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Extra Set Of Eyes

If you’re looking for mounts that make devices easy to access anywhere you go, you’re going to love RAM Mounts.

Made with durable composite or aluminum, GoPro Camera Mount Kits keep your camera steady and extend camera life by absorbing vibration. Suction one onto your windshield when you take your truck off-road. The kit comes with double-socket arms and mounting options that include flat surface; flex adhesive; suction cup and twist-lock suction cup; strap clamp and roll bar; or the long double-socket arm with ball base.

Looking for something specific or unique? RAM Mount’s Build-A-Mount system lets you build custom device mounts for almost any situation.
(www.summitracing.com)

Control Your Throttle

SCT, an industry leader in engine tuning and calibrations, is proud to announce the release of the SCT Burst Throttle Enhancement device. The SCT Burst is a plug-and-play device that allows anyone to adjust the throttle responsiveness of their vehicle. This easy-to-install device gives the driver access to a control knob that quickly responds to changes in throttle position, without voiding the vehicle’s warranty. The SCT Burst is ideal either by itself or stacked with a tuner to give the driver all of the power right at their fingertips. (www.sctflash.com)

New And Improved A2L Bumper

Bodyguard has made a few design changes and improvements to its A2L Sport front bumpers. Changes feature a new channel-style push bar and it can fit a 20-inch single row light bar. Removable mesh is included as well.

This change also allows for front-facing cameras, which many newer body style trucks offer. The design will remain the same for older body style trucks that do not have a front camera.

A “Camera Relocation Bundle” is available for customers needing front camera relocation. This bundle includes a bolt-on camera pod and extended length wiring harness.
(www.bodyguardbumpers.com)

Nelson Trailer Adaptor

The Full Nelson truck bed mount V-Rack is taking a jump onto the trailer bed with the release of the new Nelson Trailer Adaptor. Designed for mounting above domestic-style truck beds for transporting two bikes along with expandable capacity for up to six bikes or other multi-sport gear, the company’s new trailer adapter accessory makes the Nelson V-Rack also transferable to its LittleGiant and SpecOps Trailers.

Built for utility and sport, the 88- by 54- by 24-inch trailer bed dimension mimics those of mid- to large-sized truck beds, making the leap from truck bed to trailer bed nearly seamless. The new Nelson Trailer Adapter easily installs onto the C-Channel tracks located above the trailer sidewalls, thereby creating a mount for installing the Full Nelson carrier. (www.letsgoaero.com)

Cool Wheels

No matter how you’ve decked out your truck you can’t go wrong with a set of black wheels for that finishing touch. U.S. Wheel Stealth Series aluminum wheels have a matte black powdercoat finish and a tough-looking simulated beadlock on the outer rim. You even get three styles to choose from, and all come with center caps and provisions for TPMS sensors.

770 Series: 8-spoke design with machined dimples on outer rim.

771 Series: D-window design with your choice of machined dimples or machined bolt heads on outer rim.

772 Series: Mesh design with your choice of machined dimples or machined bolt heads on outer rim.

Available Sizes: 17 x 8.5 with 5 x 5.5, 5 x 139.70mm, 6 x 5.5, 6 x 135mm, and 6 x139.70mm backspacing.
(www.uswheel.com)

Hastings Piston And Ring Kit

If you’re rebuilding a Cummins or a Power Stroke diesel engine, don’t skimp on the pistons and rings—get a Hastings Piston and Ring Kit. Ideal for OEM rebuilds and mildly modified performance engines, the kits include OEM-replacement hypereutectic aluminum pistons with moly-coated skirts. The ring packs feature ductile iron top rings with a ceramic-chrome facing that is very hard and provides high levels of scuff and heat resistance, low friction and excellent sealing to prevent blow-by.

The iron secondary ring has a phosphate coating that acts as a rust preventative to prevent corrosion and galling during engine startup and break-in. The oil control ring is cast iron embedded with self-lubricating graphite flakes. Check to make sure it will work for your diesel. (www.hastingspistonrings.com)

Oil For Your Diesel

Blue Flame Diesel Engine Oils are formulated with workhorse high-zinc performance additives, superior protection, advanced polymer technology, and high TBN, supported by a carrier blend of synthetic fluids.

In addition, Blue Flame Diesel Engine Oils deliver unmatched high temperature film strength and lubricity protection, with the muscle to combat oil shear and maximize sustained cylinder compression. They also inhibit oxidation, corrosive acids, sludge and varnish build-up.

These robust performance oils keep diesel engines going longer by reducing soot-induced engine wear, controlling abrasive soot contamination and preventing high temperature corrosion, even while allowing for improved fuel economy and lower total cost of ownership. They are proven to increase engine horsepower and torque. (www.championbrands.com)

Time To Start

WAI continues to relentlessly meet the ever-changing needs of their customers in the heavy-duty market. This includes an unwavering commitment to be “first-to-market” with the latest and most complete coverage for 100 percent new heavy-duty starters. WAI’s complete line of starters are ideal for class one to class eight trucks and construction equipment.

WAI starters offer superior field quality. WAI starters boast a high standard of excellence and are tested for RPM, torque, voltage, and solenoid performance. Additionally, validation testing for all products includes endurance, humidity, power thermal cycling, vibration, salt spray and thermal shock. New starters result in warranty rate reduction through extended field life of new units. Computerized test sheets are included in every box. (www.waiglobal.com)

Customizable Temperature Sensors

Ashcroft ITS and KTS temperature sensors

Ashcroft has introduced a new line of customizable temperature sensors to satisfy nearly any OEM requirement. The new ITS and KTS sensors offer a selection of sensor types, including thermocouple, RTD, KTY and NTC. They also provide completely customizable stem lengths, connections, signals and wiring configurations. Ashcroft ITS and KTS temperature sensors can be tailored to meet unique application requirements. (www.ashcroft.com)

A Touchup

Paint chips and scratches on your truck’s exterior are not only unsightly, but can lead to rust and even lower the vehicle’s value. A three-step process, with materials and support from AutomotiveTouchup can restore the finish — and it’s something that anyone can do and achieve professional-looking results.

With formulations for more than 60,000 OEM colors, as well as the complementing clear coat and even the capability for mixing custom colors, AutomotiveTouchup not only has the right hue for your truck, it is offered in a variety of application products, from bottles with brushes and paint pens for smaller nicks and scratches, to aerosol cans and even larger cans of paint for use with spray guns. The supporting materials include different grades of sandpaper, masking tape, surface prep products and more. AutomotiveTouchup even offers filler and spreaders for nicks and dings in metal and plastic bumper material.
(www.automotivetouchup.com)

No Mess Here

Jiffy-tite Quick-Connect Fluid Fittings and Hose Ends perform at a high rate and don’t bring a mess. Their high-flow valve design is so efficient that you will never experience a loss of performance or damage to any component due to lack of fluid flow. The fittings feature a brass valve and stainless steel ball bearings that shut off fluid flow when the fittings are separated. A series of internal seals prevent leaks when the two ends are disconnected.

To make a connection, simply pull back on the socket collar, insert the plug, and release the collar. To disconnect, just pull back on the socket collar. The spring-loaded valve automatically releases the male plug without making a mess.
(www.motorsports.jiffy-tite.com)

Proper Tool Storage

It’s important to properly store the tools that build your truck into the beast it is. GEARWRENCH GSX Tool Chests are made from 20-gauge steel for durability and strength. Gas-charged lift support struts offer easy opening and closing, and durable black foam mat liners are included for each drawer and the top storage space. The two larger chests both feature a power strip with four outlets and two USB ports with an on/off switch for convenient charging. A trigger lock system drawer release allows drawers to open and close naturally.

These chests roll on heavy-duty industrial casters for easy mobility around the work site. Drawers are made from 22-gauge steel and ride on ball bearing slides for exceptional load capacity and easy slide action. Finally, GSX Chests and Cabinets come in matching sizes (26-, 36- and 41-inch) so they can be paired together for even more storage. (www.gearwrench.com)

New Season, New Product

Red Line’s new SuperCool antifreeze/coolant

If your truck has been sitting around for a while, conducting a proper cooling system fluid flush can be essential to ensuring safe and smooth operation. To start, regular maintenance of a vehicle’s cooling system helps to keep the truck from overheating. As temperatures begin to rise, this step is imperative to making sure your truck stays running at the proper temperature. Red Line’s new SuperCool antifreeze/coolant is designed to lower coolant temperatures by as much as 20 degrees Fahrenheit while simultaneously protecting against harmful rust and corrosion. If a full coolant flush is unnecessary, SuperCool formulas can be added to any brand of existing OEM antifreeze/coolant in any make or model, Line’s SuperCool line features SuperCool Performance, a 50/50 pre-diluted, ready-to-use version, and Super Cool Concentrate, for those who prefer to create their own water-to-coolant ratio. (www.redlineoil.com)

Need A Lift?

BDS Suspension offers leveling kits, lift kits, and accessories for the 2021 Ford F250/F350 Super Duty trucks.

BDS Suspension lift kits and accessories include 2.5-, 4- and 6-inch lift heights. BDS Suspension offers a variety of lift options to improve the look, performance and capability of the late model Super Duty. Additional lift heights and options will be added soon, including an 8-inch lift.

BDS Suspension offers several accessory options including shocks and stabilizers, coilover conversions, radius arms, driveline adjustment, track bars and traction bars. (www.bds-suspension.com)

No Need For Arm Day

Seized-up and rust-welded brake rotors, drums, and wheel hubs can really ruin your day if you don’t have a good puller like this one from Astro Pneumatic. The T-bar and pulling arms are forged from heavy-duty steel alloy to handle the abuse you will surely inflict. It also has an extra-long, Grade 8 threaded drive bolt for use with an impact wrench. The drum and rotor puller arms have stop notches so you can use a ratchet strap to remove the really stubborn ones.
(www.astrotools.com)