Truck Tents: Hottest Product on the Market

Camping is fun and I’m sure all of us have done it at one time or another. There are some limitations that hold us back from just picking up a few things and heading out. One of them is a decent tent that is easy to set up and keeps you dry and comfortable.

One of the hottest products on the market today is called "truck tent." Napier Enterprises developed it and it makes sense for those people that like to go camping, but do not like to sleep on the ground. The truck tent is exactly as it sounds a tent for your truck. This tent sits in the open bed of your truck with the tent poles (which are like regular tent poles that collapse with a quick pull) designed to fit in the stake pockets of your box rail. The tent also comes with a fly for the rain and an awning off the back to cover climbing in and out. And they have tents available for just about any truck. Invest in an air mattress or you will be sporting a set of marks on your back resembling the ribs in the trucks bed, don’t ask me how I know.  SUV owners should especially like the tents that are designed with them in mind. These tents feature a docking collar that fits around the back of your sport-ute so your vehicle is inside your tent. When you need your vehicle, you just remove the collar and zip it up. For hunters there is a Camo version featuring the Mossy Oak break up design. Just be careful sticking your head out the back in the early morning.

The newest tent to their product line is the Backroadz truck tent. This value priced tent line fits most pickups and sleeps two comfortably. Easy setup utilizing shock-corded fiberglass poles and offers 5’ 5” of head room. It comes with a rain fly and storm flap in the door section to provide privacy and protection. The SUV/Minivan tent has a universal sleeve that fits snug around any vehicle with a 9’ x 9’ footprint that can sleep 4-6 people and over 7’ of headroom. There are three large mesh windows providing plenty of ventilation and the bathtub style floor keeps things dry. Carrying bag included.

The interesting thing about this line up is with every purchase a tree will be planted through the partnership with trees for the future.

A quick tip, order the Sportz strap protectors. These strap protectors will save the finish on the side of your truck and prevent scratches as the wind moves you and your tent around.
There are many combinations available from this company, so look them up at www.napieroutdoors.com


Article written by: Ian Harwood - "The Truck Guy"
Corporate Sales and Operations Manager for Custom Truck Parts

Pro Comp Equipped 2014 Jeep Wrangler Passes FMVSS Test

CERTIFIED COMPLIANT

2014 Jeep Wrangler with Pro Comp Suspension passes FMVSS Test. On March 23rd, at a proving ground in the Arizona desert, Pro Comp successfully tested and passed the FMVSS 126 Electronic Stability Control Test with its new 3.5-inch Suspension System on a 2014 Jeep Wrangler.

Adam Trowbridge, Brand Manager of Pro Comp Suspension, explains that the company elected to perform FMVSS 126 due to its relentless drive for quality.

"The Jeep Wrangler is a vehicle continually pushed to its limits in the off-road environment. Consumers want a more impressive performing kit off-road, while still maintaining all of the vehicle's safety features on-road. Pro Comp works hard to make sure our kits excel in both environments. We performed this physical test because we believe this stands as a symbol of our ongoing commitment to safety, engineering and technological advancement."

For additional Pro Comp equipped vehicles that have passed FMVSS test, click here >>

Fabtech Releases 6” Suspension System for the 2014 Ford F150 4WD

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

EDMONTON, AB (March 19, 2014) - Fabtech just released a 6” Suspension System for the 2014 Ford F150.

Ford’s 2014 F150 has been updated with slight changes to the suspension platform and Fabtech has taken advantage of this by developing an affordable 6” Suspension System.

This new system includes heavy duty 1/4” thick steel lower control arm crossmembers with an integrated front differential skid plate for protection and increased front suspension strength. Fabtech extended length ductile iron steering knuckles allow use of 18”, 20” or 22” wheels.

The Basic System includes front spacers utilizing the factory Coilover shock while the rear receives Fabtech Performance twin tube shocks.

The Performance System comes with Dirt Logic 2.5 Coilovers featuring Eibach coil springs in the front and Dirt Logic 2.25 in the rear for aggressive offroad driving.

6” Basic System w/Performance Shocks #K2188
FTS22168 - Component Box 1
FTS22169 - Component Box 2
FTS7266 - Rear Performance Shocks x 2

6” Performance System w/Dirt Logic 2.5 Coilovers & Rear Dirt Logic Shocks #K2189DB
FTS22170 - Component Box 1
FTS22169 - Component Box 2
FTS221711 - Front Dirt Logic Coilovers
FTS810291 - Rear Dirt Logic Shocks x 2

ABOUT FABTECH
With over 20 years experience in the offroad industry, Fabtech is recognized as the premier leader and innovator in suspension design and manufacturing for offroad enthusiast. Fabtech’s headquarters resides in Chino, California and spans across five acres. The 100,000 square foot facility allows Fabtech to function 24 hours a day without compromising security, capacity or quality of operation. For more information on Fabtech, you can contact them at 877.432.2832 or visit www.fabtechmotorsports.com

Fabtech Releases 5” Basic System with Radius Front Arm Suspensions for the 13-14 Ram 3500 4WD

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

EDMONTON, AB (March 19, 2014) - Fabtech just released a 5” Basic System for the 2013-2014 Ram 3500.

This high quality system has been designed to retain the factory load carrying capacity and ride of the vehicle with minimal parts. The stock coil springs are retained with angular steel spacers to retain the factory spring bow. This is an important feature as Chrysler designed the bow to aid in handling and ride. Flat spacers do not provide this.

The factory Radius Arms are relocated with heavy duty 1/4” thick steel brackets for proper caster. A Track Bar drop bracket centers the axle under the vehicle.

A Fabtech exclusive on this system is the steel front bump extensions. They will not blow out like long urethane bump stops found in other aftermarket suspensions. No chance of spring and shock damage with  the Fabtech steel extensions.

The 5” Basic System will clear 37” tall tires and is available with Fabtech Performance Twin Tube shocks or high end Dirt Logic Monotube shocks.

5” Basic System w/Performance Shocks #K3058
FTS23047 - Component Box w/Performance Shocks

5” Basic System w/Dirt Logic Shocks #K3059DB
FTS23048 - Component Box w/Dirt Logic


ABOUT FABTECH
With over 20 years experience in the offroad industry, Fabtech is recognized as the premier leader and innovator in suspension design and manufacturing for offroad enthusiast. Fabtech’s headquarters resides in Chino, California and spans across five acres. The 100,000 square foot facility allows Fabtech to function 24 hours a day without compromising security, capacity or quality of operation. For more information on Fabtech, you can contact them at 877.432.2832 or visit www.fabtechmotorsports.com

Fabtech Releases 2.5” Coil Spacer System for the 2014 Ram 2500/3500 4WD

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

EDMONTON, AB (March 19, 2014) - Fabtech just released the 2.5” Coil Spacer System for the 2014 Ram 2500/3500.

The 2.5” Lift system for 2014 2500/3500 Rams, with factory Radius Arm front suspension, features more than just basic spacers.

Dodge designed the front coil springs with a large bow to increase vehicle stability and handling. Unlike other flat spacers on the market, Fabtech’s angled spacers retain this important feature preserving the factory ride characteristics.

The front shocks are replaced with longer length units to allow for full suspension travel while improving the damping of the front suspension. Extended length bump stops are included in this kit to prevent the coil springs from binding at full compression while also eliminating Trac Bar interference. Optional rear shocks are  available separately.

2.5” Coil Spacer System w/Performance Shocks #K3056
FTS23043 -  Component Box w/Front Shocks
FTS7299 -  Rear Performance Shocks x 2

2.5” Coil Spacer System w/Dirt Logic Shocks #K3057DB
FTS23044 -  Component Box w/Front Shocks
FTS810351 -  Rear Dirt Logic 2.25 Non Resistant x 2

ABOUT FABTECH
With over 20 years experience in the offroad industry, Fabtech is recognized as the premier leader and innovator in suspension design and manufacturing for offroad enthusiast. Fabtech’s headquarters resides in Chino, California and spans across five acres. The 100,000 square foot facility allows Fabtech to function 24 hours a day without compromising security, capacity or quality of operation. For more information on Fabtech, you can contact them at 877.432.2832 or visit www.fabtechmotorsports.com

Custom Truck Parts Inc. Announces Partnership with Fabtech

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

EDMONTON, AB (March 12, 2014) - Custom Truck Parts Inc. announced today that the company will partner with Fabtech, an industry leader of the highest performing suspension systems. The new relationship will help Fabtech reach thousands of customers across Canada.

Fabtech Suspensions is now in stock and available through Custom Truck Parts Inc. Custom Truck Parts offers next day delivery to most of Western Canada through their e-com store. “This is an exciting partnership opportunity with Fabtech. Fabtech offers American made products with a focus on delivering top quality and top performing kits that meet and exceed customer expectations. It is Fabtech’s quality and support that make them a leading name in the performance suspension business.” said Shawn Landsman, Custom Truck Parts Inc. General Manager. 

Custom Truck Parts Inc. is a corporately run company that believes in offering a diverse product mix to their customers with a guiding principle of: “provide our customers with the best products when they need them at market competitive prices”. Custom Truck Parts’ expert sales team, strong customer service focus and innovative marketing efforts have earned them a strong position in the truck accessory market place.

ABOUT FABTECH. 

With over 20 years experience in the offroad industry, Fabtech is recognized as the premier leader and innovator in suspension design and manufacturing for offroad enthusiast. Fabtech’s headquarters resides in Chino, California and spans across five acres. The 100,000 square foot facility allows Fabtech to function 24 hours a day without compromising security, capacity or quality of operation. For more information on Fabtech, you can contact them at 877.432.2832 or visit www.fabtechmotorsports.com

ABOUT CUSTOM TRUCK PARTS INC. 

Custom Truck Parts Inc. is one of Western Canada’s largest truck accessories retailer. With stores located in British Columbia and Alberta, Custom Truck Parts offers a large and diverse selection of accessories for Truck and Jeep enthusiasts. With a 60,000 sq ft distribution centre and e-com store, Custom Truck Parts offers worldwide shipment on all products.

For more information visit: www.customtruckpartsinc.com

LED lights are slowly taking over the automotive industry

Just like your home, there are many benefits to LED

LED stands for light emitting diode, they are extremely small semiconductor diodes that are capable of creating light. LED lights work very similarly to standard lights except for the fact that LEDs are much smaller and contain no filament. Instead of a filament, an LED creates light using nothing but the movement of electricity along the path of its semiconductor. As the electrons stream across the semiconductor, they create electromagnetic radiation. Some forms of this electromagnetic radiation can take the form of light. Now that you have this information here is how it applies to the automotive world.

LED lights are becoming increasing popular these days on trucks. Gone are the days of putting the highest wattage sealed beam lamps you could find, often referred to as airplane landing lights, on your bumper or roll-bar to light up the night sky to enjoy some extended off-road driving hours. LED lights not only give you incredible light but they draw so little amperage. This is a real advantage over adding a second alternator or constantly having to jump start your dead battery. Off-road LED lights come in many different shapes and sizes. This helps with the many different sizes of grill openings or bumper light locations. Rigid industries are a pioneer in this new off-road light technology. They offer many different kinds of lights.  The dually light is a small 3” x 3” cube that has 1300 lumens of light that has the same output as a 50w light while only drawing 15 watts. A pair of these lights cost $219.00.

E-series lights are LED light bars that come in various lengths. The 4” E-series light is available in a flood or spot pattern that has an amp draw of 1.18 and a life span over 50,000 hours. Cost is $258.

The 6” E-series light is available in a flood, spot, or a combo. It also has a 50,000+ life span and draws 1.77 amps.

For some serious amount of light there are the 30”, 40” and 50” light bars that have an unbreakable

polycarbonate lens and are available in a spot, flood, or a combo. The 50” light bar gives off enough light to reach distances of 1497 meters. Theses price from $1099 to $1759. Now finding a place to mount them to your truck can pose a challenge. There are some mounting brackets that are universal and some vehicle specific brackets but generally you have to make some up. The front bumper usually is a great place to start. The OEMs are great for providing spots to mount their optional lights. You can also purchase bumper mounted light bars that can hold one long light bar or two smaller ones. Make sure the location you choose is not lower than the bumper or your expensive new lights may get knocked off your first trip out.  If you own a Jeep there are mounting brackets available to attach to your windshield pillar or just above the windshield.  Rigid now offers for 2014, curved lights that will fit across the top of the windshield and have mounting brackets for most trucks. Check out the entire line up of lights and brackets available at www.rigidindustries.com website.

Article written by: Ian Harwood - "The Truck Guy"

Corporate Sales and Operations Manager for Custom Truck Parts

Monster Hooks Inc. Announces Partnership with Custom Truck Parts Inc.

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

EDMONTON, AB (March 7, 2014) - Monster Hooks Inc., manufacturer of the ultimate recovery hooks announced today that the company will partner with Custom Truck Parts Inc. to offer their unique product line to a larger consumer base.

Effective immediately, Custom Truck Parts Inc. will be offering Monster Hooks Inc. innovative products through their retail and online stores. Custom Truck Parts Inc. currently has retail locations in British Columbia and Alberta and ships worldwide through their e-com store. The new partnership will allow Monster Hooks Inc. to take advantage of Custom Truck Parts large distribution channels and innovative marketing efforts.

Custom Truck Parts Inc. is a corporately run company that believes in offering a diverse product category to their customers. Get them what they want when they need it at competitive prices. Their expert sales team, customer service focus and innovative marketing efforts has helped them hold a strong position in the truck accessory market place.

ABOUT MONSTER HOOKS INC.

Monster Hooks Inc. manufactures the worlds safest, strongest, simplest titanium based recovery hooks and other innovative accessories. Monster Hooks products reaches a broad range of markets from off-road, oil fields, logging, mining, municipalities, construction, demolition and military. For more information call Monster Hooks Inc., headquarters in San Jose, California at 408.268.7417 or visit www.monsterhooksinc.com

ABOUT CUSTOM TRUCK PARTS INC.

Custom Truck Parts inc. is one of Western Canada’s largest truck accessories retailer. With stores located in British Columbia and Alberta, Custom Truck Parts offers a large and diverse selection of accessories for Truck and Jeep enthusiasts. With a 60,000 sq ft distribution centre and e-com store, Custom Truck Parts offers worldwide shipment on all products.

For more information visit: www.customtruckpartsinc.com