Shop Talk

Ford Track Bar Bracket

BD Diesel's new track bar bracket for 2008-2021 F250 and F350s

Common leveling and lift kits pull the track bar out of position, affecting ride and steering quality, as well as axle position with respect to the body and frame. BD Diesel has designed a new track bar bracket for 2008-2021 F250 and F350s that relocates the pivot point 2 inches lower down. This offsets the lift kit and brings the track bar assembly down into the factory position. This fixes common steering and tracking issues, bringing the axle back into position. The BD bracket is designed with High Strength, heat-treated cast iron, to provide a strong, reliable upgrade.

It can be combined with BD track bar for larger lift kits and the cast iron design is ideal for 2- or 2.5-inch leveling kits. (us.bddiesel.com)

Class III Receiver Hitches

From standard-style receivers to fifth wheels, weight distribution hitches, trailer brake controllers, and much more, Husky Towing Products keeps everything you transport safe and secure while making your towing experience easier.

Packed with quality, safety, and value, Husky Towing’s custom-fit Class III Receiver Hitches are available for nearly every vehicle on the road. Each hitch is precisely designed for a perfect fit and is rigorously tested to SAE J684 standards for safety. The hitches are protected inside and out with a rust-resistant finish. (www.huskytow.com)

Work More Efficiently

Milwaukee 15-Piece Flex Head Ratcheting Combination Wrench Set

Wrenching on trucks is a lot easier when you use the right tools. These Milwaukee sets have forged steel wrenches with 2.5 degrees of arc swing and 144 different ratcheting positions for quick and efficient work in difficult-to-reach spaces. The MAXBITE open-end grip improves grip on nuts and bolts, delivering 25 percent more torque than smooth-faced wrenches. Double-stacked pawls within the ratcheting mechanism increase durability and extend the life of the tools. Milwaukee 15-Piece Flex Head Ratcheting Combination Wrench Sets are available in SAE and metric sizes. (www.milwaukeetool.com)

Protect Against Rust In Hard-To-Reach Areas

KBS Coatings Cavity Coater is a popular solution for providing rust protection in hard-to-reach areas. Cavity Coater is a single step, super-penetrating corrosion-inhibiting coating (CIC) designed for long term protection of all metal surfaces. It provides a self-healing film tested to render more than four thousand hours of salt spray protection, more than four times the protection of conventional cavity waxes.

Cavity Coater can be used to protect the inside of frame rails, rocker panels, fenders, quarter panels, doors, tailgates, windshield cowls, posts, and more. It wicks into welds and seams that primers and topcoats can’t reach and it resists road salt, alkaline solutions, and chemicals.

For especially hard to-reach-areas the Cavity Wand is offered to extend the reach of aerosol Cavity Coater with a reusable 48-inch hose that features a 360-degree spray tip. It requires only a 1/8-inch hole to insert, is easily cleaned and is available in quart, gallon, and aerosol versions. (www.kbs-coatings.com)

A Load Support Solution

two new Helper Spring Kits for the 2020-22 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 3500 HD models from Hellwig Suspension Products

Hellwig Suspension Products, a manufacturer of towing, hauling and performance suspension products, has released two new Helper Spring Kits for the 2020-22 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 3500 HD models. The progressive rate helper springs improve safety, stability and comfort while towing and hauling heavy loads by maintaining a level ride height, improving overall drive control.

Hellwig Products’ Load Pro-25 Helper Spring Kit is a 3-leaf helper spring pack with a level load capacity of up to 2,500 pounds. The Load Pro-35 Helper Spring Kit is a 4-leaf helper spring pack with a level load capacity of up to 3,500 pounds. Both kits feature an adjustable-rate spring with silent-ride polyurethane bushings and Hellwig’s signature hammertone powder-coated finish. A Load Pro Mounting Hardware Kit is required to install both the Load Pro-25 and Load Pro-35 spring kits and is sold separately.

Hellwig helper springs install easily with simple hand tools, are made in the USA and come with a limited lifetime warranty on all steel parts. (www.hellwigproducts.com)

TEKMA Oil For Your Diesel

three containers from TEKMA's line of heavy-duty lubricants for diesel engines

Motul, the French oil company founded in 1853, announced its TEKMA line of heavy-duty lubricants for diesel engines. Formulated to address the most demanding conditions with zero compromise in performance, Motul TEKMA engine oils are designed to deliver enhanced fuel economy and power, maximum engine protection and extended drain intervals.

TEKMA ULTIMA+ 10W-40 is a 100 percent synthetic diesel engine lubricant for the latest generations of turbo diesel engines with DPF systems. Formulated to withstand the most demanding conditions, ULTIMA+ features extreme oil film strength for superior additive and viscosity retention with dispersant and antioxidants to prevent soot build-up and oil filter clogging. The superior detergent package helps keep pistons cleaner and control deposits, while extending drain interval potential versus mineral and semi-synthetic oils.

Motul’s line also includes TEKMA FUTURA+ 10W-30, which is a low-SAPS Technosynthese diesel engine oil, as well as its TEKMA MEGA+ 15W40 that is a mineral diesel engine lubricant. Both are designed for the latest generation of truck engines running with low-sulfur fuel (≤ 50 ppm). (www.motul.com)

Boostline Rods

Owners of 2002-2012 Chevy/GM pickups equipped with the 6.6L Duramax engine, as well as those with 1989-2012 Dodge/RAM pickups with 5.9L or 6.7L Cummins engines, can turn to Boostline’s new diesel connecting rods to handle serious increases in power and boost.

Forged from ultra-strong 4340 steel alloy, these rods feature Boostline’s patented three-pocket design that provides a 60 percent improvement in bending strength and a 20 percent stress reduction compared to conventional H-beam designs. The rods are fitted with 12mm ARP2000 fasteners that are rated at 220,000 psi tensile strength, and the larger diameter contributes to a 23 percent greater clamping force than with 7/16-inch ARP2000 bolts.

Extensively dyno-tested with sustained loads in excess of 2,000 lb./ft. torque, these new Boostline connecting rods are proven reliable in high boost applications. (www.boostlineproducts.com)

Pulsar LT For 6.6L

Pulsar has been working diligently to expand coverage for the late-model GM truck market. Three new part numbers expand coverage for the 2015-2019 GM 2500HD/3500HD models, including the 6.6L Duramax diesel. Wrapped up in an easy plug-and-play device, and with no ECM programming or “tuning” required, Pulsar LT is a safe, easy way to access GM truck features through the factory steering wheel controls. (www.holley.com)

Don’t Blow A Gasket

Redline SuperCool Concentrate with Water Wetter

Don’t blow a head gasket because your engine coolant isn’t up to the task. Spend a few extra bucks and get Redline SuperCool Concentrate with Water Wetter. The synthetic formula can be mixed with new or used antifreeze and provides superior heat transfer that can drop the temperature in your cooling system by a whopping 20 degrees Fahrenheit. SuperCool Concentrate also protects your water pump and cooling system from cavitation, corrosion, and erosion. (www.redlineoil.com)

Wastegate Heat Shield

Reduce under-hood temperatures and the chance of getting burned while working on a hot engine with the new Wastegate Heat Shield (#10142) from Design Engineering, Inc.

Great addition to a DEI Turbo Heat Shield for total turbo system protection, the Wastegate Heat Shield features high-tech composite materials with superior thermal insulating properties to help turbos run as efficiently as possible.

Thermal protection starts with a Titanium LR Technology™ outer layer encasing multiple stainless steel and silica inner layers. Stainless mesh and thread ensure durability even on the hottest engines, while stainless wire and true riveted tie-downs allow for a secure, simple installation.

The DEI Wastegate Heat Shield is lightweight for high-performance applications, controlling extreme heat for improved turbo system efficiency and function. (www.designengineering.com)

Controlling Brakes And Protecting Knees

a REDARC Tow-Pro Liberty Electric Brake Controller

Bulky trailer brake controllers are often mounted where you’re almost guaranteed to bang your knees into them. That’s not a problem with a REDARC Tow-Pro Liberty Electric Brake Controller. The unit tucks up under the dash and is controlled by a dash-mounted knob for a factory look.

The Tow-Pro Liberty does a good job controlling your trailer brakes, too. The proportional brake controller uses inertia-sensing technology to measure the tow vehicle’s braking force and applies the trailer brakes to match. This means smooth braking with no pushing or pulling of the tow vehicle.

The REDARC Tow-Pro Liberty has a three-axis accelerometer so you can mount it in any position. It’s compatible with both electric and electric-over-hydraulic brakes and self-calibrates for a quick setup and installation. (www.redarcelectronics.com)

Summit Racing Shop Presses

There’s just no other way to replace parts like modern sealed wheel bearings or removing and installing other components such as bushings and U-joints than with a quality hydraulic shop press. Summit Racing Shop Presses are available in a 6-ton model with a maximum working range up to 9.5 inches and in a heavy-duty 12-ton version with a working range up to 27.5 inches. Get your hands on some dimple dies and you can use your shop press for fabrication work, too. (www.summitracing.com)

Spring Cleaning Knees

Allstar Performance Ultrasonic Cleaner parts on display

Who knew all it took to super clean car parts is a touch of heat and some ultrasonic sound waves? Allstar Performance Ultrasonic Cleaners are available in 1- and 5-gallon models. They are ideal for cleaning everything from oily and greasy parts and tools to items with tiny holes and crevices like carburetors and fuel injectors. You can even use them to clean other things around the house like bicycle and mower parts, jewelry, watches, and much more. Other features include heat dissipation holes to eliminate overheating, double fuse protection, and a drainage system that makes removing dirty cleaning solution. (www.allstarperformance.com)