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Next Generation 2011 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra HD To Get New Chassis
 GMinsidenews have uncovered details stating that the next generation Silverado and Sierra HD pickup trucks will “have a completely new chassis and a new Duramax diesel with 2010 emissions". Vice President of Chevrolet Global Brand Brent Dewar spilled the details during a recent interview. "We are coming with a next generation Silverado and Sierra HD next year". Brian Goebel, a Chevrolet spokesman also confirmed the news, stating "We will have very significant enhancements, including the chassis, on top of the powertrain changes next year".
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Ford Removes Fat Boy Option From 2010 F-350 Super Duty
 Ford secretly removed the "Fat Boy" option from the 2010 Ford F-350 Super Duty lineup due to low demand for the option. Containing a widetrack monobeam front suspension and extended axle, the setup is a standard configuration for the F-450 which uses Class 4 suspension. Dropping the option also tightened the F-350's turning radius from 56 feet to 50 feet, useful on city streets.
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Firestone Industrial Outfits Crossovers with Air Helper Springs Kit
 As the market for Crossover Utility Vehicles (CUVs) continues to grow, Firestone Industrial Products Company, LLC is meeting customer demand with its Coil-Rite air helper springs kits for CUVs, including the new 2009 Ford Flex, 2007-2009 Ford Edge, 2007-2009 Lincoln MKX and 2002-2007 Saturn Vue. "Many drivers are turning to smaller crossover vehicles that are more fuel efficient than trucks and SUVs," said Todd Green, regional sales manager, Firestone Industrial Products, Ride-Rite division. "By adding an air helper springs kit, drivers can maximize the functionality and the safe load carrying capacity of their CUV when towing gear for weekend camping trips or family vacations."Full Story... 
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2010 Dodge Ram Will NOT Have Rear Coil Spring Suspension
 According to Sean Holman of Four Wheeler Magazine, Chrysler will be abandoning their revolutionary coil spring rear axle on the 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 in return for leaf sprung suspension again. After facing pressure from Chrysler hierarchy, the skeptical multi-link rear suspension is not competitive enough with other manufacturers, dipping below the 10,000 pound towing capacity mark. Deleting the 3/4 ton capability the Dodge Ram 1500 currently has will grant the truck an immediate 225 pound increase in payload and a much higher towing capacity. Expect the changes to occur next year in February.
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MIT Develops Regenerative Shock Absorbers
 A group of undergraduate students from MIT have produced a prototype shock absorber that has the ability to generate electricity back into a vehicle. The team claims the shock "increases a vehicle's fuel efficiency by up to 10 percent using a hydraulic system that forces fluid through a turbine attached to a generator". The students are trying to commercialize their product and have found interest from the United States' military and several manufacturers of commercial truck lines. Good luck guys!
Source: Engadget
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General Motors Shipping Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra with 3.73 Rear Axle Option
 Good news for those enthusiasts looking to buy a new pickup truck from General Motors, the Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra half ton trucks are now shipping with a 3.73 rear axle option and new 6.2 liter V8 engine. GM spokesperson Kelly Wysocki commented "The first GM full-size pickups with 6.2-liter V-8 engines and 3.73 rear axles started shipping from the factory in late January" and "they should start arriving at dealers very soon. The 3.73 can be ordered as part of the Max Trailering Package option". GM's new 6.2 liter V8 packs 403 horsepower and 417 foot pounds of torque, matched with a six speed automatic transmission, the new motor and axle combination is only available on crew cab configurations. The new 3.73 rear axle option replaces the standard 3.42, which was optimized for fuel economy standards.
Source: Pickuptrucks
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Ford Recalls 11,000 2009 Ranger 4x2 Pickups Due To Spindle Hazard
 Ford has issued a recall of over 11,000 2009 Ranger 4x2 pickup trucks due to an improperly manufactured front wheel spindle that can possibly fracture while driving increasing the risk of a crash or even death. Owners of the brand new pickups are urged to contact their local dealer as soon as possible, where dealers will replace the part free of charge. Owners can contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332 or by visiting www.safecar.gov
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2008 to 2009 Dodge Ram 2500, 3500, 3500 Chassis Cab Trucks Recalled
 Chrysler have issued a recall of 32,865 2008 to 2009 Dodge Ram 2500, Ram 3500, and Ram 3500 Chassis Cab pickup trucks equipped with the Powers and Sons steering linkages. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the steering linkage drag link inner tie rod can fracture causing a loss of control of steering. Owners are encouraged to contact their local dealers as soon as possible to have the problem fixed. For more information you can contact Chrysler directly at 800-853-1403 or call the NHTSA vehicle safety hotline at 888-327-4236.
Source: SafeCar.gov
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2009 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X Offroad Edition Tested
 Mike Levine of Pickuptrucks had the opportunity to test drive the new 2009 Nissan Frontier pickup truck equipped with Nissan's PRO-4X off-road package. Mike took the Frontier off the trail and tested the new suspension system to every detail. The new PRO-4X off-road package consists of BIlstein offroad shocks, oil pan and transfer case skid plates, electronic rear differential locker, two- or four-wheel Active Brake Limited Slip, and unique machine-finished 16-inch aluminum-alloy offroad wheels wrapped in BFGoodrich P265/75R16 Rugged Trail tires. Not bad for stock equipment! Click here to check out his review.
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Monday Morning Roundup: MOTORZ, SEMA, Fuel Prices, and moreMore in: Roundup, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Diesel, Ford, Fuel, General Motors, Nissan, SUV, Toyota | Comments | Permalink | 96,688 Views
 Our pre-SEMA show coverage continues with four more project vehicles that were added last week including trucks from Chrysler & Dodge and Screet Scene Equipment. A new episode of MOTORZ was uploaded which covered the install of a AMP Research Bed X-Tender on a 2008 GMC pickup truck, a gas station charged only 35 cents causing a fueling frenzy, and General Motors announced more SUV factory closures.
Check out the list of stories below:
• MOTORZ Episode #12 Bed X-Tender Online
• Oil Prices Drop As Fast As Auto Sales, OPEC in 'Crisis Mode', Calls Urgent Meeting
• Toyota Motor Corporation To Export U.S. Built Pickup Truck and SUVs
• General Motors And Chrysler LLC Merger
• Skyjacker Suspension Releases 2 Inch Leveling Kit For GM And Chevrolet Pickup Trucks
• General Motors Closing SUV Factories in Wisconsin and Michigan
• Chryslers Re-Designed 2011 Nissan Titan Revealed
• Gas Station Accidently Charges 35 Cents Per Gallon, Happy Customers!
• GMAC Financing Now Requires Minimum 700 Credit Score for Auto Loans
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Monday Morning Roundup: SEMA Galore, Truckblog to Go Big at ShowMore in: Roundup, Dodge, Ford, Hummer, International, MOTORZ TV, Performance, SEMA, SUV, Toyota | Comments | Permalink | 126,576 Views
 The largest story from last week was the announcement of Truckblog's Live Blogging at the 2008 SEMA Show which is less than one month away. With that announcement, there has also been some news regarding manufacturers and their individual project vehicles for the show. Check out the new "SEMA trucks" below, along with a re-cap of news from last week.
• Truckblog Live Blogging SEMA Show 2008 Begins November 2nd
• MOTORZ Episode 11: Learn how to Install a Hellwig Sway Bar
• MOTORZ TV To Be Displayed All Over 2008 SEMA Show
• SEMA 2008 Preview: Toyo Tires Custom Toyota Tundra
• SEMA 2008 Preview: Performance West Group Ford F-150 Striker R, the little brother
• Transformers Revenge Of The Fallen Hummer H3 Found with Optimus Prime
• K&N High-Flow Intake System for 2007 to 2008 Dodge Ram Cummins 6.7L Diesel
• United States Senate Approves $25 Billion Automotive Industry Loans
• International Truck and Engine Corp Cancels XT Model Line Pickup Trucks
• Toyota Tundra Adds Two New TRD Packages
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Skyjacker Suspension Releases New Forged Torsion Keys For Ford F-150
 Skyjacker’s product line grows again. In addition to our broad product line we have now added Torsion keys for a variety of applications to complete our leveling kit line. With Skyjacker you can be assured that our product line has what you need to fulfill all your suspension needs. Skyjacker’s torsion keys are an effective and inexpensive way to gain tire and ground clearance. These keys are forged unlike other manufacturers that are cast iron. They can also be installed with most standard or metric tools. Some applications may run a 35” maximum tire height. For more information visit www.skyjacker.com.
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Friday Beerblog: Custom Off-Road'n, Mudd Bogg'n, Dixie Blow'n, Lifted Jaguar XJS Luxury Car
 A member at Jalopnik came across this custom off-road'n, mudd bogg'n, dixie blow'n, lifted Jaguar XJS luxury car at a local Wal-Mart in Ft. Pierce, Florida (so cliché). Underneath the carriage of this bogger is a straight axle conversion with gas charged shocks, 40 inch Super Swamper mudd tires, custom front and rear bumper guards, side guards with integrated steps, trailer hitch, and a pink star sticker on the rear window...that's hot.Full Story...
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Monday Morning Roundup: Truckblog.TV Makes You Show Your OH FaceMore in: Roundup, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, Engine, Fuel, Hybrid, Jeep, Nissan, Off-Road, SUV, Toyota | Comments | Permalink | 92,126 Views
 Just like the scene from "Office Space" where Drew talks about a particular person showing their "OH" face, Truckblog.TV HD is guaranteed to make you show your "OH" face. Check it out at hd.truckblog.tv on Apple iTunes. Here's our wrath from last week, just in case you missed it.
• Interview With Stacey David
• Chevrolet Employee Discounts Are Good, Real Good
• Fabtech Releases 6 Inch Dodge Ram 2500 And 3500 4 Wheel Drive Coilover Conversion
• Production Of 2009 Dodge Durango And Chrysler Aspen Hybrid SUVs Begin
• 2009 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup Truck Gets Road Tested
• Conquer The Trails With The EarthRoamer XV-JP
• Nissan To Jump Into Commercial Truck Segment In 2010
• Toyota Tundra Pickup Truck To Get Hybrid Engine
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How To Not Collate At Your Work From 9 Till 11More in: Roundup, Diesel, Dodge, Engine, Ford, Fuel, Hummer, Hybrid, Jeep, Mobile Electronics, MOTORZ TV, Performance, SUV, Website | Comments | Permalink | 95,465 Views
 Is that no talent ass clown in the cubical next to you listening to the radio loudly while you are trying to collate information, just like Peter Gibbons experienced in "Office Space"? Unfortunately right now, the time is 9:00 AM and he is allowed to listen to the radio from 9 till 11. That gives you a two hour time frame to check out Truckblog.TV and read through the list of blogs below from last week.
• Truckblog.TV Episode 7 Now Online And On iTunes
• Sirius And XM Satellite Radio Merger Finally Approved
• Rancho Suspension Releases 2007 To 2008 Jeep JK Wrangler Short Arm Suspension
• Transformers 2 Hummer HX Found Again, Along With Optimus Prime
• Hybrid Electric Vehicle Technologies, Inc. Unveils World's First Plug-in Hybrid Ford F-150 Pickup
• 2009 Dodge Durango Hybrid Proves To Be Less Thirsty
• Streetfire.net Adds Truckblog.TV As A Featured Channel
• K&N High-Flow Air Filter For The 2008 Ram Cummins 6.7L Diesel Pickup Truck
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Pickup Truck And SUV Sales May Be In The Tank, But Aftermarket Accessories Are NotMore in: Projects, Engine, Ford, Fuel, Isuzu, Mobile Electronics, MOTORZ TV, NAIAS, Off-Road, Performance, Project JAKD, Project Truckblog, SUV, Toyota | Comments | Permalink | 102,671 Views
 In research conducted by the Specialty Equipment Market Association (also known as "SEMA"), even after a 32% drop in new-pickup truck sales last month, SEMA found a one percent increase in automotive enthusiasts' demand for customizing their pickup trucks. This just means that owners are keeping their trucks longer due to the increase in price for new pickup trucks, as well as fuel costs. More importantly, the light-truck segment of the automotive market has been on the rise for several years, accounting for 42.3 percent of manufacturer sales in 2007 alone. Maybe there really is light at the end of the tunnel?
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 Ever since I was a child (some of you can stop laughing now), I have had a fascination for pre-runner desert racing trucks and although I know the sport pretty well, the following video would make me scream for an "oh shit" handle. Driven by Marty Coyne, father of Travis Coyne whom we interviewed last year at Championship Off-Road Racing, managed to save the race truck from rolling over after jumping dozens of feet into the air and landing sideways. Check out the video inside.Full Story...
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2009 Harley-Davidson Edition Ford F-450 Looks Cool, Right Timing?
 Mike Levine was able to get hold of a spy shot of the 2009 Ford F-450 Harley Davidson Edition pickup truck, complete with blue tribal flames under the paint. Sold at the $60,000 dollar mark, you'll get a chromed grille, custom Harley fender vents, Harley-Davidson cargo box sides, custom emblem for the tail gate, Harley-Davidson wheels, and of course the legendary black Harley-Davidson leather. The new truck is definitely the best yet that Ford has debuted, but I don't know of anyone right now that is in the market for an 8,000 pound truck that pulls off a fuel efficiency rating of 12 miles per gallon. Is this the right timing Ford?Full Story...
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GearZ DVDs Episodes 1 Through 12 With Stacey David Now For Sale
 We last blogged about Gearz when the television series began back in February. Now three months later, you can own the first twelve episodes yourself for only $25.95. Not bad! This season, Stacey works on a Ford Bronco, 1970's ATV, Mazda Miata, Banshee, 1932 Ford, a late model diesel pickup truck, and more. You can purchase the DVD set by visting their website, located here.
Speaking of TV series, if you have not received the memo about our own, Truckblog TV, check out Episode 2., which was posted earlier this week.
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ATS Designs Releases 2007 And Newer Toyota Tundra Fender Flares
 ATS Design have released their custom fender flares for the 2007 and newer Toyota Tundra pickup trucks. Made of OEM-approved materials and designed to enhance body lines, the custom fender flares use the factory mounting locations for a clean, custom appearance, and ease of installation. All of ATS' fender flares are available in painted and unpainted versions. For more information visit www.atsdesign.com
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What You Missed Last WeekMore in: Chevrolet, Concepts, Diesel, Dodge, Ford, General Motors, GMC, Hybrid, Isuzu, New Products, Off-Road, Performance, Recall, SUV, Toyota | Comments | Permalink | 147,998 Views
Reflecting upon last week, we at Truckblog delivered news about Ford's new Work Solutions line-up, a new recall from them regarding 225k vehicles, and posted information about a new lift kit for the 2007 and 2008 Toyota Tundra. Then, Suzuki stepped up into the truck relm with their new concepts, we talked about a crazy Honda Civic tractor, another hybrid truck was announced, new information about a unibody truck from GMC was released, and finally, a slick LED lightstrip was installed on Project Truckblog. Whew, what a week! Below is a list of last weeks top stories:
• How-To Install A StreetGlow LED Light Bar
• GMC Denali XT Unibody Pickup Truck
• GMC Offers Sierra Hybrid Pickup In October
• Friday Beerblog: Honda Civic Tractor
• Suzuki Shows Off Equator Concept
• Fabtech Lift Kit Now For 2007 Toyota Tundra
• Ford Recalls 225k Vehicles, Again
• Ford Work Solutions For F-150, Super Duty And E-Series Vans
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Walker Evans 20'' Bead Lock Offroad Race Wheel
 Walker Evans now offers a 20 inch Bead Lock offroad race wheel in their lineup. Made of a one-piece pressured cast aluminum wheel, the 20 inch rim offers a custom backspace from 4 and 3/4 inch to 6 inch spacing. The wheel comes in the standard 5, 6 and 8 lug bolt patterns and includes a bead lock ring, bolts and steel insert already installed. You also have the option of choosing a machine and shotpeen finish, polish or power coat. For more information visit www.walkerevansracing.com
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Fabtech Lift Kit Now For 2007 Toyota Tundra
 Fabtech Motorsports have released their 6 inch performance lift kit system for the 2007 Toyota Tundra pickup. Providing an increased ride height and superior dampening, the Toyota lift kit includes Dirt Logic coilover shocks, extended-length steering knuckles, arched crossmembers, U-bolt and rear suspension shocks. The aftermarket lift kit allows for the use of 35 inch tall off-road tires. For more information visit www.FabtechMotorsports.com
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Re-Cap Of Last Week: Biggest StoriesMore in: Roundup, Chevrolet, Concepts, Diesel, Dodge, Ford, General Motors, GMC, Hummer, New Products, Off-Road, Safety, Tires, Toyota | Comments | Permalink | 161,983 Views
Every Monday morning we give you a re-cap of last weeks festivities, from automotive manufacturer announcements to the hottest (and sometimes worst) products available. Below is a list of last weeks top stories:
• Super Bowl XLII, The Commercials
• VOTE: Favorite Automotive Super Bowl Commercials
• Production Long Travel Suspension Ford F-150 Coming
• Roush Edition Chevrolet Silverado ''Roushcharged'' Found
• Toyota Tundra Diesel Dually Special Project Called CrewMaximus
• Ford Invests In Plants To Build Diesel Engines, For F150?
• 2009 Hummer H3T Pictures Revealed Early-Oopsies
• Video Of Pure Insanity: Extreme Sports Choreograph
• Tire Manufacturers Duke It Out With Feds Over Tire Monitor Systems
• Rize Industries Launches 2003 To 2008 Dodge Ram 2500 And 3500 Lift Kits
• 2009 Hummer H3T Video Exposed
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2008 Nissan Frontier Nismo King Cab Review
 Autoweek has published their review of the 2008 Nissan Frontier Nismo King Cab, stating "This is a nice piece to drive, solidly built, plenty of power, good steering feel and handling, given what it is, even a really nice ride for an off-roadable truck. The Nismo folks have gotten their sums right." Powered by a 260 horse power 4.0 liter V-6, this little pickup is guaranteed to handle the trails. Click Here to check out the review.
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Production Long Travel Suspension Ford F-150 ComingMore in: Concepts, Diesel, Engine, Ford, Fuel, New Products, Off-Road, Performance, Racing, SVT Raptor | Comments | Permalink | 140,784 Views
 Four Wheeler Magazine has uncovered some information regarding Ford Motor Company and their long travel suspension 2009 F-150. Being codenamed "Raptor" (any Jurassic Park fans?), the program is well into development and is roughly a year and a half to two years away from being in production.Full Story...
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Belltech Lowering Kit For 2007 Toyota Tundra
 Belltech Suspension have released their complete lowering kit for the 2007 and newer Toyota Tundra pickup truck. Providing a 2 inch drop for the front end and 4 inches of drop in the rear, the new lowering kit is bound to make your Tundra one tough truck. The kit includes lowering springs, rear relocation brackets, U bolts and all the necessary hardware. For more information, check out Belltech's website at www.belltech.com.
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 Muscle Mustangs & Fast Fords tested and reviewed a supercharged 2007 Roush Nitemare Edition Ford F-150 with the goal of reaching 13's in the quarter mile test. Ford discontinued the famous SVT Lightning in 2004, and with many disappointed enthusiasts, have now launched the high performance F-150 by Roush. Does it live up to a benchmark 13.33 second time set by its predecessor? Find out here.
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CST Suspension Releases Walker Wheel Cap
 The finishing touch has been released. CST has designed what every owner of Walker Evans Racing Wheels needs, our CST - Walker Wheel Cap. This custom wheel cap is constructed from 6061 Billet aluminum and CNC machined into the next generation of wheel caps. They feature stainless steel Allen head cap screws, and simply slides in from the back side with a rubber o-ring to eliminate noise while driving. It is offered With or With Out the CST Logo and fits 4.25 inch center bore wheels. Retail price is $229.95 for a set of 4. Check out CST Suspension's website for more details...
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EZ Fit Steering Shaft for Easier Steering
 Flaming River has come out with an "EZ fit" steering shaft that aids in absorbing chassis flex of up to three inches of movement. The EZ Fit shaft is available for all popular trucks, as well as specific kits for Hummer H2's and GM Trucks. The EZ Fit kit also installs on any two u-join system. There's no cutting involved and it installs within minutes. You can check out Flaming Rivers website for more details.
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How-To Install Four Real Steel Traction Bars
 From a stoplight, the guy next to you gives you "the look," and we all know what that means. As the light turns green, you put the pedal to the metal. In the ensuring launch, the truck shakes violently, bucks, hops, and heaven forbid, you stay on it, and eventually hear a loud "BANG" from a grenaded U-joint, followed by a "clink clink" as the driveshaft hits the pavement Perhaps if you were smarter, you would have known that the axle wrap was giving you traction problems, and you should have backed out of the throttle. But poor judgment (and perhaps a little machismo) kept you from doing otherwise. – DrSpeed
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Kelderman Introduces 4-link Koilover Kit For Super Duty
 Kelderman Manufacturing has introduced a front and rear four-link coil over kit for late model Ford 4x4 Super Duty pickups — the Kelderman Koilover Kit. Kits are now available in either 8” or 12” for 2005 and newer F-250 and F-350 Ford Super Duty trucks. The front kit replaces the factory coil springs and shocks with an engineered four-link design. The heavy-duty four link rear kit replaces the leaf spring using King coil over shocks.
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Fabtech Offers $200 Factory Rebate
 Want to lift your late model GM or Chevrolet truck or SUV? Starting July 24th and continuing through October 31st, Fabtech Motorsports will be offering a $200 factory rebate when you purchase one of their complete 6" Performance lift systems for the late model pickup trucks or SUV's. This is a factory rebate so it's up to the purchaser to apply for their $200, so don't wait for your installers to hook you up. Start saving now, July 24th is less than two weeks away.
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Toyota FJ Cruisers Get Off-Road Attention
 Attention FJ Cruiser owners! Adding bolt on accessories to your FJ Cruiser just got easier as aftermarket manufacturers are taking heed of the FJ Cruiser craze and developing accessories to nudge your FJ cruiser a little further into the dirt. Manufacturers such as Donahoe Racing, N-Fab and All Pro Offroad have recognized the FJ Yota rage and are stepping up to the plate with some big boy parts for these little giants.
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Jumping Trucks at the 2006 Spring Truckjam
 Last week we posted some new videos from the 2006 Truck Jamboree in SoCal. Our video guy was hard at work over the long Memorial Day weekend to crank out another one for us. The Extreme Air Hopping video is now online fo' yo view'n pleasure.
Note: Video homey put in some Snoop Dizzle s-to-tha-izzong that contains some fizzoul language (tisk, tisk!) so if you're viewing in the office you might want to put your volume on the down-low, yo.
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Donahoe Announces Coil-Overs for FJ Cruiser
 Truckblog got some inside news from our friends at Donahoe Racing today. They've silently pre-announced their front coil-over system for the new 2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser. The 2.5" nitrogen charged race style shock delivers incredible ride quality both on and off the road. The system allows an additional 0" – 3" of lift to provide clearance for larger tires. Get the rest of the story over at Truck Hownd.
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Truckblog Adds Truck Hownd Products
 Today Truckblog added featured truck aftermarket products to the site from Truck Hownd, the ultimate pickup truck & SUV product guide. Located below the search boxes, products from Truck Hownd are displayed with a brief description of each product. Click those links to view more information about the product, rate it, or build a list of your favorites. It's pretty cool, and the search feature helps you find anything for your ride! Like the Truckblog blog/news service, Truck Hownd is free for enthusiasts to browse, and free for manufacturers to add their own products. Be sure to check out the New Products and Hot Products pages, plus the other Hownd sites that include Fitness Hownd, iPod Hownd, and Coffee Hownd.
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Kelderman Raises The Bar With The 05 SuperDuty
 Kelderman Manufacturing, located in a tiny little town called Oskaloosa, Iowa has been in business since 1970. Founded by Gary Kelderman, Kelderman Manufacturing, Inc. is now operated by his son, Jeff. When Kelderman started this venture, over 35 years ago, his focus was agricultural equipment and throughout the years, that hasn't changed. In 1990 Gary built his first air ride equipped truck, a 1990 W-350 Dodge Cummins, and Kelderman Air Ride was born.
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New Product: 04 F-150 Coil-overs
A new lowering kit has hit the market for the 04+ Ford F-150. This new kit is a coil-over system for the front and performance leaf springs for the rear. It will give your new truck a 3.5" performance drop that will make your truck look and handle better, while still being able to run the big 22-24" wheels.
Progress 2004+ F150 Coil-over lowering system
Complete bolt-on 3.5" sport suspension. Includes performance leafs, springs, shocks and struts. Front is height adjustable for appearance and tire clearance with 22" - 24" wheels. Dramatically improved handling.
Company: Progress Group, Inc
Address: 1390 N. Hundley St. Anaheim CA 92806-1301
Phone: (714)575-1193
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Donahoe Racing Raises The Bar Again
 Donahoe Racing, the makers of the Edge Advanced Suspension System, recently announced their 2 inch Edge Leveling System for Ford Super Duty trucks. The 2" Edge Leveling System consists of a set of mini front spring pack kit and Bilstein 5100 series shock absorbers that are specifically valved for Ford Super Duty trucks at this particular lift height. This advanced suspension system gives Super Duty owners the ability to level out the front end of their trucks while improving ride quality over the stock ride. The Mini Spring Pack Kit consists of an 8" long main leaf which enables the user to keep the stock front spring rate.
 Donahoe Racing Enterprises is located in Anaheim, California and has used their 30+ years of racing history and experience to bring their Edge Lift System, arguably the best riding aftermarket lift system for the Ford Super Duty available, to market. In addition to Ford Super Duty lifts, DR also manufactures a kit for the 97-03 F-150's and a plethora of products for Toyota trucks and SUV's.
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New Product: GMC Canyon/Chevy Colorado 2/3 Drop Kit
 Ground Force Suspension Systems has engineered a patented performance drop kit for the new mid-sized 2004 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon pickup. The company's 2" front and 3" rear suspension lowering package is compatible with 2WD Crew Cab models.
"I think anytime you have a new vehicle introduction, there are a select number of owners looking to quickly differentiate themselves from the pack," said Kevin German, director of sales and marketing, Ground Force. "For these enthusiasts, we've designed a ride enhancing suspension package that adds street style to GM's exciting new truck."
The Ground Force Canyon/Colorado drop kit includes four nitrogen gas charged shocks, two front coil springs, bump stops and two rear leaf springs with lowering block.
Other popular GM truck and SUV applications from Ground Force include the S-10, C-1500, Denali, Tahoe, Yukon and Suburban. All Ground Force drop kits are sold through Summit Racing. The kits can also be purchased from many of the nation's largest automotive specialty warehouses. Call Ground Force at 724.430.2068 to locate a certified installer in your area.
All Ground Force suspension kit components are manufactured under stringent quality standards for optimum performance and carry a limited lifetime warranty. This commitment to quality and proper fitment extends throughout the entire Ground Force product line.
For more than two decades, Ground Force has been dedicated to developing the finest suspension kits and components available for trucks and SUVs. The company offers complete lowering kits for more than 80 of today's most popular makes and models. Ground Force also produces front and rear high-pressure gas drop shocks, rear roll pans and air kits for a variety of vehicles.
To obtain a Ground Force suspension kit, contact your local performance retailer or visit www.groundforce.com. –
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Bilstein announces the release of their new BTS systems for 2005 and later Ford F-250/F-350 4WD Super Duty pickups. These new BTS systems include replacement front coil springs and two 5100 Series shocks. This system raises the front of the truck by 2.25”, increases wheel travel and vastly improves overall handling characteristics.
GroundForce has introduced their all new lowering kits for the 2007 Tahoe and Yukon (P/N 9977) and the Cadilac Escalade (P/N 9979). Make your new SUV stand out from the crowd with one of their complete kits.
If your one of Truckblog.com's thousands of dedicated daily readers, you know how we are avid fans of the best off-road lift manufacturer on the market, Donahoe Racing. The reason DR is so good at what they do is because they are a off-road race shop first, and building race suspensions gives you a ton of insight into manufacturing off-road suspensions.
Superlift, maker of aftermarket lift kit's announced the availability of their lifts for the 2005 Ford SuperDuty Truck, which features a completely new suspension package. The large bulky front leaf springs are history for Ford's monster work truck and in their place is a all new four link link suspension and coil spring system. Ford didn't replace the solid axel with IFS (thank god) but they did make it difficult for the Lift Manufacturers by replacing just about everything about the front suspension.
The guys from Donahoe Racing, the premier Ford off-road suspension manufacturers from Anaheim, California were named the official suspension system for the "Best in the Desert" Off-Road Racing Series. Donahoe Racing's Edge lift system was initially conceived for Donahoe's own race truck recovery vehicles. Donahoe Racing roots are seated deep in the off-road Baja truck racing industry.
Donahoe Racing manufacturers arguably the best lift system for the Ford Super Duty trucks and those who say differently probably have never ridden in one of their plush ride systems. In 2005 Ford introduced a completely different front suspension in their 4x4 Super Duty trucks which lost the somewhat cherished front leaf springs in favor of front coils springs and radius arms. Donahoe Racing has it's roots deep in off-road Trophy Truck racing and believe me, they know how to build a suspension.
U.S. News & World Report recently released an investigative report that may make states other than New Jersey, which already has strict suspension lift laws, to re-think their own laws.
