New Raceline Wheels
Raceline released 2 new wheels for SEMA: the 949 7X in 17x8.5 and 947 Scout in 16x8, 17x8.5, 17x9, and various sizes for 18” and 20” wheels as well as 15x8 for CUVs such as the Rav4. The 940 has a beadlock look with a 7 spoke design and is available in gunmetal and satin black. The 947 Scout, designed for overland rigs, is available in only satin black.
New Tires from Kenda
Kenda Tire introduced 2 new offroad tires for 2019 and released them at SEMA. Both models are part of their Klever line.The Klever A/T2 KR628 is a revision of their original A/T tire, comes with a 50,000 mile warranty and is winter certified. The goal was to create a tire that exceeds the competition with exceptional fuel economy, lower noise, excellent handling and ride, and improved offroad traction.
While most tire makers in the offroad segment offer A/T and M/T options, Kenda added a 3rd category to fit between A/T and M/T: the Klever R/T KR601. This tire features more aggressive tread and sidewall. While it is not winter certified, it does feature slots for the addition of snow studs. Think of this tire as an A/T on steroids.
Bolt Locking Recovery Shackle
Worried about your D-shackles getting stolen? Bolt has just released a new solution with their aluminum plus steel bolt locking shackle. These are large, stylish, and noticeable. Locked properly, they won’t rattle themselves loose like traditional D-shackles are at risk of doing. Availability is December 2019.
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Body Armor 4x4 Bumpers for Toyota Trucks
The company known as Body Armor 4x4 now offers a hidden winch front bumper for the FJ Cruiser, Tundra, and the 2nd and 3rd generation Tacoma, as well as full front bumpers for the Tacoma and Tundra. A 4Runner hidden winch bumper is in the works. Rear bumpers for the FJ Cruiser, Tundra, and Tacoma are also available.
What makes Body Armor products differences from other fabricators? Zero lead times: the bumpers are already built and ready to ship. The trade-off is there is no option for customization. Their pricing is significantly lower than the competition.
New Products from Factor 55
Newly introduced at SEMA is a rope pulley with teeth. The Rope Retention Pulley is a beefy spool designed to work with a soft shackle. The rope running through the exterior groove is held in by rubber teeth so the rope doesn’t fall out when slack occurs.
In need of a recovery kit? Factor 55 now offers 3 sizes of recovery kits stored in a custom ATC bag. Those of you familiar with the ATC products are aware they are made in the USA. Factor 55 fills the bag with recovery products made in the USA.
