How To Get The Best Rides For Your Pickup: Five Accessories For L200, Ford Ranger, Or D-Max |
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| Topics: Ford
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Raia Anne Martin
20 October 2012
You, your choice of pickup truck, the open roads and rough terrain - to your mind, no other driving experience can compare. Especially these days with the introduction of modern trucks equipped with the latest features engineered to make you're driving more comfortable and more manageable, even in the most challenging environment. But did you know driving your Mitsubishi L200, Ford Ranger, or your Isuzu D-Max could become even better by simply getting a few choice accessories? Here are five recommended additions to get the best rides out of your pickup truck.
Park right with parking sensors, as with any vehicle, always think safety first above everything else. Parking sensors help you during restricted visibility like poor lighting in a parking garage or frost from the wintry weather. Aside from walls, posts, and vehicles nearby, these sensors can also detect people, toys, and even pets. Some of the more advanced sensors come with displays for your truck showing the distance to the object as the alarm alerts you of a potential collision. Some ultrasonic sensors may also give false alarms if the sensors' surface happens to be covered in snow, mud, or any other debris so make sure you clean them well before driving off to your destination.
Consider the keyless entry keypad for your Ford Ranger. You might think it a luxury but not when you frequently find yourself locking your keys in your pickup truck. The keyless entry keypad, apart from making your pickup truck look like a completely high-tech ride, allows you to unlock your truck using a code. You can hide your keys in your truck and not have to worry about losing them in your pocket when you're off doing things for the weekend like hiking or climbing. Ford does note that the accessory is compatible with Ranger models from 2008 to 2011.
Secure your load bed with a retractable cover. Make sure to choose covers that are made from strong materials so you're guaranteed durability and, ideally, it should also be tough enough to use as a working platform.
Consider a bedliner if you frequently haul more delicate items. A bedliner, especially ones made from soft plastic fibres, can provide a smoother floor for the type of materials you transport such as antique furniture. Plus, the liner will make your bed look better.
Get all your tools organised into a toolbox for open bed pickups like the Isuzu D-Max. A water-proof toolbox safely mounted in the bed of your truck helps you maximise space in your cab. The different types of tool boxes include an aluminium tool box with five drawers, a truck box mounted on the side rail, and a crossbed tool box that's installed at the front of the bed, just behind the cab window.
There are many more accessories you can consider getting for your pickup truck. Your choices will ultimately depend on your driving needs. Whether you need pickup trucks for work or just love their utility, consider these five accessories today for that ultimate truck driving experience.