When you think of monster trucks, you envision colossal machines soaring through the air, performing jaw-dropping stunts and defying gravity. Behind these spectacular feats of automotive acrobatics lies an essential but often overlooked component: the transmission. The Power Behind the Roar: Monster trucks are not your typical vehicles. They’re massive, weighing several tons, and they’re… Read more »
Off-roading is a thrilling and adventurous pursuit, allowing enthusiasts to explore the great outdoors and push their vehicles to the limit. Whether you’re tackling rocky trails, navigating through mud, or conquering steep inclines, the performance and reliability of your off-road vehicle are paramount. One critical component that plays a significant role in off-roading success is… Read more »
Driving through the mud in a mud truck is one of the most fun things you can do on four wheels. However, before you can do it, you need to either buy a mud truck that’s already been put together or, better yet, build your own mud truck from the ground up. If you’re going… Read more »
If you have a four-wheel drive or all-wheel drive vehicle, then your vehicle has what is called a transfer case inside of it. Transfer cases are sometimes called transfer gear cases or transfer gearboxes, and they are part of what allows you to put your vehicle into four-wheel drive in an instant. They are one… Read more »
In order to be considered a monster truck, a monster truck needs to weigh at least 9,000 pounds. Nonetheless, there are some that can weigh as much as 12,000 pounds or more in some cases. With that in mind, you might be surprised to see how fast some monster trucks can move. Guinness World Records… Read more »
Dirt track racing can be a lot of fun. It can be even more fun when you’re able to win some of the races you enter. Before you get started, there are some simple tips you should follow to increase your chances of coming out on top. Check out those tips below: Avoid adding too… Read more »
Do you have a big motor race coming up in the near future? If so, you are probably starting to get butterflies in your stomach just thinking about it. Getting behind the wheel for a motor race can be a very stressful event, so there’s a good chance that you are feeling the nerves that… Read more »
Riding on sand can be a difficult task if you’ve never done it before. Any time you are riding off-road though, encountering sand is at least a possibility if not a certainty. Fortunately, there are many tricks that you can adapt to improve your ability to ride through sand without an issue. These tips will… Read more »
Summer is right around the corner, and we are staying positive about the Coronavirus pandemic. We’re looking forward to summer activities including sand and mud racing. If you’re an avid racer, you may want to get your racer vehicle ready for recreational and competitive use. At SCS Gearbox, we have quick change transfer cases, countershafts, transmissions, and… Read more »
If you have a bad axle, your truck will not get very far. This is a problem for any type of vehicle because you will not get an efficient drive with a damaged axle. You may need a replacement axle if you notice problems occurring with your truck or other vehicle. Here are some signs… Read more »
