11/14/11

Considerable Factors When Buying Truck Accessories



After taking the key of your newly purchased truck, think of this: a few important factors have to be considered in buying accessories for your newly purchased ride. This thought should never be taken for granted because accessories can't just make your truck attractive, but they can also contribute to the functionality of your vehicle. Likewise, truck accessories can define the longevity of your truck's life, just in case you don't know.
Here are some considerable factors when buying truck accessories.
1. Style and Looks - The first thing you have in mind when you first bought your truck if you are a truck enthusiast is to make it look something just like you. Therefore, look for something that would match the style that you like and those which would really emphasize the character of your new vehicle.
2. Functionality - The functionality of the truck accessories which you would like to buy should come along when considering style and looks. This is so, because practicality says that you have to hit two birds at the same time. So to make sure that it's all worth it, be sure that the accessory have some other purpose other than adorn your truck.
3. Price & Quality - It is not always best to choose what is cheaper because sometimes, cheaper items mean that they are of less quality, although sometimes, it's the other way around. Double check quality against the price so you could choose the items where you can worthily spend your money.
4. Space - Choose accessories which can still be accommodated by your truck. Do not over decorate them or over accessorize them.
5. Your own need - Be careful to choose the kind of accessories that would fill your needs. Accessories can come in a variety of designs, shapes, colors, price and functionality. We all know that the world is facing economic crisis for years now, so it is just wise to make sure that every cent of your money should be spent to what is needed the most, unless you have all the sources to buy them all. Yet, most people nowadays choose to be practical even if they do have lots of money to spend. Think about at how the accessories you plan to buy will make an impact to your truck and to your own experience as well.
6. Comfort - The best consideration would be the comfort which your choice of accessories can give you and your passengers. Most of the times, regardless of price, as long as it make us feel comfortable, we choose to grab them.
7. Options - In everything we do, we are certainly given a lot of options. That fact definitely goes the same with buying accessories for your truck. Since truck has long been one of the transportation means, so the accessories were also long been existent and they have been also into modifications to suit the needs and wants of the truck enthusiasts. In buying truck accessories, you should make it a point to know well about your options so that you can get the best of what are available.

Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/6600198

11/11/11

New Medium Duty Railgate From Tommy Gate



Tommy Gate Releases All-New Medium-Duty Railgate

Tommy Gate has announced the release of an all-new 3,000lb capacity, high-cycle railgate for stake and van bodies.

An extension of Tommy Gate’s pre-existing product line of railgates, this new lift is the first Tommy Gate has produced at the 3,000lb capacity level.

Tommy Gate’s engineers specifically designed the 3,000lb railgate for applications performing high numbers of lifting cycles during daily use. These "high-cycle" requirements have called for the inclusion of a number of quality components such as machined steel rollers, dual-sealed ball bearings, hardenedsteel pulleys, and composite bushings. Incorporating these materials has created a steadier lifting action and reduced maintenance.

The new "high-cycle" rail is being offered with numerous standard features:
  • Class-exclusive safety trip bar provides additional operator protection
  • Self-close and auto-open cam arm creates hands-free platform open and closure
  • Steel rollers ensure consistency of motion
  • 12" platform taper eases transition from ground to platform
  • Three-light, incandescent light kit included
More than three years of design, development, and testing has been completed on the project, including fourteen months of intensive field testing. The extensive development period and focus on user feedback leads Tommy Gate to believe it has created an elite railgate for its class.

Tommy Gate is a 45-year-old, U.S.-based, hydraulic liftgate manufacturer, located in Woodbine, Iowa.


Vaca Valley Truck & SUV is an authorized Tommy Gate dealer.

11/08/11

2011+ Chevy GM 2500HD / 3500 5-8" Lift Kit from ICON Vehicle Dynamics LL...


5-8" Adjustable Lift Height Suspension System that adds strength, protection and overall performance, allowing fitment of 35"-37" tires.

11/05/11

ENCORE Extang


Extang's new tri-fold cover, Encore, is the most advanced tri-fold on the market. 

11/02/11

Inside CURT - Engineering


Proudly made in America! What makes CURT hitches different? See for yourself, tour the facility and meet the people who deliver the highest quality trailer hitches and towing accessories.

10/30/11

A.R.E. CX Series Shell with Options and BedSlide


2011 Ford F150 4x4 Super Cab with A.R.E. CX Series shell or truck cap with solid Windoors on the drivers side (this one has a tool or storage area) and passenger side, This has the full rear door with the "man door" for animals or even people. Notice that it also opens up like a hatch. Included also is a Cargo Pro BedSlide (saves backs!). Look at the lines of the shell in how nicely it fits this truck.

Vaca Valley Truck & SUV, 1240 Callen St, Vacaville CA 95688. 707-447-9905. See our website at www.vacavalleytruck.com

10/27/11

A.R.E. DCU Commercial Shell with Options On Ford F150


On this F150 regular cab with the 8' bed, we have installed the A.R.E. DCU Commercial Shell or Truck Cap with solid lift up doors on the side with integrated compartments. This unit has a rear barn door style option (there are several ways to go on the rear) where the tailgate is removed. The inside doors on the rear have been lined with aluminum sheet. Six interior lights with one switch. Notice also the great looking and heavy duty aluminum rack integrated into the shell.

Call Kevin at 707-447-9905.

Website: www.vacavalleytruck.com

Vaca Valley Truck & SUV, 1240 Callen St, Vacaville CA 95688.

10/24/11

Nissan NV Van Aftermarket Interior Modifications


Here is an NV Van Hi-Roof with a custom diamond plate floor with marine grade subflooring and splash panels all sealed to be able to clean out with water. In addition this has a bulkhead and a ProAir rear air conditioning system.

Vaca Valley Truck & SUV, 1240 Callen St, Vacaville CA 95688. Call 707-447-9905 and visit our website at www.vacavalleytruck.com.

10/21/11

Precision Grilles


This video is a quick summary of what we do, and how we do things at Precision Grilles® http://www.precisiongrilles.com/

10/18/11

SMI Braking Systems

SMI braking systems are truly unique. Both systems utilize the towed vehicle's power brakes, allowing for soft, effective braking. With the use of Dual-Signal Activation, the Stay-IN-Play DUO braking system CANNOT activate when you don't want it to, even down a grade; and with the Air Force One, you get true "mirrored" braking. The movement of the coach's brake pedal is identically reproduced in the towed vehicle; progressive and directly proportionate braking effort. Best of all, it's all automatic! Both models include coach notification, so you always know exactly how and when your brake is performing.

  • #1 system for diesel motor homes
  • Exclusively approved air tap method
  • Power brakes of towed active
  • Truly 100% directly proportional and progressive
  • Coach and towed protection in breakaway
  • "Zero" tow ready setup time
  • No moving parts
  • Five-Year warranty

  • Exculsive deal-signal activation
  • Steep grades CANNOT activate system
  • True progressive braking
  • Coach notification
  • Breakaway system
  • "Zero" tow ready setup time
  • Five-year warranty
  • The last system you will ever buy
See more about these great products at http://www.smibrake.net/. Give Kevin a call and he can answer your questions as well. 707-447-9905.

10/15/11

Rack-it and SureFit Rack Accessories

Gary Kank of Rack-it Truck Racks, shows off a truck with most of the options that Rack-it and SureFit Racks sells. These include the water jug holder, rack holder, rack straps, window protector, load locks/dividers, cross bar and more.

This presentation was done at a Nor Cal Ford Truck Club event held at the Woodbridge Country Club in Woodbridge CA next to Lodi. See more about the Nor Cal Ford Truck Club at http://www.norcalfordtruckclub.com/.

See more from Rack-it Truck Racks at www.rackitinc.com and SureFit Truck Racks at http://www.surefitracks.com/.

10/12/11

User video of WARN XT17 Portable winch pulling motorcycle at Moab

This user-submitted video showcases the WARN XT17 Portable Winch pulling out a Kawasaki motorcycle from a "Hot Tub" in Moab, Utah. Filming was done by Bill Dragoo, writer for Adventure Rider Magazine, and member of the 2010 BMW GS Trophy Team.

10/09/11

Truxedo Deuce


The Truxedo Deuce features:


Quick Cargo Access Easily reach cargo using the front hinged section, or roll up completely.

Front Release Latch Front hinged section allows for easy access to toolboxes and cargo at the front of the bed.

Automatic Tension Control Built into hinge and self-adjusts to keep the cover tight in fluctuating temperatures. 

Great Combination Only cover with front of bed entry, plus rolls completely open to haul large items.

Sleek, Low Profile Appearance Sits lower than 3/4" above the truck bed. Improves the appearance of any truck.

10/06/11

Another WARN PullzAll application: Tree Removal


http://www.warn.com/utility/pullzall/cordless.shtml The WARN PullzAll has hundreds of great uses. Here's one of them: Removing a tree. The PullzAll easily pulls out this small pine tree with much less work than if you'd just used a shovel and other manual tool. The WARN PullzAll lets you get more done in less time.

10/03/11

World's Greatest Hitch Manufacturer - CURT Manufacturing LLC

CURT has been recognized by the World's Greatest television show as the world's greatest hitch manufacturer. We are truly honored to receive this recognition. Here are some of the things that they had to say about us... "What makes CURT the World's Greatest? Relentless customer focus, leading edge technology, unsurpassed order fill rates, high quality high durability products, and dedicated, passionate employees with the will to win."