Month: October 2015

In the Garage with UnderCover

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By John M. Arnaud

UnderCover, an ascending star in the truck tonneau category, spent a couple of days with us this week brainstorming marketing plans and shooting some exclusive videos we’re looking forward to sharing with you soon. National Sales Manager Michael McLaughlin and Director of Sales East Mike Henderson were our honored guests (newly minted UnderCover Marketing Director Joe Combs virtually attended by phone), and we gave them the full program tour—including all the tools we’ve put together to help our Performance Corner jobbers succeed in the marketplace.

The Mikes drove down a gorgeous 2015 Ford F-150 Platinum to use for the videos, but we’re not revealing it just yet! Stay tuned to the Performance Corner YouTube Channel to be among the first to see it fully “under cover.”

Many thanks to our valued partners at UnderCover for their commitment and time—you’re welcome any time!

UnderCover Visits Performance Corner
UnderCover Visits Performance Corner

To start making over your truck UnderCover style, visit your local Performance Corner retailer, or find an affiliated store using our dealer locator.

If you are an automotive accessories retailer who would like to become part of the nationwide Performance Corner network, please join us today!

Ready to buy? Need help with the install? To find your nearest Performance Corner® affiliate, see our Store Locator. Or join the conversation at the Performance Corner® Facebook page!

Though this is not a paid review, this content has been produced by The AAM Group in support of suppliers with whom it has a business relationship.

NSF1 Project Jeep Part 8: LUND Textured Black Low Profile Ventvisors™ and Aeroskin™ Hood Protection

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NSF1 is a project Jeep Wrangler Unlimited being built as a joint venture between two giants in the automotive aftermarket—Total Truck Centers and Performance Corner—to benefit the Navy SEAL Foundation. This video series will highlight the installation, features, and benefits of products donated by sponsoring program manufacturers.

In this video, we install the following from LUND International:

Textured Black Low Profile Ventvisors™ and Aeroskin™ Hood Protection (44034060)

Follow the NSF1 project on:

Facebook: Facebook.com/NSF1Jeep
Twitter: Twitter.com/PerformanceJeep #NSF1

Ready to buy? Need help with the install? To find your nearest Performance Corner® affiliate, see our Store Locator. Or join the conversation at the Performance Corner® Facebook page!

Though this is not a paid review, this content has been produced by The AAM Group in support of suppliers with whom it has a business relationship.

Optima Batteries (150-34178): Digital 1200 Battery Charger

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OPTIMA’s Digital 1200 Battery Charger enhances the performance of 12V AGM and flooded OPTIMA batteries and other high-performance AGM batteries; recovers deeply discharged batteries; and helps extend battery life. With an easy-to-read, bright, backlit LCD gauge that displays battery charging, fill rate, mode settings, and fault messages, this charger offers one of the best user interfaces available.

Features:

  • Charges batteries other chargers cannot, down to 1.25 v.
  • Microprocessor controlled
  • Charges, conditions, and maintains 12-v AGM and flooded batteries
  • LCD battery charging gauge and quick-set selections for easy operation
  • Integrated (+) charging clamp LED work light with nonslip grip
  • USB charging port compatible with smartphones, cameras, and tablets
  • Battery-maintainer port and cable for stored vehicles
  • High-efficiency 12-amp charging outperforms conventional chargers

    Optima 150-34178
    Optima 150-34178

Ready to buy? Need help with the install? To find your nearest Performance Corner® affiliate, see our Store Locator. Or join the conversation at the Performance Corner® Facebook page!

Though this is not a paid review, this content has been produced by The AAM Group in support of suppliers with whom it has a business relationship.

Auto Meter (2635): Z-SERIES 2″ Water Temp Gauge

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High water temperatures can be detrimental to an engine. Heat is the enemy of performance and reliability. Keep tabs on your temps with the most trusted water temperature gauge on the market: the Z-SERIES. Auto Meter’s advanced 1/8” NPT temperature transducer is included for easy installation on any application.

  • 100-250 F Short Sweep Electric
  • Includes bulb and socket assembly with red and green bulb covers
  • Includes 1/8″ NPT Sender and 3/8″ NPT and 1/2″ NPT adapter/fittings
  • Features Air-Core meter movement
  • Includes gauge mounting hardware and installation instructions

    Auto Meter 2635
    Auto Meter 2635

Ready to buy? Need help with the install? To find your nearest Performance Corner® affiliate, see our Store Locator. Or join the conversation at the Performance Corner® Facebook page!

Though this is not a paid review, this content has been produced by The AAM Group in support of suppliers with whom it has a business relationship.

ReadyLIFT® (49-6407): Jeep JK Wrangler Max Flex System

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Increase your off-road capability with ReadyLIFT® Off Road Suspension’s Jeep JK Wrangler Max Flex System! From the trails of Moab and Rubicon to the extreme rock gullies of Big Bear, ReadyLIFT has pounded, thrashed, twisted, and throttled this system to create the absolute best short arm flex kit on the market.

At the heart of the 49-6407 for four-door 2007-2015 Jeep JK Wranglers are beefy Currie Original Johnny Joints®, which offer incomparable articulation. The 4″ front lift and 3″ rear lift are achieved via progressive-wound off-road coil springs. This lift includes heavy-duty, extended-length front and rear sway bar end links that compromise on neither handling nor maximum flexion. Additionally, they include a new rear track bar relocation bracket to aid in correcting important suspension geometry.

Notes:

  • 77-6002 and 77-6003 heavy-duty track bars recommended for correct geometry during suspension flex.
  • Requires longer shocks.
  • Allows for up to 37″ tires when using flat fenders
  • Includes Currie Original Johnny Joints.

    ReadyLIFT Off Road Suspension 49-6407
    ReadyLIFT 49-6407

Ready to buy? Need help with the install? To find your nearest Performance Corner® affiliate, see our Store Locator. Or join the conversation at the Performance Corner® Facebook page!

Though this is not a paid review, this content has been produced by The AAM Group in support of suppliers with whom it has a business relationship.

Putco (10020): Luminix LED 20″ Light Bar

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Putco’s high-power Luminix LED Light Bars deliver high-quality, universal bright lighting in a case that’s 300% smaller than the competition. Each bar comes fully assembled and ready to mount on your truck, ATV, or any other area that requires powerful illumination.

The Luminix is made from black anodized 6061 billet aluminum, features Nichia 5W LEDs, and boasts focus lenses that concentrate the light beam path. Its compact frame makes it ideal for installation in narrow openings.

  • 15-degree focus lenses
  • Anodized matte black finish
  • 18-watt/1.5-amp draw
  • Measures 21.63″ x 0.75″ x 1.5″
  • IP69K rated for dust and moisture protection
  • 50,000-hour bulb life

    Putco 10020
    Putco 10020

Ready to buy? Need help with the install? To find your nearest Performance Corner® affiliate, see our Store Locator. Or join the conversation at the Performance Corner® Facebook page!

Though this is not a paid review, this content has been produced by The AAM Group in support of suppliers with whom it has a business relationship.

2015 Performance Corner Vendor Showcase presents: Rugged Liner

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Welcome to the 2015 Performance Corner Vendor Showcase! In this video series, we will take you booth by booth with our manufacturers showing their latest products. In this episode, Rugged Liner’s very own Scott Williamson goes over their new Rugged Roll tonneau cover. Be on the look out for more videos from this series over the coming weeks.

Ready to buy? Need help with the install? To find your nearest Performance Corner® affiliate, see our Store Locator. Or join the conversation at the Performance Corner® Facebook page!

Though this is not a paid review, this content has been produced by The AAM Group in support of suppliers with whom it has a business relationship.

2015 Performance Corner Vendor Showcase presents: Iron Cross Automotive

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Welcome to the 2015 Performance Corner Vendor Showcase! In this video series, we will take you booth by booth with our manufacturers showing their latest products. In this episode, Iron Cross very own Stan Neal goes over their front and rear bumpers, including their new bumper for Jeep. Be on the look out for more videos from this series over the coming weeks.

Ready to buy? Need help with the install? To find your nearest Performance Corner® affiliate, see our Store Locator. Or join the conversation at the Performance Corner® Facebook page!

Though this is not a paid review, this content has been produced by The AAM Group in support of suppliers with whom it has a business relationship.

On-Site with CargoGlide

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By John M. Arnaud

Performance Corner and The AAM Group spent Tuesday speaking with CEO Brad Harrell and Executive Manager Ryan Colvin from CargoGlide—one of our newest program vendors. Headquartered near red rock country in St. George, Utah, CargoGlide manufactures top-notch sliding truck bed trays, which offer safety, comfort, and convenience in a variety of transport and work situations.

Brad and Ryan shared their impressive business philosophies with us, and we presented all of the program tools we’ve created to help them educate jobbers on the products they sell. CargoGlide is a super organization we’re proud to have on board!

CargoGlide-Performance Corner Group Shot
CargoGlide-Performance Corner Group Shot

Many thanks to CargoGlide for making the commitment to come out to see us. We enjoyed getting to know you and are excited about the future of our aftermarket partnership.

To enhance your truck bed with a one-of-a-kind CargoGlide, head on over to your local Performance Corner retailer, or find an affiliated store using our dealer locator.

If you are an aftermarket accessories retailer who would like to become part of the nationwide Performance Corner network, please join us today!

Ready to buy? Need help with the install? To find your nearest Performance Corner® affiliate, see our Store Locator. Or join the conversation at the Performance Corner® Facebook page!

Though this is not a paid review, this content has been produced by The AAM Group in support of suppliers with whom it has a business relationship.

2015 Performance Corner Vendor Showcase presents: Taylor Cable

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Welcome to the 2015 Performance Corner Vendor Showcase! In this video series, we will take you booth by booth with our manufacturers showing their latest products. In this episode, Taylor Cable’s very own Mike Wymore goes over some of their new wiring solutions and even demonstrates the proper way to do an installation for their Universal Wires. Be on the look out for more videos from this series over the coming weeks.

Have questions on the products you’ve seen in this video? Contact your local Parts Pro Performance Center to find out more: http://www.performancecorner.com/store-locator/

Ready to buy? Need help with the install? To find your nearest Performance Corner® affiliate, see our Store Locator. Or join the conversation at the Performance Corner® Facebook page!

Though this is not a paid review, this content has been produced by The AAM Group in support of suppliers with whom it has a business relationship.