Off Road Tapestries
Description: The '91 Explorer was launched with great fanfare as the blue oval's first entry into the then-new sport utility vehicle market, and while the four-door model has long proved itself most popular, the two-door version has always had a steady following. Available with either a rear-wheel or four-wheel drivetrain, the Explorer Sport’s sole power plant was a 4.0-liter single overhead cam V-6 engine. Producing 203 horsepower and 237 pound-feet of torque, the Explorer Sport provided buyers a choice between a five-speed manual transmission and a five-speed automatic. The rear leaf spring rear suspension on the Sport proved popular with off-road minded drivers, and was a feature that was retained on Sports even after four door models had moved on.
Description: J.C. Whitney & Co. began in 1915 as The Warshawsky Company, a scrap metal yard on the South Side of Chicago, founded by Lithuanian immigrant Israel Warshawsky. Israel’s son Roy come onboard, and his first contribution was to create a catalog, advertising it in national magazines. For 25-cents, customers would receive their catalog, chock-full of parts to help them work on and customize their cars. Response to the ad was overwhelming, and the company soon began shipping more parts through the mail than over their Chicago sales counter. The name changed to J.C. Whitney & Co. to give it a more American sound. Post WWII was an incredibly profitable time for J.C. Whitney as returning G.I.s got the hot rod bug, and needed parts in droves.
Description: The plan was simple – take Yamaguchi’s lightweight trail bike, the Scrambler, and make it better. PABATCO designed and engineered the motorcycles from their Athena, Oregon headquarters, and Hodaka was responsible for the engines, manufacturing, and assembly in Japan. This resulted in Hodaka’s first model, the Ace 90, which arrived in the U.S. in 1964 and became an instant success thanks to its low cost and durability and depending on who you ask, laid the groundwork for America’s trail bike craze. Hodaka continued to improve upon their original design releasing about 18 variant models until a combination of events led to the demise of Hodaka in 1978.
Description: The early '80s saw the ATC craze hitting a fever pitch as Americans were riding three-wheelers from coast to coast. Whether using their ATC for work or play, one thing became apparent - people needed a way to carry stuff, be it plants and soil for the garden or beer and brats for the beach. Dico Manufacturing had already been making trailer parts and accessories for some time, so they designed a simple and affordable trailer to address the cargo needs of ATC riders. Utilizing many of their off the shelf parts along with a custom formed heavy duty plastic tub, and they had a ready to go trailer and spun up a new division, Dico Trailers. The ATC trailer was a hit and sold well, which led to the creation of new models.
Description: The original Ford 'highboys' ('67-'77.5 F-250 4X4 models) were true works of art - a factory lifted pickup truck that sat 'right.' These early 4X4s were conversions of 2WD chassis as it was easier to utilize the original 2WD trans than to design an adapter to marry them. This meant that the transfer case was connected with a short driveshaft (aka a divorced transfer case) rather than being married to the back of the trans like they are today. Having the transfer case further back required a longer front driveshaft, which required the truck to sit higher for proper clearance. The end result was a truck that sat a good 4" higher than a 2WD F-250 and looked as tough as it was, quickly making them a hit with consumers for work and play alike.
Description: Based out of San Gabriel, California, Pathfinder Equipment Co. specialized in 4x4 conversions for full-size American vans of all makes. They initially offered their conversions through car dealers as an option since the manufacturers weren't offering 4x4 models for the most part, though eventually they began selling conversions direct to consumers both as turn key installations from their shop and as palletized kits for the mechanically inclined vanner to do it himself.
Description: This Section is for the Willys MB enthusiast. Illustrations of the Willys MB printed on diverse products such as tees, t-shirts, apparel, invitations, gifts and many other items. The simple silhouette brings out the real beauty of the Willys MB and it is easy on the eyes. We have many other versions. If you can not find your car here, email us at [email protected] and we will get it made and listed for you to purchase. Original Artwork by Frank Schuster – © 2020, All Rights Reserved.
Description: The "Toyota Land Cruiser" t-shirt design embodies the spirit of adventure and reliability synonymous with this legendary off-road vehicle. With its rugged design and unmatched durability, the Land Cruiser is ready to conquer any terrain. Wear this design to showcase your love for exploration and dependability, embracing the freedom of the great outdoors with Toyota's iconic SUV.
Description: T.A. Schneider Logging was founded in 1939 in the small Oregon town of Myrtle Creek and was one of the first companies in America to embrace Autocar's tough new truck platform fleet-wide. They were also one of the first logging operations to truly embrace responsible forest management and sustainable logging practices which was further reflected in their name change to T.A. Schneider Forestry Services in 1948.
Description: The Chevrolet Silverado is a popular full-size pickup truck with a reputation for power and durability. A T-shirt featuring the Silverado is a great way to show your love for this iconic vehicle. With its rugged design and reliable performance, the Silverado has become an American classic. Whether you're a truck enthusiast or just appreciate quality engineering, a Chevrolet Silverado shirt is the perfect addition to your wardrobe. So show off your love for this legendary truck and wear it with pride!
