Published on January 24, 2025 Author F-Series Editorial Staff Share article Facebook 0 Twitter 0 Mail 0 Essential Upgrades and New Releases for Your Truck Projects Get a Jump on Your Summer Projects with These New Product Releases! Belltech 2021+ Ford F-150 4WD Lowering Kit Giving you up to 3.5 inches of drop in front and 5.5 in the rear, this Belltech kit integrates height-adjustable coilovers, rear shock absorbers, lowering components, and a sway bar set to deliver a significant upgrade in performance and handling compared to OEM, all while preserving comfortable ride quality.Subscribe to our weekly newsletter The kit includes: Height-adjustable coilovers in front Shock absorbers in the rear Sway bars Rear lowering kit MSRP: $2,240.50 Belltech 800-445-3767 www.belltech.com Borgeson 1970-2014 Ford Truck Steering Shafts Over the years, OEM steering shafts, many of which are discontinued or no longer available, become victim to wear and tear they just weren’t built to handle. Borgeson’s heavy duty replacement steering shafts use two billet steel universal joints and a heavy-duty telescopic shaft assembly to bridge the connection between the steering column and steering box. If you need a new steering shaft for your new wheel-and-tire combo, see what Borgeson has to offer. MSRP: Starting at $265.98 Borgeson Universal 860-482-8283 www.borgeson.com Kincer Chassis Bolt-In Pedal Adapter for ’67-’69 Ford Trucks, ’78-’79 Broncos Simplify your Coyote or Godzilla engine swap with Kincer Chassis’ direct bolt-in pedal solution. This adapter installs directly to your firewall using factory mounting points. Skip the fabrication headaches and get your classic Ford project rolling with this plug-and-play solution.. Kincer Chassis 865-297-3478 www.kincerchassis.com Dakota Digital Direct-Fit Dash Package for ’80-’86 Ford Trucks A drop-in upgrade for your stock 1980-’86 Ford truck dash, this Retrotech package from Dakota Digital is designed to fool even the most diehard fanatic. As with the company’s other lines, the RTX series focuses on retaining that stock look without sacrificing the late-model features you love. Starting from scratch, CNC-machined housings are filled with electronics designed and built in-house. The high-definition TFT message centers can be fully configured to display just about any piece of information needed. The RTX series utilizes a central control box to make installation and setup as easy as possible. MSRP: $1,645 Dakota Digital 800-852-3228 www.dakotadigital.com NPD ’67-’72 F-Series Factory-Correct Repro Hoods From National Parts Depot comes these reproduction hoods for 1967-1972 Ford F-Series trucks (Part #F-16612-3A). Are you restoring an F-100, F-250, or F-350? You could spend days trying to find an original hood (and they aren’t cheap!) and more days restoring it. Instead, check out NPD’s factory-correct reproduction hoods. Made from all-new tooling, these repros are premium quality, a perfect fit, priced right—and in-stock ready for immediate delivery. National Parts Depot 800-874-7595 www.npdlink.com Scott’s Hotrods ’n Customs LowPro Hood Hinges These CNC billet low-profile hood hinges from Scott’s Hotrods let you maintain factory-style use of your hood even when slamming your 1967-1972 F-100 truck to the ground. They install on the firewall where the inner fender used to bolt, giving you stock-style look and functionality. Scott’s Hotrods ’n Customs 800-273-5185 www.scottshotrods.com Thermo-Tec Super Sonic Acoustical Spray Transform your driving experience with Thermo-Tec’s Super Sonic Acoustical Spray. This rubberized undercoating is designed to reduce road noise, minimize vibrations, and protect your truck’s undercarriage. Its advanced formula creates a durable barrier, shielding your vehicle from the harshest elements like salt, oxygen, and moisture. When used as directed, the company says the spray will maintaining your truck’s pristine condition, no matter the driving conditions. MSRP: $15.50 for an 18-ounce can ThermoTec 800-274-8437 www.thermotec.com Wilwood Front TX6-DM Direct-Mount Kit Wilwood recently released an extended fitment range for its Tactical Xtreme TX6 big-brake kits for late-model Ford HD trucks. The TX6-DM is a front kit with TX6-DM calipers that mount directly to the factory spindle. Upgraded bolt-on kits are designed to be compatible with the factory master cylinder and all electronic controls. MSRP: Starts at $2,777.54 Wilwood 805-388-1188 www.wilwood.com Vintage Air Gen 5 SureFit Kit Designed for ’73-’79 F-Series and ’78-’79 Bronco trucks, Vintage Air’s Gen 5 SureFit Kit offers a range of new features that help cool vehicles faster. The kit features separate high-capacity A/C and heater coils, an OEM block-type expansion valve, injection molded case, and blend air doors with rubber seals. The kit also includes a new electronic control panel for operation and control. Vintage Air 800-862-6658 www.vintageair.com Photo Credit: MANUFACTURERS
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