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or our fourth installment of LFTD & LVLD, we caught up with industry heavyweight Casey Currie. The off-road racer, team owner and founder of Casey Currie Motorsports comes from a renowned off-road family, Currie Enterprises, but has blazed his own path within the sport, as he focuses on expanding his brand, winning championships and creating unique off-road vehicles that are built tough like his JKRK, aka “Raptor Killer.”

SEMA is always a great place to see what’s hot and new in the aftermarket and we’re featuring a few of those builds in this issue.

First is Complete Customs who made the most noise at the show with their Jeep JK nicknamed “Snake Bit,” which will forever be remembered as the Jeep that took a bite out of a Liberty Walk Ferrari 458. The Jeep has since then been renamed “Ferrari Killer” and looks just as aggressive as it sounds.

A.R.E. is another household name with many award-winning vehicles under their belt and they’ve added another with their “Extreme Sports” 2015 Ford F-150 that took home the Mothers Shine Award and the Ford Project Excellence Award. The truck is built for extreme sports enthusiasts to complement their adventurous lifestyle and all the gear that goes with it.

Hostile Wheels and SS Customs wanted a big and bold project vehicle and came up with their “Dia de los Muertos” Ford F-250 that commands attention, with elaborate skulls and murals and its Hostile Exile Wheels.

KAO Auto Styling has graced our pages before and now they’re back with their red and white Jeep built for Red Dirt Road Wheels. The shop’s crew

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worked night and day to get everything finished and to make sure that this particular Jeep was show ready.

SEMA is about being different and Bushwacker did just that with their Jeep JK-8 Trail Rescue Vehicle that sports a special JK-8 conversion that transforms a stock JK into a pickup truck. It also showcases their eyecatching Jeep Flat Style Fender Flares and Trail Armor and several other performance mods and accessories that make it the ultimate rescue vehicle.

DUB’s Mobile Electronics Director loved the new styling of the 2015 Toyota Tundra so much that he transformed the front end of his previous model to exactly what he wanted. Check out the new look of his aggressively styled 2012 Tundra.

Rockford Fosgate is arguably the biggest name in car audio, and now they’re looking to dominate in powersports country, providing massive sound for your favorite off-road toys. To demonstrate the new focus, they’ve built some impressive UTVs that are loaded with an array of their best speakers, subs, amps and more.

Finally, The Mint 400 race is one of the nation’s toughest desert races around and we have coverage from this year’s competition.

Enjoy Issue 4 of LFTD & LVLD!

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72 24 FACTORY RIDE - ROCKFORD FOSGATE UTVS 64 A.R.E. EXTREME SPORTS 2015 FORD F-150 72 HOSTILE WHEELS FORD F-250 “DIA DE LOS MUERTOS” 82 2012 TOYOTA TUNDRA CONVERSION 108 COMPLETE CUSTOMS’ “FERRARI KILLER” 126 CASEY CURRIE 144 BUSHWACKER JEEP JK-8 TRAIL RESCUE VEHICLE 154 KAO X RDR WHEELS JEEP JK UNLIMITED 168 THE MINT 400

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KEG MEDIA’S APHRODITE PHOTOS: PHIL GORDON

Which off-road beast reigns supreme? You be the judge and vote by scanning the QR code or going to dubmagazine.com/battlegrounds

2014 TOYOTA TUNDRA “APHRODITE” Robbie Bryant of KEG Media is a master of creating some of the hottest vehicle renderings, but he’s also put together his own builds that have been in several magazines. Known for the intricate details in his “Head Hunter” 2009 Dodge Ram 1500, he’s since then built himself a slew of customs and even helped out with his wife Keena’s build. Her 2014 Toyota Tundra, dubbed “Aphrodite,” is the latest and greatest in the Bryant stable. Although he did make some suggestions, in the end it was Keena who came up with the overall concept: Lagoon Blue Matte Metallic exterior color and parts, including the one-off Honey Badger bumper from Addictive Desert Designs that was a must for the build.

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YOU CHOOSE THE WINNER OF THIS MONTH’S HEAD TO HEAD CHALLENGE

THE UNEXPECTED CUSTOM PHOTOS: ROMAN RACELA

2014 TOYOTA TUNDRA: THE UNEXPECTED CUSTOM What had started out as a simple project for Benji Pulido soon turned into a complete build six weeks before the 2013 SEMA Show – where it was showcased as one of the first custom and lifted 2014 Toyota Tundras in the world. The Tundra rides high thanks to a 12” Bulletproof Suspension lift, along with Bulletproof coilovers and shocks, and rolling on a set of 22” X 12” TIS Monster Energy Edition 535 wheels and fitted it with an aggressive set of 37x13.50R22 Nitto Mud Grapplers.

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Upgrade any stock stystem for better sounding tunes and the newest technology. Check out the latest offerings from some of the top manufacturers in the industry.

ALPINE ELECTRONICS X009-GM2 DASH SYSTEM FOR 2007-13 CHEVY SILVERADO / GMC SIERRA SIERRA 800.421.2284 | ALPINE-USA.COM FACEBOOK.COM/ALPINEELECTRONICS @ALPINEUSA The X009-GM2 Restyle Dash System has audio, video, navigation, Bluetooth and 9” touchscreen. It’s designed for 2007-13 Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra trucks with the upper dash radio. The X009-GM2’s dash kit has back-lit keys that match the instrument cluster lighting. The included iDatalink Maestro module retains factory features including steering wheel controls, OnStar voice commands and Bluetooth hands-free calling. Tire pressure, battery voltage and check engine warnings can be viewed on the screen. Audio sources include HD Radio, iPod/iPhone music, Pandora, and audio streaming. The navigation system provides turn-by-turn driving directions and 3D maps of major landmarks.

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ARC AUDIO XDI 1200.6 AMPLIFIER 866.258.0288 | ARCAUDIO.COM | @ARCAUDIO

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The ARC Audio XDi 1200.6 multi-channel amplifier is the newest in single amplifier system solutions packing over 1200W of power in a single chassis. Capable of over 150W per channel at 4 -Ohms stereo for your mids and highs and up to 600W on the sub channels, this design allows users to get that big sound when space is extremely limited. MSRP: $859.00

ARC AUDIO ARC 6.2 COMPONENT SPEAKERS “Hi end sonic purity” and “durable performance” are no longer mythical product characteristics in the world of car audio with the introduction of Arc Audio’s Arc Series speaker line. Become part of your refined music experience with natural extended low frequencies and smooth but robust mids and highs, giving any listener the tools to create the ultimate in musical expression without any compromise to the user’s ability to enjoy those long drive jam sessions in their car or truck. Featuring reinforced multi-layer hi-temp voice coils, durable and yet sonically refined roahcell fiber composite cones, vented and dampened silk dome tweeters, and progressive Nomex woven spiders, the ARC Series speaker line offers one of the most aggressive yet musical designs in the industry. MSRP: $439.00 24

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JBL MS6520 MARINE COMPONENT SPEAKERS 877.344.4276 | JBL.COM | @JBLAUDIO

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The JBL MS6520 has been engineered to deliver world-class audio in the harsh marine and outdoor environments. Its patented carbon-injected Plus One woofer cone provides cone area of up to 35% and as a result, is more efficient and provides more bass extension. JBL engineered a one-piece polymer basket that will not rust, tweak or yellow even after proplonged exposure to the environment. To round out the MS6520, JBL engineered a special weather resistant tweeter, which delivers silky smooth highs to 20kHz even at high output levels. The MS6520 is the perfect choice for any applicaion where the elements are a factor. MSRP: TBD

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The TS-WH500A amplified subwoofer system features Pioneer’s patented Horizontal-Vertical Transforming (HVT) Technology, which uses a completely different speaker design resulting in a smaller loudspeaker that easily fits in a wide range of vehicle applications without sacrificing performance or sound quality. Measuring only 13-7/16” x 9-7/8” x 2-3/8”, the TS-WH500A can be installed where conventional subwoofers cannot, such as under or behind a seat and can easily be connected to aftermarket car stereos or integrated into factory installed systems. MSRP: $300.00

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ROCKFORD FOSGATE PUNCH PM600X4 AMPLIFIER

PowerBass has developed a compact subwoofer enclosure that uses an 8” single voicecoil subwoofer in a slot-port MDF enclosure. The bass system can handle up to 400W max input power. Includes protective woofer bars as shown. Measures just 19.25”W x 11.25”H x 5.5”D. MSRP: $199.99

The Punch PM600X4 multi-channel amplifier is versatile to power any audio system configuration. In addition to 4-channel stereo mode, you can bridge both channels to create a high power 2-channel amp, or run stereo speakers on the front with subwoofers on the rear in 3-channel mode. The variable HP/LP crossover and built-in Punch EQ allows for precise tuning of Bass frequencies. Based on Rockford’s award-winning PUNCH Series amplifier technologies, the new PUNCH Class-AB and Class-BD models in the element-ready line brings Rockford’s acclaimed sonic-signature to the outdoors in a chassis designed to withstand the elements. MSRP: $499.00

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M DSTRO RIAN E OTOS: B NA PH U L E D NE : DEAN WORDS

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hanks to the explosion of interest in weekend toys like watercrafts and UTVs, Rockford Fosgate has shifted its focus to provide customers with powersports and marine audio specific equipment, so that they can play and still listen to their favorite tunes.

“They want it fast, fun and loud!” says Jake Braaten, a member of Rockford Fosgate’s product development team.

In 2012, Rockford Fosgate began partnerships with many SXS (side by side) manufacturers to create equipment for this specific powersports application. “Project RZR” began with two employees of Rockford Fosgate - Braaten and Dan Hunter from their product development team. They tested and evaluated different materials and products that could work in both 2-seat and 4-seat Polaris RZRs. “This was no easy task considering the product has to withstand harsh UV, dirt, mud, sand, snow and any other destructive element you can think of,” Braaten says.

Braaten’s 2014 RZR XP4 1000, affectionately called the “Dirt Lab,” started by teaming up with TMW Offroad to begin the customization process from mild to wild with a few additions like a custom roll cage, doors, front and rear bumpers and custom roof. With all of the safety hardware in place, Braaten moved on to a full Rigid

Industries lighting system, focusing on a theme that was meant to light up the sky and the UTV’s undercarriage with the addition of roof, bumper and accent lighting.

Some 30x10-14 Kahuna tires with 14x7 LiteLoc wheels were chosen for the overall performance enhancement, and provided the additional 1.5” of ground clearance over the factory tire size to clear some of the larger rocks in the Arizona desert. All performance mods came from long-time leader in SXS performance products Muzzys racing, while creature comforts like seats and billet accessories were provided by Triple X Performance and Axia alloys. But the look wasn’t complete until the addition of a wrap by Wolf Designs.

With the looks of the XP4 finished, it was time to make it loud. Braaten chose to use the Punch M2 version of Rockford’s Powersports speaker line to put a combination of 16 midranges and tweeters in custom-designed enclosures as well as integrated into the rear seats. A 10” Power Series subwoofer was favored to fill out the low frequencies and was molded into the front dash for a compact and space-saving fitment. The speakers are powered by three of the ultra-compact Power T400X2ad amplifiers that deliver a total of 1,200W, and is controlled by Rockford Fosgate’s RFXMR5BB Powersports-specific source unit, which handles Bluetooth and iPod control with ease.

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GEAR: 2014 RZR XP1000 (4-DOOR)

AUDIO SYSTEM • PM262 Punch 6” Marine Full Range Speakers • PM282 Punch 8” Marine Full Range Speakers • T1S2-10 Power 10” Slim Power T1 Single 2-Ohm Subwoofer • RFX-MR5BB Black/Chrome waterproof wired controller • RFX6000-SX Hide Away AM/FM/SAT/MP3 digital media receiver • T400X2ad Power 400W Class-AD 2-Channel amplifier • Rockford Fosgate power wire, signal cable and distribution accessories and vibration control mat called “deadskin”

LIGHTING • Rigid Industries 30” E2 series combo roof light • Rigid Industries 10” E2 Series hyperspot bumper light • Red LED dome light • A Series red rock lights • SRM diffused back up light • Dually D2 drive spot lights INTERIOR • Axia Alloys rear view mirror • Fire extinguisher • Goggle holders • Billet accessories • Triple X Black Widow seats w/ custom mounted 6.5” speakers in rear seats • 5-point Simpson belts GMZ WHEELS AND TIRES • 30x10-14 Kahuna Tires w/ 14x7 LiteLoc Wheels EXTERIOR • Wolf Designs metallic wrap • TMW Off-Road X4 Radius Tig welded cage • Venom bumpers • Sidewinder doors PERFORMANCE • Muzzys dual exhaust system

Dan Hunter’s 2014 RZR XP 1000 2-seater has more of a “Split Personality” graphics theme created by Brand Smith and Rockford Fosgate designers. This custom designed rig began with a visit to Dragonfire Racing for all the safety and convenience features, in addition to a custom cage, bumpers and doors. Rigid Industries lighting is significant throughout the design and makes it fully capable for all late night activities. Hunter opted for 14” ITP wheels and Bajacross tires to make the stance just right and the upgraded 30

Walker Evans shocks handles all of the suspension needs. Rugged Radio car-to-car communication products were added for multi-vehicle expeditions, so that drivers could still contact each other despite the growl from its upgraded Muzzy exhaust and performance products.

After helping build Braaten’s XP4, Hunter selected a pair of Punch M1 Series full-range speakers and a single Prime Series 10” subwoofer, all from Rockford Fosgate’s Powersports line of products for his own RZR XP. With saving weight in mind, Hunter installed dual lightweight Punch BRT amplifiers to power the system. Bluetooth was made available by a separated phone controlled module called the RFBTAUX that works perfectly in the off-road environment.

After many hours of research and development Rockford Fosgate’s test sleds have made their mark on the desert landscape and have launched more than 100 products specifically for the offroad enthusiast.

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GEAR: 2014 RZR XP1000 (2-DOOR)

AUDIO SYSTEM • RM1652B Prime 6.5” Marine Full Range speakers in black • RM110D4B Prime 10” dual 4-Ohm subwoofer in black • PBR300X2 Punch 300W 2-Channel amplifier • RFPEQU universal PEQ remote and line driver • RFBTRCA universal Bluetooth to RCA adaptor COMMUNICATION • Rugged Radio car-to-car radio w/ push to talk intercom • H22 Ultimate Carbon Fiber two-way headset • RRP686 Revolution Series 2-4 Place Intercom w/ VOX capability

LIGHTING • Rigid Industries Marine Grade SR 30” light bar • Rigid Industries 6” light bar • Rigid Industries dome lights, backup lights and rock lights WHEELS AND TIRES • ITP 14x7 Black Ops Dual Bead Locks w/ custom white rings • 30x10R-14 Bajacross Tires INTERIOR • DragonFire Racing HighBack GT seats w/ custom Rockford Fosgate Logo 3” in black • H-style safety belts • Suede D Steering wheel w/ quick release • Billet shifter • SS side mirrors • Navigator bar w/ custom pad cover • Rear view mirror PERFORMANCE • Muzzys Dual Exhaust system EXTERIOR • TMW Off-Road cage, bumpers and doors • The Brand Smith Co. vehicle wrap

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Hitting the trails at dusk or night requires ample lighting to see what’s ahead and avoid any hazardous obstacles in any weather conditions.

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From street to sand, the DPR Light Bars are offered in a variety of sizes to fit your exact needs from their massive 50”Combination to a small 4.5” Spot Beam. Their LED OPTICS offer 5 years of continuous use. Their lights feature unique durable Mar/UV resistant painting technology, low power consumption, and military standard breathers. MSRP: 50” $1,500.00, 31.5” $972.00, 21.5” $676.00, 13.5” $486.00, 4.5” $264.00

MARQUEE OFF-ROAD 7” DOUBLE ROW LED LIGHT BAR 714.894.1398 | MARQUEEOFFROAD.COM FACEBOOK.COM/MARQUEEOFFROAD @MARQUEEOFFROAD New from Marquee Off-Road is a compact 7” 36W double row LED light bar that comes in a powder coated aluminum die cast housing. It features 12 bulbs that produce 2,520 lumens of 6500K white light. This shock resistant and waterproof light bar comes complete with a fully adjustable stainless steel side mount and rail mount brackets. Their robust LED light bar comes with a lifetime manufacturer’s warranty. MSRP: $99.99

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Rigid Industries Amber & White Dual Function LED Lights meet the changing conditions with one light system. These lights feature a top row of amber LEDs and bottom row of white LEDs and includes a three-position rocker switch. These lights are available in a 20”-50” housing. This Dual Function LED light bar is designed to project light at extreme distances while consuming very little power. Whether it’s rain, smoke, dust or fog, Amber & White LED Lights will cut through any quick changing or extreme conditions at your fingertips. MSRP: $749.99 - $1,649.99

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LIGHTING RUGGED RIDGE WINDSHIELD LED LIGHT BAR KIT FOR 2007-15 JEEP WRANGLER JK 770.614.6101 | RUGGEDRIDGE.COM FACEBOOK.COM/RUGGEDRIDGE |

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Rugged Ridge is now offering an affordable solution to mounting your LED lights on the trails, this LED Windshield Light Bar kit is truly the most advanced light bar on the market!

Each light bar has low profile tabs, allowing you to mount three 13.5” LED light bars above your windshield for optimal trail illumination during nighttime off-roading. This easy, no drill solution uses a clean, welded design which replaces OE A-Pillar brackets with sturdy 2” steel tubing. This design also incorporates a special wind deflector above the light bar to prevent the whistling sound often associated with LED lights.

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RUGGED RIDGE X-CLAMP AND LED LIGHT KIT This innovative and unique X-Clamp and LED lighting kit combines the versatility of an X-clamp mounting system with pivotal fit technology and their exclusive LED lights. Their X-clamp mounting system allows JK owners versatile mounting to tubes ranging from 2.25” to 3” for various accessories including lights, antennas, and cameras. LED Lighting from Rugged Ridge was designed, engineered, and tested to illuminate the area around you for prime performance during your adventure, even after hours, without having to beat the clock. With this kit, you’ll never miss a moment of trail action again! MSRP: $230.99 per pair

SOCAL SUPERTRUCKS CURVED LRM LED LIGHT MOUNT 909.383.5454 | SOCALSUPERTRUCKS.COM FACEBOOK.COM/SOCALSUPERTRUCKS @SOCALSUPERTRUCKS Install a 50” curved LED light bar easily and securely with SoCal SuperTrucks’ mounting brackets on your 2005-2015 Toyota Tacoma! Available for late-model Chevy, Dodge, Ford, GMC, and Toyota trucks. These new mounts are designed for a 50” curved LED light bar with a single bolt side mount. The LRM brackets feature a low-profile design with off-road styling and strength.

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The Optimus Halo Series from Vision X features an immensely bright LED Halo around the outer edge of the IRIS Reflector.

With a separate wire, you’ll be able to wire the Halo up as a daytime running light, additional indicator lighting, or anything else you can imagine. The Optimus Series has been one of the most popular pod options in the LED market. Featuring longrange IRIS Reflector Technology, this 3” pod shines up to 883 feet of usable light while pushing out 1,052 lumens. Available in square or round styles. MSRP: $139.00 ea. $270.00 KIT (2 lights and wiring harness) 48

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Aftermarket accessories can make a huge difference in your vehicle’s appearance. It’s an easy upgrade that completes your custom.

A.R.E. ACCESSORIES LSX ULTRA SERIES TONNEAU COVER WITH OVERLAND OPTION 800.649.4ARE | 4ARE.COM | @AREACCESSORIES

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The LSX Ultra tonneau cover offers a premium fit, plus extra top-of-the-line features, including remote keyless entry and an extra bright interior LED light. When used with the Overland option, the LSX Ultra is the toughest looking and best fitting tonneau cover available. MSRP: $1,600.00

BOLT LOCK JK HOOD LOCK 877.251.8798 | BOLTLOCK.COM | @BOLTLOCK

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Secure your under hood items from theft with the one-key convenience of the JK Hood Lock from BOLT Lock! The solid steel construction and automotive grade technology add extra security to your Jeep hood helping to deter theft, and each lock comes with a rugged cap to help keep out dirt and moisture.

The JK Hood Lock is designed to fit the 2007-15 Jeep JK and rivets into existing holes so no drilling is required. Simply insert your Jeep key, turn once, and the JK Hood Lock permanently learns your key. MSRP: $59.99

BUSHWACKER COLOR-MATCHING POCKET-STYLE FENDER FLARES 800.234.8920 | BUSHWACKER.COM FACEBOOK.COM/BUSHWACKERINC @BUSHWACKERINC Bushwacker Color-Matching Pocket-Style Fender Flares come prefinished from Bushwacker’s factory to match the paint on many new trucks - no more sending the flares to the bodyshop for paint! The flares have an OE-quality finish and have the stainless steel pocket hardware bolts and rubber edge trim preinstalled, so all you have to do is bolt them on, which saves time. Available for a variety of trucks in many popular colors. Visit Bushwacker’s website for complete list of applications. MSRP: $849.00 50

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Cargoglide is the industry leader in slide out bed tray technology. All Cargoglides are shipped 100% fully assembled and only require 30 mins to install. Cargoglide has many applications to fit the needs of the consumer, starting with their very popular CG1000 70% extension to their CG2000XL 100% extension. CargoGlide takes great pride in providing our customers the best possible product to fit their daily needs.

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DPR OFF-ROAD SNIPER GRILLE 951.278.1500 | DPROFFROAD.COM FACEBOOK.COM/DPROFFROAD |

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The DPR Sniper Grille is made of stainless carbon steel, heavy-woven wire mesh and a 12 gauge frame accented with color matched studs. DPR grilles are a combination of off-road and street appeal and are made in the USA. With a number of options, from LED lights to accent studs DPR offers an array of fitments and looks to complement your DPR Wheels. Don’t be afraid to get creative and custom paint or custom finish your DPR accessories because it’s time to separate yourself apart from the herd. Be sure check out www.DPROffroad.com for more info on models and fitment and other DPR accessories now available online. MSRP: $1,065.00

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Whether you’re looking to get more organized and keep your stuff from sliding around, or you’re the type that just wants an easy spot to hide all your garbage, the durable Husky Liners GearBox keeps you looking clean and organized. MSRP: $169.95

HUSKY LINERS CONTRACTOR RACK & SUNSHADES The Husky Liners Aluminum Contractor Rack keeps your cab cool and protected while simultaneously allowing you to transport longer stuff. The heavy duty, aircraft-grade aluminum is built tough and coated with an enviro-friendly finish, which means it will never rust, even when scratched. It’s cool on so many levels. MSRP: $497.95 51

ACCESSORIES ROYALTY CORE BILLET ALUMINUM ADJUSTABLE HEADACHE RACK 541.343.3643 | ROYALTYCORE.COM FACEBOOK.COM/ROYALTYCORE |

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Royalty Core’s RC88 Billet Aluminum Adjustable Headache Racks replicate the look and design of their incredible custom grilles for the ultimate appearance. The RC88 is built inhouse using Royalty Core’s exclusive Octagon 4”x 2” wide profile custom billet aluminum frame laid out in a heavy-duty construction for literally the toughest rack on the market. The RC88 features detachable flexible T304 stainless steel, heavygauge Super Mesh that can be powdercoated any color and is corrosion resistant and flexible to better prevent denting in the event of cargo contact. MSRP: $1,199.00

TRUCK VAULT 1 DRAWER MAGNUM ALLWEATHER FOR 2007-15 JEEP WRANGLER JK 800.967.8107 | TRUCKVAULT.COM | TRUCKVAULT @TRUCKVAULT

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TruckVault is proud to present both covered and all-weather models that allow you to remove or leave your Jeep’s top on while securing your gear. Specifically sized to maximize available rear cargo space and secured with custom brackets, an installed TruckVault secure in-vehicle storage system provides you with the peace of mind knowing that your valuables are safe and sound no matter where you may be.

MSRP: Starting at $1,995.00

WILD BOAR PRODUCTS CARGO RACK 888.998.1980 | WILDBOARPRODUCTS.COM FACEBOOK.COM/WILDBOARPRODUCTS @WILDBOARPRODUCT | @WILDBOAR_PRODUCTS Wild Boar Cargo Racks feature 1¾” tubular steel with solidweld construction for durability and strength topped with a satin black marine powder coat finish that can withstand the elements. Rubber saddle dampeners eliminate all rack rattle, while gas-powered shocks hold the detachable basket in the upright position to make removing your soft top, or adjusting your hard top, a snap. The low-profile design hugs the vehicle’s lines while only adding 6”-7” to the overall height. It also flips out to double as an awning. Available accessories include canopies, cargo nets, cargo ladders, shovel mounts, wind fairings, light bars and more. MSRP: Starting at $1,230.00

WILD BOAR PRODUCTS NERF BARS SINGLE PIPE RUBICON SET-UP Need a little extra height reaching your roof rack or getting into your lifted Wrangler JK while also protecting the side of your vehicle during off-road adventures? Grab a set of Wild Boar Nerf Bars, featuring a trail-rugged, steel-constructed design that enhances the look of the Jeep while making it even tougher. Available in 2-door and 4-door versions. MSRP: Starting at $260.00 52

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Looks are nothing without performance. Check out these latest performance parts for your rig!

BANKS ENGINEERING RAM-AIR INTAKE SYSTEM FOR 2011-14 FORD F-150 3.5L ECOBOOST 877.278.0213 | BANKSPOWER.COM FACEBOOK.COM/BANKSPOWER |

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Banks Ram-Air Intake System for the 2011-14 Ford F-150 3.5L EcoBoost was flowbench developed and chassis dyno proven.

It is 64% less restrictive (at 600 CFM) than the stock system.

Its fully enclosed air filter housing draws in cooler, denser air to the engine for greater power and fuel economy. The oversized filter housing also has specially designed inlet and low-restriction tubing that optimize airflow. Banks includes a lifetime filter with a huge outlet and deep filter pleats that maximize flow. One system fits all model years; all hardware is included to cover every sensor variation. The Ram-Air is emissions legal in all 50 states. MSRP: $409.77

BULLY DOG GT PLATINUM TUNER FOR 2007-15 JEEP WRANGLER JK 877.285.5936 | BULLYDOG.COM FACEBOOK.COM/WEAREBULLYDOG | @BULLYDOGTECH

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Every Jeep deserves to perform at its peak, and the Bully Dog GT Platinum 40417 helps it do just that. The GT Platinum is packed full of features, optimizing your Jeep’s performance on and off the trail. The 40417 uses advanced, top-of-the line technology, such as off-road power tuning and idle adjust which is the best feature for keeping the vehicle voltage up, while running the winch or other electrical accessories. Here are just a few of many options: disable traction control for when you need tire speed, axle lockers, sway bar disconnect, or need to correct your speedometer for tire and axle changes. The 40417 is jam packed with custom options for Jeep enthusiasts. MSRP: $499.00

GIBSON PERFORMANCE EXHAUST METAL MULISHA EXHAUST SYSTEM FOR 2015 FORD F-150 800.528.3044 | GIBSONPERFORMANCE.COM FACEBOOK.COM/GIBSONPERFORMANCEEXHAUST @GIBSONEXHAUST The aggressive sound and style of Gibson’s Metal Mulisha Exhaust Systems finds it way onto the newest Ford F-150, with a large black ceramic coated tip, featuring a stainless steel skull badge. The 4” stainless steel tubing into the SuperFlow Muffler provides maximum flow, and maximum sound. It’s made in the USA and is backed by a Lifetime Limited Warranty.

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PERFORMANCE RIPP SUPERCHARGERS INTERCOOLED SUPERCHARGER KIT FOR 2015 JEEP WRANGLER JK 718.815.1313 | RIPPMODS.COM | FACEBOOK.COM/RIPPMODS @RIPPMODS | @RIPPSUPERCHARGERS RIPP Superchargers is the answer to modern Jeep performance.

They have introduced their newest kit for the 2015 Jeep Wrangler, which adds an additional 130 HP to the rear wheels. Additionally, RIPP Superchargers builds applications for 2005-2014 Wranglers, 2011-2015 Grand Cherokees and 2011-2015 Dodge Durangos.

The kits install in approximately eight hours and can yeild an additional 1-4 MPG at the pump. MSRP: $5,995.95

ROLLING BIG POWER AIR INTAKE SYSTEMS 877.519.9090 | ROLLINGBIGPOWER.COM FACEBOOK.COM/OFFICIALRBP @RBP @ROLLINGBIGPOWER Rolling Big Power air intake systems provide 5%-10% increase in horsepower, 10%-15% increase in torque and improved gas mileage and towing. The systems feature oversized air ducts for maximum air flow and air volume. It also has a patented closed sealed, oversized air boxes that provide increased air volume and protection from egine heat for a cooler charge of air to the engine, resulting in reduction of engine and transmission operating temperatures. The entire system utilizes factory mounting locations and uses factory smog components, as well as Donaldson PowerCore Filtration technology. Comes with a 150,000 Mile Warranty, has zero maintenance and exceeds all OE filtration standards, while not voiding the factory warranty. MSRP: $580.00

WILD BOAR PRODUCTS SNORKEL 888.998.1980 | WILDBOARPRODUCTS.COM FACEBOOK.COM/WILDBOARPRODUCTS @WILDBOARPRODUCT @WILDBOAR_PRODUCTS Go deep with the innovative Wild Boar Snorkel for Jeep JK and JKU. Made from impact resistant black ABS materials, the unique design flows with the JK body style for an unobstructed field of vision. It utilizes the Jeep stock air cleaner to avoid warranty issues and remains faithful to the original vehicle engineering.

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Suspension Systems are the basis of this magazine. Not only do they provide the proper ground and tire clearance, but they give your rig the aggressive look that sets it apart from the crowd.

BDS SUSPENSION LEVELING KITS AND SUSPENSION LIFTS FOR 2015 FORD F-150 517.279.2135 | BDS-SUSPENSION.COM FACEBOOK.COM/BDSSUSPENSIONS @BDSSUSPENSION BDS now offers a full lineup of leveling and lift kits for the new 2015 Ford F-150 trucks.

Kits include 2’’ leveling kits, 4’’ suspension lifts, 6’’ suspension lifts and 6’’ performance coilover systems able to clear up to 37’’ tires.

All kits are FMVSS 126 compliant to ensure on-road drivability while improving your trucks off-road capability. All kits include BDS’s nofine-print warranty and a 5-year/ 60,000-mile drivetrain warranty. Use it and abuse it with BDS Suspension. MSRP: $154.38 - $3,824.02

PRO COMP SUSPENSION LIFT KIT FOR 2015 FORD F-150 800.776.0767 | PROCOMPUSA.COM |

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The 2015 F-150 uses aluminum in order to shed weight and increase fuel economy, and Pro Comp has optimized the design to complement the F-150’s features with new high-clearance, one-piece crossmembers tailored to maximize strength while reducing weight. Ductile iron knuckles span the increased distance between the control arms with geometry designed for OEM stability control function and steering feel backed by FMVSS 126 compliance testing and the Pro Comp Promise Warranty. These new kits are complete with aluminum drive-shaft spacers, brake line relocation brackets, OE-style dual pin 4” lift blocks and top-grade hardware.

MSRP: $2,376.90

READY LIFT 6.5” OFF-ROAD SUSPENSION LIFT FOR 2014-15 CHEVY SILVERADO/GMC SIERRA 1500 4WD 877.759.9991 | READYLIFT.COM |

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The 6.5” front/ 4.0” rear 2014-15 Chevy Silverado/GMC Sierra 1500 4WD System Kit is specifically designed to give you a quality lift and rugged off-road strength while maintaining the factory ride on the streets. The complete kit, which includes a set of SST3000 rear shocks, features precision designed laser cut and CNC formed sub-frame assemblies that directly bolt in. It also comes with a patent-pending rack and pinion steering drop correction system and an integrated differential drop bracket system to insure correct CV axle angles and maximum performance in 4WD mode. Patentpending fabricated steel strut extensions provide the maximum 6.5” of front lift while 5.0” tall OEMstyle rear blocks provide a quality 4.0” rear lift. Also, a patent-pending steering extension keeps your steering performance like factory. MSRP: $1,995.95 58

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SKYJACKER 6” SUSPENSION LIFT KIT FOR 2015 FORD F-150 866.SKYJACKER | SKYJACKER.COM | @SKYJACKER

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Skyjacker’s 6” lift kit for the 2015 F-150 is constructed using high-clearance, laser cut and CNC formed cross members and highly engineered strut spacers, as well as provides a precise OEM fit.

Heavy-duty, custom-designed and CNC machined steering knuckles retain the larger 2015 OEM ball joint, maintaining OEM alignment specifications. The rear lift features one-piece, heavy-duty ductile iron lift blocks maintaining OEM ride quality and Hydro 7000 shocks. The kit includes a heavy-duty differential skid plate and requires 20” wheels and allows the use of 35” tires. All kits come with a limited lifetime warranty. MSRP: $1,499.99

SUPERLIFT SUSPENSION 4” LIFT KIT WITH REPLACEMENT RADIUS ARMS FOR 2014-15 RAM 2500 4WD PICKUPS W/DIESEL ENGINE 844.671.LIFT | SUPERLIFT.COM | @SUPERLIFTSUSPENSION

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Superlift’s 4” Lift Kit with replacement radius arms for 2014-15 Ram 2500 4WD pickups features a set of massive, high clearance, precision engineered, tubular radius arms designed to bolt right into the factory mounts giving your ride a truly custom look and an easy install.

Radius arms utilize a press fit Cleveite rubber bushing for superior vibration damping and durability. The 4” lift contains new progressive rated coil springs and a dropped Pitman arm that works in conjunction with our track bar relocation bracket to ensure proper steering geometry and track bar phasing. Replacement bump stops, 2” replacement coil springs, and a new track bar bracket are included. The factory bump stops, brake lines, and sway bar are relocated. Superlift Superide Shock, for all four corners, are also included. MSRP: $1,299.95

ZONE OFFROAD 2.75” COMBO LIFT KIT FOR 2015 CHEVY COLORADO/GMC CANYON 888.998.9663 | ZONEOFFROAD.COM FACEBOOK.COM/ZONEOFFROAD @ZONEOFFROAD | @ZONEOFFROAD If you’re looking to get some extra altitude under your new 2015 Chevy Colorado or GMC Canyon, Zone Offroad offers an affordable a 2.75” combo kit designed to lift and level your truck’s stance. The combo kit includes 1.25’’ e-coated steel top mounted strut spacers, along with a complete 1.5” body lift for enough clearance to fit 285/70R17 (32.71” tall) or comparable tires. The body lift includes crushproof body blocks, class 10.9 mounting hardware, and front/rear bumper brackets to retain the factory body lines. Installation is a breeze, with no cutting/welding/strut disassembly required. MSRP: $205.95

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Hitting the dunes, dirt, trials and rocks can take its toll on your ride. Protect it’s exterior with some added protection and armor.

A.D.D. BUMPER AND ROCK SLIDER KIT FOR 2015 FORD F-150 855.233.8992 | ADDOFFROAD.COM |

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Addictive Desert Design’s handsome trail protection for the new 2015 Ford F-150 consist of the Stealth Front Bumper, Venom Rear Bumper and a pair of rugged Rock Sliders. The powder coated Stealth front bumper is a hybrid of A.D.D.’s traditional Standard Pre-Runner Bumper that incorporates panels to give it a more refined look. This tough replacement bumper is 100% bolt-on, no cutting or welding required, making it easy to install. Pair the Stealth Front Bumper with the Venom Rear Bumper and you can take hits on the trail from both ends. Just like the Stealth bumper, the Venom bumper is comes in a tough power coat finish and are laser cut for a precise direct fit on your F-150 that won’t require any cutting or welding. To complete the look and 360 degree trail protection, a pair of Rock Sliders that are designed to take all the abuse from rocks and debris that get kicked up into the rocker panel while on your off-roading adventures. These rock sliders double as an entry step for your truck and its LED entry lighting feature helps you locate your footing in dark areas. Addictive Desert Design’s bumpers and rock rails are made with 0.120” wall steel tubing and are designed and manufactured in the U.S.A. MSRP: $4,975.00

FAB FOURS VENGEANCE SERIES PRERUNNER FRONT BUMPER FOR 2015 FORD F-150 866.385.1905 | FABFOURS.COM | @FABFOURSINC

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The new line of Vengeance Series bumpers are premium steel, non-winch, sensor bumpers are engineered to be light weight and offer a sleek and stylish finish for both the front and rear of your vehicle. The new Vengeance Series has an integrated 20” LED light bar in the center and mounting options on each side for two (2) 2” LED’s. The front bumper is sensor compatible and available in a no guard or pre-runner guard option. The finish on the bumpers is a two-stage matte black powder coat and is the newest offering for stylish front end protection from Fab Fours.

Bumpers are complete bolt-on with provided brackets that tie directly to the frame. MSRP: $1,750.00

ROAD ARMOR STEALTH WINCH BUMPER WITH TITAN GUARD 877.294.2726 | ROADARMOR.COM FACEBOOK.COM/ROADARMORBUMPERS @ROADARMOR | @ROAD_ARMOR This aggressive steel winch bumper by Road Armor has a muscular, multifaceted design that accentuates the lines of your FJ and provides a unique, utilitarian look. Equipped with recessed light pods for 4” diameter lights, heavy duty shackle mounts, accommodates up to a 9.5k non-integrated winch, 3/16” steel shell, 1/4” internal bracketry and gusseting, and a lifetime guarantee against breakage. MSRP: Starting at $1,599.00

ROAD ARMOR STEALTH BASE FRONT BUMPER WITH TITAN II GUARD Designed specifically around the vehicle’s body lines, this Stealth Base Front Bumper with Titan II Guard offers the ultimate in form, fit, and finish. Road Armor bumpers are designed to handle up to a Warn or Superwinch 12k non-integrated winch. Dual recessed light pods in two configurations for diameter lights or square LED’s. Tough

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3/16” outer steel shell and 3” diameter. 120 wall tubing with light mounts for 3 offroad lights and heavy duty solid shackle mounts. There is 1/4” internal brackets and gusseting, with shackle mounts included. Comes with manufacturer’s lifetime guarantee against breakage. It’s 100% made in the USA with American steel. MSRP: Starting at $2,499.00

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Known for their truck caps and tonneau covers, such was the case for A.R.E. in putting together a build based on the new Ford F-150. With their last project vehicle, a 2013 Chevy Silverado built in collaboration with the Wounded Warrior Project and winner of the Chevrolet SEMA Design Award for Best New Off-Road Silverado and Best New Chevrolet Interior, the A.R.E. team had some large shoes to fill with any new build they tackled.

However, the freshly redesigned Ford F-150 presented two major problems at the time: securing a 2015 model before it was available to the public and obtaining aftermarket parts and accessories to put together a SEMA-caliber build in time. Fortunately, A.R.E. was able to partner with some of the biggest names in the industry to help develop their products for the new F-150.

Together, they’ve put together an astonishing display vehicle that took seven months to complete before it was debuted at the 2014 SEMA Show.

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“We set out to build a truck for the extreme sports enthusiast, whether that be someone that takes a one-day mountain biking trip or a week-long snowboarding excursion,” says Caleb Drennen, A.R.E.’s marketing specialist. “From that idea, the truck grew into what you see today - an all-in-one, geared-up, ready-to-go extreme vehicle which we call the Extreme Sports Ford F-150.”

The main highlight of the build is A.R.E.’s ToolMaster HD MX Series Cap fitted with the optional Rigid Industries Light Bar. The cap features an internal skeleton that allows owners to carry more weight on the roof of the cap, as well as having the ability to mount multiple GoPros around the entire truck to capture all the action on any terrain it meets. A 6” Skyjacker Suspension system paired with King Shocks lifted the F-150 to accommodate the new 35” tall Toyo Open Country R/Ts, which were mated to 20” TIS Monster Edition wheels. An adjustable Air Lift Load Lifter was also installed, providing more stability in towing situations.

Extra protection and rugged style comes via front and rear Fab Fours bumpers and Bushwacker fender flares, while the front was fitted with Rigid Industries LED light bars and Plain N Simple Oracle Headlights for optimal lighting needs during night excursions. A Surco Safari Rock Rack Basket with a K2 Cooler allows for added cargo space for any expedition, while even more space is provided by the Truck Vault Lockable Truck Bed Storage Vault. An ARB Fridge Freezer keeps beverages and food nice and cold without ever having to worry about ice.

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A bold and bright blue exterior color was chosen, which was custom-painted by Aaron Lynch and matched with a custom interior by Trent’s Trick Upholstery. “With the help of our many great partners, we have built a perfect truck for the extreme sports enthusiast,” says Drennen. “The truck made its debut at the 2014 SEMA show, where it was awarded the Mothers Shine Award and the Ford Project Excellence Award.” Now the award-winning Ford is touring the nation, making stops at various events, including the 2015 X Games in Austin, Texas.

“We set out to build a truck for the extreme sports enthusiast, whether that be someone that takes a oneday mountain biking trip or a week-long snowboarding excursion.” – caleb drennen, a.r.e. marketing specialist

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GEAR: EXTREME SPORTS 2015 FORD F-150 BUILDER: Trent Van Arsdalen

• Plain N Simple Oracle Headlights • Truck Vault Lockable Truck Bed Storage Vault • K2 Coolers

EXTERIOR • Custom Paint: Aaron Lynch • A.R.E. MX Series Truck Cap • Rigid Industries LED Lighting • GoPro Cameras and Mounts • Axalta Coating Systems Paint • Fab Fours Bumpers • Surco Safari Roof Rack Basket • Bushwacker Fender Flares • Monster Hook Hitch • BOLT Hitch Lock

PERFORMANCE • Corsa Exhaust • Reikken Performance Battery Cells • Live Wire Performance Tuner SUSPENSION • Skyjacker Suspension • Air Lift Load Lifter • King Shocks

WHEELS & TIRES • 20” TIS 538 Monster Edition wheels • 35x12.50R20 Toyo Open Country R/T tires • Topline Accessories Lug Nuts INTERIOR • ARB Fridge Freezer and Air Compressor • Trent’s Trick Upholstery Custom Interior and Grille • Kicker Audio Speakers and Amplifiers

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S Customs is a shop that can build anything you dream up, but Owner/President Jeff Davis has a sweet spot for street rods and classic muscle cars. However, for SEMA 2014, the shop decided to step up their game and build something bigger than usual...literally!

Since SS Customs’ Vice President Jacob Anderson knew the ins and outs of the lifted truck world, he helped guide Davis with the shop’s first venture into creating a massive lifted build. With the goal to fabricate one of the baddest lifted trucks at the show, the SS Customs crew hit up Robbie Bryant from Keg Media for some added expertise.

The choices for which diesel truck to go with was between a Dodge Ram 2500 and a Ford F-250, and the crew decided to go with the Ford based on its overall look that fit better with their initial vision that incorporated a Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) theme. “When we were discussing what we wanted to do paint wise for this build, a calavera theme stood out and made the most sense for the overall tough look of the build,” says Anderson. “And 73

since Dia de los Muertos is a day devoted to paying respect to family and friends who have passed away, we thought it would fit perfectly with our goal of doing something different for a truck build.”

At first, black/white/greys were the color scheme, but the grey was soon dropped for an eye-catching red that made the airbrushed murals pop. “We gave Erik Contreras from Exile Airbrush the creative freedom to place the skulls where he thought fit best and we were thrilled with what he came up with,” he mentions.

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To build a badass truck, the shop knew they needed to add some height and went with a custom powder coated 10”-12” Kelderman Suspension Airride Lift (painted by Thermodyne Powder Coating in Pensacola, FL), which allows the F-250 to tower above its rivals at the largest aftermarket convention in the world. The 24x14 Hostile Exile Wheels are anything but ordinary with its airbrushed red accents that complement the truck’s bespoke airbrushed murals all framed in massive 40x15.50R24 Toyo Open Country M/T tires.

“We put a lot of time and effort into this build and it shows,” Anderson mentions. “We didn’t do everything bolt-on and made it a true custom truck. It shows in some of the little details, such as the frame being cleaned up and painted prior

to putting the new suspension on.” The entire project took eight months to complete before it was showcased to the public for the first time inside Hostile Wheels’ SEMA booth, where it received a lot admiring stares and nods of approval.

But the road to completion wasn’t without a few challenges, with the biggest one trying to adjust the truck’s bedcover.

“The bed cover we have on the truck couldn’t be mounted the way it comes due to the Backbone truck rack. We had to fabricate new brackets to allow us to use both the rack and the bedcover the way we wanted,” Anderson says. “The other big challenge we faced was making sure everything was up to our standards and ready prior to making the cross country journey to SEMA.”

As the biggest build the shop has ever done, Dia de los Muertos is now used as a promo vehicle to show what SS Customs can do. But with all of the elaborate airbrush work, Davis didn’t want to risk ruining the art by testing it out off-road and is more than satisfied by all the admiring glances while rolling on Fort Walton Beach streets. “We have a lot of people come by the shop just because they see it sitting out front. We are very proud of this truck since it was the first time we’ve ever built anything for SEMA,” he explains.

And if this Dia de los Muertos Ford F-250 is any indication of future off-road builds, expect to see more monstrous projects from SS Customs!

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GEAR: 2012 FORD F-250 “DIA DE LOS MUERTOS” SUSPENSION • 10”-12” Kelderman Airride Lift Powder Coated by Thermodyne Powder Coating, Pensacola, FL • Fox Shocks • VIAIR compressors • Accuair Air Ride control system • Color-matched Aluminum Mag-Hytec (Diff covers, Trans cover) EXTERIOR • Color-matched Fusion front and rear bumpers • Amp Research power steps • Hornblasters Air Horns • Cervinis Cowl Hood • Truxedo under rail tonneau cover • Backbone Bed Rack • Royalty Core Grille w/ OLB light bars • 52” Curved OLB Roof Light Bar • Monster Hooks custom painted recovery hooks • AVS Window Deflectors • SwingCase Bed Cases INTERIOR • BedRug Bed Carpet • Interior parts painted to match • Black suede headliner • Katzkin leather and suede seats PERFORMANCE • R1 Concepts Brake Rotors • Amsoil (Trans, Engine, Rear and Front Axle fluids) • MGP Caliper Customs engraved w/ “Dia de los Muertos” • Edge Programmer • SB Filters Intake • Gibson Cat-Back Exhaust WHEELS & TIRES • Hostile Exile 24x14 Wheels • 40x15.50R24 Toyo Open Country M/T tires • VV Concepts Spike Lug Nuts PAINT • Ford UH Tuxedo Black • Chromapremier BC • Brilliant Red AIRBRUSH PAINT • Supplied by RM –BASF - BL R-M, Black, White, DC5335 Clear • Painted by Erik Contreras w/ Exile Airbrush in Houston, TX

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ndy Canaza is no stranger to modifying cars...afterall, he is our magazine’s Mobile Electronics Director and has helped build countless project vehicles over the years.

But after working on other people’s projects, Andy wanted to create his own masterpiece and finally got the chance to turn his already mildly modded 2012 Toyota Tundra into the head turning ride that he wanted but never had the chance to put together.

“I always wanted to do something more to my daily driver, but it wasn’t until after we launched LFTD & LVLD that I decided to transform my Tundra into a project vehicle,” Andy mentions. “The truck was already lifted so I knew I had a solid platform to build on, and when I first saw how aggressive the new front end of the 2015 Tundras were I knew instantly that I wanted the same look for my 2012 model.”

Since the 2015 Toyota Tundra kept a lot of the same styling cues from before, Andy figured it would be easier to do a front-end conversion instead of having to purchase the new model he admired. Now, came the hard part. Because Andy knew how much work was needed to tackle the conversion, he got some help from Shawn Lucero from Rogue Offroad in Las Vegas, NV. “I’m glad I called my buddy Shawn to come help me knock 83

it out,” he says. “It took us 12 hours to finish the job since we had to make sure everything lined up correctly. The hardest part was aligning the components up so that it all just fit perfectly.

Either the grille sat too low or the bumpers weren’t perfectly straight, so it was a tedious task that we really had to take our time on to get just right.” To complete the transformation he fitted Bushwacker fender flares and Fab Fours front and rear bumpers to give it an all around tougher look.

He added a Rugged Ridge winch with a Factor 55 ProLink shackle mount and AnzoUSA U-bar projector headlights and L.E.D tail lights.

The suspension was set up by Bryan and the crew at Bulletproof Suspension in Mentone, CA, where he installed a 15” Bulletproof suspension system and added the parts Nitro Gears sent over, including some Auburn Gear Limited Slip Differential (LSD), that made a huge difference for Andy’s daily commute. “They really improved the overall driving experience of the Tundra. It handles a lot better and the Nitro gears gave me back the power I lost with my bigger wheel setup.

I’m now able to change gears a lot faster than before and it helped out a lot with improved gas mileage as well. And as far as the lift, it really

makes my truck look more aggressive now that it has the new front end. I get to really stand above everyone else on the road.” To keep the look clean and compensate for the huge lift he also installed the retractable AMP Research Power Steps to help him get in and out easily.

If the Tundra’s massive height alone doesn’t catch your attention, its 3M matte aluminum vinyl wrap will. While it’s actually not a bright and eye-catching color, it’s not something you see on a daily basis which is what makes it stand out. Andy opted for a fresh set of 22” TIS 535 wheels that were color-matched to the wrap and then perfectly paired with a set of 40” tall Nitto Mud Grapplers.

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upgraded the interior with creature comforts including a Webasto sunroof and redoing the interior with custom-fitted ALEA Leather. The center console was topped off with the extra large Alpine INE-Z928HD head unit, which has an 8” WVGA screen and features all the infotainment he wanted in a source unit.

Boasting more than $45K in aftermarket parts, Andy’s Tundra was unveiled at the 2014 SEMA Show where it was well received by show goers. Now, that he’s finished and satisfied with his build, he’s looking to the future and is considering another truck or a C7 Corvette.

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GEAR: 2012 TOYOTA TUNDRA

EXTERIOR • Webasto Sunroof • FabFours front and rear bumpers • Rugged Ridge winch • Anzo U-bar projector headlights and LED tail lights • 3M (matte aluminum) vinyl wrap • Bushwacker fender flares • RK Sport custom hood • Amp Research power steps • Factor 55 ProLink shackle mount WHEELS & TIRES • 40x15.50R22LT Nitto Mud Grapplers • 22x12 TIS 535 wheels

SUSPENSION • Bulletproof 15” lift PERFORMANCE • Nitro Gears • Auburn Gear (LSD) Limited Slip Differential • Metal Mulisha exhaust by Gibson Performance • K&N intake • R1 Concepts rotors INTERIOR • Alpine INE-Z928HD head unit • ALEA Leather interior

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RK SPORT RKSPORT.COM

ALEA LEATHER ALEALEATHER.COM

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NITTO TIRE NITTOTIRE.COM

ANZOUSA ANZOUSA.COM

AMP RESEARCH AMP-RESEARCH.COM

ALPINE ALPINE-USA.COM

GIBSON GIBSONPERFORMANCE.COM

TIS WHEELS TISWHEELS.COM

BUSHWACKER BUSHWACKER.COM

EKSTROM DESIGN FACEBOOK.COM/EKSTROMDESIGNFABRICATION

WEBASTO WEBASTO.COM

FABFOURS FABFOURS.COM

BULLETPROOF BULLETPROOFSUSPENSION.NET

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GEAR WHEELS 2CRAVE XTREME NX-3 714.690.5300 | 2CRAVE.COM FACEBOOK.COM/2CRAVE @2CRAVE SIZE: 18X9, 20X9, 20X10, 22X11 FINISH: GLOSSY BLACK MACHINED FACE, CHROME

2CRAVE XTREME NX-5 SIZE: 18X9, 20X9 FINISH: SATIN BLACK MACHINED FACE, CHROME

AMERICAN WHEEL FORCE RETRO 888.891.7365 | AMERCIANFORCEWHEELS.COM FACEBOOK.COM/AMERICANFORCEWHEELS @AMERICAN_FORCE @AMERICANFORCEWHEELS SIZE: 20, 22, 22.5, 24, 26 FINISH: POLISHED ALUMINUM WITH OPTIONAL POWDER COATING AVAILABLE

AMERICAN WHEEL FORCE BRAWLER SIZE: 22X16, 24X16 FINISH: POLISHED ALUMINUM WITH POWDER COATED COMPONENTS

DIAMOND PERCISION RACING STEALTH 951.278.1522 | DPROFFROAD.COM FACEBOOK.COM/DPROFFROAD | @DPROFFROAD SIZE: 18X9, 20X9, 20X10, 22X10 FINISH: MATTE DIAMOND, BLACK, BLACK WITH A MILLED SPOKE, CHROME, GREY

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Custom truck wheels don’t just look tough, they are tough. Supporting more than a couple of tons and enduring punishing rough terrain, today’s wheels just can’t get away with good looks anymore. From the best aluminum alloy, forged wheels and beadlock race wheels now come in a wide range of styles and finishes.

You’ll find a set of wheels for your rig that looks good and performs well both on-and off-road terrain.

DIAMOND PERCISION RACING BERRETA SIZE: 20X12, 22X12, 24X12, 24X14 FINISH: MATTE DIAMOND, BLACK MACHINE, BLACK WITH ENGRAVED LIP, BLACK WITH A BLACK LIP

DROPSTARS OFF-ROAD 647 BM 877.283.9433 | DROPSTARS.COM FACEBOOK.COM/DROPSTARSWHEELS @DROPSTARS | @DROPSTARSWHEELS SIZE: 17X9, 18X9, 20X9, 22X9.5 FINISH: SATIN BLACK W/ CNC MILLED ACCENTS AND CHROME D-STAR CAP

DROPSTARS OFF-ROAD MONSTER EDITION 648 MB SIZE: 20X9, 20X10, 22X9.5 FINISH: GLOSS BLACK W/ MIRROR MACHINED ACCENTS, GREEN MONSTER M-CLAW LOGO AND CHROME LIP EDGE BOLTS

HOSTILE EXILE 909.444.0854 | HOSTILEWHEELS.COM FACEBOOK.COM/HOSTILETRUCKS @HOSTILEWHEELS SIZE: 20X9, 20X10, 20X12, 20X14, 22X10, 22X14, 24X14 FINISH: BLADECUT, IRONCUT, ASPHALT, ARMOR PLATE

K2 OFF-ROAD FITZ 888.899.9386 | K2OFFROADWHEELS.COM FACEBOOK.COM/K2OFFROAD @PINNACLEWHEEL SIZE: 17X9,18X9 FINISH: MATTE BLACK MACHINED

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GEAR WHEELS LRG RIMS PIKE 109 855.577.5633 | LRGRIMS.COM FACEBOOK.COM/LRGRIMS @LRG_RIMS | @LRGRIMS SIZE: 20X10, 20X12, 22X10 FINISH: MACHINED SATIN BLACK

LRG RIMS SPLITS 104 SIZE: 20X9, 20X12 FINISH: SATIN BLACK / MILLED

MKW M93 909.444.0164 | MKWALLOY.COM FACEBOOK.COM/MKWALLOY @MKWALLOY SIZE: 18X9, 20X9, 20X13 FINISH: ANTHRACITE GREY, SATIN BLACK, CHROME

ROLLING BIG POWER BLADE 877.519.9090 | ROLLINGBIGPOWER.COM FACEBOOK.COM/OFFICIALRBP @RBP | @ROLLINGBIGPOWER SIZE: 24X12 FINISH: BLACK MACHINED FINISH, ALL CHROME AVAILABLE

ROLLING BIG POWER COLT SIZE: 20X9, 20X10, 22X12 FINISH: BLACK MACHINED FINISH, ALL CHROME AVAILABLE

TIS OFF-ROAD 538 MB 877.283.9433 | TISWHEELS.COM FACEBOOK.COM/TWENTYINCHESSTRONG @TISWHEELS SIZE: 17X9, 18X9, 20X9, 20X10, 20X12 FINISH: GLOSS BLACK W/ MIRROR MACHINED FACE W/ CHROME T-STAR CAP

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GEAR WHEELS TIS OFF-ROAD MONSTER EDITION 539BM 877.283.9433 | TISWHEELS.COM FACEBOOK.COM/TWENTYINCHESSTRONG @TISWHEELS SIZE: 20X9, 20X10, 20X12, 22X12 FINISH: GLOSS BLACK W/ CNC MILLED ACCENTS, GREEN MONSTER M-CLAW LOGO AND BLACK LIP EDGE ACCENTS

ULTRA MOTORSPORTS 176 VAGABOND 800.321.4456 | ULTRAWHEEL.COM FACEBOOK.COM/ULTRA.WHEEL ULTRA_MOTORSPORTS | @ULTRAWHEELCOMPANY SIZE: 15X8, 16X8, 17X9, 20X9 FINISH: GLOSS BLACK W/ DIAMOND CUT FACE , SATIN BLACK

ULTRA MOTORSPORTS X106 SAWBLADE SIZE: 17X8.5 FINISH: SATIN ANTHRACITE GREY W/ SATIN BLACK X-LOK LIP AND ANTHRACITE GREY BOLTS, SATIN BLACK W/ SATIN BLACK X-LOK LIP AND ANTHRACITE GREY BOLTS

WALKER EVANS 501 LEGEND 800.321.4456 | ULTRAWHEEL.COM FACEBOOK.COM/WALKEREVANSRACING @ULTRAWHEELCOMPANY SIZE: 15X8, 16X8, 17X8.5 FINISH: SATIN BLACK W/ SATIN BLACK X-LOK LIP AND ANTHRACITE GREY BOLTS, SATIN BLACK W/ DIAMOND CUT FACE AND SATIN BLACK X-LOK LIP AND ANTHRACITE GREY BOLTS

WORX 807 LEDGE 800.321.4456 | WORXWHEELS FACEBOOK.COM/WORX.ALLOY @WORX_WHEELS SIZE: 20X9 FINISH: SATIN BLACK W/ MILLED ACCENTS AND SPOT MILL DIMPLES

WORX 808 BEAST II SIZE: 18X9, 20X9, 20X12 FINISH: GLOSS BLACK W/ MILLED ACCENTS, SATIN BLACK W/ SPOT MILLED DIMPLE

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Off-road truck tires know no limits. Are you planning to take your rig on rutted roads, muddy bogs, or snow-covered trails? There’s a tire that will get you there and take you back home in one piece. Allterrain and mud-terrain tires come in traditional 15” to 17” wheel diameter sizes, but now also come in unique fitments that will go on 18” to 24” wheels without compromising your vehicle’s off-road or on-road capabilities.

ATTURO TRAIL BLADE M/T 855.632.8031 | ATTURO.COM FACEBOOK.COM/ATTUROTIRES @ATTUROTIRE | @ATTUROTIRES

ATTURO TRAIL BLADE X/T

The Atturo Trail Blade M/T is a performance mud terrain tire. The Trail Blade M/T was designed to provide a strong core with excellent traction all wrapped in aggressive style. Atturo uses a specially made segmented aluminum mold, which creates a much higer degree of uniformity throughout the tire. This helps reduce vibration and improves overall quality of the finished tire.

The innovative, new Atturo Trail Blade X/T offers rugged performance and amazing style in a new kind of all-terrain tire for owners of lifted vehicles and modified SUVs. Atturo now offers the aggressive sidewall style of our popular Trail Blade M/T combined with a tread designed for performance on the trail, as well as on the road. They collaborated once again with Jared West of Quartermaster Knives to create their “cutting edge” tire design.

GENERAL GRABBER 800.847.3349 | GENERALTIRE.COM FACEBOOK.COM/GENERALTIRE @TEAMGT | @GENERAL_TIRE When the GRABBER Competition tire was introduced, it surpassed all expectations and proved to be the ultimate contender in the desert. General Tire has brought the same race-winning technology to the light truck market with its General GRABBER. Re-engineered with a balance of off-road capabilities and on-road manners, the GRABBER is a welcome addition to today’s light truck market. It’s the strongest tire General has produced to date. With reinforced puncture-resistant sidewalls, Duragen technology, and strake and chamfer tread design, this tire delivers aggressive offroad traction along with stability and quiet on paved roads.

KEY SIZES: 35X12.50R20, 35X12.50R18, 35X12.50R17, 37X12.50R17

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GENERAL GRABBER AT2 Whether rolling down the highway or across rugged off-road terrain, the GRABBER AT2 provides outstanding traction and confidence no matter the road surface. This tough, allterrain designed tire has an aggressive, selfcleaning tread pattern that provides off-road traction, durability and impressive paved road performance. At the same time, the aggressive tread pattern has been engineered to provide a quiet, comfortable ride during highway driving.

While this tire performs with excellence in dry and wet conditions, it’s also snowflake approved and meets the severe snow service requirements of the RMA and RAC. KEY SIZES: LT265/70R17, LT275/65R18, 33X12.50R18LT, 305/50R20

HANKOOK DYNAPRO MT 800.HANKOOK | HANKOOKTIREUSA.COM FACEBOOK.COM/HANKOOKUSA @HANKOOKUSA @HANKOOKUSARACING The Dynapro MT is designed for serious offroad enthusiasts. Special design features, such as tapered “V” shaped tread blocks, provide better grip in mud, sand and snow.

Unique stone “ejector” grooves along with a rugged shoulder help prevent damage from impacts. It is this attention to design that has help make the Dynapro MT the tire of choice for extreme off-roading.

HANKOOK DYNAPRO AT-M Developed with innovative tread and sidewall designs, the Dynapro AT-M is an aggressive premium all-terrain tire for light trucks, vans and sport utility vehicles. The Dynapro AT-M offers unsurpassed grip, style, and performance both on and off-road.

LEXANI MUD BEAST MT

NITTO TERRA GRAPPLER G2

877.4.LEXANI | LEXANITIRES.COM FACEBOOK.COM/LEXANITIRES @LEXANITIRES

888.648.8652 | NITTOTIRE.COM FACEBOOK.COM/NITTOTIRE @NITTOTIRE

The Lexani Mud Beast has arrived and is ready, willing and able to eat up the terrain!

All-out maximum traction provides off-road drivers the ability to scale rocky terrain in addition to just about anything nature can throw its way! Unsurpassed off-road performance in rain, sleet, mud or snow, with its beefed up sidewall and tread protection, this tire also provides minimal noise, a comfortable ride and a price point off-road enthusiasts will appreciate. The Lexani Mud Beast’s awesome tread, sidewall and shoulder treatment will set your vehicle apart from the crowd and make a clear statement that you are now destined to rule the road, whatever that road may be.

The new Terra Grappler G2 is the evolution of Nitto’s flagship light truck and SUV tire which has been re-engineered inside and out to balance enthusiasts’ on-road and off-road performance demands with unprecedented treadwear. The G2 uses a new rubber compound that’s unique in Nitto’s Grappler line which significantly improves treadwear, allowing the tires to be covered by a 50,000mile limited treadwear warranty for LTmetric and floatation sizes and 65,000-mile warranty for hard-metric sizes. Additional improvements on the G2 include full-depth siping and continuous lateral groves for better wet traction, as well as noisecancelling variable pitch tread blocks.

KEY SIZES: 295/70R17, 35/12.5R17, 35/12.5R18, 33/12.5R20, 35/12.5R20

KEY SIZES: 35X12.50R17, 35X12.50R18, 35X12.50R20, 37X12.50R20

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PRO COMP XTREME MT2 RADIAL

888.648.8652 | NITTOTIRE.COM FACEBOOK.COM/NITTOTIRE @NITTOTIRE

800.776.0767 | PROCOMPUSA.COM FACEBOOK.COM/PROCOMPUSA @PROCOMPUSA

The new Exo Grappler AWT tires are designed specifically to deliver consistent traction on dirt trails, gravel and farmland, while providing driving comfort when cruising at highway speeds. Thanks to a new chipresistant all-weather compound, three-ply sidewall construction and large, thick sidewall lugs, this tire returns superior puncture resistance and carries a Three Peak Mountain Snowflake winter tire rating. The tire also features molded stud holes that are compatible with TSMI #15 sized studs for even more added winter traction. Exo Grappler AWT tires are available in the most popular 17”, 18” and 20” rim diameter sizes.

The Pro Comp Xtreme MT2 radial is designed for full-size trucks and SUVs that see a combination of on- and off-road use. No matter if it’s hauling heavy loads or exploring rugged terrain, the new Xtreme MT2 delivers the toughness and traction needed to get the job done. The aggressive open tread design was optimized using computer modeling to deliver unsurpassed grip and control without excessive noise. It also delivers improved self-cleaning performance in mud and snow.

Pro Comp Xtreme MT2 Tires come with their 40,000 Mile Tread Wear Warranty.

TOYO OPEN COUNTRY M/T 800.442.8696 | TOYOTIRES.COM FACEBOOK.COM/TOYOTIRES @TOYOTIRES

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TOYO OPEN COUNTRY R/T

The Open Country M/T is designed to help full-sized pickups work hard on pavement, then work just as hard when roads are muddy, snowy, and rocky—or when there are no roads at all. The Open Country M/T combines solid on-road performance with extra ground clearance, higher load-carrying capacity, and greater ability to go off-road.

Truck enthusiasts know it for its long wear, low noise, and aggressive tread pattern.

Sizes to fit 15” through 24” wheels.

Off-road performance meets on-road comfort with the all-new Open Country R/T. Built rugged for any terrain, this tire offers excellent off-road traction, durable construction and aggressive styling. Its ability to tackle dirt, sand and rocks is inspired by the legendary Open Country M/T, while its quieter ride is a nod to Toyo’s bestselling Open Country A/T II. These tires are backed by a 45,000-mile treadwear warranty and are 100% American-made at the stateof-the-art Toyo Tires factory in Georgia.

Nearly double the sizes are now available, including a new 37X12.50R22.

KEY SIZES: LT315/60R20, 35X12.50R22LT, 37X13.50R24LT, 40X15.50R24LT

KEY SIZES: 35X12.50R17LT, 37X13.50R17LT, 35X13.50R20LT, 37X12.50R22LT

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JEEP SUSPENSION BDS SUSPENSION DUAL STEERING STABILIZER KITS FOR 1997-2006 JEEP WRANGLER TJ 517.279.2135 | BDS-SUSPENSION.COM FACEBOOK.COM/BDSSUSPENSIONS @BDSSUSPENSION BDS Suspension has single and dual steering stabilizer kits for Jeep vehicles to improve handling and keep you in control behind the wheel. Available with 5500-series and Fox 2.0 cylinders, these steering stabilizers are designed to dampen front end shimmy caused by oversized tires. Single kits are a factory replacement while the dual kits use the BDS-branded center bracket to mount pair stabilizers end-to-end for a great look and better dampening.

The Fox 2.0 dampers feature 50/50 gas pressurized cylinders for superior dampening and the ultimate handling experience. All kits are 100% bolt-on. MSRP: $47.32 - $387.08

METALCLOAK GAME-CHANGER SUSPENSION SYSTEM 916.631.8071 | METALCLOAK.COM FACEBOOK.COM/METALCLOAK |

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MetalCloak’s “bolt-on” JK Wrangler Game-Changing Suspension System outperforms all other production suspension systems, including long-arm kits in travel, articulation, and flex at a fraction of the overall cost. With the latest in suspension technology, the system features the 6Pak Long Travel Shocks that provide up to 14” of travel, True DualRate Coils, Duroflex Control Arms, and solid chromoly front and rear Duratrak bushing equipped track bars. Ease of installation and unsurpassed patent-protected performance is only found in MetalCloak’s game-changing suspension for the Jeep JK Wrangler. MSRP: Part#7110 $3,999.00

READYLIFT 4.5” SUPER FLEX SUSPENSION LIFT W/ HD FRONT TRACK BAR AND FOX EVO SHOCKS FOR 2007-15 JEEP WRANGLER JK 877.759.9991 | READYLIFT.COM | @READYLIFT

@TEAMREADYLIFT

The ReadyLIFT off-road suspension for the 2007-15 Jeep Wrangler JK 4.5” Super Flex with HD Front Track Bar and Fox EVO Shocks system combines the best engineered solutions to create the ultimate, yet more affordable 4.5” Lift Short Arm Flex Kit. It includes beefy 1-3/4” - 5/16” Drawn Over Mandrel tube steel front and rear control arms, which are combined with with the absolute best and strongest flex joints on the market - the Currie Original Johnny Joint on one end and their new patentpending TCT – Terrain Control Technology – flex joints on the other end. The 4.5” of front lift and 3.5” of rear lift is achieved with ReadyLIFT’s progressive wound off-road coil springs. This lift includes heavy-duty extended length front and rear sway bar end links that do not compromise on-road handling nor maximum flexing qualities. MSRP: $2,974.76 102

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JEEP SUSPENSION RUBICON EXPRESS EXTREME-DUTY LONG ARM 4-LINK KIT FOR 2007-15 JEEP WRANGLER JK 866.533.7706 | RUBICONEXPRESS.COM FACEBOOK.COM/RUBICONEXPRESS @RUBICONEXPRESS1 | @RUBICONEXPRESS Rubicon Express’ 4-Link Extreme-Duty long arm high-performance suspension systems deliver both performance and control that are unmatched by any other long arm kit for both 2-and 4-door JKs on the market. They feature adjustable chromoly lower control arms that will stand up to anything you can drive over.

The PT-MEG Super-Ride bushings and Super-Flex joints are sure to provide superior handling while not limiting articulation. The kit’s full-width, heavy-duty transmission crossmember allows for extreme durability and frame rigidity. This also allows for installation that is much easier than most competitor kits by eliminating the need for welding. Kits also offer an optional robust belly pan. MSRP: $3,003.33 - $3,409.99

SKYJACKER 4” SUSPENSION LIFT FOR 2007-15 JEEP WRANGLER JK 866.SKYJACKER | SKYJACKER.COM FACEBOOK.COM/SKYJACKERSUSPENSIONS @SKYJACKER Skyjacker’s soft ride 4” lift kit for 2007-15 Jeep Wrangler JK comes equipped with everything you will need to get the lift and clearance that you want. This cost effective lift kit uses soft ride coils that are constructed using hot wound 5160 material preset solids to allow full coil bind and eliminate sagging in order to maintain OEM-ride quality. Shot peened for tensile strength and comes with front and rear track bar brackets, bump stop extensions, extended rear sway bar end links, Hydro shocks and cam bolts. It is recommended to run 35” tires and all Skyjacker kits come with a limited lifetime warranty. MSRP: $773.30

ZONE OFFROAD SWAY BAR DISCONNECT FOR JEEP VEHICLES 888.998.9663 | ZONEOFFROAD.COM FACEBOOK.COM/ZONEOFFROAD | @ZONEOFFROADPRODUCTS

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Improve your Jeep’s off-road performance with Zone Offroad’s sway bar disconnects. Designed to offer quiet on-road stability, these sway bar links can be disconnected in seconds to unleash your Jeep’s true potential. Kits include a solid steel shaft, lower quick release pin and upper adjustable heim joint. Also supplied are a pair of heavy-duty lanyards to keep the sway bar out of the way while out on the trail. Sway bar disconnect kits are available for stock and lifted Jeep JK, TJ, YJ, XJ, MJ, ZJ. MSRP: $99.95 104

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Protect your Jeep’s exterior from any terrain with some added armor.

A.D.D. STEALTH FIGHTER FRONT BUMPER FOR 2007-15 JEEP WRANGLER JK 855.233.8992 | ADDOFFROAD.COM FACEBOOK.COM/ADDOFFROAD |

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The Addictive Desert Designs Jeep Stealth Fighter series bumpers will make your rig look fast, even while standing still. By combining the tubing of a traditional pre-runner style bumper and the encapsulating enclosed panel design, it has a very innovative style that leaves jaws dropping everywhere you go. Built in the USA using high-strength American steel, their products give you the same sense of pride A.D.D. has about quality manufacturing allowing you to feel personal about your Jeep and proud to own products with the A.D.D. name proudly displayed on them. MSRP: Starting at $737.00

METALCLOAK METALCLOAK JK OVERLAND JEEP BODY ARMOR SYSTEMS 916.631.8071 | METALCLOAK.COM FACEBOOK.COM/METALCLOAK |

@METALCLOAK

Metalcloak JK Overland Jeep Body Armor Systems consist of one-piece replacement fenders for the front and rear factory plastic flares that seamlessly fit with the Overland Rocker Guard/FlipStep. Fenders provide added clearance for larger tires and additional strength, while the Flip-Step Rocker features dual purpose rock protection with a high position for extra ground clearance or a low position that gives protection and a lower step height to aid in getting in and out of your Jeep!

Other features include: simplified installation, hand-welded for unparalleled fitment, increased strength, added tire clearance, and availability in steel or lightweight aluminum.

The products are sent in your choice of uncoated raw or finished with MetalCloak’s signature texture-black powdercoat. MSRP: Part#3500 2 dr or #3501 4 dr - $1,599.00 to $1,709.00

ROAD ARMOR FRONT AND REAR BUMPERS FOR 2007-15 JEEP WRANGLER JK 877.294.2726 | ROADARMOR.COM FACEBOOK.COM/ROADARMORBUMPERS @ROADARMOR | @ROAD_ARMOR Manufactured from 3/16” hot rolled steel and cut, formed and welded in Dallas, TX, the Jeep WranglerJK bumpers feature heavy-duty 7/8” solid shackle mounts welded inside and out.

The bumpers also have 1/4” frame mounts and built-in winch plate designed to accommodate up to a 12,500K winch. The Stealth bumper fits a 20”LED light bar and two sets of 4” LED lights, while the Stubby fits only a 10” light bar. They also offer two rear bumper options with recessed light mounts for Rigid SRM-style lights and optional heavy-duty tire carrier rated for up to a 38” diameter tire. All products come with a lifetime warranty against structural defects. MSRP: Stubby $779.95, Stealth $1,399.95, Rear $949.95, Rear w/ tire carrier $1,699.95 106

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he 2014 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, NV may have started out like any other year, but it ended with “the crunch heard around the world,” according to Shaun Freilich of Texas-based Complete Customs. Jeep fans may have already heard about what will be one of SEMA’s most talked about incidents in the history of the aftermarket specialty show. For those who aren’t in the know, that crunch Freilich is referring to is the moment his Jeep accidently rear-ended Liberty Walk’s $250K-plus widebody Ferrari 458 near the DUB Live area during the exit parade for the SEMA Cruise.

It was a moment that he’ll never forget...

Witnessed by many show goers, the crash that happened during the final parade caused a lot of commotion and anger from those who flinched at the damage the Jeep did to the Ferrari.

As everyone looked on with dropped jaws and racing hearts, Liberty Walk’s Kato was more than cool about the incident.

“I was driving our Aventador in the parade and all of a sudden I heard an ugly noise,” Kato describes. “I immediately looked behind me and realized that a Wrangler had crashed into our 458. I could hear that LB fans weren’t happy about it and they didn’t hide their anger toward the driver of the Wrangler. Without any exchange of words, it was clear that the driver was panicking. But I didn’t get mad because anything can be fixed and nobody got hurt.”

Although the 458 did have substantial damage, the 2014 Wrangler Unlimited dubbed “Snake Bit” (and now called “Ferrari Killer”) was in tip-top shape, which was expected from a custom that’s built to take a beating, from a shop that’s become a household name in the custom off-road industry. But things were anything

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but easy throughout the build. Challenges kept hitting Freilich and his team every step of the way. First, two weeks before SEMA, the main theme of the project had to be entirely changed and then while transporting it to the show, the Jeep was damaged to the point that it wasn’t going to be driveable. But luckily, Bryan from Bulletproof Suspension saved the day and had some parts sent overnight, so that it could at least drive into SEMA.

But at the show, the Jeep and its trailer wouldn’t fit inside the booth, so the whole project had to be placed in a different location. Then to top it all off, it took a bite out of a Ferrari, which made for a stressful and exciting SEMA show for Freilich and his Complete Customs team.

“With this particular build, we knew that we wanted to top last year’s Zombie Walk Jeep,” Freilich says. “After seeing people’s reactions to it and talking to them at last year’s SEMA Show, I think we came close to pulling it off. We built a

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AUDIO • Alpine Double Din Source Unit • Wet Sounds Stealth Bar • Wet Sounds 12” XS-XXXv2 Subwoofer w/ custom built box • Wet Sounds Rev 8 Tower Speakers • Wets Sounds Amp x 2 • Wets Sounds WS-420 BT Multi Equalizer w/ Bluetooth • XS Power Batteries LIGHTING • (4) 50” Rogue 4 LED Light Bars • (1) 40” Rogue 4 LED Light Bar • (1) 10” Rogue 4 LED Light Bar • JW Speaker LED Headlights • JW Speaker LED Fog lights • JW Speaker LED Turn Signals • Poison Spyder LED Tail Lights • sPod 6 Switch and Source System

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Jeep that any man or woman would be proud to drive and own, not to mention a custom Polaris RZR to match!”

As one of 16 other project vehicles the shop built, Snake Bit is definitely the most intriguing and its RZR and Maxey Drop N Load air bagged trailer makes for the ultimate off-road package that really gives off that wow factor by all who see it up close.

“The original design for the project was to pair the Jeep with some matching vehicles so that it would be a setup we could take to shows/events and to entertain guests,” he says. “We wanted to build it over the top with lights, audio, paint, big wheels and tires, a huge lift and more...so when people saw it coming, they immediately got excited and would rush to the project to figure out what was going on.”

And if you can’t see the Jeep, you’ll definitely hear it thanks to its Wet Sounds audio system.

“Having the new Stealth Sound Bar up front and the Rev 8 Tower Speakers in the rear complement

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the 12” XS-XXXv2 Subwoofer,” Freilich describes.

“This isn’t your typical Jeep sound system and it’s literally like being at a rock concert and sitting in the front row.”

The Jeep also features armor from Poison Spyder, while its menacing stance was provided by a 6” Bulletproof lift kit w/ ICON Vehicle Dynamics 2.0 Remote Reservoir coilovers in the front and 2.0 Remote Reservoir Shocks in the rear. It takes

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Shaun Freilich Owner of Complete Customs McKinney a bite out of any terrain with its Magnuson Supercharger that adds 80-100 hp and 60-70 lb.-ft. of torque at the wheels at just 6 psi. And a MBRP Cat-Back Dual exhaust alerts others of its presence. The careful selection of the remaining modifications make it a tough, off-road beast that commands respect on and off the trails.

For Freilich, his favorite part about what has become the world’s most talked about Jeep is its SEMA anecdote. “Every time I have a chance to drive the Jeep, even if it’s just down the

“During SEMA ending parade, the car beside us hit the rear wing on the LB 458. But nobody got injured and the guy hit our 458 did not do that on purpose. We are happy we had a great time with all people helped us at SEMA. See you guys next year again at SEMA.” – @LIBERTYWALKKATO

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street to lunch, people come up and ask if it’s the ‘Ferrari Killer.’ It’s cool to see that people all around the world know about the Jeep, and the memes on social media are crazy! The wreck was unfortunate and I hated that it happened to such an awesome car, but Kato from Liberty Walk was a stand up guy and joked about it.”

Since then, the Ferrari has been repaired and is back in the show scene while the “Ferrari Killer” is back home in Texas doing its own stint on the show circuit.

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asey Currie might come from a well known family in the off-road industry, but he’s not just living up to his family’s legacy; he’s carving his own path and leaving everyone else in the dust - literally. Racing dirt bikes at 5 and off-road race trucks by the time he was 16, Currie has built a career playing in the dirt, racing Jeeps, trucks and more, while still building some brawny off-road customs. He was one of the youngest team owners/drivers on the CORR circuit and has raced in the TORC series, running the Pro Light 2WD Truck class. His off-road accolades include everything from JeepSpeed class wins in the MDR series to podium finishes in SCORE. He’s currently bringing the heat in the Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series (LOORRS) and gearing up for a winning season.

We caught up with Currie to talk about his latest custom Jeep, racing and life as a businessman.

First off, thanks for taking time out of your busy schedule to talk to us. Tell us about this beast on the cover, the JKRK (JK Raptor Killer). Why did you build it this way and what was the purpose?

Thank you for taking time to come out! I love to think outside the box. I don’t like to do things the normal way and always want it to be top of the line. On this build, I wanted to build the first Jeep JK with A-arms in the front. I also wanted it to be fast, so I put an LSX 454 in it with 620 hp. I ride dirt bikes and mountain bikes, so I wanted a place for my bikes and gear. My intentions for the build was to go faster and further than all my friends.

How did it do out in Moab?

Incredible! I cannot even believe that out of the box, the JKRK worked outstanding. I took it on Hell’s Revenge, which is a moderate trail. Once we finished, I decided it needed more and went for the toughest trail in Moab, Pritchett Canyon. The trail is known for causing serious damage and a lot broken Jeeps. I drove the JKRK through the trail with no damage and no close calls. The A-arms and 4-Link give the Jeep a great ride along with the Bilstein Shocks. Now I can say the Jeep is truly a “Raptor Killer.” No Raptor could ever accomplish that trail without getting destroyed.

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It pushes out a lot of power through the LSX motor, how easy or how difficult is it to drive?

The motor is an LSX dyno tuned by Redline Performance in Anaheim, CA. It is tuned for easy driveability. But when you stand on the gas hard, it will smoke the tires in all four gears. Stoney Transmissions built me a 4L80 tranny, with all the best parts and Dynamic Converters lined me up with the perfect stall converter.

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What’s your favorite part of the JKRK? Honestly, everything about it. It’s truly my dream Jeep. The guys at my shop did an outstanding job.

We have a lot of blood, sweat and tears into this build. Almost every part of the Jeep was custombuilt. No one had answers or parts, so we had to build everything.

Will it ever compete head to head against a Raptor anytime soon?

Absolutely. I would love to take the JKRK and a Raptor to Baja and to Moab and do a true comparison.

Can something like the JKRK be easily bought?

Not as of now, but the team and I are working on a platform that will make the parts available to the public. I want everyone to enjoy.

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RACING Lets talk about your racing career. Obviously, you grew up in dirt sports. When and how did you realize that you wanted to make it a career?

In college I started a dirt bike shop and it was doing very well, so I made the decision to devote myself to racing moto. After one year of racing pro Supermoto and ranking 5th in the AMA, I decided I wanted to race trucks. I met some industry people at Nissan and they loved my personality and, honestly, from there the snowball was created and it has never stopped rolling down the hill.

Growing up, who inspired you to race?

Robby Gordon was always the fastest man on the planet, and I liked the way he went about things, so I wanted to race like him. Also, my dad was my biggest inspiration. He always pushes me to be the best and has guided me every step of the way.

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Out of all of the different types of racing you have competed in, which has been the most challenging and why?

Short course is probably the most challenging because of how high the competition level is. The King of the Hammers, though, brings an aspect to racing that I feel only a few drivers in the world can do at a top-level pace, and I love that challenge and race.

The 2015 Lucas Oil Off Road Racing Series began on March 20 and you had a solid start to the season. What’s your team’s game plan to keep the momentum going to get a crack at the championship this year?

This year we have made some changes internally with my team. We have part of my team working

on the race truck full-time - testing, prepping and tuning. Trad Ronfeldt (Racing Division, Currie Racing) is leading up that team and it makes it nice that my race program is seeing 100% effort all the time. We are going to every race like it’s the last and going for wins. The team and truck are clicking right now, so it’s going to be an exciting year.

BUSINESS When you founded Casey Currie Motorsports in 2007, what did you envision for the company and how does it currently live up to that vision?

When I started racing, I drove for another team.

After that year, I felt I could do it better, so I started CCM. It has evolved a lot. In the past couple years we have won championships, world

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championships, along with building exotic race trucks and Jeeps. Oren Anderson (Jeep Division, Currie Racing) is my other guy who helps keep the focus on the Jeeps. We are going to almost 30 Jeep events this year. It’s a wide-open shop, and we never stop moving forward. The company is growing every year and I feel very blessed to be where I’m at.

What has been your biggest achievement with Casey Currie Motorsports?

My biggest achievement would be winning championships. It means everything went right all year long. Also, I feel my Jeep program is another achievement. We have built some of the nicest and most insane Jeeps in the world.

Being a team owner and racer in short course, how do you balance the two? Which responsibility is harder and why?

Team owner is stressful and has its lows and highs. But when you stand on top of the podium, it’s an even bigger achievement knowing that everything your team did was correct. We build all of our trucks in house, so it’s a huge undertaking.

Driving is fun for me. I love challenges, and I love being under pressure. It takes a great team of guys to make everything be smooth with driving and owning the team.

How has coming from the legendary Currie Enterprises family prepared you for life outside from racing?

My family is crazy! My uncles and dad push themselves to be the best every day. I feel their company is successful because they only work for the best and they won’t take anything else. I know that has groomed me to become the same way. They can be very hard on me at times. But I find that when I’m under pressure, I succeed more because I have a family that pushes me to be the best I can.

What was the best advice you received from them that you could pass along to your fans?

Family is always No. 1! If you loose your family over racing or a business, you have already lost.

Never give up and always work to be the best.

Challenge yourselves every day.

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Sponsorship is huge in racing. Can you tell us about some of your lifestyle sponsorships with Monster Energy, Axial and Magpul?

I have great partners. Monster Energy has changed my life forever. The company is way more than a sponsor. They treat me, my family and team like family. They have a great group of people behind the brand and it’s amazing to see it grow. Axial builds the best RC Jeeps, and I have a CRC model that is sick! Magpul came on board to be with me at all my Jeep events. They are a brand that loves my Jeep lifestyle. I have so many great partners: Walker Evans Racing, BFGoodrich Tires, Currie Enterprises, Motive Gear, Torco Oil, Wilwood Brakes, 4 Wheel Parts, Hot Wheels, Bilstein Shocks, Spicer and tons more.

LIFESTYLE Aside from racing, what are you doing now?

Jeeping. I have been traveling the U.S. going to Jeep events and and going wheeling. I also have spent some time with my wife this year traveling for vacation.

What are your other hobbies outside of racing?

Moto, golf, going to the river, cycling, Jeeping and Teryxing.

You’ve recently become a father, how has that changed your life?

Best thing that has ever happened to me! My son is one and he is the highlight of every day. He makes me feel so blessed.

Lastly, do you have any words to all your fans?

Hammerdown and make every day count!

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Axial Racing SCX10 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited C/R Edition 1/10TH SCALE ELECTRIC 4WD - RTR PHOTOS: COURTESY OF AXIAL RACING

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he Jeep Wrangler has risen to become a staple in the Axial Racing lineup and the SCX10 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited C/R Edition is the result of a collaboration between Axial and Casey Currie. Just like its reallife counterpart, the RTR Jeep can handle its own on dirt, mud, rocks and more thanks to it 4-Link rear suspension that’s optimized to reduce axle steer and torque twist, as well as its durable axles that are far superior than the competition and will stand up to some severe punishment. Its 27T Motor provides massive power for high-speed trail runs or powering over obstacles, while the realistic high-strength c-channel chassis frame is made from durable steel and realistic shock hoops, with multiple shock mounting positions, for total suspension adjustability.

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he popularity of off-roading has boosted the number of weekend warriors that hit the trails every chance they get. And with so many vehicles out there wheeling, Bushwacker thought it would be cool to create a special Trail Rescue rig just in case any of these rides needed an extra hand maneuvering out of a sticky situation.

Known for creating notable truck and Jeep builds throughout the company’s 48-year history, the Bushwacker Jeep JK-8 Trail Rescue vehicle was unveiled at the 2013 SEMA Show as a way to showcase their Jeep Flat Style Fender Flares and Trail Armor. And because of the prominence of the Jeep as a project vehicle, Bushwacker wanted to be unique and decided to go with the JK-8 conversion, converting the Jeep Wrangler Unlimited into a pickup. “The conversion is eye-catching and you still have the awesome capability of a Jeep Wrangler, mentions Andy Lilienthal, Bushwacker’s Public Relations Manager. “It was a perfect combination of form and function for us since you don’t see them all the time and there’s a huge aftermarket with a lot of potential to make a unique, adventure [Jeep].”

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To live up to its rescue duties various mods were added such as an on-board air tank for airing up flat tires, generator for electricity, winch for recovery and all the auxiliary lighting for increased off-road visibility and in case a rescue occurred at night. “The rig had to be capable of getting a stuck truck, so we lifted it and added larger tires, rock

sliders, a snorkel and a roof rack so that it could carry additional gear if needed.” The company’s fender flares not only add to it’s rugged good looks, but provides the vehicle with extra tire clearance. And to make its presence known, an MBRP exhaust system lets it roar with power.

“We custom-painted the fender flare edges to match the vehicle and, of course, the custom topographical map graphics give it a cool, offroad, overland style,” Lilienthal says. “Plus the aforementioned soft top looks great. Add the roof rack, lights and various accessories and it just became a one-of-a-kind rig. It makes you stop and go, ‘Wait, is that a Jeep?’”

And the response has been great since it was unveiled and has travelled to numerous off-roading events. “When we took it to the Jeep Jamboree in Ouray, Colorado last September, people loved it,” Lilienthal adds. “It’s unique, different, functional and capable - all the things we wanted in an off-road vehicle. It’s a real attention grabber and it’s a build that’s ‘just right’ - not too crazy, but when you see it, you can tell this isn’t just a regular Jeep Wrangler Rubicon.”

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AO Auto Styling has been building custom vehicles in Sin City since 1989, so they know a thing or two about what makes a ride stop you in your tracks and gawk at its beauty. When the Jeep Wrangler JK first dropped back in 2007, they knew that they now had an amazing platform for off-road builds that would challenge their customization skills and creativity.

“They have become one of our most popular vehicles that we upfit,” mentions Joel Baker, President of KAO Auto Styling. “Prior to Jeeps, we

were very big in Hummers. Now there is never a day that we don’t have at least two Jeeps in the shop being worked on.”

Over the years, Jeeps have become the hottest off-road vehicle at SEMA Show, with KAO actually modifying seven different Jeeps for the 2014 SEMA Show in their hometown of Las Vegas, NV. “Each Jeep had a different style and theme to it, with this particular red and white JK built for Red Dirt Road Wheels. We also created a custom ATV with matching wheels to complement it.”

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vehicle until I get a design that excites me.”

Then, the fun starts as the whole shop starts to brainstorm ideas on how to create the most unique vehicle possible. “In the beginning, no one really liked the red and white idea, and everyone thought that the white wheels were a mistake, but as it got further and further along, it turned out to be a shop favorite!”

“As weird as it sounds, we were really excited about the tires. Last year was the debut for the

Even though Red Dirt Road Wheels was behind the build, the shop didn’t let them see the Jeep until they were completely finished building it, despite describing what was being done throughout the duration of the project. “We told them to trust us and that they would get a lot of bang for their buck, as well as a great response at the show.” KAO lived up to their claim and delivered a unique and head-turning JK to the SEMA Show. The foundation of the build were the 20” RDR RD01 wheels with 37” tall Toyo Open Country R/Ts, and complemented with a BDS Suspension lift kit, Borla exhaust system and a slew of other top parts and accessories.

Originally, the Jeep was supposed to be all black with red accents, but it looked too common for Baker and his team. They eventually decided to strip and powder coat the wheels white and also opted to paint the Jeep and accessories to flow with the design that Baker came up with.

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new Toyo Open Country R/T tires, and they are an awesome tire for mud, dirt, snow or whatever you want to drive on. We were really hyped to be one of the first to get a set of the new tires to pair with the RDR wheels on this Jeep. We also went a bit crazy with the lighting on the JEEP with LED, HID and Halogen lights from KC Hilites, which made all our night testing excursions a breeze!”

No build is really without its challenges and the fact that the shop had to complete 38 one-off

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rides for the 2014 SEMA Show put some pressure on the crew to get the Jeep done on time and looking it’s best. “We had a total of 45 days to build all 38 vehicles, so everyone in the shop worked non-stop, seven days a week with long hours to get everything done on time. We were actually at the show the day before it opened until 4 a.m. putting finishing touches on the Jeep since we got some last minute parts. There’s a ton of blood, sweat and tears in this build.”

KAO also did six other Jeep builds for last year’s SEMA show and took all seven of them out to the desert right after the show to test out their work and to “beat the crap out of them in the dirt and sand.” As one of the Jeeps was getting photographed, the others were being piloted by a different KAO employee. “We went on a mad dash all through the desert, chasing this red and white Jeep,” Baker describes. “It started as a little game of follow the leader and turned into a crazy game of chicken. We even had one guy in a Jeep filming the fun, which made for some great video footage. Other than one muffler flying off, all seven of our Jeeps did spectacular out there!”

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by General Tire, desert race kicked off on March 11, 2015 in Sin City, and started with the always exciting 4 Wheels Parts parade that included over a 100 race vehicles cruising down the infamous Vegas Strip. The parade was led by this year’s Grand Marshall and off-road racing legend Larry Ragland in his iconic Class 1 car. The next day was all business at the event’s

Mint 400 Method Wheels Time Trials, where racers competed to see who would start first at one of the toughest off-road races in America, with Dale Dondel achieving the fastest lap time of the day and walking away with $5,000 cash.

After the qualifiers were done, it was time for Rugged Radios Meet & Greet, where fans got autographs from their favorite racers, such as Steve Strobel, Jerry Zaiden and Jason Coleman.

A new Miss Mint was crowned, with the beautiful Amy Scott of Solana Beach, CA representing The Mint 400 throughout the year. The final event for the day was the KMC Wheels Pit Crew Challenge Presented by Mystik Lubricants which has become a staple event each year at The Mint 400. It’s a chance for pit teams to showcase their speed and skill as well as get a chance to win some great prizes.

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On Friday, March 13, 2015 teams paraded their race vehicles down Fremont Street for their technical inspection. Saturday was race day, as racers filled the Primm Valley Casino Resort and lined the infield at Buffalo Bill’s Casino.

Everything from vintage and stock bug classes to popular UTVs and everything in between participated in the race. The winner of the mornings three-lap race was Roger Starkey in his single-seat Class 1000 car. During the two-day race, the overall first place finisher was Justin Lofton, with Robby Gordon taking second and Rob MacCachren coming in third. Fox Shox awarded the overall winner $10K in prize money. A rough and challenging section of The Mint 400 race was also designated the “Fox Proving Ground,” which is known by racers as being extremely difficult to ride, especially at high speeds.

The Mint 400 was created by Norm Johnson in 1967, which was, at first, a publicity event to promote the The Mint Hotel in Las Vegas. The race continues to bring together competitors from across the nation to test their skills and vehicles against rough terrain and fierce racers and has become known as The Great American Desert Race. The Mint was featured in Hunter S. Thompson’s novel “Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas,” as well as later in the cult classic film by the same name.

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301 HIGHWAY 72, BURNSVILLE, MX 38833 662-427-8408 3528 SPRINGS RD NE, HICKORY, NC 28601 828-256-2657 3214 S NEW HOPE RD, GASTONIA, NC 28056 704-869-9449 1500 PETERS CREEK PKWY, WINSTON SALEM, NC 27103 336-767-7800 557 N MAIN ST, MOORESVILLE, NC 28115 704-663-0198 1670 LYNN ST 64, MONROE, NC 28110 704-283-7496 713 E MARKET ST, SMITHFIELD, NC 27577 919-989-3106 3500 REHOBERTH CHURCH RD, GREENSBORO, NC 27406 336-378-6900 1801 LEJEUNE BLVD, JACKSONVILLE, NC 28541 910-353-8473 306 SE MADISON BLVD, ROXBORO, NC 27573 336-599-3388 2410 MURCHISON RD, FAYETTEVILLE, NC 28301 910-630-2020 5633 N SHARON AMITY RD, CHARLOTTE, NC 28215 704-537-1004 3646 BEYNOLDA RD, WINSTON SALEM, NC 27106 336-922-6660 726 SE GREENVILLE BLVD, GREENVILLE, NC 27858 355-616-2252 1491 NC 16 HWY, CONOVER, NC 28613 828-465-3800 1123 N BRAGG BLVD, SPRING LAKE, NC 28390 910-436-5169 3172 HILLSBOROUGH RD, DURHAM, NC 27705 919-383-0802 3226 BRAGG BLVD, FAYETTEVILLE, NC 28302 910-303-0070 9006 GLENWOOD AVE, RALEIGH, NC 27617 919-957-0006 2016 W. 5TH STREET, WASHINGTON, NC 27889 252-946-3000 2828 CAROLINA BEACH RD., WILMINGTON, NC 28412 910-791-0056 475 E 10TH STREET ROANOKE RAPIDS, NC 27870 252-519-2886 4310 S 84TH STREET, OMAHA, NE 68127 402-331-3700 174 US HIGHWAY 46 EAST, LODI , NJ 07644 973-473-2211 2140 LEMOINE AVE FORT LEE, NJ 7024 201-585-2886 2044 HYLAN BLVD, STATEN ISLAND, NY 10306 718-668-1113 1 CORPORATE DRIVE, CRANBURY, NY 08831 866-909-6699 79-01 QUEENS BLVD, ELMHURST, NY 11373 718-476-9696 2900 ROUTE 112 MEDFORD, NY 11763 631-458-1999 2136 COLUMBUS ROAD NE, CANTON, OH 44705 330-454-5705 6901 W RENO AVE, OKLAHOMA CITY, OK 73127 405-787-5300 10705 E 11TH ST, TULSA, OK 74101 8532 E 41ST STREET, TULSA, OK 74145 918-296-7880 8324 SE FOSTER RD, PORTLAND, OR 97266 503-772-0654 185 WEST KING STREET, ABBOTTSTOWN, PA 17301 717-259-0567 4716 RIVERS AVE, NORTH CHARLESTON, SC 29405 843-529-9008 3141 N PLEASANTBURG DRIVE, GREENVILLE, SC 29609 864-672-7655 2653 BOUNDARY ST, BEAUFORT, SC 29906 843-524-4728 1917 SAVANNAH HWY, CHARLESTON, SC 29407 843-769-6672 2919 WHITEHORSE RD, GREENVILLE, SC 29611 864-787-0906 1705 E. PALMETTO ST, FLORENCE, SC 29506 843-669-2233 5910 S. LOUISE AVE, SIOUX FALLS, SD 57108 605-373-6834 789 W MAIN ST, HENDERSONVILLE, TN 37075 615-824-7655 4100 APD 40, CLEVELAND, TN 37311 423-303-1333 222 SEQUOYAH ROAD, SUITE X SODDY DAISEY, TN 37379 423-805-2800 3647 US HWY 411 S, MARYVILLE, TN 37801 865-981-8886 227 N.MAIN ST, CROSSVILLE, TN 38555 931-456-1234 5701 N. BROADWAY, KNOXVILLE, TN 37918 865-688-1822 1804 VOLUNTEER PARKWAY, BRISTOL, TN 37620 423-573-3300 2101 W STONE DRIVE, KINGSPORT, TN 37660 7111 S.W. FREEWAY, HOUSTON, TX 77074 713-591-9888 7046 SAN PEDRO AVE, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78216 210-828-3888 2201 W BUSINESS HIGHWAY 83, MCALLEN, TX 78501 956-686-2888 757 HORIZON BLVD EL PASO, TX 79927 915-858-0448 6033 CANYON DRIVE, AMARILLO, TX 79110 806-677-7357 11902 PERRIN BEITEL, SAN ANTONIO, TX 78217 210-251-2293 1115 S. MASON RD., KATY, TX 77450 281-398-4385 2319 TEXAS AVE S COLLEGE STATION, TX 77840 823-643-1191 341 HWY 35, GREGORY, TX, 78359 361-643-1872 2424 SOUTH PADRE ISLAND DRIVE, CORPUS CHRISTY, TX 78415 361-854-4178 720 E 8TH STREET, ODESSA, TX, 79760 432-337-5353 9617 HUEBNER RD SAN ANTONIO, TX 78240 710-696-2121 16636 BEAR BAYOU DRIVE, CHANNELVIEW, TX 77530 281-452-5392 2990 S STATE STREET, SALT LAKE CITY, UT 84115 801-264-0505 159 SE HWY 40, ROOSEVELT, UT 84066 433-722-3999 885 N MAIN STREET 11, LOGAN, UT, 84323 110 S HWY 165 25, PROVIDENCE, UT 84332 1909 BOULVARD, COLONIAL HEIGHTS, VA 23834 804-520-0191 8818 W. BROAD STREET, RICHMOND, VA 23294 804-273-9250 19094 FOREST RD, LYNCHBURG, VA 24502 540-385-1155 270 JARRETT DRIVE, CHRISTIANSBURG, VA 27073 540-382-2981 8458 SEMINOLE TRAIL, RICKERSVILLE, VA 22968 434-990-9999 6802 PETERS CREEK RD, ROANOKE, VA 24019 540-728-1200 3232 VIRGINIA BEACH BLVD, VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 23652 757-847-5953 1800 PRINCESS ANNE RD, VIRGINIA BEACH, VA 23456 757-721-6004 5185 PETERS CREEK RD, ROANOKE, VA 24019 540-563-1100 3233 MERCURY BLVD, HAMPTON, VA 23666 757-827-0570 2020 FAIRYSTONE PARK HWY, BASSETT, VA 24055 276-629-1142 8458 SEMINOLE TRAIL RICKERSVILLE, VA 22968 434-990-9999 7524 JEFFERSON DAVIS HWY, N. CHESTERFIELD , VA 23237 804-562-2133 7030 S. TACOMA WAY, TACOMA, WA 98409 253-254-7460 3420 JACKSON ST, OSHKOSH, WI 54901 866-680-7467 1800 CRESTVIEW DR, HUDSON, WI 54016 713-808-0195 N936 CRAFTSMEN DR, UNIT A, GREENVILLE, WI 54942 920-364-9231 X6 1175 FEDERAL BLVD., RIVERTON, WY 82501 307-856-8171 601 S 2ND, LARAMIE, WY 82070 307-745-9033 1155 DEWAR DR., ROCK SPRINGS, WY 82901 307-382-5840 402 E 2ND ST., CASPER, WY 82601 307-235-5701 100 SE WYOMING BLVD., CASPER EAST, WY 82609 307-577-1764 417 E BOXELDER RD., GILLETTE, WY 82718 307-682-5186 1251 COFFEEN AVE SHERIDAN, WY 82801 307-672-3428 157 BEAR RIVER DR., EVANSTON, WY 82930 307-789-2077 405 ALAN RD., POWELL, WY 82435 307-754-3556

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