National 4WD now has Vision X for Your Mars Rover!

We are happy to announce the addition of the Vision X line of lighting to our product offering. If you are looking for "Top Shelf" cream of the crop lighting, this is it. When you pick up one of the Vision X lights your thoughts respond with the words... quality and craftsmanship. If you have spent tens of thousands on your truck or car, you'll want to install a set of Vision X lamps.



These are awesome lamps, heck even NASA seems to think so!

Check out the Xmitters on the Mars Rover.

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Peter Scott
Director of Marketing
National 4WD Centres
http://www.national4wd.com
Canada: 1-800-575-7500
International: 905-634-0001
Online Store

Buy it New Built!

Buy it New already Built!

We at National 4WD Centres have added a "Buy it Built" section to our website to feature Brand New trucks or Demos being sold by New truck and car dealers.
Why? Many folks have had a concern over warranties, financing, leasing, or just don't want to go through the effort to have all the work done themselves.
Buying it built from one of our participating dealers makes it easy by...

- Offering financing on the complete package.
- Enabling the customer to see what the completed vehicle looks and performs like.
- Removes the concern of warranty.

Want something a little different? Consult with a participating dealer to build one to your specifications.


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Peter Scott
Director of Marketing
National 4WD Centres
http://www.national4wd.com
Canada: 1-800-575-7500
International: 905-634-0001
Online Store

SEMA 2008

They're BACK!

National 4WD's crew is back from SEMA 2008 with a ton of new product information and great deals.
We took a ton of pictures so you could enjoy them too.
Check out all the awesome trucks at this year's SEMA show.

SEMA = Specialty Equipment marketing Association

Pictures from SEMA 2008 Show


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Peter Scott
Director of Marketing
National 4WD Centres
http://www.national4wd.com
Canada: 1-800-575-7500
International: 905-634-0001
Online Store

BD Turbo Intercooler for Chevy 20012005 LB7/LLY Dodge 2008 6.7L

COOL... literally!

BD Diesel has announced their new Cool-It intercoolers for 2001 - 2005 Chevy LB7/LLY Duramax and 2008 Dodge 6.7L!


They feature More Surface Area, Better Flow, Reduced Inlet Temperature.

Compressed air is heated air—and when you combine an aggressive fuel curve with elevated boost levels, high inlet temperature can result. That’s why BD developed the Cool-It intercooler.

With up to 57% more cooling surface area and an up to 33% thicker core, the Cool-It increases cooling effectiveness to approximately 90%, compared to only 70% for the stock intercooler. That can mean a temperature reduction of up to 200° Fahrenheit over the stock intercooler!

At the same time, the up to 36% larger inlet and discharge tubes can handle up to 100 psi of boost and over 1500 cfm, while holding pressure drop to less than 1 psi.

And with BD's new Chevy LB7/LLY Duramax unit having over 780 sq in of frontal cooling area and almost 2000 cu in. of cooling volume, that makes it 12% more area and 79% more volume over stock - 4% more area and 37% more volume over some competitors.

A direct, bolt-in replacement for the stock unit, the Cool-It is the best-looking, best performing intercooler on the market. Hoses and spring loaded T-bar clamps included in some kits.

New manufacturing design makes all end tanks casted with exclusive one-piece internal support columns that increase tank stiffness and strength.







YES, National 4WD installs inter-coolers, turbos, exhaust, controllers and other performance products at all our locations across Canada.

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Peter Scott
Director of Marketing
National 4WD Centres
http://www.national4wd.com
Canada: 1-800-575-7500
International: 905-634-0001
Online Store

Gas Powered Party Blender, Halloween, Superbowl...

Now that's a blender!
Imagine mixin' Margaritas or non-alcohol Smoothies at the red line! 6,000 rpms? Very cool for those who like to entertain in places that don't have any hydro like campgrounds, backyards, sports events. How about a novel addition to your backyard bar... Ooooo Yeah!

This has gotta' be the ultimate gift for someone who has just about everything. Wind this thing up to the red line and you'll attract attention.

Click for more information and images

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Peter Scott
Director of Marketing
National 4WD Centres
http://www.national4wd.com
Canada: 1-800-575-7500
International: 905-634-0001
Online Store

Electric Offroad? Check out the EV Jeep JK Wrangler

I figured it would happen eventually. Personally I think it's a great idea. It seems that Chrysler has been busy doing some interesting tinkering on vehicles that people actually like to drive!

Link to Chrysler's EV page



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Peter Scott
Director of Marketing
National 4WD Centres
http://www.national4wd.com
Canada: 1-800-575-7500
International: 905-634-0001
Online Store

2009 Ford F150 is Fabtech 2" Shock Spacer Kit just released!

Fabtech has just released their 2" shock spacer kit for the 2009 Ford F150.

This kit bolts on top of the factory coilover shock which will retain the factory ride and makes for a simple & smooth installation. This kit will raise the front of the truck 2” and allow proper clearance for a 33” tall tire. Spacers are made of 6061 aluminum for added strength and durability.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

• Kit installs onto the factory coilover.
  
  
• Retains factory ride.
  
  
• Complete with two spacers and hardware.
  
  
• Clearance for a 33x12.50/17 tire with a 17x8 wheel
  with 4 5/8” back space.

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Peter Scott
Director of Marketing
National 4WD Centres
http://www.national4wd.com
Canada: 1-800-575-7500
International: 905-634-0001
Online Store

Tube fenders by Gen-Right ... Big tires, low center of gravity

Big tires, low center of gravity? Want to go with bigger tires? Open up your wheel wells to clear those new bigger tires you're looking to buy.

These are the Boulder Series Tube Fenders produced by Gen-Right Off Road for the Jeep TJ or LJ.
These close fitting tube fenders are perfect for rock crawling through the Boulders on your favorite trail or as a KING of the Mall fender replacement. Either way, these will be the last fenders you'll ever need to buy for your Jeep.


These fenders are built from a rugged 1-1/2" diameter x .120" wall tubing and plated with 1/8" thick steel, this fender will hold up on the trail.

Installation is quick and easy by retaining your stock inner fender well.

NOTES:

* Stealth side and front marker/signal light kits available for these fenders too.
* Fenders are sold in pairs.
* Fenders are sold un-painted and require finish work before painting.
* 3" and 6" Flared versions are also available!


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Peter Scott
Director of Marketing
National 4WD Centres
http://www.national4wd.com
Canada: 1-800-575-7500
International: 905-634-0001
Online Store

Bump Stops for your Jeep JK from Fabtech... SWEET!

Fabtech has introduced their Dirt Logic 2.25 Hydraulic Bump Stop Kit for the 2007-08 Jeep JK. Working in conjunction with their
5" Coilover Conversion systems, this kit completes the total suspension upgrade. The Dirt Logic 2.25 Bump Stops provide additional dampening capacity at full compression for aggressive offroad use. These bump stops will also allow full articulation at low speeds for rock crawling, yet provide exceptional dampening for high speed trail runs or duning.

The bolt-on heavy duty brackets quickly and securely attach the Dirt Logic 2.25 Bump Stops to your vehicle.

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Peter Scott
Director of Marketing
National 4WD Centres
http://www.national4wd.com
Canada: 1-800-575-7500
International: 905-634-0001
Online Store

Time for a soft top?

Is it your time for a new soft top?

August is coming to a close and the nights are getting a little cooler. If your Jeep is a few years old and your windows are getting a little foggy, zippers stick and jamb and you get a little more ventilation than you bargained for, it might be a good time for a new soft top or a replacement skin for your old one.
Bestop is running a rebate promotion on many of their soft tops starting September 1st 2008 through to December 31st 2008.

These tops are available from National 4WD

The scoop...

Available for purchases made between September 1, 2008 and December 31, 2008, Bestop Jeep Supertops® are eligible for a $100 rebate and Bestop Jeep Replace-A-Tops™ and Sailcloth Replace-A-Tops™ are eligible for a $50 rebate. Submissions must be postmarked by January 31, 2009.

Qualifying part numbers include:
Supertop part numbers starting with: 51595, 51597, 51598, 51599, 51600, 51603, 51709, 51710, 51713, 54599, 54600, 54603, 54709, 54710, 54713, 54716 and 54717.

Replace-a-top part numbers starting with: 51117, 51118, 51119, 51120, 51121, 51123, 51124, 51127, 51128, 51129, 51178, 51180 and 51193.

Sailcloth Replace-a-top part numbers starting with: 79120, 79121, 79122, 79123, 79124, 79125, 79128, 79129, 79136, 79139, 79140 and 79141.

Bestop soft tops have become the standard against which all other soft tops are measured, offering the highest quality in fit, function and style. The Supertop comes with everything needed for a complete new soft top and includes soft top fabric, hardware, windows and optional doors. The Replace-A-top includes soft top fabric, windows and optional doors to be used with factory original hardware. The Sailcloth Replace-A-Top is similar to the Replace-A-Top, but uses even heavier-duty, 32 oz. fabric for enhanced insulation and a quieter ride. For more product detail please go to www.Bestop.com .


Peter Scott
Director of Marketing
National 4WD Centres
http://www.national4wd.com
905-634-0001

Pocket Flares for your Dodge Ram 1500 1994 to 2001

Kewl!
Bushwacker has just anounced their release of their new Pocket Style fender flares for your 1994 to 2001 Dodge Ram 1500 and 1994 to 2002 Dodge Ram 2500/3500.
Other than tires and lift these flares really enhance the look of the truck. Some of our customers have us paint the flares to match the truck which gives it that custom O.E.M. look or just simply leave 'em black.



Peter Scott
Director of Marketing
National 4WD Centres
http://www.national4wd.com
905-634-0001

Buy Your Tires NOW! Tire Prices Jumping BIG

BUY TIRES NOW... Prices going up!

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BIG Heads Up!

We've received notice from some of our big tire suppliers of big price increases coming up in September and October 2008.
With the tire companies' raw material costs, shipping rates and the drop of our Canadian dollar against the US dollar, we'll be seeing a big jump in prices on tires like Super Swamper, Interco, Dick Cepek, Mickey Thompson and others. You could see as high as 20% or more on some tires sizes.

Bottom line... If you are waiting, don't. Buy 'em now. For those that are waiting until they have a enough cash or just don't need them quite yet but plan on it.
Make your deal now and put down a deposit. Another option might be to buy them on a layaway plan where you can pay in smaller increments and pick them up at a later date. Either way, it could save you as much as $300 bucks or more on a set of higher end tires down the road.

Just found out... the drop dead deadline for Interco (Super Swamper) is August 28th, 2008.

Peter

Peter Scott
Director of Marketing
National 4WD Centres
http://www.national4wd.com
905-634-0001

New Stuff

I'm never sure what to do with the ton of information I get daily... soooo, I chose to create a Blog to post the ton of information that comes across my desk.

For example, I just got news from Skyjacker suspensions. They now have a 6" suspension lift available for the 07-08 Toyota Tundra! I'm not sure if they are shipping yet, but I would imagine it'll be soon.

I heard back from one of our sales reps about last weekend's wheeling trip to Minden Ontario... AWESOME was the word. Chase managed not to break anything on our Shop Jeep JK unlimited and promised a whole pile of pictures to post online tomorrow. We'll see!

For those who aren't familiar with our Shop Jeep. It's a 2007 Jeep JK Wrangler with a Rubicon Express long arm suspension, 35" Nitto Mud Grapplers tires, Ultra Wheel Roca wheels, Fab Four bumpers front and rear, Warn 9.5 ti winch, re-geared to 5.13s and Sirius Satellite radio. Overall this truck rocks, motors through just about everything like a tank without spillin' yer Lattes!



Post U tomorrow!





Peter Scott
Director of Marketing
National 4WD Centres
http://www.national4wd.com
905-634-0001