What's a paint and body issue without a buyer's guide? Here's a quicky catalog of some paint and body goodness for your truck or SUV. We got painting tools; we got stencils, and fenders, lights, grilles, hoods, and more. Read on for the good stuff.
DeVilbiss Friki Tiki PLUS Gravity-Feed Spray Gun/Cup Kit A limited-edition collector's spray gun, the Friki Tiki, is designed by Tom Prewitt. The kit features a specially anod-ized DeVilbiss Plus gun and matching aluminum cup. For more information, contact DeVilbliss, Dept. TR, 1724 Indian Wood Cir., Maumee, OH 43537, (419) 891-8119, www.autorefinishdevilbiss.com.
Extreme Dimensions Drifter Series Aerodynamics Drifting's big in Japan and can live large on your block. The Drifter Series kit from Extreme Dimensions includes the ED-Type Drifter Front Bumper, ED-Type Drifter Side Skirts, and ED-Type Drifter Rear Bumper. These body components are made of 5-ounce fiberglass composites. The complete kit is designed for the standard cab and stepside models only, while the front and rear bumpers will fit all models, and the side skirts will fit the standard cab and stepside models only. For more information, contact Extreme Dimensions, Dept. TR, 586 N. Gilbert St., Fullerton, CA 92833, (888) 611-2376, www.extremedimensions.com.
Modernistic LowPro Ultra-Thin Graphics This ultra-thin graphic system is designed to achieve high-end graphic and paint effects (e.g., airbrush, candy, metallic, pinstripe, pearl) without painting or masking. For example, lay the graphic on a painted surface, dehydrate the graphic, remove the pre-mask, cover with clear, finesse, and finish. For more information, contact Modernistic Inc., Dept. TR, 169 Jenks Ave., St. Paul, MN 55117, (888) 310-1382, www.lowprographics.com.
Fierce H2 Top Hood Grille Meet the world's fiercest 2003-06 H2 Top Hood Grille. Machined from over 300 pounds of solid billet aluminum, hand polished, and triple chrome-plated. Designed to install in minutes. For more information, contact Fierce Manufacturing, Dept. TR, 603 Lairport St., El Segundo, CA 90245, (877) 434-3723, www.gofierce.com.
ATS Honda Ridgeline Fender FlaresMade from OEM-approved urethane material, these flares fit on the factory mount locations. They are painted to match your Ridgeline. For more information, contact ATS Designs, Dept. TR, 11110 Business Circle, Cerritos, CA 90703 (866) 213-2873, www.atsdesign.com.
Kustom Shop Stripe-Easy Pinstripe StencilsThis is a layered, adhesive stencil paint tool system made of solvent-proof and reusable Mylar. It enables pinstripe art techniques like dagger, scrolling, and traditional styles. Each stencil is numbered with a low-tack adhesive backing to avoid frisket/masking problems. Registration marks on every corner of each template make it easier to line up layers. For more information, contact Kustom Shop, (858) 909-2110, www.kustomshop.com.
Alsa Striper Pinstriping PaintA urethane-based striping and lettering paint formulated to provide excellent coverage and to "pull for miles." Claimed to have the highest level of pigmentation available, allowing applications with a paper-thin edge. For more information, contact Alsa Corporation, Dept. TR, 2640 E. 37th St., Vernon, CA 90058, (323) 581-5200, www.alsacorp.com.
Tucker's 1955-1956 Chevrolet Front FendersThese are reproduction front fenders for Chevrolet and GMC 1955-56 pickups. Made of heavy-grade steel. The front fender grille capsule is not included. For more information, contact Tucker's Classic Pickup Parts, Dept. TR, 4815 West Reno Blvd., Las Vegas, NV 89118, (800) 544-1955, www.tuckersparts.com.