Rancho Leveling Kit - Torsion Key System
Now available for ’01 to ’10 and ’11-and-newer Chevy and GMC HDs (¾-ton and 1-ton) is Rancho’s new torsion key system. Designed to level a truck’s stance, the company’s torsion bar keys are easy to install and a great way to add 1 to 2¼ inches of lift. Its torsion keys allow truck owners to clear up to a 33-inch-tall tire. The Rancho leveling kit systems also come with a set of precisely engineered RS5000 shocks to sustain the demands of a larger wheel and tire package.
Rancho Suspension
(734) 384-7804 • www.gorancho.com
| 1307 July 2013 Parts Bin Rancho Suspension Shocks
Pro Runners
Another new product out for HD trucks besides the Rancho Leveling kit is Pro Comp’s latest addition of diesel-specific suspension components is its Pro Runner shocks. The absorbers feature a high-pressure, nitrogen-charged monotube design; are zinc-plated and clear coated; and come with vehicle-specific ride tuning. Pro Runner shocks also have multi-stage disc packs; a hardened, chrome-plated 14mm shaft; and a 2-inch-diameter shock body. Pro Runner shocks are backed by a 90-day ride guarantee, or the company will refund your money.
Pro Comp
(800) 776-0767 • www.procompusa.com
| 1307 July 2013 Parts Bin Pro Comp Shock
Regulated Return
Due to the 7.3L Power Stroke’s small factory fuel lines, restrictive fittings, and fuel pressure management being handled via a tiny spring and poppet located at the beginning of the system, Strictly Diesel came up with its own fuel system. Available for ’99 to ’03 engines, the regulated-return system utilizes CNC-bent stainless steel tubing, stainless steel braided hoses, a billet adapter, and a top-quality Fuelab pressure regulator, mounted at a point in the system that accounts for all fuel pressure drop and demand.
Strictly Diesel
(623) 582-4404 • www.strictlydiesel.com
| 1307 July 2013 Parts Bin Strictly Diesel Fuel Return
Wireless Step Command
The latest from Bestop is its PowerBoard NX feature. It adds Wi-Fi component technology to the company’s PowerBoard powered running boards, making installation easier and faster. Door sensors simply affix to each door pillar, and a receiving unit is solidly mounted to the frame. No drilling is required. The battery-equipped sensor sends a signal to the receiver, which triggers the steps to extend into position.
Bestop
(800) 845-3567 • www.bestop.com
| 1307 July 2013 Parts Bin Bestop Wireless Step Command
Truck Bunker
The TruckBunker from Heracles Research Corporation allows you to secure your valuables inside the cab of your truck. Units are available in aluminum or steel construction and fasten to your existing seatbelt tie downs, which means no holes to drill. According to the company, total compartment width is 56 inches, allowing plenty of room to accommodate rifles. TruckBunkers are available for all late-model extended-cab or crew cab trucks.
Heracles Research Corporation
(509) 624-2555 • www.bedgunsafe.com
| 1307 July 2013 Parts Bin Heracles Research Corp Truck Bunker
Second-gen Radiator
Is your modified 12- or 24-valve Cummins overheating while pulling a trailer? Griffin Thermal Products’ aluminum radiators replace the factory ’94 to ’02 Dodge radiator and dissipate heat much more effectively. The company’s crossflow-style, dual-row radiator can lower your observed water temps by as much as 30 degrees while towing. Radiators are available through Summit Racing and retail for $649.95.
Summit Racing
(800) 230-3030 • www.summitracing.com
| 1307 July 2013 Parts Bin Griffin Thermal Products Cummins Radiator
Filters and Heats
The TurboFyner RPM900 from Filter Solutions Technologies is a high-flow, low-restriction, compact water separating system that filters petroleum, biodiesel, and vegetable oil fuels down to 3 microns. It also heats fuel during cold weather operation if you plumb engine coolant into its 3⁄8-inch heat ports. The RPM900 weighs 64 ounces, flows 200 gallons per hour, features ½-inch NPT fuel in and out ports, and uses spin-on-type replacement filters.
Filter Solutions Technologies
(407) 323-0122 • www.fstperformance.com
| 1307 July 2013 Parts Bin Turbo Fyner Fuel Filter
Dry Nitrous System
Designed for use on any intercooled turbodiesel engine, the Ny-Trex Big Diesel with CryO2 dry nitrous system from Design Engineering serves two purposes. First, it provides the horsepower benefit of nitrous, and second, it cools your intercooler as you purge the system to get rid of unwanted gas pockets. The CryO2 sprayer mounts in front of the intercooler and distributes liquid nitrous oxide directly onto the intercooler core, which increases its efficiency and reduces pre-stage heat soaking. Available through Xtreme Diesel Performance.
Xtreme Diesel Performance
(888) 343-7354 • www.xtremediesel.com
| 1307 July 2013 Parts Bin Xtreme Diesel Dry Nitrous System
Customized Accessories
Looking to personalize your truck a bit? TB Customz offers unique truck accessories that can’t be found anywhere else in the aftermarket. The company offers themed exhaust tips and stacks (shown), step bars, hitch block-off covers, themed hitch covers, and lighted logo plates. All its products are made in the USA, from domestic materials.
TB Customz
(610) 226-5873 • www.tbcustomz.com
| 1307 July 2013 Parts Bin Tb Customz Exhaust Tips
Ford Fender Flares
Smittybilt now offers its M1 fender flares for late-model Ford Super Duty trucks (’11 to ’13). The company’s flares are made from an OEM-quality ABS material that is textured, heat resistant, and UV stable. Flares are paintable, provide an additional 1½ inches of tire coverage, and offer a tough, off-road look. Units come with all hardware, including stainless steel rivets, and no drilling is required for installation. Handy if you're fitting bigger tires with that Rancho leveling kit, or most likely, something more.
Smittybilt
(888) 717-5797 • www.smittybilt.com
| 1307 July 2013 Parts Bin Smittybilt Ford Fender Flare
New Lubricant
Royal Purple’s new Maxfilm was created to outperform similar products in lubricating, penetrating, and protecting parts, tools, and other components. The company’s product can lubricate power tools, hinges, and chains; prevent binding; and protect parts from corroding. Maxfilm can also be used to get rid of battery terminal corrosion and works as a manual cutting fluid to aid in hand drilling, tapping, and metal cutting.
Royal Purple
(888) 382-6300 • www.royalpurple.com
| 1307 July 2013 Parts Bin Royal Purple Max Film
LED Lightbars
WURTON (by VIAIR) has introduced its latest in high-performance lighting technology: 10-watt LED lightbars. Models come in 11 different sizes, ranging from 5-inch to 50-inch lengths, with combo flood and pencil beam patterns available. All models have a 50,000-hour bulb life expectancy, are IP68 rated for water and dust resistance, and come with three integrated secondary lens covers and all mounting hardware. Units have a limited lifetime warranty as well.
WURTON
(949) 753-6006 • www.wurton.com
| 1307 July 2013 Parts Bin Wurton Led Light Bar
Coolant Bypass
The rear cylinders of a Cummins can suffer from a lack of coolant flow, which often results in high coolant temps and excessive pressures. To remedy this, Fleece Performance designed a coolant bypass system with a secondary thermostat that works based on temperature instead of pressure. The company says this solves the pressure problem before it becomes an issue and ensures consistent coolant temps across all six cylinders. Available for ’03 to ’13 5.9L and 6.7L engines.
Fleece Performance
(855) 839-5040 • www.fleeceperformance.com
| 1307 July 2013 Parts Bin Fleece Performance Coolant Bypass
Sticky Shield
Looking to stop heat from radiating into your truck’s cab? Heatshield Products’ new Sticky Shield was designed to be the perfect radiant heat guard for transmission tunnels, firewalls, turbos, downpipes, exhaust systems, DPFs, and catalytic converters. It’s made from a thick layer of 1⁄8-inch fiberglass insulation and shielded by a layer of .003-inch aluminum. It will conform to almost any shape and is capable of reflecting more than 90 percent of radiant heat.
Heatshield Products
(800) 750-3978 • www.heatshieldproducts.com
| 1307 July 2013 Parts Bin Heatshield Products Sticky Shield
Adjustable Suspension Stops
Experienced sled pullers know how important it is to keep their hitch height as high as possible. Merchant Automotive’s adjustable rear suspension stops allow you to do just that on your ’01 to ’10 Chevy or GMC. Its stops require you to drill two holes in the framerail and come with all mounting hardware. Using a ½-inch drive ratchet, your rear suspension travel is infinitely adjustable and will allow you to meet varying rules for different pulling classes.
Merchant Automotive
(866) 399-7169 • www.merchant-automotive.com
| 1307 July 2013 Parts Bin Merchant Automotive Adjustable Suspension Stops
Thanks for reading this month's Parts Bin. We like to share with you the latest diesel parts and upgrades available on the market that we think are worthwhile. Company's new product lines and applications like for isntance the Rancho leveling kist and Royal Purple's Maxfilm line of lubricants are what we tend to cover, as well as other products that aren't necessarily new but that we are familiar with and like.
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