David_Tracy
David Tracy
David_Tracy
Sr. Tech Editor, Jalopnik. Owner of far too many Jeeps (Including a Jeep Comanche). Follow my instagram (@davidntracy). Always interested in hearing from engineers—email me.

But is it better? I’m suggesting filters and oil that have proven to be high-quality via independent testing. Read more

Immediate axle shaft failure at 30% throttle. Read more

It’s hard to keep my two jobs separate sometimes. Read more

Great! Never had to use the warranty, though. Read more

The XJ and ZJ doors are fastened totally differently, to my surprise.
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You definitely have to show me that in-person. Read more

I don't trash Jeeps, I rescue them from death row. Read more

^exactly. There’s plenty of acceleration, but not enough rate of change of acceleration. Jerk. Read more

Factory isn’t always best. Automakers have to pinch pennies, and this can come at the cost of vehicle longevity. Remember that automakers do not design their cars to last 50 years and 250,000 miles.

Also, you ask any Mustang V8 owner living in the south how their completely stock cooling system is treating them, and Read more

Oh, I appreciate any grammar/usage corrections. I take pride in my writing mechanics (I’ve got a copy of Strunk & White at my side at all times).  Read more