November/December 2007 Truck & SUV Gear
Truck & SUV gear from such manufactures as Wise Industries, AMP Research, ARB 4x4 Accessories and more!
Storage Solution
The Corvus Box can hold gear or protect an SUV's cargo area. When closed, the Corvus Box is a 30-by-18-by-12-inch locking storage box. However, when open, it expands to form a 30-by-48-by-6-inch tray that works like a truck's bedliner. Capcan Inc.; 613/342-9685.www.corvusboxes.com
Inflation Station
Whether you need to inflate tires or Ride Rite springs or want to blow the dirt off an ATV, the Inflation Station supplies up to 150 psi of pressure. It comes with a 25-foot air hose, tire-inflator tool and gauge, blower nozzles, needle valve tool, and a 12-foot power cable with brass alligator clips. Firestone Industrial Products; 800/888-0650.www.ride-rite.com
Ram--Meet Bull
ARB now offers a Deluxe-style winch-compatible bull bar for 2003 to 2007 1500/2500/3500 Dodge Rams. The steel bar is made to withstand impacts, is airbag compatible, works with OE safety devices, and is designed to have a better approach angle than with other bars. It'll hold a 16,500-pound-rated winch, and has Hi-Lift jacking points, space for driving lights, and twin CB antenna mounts. ARB 4x4 Accessories; 866/293-9078.www.arbusa.com
Bow-Tie Backpressure
MBRP manufactures an exhaust system for the Duramax-powered Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 2500/3500. It's been designed to work with the trucks' new emissions system, installing behind the particulate filter. The bolt-on system uses mandrel-bent tubes and comes with five-inch, mirror-polished stainless-steel tips. MBRP; 888/636-7223.www.mbrp.com
Bed Gasket
If you use a drop-in bedliner, there's a good chance it'll damage the truck bed's paint. The Bed Gasket is a good way to protect the bed. It's a five-piece molded kit made from 1/8-inch-thick polypropylene foam that covers the floor, bulkhead, and sides and installs with double-stick tape. It's made for most cab and bed configurations. Wise Industries; 800/462-8435.www.bedrug.com
Blade Runner
The BladeRunner is a charged air manifold available for 2003-2007 turbodiesel Dodge Rams. The manifolds use multiple internal vanes to improve airflow by up to 33 percent from stock, with a 17-horsepower increase and 50-pound-foot torque boost. aFe; 866/503-9911.www.afefilters.com
BedStep
AMP Research's BedStep is a rear-mounted tailgate step designed to make it easier to reach cargo from the back of a truck. It works whether the tailgate's open or closed. The black-anodized, Teflon-coated cast-aluminum alloy step has a ribbed, nonskid surface, and stores under the bumper when not in use. AMP Research; 888/983-2209.www.amp-research.com
Post-Nozzle Drip
Want to keep the spills in the driveway down to a minimum? The Oil Buddy uses a spring-loaded on/off valve that opens and closes the spout. When the bottle's pulled back, the valve automatically closes. It fits standard four- to six-quart containers and four-liter/one-gallon antifreeze bottles. Masterlink; check local retailers for availability.www.seatbeltadjuster.com/oilbuddy