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ARMOR
Ricochet Front LCA Armor
Ricochet Off Road has a what you need to
protect your FJ. They offer lightweight
aluminum skids to cover the most
vulnerable parts of the truck, and we
really like the front LCA skids. These skids
install in minutes (literally) and help to
prevent damage to one of the lowest
hanging components on your front
suspension. Made from 3/16" aluminum,
available in natural or black anodize
finish. $129.00/pair
www.ricochetoffroad.com

Outrider Rear Diff Skid

When it comes to heavy duty protection,
Outrider Suspension Armor has you covered.
They're rear differential skid plate is as tough
as they come. Built from 1/4" Plasma Cut Steel
Plate, this skid is built to tight tolerances for
the best fit. The skid also allows for servicing
the differential without removal, and includes
grade 5 hardware. Contact Outrider directly at
outrider@citbroadband.com or 254-433-0925
and use offer code FJCM-1225 to save 10% on
your order. $385
Outrider Suspension Armor

Aluminess Front Bumper

Many FJ Cruiser owners are very
enthusiastic about modifying their
vehicles, but weight is always a concern.
Weighing in at only 43lbs (without the
brush guard), the all aluminum front
bumper from Aluminess won't add
much to your FJ's weight problem. At
only about 8lbs heavier than the stock
bumper, you'll get the great looks and
functionality of an aftermarket bumper
without crushing your front suspension.
This bumper features a large, lockable
winch access door, two fog light
mounting points, and includes a support
bracket to ensure a solid mount to your
frame. The bumper starts at just $1,200
(including black powder coating), bull
bar & brush guard add $25 or $50
respectively. Use offer code FJM 9868 for
10% any FJ Front bumper purchased
through Dec 31st, 2009.
www.aluminess.com
BudBuilt Lightweight Skids
When it comes to heavy duty
protection for the underside of your
FJ, you just can't get any tougher than
steel. For those that use their FJ as a
daily driver, the weight of most steel
skid plates can be a turn off. Luckily
BudBuilt now has an option for those
of us that want the protection of steel
without as much weight. Bud's
Lightweight Steel Skids for the FJ
Cruiser weigh over 25% less than the
standard set, yet provide plenty of
protection for occasional use.
Available in a variety of powder coat
finishes, the full set runs about $900.
www.budbuilt.com

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Electronics
ARRL HAM Radio License Manual
When you're ready to move beyond the
world of AM CB & try out the crisp, clean,
far reaching communications of amateur
radio, you'll need a good study guide. While
all the questions and answers for the
Technician exam are available online, this
book from the Amateur Radio Relay League
(ARRL) will provide you with all the info you
need to operate your HAM like a pro. It's
designed for self-study and breaks the
information down into small pieces, so
you'll have no problem passing your Tech
exam. $16.52
www.amazon.com

Brite Box for OEM Headlights

A great inexpensive way to increase the
light output from your FJ is the Brite
Box from Toytec. This device is quick &
easy to install (less than 5 minutes) and
allows your low-beam headlights to
stay on when your high-beams are
switched on. This effectively doubles
the amount of light from your
headlights, keeping you safer while
driving at night. Use coupon code
FJC2010 for 5% any toyteclifts.com
purchase. $119.99
www.toyteclifts.com

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Gadgets
Commuter Series from Otterbox
We really like the Defender series Otterbox Case for
our iPhones, but for daily use it can be a little bulky.
When we're just out & about around town, we still
want great protection without the heavy duty
coverage of the Defender, and the new Commuter
Series case from OtterBox fits the bill. It provides three
layers of protection (similar to the Defender), but in a
new slim and sleek way. The clear screen film keeps
your glass shiny, and the silicone & polycarbonate
shell provide great shock absorption. The case
includes silicon plugs to keep the dust & debris out of
your ports, while maintaining great protection. Use
the code OtterGift between Nov 23rd & Jan 1st 2010
for 20% any product at OtterBox.com. Starts at $34.95
www.otterbox.com

COMBO: REV for iPhone & Kiwi Wifi Sensor

If you (or the gadget lover in your FJ family)
have an iPhone/iPod Touch, you can’t miss
this amazing duo of products. The REV
application for your device provides the data
display side of this pair. It displays data
directly from your FJ’s ECU including torque,
RPM, speed, fuel consumption and more! REV
also allows you to check engine codes &
reset your check engine light. REV Lite is
available at no charge, but the full version is
$49.99 on the iTunes store.
www.devtoaster.com

The hardware interface comes via the Kiwi

Wifi ODBII interface from PLX Devices. The
wifi enabled plug feeds data from your ECU
to your device. This $150 device is a simple
plug & play setup, so anyone can get their
data monitoring system up & running in no
time.
www.plxdevices.com 5
Off Road
PowerTank 10lb “B” System Package
One of the best ways to improve your off road ride &
handling is to air down your tires. The quickest,
easiest, and most efficient way to air back up is with
a CO2 tank, and PowerTank has you covered. Faster
than air, able to run air tools and even reseat tire
beads, a PowerTank system is the best choice.
Available in several models to fit your needs. The
most popular model (shown) is the 10Lb “B System”
Package, which retails for $509.95.
www.powertank.com

Upper Light Bar for Stock FJ Rack

There are several options available for
high-power, roof mounted off road
lights. One of the best solutions for
stock FJ roof racks is the Upper Light
Bar from Intense Fabrication. This bar
bolts directly to the stock roof rack for
easy installation. Available with or
without the upper hoop. Starts at
$125.00.
www.intensefabrication.com

BajaRack FJ Basket Insert

Do you like the looks of your stock FJ Rack, but want

more storage without breaking the bank? If so, the new
BajaRack FJ insert is your answer. This single piece
basket insert installs quickly and easily, and provides
plenty of space for you to store your gear. The basket
doesn't raise the height of your rack, so if your FJ fits in
your garage now, it still will with this basket. This
basket is a 3/4 length, leaving space at the rear of your
stock rack for other items. Available by calling BajaRack
at 760-621-0171. $375 + Shipping.
www.bajarack.com

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Recovery
Superline XD from MasterPull
Synthetic winch ropes are much safer and
easier to use than traditional steel cable,
and the Superline XD from MasterPull raises
the bar for all synthetic ropes. The synthetic
core is covered by a tightly braided sheath
down the entire length. This protects your
valuable rope from dirt and sand which can
cause your rope to fray, and also provides
protection from UV rays. Available in several
lengths and diameters, with a breaking
strength of up to 26,500lbs. Starts at $386.27.
www.masterpull.com

Emergency
Life Hammer
An essential part of any emergency kit should
be at least one LifeHammer. This multi use tool
can be used to safely break glass to escape
from your FJ if you ever need to, and also
includes a razor sharp cutting blade to quickly
cut away a stuck seatbelt. Includes mounting
bracket. Available in orange, silver, or
fluorescent green.
www.amazon.com

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Storage

Roll Top Cover for the Center Console

The center console in the FJ Cruiser is very
useful, but can quickly get cluttered. It’s also
not wise to keep valuables in the console, since
there’s no cover. Industrial Forming has solved
both of those issues with the Roll Top Cover for
the FJ Cruiser. It provides a shielded storage
area for your electronic devices and a locking
option is available as well. Available in black
plastic as well as silver or black aluminum, with
or without the locking option. Starts at $89 for
the black ABS model. Use coupon code
4simpak$ for a $20 instant rebate on any roll
top cover during December 2009.
www.roll-topcover.com

Suspension
Total Chaos Front UCA’s
A lift, larger tires, and off
road driving can throw
your FJ’s alignment out
and effect on-road
performance. To help
combat this, Demello Off
Road offers Total Chaos
front Upper Control Arm
replacements. These
UCAs are a 100% bolt on
application for easy
installation and are built
using all chromoly tubing
and 1" Teflon lined Uniballs. Zerk fittings are
included in all pivots and the kit comes
complete with hardware, urethane bushings,
inner sleeves and install instructions. $669/pair.
www.demello-offroad.com

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