Hitch Carrier
With the hitch carrier by StowAway2, you'll find accessing and storing cargo easier. The hitch mounts directly into your vehicle's 2-inch receiver hitch. The StowAway2 allows you to load and unload gear with ground-level access and is designed for the Ford Expedition or Explorer.
This model swings the carrier out counterclockwise for clear access to the rear of the vehicle, so stored gear can be easily reached. The hitch carrier is made of impact-resistant polymers and is weather-sealed for protection from the elements. For more information, contact: StowAway2, Dept. TR, P.O. Box 1568, Lake Oswego, 97035,(800) 943-5377, www.stowaway2.com.
Protective Coat
With color match and being pigment free, Everclear by Evercoat will give your truck a clear, protective coat. You can use Everclear without worrying about pigment damage. Application is easy and each coat is long-lasting. For more information, contact: Evercoat, Dept. TR, P.O. Box 8546, The Woodlands, TX 77387, (800) 971-1140, www.evercoatinc.com.
Suspension System
For '05 Ford F-250 pickups, BDS Suspension introduces a line of suspension systems. The kits range from 1 to 6 inches so your truck can be changed to the custom look you're looking for. The 4-to-6-inch kits include a heavy-duty track bar relocation bracket to properly center the axle. Rear blocks or Glide-Ride rear leaf springs are available. The 6-inch kit also has an add-a-leaf option. For more information, contact: BDS Suspension, Dept. TR, 102 S. Michigan Ave., Coldwater, MI 49036, (517) 279-2135, www.bds-suspension.com.
Pacbrake PRXB
The new choice of brake replacements by Pacbrake is the PRXB exhaust brake units. The new unit will provide up to 50 percent more torque than the usual unit. For braking power, the backpressure is always constant as speeds change. For more information, contact: Pacbrake, Dept. TR, (800) 663-0096, www.pacbrake.com.
Tailgate Enclosure
AMP offers its new Bed-X-Tender, a tailgate enclosure for pickups. The enclosure is available with quick-latch mounts for easy attachment and removal. Bed-X-Tender provides a convenient and easy way to load and unload, as well as extending the length of the truck's bed. With the tailgate up, Bed-X-Tender flips inward to secure grocery bags, tools, and small items. Available for pickups and manufactured by AMP Research, the accessory can be found at auto parts retailers. For more information, contact: AMP Research, Dept. TR, 2552 McGaw Ave., Irvine, CA 92614, (888) 983-2204, www.amp-research.com.
Toolbox
Zylstra Performance Products has released its new toolbox fuel tank. The box is made out of marine-grade aluminum and is fitted to the bed of the truck. Water-resistant and sealed to resist dirt and dust, the tanks come in two sizes: 43 gallons for short beds, and 58 gallons for long beds. For more information, contact: Zylstra Auto, Dept. TR, 2230 E. Main St., Visalia, CA, (559) 739-7303, www.zylstraauto.com.
Quad-Cab Thunderform
The new subwoofer Thunderform by MTX is designed for Dodge Dakota Quad-Cab trucks. Each sub is color-matched for ultimate expression. With the MTX subs, your stock audio system's sound is increased, adding a new dimension of full, rich bass to the music. Models are available for '04-'05 Dodge Rams, Dakotas, and Durangos in an amplified version with a 200-watt class D amplifier. For more information, contact: MTX, Dept. TR, 4545 E. Baseline Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85042. (800) 225-5689, www.mtx.com.