Wednesday, March 19, 2014

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

Wednesday, March 12, 2014

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

Monday, March 10, 2014

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

Friday, March 7, 2014

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