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Happy Holidays

Truck Stuff — Thu, 18 Dec 2008 19:33:24 +0000

BuyAutoTruckAccessories.com would like to extend our wishes for a safe and Happy Holiday Season! Thank you for visiting our blog and site and your continued support this year by purchasing our lines of Auto and Truck Accessories. We are always striving to give our customers, the service they deserve and the best line of quality products at the absolute guaranteed lowest price.

Please browse our site for the newest products that we’ve recently added:

Auto Ventshade Seamless Ventvisors, Chrome and the Bugflector II Bugshields

Bedrug Truck Bed Liners

Carr Hitch Steps, Light Bars and Side Boards & Steps

Derale Performance Fans, Oil & Transmissions Coolers and other Performance Products

Freedom Grill Tailgating Grill

Go Rhino Hitch Steps, Side Steps and Sport Bars

Hella Rallye Driving Lights and Air Horns

Hitch Critters Hitch Accessories (fun stuff)

ICI Chrome Accessories, Nerf Bars, Stainless Steel Bed Protection and Tubular Bed Rails

Loading Zone Cargo Gate

Lund Cargo Carriers and Towing Accessories

Nifty Catch-It Floor Protection

Owens Scout Series and Diamond Tread Truck Tool Boxes

SuperSprings Suspensions Stabilizers

Timbren Suspension Systems

U-Cut Chrome Rocker Panels, Pillar Posts and Gas Door Covers

Vistas Van Security

And More….

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The Simple Way to Protect Your Truck or SUV

Truck Stuff — Tue, 07 Oct 2008 14:44:44 +0000

We all know that pickup truck bed liners are an excellent investment for your truck. They not only help protect your bed but prevent loads from shifting and sliding around. But, what about other types of protection. Mud Flaps are probably the most inexpensive accessory that you could buy while doing a very good job at protecting your Truck or SUV. Splash Guards protects your vehicle’s body from stone chips, road debris, mud and everything else that fly’s off your tires while driving in all conditions.
BuyAutoTruckAccessories.com sells many different types and brand names of Mud Guards.
ICI Mud Flaps offer the perfect combination of an attractive trim accent with a functional flap that provides both great looks and protection. These flaps are custom molded contour, injection molded plastic with a stainless steel insert.
Deflecta-Shields 900 Series Mud Flaps are made for a single wheel truck or dually. They are constructed of heavy-duty molded rubber with diamond or extruded aluminum plates.
Deflecta-Shield Universal Aluminum Mud Flaps offer maximum protection and flexibility. They are available in diamond brite, extruded brite or extruded black finish and offer a moon or square cut design.
Owens Single and Dual Wheel Rubber Mud Flaps are available with a Diamond Tread or Stainless Steel Insert and offer superior protection from stones, rocks, dirt and etc.
Powerflow Big Mudder Universal Splash Guards are built to stand up to back-road abuse and punishing temperatures without cracking or discoloring. They are molded from heavy-duty rubber and have a rugged diamond plate look. They are built extra long and wide for additional coverage and protection.
Powerflow Molded OEM Look Pro-Fit Splash Guards are a semi-universal fit design based on contemporary vehicle styling of today. The outer profile is curved in from top and large sweep on bottom to allow easier alignment. Semi-Custom Mudflaps are offered in sizes and profiles to fit most late model cars, mini-vans, sport utilities and pickups
Powerflow Series A Splash Guards are molded to original equipment specifications. Dimensions: 7-1/2 x 12-3/4 inches. These stay flexible even the extreme temperature and are sold in pairs.
Powerflow Series B Splash Guards are constructed of heavy-duty material. Especially for large cars, down-sized trucks, vans and sport utilities. This heavy-duty rubber material stays flexible even in the extreme temperatures.
Powerflow Series C Splash Guards are aesthetically designed to complement the vehicle’s appearance. These are designed for full-size pickups, vans and sport utilities and have a universal-fit that will accommodate all fender designs.
Powerflow Ultimate Fit Molded Splash Guards are the best design to give your Truck or SUV the protection it needs. These splash guards have a factory installed look and wear like iron.

Fall, What a Great Season!

Truck Stuff — Tue, 26 Aug 2008 15:13:11 +0000

Well, we are coming into the fall season again. It is really a beautiful season as well as exciting. That is if you like the Fall Classic or Football. It is really nice when the leaves start changing. What a great time to take a scenic trip or go tailgating. Football tailgating is so much fun. Whether it be college or pro, put your colors on, load up your car and go have some fun. I like to marinate chicken and steak for a few days and bring my grill. It is best to get to the stadium early. This way you can unload and set up just how you want with no congestion. Now you can cook and eat breakfast or lunch. Then go to the game and then grill again after while you watch everyone fighting to get out of the parking lot heading home. I usually grill our dinner, take my time cleaning up and drive home traffic and stress free. It is really nice when it becomes a little cooler and you can ride around with your windows open. But what if it rains? That is not a problem because you can always buy a set of auto vent shades. Window visors come in smoke or chrome and fit in the window channel or stick on the outside of the window. Window rain guards keep the rain out while letting fresh air in. They even help prevent window fogging. So, maybe you can save a little gas by not having to turn on the defroster. There are several manufacturers out there. Auto Venshade, EGR and Wade just to list a few. Rain guards have been out for years and never seem to fade or grow old. They are a great idea and are a must for most trucks, cars, vans or SUVs.

Best Truck Bed Protection Available

Truck Stuff — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 15:41:50 +0000

STK Line-A-Bed Drop-In Bed Liner is one of the best investments you could make for your Truck. Line-A-Bed Bedliner is loaded with features and delivers superior truck bed protection at an affordable price. Each STK Over-Rail and Under-Rail Bedliner is custom-designed for a factory perfect fit in domestic and import pickups. These Bedliners are molded of durable, high density polyethylene (thermoformed) with skid resistant technology, to last as long as your truck. The high-ribbed floor pattern is designed to promote drainage and create additional cushioning against denting – a feature that you don’t get with other types of bed protection. “SR” skid resistant technology helps keep loads secure and doesn’t wear off.

Every STK Line-A-Bed Features:

Lifetime Warranty
True Customized Fit on Every Model
Molded-In Supports for Two-Tier Stacking Help Keep Loads Secure
No Hardware Required for Under-the-Rail Bedliners (Liner Snaps into Place Under the Truck Rails)
No Assembly Required for Over-the-Rail Bedliners (Just Press Six SnapFast Clips into Pre-Slotted Holes)
Rich Black Finish
“SR” Skid Resistant Surface Helps Keep Loads Secure

Outlined below are some things to consider when comparing an STK drop-in bedliner to a spray-on bedliner.

- Protection from a Drop-In Bedliner
* Shock absorbing ribs (protection against dents, scrapes)
* Chemical resistant
* Thicker sidewalls
* Consistent thickness and hardness of liner material
* Protects paint finish, prevents rust
- vs. a Spray-In Bedliner
* Prone to damage from dents
* Scrapes/abrasions can expose bare sheet metal
* Thickness dependent on application technique & skill of installer
* Truck bed must be damaged by sanding paint finish (if not done properly, rust will form)

- Skid Resistance and Cargo Control from a Drop-In Bedliner
* STK’s co-extruded skid resistant material is virtually wear proof
* Molded-in supports for 2-tier stacking and lock-in loading
- vs. Spray-In Bedliner
* Skid resistance may wear off from use
* UV inhibitor reduces skid resistance
* May prohibit use of original equipment features like 2-tier stacking

- Your Investment of a Drop-In Bedliner
* Considerably less expensive than spray-ons
* Better resale value/protects investment
* STK Nationwide Lifetime Limited Warranty
- vs. a Spray-In Bedliner
* High cost (2-5 times more costly than drop-in bedliners)
* Costly UV inhibitor must be purchased and applied annually
* May reduce resale value
* Installation may void paint warranty
* May cause “excess wear” charges on leases

- The Durability of Drop-In Bedliner
* Tough, high density polyethylene
* Rich black finish is resistant to UV fading with no yearly maintenance
* Scratches in drop-in bedliner do not contribute to rust (protects factory finish)
- vs. a Spray-In Bedliner
* Durability is dependent on the skill of the applicator
* Fading may occur without annual application of UV inhibitor
* Susceptible to dents and scratches which contribute to rust

- Ease of Use for a Drop-In Bedliner
* Quick installation
* Easily removed
* No drilling or paint removal
* Just plain easy!
- vs. a Spray-In Bedliner
* Difficult and time-consuming to install
* Permanent (cannot be removed)
* Must be installed by trained professional in a controlled environment

Link to a Drop-In vs. Spray-In Bedliner Press Release

Link to Spray-In Safety Tips

Contractors, Bed Covers and Storage

Truck Stuff — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 16:56:43 +0000

Every contractor needs a truck but could do without the fuel economy woes. Two things that can really help increase your truck’s gas mileage are Tonneau Covers and Tailgate Nets. Tonneau Covers are great because not only do they help save on fuel, they also keep your bed covered, thus keeping your tools, and etc. out of sight. But if you need an open bed and still want to save money on gas; then why not try a Tailgate Net. They are cheap easy to install.

Now that we have that covered; what about storage… You know how expensive your tools are and also how nice it is to be able to find that certain tool, as soon as you need it. A Truck Tool Box does this and more. Truck Tool Boxes help in many ways: 1) Keep your tools secure, 2) Keep your tools dry and out of the weather, 3) Keep your tools organized, 4) Keep you tools from sliding and bouncing around in your truck bed and 5) Keep your tools out of site from those wondering eyes.

Now you have to make a decision about which brand and type of toolbox you’ll need. There are several brands to choose from. Some quality brand names are Owens, Delta, Jobox, Challenger, Phoenix and Deflecta-Shield.

Once you decide which brand, you’ll have to figure out what type of toolbox or toolboxes you will need. You have many types and configurations to choose from. First you have your basic Single-Lid Crossover, then you have a few different styles of Dual-Lid Crossovers. You can compliment these with Topsides or Sidemounts which will give you, what some people call a “Saddle Bag” look. A nice big Chest could go where the crossovers do, which would give you a large amount of storage. Now of course, each of these tool boxes come in deep, narrow, low profile and etc. characteristics (making it more difficult for you to decide what exact toolbox is right for you). If you drive a Tow Truck or similar, then you need an underbed tool box. These are great for storing chains, gloves, tools and everything else you’ll need for the job. How about if you work on a farm or do a lot of ATVing. ATV Storage Boxes are perfect for hauling all of your valuable gear around. Or, what if you pull a trailer; then a Trailer Utility Box is what you need. All of these boxes are made in different sizes so that there is sure to be one to fit your needs well.

Okay, now that hopefully you’ve narrowed down why you need a tool box and the different types available, you have to decide what finish would be best for your application and look that you desire. The four finishes are Steel, Aluminum, Plastic and Stainless Steel. They all look great but if you have a truck with a lot of chrome on it then you’d probably want a Diamond Plate Aluminum or Stainless Steel Box. Steel is available in Black or White. Diamond Plate Aluminum is available in Black or Diamond Brite. Stainless Steel is that mirror like finish and Plastic boxes are available in black.

This gives you a quick rundown of the different types of Tool Boxes available. The only type of box left out is Job Site Boxes, sometimes called Security Cabinets. Most are constructed of heavy-duty steel and come available in brown or yellow.

Dog Days of Summer - What Now?

Truck Stuff — Tue, 05 Aug 2008 12:20:31 +0000

Now that we are into the Dog Days of Summer, it is time to start thinking about what follows. If your kid(s) are going to college then you need to plan out how you are going to get all of their stuff back to school. This is when a hitch basket comes in handy. If you have a roof rack, then a roof basket is ideal because it can hold all of your stuff. If you need to keep everything dry and secure then a roof top box would probably be better. Valley Industries makes quality towing and cargo products and carry everything listed above.

But what if you have younger children…. You know you will be driving them back and forth to the soccer and/or football fields. A cargo net will probably come in handy as well as floor guards. Remember how the mud just accumulates on your vehicle’s carpet. Floor mats and guards keep your carpet like new, plus, you can just pull out the guards and hose them down. Nifty Catch All Xtreme mats really do the trick.

Before you know it, it will be fall and it usually tends to be rainy and foggy. This is when fog or driving lights come in to play. Hella makes some really great lights which will increase your comfort level when driving the kids around. Rain Guards, of course, are a no brainer. They are useful for any season; always keeping the rain and weather out while letting the fresh air in.

Chrome Bug Shields

Truck Stuff — Fri, 01 Aug 2008 18:17:38 +0000

Bug Deflectors give your Truck or SUV added protection from bugs, rocks and miscellaneous debris. Bugshields also give your vehicle a custom appearance at minimal expense.
Bugshields are also known as Hood Shields, Hood Guards, Bug Deflectors or Bug Guards. They are available in plastic, chrome plated acrylic or stainless steel. You can buy them in smoke, clear (great for color matching your truck or suv), chrome or some even come with a design on them. Such designs are The American Flag, Your Favorite Sports Team, Wildlife, Armed Forces and More.
Most Bugshields are custom molded to fit your vehicle aerodynamically. This allows air to flow up and over your windshield, at the same time, keeping bugs and debris off of your hood and windshield.
Bug Guards are easy to install and most require no drilling. They are easy to clean and designed to give you years of pleasure and protection.
Chrome Bug Shields are becoming more and more popular because they accentuate all of the other popular Chrome Accessories. Such as chrome door handles, chrome tailgate handles, chrome gas tank covers, pillar posts and more.

Dramatically Change The Look of Your Car or Truck the Easy Way?

Truck Stuff — Mon, 28 Jul 2008 19:15:59 +0000

Wheels are the one add-on that can dramatically change the look/presence of your car, truck or sport-utility-vehicle. Wheels come in all different sizes, looks and material. The main drawback is that they are very expensive. On the other hand; Wheel Skins (sometimes called hub caps) are designed to fit over your factory wheels and cost much less than custom wheels. Wheel Skins by CCI have all of the following feathers:
• Fits Like-a-Glove over the Vehicle’s Styled Steel or Alloy Wheel
• Transforms Styled Steel or Silver Alloy into Impressive and Expensive
Factory-Looking Chrome Wheels
• Constructed of Triple Chrome-Plated High Impact ABS
• “No Hassle” Installation Means No Wheel Weight Worries
• Inside Clip Retention – They Literally “Snap-To-Install”
• Easy to Maintain

Change the every day looking vehicle into a Custom Looking Hot Rod!

Custom Fit Chrome Door Handles

Truck Stuff — Mon, 14 Jul 2008 15:59:01 +0000

Chrome Door Handles are a great add-on for your vehicle. Whether you have a truck, car, van or sport utility vehicle; there are Chrome Door Handles that are made to custom fit your vehicle.

CCI manufacturers Chrome Door Handles that provide the following features: Constructed of Durable ABS for Years of Life, Triple Chrome-Plated, Custom-Fit to Match Contours of Each Specific Vehicle, No-Hassle Installation Using Pre-Applied Two-Sided Tape and No Cutting, Drilling or Removal of Factory Handles Required.

CCI Chrome Door Handle Covers radically enhance the look of your vehicle in minutes. This is a very easy and affordable way to improve the look of your vehicle.

Chrome Door Handles will compliment many Chrome or Stainless Steel Accessories, such as – Fender Trim, Bug Shields, Ventvisors, Gas Door Covers, Headlight & Taillight Trim, Rear Door Molding, Pillar Posts and Rocker Panel Molding. If you want a perfect match for your Door Handles; there is even a Chrome Door Handle with a Primed Bezel available by MVS.

Need a place to keep your Tools or Sport Equipment dry and secure?

Truck Stuff — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 18:11:48 +0000

Check out all of the Truck Storage Boxes that BuyAutoTruckAccessories carries. We have in-stock: Plastic, Steel (in white and black), Diamond Plate Aluminum (in brite and black) and Stainless Steel. Brand names like: Owens, Delta, Jobox, Delta Pro, Deflecta Shields and Challenger. Styles like: Single Lid Crossovers, Dual Lid Crossovers, Chests, Underbodies, Topsides, Innersides and Drawer Storage Boxes. Truck Tool Boxes – A great place to keep your stuff dry, safe and secure.