Used Pickup Toppers Tops for pickup trucks have been in existence since the creation of the first modern truck in the 1900s. Aftermarket manufacturers of truck toppers have flooded the market with different designs. Companies like Leer, ARE and Century are examples of manufacturers creating different varieties of truck toppers. Auto Pros provides one of the best resources to find use pickup toppers online for reduced prices. The search finder at the top of this page offers instant price delivery and stock status for each unit in stock. Locating truck covers that are available for any American or foreign brand is a simple process here. Types of Truck Caps Available 1. Fiberglass There are several varieties of truck caps that are produced by third party manufacturers. Fiberglass construction is one of the oldest in use in the truck market. These units are most popular with light, medium and heavy-duty truck series. Most camper tops are produced with fiberglass builds to ensure long-term durability. 2. Tonneau Tonneau bed covers have revolutionized the truck topper industry. While most fiberglass units have large shells, the flat and sometimes foldable nature of Tonneau covers has made these units desirable for owners of pickup trucks. These shortened covers provide a paint matched and reliable way to protect the bed of any truck. 3. Aluminum Most classic truck caps that are found on Ranger, Ram, Silverado and other trucks are made from aluminum. These units were originally designed to protect cargo while providing a sleek look. Most aluminum caps include lockable windows on each side of the welded frame. Both step side and regular truck designs can be found on aluminum builds. New Versus Used Truck Toppers Price is also the […]
Used Bed Liners
Used Bed Liners Protecting the bed of a new or used pickup truck is the sole purpose of the bed liner. Hauling heavy loads can wreak havoc on the paint used in late model or classic pickup trucks. While automakers treat pickup truck beds with special lacquer to preserve quality, once damage happens a pickup truck bed must be prepared professionally. An easy way to improve the look of any truck is by purchasing used bed liners from trusted retail sources. The search tool on this page presents hundreds of different liners that are in stock. These include various used Ford bed liners, used Chevy bed liners and protection mats for other trucks used in the U.S. 3 Main Types of Bed Liners for Trucks 1. Rugged Liners A rugged liner is typically designed with a space-age polymer. These resemble the look and feel of hard plastic although are very durable. The rugged liners used in most light-duty, medium-duty or heavy-duty trucks are able to protect the paint and quality of the bed for decades. These can be purchased from aftermarket suppliers or salvage resources here online. 2. Rubber Liners A more inexpensive model for protecting the bed of a pickup truck is the rubber liner. These liners are often found for sale in retail parts stores and can be purchased for less than $50. The rubberized feel provided in these liners to similar to polymers used to create garbage cans. A rubber liner for any Ford, Toyota, Dodge, Chevy or Jeep truck can be purchased using this resource. 3. Carpeted Liners This third option for protecting a truck bed against damage, scratches or dents is the carpeted option. These are not as thick as […]
E39 Headlights
E39 Headlights BMW 5-series from model year 1996 through 2003, from the basic yet common 525i to the high-end 540i and finally, the legendary “E39 M5”, were all based on the E39 chassis. E39 headlights exemplify BMW‘s instantly recognizable headlight layout: a pair of circular lenses. Although the basic design of the headlight has remained unchanged, significant changes have occurred from 1996 to 2003. The most dramatic change occurred for model year 2001 and on (post-facelift), where circular rings around each lens, the “Angel Eyes,” were added to the headlight. Post-facelift headlights also included clearer lenses and turn signal covers. They are also retrofittable to pre-facelift E39 5-series models, as the shape of the headlight housing did not change. Daytime running lamps were added during model year 2000, and xenon (HID) bulbs were introduced as an option in model year 1999. Xenon lamps require ballasts to dissipate excess power, along with an igniter for initiating the xenon arc that serves as the light source. These extra components can be potential points of failure. Another technology included with all E39 headlights is the self-leveling mechanism. It is important to maintain good road visibility and to avoid blinding oncoming traffic in all conditions. As a consequence the best angle at which the headlights project from the car to the ground depends on the suspension setup, driving conditions, and even whether or not the car is braking or accelerating. The self-leveling mechanism consists of a sensor that measures the correct angle, attached to the rear suspension of the car, along with an adjuster mechanism in the headlight itself. A common problem with this mechanism is that the adjuster becomes brittle with age and eventually break. This often results […]
