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Be Cool Bone Yard Series: LS Swap Radiators for the “Budget Minded”
Essexville, MI (July 29, 2015) – Be Cool Radiators introduces its Bone Yard Series of specialized radiators for the popular LS Series of engines. Bone Yard LS Radiators are for innovative builders who value ingenuity and cost efficiency.

Industry specialists already know that LS Swap Radiators offer great value for a competitive price. Their engineers took the most popular size of Industry Proven, Direct-Fit Radiators and simplified them so enthusiasts can retro fit them to even more LS applications.

“The LS Swap Radiators are a great addition to our repertoire for anyone that wants top quality radiators that won’t break your bank,” said Fred Militello, technical support and marketing representative for Be Cool Radiators.

Be Cool’s new Bone Yard Series offers both Crossflow and Downflow designs in 10 different dimensions. Additional features include:
- All-Aluminum with 2 Row 1” Cores
- 080 Wall Hand Fabricated Aluminum Tanks
- Billet Aluminum Filler Neck
- LS ¼” Steam Port
- Correct Sided LS Inlets and Outlets
- Downflows with Side Mounting Flanges
- Crossflows for Cradle Mounting
- Made in the USA
Be Cool continues to meet the demands that keep customers cool! To view the entire line of Be Cool power cooling products as well as find more information about Be Cool Radiators, visit www.becool.com.

About Be Cool Radiators

Be Cool Inc. was founded in 1998 by Roger Rosebush when he identified the need for better cooling in his 1969 Camaro A/28. Since that time Be Cool has grown into the industry leader in cooling for specialty vehicles. During the last few years Be Cool has expanded its warehouse capacity, increased the workforce and provided unmatched customer service. Located in beautiful mid-Michigan, Be Cool is proud that all of its radiators are made in the USA.
August 6, 2015
Air Lift Offers LoadLifter Air Spring Kit for 2015 Ford F-450

LANSING, Mich. – With a best-in-class maximum 31,200-pound tow rating, the big and burly 2015 Ford F-450 Super Duty is built to tackle the toughest non-commercial towing duties, from fifth wheel campers to large livestock and boat trailers. Now, to increase towing safety and ride comfort for this serious workhorse truck, the air suspension specialists at Air Lift Company offer two durable, easy to install air spring options.

Air Lift’s LoadLifter 5000TM air spring kit for the F-450 (#57349) provides a cushion of air and works with the existing suspension to deliver up to 5,000 pounds of load-leveling capacity and eliminate sagging and bottoming out. These fully adjustable air springs keep the F-450 stable, level and comfortable whether loaded or unloaded.

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August 6, 2015
RUGGED RIDGE ANNOUNCES NEW BOWLESS SOFT TOPS FOR 2007-2016 JEEP WRANGLER JK

Versatile Design Easily Converts from Full Top to Savannah Top Configurations

Suwanee, Ga. (August 4, 2015) – Rugged Ridge®, a leading manufacturer of high-quality Jeep® parts and accessories, today announced its new Bowless Soft Top for 2007-2016 Jeep Wrangler JK two-door and four-door Unlimited models. The distinctive, fully enclosed design allows Jeep owners to quickly and easily switch between traditional full top and Savannah top configurations.

The Rugged Ridge Bowless Soft Top completely eliminates the bulky factory soft top frame by allowing a snug fit over the factory roll bar for a more aerodynamic “fastback” look, while effectively providing an air-tight enclosure. This is accomplished while retaining the stock door surrounds and tailgate bar. The design also allows Jeep owners to use a variety of aftermarket windshield headers, including Rugged Ridge’s steel windshield channel. (more…)

August 6, 2015
GEARWRENCH EXPANDS ITS POPULAR 120XP™ RATCHETING WRENCH LINE TO INCLUDE FOUR NEW SETS
Sets Offer Popular Selections of Latest Ratcheting Wrenches

SPARKS, MD (August 5, 2015) – GearWrench®, a premier hand tool brand from Apex Tool Group, known for tools that deliver speed, strength, and access, today announced the addition of four new sets to its highly regarded 120XP Universal Spline XL Ratcheting Wrench line.

GearWrench 120XP Universal Spline XL Ratcheting Wrenches feature numerous advantages, including:

Superior Access

120XP Universal Spline XL Ratcheting Wrenches have double-stacked pawls that deliver 120 positions and a three-degree swing arc. They also have a narrow ratchet-end width and thickness, allowing technicians to reach fasteners in tight clearance situations.

Greater Reach

120XP Universal Spline XL Ratcheting Wrenches feature a beam design that’s longer for greater reach in confined areas. The open end is narrower and both ends have reduced outside dimensions, making this tool a must-have for working on fasteners in cramped locations.

Flexibility and Versatility

The Universal Spline drive design means technicians need only one tool to work on several different style fasteners, including: spline, 12-point, 6-point, e-torx, square and rounded 6-point. Dual Direction Surface Drive® on the open end provides better grip and reduces fastener rounding.

Speed

Both sides of each wrench have highly visible, recessed color size markings to help technicians easily identify the correct wrench to get jobs done quickly.

Strength

All 120XP Universal Spline XL Ratcheting Wrenches exceed ASME performance requirements.

End users can now purchase the following new 120XP™Universal Spline XL sets:
- SKU 86427: 16 piece Metric Set 8mm – 24mm
- SKU 86428: 4 piece Metric Set 20, 21, 22, 24mm
- SKU 86451: 16 piece SAE Set 7/32” – 1”
- SKU 86452: 7 piece SAE Set 13/16” – 1-1/4”
“Our 120XP Universal Spline XL Ratcheting Wrench line is rapidly becoming one our best-selling products,” said Jim Stewart, product manager for GearWrench. “These new sets offer technicians excellent selections of the sizes they use most often.”

For organized storage, the new 120XP Ratcheting Wrench sets come with an easy-grab V-rack. Resistant to gas and solvents, the rack’s compact design takes up less space in a drawer or box. Wrenches sit in angled tray slots, providing a neat fit in a 2-inch drawer.

120XP Universal Spline XL Ratcheting Wrenches and sets are available for purchase now. For more information visit www.gearwrench.com.

About GearWrench:
GearWrench is a premier hand tool brand from Apex Tool Group, one of the largest hand tool manufacturers in the world. Since the launch of the original patented five-degree ratcheting wrench, the GearWrench brand has continuously led the industry with breakthroughs in pass-thru ratchets, sockets, screw/nut drivers, pliers and specialty tools. Millions of GearWrench products have been “Professionally Tested” throughout the world.

About Apex Tool Group:

Apex Tool Group, LLC, based in Sparks, MD, is one of the largest worldwide producers of hand and power tools, tool storage, drill chucks, chain, and electronic soldering products. Directly and through its subsidiaries, Apex serves a multitude of global markets, including automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, hardware, industrial, and consumer retail. Apex markets its portfolio of diverse products under its own brand names in addition to being the principal manufacturer for several key private label products for certain retailers for many years.
August 6, 2015
Yokohama Tire Corporation Kicks Off Its ‘Summer Joyride 2’ Promotion

SANTA ANA, CA. – (Aug. 3, 2015) – Yokohama Tire Corporation (YTC) keeps the summer fun rolling by giving consumers great deals with “Summer Joyride 2.” The promotion, which runs until August 31, offers customers a $60 Visa^® prepaid card after purchasing a set of four select Yokohama tires.

Consumers can also donate part or all of their rebate to YTC’s charity partner KaBOOM!, when registering for the rebate online. KaBOOM! is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to ensuring children get the balanced and active play they need.

Eligible Yokohama treads featured in the Summer Joyride 2 promotion include:

— GEOLANDAR H/T G056^™

— GEOLANDAR A/T-S^®

— GEOLANDAR G055^™

“Summer’s still on, so there’s time to hit the road with new tires and get $60 back,” said Alan Holtschneider, YTC director of marketing. “The Summer Joyride 2 promotion is a great opportunity for customers to save money, while ensuring their vehicles are road trip-ready.”

The rebate is available at participating Yokohama dealers nationwide, as well as select online retailers. Details of the promotion can be found at http://www.yokohamatire.com/summerjoyride.

Yokohama Tire Corporation is the North American manufacturing and marketing arm of Tokyo, Japan-based The Yokohama Rubber Co., Ltd., a global manufacturing and sales company of premium tires since 1917. Servicing an extensive sales network throughout the U.S., Yokohama Tire Corporation is a leader in technology and innovation. The company’s complete product line includes tires for high-performance, light truck, passenger car, commercial truck and bus, and off-the-road mining and construction applications. For more information on Yokohama’s broad product line, visit www.yokohamatire.com.

Connect with Yokohama Tire Corporation:

www.facebook.com/yokohamatirecorp

www.twitter.com/yokohamatc

www.youtube.com/user/yokohamamotorsports

www.instagram.com/yokohamatire

Yokohama is a strong supporter of the tire care and safety guidelines established by the Rubber Manufacturers Association and the National Highway Transportation and Safety Administration. Details can be found at the “Tire Care & Safety” section atwww.yokohamatire.com.

August 3, 2015
Longfield™ FJ80 Gun Drilled 30-Spline Super Set

The Longfield™ FJ80 Gun Drilled 30-Spline Birfields are made out of 100% chromoly and are precision polished to remove any imperfections that may cause stress risers. The internals of the birfield are also made from 4340 chromoly and are dual heat treated for superior strength. The birfield has a M8 grease zerk at the end of the stub shaft and is gun drilled through the center of the birfield to allow for grease to pass through the zerk fitting and into the internals. This will save you precious time by eliminating the need to disassemble your axle just to service your birfields. (more…)

July 31, 2015