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October 2004 Issue

Body Armor Buyer's Guide, part 2

Four Real Steel “Rock Krusher” Rock Rails

Daystar introduces Four Real Steel “Rock Krusher” Rock Rails designed for serious off roaders, that offer strength, protection and style for Jeep TJ, YJ Wrangler and XJ Cherokee. They are made of heavy duty 2”-120 wall tubing which runs under and parallel to the rocker panel to protect your Jeep against extreme impacts, or sliding over a huge rock on the trail. Daystar adds 1-1/2”-120 wall upper tubes to prevent damage to the upper rocker panel and door area. “Rock Krusher” Rock Rails are TIG welded & powder coated for maximum strength and durability. Optional aluminum side inserts are available for more style plus, rock and mud protection. They are bolt on and require no welding, but can be welded in place for the extreme Adventurer. For more tech info contact 623-907-0081or www.daystarweb.com.

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Husky Liners®: SS Series Dually Mudguards For Dodge Ram Dually

Husky Liners’ line of SS Series Dually Mud Guards for the ’04 Dodge Ram Dually Truck include a universal front pair in full size standard size (11 x 17 1/2”); full size standard plus 4” size (11 x 21 1/2”); and a rear dually pair. These flat mudguards have a standard black finish with a polished stainless steel insert. The body is made from .225” gauge polyethylene with a 16-gauge, 304 stainless steel insert that has a #8 mirror polish. Husky manufactures them using the stainless steel in the mudguard itself, eliminating any studs, bolts, or rivets. The Mudguards help protect your truck side from rock chips, mud and tar, while offering tough protection guaranteed not to crack or break. They include all hardware and instructions for easy installation. Made in the U.S., and available in front and rear universal models, and custom fit rear dually models. For more tech info contact 800-344-8759 or www.huskyliners.com.

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Warn Differential Skid Plate

Angled for a tight fit and structural rigidity, the Differential Skid Plate fits both high and standard pinion covers to give full protective coverage. Since it is a closed system, it slides over objects and won’t snag or hang up. Made from 3/16” steel it’s available in stainless steel or black powder coat. For more tech info contact 503-722-1200 or www.warn.com.

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ARB Toyota Landcruiser Bull Bar

ARB produces a bull bar for the Toyota Land Cruiser 100 series that incorporates approach angle and modern design for vehicle protection and good looks. Both a deluxe bar and a deluxe winch bar are available in a durable split pan design that provides optimum structural integrity and improved airflow to vital engine compartments. The winch bar suits most Warn winches, providing an essential recovery tool for going off road. Air bag compatible, the bull bar comes with other features, including Hi-Lift jacking points that allow a Hi-Lift jack to be used directly on the bar without jack mounts. The combination light inserts add to the bar look and come with the option to fit fog lights. For more tech info contact 888-427-2872 or www.arbusa.com.

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Warn Oil Pan Skid Plate For TJ

The unique design virtually eliminates rust-creating welds. The skid plate is a bolt-on design with a frame attachment bracket that allows drive shaft travel. It also means easy conversion from a stock to lifted vehicle. Made from 1/8” and 3/8” steel and black powder coated. Fits Jeeps ’97-03 TJ (4-cylinder) and Jeep ’97-03 TJ (6-cylinder) Excludes Rubicon model. For more tech info contact 503-722-1200 or www.warn.com.

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Warn Steering Box Skid Plate For Wrangler

The full enclosure skid plate has been designed to fit within 1/4” of the steering box for maximum ground clearance over those big rocks. It also means full structural rigidity so when the rock hits come, there’s minimal deflection. It also has drain holes to clear debris without sacrificing structural support. Made from 3/16” steel and black powder coated, it fits Jeeps YJ and TJ. For more tech info contact 503-722-1200 or www.warn.com.

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Westin Safari Light Bar For Escape

Westin’s Safari Light Bar built for compact, midsize trucks and SUVs, transforms the Ford Escape with a tough, rugged look for “outback” Adventures. It adds extra front-end protection and a mounting point for off-road lights. The 2” steel tube is available in radiant; chrome plated stainless steel, or black powder coat. Westin makes additional accessories for the Escape. For more tech info contact 800-345-8476 or westinautomotive.com.

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Bull Bar For Land Rover Discovery

ARB manufactures a completely re-engineered bull bar for the latest Discovery. It features a new lower profile bumper section for an improved approach angle and vehicle protection, which can be enhanced with optional side steps. Deluxe bars and deluxe winch bars are available (the winch bar accommodates Warn models up to 9000lbs). Fully air bag compatible, its finished in a durable satin black powder coat. It comes with a number of features including twin CB antenna mounts, a provision for OE headlight washer nozzles, and pressed in, recessed apertures that allow fitment of factory fog lamps in the correct position. Color coding is also available to further complement the vehicle. For more tech info contact 888-427-2872 or www.arbusa.com.

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Durakon's New Chevy/GMC Bedliners

This New Generation Duraliner, with a rich black surface is available for full size ’04 Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra Crew Cab pickups. Both applications are also available in Durakon's "AllStar bed liner". This new Duraliner features a thermo-sealed coating, that results in a rich black surface that will last the full life of the pickup. With 15% more skid resistance, and twice the wear resistance of the nearest premium competitive drop-in bed liner, it gives all the protection of the original Duraliner, with applications that are custom fit to OE specifications. Applications for both the Duraliner, and AllStar are now available for ’04 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 CrewCab and GMC Sierra 1500 CrewCab in an under-the-rail-model. For more tech info contact 800-933-4200 or www.durakon.com.

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Westin Molded Lighted & Unlighted Step Boards

Accessorize your Jeep with Westin’s new molded Step Board. Made of molded polyurethane, this Step Board is available in lighted and unlighted styles. The lighted version provides lights on either side that automatically turn-on when the door is opened for safer vehicle access in dim lighting conditions. These Molded Step Boards fit ’99-04 Jeep Grand Cherokee/Laredo. For more tech info contact 800-345-8476 or www.westinautomotive.com.

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ARB Ford F250 And F350 Sahara Bar

ARB’s Ford F250 and F350 Sahara Bar features a technically advanced frontal protection system. In addition to providing truck protection, these bars employ a sleek design that adds aesthetic appeal. With a five-fold upswept and tapered wing design for optimum strength and approach angle, the bar is air bag compatible and uses a split pan design for improved durability and air flow. It also incorporates a number of important, practicality features including a winch provision, automotive grade urethane buffers, molded infill trim, and mounting points for CB antennas. For more tech info contact 888-427-2872 or www.arbusa.com.

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