One of the first things you should determine when purchasing your truck hitch is the maximum weight and towing capacity of your vehicle. There are two types of hitch accessory for your truck. The first is for bigger payloads. The weight-distributing hitch has an attachment that slides into the receiver. It has two spring bars that provides leverage to the pulling vehicle. The other type if the weight-carrying hitch that does not have an attachment. This type is better for lighter carrying loads.

After you have decided what type of hitch would be best for your vehicle it is time to install. Most hitches should not need drill or welding equipment. Be sure when you are installing that the hitch clears the spare tire, suspension component and the tailpipe. It is also important for the distance from the ground to the inside top of the ball coupling to be the same as the distance from the ground to the receiver.

If needed consult your local truck experts like Trick Trucks for any additional help or advice on your truck accessories!

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But there is hope. This article from eHow.com can help. It explains each step you need to take to ensure your truck comes out the way you had envisioned.

1. Take a “before” pictures of your old truck’s interior and exterior. Load the pictures into a computer and print out several copies in black and white; lighten the image to a gray scale. Use these digital images and gray print outs to test out different customization options for your old truck.

2. Complete a thorough check for rust. Inspect the old truck’s under carriage, under the hood, around the doors (especially the hinges) and around the bumpers. If you find rust, bring the truck to a body specialist for repairs. Rust spreads and can ruin the old truck body.

3. Hire a mechanic -one who specializes in old truck restoration – to inspect the truck for mechanical issues and oil leaks, if you don’t have experience with engine rebuilding. It is fairly common to find oil leaks in an old truck, especially trucks that have been left sitting or not running for a while. Oil leaks that build up on engine parts can catch fire when the engine is hot and running.

4. Make a customization plan for your old truck. Think about the paint schemes and colors for both the exterior and interior of your old truck.

5. Sketch, photograph, paint or draw your ideas for customizing your old truck’s paint job. Be sure that you know the exact colors that you desire – different lighting affects a color’s look. Hire a professional to paint your old truck and/or add the designs that you desire.

6. Select and order all the accessories that you desire to add to you old truck. Chrome accessories are popular; for instance, chrome rims with chrome caps, chrome fenders, chrome steering wheels and chrome mirror covers.

7. Decide whether the current seat and interior material is in good enough condition to clean and keep. If not, choose to either use covers on the seats or have the material on the seats and interior replaced.

8. You will probably need the help of a professional while customizing your old truck to make sure the repairs and parts replacement are done with the utmost efficiency, especially if this kind of project is new to you.

And who better to help you along the way than Trick Trucks. Each Trick Trucks location offers full service installation of all parts and accessories. With over 30 years of service, our counter sales staff will keep you up to speed on the latest accessories that we can install on your vehicle. Whether it is your own personal vehicle, or your work truck, Trick Trucks will provide factory authorized service for all of your installation needs. All work is guaranteed and all factory warrantees apply.

All products can be purchased in our showroom and can be professionally installed at all of our twelve locations.

If you don’t see the brand or product you are looking for please contact Trick Trucks by calling 1-866-60 TRICK or click here today! Hard to find items are our specialty

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Well, what is the one thing your dad loves more than anything else in the world (except his family…hopefully)? His truck.

A man’s truck is his pride and joy. It gets him to and from work, it helps him do the yard work, it carries almost anything you can imagine (and some stuff you can’t). So this Father’s Day get your dad a gift he will really enjoy; buy him some accessories for his truck.

Trick Trucks offers a wide variety of electronic interior accessories including alarms systems, remote starters and the latest in navigation systems and Ipod docking stations. They can customize your interior décor with wood grain dash kits, custom seat covers, floor mats, and cargo liners.

All interior products can be purchased in our showroom and can be professionally installed at all of our eleven locations. So avoid the mall, which is sure to be packed with other last minute shoppers, and head to Trick Trucks.

If you have any questions, contact Trick Trucks by calling or click here today!

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