What It Is: Brute Force GM Exhaust Headers
Who Makes It: AEM
Why it's Cool: Brute Force headers are available for many late-model GM applications. All are dyno-proven to increase horsepower and torque. All Brute Force headers are constructed of mild steel with a proprietary temperature- and corrosion-resistant ceramic coating.
Where to get more info: 310/484-2322, www.aempower.com
What It Is: Wrangler Rock Doors
Who Makes It: O-R Fab
Why it's Cool: These tubular doors increase visibility of trail obstacles while providing added safety. They require no drilling and use the factory hinges. They also include custom arm pads.
Where to get more info: www.orfab.com
What It Is: F-150 Long Travel Kit
Who Makes It: JD Fab/Tuff Country
Why it's Cool: Designed for all '04-'06F-150s, this kit increases front track width by 4 inches. It comes with billet upper arms, 4130 boxed-plate lower A-arms and is adjustable from 4 to 8 inches of lift. It provides 14 inches of travel and comes with King shocks and all necessary hardware.
Where to get more info: 800/288-2190, www.tuffcountry.com
What It Is: Jeep Rubicon Full-Floater Kit
Who Makes It: Superior Axle & Gear
Why it's Cool: This new full-floater kit was designed for '03-'06 Jeep Wrangler Rubicons with Model 44 rear axles and disc brakes. The kit is said to increase the strength of rear axleshafts by 35 percent. The shafts are built from 4340 chromoly and feature rolled splines for added strength. This kit also loads the vehicle weight on the spindles instead of the axles, much better for serious trail work.
Where to get more info: www.superioraxle.com
What It Is: TJ Slick Rock Bumper
Who Makes It: Bestop
Why it's Cool: This heavy-duty front bumper was specifically developed for hard-core rockcrawlers. It features an integrated roller to prevent snags below the front of the Jeep. Also included are shackle tabs to aid in extraction.
Where to get more info: www.bestop.com
What It Is: Forged Wheels
Who Makes It: Pro Comp Tires
Why it's Cool: Forged wheels are much stronger than cast wheels. These are made in the U.S. and are perfect for lifted trucks with oversized tires.
Where to get more info: www.procomptires.com
What It Is: F-150 Suspension Lift
Who Makes It: Trail Master
Why it's Cool: This new suspension was designed to lift '04-'06 F-150s 6 inches, allowing fitment of up to 35-inch tires. The kit includes a stronger-than-stock front driveshaft that retains the factory front pinion angle and lubrication design. This kit also strengthens the rear crossmember, and includes new front struts.
Where to get more info: 928/636-3175, www.trailmastersuspension.com
What It Is: H3 Suspension System
Who Makes It: Rough Country
Why it's Cool: Without lowering the factory torsion bars, this kit will lift the H3 5 inches. The system requires no cutting, drilling, or welding and fits 37-inch tires without trimming.
Where to get more info: 800/222-7023, www.roughcountry.com
What It Is: Reclining Suspension Seat
Who Makes It: Mastercraft
Why it's Cool: The industry's first and only suspension seat that reclines. Many bolt-in applications are available.
Where to get more info: 800/565-4042, www.mastercraftseats.com