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Lower Grille Inserts
J&J Enterprises has created a stainless steel lower grille insert for the limited edition '03 Ford Harley-Davidson F-150 SuperCrew pickup. The J&J grille insert fits directly into the F-150's existing factory opening and bolts easily into place, with no cutting or drilling required. The insert is handformed and made of 1/2-inch-diameter 304 stainless steel tubing for unsurpassed protection against rust and corrosion. J&J also offers a lower grille insert for the '02 Ford Harley-Davidson F-150.
For more information, contact: J&J Ent., Dept. TR, 5498 Mission Blvd., Ontario, CA 91762, (800) 367-4961, (909) 628-5679, (909) 628-1929 (fax), www.j-jent.com.
High-Powered LS1 Heads
Air Flow Research introduces its LS1 aluminum cylinder head designed specifically for late-model Chevy trucks. The LS1 head offers unmatched flow performance, and features 2.020- to 1.600-inch valves and 300-plus cfm at 0.600 inches of lift. With only a 205cc port volume, this is an impressive 70-cfm increase over stock, creating unbelievable port velocity and performance. The cylinder head is available in two CNC-ported runner sizes, 205cc and 225cc, with 66cc and 76cc combustion chamber volumes available in both versions. An affordable as-cast version is also available. AFR's LS1 head is a direct bolt-on replacement.
For more information, contact: Air Flow Research, Dept. TR, 10490 Ilex Ave., Pacoima, CA 91311, (818) 890-0616, (818) 890-0490 (fax), www.airflowresearch.com.
Flare X Series Road Wheel
The Flare X Series Road Wheel from Budnik features a combination of exposed lugs and classic lines. The Flare's timeless five-spoke, five-lug appeal incorporates a unique design style to the ball-milled spokes with cutting-edge characteristics for whatever vehicle you drive. Budnik makes it easy to get the look and fit you need by custom building each wheel to your vehicle's exact specifications
For more information, contact: Budnik, Dept. TR, 15251 Pipeline Ln., Huntington Beach, CA 92647, (714) 892-1932, www.budnik.com.
AP Racing Big Brake System
Brake Pros now offers a front Big Brake upgrade for your six-lug '03-'04 Ford Expedition and '04 Ford F-150. The Big Brake system features lightweight cast-aluminum six-piston calipers, large two-piece 14.25-inch cross-drilled and slotted rotors, stainless steel brake lines, and performance brake pads. The upgrade is also designed to maintain brake balance and is compatible with the OE master cylinder and ABS system. Mounting hats are constructed of high-strength 2024 aluminum for superior heat management. Aerospace-grade mounting hardware and 1018 steel brackets for maximum strength are also included. This design provides maximum stopping power, optimal heat dissipation, and fade-free brake performance, even after descending a lengthy grade towing a heavy load.
For more information, contact: Brake Pros, Dept. TR, 3176 Airway Ave., Costa Mesa, CA 92626, (800) 711-4123, www.brake-pros.com.
Eurostyle GrilleGuard
The Eurostyle grilleguard from Mr. Pickup is 1-5/8-inch heavy wall steel tubing, finished in corrosion-resistant high-gloss black powder. The one-piece wraparound style with black rubber upright pads provides superior protection while enhancing the appearance of your vehicle. Easy no-drill installation keeps your factory tow hooks accessible.
For more information, contact: Mr. Pickup, Dept. TR, 2400 S. Broadway, Moore, OK 73160, (800) 365-2732.
Truck Caps & Tonneaus
A.R.E. introduces its line of caps and tonneaus for the redesigned '04 Ford F-150. A.R.E has its popular LSII Series fiberglass tonneaus available for the new Ford F-150 shortbed, longbed, stepside, and SuperCrew models. Soon to follow will be the company's top-of-the-line Z-Series cap and its value line cab, the Cab High. Each cap or lid is custom-built and painted to meet the customer's specifications. A.R.E. matches the vehicle paint code using a state-of-the-art factory painting system to achieve the closest possible paint match. The cap is also guaranteed to be structurally free of defects, including the finish, for the life of the product on the original truck
For more information, contact: A.R.E., Dept. TR, P.O. Box 1100, Massillon, OH 44648, (800) 649-4273, www.4are.com.
Exhaust System for Hummer H2s
Owners of the '02 HUMMER H2 can now maximize the power and performance of their vehicles with new 3- and 4-inch performance exhaust systems from DynoMax. The new systems help drivers increase engine efficiency and enhance power output by maximizing exhaust flow. The exhaust system features all mandrel-bent tubing for exceptional exhaust flow and comes complete with all required hardware for fast and easy installation
For more information, contact: DynoMax, Dept. TR, 2701 N. Dettman Rd., Jackson, MI 49201, (734) 384-7806, www.dynomax.com.
Chassis Saver
Magnet Paints is now offering Chassis Saver, a direct-to-rust paint and underbody coating. This paint bonds so tenaciously to rusted metal that it stops rust permanently. Unlike ordinary coatings, Chassis Saver requires no primers or topcoats and can be applied directly to rusted metal with only a simple wire brushing. Chassis Saver dries to form an amazingly hard yet flexible coating that will not crack, chip, flake, or peel. Chassis Saver is now available in new Antique Satin Black, Silver Aluminum, and Traditional Gloss Black.
For more information, contact: Magnet Paints, Dept. TR, 336 Bayview Ave., Amityville, NY 11701, (800) 922-9981, (631) 842-8222 (fax), www.magnetpaints.com.
5.3 Truck Supercharging System
Vortech Engineering introduces a supercharging system for the '03 GM 5.3L light truck and SUV engine. The addition of the V-2 SQ SC-Trim supercharger is said to increase horsepower from 285 to 370 and torque from 325 to 406 lb-ft at the flywheel. The system comes complete with all necessary components needed to bolt the system to a stock vehicle and allows retention of all factory accessories, including A/C and power steering. The system is 50-state smog legal and is available in satin or polished finish, with a three-year limited warranty.
For more information, contact: Vortech Engineering, Dept. TR, 1650 Pacific Ave., Channel Islands, CA 93033, (805) 247-0226, (805) 247-0669 (fax), www.vortechsuperchargers.com.
Towing Accessory Kits
Striving to improve the weekend towing experience, Valley Industries has recently announced its innovative towing accessory kits. Available as both standard and deluxe models, the all-in-one kits offer everything needed to hook up and tow boats, jet skis, snowmobiles, quadrunners, and lightweight trailers. These towing accessory kits have all the parts needed for those consumers who make infrequent or weekend hauls, and do not need heavy-duty permanent fittings. The accessory kits keep all of the quality towing parts handy for easy set up and simple, space-saving storage in a vehicle compartment
For more information, contact: Valley Ind., Dept. TR, 1313 S. Stockton St., Lodi, CA 95240, (800) 344-3112, (209) 368-8881, (209) 369-8678 (fax), www.valleyindustries.com.
Sta-Bil Fuel Stabilizer
Sluggish starts and clogged fuel lines can be a thing of the past for classic truck owners using STA-BIL Fuel Stabilizer from Gold Eagle. STA-BIL's formula includes a premium fuel injector and carburetor cleaner with a water remover. Adding STA-BIL to the gas tank before storing your vehicle keeps fuel from oxidizing, and guards from forming gums and varnishes that clog fuel lines, injectors, and fuel filters. STA-BIL keeps fuel fresh for as long as 12 months, and prevents rust and corrosion in the fuel system
For more information, contact: Gold Eagle, Dept. TR, 4400 S. Kildare, Chicago, IL 60632, (800) 367-3245, www.goldeagle.com.
Billet Roll Pan Options
If it can be built, Chassis Tech either already offers it, or will build you any configuration you can dream up. This offering features a smoothie roll pan with your choice of brushed or polished billet finish
For more information, contact: Chassis Tech, Dept. TR, 260 S. Hibbert, Mesa, AZ 85210, (480) 898-9719, www.chassistech.com.
Rear-Vision System
CyberSpeed Technologies has just released the revolutionary MotoCam. The MotoCam is a rear-vision system that reduces blind spots by 98 percent and prevents accidents when backing up. The MotoCam consists of a full-color LCD screen universally mounted to the windshield, and an infrared camera secured to the rear section of the vehicle. The auto-adjusting IR camera captures three lanes of traffic at all times to ensure that a driver's blind spots are clear before making a lane change. The high-resolution camera also provides the driver with 35 feet of night vision to guarantee excellent back-up maneuvering. The entire system can be installed in a matter of minutes, and its quick-release capabilities guarantee ease of use
For more information, contact: CyberSpeed Technologies, Dept. TR, 14337 20th Ave. N.E., Seattle, WA 98125, (206) 351-8468, www.themotocam.com.
OEM-Quality Molded Carpet
California Pickup Truck offers a complete line of quality molded carpet sets to fit most '65-'79 Ford F-series pickup trucks. Available in a variety of colors, each carpet is accurately molded to fit the contours of the floor panels, transmission tunnels, and seat platforms of your pickup. Features include 100-percent nylon loop pile stitching for exceptional wear and fade resistance, original-style heel pad, plus poly and jute backing for sound and temperature insulation.
For more information, contact: California Pickup Truck, Dept. TR, 19400 San Jose Ave., City of Industry, CA 91748, (800) 775-0101, www.calpickuptruck.com.
Super 104+ Octane Boost
New Super 104+ Octane Boost offers several improvements for serious enthusiasts. Daily drivers will regain lost power, thanks to the new formula that removes deposits instead of just modifying them. This new product cleans the entire fuel system, including injector and intake valves. Enthusiasts will appreciate Super 104+'s synthetic lubrication additive, which bonds to metal surfaces reducing friction between internal moving parts for dramatic boosts in power, torque, and engine life. Truck lovers will benefit from the formula's high amount of powerful octane-combustion catalyst to burn fuel more efficiently for improved mpg. The improvements to Super 104+ Octane Boost results in better acceleration, restored horsepower, reduced knocks and pings, and less hesitation, all without harming catalytic converters or oxygen sensors.
For more information, contact: Gold Eagle, Dept. TR, 4400 S. Kildare, Chicago, IL 60632, (800) 367-3245, www.goldeagle.com.
Lightning Drop Kit
Ground Force now offers a performance drop kit for the '99-'03 Ford SVT F-150 Lightning. The Ground Force suspension system includes coils and shackles for a 1-inch front and 2-inch rear drop. Ground Force also offers a drop kit for the 97-'03 Ford F-150 1/2-ton regular, extended, and SuperCrew cab pickup. The Ford SVT F-150 Lightning lowered suspension systems are compatible with the '99-'03 Ford Harley-Davidson F-150. All Ground Force suspension kit components are manufactured under stringent quality standards and are backed by a limited lifetime warranty.
For more information, contact: Ground Force, Dept. TR, 714 Braddock View Dr., Mt. Braddock, PA 15465, (724) 430-2068, www.groundforce.com
Dodge 5.9L TurboDiesel Pickup Brake
The Banks Brake for the '03 Dodge 5.9L turbodiesel pickup offers superior downhill braking when hauling heavy loads or pulling a trailer, as well as deceleration during normal driving with or without a trailer in tow. The Banks Computerized Brake Controller provides smooth, maintenance-free operation, and faster cold-start warm-ups for improved driveability. Applications are available for trucks with automatic transmissions equipped with either stock or Banks exhaust systems
For more information, contact: Banks, Dept. TR, 546 Duggan Ave., Azusa, CA 91702, (626) 969-9600, www.bankspower.com.
Talegator
Talegator Truck Accessories introduces universal lift kits designed to open and close tonneaus and tailgates on all trucks by using a keyless remote. With 250 pounds of lifting and closing force, they are designed to add security to your truck as well as value. Installation is designed for the do-it-yourselfer, and comes with easy-to-follow instructions and all the hardware for simple installation.
For more information, contact: Electric Life, Dept. TR, 5990 Northwest Hwy., Chicago, IL 60631, (800) 548-2168, (773) 467-0200, www.electric-life.com.
