Bruce Smith (HWT)Pickups2014 F-150 Uses Rice Hulls In Wiring HarnessF-150 Built Ford Green Sustainable materials make 2014 pickups environmentally friendlier and stronger  Don’t worry, if you get your new F-150’s wiring wet little green rice stalks aren’y going to start sprouting up everywhere. Rice hulls are the latest sustainable material used in Ford’s quest to be nicer to the environment. In the 2014 […]August 6, 2013PickupsHellwig Rear Sway Bar KitHelliwg Products’ Ram 2500/3500 Rear Sway Bar Kit Even heavy-duty 3/4- and 1-ton trucks need sway control when hauling heavy loads or towing. This new Rear Sway Bar from Hellwig Products features a 1 1/8″ heat treated 4140 solid steel bar for maximum sway control. The #7730 version for 2013 Ram 2500/3500s is adjustable and comes […]August 6, 2013PickupsHellwig Pro Series Helper SpringsHellwig Pro Series Load Leveling Springs  With its patented bolt-on design, “Silent Ride” polyurethane stability blocks, plated- and powder- coated components, and easy to follow installation instructions, the Hellwig Pro Series “helper springs” are a great upgrade for professional contractors’, landscapers’ and surveyors’ pickups. Manufactured with heat treated ASTM 5150 alloy spring steel in […]August 6, 2013PickupsSuspension Upgrades8/3/2013 Rear Suspension Upgraded  Last week we added Hellwig Products’ sway bar kit and Pro Series overload leaf springs to the rear of Surveyor 1. Both are easy suspension upgrades for any shop mechanic. Took about an hour under the truck. Upgraded the Ram 2500’s suspension because we’ve added a lot of top weight […]August 6, 2013PickupsTire Review: Firestone Transforce HTTowing stability, maintaining fuel economy, and good tread life are all attributes of the Firestone Transforce HTAugust 2, 2013PickupsNew Trail Country TireDick Cepek Trail Country Radial The new Trail Country radial from Dick Cepek Tires & Wheels (Dick Cepek) is a true all-terrain tire for light trucks and SUVs. Proven Dick Cepek design elements combine with modern technology and a five-rib tread pattern that allow the Trail Country to tackle tough off-road terrains while providing superior […]August 2, 2013PickupsCool Key KeeperKeyport Slide Key Holder  Keyport Slide 2.0 has reinvented the conventional keychain. The Slide ($39) holds up to 6 keys or inserts, yet is roughly the size of a pack of gum and provides easy access with the slide of a thumb. The revolutionary Keyport blades replace traditional keys, fit securely in the Keyport Slide, are […]August 2, 2013PickupsLa Paz WheelPro Comp’s New Wheel Combines Style and Strength Pro Comp’s new machined La Paz wheel features an off-road inspired design combining strength and durability to create a wheel built to perform. The La Paz has race inspired split five-spoke design and simulated bead locks. The rim itself is extra thick for added protection, and the […]August 2, 2013Pickups2014 Toyota 4Runner Highlights2014 Toyota 4Runner Begins 5th Generation  For nearly three decades, the Toyota 4Runner mid-size SUV has been astalwart for off-roading enthusiasts seeking a SUV with rugged, go-anywhere capability. Currently In its fifth-generation, 4Runner continues as one of the few fully capable mid-size SUVs, and the redesigned 2014 4Runner receives a rugged new exterior design, […]August 1, 2013PickupsIs Ethanol Ruining Your Fuel Pump?Your fuel system is only as strong as what you put in it. But what is it exactly that you’re putting in it? The answer may be a resounding “ethanol gasoline.” If so, you may want to second guess what you’re feeding your fuel system. On Equipmentworld.com, editor Tom Jackson goes into the specifics on ethanol’s […]August 1, 2013Previous PagePage 53 of 271Next PageTop StoriesExcavatorsWhat’s New on Komatsu’s Next-Gen PC220LC-12 Excavator? – Almost Everything!Its first major upgrade in 12 years, the completely redesigned 22-metric-ton model gets improved in every aspect, from the ground up.Market PulseTop-Selling New and Used Construction Equipment in the First Half of 2025Compact equipmentManitou Debuts 5 New Large-Frame Compact LoadersCompact Track LoadersCloser Look: Bobcat’s Largest, Most Powerful Compact Track Loader, the T86Featured SponsorThink like a thief to protect your fleet. Watch our on-demand webinar.
