Much like hitches, running boards and nerf bars (and their little cousins—side steps) are among the most useful truck accessories available. But unlike hitches, they are used virtually 100 percent of the time drivers and passengers hop into the cab, and they provide the awesome bonus of significantly improving how a truck looks. Running
Auxiliary truck lighting performs an important task, whether it’s to light the way in inclement weather conditions or provide much-needed additional lighting on the trail. It’s also become a fashion accessory for some as LED lighting has now been incorporated into grilles, grille guards, bull bars, and other accessories. How to Choose Auxiliary Lights for
Trucks are built to withstand changing conditions. Changing terrain. Changing speed. Changing trailer weight. Changing applications. Commutes to work are different than rock crawling, and towing the race trailer is different than desert racing. One of the best ways to deal with these changing demands on the fly is to incorporate adjustable shocks and/or
The game changed in the mid-1980s. That’s when electronic fuel injection really took over the automotive world. The venerable old carburetor was on its way out (at least on factory vehicles), and a brave new world dominated by ECUs and individual fuel injectors was dawning. Before long, aftermarket parts manufacturers were developing new parts to make electronic fuel
They make towing possible. From a utility standpoint, they may be the most useful and important truck accessory available. Hitches. That all-important link connecting your truck and trailer. The hitch is the unsung hero of racing weekends at the track, boating weekends at the lake, start-up lawn care companies, travelling show car owners, and the
Grille guards. Bull bars. Brush guards. Whatever you call them, they’re a great way to add front-end protection and styling to your truck. Grille guards (the umbrella term we’ll use here) aren’t often the first upgrade truck owners make, but they’re popular nonetheless. You can find grille guards from several dozen manufacturers and for trucks from the 1950s
The most dangerous time for any new or rebuilt engine is the initial startup. It’s imperative that all internal engine components are properly lubricated before firing up your engine for the first time. Dry starts can lead premature engine component wear, costly damage, and reduced engine life. That’s why companies like Summit Racing offer specialized
As companies go, you can’t get much more American than Remington. Remington has been manufacturing firearms and ammunition in the United States since 1816—nearly 200 years! It’s the only U.S. company that produces both firearms and ammunition domestically and is currently the largest U.S. producer of shotguns and rifles. Remington’s reach also extends beyond the U.S. borders where its
If you are interested in replacing or retrofitting a fuel tank, there are a variety of issues you’re likely to encounter. In this Summit Racing Quick Flicks video, you will hear and see how fuel tank kits from Tanks Inc. eliminate many of those issues and might make a smart choice for your project. Aftermarket fuel
Learn how to install MSD’s Atomic EFI Fuel Injection System in your carbureted muscle car by watching this video which will walk you step-by-step through the installation process. Here, Steve Magnante shows you how he installed one of these systems in a 1964 Chevy Chevelle with a 300-horsepower 350 small block. The MSD Atomic features a
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