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June 2009 What's New
June 2009 4X4 Truck Parts Camp Fire In A Can

June 2009 4x4 Truck Parts & Accessories - What's New


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Campfire In A Can
Check out the new portable propane-powered campfire from R & R Leisure Products. Capable of cranking out up to 64,000 Btu, it's liter-ally the hottest campfire on the market. It's safe to use virtually anywhere, thanks to a certified zero clearance to combustibles, so now the warm-ing glow of a campfire is as easy as hooking up a hose to your truck or RV's propane system. The aluminum canister top functions as a stand and a protective carry-ing case. Once lit, a control valve easily adjusts for desired heat output, and the best part is, there is no messy ash or coals to clean up or put out at the end of the night. Info: 702/355-9338, www.campfireinacan.com

The Ultimate Race Wheel
New from AMT Forged Alloys is the AMT-1000 (17x9) rock crawling/ desert racing wheel. Designed exclusively for the rigors of competition, this new design is said to be the lightest and strongest beadlock available today. Rotary forged from an ingot of aerospace-quality aluminum alloy, this one-piece wheel sets new standards for durability. Advanced heat-treatment increases strength by 20 percent over other forged offerings. The beadlock receiver is an integral part of the forging for superior strength and a consistent hardness throughout the wheel, unlike welded-on beadlocks. The beadlock ring is retained with 20 large-diameter recessed bolts for protection, and beadlock bolts are extra-long to ease installation and prevent cross-threading and thread-pulling. Weighing just over 28 pounds, these wheels are perfect for go-fast desert racers or anyone concerned about weight-to-strength ratio. Info: 816/399-4950, www.amtforgedalloys.com

Mount It With Ease
Mount a shovel or axe easily on your rollcage or roof rack using the new Modular Shovel Mounts from Fourtreks. These mounts feature a UV-resistant rubber clamp that is not affected by cold or hot climates. Combined with billet aluminum clamp rings and adapters, this system simplifies the process of mounting trail tools to your rig. All hardware is stainless steel, and several different versions are available for popular tubing diameters. Info: 818/517-6145, www.fourtreks.com

JK Value Kits
Skyjacker has developed a new value line of suspension systems for the '07-and-up Jeep Wrangler JK. These new kits provide exceptional performance, strength, and durability at an affordable price. If you are looking for a 2.5-inch or 3.5-inch suspension lift to clear a slightly larger tire, check it out. Each system includes bumpstop brackets designed to aid coil retention, and a rear track bar bracket for proper rear differential alignment. Also, the coil spring rates are within 10 percent of factory rates, suitable for those who want to continue using the factory tire and wheel combination. Info: 318/388-0816, www.skyjacker.com

H3 Rear Bumper
ARB just released a clean new rear bumper design for the popular Hummer H3. Designed to replace the OE rear bumper assembly, the Hummer H3 ARB rear bumper offers superb protection to both the rear and sides of the vehicle as well as offering an improved departure angle. Two models are offered, to fit vehicles with or without factory flares. Manufactured from 3mm laser-cut steel with a chassis-mounted internal wing that braces the bumper for extra strength, this design provides significant improvements in crashworthiness. They come with a black powdercoat finish, which makes for an excellent base coat for custom colors as shown here. Info: 800/761-8159, www.arbusa.com

Headlight Restorer
Meguiar's new Headlight & Clear Plastic Restoration Kit puts an end to cloudy, oxidized and yellowed headlights, improving appearance and illumination. The Headlight & Clear Plastic Kit is easy to use without sanding or using abrasives that can damage paint or other parts of your car. The kit includes Meguiar's PlastX Clear Plastic Polish, a microfiber towel, and the proprietary buffing pad that, when used properly, safely restores clarity to foggy, oxidized, yellowed and lightly scratched headlights The kit can also be used to restore clarity on any uncoated plastic surface, such as brake lights, convertible windows, motorcycle windscreens, boat windows, bug detectors, plastic shower doors and even aquariums. It's available in all Checker Auto Parts, Schuck's Auto Supply and Kragen Auto Parts stores. Info: www.meguiarsdirect.com

H.D. JK Steering Upgrade
Check out the new heavy-duty forged front flip draglink, designed to solve several front end issues with lifted JK Wranglers. The new draglink is "flipped" over the knuckle, and uses a new tapered insert to mount the draglink into the knuckle. The heavy-duty draglink is 50-percent stronger than the factory draglink to help eliminate frontend shimmy and other alignment issues. The forged draglink will thread into the factory adjusting sleeve and is designed to work with lifts over 4 inches. The kit also includes a frame-side trackbar drop bracket to keep steering geometry correct and a frame brace that further strengthens the frame to reduce frontend shimmy or excess movement. Some welding is required. The draglink fits all JK Wrangler models including Rubicon and Unlimited. Info: 801/288-2585, www.teraflex.biz.

Cover Your Rear (end)
Riddler Manufacturing now offers a new line of differential protection to fit most popular 4x4 axles. The Riddler differential covers are cast from high-grade ductile iron, using an automated molding process and CNC machining to ensure quality and consistency. All Riddler products are designed and manufactured in the U.S. Info: 303/651-7757, www.riddlermfg.com



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