Renegade III: OPTIMA Batteries

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For the third consecutive year, The AAM Group™ and Total Truck Centers™ are sending a custom build to SEMA. This year is the Renegade III: a 1974 Jeep CJ-5 that we’ve taken to the ground and reconstructed with all of the enhancements we would love to have seen back in in the seventies.

The build was conceived, designed, and managed by AAM Program Sales Manager Greg Griffith, with help from Atomic City 4×4 in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, and Man Cave Designs. It was made possible thanks to the support of our many valued Total Truck Centers™ vendor partners.

In this video, we take a look at the following products from OPTIMA Batteries:

Parts used in this video:

YELLOWTOP® Battery (8014-045)

 

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Come Inside Our Garage!

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The In the Garage™ YouTube channel is designed to help you and your employees become aftermarket accessory experts—and to send informed consumers right to your door! Our videos detail the installation of some of today’s hottest products, including key features and benefits, and capture conversations with manufacturing giants in our industry. Every video also includes a link to our Dealer Locator, so viewers can find their closest Total Truck Centers™ location: YOU!

Features

  • Provides an enthusiast’s perspective on product installations.
  • Connects viewers to their local aftermarket expert.
  • Encourages questions, purchases, and installations.
  • Communicates key product features, benefits, and installation techniques.

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Rugged Ridge Elite Tail Light Guards 1126.04

Rugged Ridge (1126.04): Elite Tail Light Guards for Wrangler

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The patented Elite Series tail light guards from Rugged Ridge perfectly complement your 2007–2017 Jeep Wrangler JK/JKU, delivering a stunning blend of black satin textured powdercoat over brush-finished cast aluminum. In addition to their unparalleled good looks, these Elite tail light guards bolt on easily with the included socket-head hardware. The 11226.04 features a cast logo for a polished appearance, while the innovative two-piece design protects your tail lights like no other product.

Features

  • For 2007–2017 Jeep Wrangler JK and JKU
  • Two-piece cast-aluminum construction.
  • Black satin textured powdercoat.
  • Bold-on installation (socket-head hardware included).
  • Warranty: 5-year limited.

Rugged Ridge Elite Tail Light Guards 1126.04

 

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Rugged Off Road (9-104): 2” Leveling Kit for ’15-’18 Colorado/Canyon

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Eliminating the 1.5” factory rake found on 2015–2018 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon, this 9-104 leveling kit from Rugged Off Road provides 2” of front leveling lift and goes on with no cutting or modifications to the suspension. Its strut hat replacement spacer creates a level stance without compromising the factory geometry or limiting suspension. Even better, it aligns perfectly after installation and allows for increased tire sizes without rubbing. Fabricated from CNC-machined, military-grade 6061-T6 billet aluminum. New hardware included.

Features

  • For 2015–2018 Chevrolet Colorado and GMC Canyon.
  • Provides 2” of front leveling (eliminates 1.5” factory rake).
  • Installs with no cutting or modifications.
  • Maintains factory geometry and won’t limit suspension.
  • CNC-machined 6061-T6 aircraft-grade billet aluminum.
  • Max tire: 275/70-17.
  • Max wheel: 8” with 5.5” backspacing.
  • 30-day return policy on uninstalled products.
  • Warranty: 5 years/60,000-mile powertrain.

Rugged Off Road 2 Inch Leveling Kit for Colorado_Canyon

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Bestop: Roughrider Tailgate Shelf for Wrangler JK and JKU

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The easy-to-install, easy-to-use Roughrider Tailgate Shelf for two- and four-door 2007–2017 Jeep Wrangler is great for the trail, driving around town, and event tailgating at your favorite event. Bestop designed the Roughrider to temporarily hold your coffee, tools or gear, laptop, and even groceries with the pop-out mesh crate. It goes on in minutes with no drilling required. Once installed on the tailgate, simply push the release button: the shelf pops down and the net pops up into place. When you’re done, the Roughrider folds back up out of the way, and the netting removes if you want shelf use only.

Features

  • Patent-pending design fits 2007–2017 Wrangler JK and JKU.
  • Press-and-release latch for easy opening with one free hand.
  • Polyester mesh removes to create a traditional shelf or work space.
  • Tough polymer housing can hold up to 35 lb.
  • No-drill installation with all mounting hardware included.
  • Dimensions: 25” x 14” x 4.5” (closed); 276 sq.-in. of table area; 1.7 cu.-ft. of volume inside the net; shelf extends out about 12”.

Bestop Roughrider Tailgate Shelf for Jeep Wrangler

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LUVERNE Truck Equipment: Grip Step 7” Running Boards

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With their expanded metal tread, the Grip Step 7” running boards from LUVERNE Truck Equipment provide superior traction and reliable footing when the job’s got to get done. These steps are constructed from strong, corrosion-resistant, powder-coated aluminum alloy (5052-H32), and go on quickly and easily via high-strength, vehicle-specific brackets. Contoured black plastic end caps are the finishing touch, helping to protect your Grip Step boards from damage. Proudly made in America for a variety of work truck, SUV, and van applications. Rear steps also available!

Features

  • High-traction, 7” step area with expanded metal tread.
  • Strong and rust-free powder-coated aluminum alloy material.
  • Install using vehicle-specific mounting brackets.
  • Contoured black plastic end caps.
  • Made in the USA.

LUVERNE Grip Step 7 Inch Running Boards

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Renegade III: MSD Performance

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For the third consecutive year, The AAM Group™ and Total Truck Centers™ are sending a custom build to SEMA. This year is the Renegade III: a 1974 Jeep CJ-5 that we’ve taken to the ground and reconstructed with all of the enhancements we would love to have seen back in in the seventies.

The build was conceived, designed, and managed by AAM Program Sales Manager Greg Griffith, with help from Atomic City 4×4 in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, and Man Cave Designs. It was made possible thanks to the support of our many valued Total Truck Centers™ vendor partners.

In this video, we take a look at the following products from MSD Performance:

Parts used in this video:

Digital 6A Ignition Control (6201)

AMC Jeep 232-258 4.0L Distributor (8516)

Blaster 2 Coil (8202)

 

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In the Garage™ with Total Truck Centers™: WESTiN Automotive Brute 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 install the Brute Crossover Toolbox from WESTiN Automotive on a 2015 Ford F-150.

Parts used and referenced in this video:

Brute Full Lid Full Size Tool Box (80-RB127FL)

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LUVERNE Truck Equipment: Get a $100 Prepaid Card on Journeyman HD Bumper Purchases

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Via mail-in form. Offer valid December 1, 2017, to January 31, 2018. Click image for printable form and complete details!

 

LUVERNE 100 Dollar Card on Journeyman HD Bumpers

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TITAN Fuel Tanks (5040015): TITAN Sidekick 15-Gallon Portable Liquid Tank

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Providing 15 gallons of handy storage of flammable, combustible, or nonflammable liquids—including diesel, kerosene, and gasoline—the TITAN Sidekick from TITAN Fuel Tanks is constructed of military-grade, cross-linked polyethylene and can be mounted easily on any corner of your truck bed (over your fenders, out of the way). The 5040015 Sidekick fits full-size, mid-size, and some compact pickups; meets Title 49 US Registry; and is backed by a lifetime warranty.

Features

  • Carries gasoline, diesel, kerosene, and many other flammable, combustible, or nonflammable fluids—including diesel exhaust fluid (DEF).
  • 15-gallon capacity.
  • Fits full-size, mid-size, and some compact trucks.
  • Mounts out of the way over your fender on any corner of the bed.
  • Constructed of military grade, cross-linked polyethylene.
  • Powder-coated galvanized steel mounting brackets resist corrosion and look great.
  • Grounding kit included for safety.
  • Made in the USA.
  • Warranty: lifetime.

TITAN Sidekick 15 Gallon Portable Liquid Tank

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