Interior
Summer is upon us and that means thoughts of cruisin down the highway and hanging out with friends. But you want a good-looking truck while doing this, right? Right here we've got the best interior dress-up accessories that money can buy - from new floor mats or carpet, to dashboard and steering wheel covers. We've got it all!
You may think your factory seats are holding up just fine. What you may not realize is how much abuse your seats are getting from wear and tear, sun damage, pets, or dirt and spills. All these problems have a simple solution, seat covers. So, why should you get a set of seat covers? There are many reasons. You can protect your factory seats, get a custom look for your interior, or cover up existing damage to your seats. They are also a great way to keep your interior looking new and clean.
What part of your vehicle are you most in contact with but probably the last thing you’re likely to customize? If you said your steering wheel, you would be correct. Steering wheels can take a real beating sometimes and we usually do nothing about it. Pretty soon, your steering wheel starts to look like it went toe-to-toe with Iron Mike (Fig.1). Well, we here at Stylin' Trucks have a solution for you: Wheelskins.
Exterior
Purchasing a custom hood for your truck is probably one of the easiest decisions you can make. Exactly which hood to buy is another story.
Our friends from Bed Rug show how to cover your bed.
Our friends from Sir Michael's give us a hand.
Lighting
The decision to accessorize your truck or SUV with the hot look of LED truck accessories is certainly an easy one. For one, they last up to a million times longer than the same size incandescent bulb, and for another...I just made that up. Truth is, nobody knows exactly how much longer LEDs last than regular bulbs, but there are still LEDs in computers from the 70s that are happily blinking away with no ill effects.
Your truck already has brake lights, but does it have the high-performance, long-lasting technology known as LEDs? Probably not. LEDs light up so fast, many consider them to be "instant-on" technology, alerting others to your stopping intentions long before your regular bulbs even warm up.
But which LED light bar is a truck owner to go with? We know that it can be daunting to choose one of a few similar products. That's why the crew at Stylin' Trucks has put together this helpful little primer.
Putco's Pure LED 3rd brake light is brand new to the market and only available at Stylin’ Trucks. Using the newest lighting technology, the exclusive i-on chrome coating applied to the interior lens creates greater reflectivity, while LEDs shine through for the brightest, most stunning look. When off, LEDs hide behind Putco's patented Ion Chrome.
Performance
From badass, knobbly off-road shoes for your trail rig to directional rubber bands for your street cruiser, we've got you covered. But do you know enough about tires to make an informed decision? Read on and we'll help you out...
The game plan that we’ve set while swapping out the 2.2L factory motor in our ’97 Chevy S-10 project is as follows: pull off the front clip for easy access; drain all fluids from the block, power steering reservoir and clutch master to avoid a massive mess. Read more...
While a V-8 swap isn’t entirely rare in the second generation S-10s, it’s never been easier to accomplish thanks to Stylin’ Trucks and their new line of GM crate motors as well as transmissions and accessories. Their one-stop shopping experience removes the hassles of hunting down parts by placing everything within a few clicks on your computer.
Towing
Help is on the way for diesel drivers. Hypertech, the worldwide leader in performance tuning for computer-controlled vehicles, has developed the Max Energy Programmer for popular late-model trucks and SUVs with both diesel and gasoline engines.
Towing performance is all about being strong and smart. It doesn't necessarily mean having the most power - because power doesn't equal performance. The most powerful engine and drivetrain combinations have no business on a dedicated towing rig, which needs to be strong, consistent and reliable.
Getting ready to take a trip this summer? Here's what you need to get you on the road in style. Check inside for some of the best products that you'll need when you're on the road.
Suspension
You've added a custom ram-air hood and a billet grille to the front, and maybe a roll pan and fiberglass tonneau to the rear. That covers the looks department, but what about performance? Ok, there is a K&N Air Intake under the hood and a Magnaflow exhaust system underneath. That's cool, but have you upgraded your suspension yet?
Be honest, before you lowered your truck, you never gave the alignment "thing" a second thought. You’re now older and wiser, however, and realize you must seriously consider this important issue before you choose your method of lowering, especially if the vehicle is not just a show truck but serves as your daily driver. Improperly aligning your truck can cause serious handling problems, as well as uneven, premature tire wear.
To assist you with all of your suspension questions, Stylin' Trucks, in partnership with aftermarket truck suspension manufacturer DJM, will be carrying exclusive truck-related suspension articles directly from Calmaxsuspension.com, an informational website that deals with aftermarket truck suspension systems.
Accessories
So you have a beautiful garage. But what condition is the floor in? The floor is the last thing that people think to upgrade in their garage. It is cold, dusty, dirty, and stained. Show of hands: how many people reading this have to lie on scrap carpet or cardboard when working in the garage? Well no more!!
Warm hugs, hot cocoa after playing in the snow and daily reminders to wash behind your ears. Those are the things that make Moms important. As you start to get into your older years, you realize that all the nagging and reminding you over, and over, and over to wash your hands was actually worth it. Pay her back with great truck accessories.
A Bear Brake how-to on bleeding your brake system effectively. Their tips, suggestions and a walk through of the process.
Restoration
Chris Manis may only be 19 years old, but he has a passion for the classics…cars and trucks that is. He is a mere eight weeks away from graduating from Ohio Technical College, with the goal of scoring a job restoring classic cars. He also drives a well-preserved ’92 Chevy full-size extended cab, with an 8-foot bed. Yes, that made him four when this car was new. Brat!
Your old friend has been with you through the blazing hot summers and the treacherous winters. It's hauled lawn mowers and motorcycles, helped you move and transported your kids to school, soccer practice and karate lessons. Unfortunately though, your ride is starting to show its age. At Stylin' Trucks, we're here to bring new life to your reliable workhorse and help it relive its glory days!