Raptor Series: 6” OEM Running Boards for Single-Cab Trucks

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Get a dependable lift into your single-cab pickup without sacrificing OEM style. These new 6” aluminum running boards from Raptor Series conveniently bolt on to factory mounting points for an easy, no-drill installation. With their 6” step surface, slip-resistant treads, textured-black powdercoat, and 10-year limited warranty, you’ll be enjoying these running boards for years to come.

Features

  • For single-cab applications (vehicle specific)
  • 6061 aluminum protected by a textured-black powdercoat
  • 6” step surface with slip-resistant treads
  • No-drill installation
  • Sold in pairs
  • Includes mounting brackets (in second box)
  • Warranty: 10-year limited
Raptor Series 6 Inch OEM Running Boards Single Cab

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Keys to Ride 2020: October Brands

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The Keys to Ride sweepstakes is back for another run—and this year promises to be even bigger than before. Performance Corner® is partnering with Truck Hero to bring resellers a Grand Prize worthy of their pursuit: a 2020 Ram 1500 fully customized with products from Truck Hero brands!

October Brands

Participating resellers earn one entry for each $1,000 in purchases of featured brands. They earn two bonus entries for every $1,000 in purchases of the bonus brand. October brands include:

  • Featured Brands: LUND and UnderCover
  • Bonus Brand: Husky Liners

Rules of Engagement

To be eligible for the Grand Prize, resellers must purchase a minimum of five participating Truck Hero product lines from Competition Specialties, Inc. from July 1, 2020, to March 31, 2021. Entries are limited to 75 per month and 525 max overall (see Official Rules for complete details).

Participating Lines

  • AMP Research
  • AVS
  • BAK Industries
  • BedRug
  • Bushwacker
  • Extang
  • Husky Liners
  • LUND
  • N-FAB
  • Retrax
  • Roll-N-Lock
  • Rugged Liner
  • TruXedo
  • UnderCover

Stay tuned to this blog for a head’s up on each month’s brands; we’ll also be sending emails and postcards to ensure you don’t miss an opportunity to score more entries. So get ready to sell, and good luck!

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CURT (60638): 2 5/16” Gooseneck Towing Kit for OEM Ram Puck System

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Get your 2016–2020 Ram 2500/3500 pickup ready for gooseneck towing with this 38,000 lb GTW kit from CURT. The included 2 5/16” gooseneck ball and safety chain loops drop easily into your Ram’s factory puck system (required) thanks to CURT’s patented system, which locks into place with just a simple quarter-turn.

The 60638 kit is constructed from forged and machined carbon steel alloy, finished in a polished chrome powdercoat and organized neatly in a durable case for convenient storage and transport. A bonus rubber cover keeps dirt and debris out of the gooseneck hole.

Features

  • For 2016–2020 Ram 2500/3500 with 5th wheel prep package
  • 38K gross trailer weight and 9.5K vertical load capacity
  • Carbon steel alloy protected by a chrome powdercoat
  • Drops into place via patented lever system and locks with a quarter-turn
  • Rubber covers keeps dirt out of gooseneck hole when not in use.
  • Reusable case for storage and transport
  • Warranty: limited lifetime (1-year finish and parts)
CURT 2 5-16 Gooseneck Kit for OEM Ram Puck System 60638

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Bushwacker: Trail Armor Mud Flaps

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Mud has met its match with the all-new Trail Armor mud flaps from Bushwacker. Exclusively designed to complement and attach to Buckwacker Pocket Style fender flares, these patent-pending mud flaps add 10” of tire-covering drop and width. Install quickly and easily to provide protection on- and off-road.

Made from flexible and durable, ABS material, Trail Armor mud flaps are available for all current truck applications (sold in pairs) and are backed by a limited lifetime warranty. Invented, engineered, and manufactured in the USA!

Features

  • Designed to complement Pocket Style fender flares
  • Flexible, durable ABS material
  • 10” drop and width
  • Available for all current truck applications
  • Sold in pairs
  • Invented, engineered, and manufactured in the USA
  • Warranty: limited lifetime
Bushwacker Trail Armor Mud Flaps

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Rugged Ridge (11549.17): Arcus Rear Bumper for Wrangler JL

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No one wants to add “ordinary” to their Jeep. Go “daring” instead. With its satin-black, stamped-steel body, the new Arcus rear bumper from Rugged Ridge offers a premium look for half the price you’d expect. At the core of this patented design is a high-strength, 11-gauge steel shell that looks as great in your driveway as it does on the trail.

The 11549.17 Arcus includes standard features found on pricier bumpers, such as massive 1”-thick recovery hooks that are dual cross-drilled to accept both 7/8” and 3/4” D-rings and clever side recesses that offer direct frame access for off-road jacks.

Rugged Ridge has finished this stubby-style beauty with a fine-textured powdercoat.

Features

  • For 2018–2020 Jeep Wrangler JL/JLU
  • Fine-textured satin-black powdercoat
  • Stubby-style 11-gauge stamped steel shell
  • Hardcore 1”-thick recovery hooks dual-drilled for 7/8” and 3/4” D-rings
  • Built-in side lifting points make off-road jack use easier
  • Warranty: limited lifetime (1-year finish and parts)
Rugged Ridge Arcus Rear Bumper for Jeep Wrangler JL 11549.17

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ReadyLIFT (69-3035): Premium 3.5” SST Lift Kit for 2020 GM HD

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ReadyLIFT has responded to GM’s changes to the torsion bar suspension of their 2020 HD pickups. The 69-3035 adjustable forged torsion key SST lift kit was specially designed to install and function properly on this new suspension.

Providing 3”–3.5” of front lift, it includes all-new fabricated-steel Xtreme-Duty upper control arms that use ReadyLIFT’s popular “winged” design and four new 5100 Bilstein shocks for a performance-tuned ride and handling.

ReadyLIFT torsion key unloading tool (66-7816A or similar) required for installation.

Features

  • For 2020 Chevy Silverado or GMC Sierra 2500/3500 HD (2WD & 4WD)
  • 3”–3.5”  adjustable front lift with new forged torsion keys
  • Heavy-duty fabricated-steel upper control arms
  • HD ball joints and maintenance-free TCT nonbonded pivot bushings
  • HD tie rods for increased pivot angles over stock
  • Taller differential drop spacers and skid plate spacers
  • Taller bump stops for the front suspension
  • 2” cast-iron rear lift blocks with longer U-bolts
  • Front and rear Bilstein 5100 shocks for exceptional ride and handling
  • Recommended max tire with no trimming: 20×9 -0 offset (35×12.50 tire)
  • Recommended max tire with trimming: 20×10 -18 offset (35×12.50 tire)
ReadyLIFT Premium 3.5 Inch SST Lift Kit for 2020 GM HD

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CURT (18101): Universal ATV Cargo Carrier

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Universal cargo carriers from CURT let you pack even more adventure into your next mud-wheeling, trail-blazing, off-road ATV excursion. Made from strong black-steel, the 18101 carrier mounts to the back of your ATV to provide generous and secure storage space, squeezing 7.5 sq ft of volume out of its 41” x 26” size. The 6.25” high sides help keep items in place over the rough terrain you’re sure to encounter, while the mesh base lets liquids and dirt fall harmlessly away.

This CURT ATV cargo carrier comes with mounting hardware for easy installation on a variety of ATV vehicles, including quads, quad bikes, three-wheelers, and four-wheelers. Ride free with CURT.

Features

  • Universal design fits most ATV cargo racks.
  • Heavy-duty tubular steel with a mesh bottom
  • Carbide black powdercoat over e-coat finish
  • Lightweight for easy installation and use
  • 6.25” sides keep items more secure during travel.
  • Includes universal mounting hardware
  • Interior dimensions: 41” x 26”
  • Storage area: 7.5 sq ft
  • Warranty: limited lifetime (1-year finish and parts)
CURT Universal ATV Cargo Carrier 18101

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Putco: Elevated TEC Crossrails

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Take your Putco Venture TEC Rack or Rails to new heights with the new Elevated TEC Crossrails, which maximize cargo space and create extra spots for attachment or storage. Want to secure a larger tent? Need a storage rack that goes above your cab? Ready to haul your bikes to the trail? Placed atop TEC Rails, Elevated TEC Crossrails increase your vehicle’s versatility without reducing bed capacity; with a 9” rise, they even allow space for a roll-up truck bed cover!

Like other products in the TEC lineup, Putco Elevated Crossrails feature the company’s patented TEC channels for endless customization. Best of all, they install in minutes via CoreTEC Connector Blocks that reinforce each joint section to ensure stability and strength. Sold in pairs and sized to specific Venture TEC Racks.

Features

  • Create extra storage possibilities when combined with Venture TEC Racks and Rails
  • Made from 6060-T6 aluminum (9” risers)
  • Sized to specific Venture TEC Racks (application-specific)
  • Patented TEC Channel System for attaching accessories
  • Install in minutes
  • Sold in pairs
Putco Elevated TEC Crossrails

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ReadyLIFT (69-2831): New 3” SST Lift Kit for ’18-’20 Ford Expedition with CCD Shocks

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Have a 2018–2020 Ford Expedition with factory-optional electronic (CCD) shocks, but couldn’t get the lift you wanted? ReadyLIFT now has the kit for you.

The all-new 69-2831 3” SST lift kit has the steel brackets and hardware to be compatible with Expedition CCD shocks, retaining all the great features of the original 69-2830 kit to provide a robust 3” lift without sacrificing system compliance. Compatible with standard-shock models as well, this ReadyLIFT bolt-on kit gives your Expedition a mild lifted stance while maintaining its SUV rake (3” front lift, 2” rear lift; allows up to 35” tires).

Made in the USA and ready to ship.

Features

  • For 2018–2020 Ford Expedition with or without factory electronic shocks
  • Includes CCD harness brackets and hardware
  • 3” front lift and 2” rear lift maintain your SUV’s rake
  • Won’t impair factory ride, handling, or suspension geometry
  • CNC-machined, aircraft-grade 6061-T6 aluminum front strut extensions
  • Heavy-duty steel rear coil spring spacers
  • Allows for up to a 35” tire on factory wheels or near factory offset wheels (285/75-18 or 285/65-20) on vehicles without powered running boards (smaller tires required with auto running boards)
ReadyLIFT 3 Inch SST Lift Kit for Expediation with CCD Shocks 69-2831

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PRO Rebates: September 1–October 31 Featured Vendors

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PRO Rebates 2020 is going strong, and the featured vendors for the months of September and October are ready to put money back in your pocket!

Buy products from the following vendors during the specified periods and get cash back based on the percentages shown. Rewards are paid via prepaid Visa debit card. That’s no-strings cash back just for buying the brands and products you normally would!

Vendors change each period, so stay tuned for announcements of upcoming vendors throughout the year! Click here for complete program information.

SEPTEMBER FEATURED VENDORS

  • ARIES: 2%
  • Fia: 2%
  • Husky Liners: 2%*
  • Retrax: 2%*
  • SuperSprings: 2%
  • Trimax: 2%

OCTOBER FEATURED VENDORS

  • Air Lift: 2%
  • ARIES: 2%
  • Fastway: 2%
  • LUND: 2%*
  • UnderCover: 2%*

*Some exclusions may apply.

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