What is it: Trail-Creeper Suzuki 6.5 Low-Range Transfer Case Kit
What it does: This kit features a low-range reduction of 6.5:1 and a high-range reduction of 20 percent lower than stock.
Why it's cool: Trail Creeper gears are strong, quiet in operation, and can take a huge amount of trail abuse. This complete kit includes four new precision-cut gears, a counter shaft, needle bearings, shims, O-ring, gaskets, and input/output seals. The kit fits all '86-'95 Suzuki Samurai transfer cases.
Info: 559/252-4950, www.trail-gear.com
What is it: Sleekster Light Bar for all '00-'06 1/2-ton GM Trucks, Yukons, Suburbans, and Tahoes
What it does: Protects the front end while allowing mounting points for two auxiliary lights.
Why it's cool: It's made from 1 3/4-inch, 0.120-wall steel tubing with CNC laser-cut brackets and light tabs. It's also finished with a high-quality, three-stage candy-chrome powdercoat. No drilling, cutting, or welding is required, and the bar bolts right on using factory mounting locations. It's compatible with factory tow hooks.
Info: 602/803-1122, www.randyellisdesign.com
What is it: TeraFlex S/T Dual Rate Swaybar
What it does: This sway bar features two individual rates for Jeep vehicles to improve on-road handling and off-pavement capability.
Why it's cool: Simply twist the knob and the bar changes rate.
Info: 801/288-2585, www.teraflex.biz
What is it: A new Genright "package" to complement stretching the wheelbase on any TJ, YJ, or CJ.
What it does: It includes a new set of full corner guards and rockers guards that relocate the wheelwell opening 4 inches rearward. The included gas tank features a notch designed to clear the relocated rear axle.
Why it's cool: The major advantage with this system is that there is no unsightly gap in front of the rear tire, no unwanted rubbing between the rear differential and the gas tank, and the factory TJ rear flares fit right back on-and it all looks factory
Info: 805/584-8635, www.genright.com
What is it: MileMarker SX 9.5 Electric Winch
What it does: Gets you out when you're stuck.
Why it's cool: This electronic 9,500-pound-rated winch features a low amp draw and a new interactive remote that informs the user with LED indicators.
Info: 800/886-8647, www.milemarker.com
What is it: Dynatrac Stub Hub Conversion for Dana 60 4x4 Axles
What it does: The new Stub-Hub increases clearance by drawing the locking hub back inside the wheel by more than 1.5 inches per side. Up to 2.375 inches per side of clearance can be gained by combining the Stub-Hub with the new DynaLoc locking hub.
Why it's cool: Hubs are vulnerable; protecting them is a smart thing to do.
Info: 714/596-4461, www.dynatrac.com
What is it: EBC Yellowstuff Brake Pads
What it does: These new high-friction race-developed brake pads are said to gain an incredible 25 to 30 percent more stopping power.
Why it's cool: Extra stopping power is always a good thing, especially with larger wheels and tires.
Info: www.ebcbrakes.com
What is it: Nitto Dura Grappler Tire
What it does: New Tire that features Nitto's Dura-Belt Technology, a third steel belt that augments the tire's tread area, and is engineered for high-torque pickup trucks.
Why it's cool: The tire comes in four- and five-rib designs and 17 sizes overall, ranging from 16- to 22-inch wheel diameters. It features a reversible sidewall design, multislant grooves, and a multirib pattern.
Info: www.nitto.com
What is it: Banks Duramax Ram-Air with Super Scoop
What it does: It's a cold-air intake system with a 7 1/8-inch filter outlet, streamlined design, and a Super-Scoop.
Why it's cool: It's said to flow 48 percent better than stock, and adds big power with the tuner on '01-'06 Duramax engines.
Info: 626/969-9600, www.bankspower.com
What is it: Bolt-On Air CompressorMounting Kits
What it does: It's a bolt-on air compressor and mounting kit for the Duramax, Power Stroke, Cummins, and most modern V-8 and V-10 engines. The compressor provides 8 cfm at 100 psi.
Why it's cool: For those who want to add onboard air, these kits make it simple.
Info: 707/447-7711, www.extremeoutback.comCaption30