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In the Garage™ with Total Truck Centers™: UWS Chest Drawer Slide Toolbox

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Come inside the Total Truck Centers™ garage as we take you through the installation of some of today’s hottest truck accessories In this episode, we welcome Brian Farley from UWS and take a look at their Chest Drawer Slide Toolbox.

Parts used in this video:

Chest Drawer Slide Toolbox (TBC-38-DS)

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Rugged Ridge (11238.40): Elite Billet-Style Aluminum Fire Extinguisher Holder for Jeep

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With its brilliant cast aluminum construction and one-hand spring-loaded release mechanism, the Elite billet-style aluminum fire extinguisher holder from Rugged Ridge brings both form and function to your 1976–2018 Jeep Wrangler or CJ.

Rugged Ridge’s patent-pending 11238.40 is designed to provide a secure extinguisher mount on any flat surface (e.g., roll bar tube) and is compatible with standard 2.5 lb. round extinguishers (not included). It’s finished in a premium textured matte black powdercoat for lasting good looks and weather resistance.

Features

  • For 1976–2018 Jeep Wranglers and CJs.
  • Billet-style cast aluminum with textured black powdercoat.
  • Spring-loaded release allows one-hand operation.
  • Compatible with most 2.5 lb. round extinguishers (not included).
  • Mounts to any flat with included hardware.
  • Installation time: < 1 hour.
  • Warranty: 5-year limited.

Rugged Ridge Elite Billet Style Fire Extinguisher Holder for Jeep Wrangler 11238.40

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CURT (51170): Spectrum Brake Control

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If you’ve ever wished you could control all your trailer brake settings with an easy-to-use button from inside your cab, your wait is over. With its LED-illuminated rotary knob interface and separate main module with accelerometer, the Spectrum trailer brake controller from CURT gives you powerful, precise braking operation in a simple and subtle OE-inspired design. You can mount the Spectrum’s main module behind the dash of your vehicle—completely out of sight—while the compact, unobtrusive interface can be fully integrated into your dash with just a single hole.

The single rotary knob features a push-button that allows you to adjust brake power output, while its 10 tri-color LEDs (red, blue & green) show real-time power output. The design eliminates the need for a separate display or additional controls, keeping the dash of your vehicle clean, professional, and uncluttered.

CURT equipped the powerful main module with a triple-axis motion-sensing accelerometer that can detect the inertia of the vehicle and trailer on all axes of three-dimensional space. Whatever the speed or grade, the Spectrum produces the exact amount of power needed for a smooth, safe stop every time.

The 51170 can operate up to eight trailer brakes at a time, on vehicles with ABS brakes and cruise control, and it works with low-voltage and PWM systems. It installs in 10 minutes or less via the quick, vehicle-specific plug harness. CURT included automatic leveling and calibration features to further simplify the setup process.

Features

  • Controls all brake settings with a simple push-button rotary knob.
  • Clean, dash-mounted, OEM-style user interface with 10 tri-color LEDs.
  • Main module can be mounted anywhere, at any orientation, out of sight.
  • Highly responsive, smooth stops with triple-axis, motion-sensing accelerometer.
  • Easily accessible manual override with the press of a button.
  • Plug-and-play installation.
  • Compatible with low voltage or pulse width modulation (PWM) systems.
  • Operates two–eight trailer brakes at a time (1–4 axles).
  • User-selectable power output and trailer brake light activation.
  • Automatic leveling and calibration eliminate setup requirements.
  • Built-in reverse-polarity and short-circuit protection.
  • Tow vehicle “low voltage” and trailer disconnect indicators.
  • Compatible with ABS and cruise control.
  • Two installation options: drill mount or surface adhesive mount.
  • Warranty: limited lifetime.

CURT Spectrum Brake Control 51170

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ReadyLIFT (46-2727): 2.5” Coil Spring Leveling Kit for ’17-’18 Ford Super Duty 4WD

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The 2.5” coil spring leveling kit for 2017–2018 Ford Super Duty (F-250/F-350) from ReadyLIFT just got better: now with a set of Bilstein 5100 series front shocks and front track bar relocation bracket (rear shocks also available)! With this kit, your Ford work truck is guaranteed to handle and ride better than ever before on or off the pavement. Allows for up to 35” tires for a more commanding view of the road. Includes model-specific brake line extension brackets.

Note: Final lift height may vary from 1.5 to 2.5”.

Features

  • 5” of coil spring leveling lift.
  • Includes OEM-style cast iron relocation bracket.
  • Includes 1500 series Bilstein front shocks.
  • Includes sway bar drop brackets, bump stop extensions, and brake line brackets.
  • Made in the USA.

ReadyLIFT 2.5 Inch Coil Spring Leveling Kit for Ford Super Duty 46-2727

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WESTiN Automotive: Thrasher Running Boards

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Designed with indented louvers to maximize step area traction, Thrasher runner boards from WESTiN Automotive offer an aggressive pre-runner style, a corrosion-resistant textured black powdercoat, and injection-molded bracket covers for a clean, polished look. One-piece stamped steel construction.

Features

  • Aggressive, chiseled profile.
  • One-piece stamped steel construction.
  • Textured black powdercoat.
  • Traction-friendly indented louvers.
  • Injection-molded bracket covers.
  • Mount kit included.
  • Warranty: 3 years.

WESTiN Automotive Thrasher Running Boards

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Bestop: Get up to $100 Back on Sunrider for Hardtop

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Via mail-in form. Offer valid March 27 to April 30 on Black Diamond ($50) and Twill ($100) Sunrider for Hardtop purchases.

Click here for the printable $50 Black Diamond rebate form and complete details!

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Bushwacker (10930-19): Aluminum Tube Fender Flares for 2018 Jeep Wrangler

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Give your 2018 Jeep Wrangler JK/JKU reinforced protection and upgraded style with aluminum tube fender flares from Bushwacker. These tough-as-steel yet lightweight flares feature 1.5” tubing rugged enough to stand up to all of the off-roading, trail-crawling abuse you can throw at them. Plus, they increase clearance for larger tires and more dynamic articulation.

The 10930-19 set comes with four flares finished with a black, lightly textured powdercoat (paintable to match). Mounting hardware and backplates included; some vehicle cutting and drilling required for installation.

Features

  • For 2018 Jeep Wrangler and Wrangler Unlimited.
  • Front flare tire coverage: 8.25”.
  • Front flare height: 1.5”.
  • Rear flare tire coverage: 5.5”.
  • Rear flare height: 1.5”.
  • Premium black powder-coated 1.5” aluminum tubing (paintable to match).
  • Mounting hardware and backplates included.
  • Warranty: 3 years limited.

Bushwacker Aluminum Tube Fender Flares

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Rampage Products (5240611): Trailram Modular Bumpers for ’07-’18 Jeep Wrangler

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Perfect for high-travel suspensions and tight approach angles, Trailram modular bumpers from Rampage Products let you customize the look and functionality of your Jeep for any adventure. Go with the 99509 front bumper with 3” welded ends and integrated 20” LED light bar and D-rings, then add optional fender-protecting side extensions (9950910), center bull bar (9950909), or 15K winch plate (9950915) to suit your needs.

The Rampage 99610 rear bumper completes the Trailram look. Both products use factory mounting points, are backed by a five-year limited warranty, and are made in the USA from 3/16” steel and finished with a textured black powdercoat.

Features

  • For 2007–2018 Jeep Wrangler.
  • Integrated 20” LED light bar.
  • Made in the USA from 3/16” steel.
  • Center front stubby with 3” steel cap welded ends.
  • Install using factory mounting points.
  • Protected by a textured black powder-coated finish.
  • Warranty: 5 years.

Rampage Products Trailram Modular Bumper 99509

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WESTiN Automotive: HDX Drop Wheel-to-Wheel Nerf Bars

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HDX drop wheel-to-wheel nerf bars from WESTiN Automotive offer superior traction thanks to over 2” more of toe/heel step area than the competition, while their longer length offers superior access for drivers and passengers alike. These one-piece steel bars are finished off with a notched bar design, textured black powdercoat, and third step location for enhanced bed access.

Includes a mount kit for specific applications. Steps require no installation: just bolt on and go!

Features

  • Wheel-to-wheel length step bars.
  • One-piece steel construction with black powder-coated finish.
  • Fits tight to rocker panel for a solid, rugged look.
  • Third step allows easy bed access (customized for each application).
  • More than 2” additional toe/heel step area than competing products.
  • Installation: bolt on, no drilling.
  • Warranty: 3 years.

WESTiN Automotive HDX Drop Wheel to Wheel Nerf Bars

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Putco: Metal 360° LED Bulbs Now with New Plug-and-Play Resistor System

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Metal 360° LED aftermarket bulbs from Putco, which emit light in a full 360-degree pattern and feature 15 LED chips per bulb, are now available with a plug-and-play resistor system that reduces installation time to 10 minutes or less—with no splicing or cutting required.

Beyond the new resistor system, Putco’s Metal 360 bulbs have all the same great features, including complete CAN bus compatibility (no warning lights), a copper base for heat control and powerful output, dual polarity, no radio frequency interference, and a one-year warranty.

Features

  • Unrivaled plug-and-play performance.
  • 360-degree light emission.
  • 15 LED chips per bulb.
  • Dual polarity for easy installation.
  • No radio frequency interference.
  • Error-free performance with CAN bus (won’t trigger warning lights).
  • Copper core for better light output and heat control.
  • Warranty: 1 year.

Putco Metal 360 LED Bulbs with Plug and Play

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