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MR. GASKET INTRODUCES NEW “DEAD SOFT” ALUMINUM EXHAUST GASKETS
- Slotted mounting bolt end holes allow easy installation without removing header flanges or exhaust manifolds
- Made from .125-inch “dead soft” aluminum layers that compresses 50-percent
- Conforms to and seals imperfections on header flanges and exhaust manifolds
- Lifetime guarantee not to shrink, deteriorate or blowout
CLEVELAND (August 7, 2014) – Mr. Gasket, a performance automotive parts and accessories manufacturer celebrating its 50^th anniversary this year, today announced the availability of its new “Dead Soft” Aluminum Exhaust and Collector Gaskets for a variety of Ford, Chevy, Mopar, Pontiac and AMC applications.

Each of the aluminum gaskets are engineered to provide superior sealing capability, high heat resistance and easy installation. Made from “dead soft” aluminum layer’s , they can compress to half their original thickness – from .125-inches to .060-inches – creating a tight, leak-proof seal that conforms to exhaust mounting surfaces with surface irregularities and warpage. (more…)
August 19, 2014
Nitto Exo Grappler All Weather Tire
Nitto Tire’s new Exo Grappler AWT delivers year-round traction for your truck or SUV off road and on road
Fast Facts:
- Superior traction in dirt, rock, gravel, snow and ice.
- Three Peak Mountain Snowflake winter rated.
- Two unique sidewall designs let you customize the look of your truck or SUV.
Cypress, Calif. (July 31, 2014) – Four wheeling is all about enjoying the freedom to go anywhere, at anytime. But even with the wide range of capabilities that today’s off-road tires possess, the ability to deliver traction in any weather, including ice and snow, is not usually one of them. Now, Nitto Tire U.S.A. Inc., a leading manufacturer of off-road and street performance tires, has announced that it has added a new tire to its popular Grappler series that really is a true all-weather tire – the Exo Grappler AWT. (more…)
August 19, 2014
Rugged Ridge Announces Soft Top Spring Assist for ’07-’12 JK Wrangler Unlimited

Innovative Spring Mechanism Offers Same Functionality Found in Newer 4-Door JKs Making Opening and Closing the Soft Top an Easy, One-Person Job

Suwanee, Ga. (August 5, 2014) – Rugged Ridge® today announced the availability of its new Soft Top Spring Assist Kit for the 2007-2012 Jeep® JK Wrangler Unlimited 4-door models.

Spring assisted opening and closing is already a feature found on the 2013-2014 Wranglers from the factory; Rugged Ridge’s new retrofit kit brings the same convenience to owners of older Jeeps. Designed to work with Jeep’s factory frame components, the new JK Soft Top Spring Assist kit is relatively easily installed and seamlessly integrates into the soft top as well as other aftermarket factory replacement tops on the market. (more…)

August 19, 2014
Race Prep Racing Takes the Checkered Flag At Glen Helen Grand Prix

GLEN HELEN RACEWAY, CA – July 12, 2014 In their first Western Regional Race of 2014 and their first regional race in the newly created Ultra4 Legends Class, Race Prep Racing outlasted the other Legends teams and took the checkered flag for the win on July 12, 2014. Richie Carter, driver of the 4474 Legends Class car, credits perseverance and hard work for the team’s success.

The pit crew battled fueling issues all weekend still managing to put down good lap times during the preliminary heats when it counted. Though the final wasn’t pretty – the car sputtered and popped during most of the race – this is endurance racing and the car, driver, and crew worked for 90 minutes keeping the car moving and the lap times consistent. In the end, Race Prep Racing put down two more laps than its closest competitor and took the win in their class. (more…)

August 19, 2014
Four Corners 4×4 Completes 2014 Season

DURANGO, CO – Four Corners 4×4 competed August 16th in the Dirt Riot endurance racing event held at Battle Rock Off Road Park near Cortez, Colorado. The event was a double-points race and concluded both the Mountain Series and Southwest Series for the 2014 season. The #4678 race car driven by Jason Kaminsky and co-driven by Rick Jenkins had moved into third place before succumbing to mechanical failure. The team finished in fourth place.

“A problem with the car’s electrical system surfaced during pre-running that we weren’t able to resolve prior to the race,” commented Kaminsky. “Despite that, we were able to run as high as third place until we were taken out of the race.” (more…)

August 19, 2014
EIBACH ALL-TERRAIN-LIFT JEEP WRANGLER JK

Eibach has captured countless victories in some of the greatest off-road races in the world. Take that same race-winning technology, combine it with Eibach’s legendary suspension tuning and enter: the ALL-TERRAIN-LIFT. Built to withstand anything you can throw at it, the ALL-TERRAIN-LIFT is the perfect balance of off-road performance with on-road stability and ride quality.

The Eibach ALL-TERRAIN-LIFT Kit comes complete with everything needed for installation, Including: Eibach ALL-TERRAIN-LIFT Springs, Shocks, Bumpstop Spacers, Adjustable Endlinks, Adjustable Front/Rear Track Bars, Location Brackets and Stainless-Steel Brake Lines—backed with Eibach’s Million-Mile Spring Warranty, Two-Year Shock Warranty and Made in the U.S.A. (more…)

August 19, 2014