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Ford Recall Affecting 2002-2007 Owners
It looks like Ford is recalling about 27,000 trucks due to a potential switch issue that may tailights, brake lights, and turn signals to function improperly. The recall impacts F250-550 and Excursions from 2002-2007. It also applies to Rangers from 2002-2011. Look for your notice from Ford around mid-August 2011 if your truck is in the recall.
SOCAL SAYS: This seems is a minor issue if you drive during the day, never brake, and avoid using a turn signal. So for all you senior citizens who drive lifted trucks, ignore this article. If your lifted Ford fits these years and models, check your mail boxes in a few weeks to see if you get notified. You can expect your Chevy owner friend to now point out why Chevy is superior to Ford, but don’t worry, Chevy will have a recall and then you can get him back. Be patient.
Shaun White in Colorado Half Pipe
SOCAL SAYS: Shaun White is so cool. If only he drove a big truck…
Marketing Director at King Off-Road Shocks Resigns
Today, Brian Godfrey gave up his post at the Marketing Director at King Shock Technology. Brian explained, “I had an extraordinary journey during time here at King and with the help of my media partners, suppliers, friends, and supporters we have accomplished great things together.”
He did a great job of communicating new products and information on King Off-Road procuts. It will be interesting to see where he turns up next. Mike Ingalsbee and Mike Leighton will be taking over his responsibilities until a replacement is named.
SEMA 2010 – What Did You Miss?
The Super Bowl, World Series, Stanley Cup, March Madness, X-Games, Wimbledon, The Masters…and SEMA. What do all of these events have in common? Each event is the pinnacle of their industry and the “don’t want to miss” occasion of the year. For those of you who are unfamiliar with SEMA, it is the largest car and truck show of the year. It’s held in Las Vegas, Nevada and is a great experience in many ways. The 2010 SEMA show was no different.
the world (PLEASE NOTE: THE SHOW IS NOT OPEN TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC). It draws the industry’s brightest minds and hottest products to one place, the Las Vegas Convention Center. The displays are segmented into 12 sections, and a New Products Showcase featured nearly 1,500 newly introduced parts, tools and components. In addition, the SEMA Show provides attendees with educational seminars, product demonstrations, special events, networking opportunities and more.”
SoCalTrucks.com has been fortunate enough to attend the past couple of SEMA shows as Press and Media. We have seen and talked to many of the professionals in the industry and have got to experience some of the new products coming out first hand. There is no shortage of insane trucks on display and we had our cameras in full force snapping as many pictures as possible. We were blown away by the magnitude of the event this year. We were more excited to see so many big trucks, SUV’s, and Jeeps. One of the highlights of the show was the K & N Hummer with tank tracks instead of wheels and tires.
The lifted truck industry is continuing to grow. Companies are spending lots of money and resources to provide the lifted truck enthusiast with many options and innovative products to keep their trucks, jeeps, and SUV’s original and multi-functional. SEMA will once again leave it’s mark on Las Vegas in November of 2011. You may not win Super Bowl or World Series tickets, but you do have a chance to be apart of SEMA next year. Don’t miss out!
Here are some highlights from this year’s event:
Highlight #1 of 8 – this beast is ready for the desert
- Highlight #2 of 8 – We always love to see Cognito trucks at SEMA.
Why? Their classy, creative, and the guys love to talk lifted trucks.
Predator X-18 takes a few trophies in Libya
Temecula, CA – Two of Predator Motor Corporation’s X18 Intimidator cars raced in the Libya Rally 2010 this past week. The X18 driven by Wesley de Saedeleer and his team, took first place in its class and 2nd overall out of 176 cars that entered the rally. The rally was 1,700 miles over 6 days.
The 2nd red X18 that was entered, driven by Daniel De Schepper and his team, took 2nd place in its class and 5th overall.
Bilstein Equipped All German Auto Finishes 1ST Overall at SCORE San Felipe 250
Armin Schwarz and Martin Christensen powered their way past the entire field to take a commanding first overall at the SCORE San Felipe 250. Known for the extreme roughness, the San Felipe 250 race features some of the most treacherous suspension killing terrain in any off-road racing course.
The All German Auto race car featured Bilstein’s massive Black Hawks® on the rear of their Class 1 race car, and prototype “Big 60’s” up front. Bilstein shocks provide superior performance characteristics and are designed and manufactured for most cars, trucks and SUVs.
MONSTER … Exhaust
The Banks Monster Exhaust was released for the 99-02 Silverado & GMC Sierra (4.3L, 4.8L, 5.3L). This is a big, throaty exhaust that is tough, but never overpowering. Plus, it’s a Monster!
Not only is this exhaust sound big, it is big. It has a 6″ x 5″ round, rolled-edge tip that is welded on. The Banks Monster improves the stock flow by more than 141%. This will give your truck more power with less work, which is what we all want. It is a bolt-on installation and is compatible with GM’s factory warranty.
Pro-Comp 2008 Superduty Lift
So you just bought a 2008 Ford F250 and need a lift, but where can you go? Well if you call Pro-Comp Suspension, you can get a hold of their latest 6″ suspension system for the F250 or F350.
Everyone knows Pro-Comp has been around forever and has started building some really solid lifts in the last few years. What’s great about these guys is that they are always quick with getting new lifts out for brand new trucks. The 6″ Suspension Lift for the 2008 Superduty is now out and can fit up to 37″ tires. That’s right, 37’s!
8 Inches Of Light
When you want big light implants for your truck, where do you go? The first name you should think of when you need big and bright is KC HiLites. These guys combine light weight with high quality and a TON of light.
Imagine if you lined up 375,000 candles on the hood of your truck and that is what these lights are capable of. The HID lights put out almost double the candle power for long range vision. The great part is that you only need two lights to achieve maximum night vision. Your truck won’t be riddled with hideous lights coming out of every area of the truck.