Eric Bewley

‘Zukfari Fall Classic – Central Oregon High Desert Adventure Event

ZUKIWORLD ‘Zukfari Fall Classic Adventure November 21st thru 23rd 2014 Hello Adventure Enthusiasts! Here’s a rough itinerary, a couple of requests, and instructions for those that are planning on coming on this year’s ZUKIWORLD FALL CLASSIC! The first thing to do would be to read over the previous adventures and see if you’re up to being cold and dirty for …

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‘ZUKFARI Divide Drive – Mexico to Canada along the Continental Divide

‘ZUKFARI Divide Drive Overland Expedition – Mexico to Canada along the Continental Divide All Suzuki event planning TBD Salem, OR – We are in the planning stages of putting together a grand outing for the summer. The adventure is to take place along the route called the Great Divide Mountain Bike route. This is a route maintained by the Adventure Cycling …

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Project “Plus One” Building a 4-door Sidekick with Family in mind.

Suzuki Sidekick Solid Axle Swap with 35″ tires and more! Part one… Editor: E. Bewley Salem, OR – The time came when our family had grown to the size that our Samurai and even our 2-door Sidekick just didn’t have enough room for long trips. Adding a child’s safety seat and the associated gear that a kid needs to be …

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Zukiworld ‘Zukfari Suzuki 4×4 Enthusiasts Invade Easter Jeep Safari

 Zukiworld ‘Zukfari Suzuki 4×4 Enthusiasts Invade Easter Jeep Safari; Raise Money For OHV Causes. Editor: Eric Bewley Photo: B. Bagwell, D. Arnold, M. Hagen, G. Mikkelson, E. Bewley Moab, UT – This was the 45th anniversary for the Easter Jeep Safari currently being held and organized by the Red Rock 4-Wheelers. The ‘Zukfari had taken a break in 2010 but …

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XL7 Vehicle Specifications

    ZUKIWORLD online’s XL-7 -Introduced in 2001 designated by 4 doors, and a larger capacity from a Grand Vitara. upgraded trim packages, and a V6 engine. Below are the specs for the 2002 model. GENERAL Vehicle Type Four-door, Hard-top EPA Vehicle Class Sport-utility Powertrain Layout       (2WD) Front Engine, Rear-wheel Drive      (4WD) Front Engine, Rear/Four-wheel Drive Body Structure …

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Vitara 2nd Gen Vehicle Specifications

ZUKIWORLD online’s Vitara -Introduced in 1999 Available in 2 and 4-door hard and softtop models. economically fitted with a 2.0 liter I-4 engine. GENERAL Vehicle Type Two-Door, Soft Top EPA Vehicle Class Sport-Utility Powertrain Layout      (2WD) Front Engine, Rear-Wheel Drive      (4WD) Front Engine, Rear/Four-Wheel Drive Body Structure Ladder Frame with Boxed Rails Body Material Steel, Body-on-Frame Seating Capacity …

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LJ and SJ Series Vehicle Specifications

ZUKIWORLD online’s SJ and LJ series -1972 to 1985 2-door hard and softtop models with many variations available including 2-stroke engines. Names and pseudonyms of Suzuki SJ and LJ vehicles. LJ series AKA: Hopestar, LJ10, LJ20, LJ50/55, LJ80/81 Styles: Hardtop, Convertible, Pickup; 2 Seater, 3 Seater, or 4 Seater; 2 Door Manufactured: 1970-1977 SJ series AKA: SJ20, SJ30/40, SJ410, SJ413 …

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Sidekick (Vitara) First Gen Vehicle Specifications

ZUKIWORLD online’s Sidekick -1989 to 1998 sold in 2 and 4-door hardtop and 2-door softtop models with several trim packages. Fitted with many different I-4 engines including: 1.3 8V, 1.6 8V, and 1.6 16V. First released: 1988 Engine: 1.6L, 1.8L, 2.0L V6, and diesel Transmission: 5-speed, 4-speed auto Roof: Hardtop, Soft Top Seats: 4 Notes: LWB 4 Door model released …

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Samurai Vehicle Specifications

ZUKIWORLD online’s Samurai -1986 to 1995 sold in 2-door soft and hardtop models. Available in JX, JL, and JA trim packages. Equipped with a 1.3 8-valve I-4 engine.   [samurai photo]   The Samurai was the first Suzuki truck official sold in the United States through proper dealer channels. It’s design was very much a carry over from the 1985 …

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Grand Vitara 3rd Gen. Vehicle Specifications

  ZUKIWORLD online’s Grand Vitara J3-Introduced in 2006 designated by 4 doors, unibody construction, and a longitudinal mounted drivetrain with V6 engine. ENGINE     Type:                                       2.7-liter, V6, 24-valve DOHC Materials:                                Aluminum cylinder block/aluminum cylinder heads Displacement:                         2.7 liters (2,736 cc/167 cu. in.) Bore x stroke:                          88.0 mm x 75.0 mm/3.46 in. x 2.95 in. Compression ratio:                9.5:1 Horsepower:                           185 …

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