Aftermarket action
Custom fit at a universal price
All-Fit Automotive sells an inexpensive universal material to create front and rear lower lips as well as side skirts. The flexible product comes in various lengths and in 1.5-, 2.5- and 3.5-inch widths in black, silver, pink, red, dark gray and white. Installation involves using 3M’s peeland-stick Heat Bonded Tape along with screws and washers that attach to the lower bodywork at 12-inch intervals for a snug fit that conforms to the curves and undulations. Pricing starts at $120 for 30 feet of the 1.5-inchwidth material in black (some colors cost slightly more). View the installation video and select sizes and colors at www.allfitautomotive.com.
Armrest easy
People who spend considerable time in their late-model Ford F-150, Super Duty, Flex or their Ram pickups can now give their elbows a break with the SnapRest by Redline Automotive Accessories. In fact, as many drivers and their passengers will attest, the product is practically a necessity on long trips. The padded cushion pops onto the door-panels above the existing armrests without tools or adhesives and can be easily moved to other vehicles. The basic SnapRest that’s covered in simulated leather sells for $50, while the leather versions, available in a number of different shades, costs $90. Order from www.snaprest.com.
Make those stains ‘vanish’
Removing unsightly — not to mention slippery — oil blotches from concrete, pavers, asphalt driveways and garage floors is made easier with Oil Vanish stain remover from Clift Industries. It’s also relatively easy to apply by spraying the product directly onto the oily surfaces and then scrubbing and rinsing. One 16-ounce can will cover up to 75 square feet. There’s also a 32-ounce size. Oil Vanish is available from a number of auto-parts and hardware stores for $10-$20, depending on size. You can also purchase it online through www. amazon.com.
What’s on your plate?
Classic-car buffs often display authentic license plates on their vehicles, although many are in pretty rough shape. Restore A Tag can take your rusty, beat-up original and turn it into a pristine tag that looks as good as the day it was issued by the DMV. The process includes straightening the plate and removing all the old paint and rust. Epoxy primer is applied to the surface, followed by preparing the primer for paint and applications of protective clear-coat. There’s no set price for each job, since the amount of time and effort that goes into each restoration will vary. Get the full details and before and after examples at www. restoreatag.com.