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Paramount Shows Out at Moab Easter Jeep Safari

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Paramount Automotive 2016 Moab Easter Jeep Safari
Paramount Automotive 2016 Moab Easter Jeep Safari

Paramount Automotive announced three new product offerings in the best way possible: by hitting the trails at the 2016 Moab Easter Jeep Safari thrown by the Red Rock 4-Wheelers in Moab, Utah.

Floor Mats

Traildriver Floor Mats Paramount Automotive
Traildriver Floor Mats Paramount Automotive

First up is the completely new lineup of Traildriver series black rubber floor mats and cargo mats.

With a 2” raised sidewall, custom contoured fit, and a hook attachment to keep them down, they proved more than capable of handling all the dirt, mud, and spilled drinks Moab could throw at them—without sliding, bunching up, or getting in the way.

The company currently offers floor mats for 2- and 4-door 2007–2013 Jeep Wrangler JK, and cargo mats for 2007–2016 JK 2D and 4D models.

Traildriver floor mats are proudly made in the USA and offer a custom fit and unmatchable toughness.

New Bumper Styles

Paramount is known as a manufacturer of Jeep bumpers, and they did not disappoint their fans in that department at this year’s Moab extravaganza.

Most popular was perhaps their new LED front bumper for 2007–2014 Jeep Wrangler JK.

LED Front Bumper JK Paramount Automotive
LED Front Bumper JK Paramount Automotive

Manufactured from durable 5/32” steel sheet and 2-3/8” tubing, the bumper offers an optimal balance of material strength for the weight. The bumper comes with everything seen here, including the LEDs and 4.75-ton D-rings; what’s more, it is pre-drilled for mounting a 12,000-lb. winch.

Fans of the brand have taken note of improved construction quality and finish durability, thanks to Paramount’s focus on improving manufacturing processes that now integrate high-tech robotic welding and CNC equipment. These upgrades translate into increasing quality and cost savings that can be passed on to the customer, and allow Paramount to offer the added security of a 3-year limited warranty on each bumper sold through authorized vendors.

Safari Doors

Finally, Paramount is anything but just a bumper company. They used the trip to Moab to help support local businesses in the area, and it turns out Atomic Tours in return would rack up serious mileage on Paramount’s new line of Jeep Wrangler Safari Doors.

Wrangler Safari Doors Paramount Automotive
Wrangler Safari Doors Paramount Automotive

These doors add a definite sense of adventure to any Jeep outing. They install easily onto the OEM hinges with no modifications needed. They feature an adjustable striking mechanism to ensure proper fit, and are made with the same high-tech technologies as the company’s popular bumpers, fender flairs, grilles, and other accessories.

Paramount’s presence at Moab is a clear reminder that they are an engaged member of the Jeep off-roading community, willing and able to tackle the hardest trails with serious products able to satisfy both form and function. With their highly competitive price points, 3-year warranty, and visually appealing products, it is fair to say that message was received loud and clear.

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Quick Fuel Technology (XP-4412): XP-Series 2-bbl Circle Track Carburetor

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In circle track classes that mandate two-barrel carburetors, customizing a street carburetor has been the norm for decades. Not anymore. Newly designed to meet the unique demands of circle track racing, Quick Fuel Technology’s XP-Series carb offers the performance benefits of a custom carb in an affordable, class-legal, ready-to-run package that costs less than making each required modification separately.

XP-Series carbs boast a high-flow aluminum main body that places the venturi over the throttle-body assembly. To further increase airflow, QFT put the air horn over the venturi, removed the choke tower, and precision profiled the air inlet transition. The result: improved horsepower and throttle response. Available in 500- and 600-cfm sizes, the XP-Series has set the bar for two-barrel circle track carbs.

  • Turnkey two-barrel carb ready for the circle track.
  • High-flow aluminum main body.
  • Roller bearing seals improve throttle response and reduce shaft wear.
  • Available in 500- and 600-cfm sizes.
  • Fuel type: gas.
Quick Fuel Technology (XP-4412): XP-Series 2-bbl Circle Track Carburetor
Quick Fuel Technology (XP-4412): XP-Series 2-bbl Circle Track Carburetor

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Hurst (3916120): Six-Speed Billet-Plus Manual Shifter for Challenger

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With an upper stick crafted from high-strength steel, this billet aluminum shifter from Hurst reduces shift throw by more than 30% for your 2009-2016 Dodge Challenger with 6-speed transmission. Model applications include R/T, SRT8, SRT392, Scat Pack, and SRT Hellcat. Black anodized finish and backed by a limited lifetime warranty.

  • Six-speed manual for ’09–’16 Challenger.
  • Billet aluminum construction.
  • High-strength steel upper stick.
  • Reduces shift throw by over 30%.
  • Color: black.
  • Finish: anodized.
  • Limited lifetime warranty.
Hurst (3916120): Six-Speed Billet-Plus Manual Shifter for Challenger
Hurst (3916120): Six-Speed Billet-Plus Manual Shifter for Challenger

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Rugged Ridge (13107.42): All-Terrain Center Console Cover for ’11-’16 Jeep Wrangler JK

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The 13107.42 All-Terrain Center Console Cover from Rugged Ridge is designed to prevent the accelerated wear and tear common to Wrangler JK interiors. Unlike cloth and leather consoles, these heavy-duty covers will keep your center console in showroom condition for years to come. Molded from durable polyurethane foam, these covers create a barrier that protects your vulnerable console from scratches, rips, stains, and even damage from pet claws, while also enhancing interior styling with a proprietary tread design. These covers install securely within seconds with supplied automotive-grade adhesive tape.

  • Prevents wear and tear common to JK interiors.
  • Made from hardy polyurethane foam.
  • Upgrades interior appearance with a tread design unique to Rugged Ridge.
  • Goes on quickly via supplied automotive-grade tape.
  • Installation time: less than 1 hour.
  • Warranty: 5-year limited.
Rugged Ridge (13107.42): All-Terrain Center Console Cover for 11-16 Jeep Wrangler JK
Rugged Ridge (13107.42): All-Terrain Center Console Cover for 11-16 Jeep Wrangler JK

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Big Country (105870): 5” Fusion Side Bars – Textured Black

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Boasting the increasingly popular wide oval style, the Fusion Series of cab-length side bars from Big Country features the company’s proven channel-style mounting system* and replaceable, series-specific end caps for a smooth, welded look.

The 105870 5” side steps are constructed from mild steel, protected with a stylish textured black finish, and backed by a 5-year warranty.

  • Mild steel construction.
  • Cab-length straight bars.
  • Replaceable end caps.
  • Installs easily with no drilling via U-channel bracket mounting system*.
  • Five-year warranty.

*Brackets sold separately.

Big Country (105870): 5” Fusion Side Bars – Textured Black
Big Country (105870): 5” Fusion Side Bars – Textured Black

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Holley (241-112): Tall LS Aluminum Valve Covers – Satin Black

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If you’re ready to add a custom look to your engine bay, 241-112 Tall LS Valve Covers from Holley will set you apart from the crowd. Adding to Holley’s already-impressive lineup of LS engine components, this product is designed to add 0.54” of internal clearance over factory height valve covers.

Boasting Holley’s signature integrated angled coil mounts, these covers fit LS1, LS2, LS3, LS6, and LS7 engines using coils with a standard LS3 bolt spacing of 72 mm. They come ready to install with an OE-style baffle and ventilation system and lengthened factory-style mounting hardware, and include a billet aluminum oil fill cap. Satin black finish.

  • Angled coil mounts deliver a smooth, clean look.
  • Retain the high-tech look and performance of “coil on cover.”
  • Eliminate unsightly OE-style coil brackets.
  • Billet aluminum oil fill cap.
  • Reuse original gaskets and bolts.
  • Compatible with LS1, 2, 3, 6, and 7 coils with 72 mm bolt spacing.
  • Add 0.54” internal clearance over factory covers.
  • Proven OE-style baffles and vents.
  • 241-112 features a satin black finish; other finishes include polished, glass red, and natural cast.
Holley (241-112): Tall LS Aluminum Valve Covers - Satin Black
Holley (241-112): Tall LS Aluminum Valve Covers – Satin Black

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Painless Performance (60650): LS Gauge Controller

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If you’re running a modern LSx drivetrain in an older vehicle, you’ve probably wondered how you’re going to integrate all of your aftermarket gauges. Until now, your only option was to purchase individual sensors and install them just to run the gauges—even though your modern LSx drivetrain already has the necessary sensors integrated into its computer control system. If running redundant sensors seems a bit, well, redundant, the LS Gauge Controller from Painless Performance is just the product you need.

This module uses the information that is already available through your OBD-II port, eliminating the need to run duplicate sensors for your various gauge functions. You’ll be able to use most aftermarket speedometer, tachometer, coolant temperature, oil pressure*, and fuel level* gauges thanks to an advanced data-conversion process. The 60650 LS Gauge Controller is compatible with all GM gas engine drivetrains from 1996. Not currently compatible with GMPP engine harness kits.

  • Eliminates the need for redundant gauge sensors.
  • Uses Control Area Network (CAN) system to convert raw data into a user-programmable signal.
  • Compatible with 1996-and-up GM gas engine drivetrains.
  • Supports all speedometer, tachometer, and coolant temp gauges.
  • Select applications will support oil pressure and fuel level gauges.
  • Made in the USA.

*Not available for all applications.

Painless Performance (60650): LS Gauge Controller
Painless Performance (60650): LS Gauge Controller

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Race Sport (RS-7LEDHLP-HALOW/B-PR): 7” LED Projector Headlight Conversion Kit with Halo

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Safety and style collide in this 7” Halo Headlight Conversion Kit from Race Sport. With projector-style LEDs, you get light cast farther down the road for safer low-light driving. Plus, Race Sport’s halo accent light can be used as a turn signal.

This kit replaces 7” OEM H6024 or H6017 sealed-beam lenses via a plug-and-play H4 connector and halo wire harness. The lenses are made from durable polycarbonate and the housing from solid die-cast aluminum, with a light color in the 6K Kelvin range.

  • LED projector-style beams.
  • White/blue halo rings.
  • Connector: H4 and H4 to H13 converter.
  • Color temp: 6,000–6,500 Kelvin.
  • Lens: polycarbonate
  • Housing: die-cast aluminum
  • Watts: 4 x 10
  • Replaces PAR56 headlights and 7” H6024 or H6017 OEM sealed-beam lenses.
  • Long LED lifespan.
Race Sport (RS-7LEDHLP-HALOW/B-PR): 7” LED Projector Headlight Conversion Kit with Halo
Race Sport (RS-7LEDHLP-HALOW/B-PR): 7” LED Projector Headlight Conversion Kit with Halo

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CURT (60692): OEM-Compatible Gooseneck Ball and Safety Chain Anchor Kit for GM

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Outfitting your GM truck to tow a heavy-duty flatbed or livestock trailer is easy with CURT’s OEM-compatible Gooseneck Ball and Safety Chain Anchor Kit, which fits GM-specific gooseneck ball #16629. This ball was engineered for the GM puck system and provides a 2-5/16″ diameter to fit most standard gooseneck trailers. The simple 1/4-turn latch lock system offers ease of use and a secure mount, supporting a gross trailer weight of 30,000 lb. and a vertical load limit of 7,500 lb.

The included gooseneck safety chain anchors, made from powder-coated, heavy-duty forged steel, provide a reliable connection for your gooseneck trailer. Offering large safety chain loops to accept heavy-duty clevis hooks, the anchors go in easy without tools thanks to a simple drop-in installation system.

The 60692 GM kit includes a tough rubber hole cover to keep water, dirt, grime, and rust out of your gooseneck ball hole and a durable plastic storage case.

  • 30,000 lb. GTW / 7,500 lb. vertical load limit.
  • Fits Chevy/GMC pickups with factory tow package only.
  • Chrome-plated 2-5/16” ball fits all standard gooseneck trailers.
  • Installs easily with one-quarter turn latch-locking system.
  • Heavy-duty forged anchors with large chain hook openings.
  • Drop-in anchors mean no special installation tools.
  • Corrosion-resistant rubber cover for trailer ball hole.
  • Heavy-duty plastic storage case included.
  • Requires factory puck system.
CURT (60692): OEM-Compatible Gooseneck Ball and Safety Chain Anchor Kit for GM
CURT (60692): OEM-Compatible Gooseneck Ball and Safety Chain Anchor Kit for GM

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Auto Meter (BEX-1500): Battery Extender

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The BEX series of chargers from Auto Meter is fully equipped with sophisticated circuitry that safely charges and maintains batteries without overcharging. Charging lights will tell you what phase of charging your battery is currently undergoing:

  • Amber: desulfation mode
  • Red: charging
  • Green: maintenance at full charge

Because batteries not kept at full charge can become sulfated, the Battery Extender will keep your battery at full charge on a continuous basis in order to maximize battery life.

  • Compatible with all lead acid batteries: standard (flooded), AGM, and gel cell.
  • Offers parasitic drain protection and water resistance.
  • Fully automatic “smart” charging with advanced circuitry for safe and efficient charging.
  • No need to remove your battery: just take the charger to the source and connect the leads.
  • Spark-free connection and reverse polarity protection.
  • Compact, rugged composite shell.
  • Includes two sets of leads.
  • Backed by a 3-year warranty.
Auto Meter (BEX-1500): Battery Extender
Auto Meter (BEX-1500): Battery Extender

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