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Improve your pickup truck with these three tips. This time of year, you'll likely take your pickup truck for a spin more than usual, as summer is the season for home improvement, outdoor projects, and travel. When you want to ride in style and get the most out of your trip, consider these automotive accessories: Purchase a Tonneau Cover Tonneau covers are incredibly useful products that attach to the back of your pickup and protect any items inside from falling out. These are perfect for long distances and travel, and they are especially useful if you plan to transport heavy, fragile items using your truck. That way, your items will be safe from excessive wind, hail, snow, rain, and even dust and debris. Tonneaus are the best defense against any obstacles. Upgrade Your Exhausts We know this one might make you raise an eyebrow, as aftermarket purchases like this one may seem unnecessary or even flashy, but don't knock it till you try it! A replacement exhaust does...

Sometimes rust spots aren't just rust spots; Corrosion inhibitors prevent serious decay.  Whether you have experience with cars or none at all, you probably know that rust and corrosion are not good news. You know corrosion is terrible for the environment, and likely understand that it can lead to severe damages. If a car is susceptible to corrosion, those inside the vehicle could be in danger. This is especially true when rust finds its way to the frame parts of your car, causing them to snap or crack. Because the process of corrosion progresses quickly, it's best to act quickly in employing prevention strategies. That's where corrosion inhibitors come into play, protecting most alloys and metals from rust and decay. These inhibitors work by allowing ions and molecules to bind to the surface of your car. This bond reduces electrical resistance and will reduce your vehicle's corrosion rate and increase its lifespan.  An overall benefit of corrosion inhibitors is their a...

The popular Tekonsha electronic brake controller is available at Classy Chassis For heavy hauls and loads, investing in a quality electronic brake controller is necessary for your vehicle to efficiently operate with a trailer attached. You can activate and monitor trailer brake activity right from the front seat of your vehicle with the help of our Tekonsha and Drawtite brake controllers. An EBC is an excellent device to have handy in case of on-road emergencies involving your trailer’s inability to stop when there is danger nearby. In addition to preventing an accident or collision, having an EBC reduces wear or tear on your trailer, prolonging its brake life. Here are some quick installation steps:  You can install the ECB from inside of your vehicle’s FWD  Disconnect the battery cable any time you’re working on the electrical system Place the controller on the dash, wherever it will be easily accessible Once you choose a position to mount the face of the controller, drill a...

           At first glance, figuring out what trailer hitch to buy for your vehicle may be an overwhelming process if you don't know where to start. Luckily, choosing the best trailer hitch is a lot easier than you think. This is because most hitches are made vehicle specific , allowing you to use the year, make, model and style to find what you're looking for. After that, it depends on the towing capacity and what you will be hauling to find the perfect trailer fit.      Having the correct trailer hitch is very important. There are six main types that you will want to consider.     Trailer Hitch Types Class 2 - Used for cars, crossovers and minivans / Used for lightweight towing up to 2,000 lbs. Class 3 - Trucks, SUVs & cars / Common hitches for towing up to 8,000 lbs.  Class 4 - For trucks and SUVs / Heavy duty purpose towing up to 12,000 lbs.  Class 5 - Trucks and SUVs / Extremely heavy duty towing...

      Ohio goes through quite the climate change throughout the year. The weather can range from harsh winters to sizzling summers to rainy springs all in the span of a few months. Because of these constant weather switches, it's important to have good windshield wipers in place. But even then, windshield wipers can't protect your vehicles glass from all the debris, bugs and other gunk that comes from the climate. This is where a glass protectant becomes a great investment.      GlassParency   is a professionally applied chemical application that enhances driver’s vision at times of inclement weather due to the water micro-beading and repelling off your windshield. Night glare will also become dramatically reduced, making your driving experience safer and more comfortable.     We are the professional installers choice of glass coatings in today's market. Unlike many wax-based topical coatings, GlassParency is chemically engineered t...

The concept of "Try it before you buy it" works great for apparel retailers. Nothing makes a sale easier than allowing a customer to see what those sunglasses look like on their face, or how their jeans make your butt look in the mirror in the changing room. The Interactive Garage software program is the changing room for your vehicle. In the automotive world, you have to imagine what that catalog image of that running board on a Ford F150 would look like on your Dodge Ram, not to mention that F150 is a super done up project vehicle from the manufacturer with a huge air brushed snake on it so they could win best in show at the last SEMA Show. Now can you image what that product would look like on your vehicle? Nothing worse than dropping your vehicle off at your local accessory install shop hoping that the 4" lift for your Jeep with the rims and tires you picked out for it looks as good in your head when you put the full deposit down on everything as it should when you p...

You keep the exterior of your vehicle immaculate. You don't skimp on getting the best car wash products, and you even invested in ceramic paint protection to keep that glossy look. The interior? No different treatment for you. You regularly vacuum out dirt and wipe down the surfaces to keep them clean and dust-free. Trash? You've got a container for that and it gets emptied regularly. Nobody is allowed to eat or drink in your vehicle because you are determined to keep that showroom-ready look for as long as you possibly can. For you, WeatherTech is your kind of accessory company. They have all kinds of accessories that help keep your vehicle clean, because you can't keep weather from happening, but you can help stave off some of the effects it can have on the interior and the exterior. Let's take a look at a few of the most popular ones. FloorLiners - This is where WeatherTech really shines. The WeatherTech FloorLiner accurately and completely lines the interior carpet ...

A performance exhaust system gives you the best bang for your accessory buying buck, because it appeals to so many of your senses. When you stomp on the gas and get pushed back against the seat, you can feel the increase in power. You hear the rumble. So let's dig into the reasons why you should consider a performance exhaust system as an accessory for your truck. 1. Improved performance Performance exhausts can improve your vehicle's functions by releasing fuel and air faster and by improving the overall speed of your vehicle . A performance exhaust system is more efficient than the factory exhaust, allowing fuel to move through the pipe maze quicker and easier. 2. Improved Quality Aftermarket exhaust systems are made using higher quality material that will not deteriorate as quickly as factory installed systems. These systems will normally last the entire life cycle of your vehicle due to the quality of the steel. A performance exhaust system or custom exhaust systems can al...

BedRug Liner So you are looking at something to protect your truck bed. You have looked at drop-in liners and spray-on liners, but have you ever looked at a BedRug liner ? Constructed of durable materials that will withstand the elements and your workload, BedRug Bed Liners are available for most popular truck applications. It provides impact-absorbing close-cell foam to prevent your truck bed from dents and dings. The floor and side walls also provide an impact absorbing barrier for your cargo during transport. The foam is non-abrasive and will not scratch the finish of your truck. Put simply, the BedRug can be used for years and when removed, your bed looks like it did the day you bought the truck. It might look plush, but it is not carpet, but rather 100% polypropylene. It's rugged enough to take whatever you can throw at it, and gentle enough for your most precious cargo. Additionally, BedRug is custom molded to match the contour of the truck bed and provide you with the prote...

Trucks are ready to be customized like your girlfriend's favorite outfit. So many choices for accessories are available and makes the truck reflect your personality! Let's check out some of the things you can choose! BULL BARS Should a front bumper not be enough to really protect your truck, then consider a bull bar, which is a large bumper that comes up in front of your truck to protect more of the front-end. These are usually in an upside down “U” shape so that they do not block off your grille or airflow into your engine. While most drivers probably don’t need these, they are particularly useful if you like to take your truck off-road and hit the trail. Even the most careful driver can end up in some tough situations off-road, and bull bars can protect the front of your truck when that happens. HOOD AND GRILLE PROTECTORS While you’re protecting the front of your truck, you should also consider “protectors” to help get that job done. Rather than bulky bumpers, these truck acc...

A leveled truck As the name implies, leveling kits level your truck. Most trucks come from the factory with a “raked” stance. This means the rear of the truck sits slightly higher than the front. This added height in the back prevents your rear suspension from completely bottoming out under a heavy load. The advantage of this design is two-fold: It stops premature wear on your bushings and shocks and maintains decent handling when hauling cargo. A leveling kit involves hardware to slightly raise the front of the vehicle so it matches the stock height in the back. Most leveling kits include a strut spacer that varies between 1 and 3 inches. The spacer fits between the chassis of the truck and the upper spring perch. The effect is to move the chassis of the truck up by that distance without significantly affecting the geometry of your vehicle’s suspension. This is done primarily for looks, but a leveling kit can also added a small amount of ground clearance for slightly large...

When you buy a truck, it's not just a vehicle. It's a tool, a ride, and, to be honest, an extension of your personality! That is why truck accessories are so popular. How else can you customize it to be exactly what you want and need your truck to be? Choosing which accessories you want on your truck can be a lot of fun, and there are many styles out there. You want your truck to look its absolute best too, so which accessories are better suited for professional installation? Spray-on Bedliner You can buy a do-it-yourself kit from Amazon and "save" hundreds of dollars in installation, but the results will probably be less-than-stellar and you might end up ruining your truck bed at the same time. Finding a reputable company that does spray-on bedliners is your better bet. Many times they have warranties guaranteeing their work and the bedliner. Running Boards Running boards, like a spray-on bedliner, can be cosmetic and utilitarian. For the vertically-challe...

A tri-fold tonneau truck cover Tonneau covers are hard truck bed covers that protect your truck and the items you carry in it. But why should you have one? Truthfully, the answer is found in simple science and economics. Trucks are not very aerodynamic, so wind is sucked down into the bed when driving, which causes drag. Installing a truck bed cover eliminates the drag and can result in better gas mileage. In some cases, the cover may pay for itself in as little as a year with the money you'll save on fuel! Some other benefits are keeping your cargo secure. First, the cover will keep things from being blown out onto the road and preventing accidents or accidental littering. They also keep undesirable debris, snow, and rain out of your truck bed and off of your cargo. While no truck bed cover is completely waterproof, they are highly effective at protecting your cargo from the elements. Tonneau covers also keep your cargo a complete mystery. Some even come with locking mec...