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2010 Holiday Gift GuideHot New Products From the January, 2011 issue of Mini Truckin' By John Mata Jr
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It's that time already-the season to spoil your loved ones or yourself depending on who deserves it more. We've compiled a holiday buyer's guide for those of you in need of a few last-minute gift ideas. Let the shopping commence. Happy holidays!  Bass In A box
PowerBass...  Bass In A box
PowerBass USA is offering an all-in-one bass package deal that includes a 12-inch, thin-profile subwoofer and specially constructed enclosure that measures 5.5 inches at its deepest point. The box is rated to handle 300 rms (600 peak) and is the perfect size to wire up and blast without having to sacrifice a whole lot of cab space.
For more information, visit powerbassusa.com.  Threads With Attitude
Service...  Threads With Attitude
Service Clothing offers a cool selection of T-shirts, sweatshirts, long sleeves, work shirts, and outerwear for the cool guy on your list. With lots of styles to choose from, you'll be sure to find one that goes with the right attitude.
For more information visit lip-service.com, and look for the "Service" tab.  Tie One On
Michigan Metal...  Tie One On
Michigan Metal Works has fabbed up a nice notchless tie-rod kit for S-series models that will enable your truck to lay out without having to cut into the stock frame. The kit features OEM-style links that are fully greasable and serviceable and that can directly replace stock parts.
For more information, visit michiganmetalworks.com.  Bright Idea
Looking for...  Bright Idea
Looking for a quick change in nighttime vision? Check out Luminics USA's selection of headlight and fog bulbs in a variety of five colors-ultra white, pure blue, titanium white, JDM yellow, and ultra violet. No matter the size of the bulb you need, Luminics is sure to have it.
For more information, visit luminicsusa.com.  New Illumination
Sylvania's...  New Illumination
Sylvania's automotive lighting team has introduced a new headlight-restoration kit that will clear hazy headlight housings and protect them with its unique UV-blocking clearcoat, which will provide lasting results after applied. Everything required to dramatically clean up the housings is included in the kit, including a surface activator, clarifying compound, and sand paper. The kit provides 70-percent glare reduction and three times more light on the road.
For more information, visit sylvania.com.  Bad Brackets
Cool Cars Inc....  Bad Brackets
Cool Cars Inc. can custom-fabricate most 'bag brackets for any application. Aside from their one-off air-ride components, they also offer complete kits including 'bags, tanks, valves, compressors, and more.
For more information, visit psychopneumatics.com.  Represent
Do you like to...  Represent
Do you like to drag? Want to rep your area code and let everyone know where you scrape the streets? Grab one of these custom print-to-order tees that not only proudly displays your way of life, but your hometown as well. Check out a wide selection of other clothing items, stickers, and other cool minitrucker goods.
For more information, visit itsgood2betheking.com.  A Polished Pack
Meguiar's...  A Polished Pack
Meguiar's Complete Care Gift Kit includes everything you'll need to keep your truck looking its best at all times. Included in the kit is Meguiar's Gold Class Car Wash, Ultimate Quik Wax, Hot Shine Tire Foam, Quik Glass Cleaner, Supreme Shine wipes, and a Supreme Shine microfiber towel. Can you think of anything else you'd need to make your ride sparkle? This is a perfect kit for anyone who takes pride in a clean ride.
For more information, visit meguiars.com.  Feel The Thunder
MTX Audio's...  Feel The Thunder
MTX Audio's high-end Thunder Axe lineup of audio components will impress even the most demanding audiophile. Five adjustable tweeter levels provide the best linear response possible regardless of positioning or placement, and the three-position woofer allows the listener to pull the dynamic sound up front and center. Combine all of this with the Thunder Axe components' shallow-mount design, and you have yourself an extremely lethal weapon in your audio arsenal.
For more information, visit mtx.com.  Danger-Free Dialing
Scosche...  Danger-Free Dialing
Scosche has developed the motorMouth II, a helpful hands-free device that plugs directly into an MP3/AUX input and allows your phone conversation to be broadcast through your truck's speakers. The unit also boasts an auto-pairing feature that minimizes the initial setup process, and one-touch voice dialing works with most Bluetooth-enabled cell phones. Included in the package is an audio splitter, AUX relocation cable, and a USB charging cable and car charger.
For more information, visit scosche.com.  DIY Liner Kit
Al's Liner...  DIY Liner Kit
Al's Liner multipurpose liner coating is the first three-part polyurethane/acrylic protective coating that offers DIY guys a professional-grade finish that can be applied at home. Al's Liner kit is UV-stable and does not require the user to mix acetone or xylene to thin the material enough to spray. The coating can be tinted, which adds the possibility of a custom touch on top of its long-lasting protection.
For more information, visit godfathercustoms.com.  One Size Fits All
Craftsman's...  One Size Fits All
Craftsman's seven-piece universal ratcheting wrench set features a universal tooth design on the ratcheting box end that works on six types of nuts and bolts, including 6-point, 12-point, partially rounded, external Torx, square, and spline. The ratcheting box end is great for loosening and tightening nuts and bolts in hard-to-reach places, where picking up the wrench to turn the fastener just isn't an option. The grips provide strength and comfort, and the matte finish provides a non-slip grip for great control. Wrenches are available in metric and SAE sets.
For more information, visit craftsman.com.  High-Def Shine
Autoglym,...  High-Def Shine
Autoglym, makers of fine auto-care products, is now offering its high-definition wax that provides a luster and depth of shine that is usually found on the highest-quality paintjobs. Autoglym's product contains a carefully balanced blend of polymers and carnauba waxes that not only shines but protects against contaminants, such as salt and acid rain.
For more information, visit autoglym.com.  Amped
JL Audio has introduced...  Amped
JL Audio has introduced its benchmark in mobile amplification with the new line of XD amps. The five models in the XD lineup feature JL's hyper-efficient NexD technology that unleashes audiophile-grade performance in a shockingly compact package. These new amps reach total efficiencies about 80 percent and provide an unregulated power supply, which helps reach an impressive balance of fidelity and power that puts far less strain on the vehicle's electrical system over conventional "big" amplifiers.
For more information, visit jlaudio.com.  Hidden Tunes
Sony's new...  Hidden Tunes
Sony's new Tune Tray head unit line features a sleek, front faceplate that flips down to reveal a hidden compartment, complete with an iPod adapter for quick connection. Sony's flagship Tune Tray model, the DSX-S300BT, also boasts built-in Bluetooth capability for easy hands-free calling and wireless music streaming. Those looking for a convenient, high-quality audio experience will certainly be impressed with Sony's latest deck offerings.  Slammin' And Baggin'
Slam...  Slammin' And Baggin'
Slam Specialties' SS Series 'bags incorporate custom CNC T-6061 billet aluminum inserts, 1/2-inch ports, composite end plates, and updated rubber profiles and pressure ratings, while reducing overall weight up to 40 percent more than its RE series. The SS Series 'bags even boast an additional inch of stroke over the RE series while preserving the non-ballooning design that Slam is known for. SS Series 'bag sizes range from 5 to 8 inches and feature a 250-psi rating for great quality, comfort, and performance.
For more information, visit slamspecialties.com.  Safety First
H3R Performance...  Safety First
H3R Performance offers a great selection of fire extinguishers and just expanded its HalGuard and MaxOut lineups to include a jet-black finish. The HalGuard line is a "clean agent" extinguisher that does not leave behind a messy residue, whereas the MaxOut is a dry chemical model that has a proven track record of putting out just about any type of fire that can happen on the road.
For more information, visit h3rperformance.com.  Crazy Coilovers
RideTech's...  Crazy Coilovers
RideTech's new coilovers feature a monotube gas-pressure design and uses a 43-percent-larger piston area than traditional twin-tube models for maximum fluid management. Half-inch Kevlar-lined spherical bearing mounts eliminate shock noise and deflection that is normally found with rubber/poly bushing ends. RideTech's new coilovers are also available in either a fixed-valve or rebound single-adjustable version in all popular lengths and rates.
For more information, visit ridetech.com.
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