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While the Ford 9.75" rear end is one of the stoutest rear ends and axles in a half-ton truck, and while it's certainly able to handle nearly any application you have in mind for your awesome F150 or Raptor build, it's actually pretty annoying to actually live with, since it lacks a drain port and the fill port is placed on the side of differential housing and has this annoying tendency to rust itself to uselessness in places that use salt on the roads. That's why an F150 aftermarket differential cover is one of the most handy upgrades you can most handy upgrades you can make to a 9.75" equipped F150 or Raptor. Nearly all of these differential covers come with their own drain and fill ports, increased capacities, and revised designs that make them extremely effective upgrades over the stock cover. However, there's more than few to choose from which can make finding the right one for your kind of a pain.

The 2015-2020 F150s are some pretty capable trucks and can tow and haul just about anything you need to have a good time off-road or get the job done. That being said, it's not hard to run into stability and handling problems long before your F150 hits its GVWR or GCWR. The good news is that there's more than one way to prevent wonky handling on your truck when it's loaded down, especially when it's lifted or leveled. F150 Add-a-leaf Kits, Helper Springs, Extended Bump Stops, and Air Spring Kits are all potential solutions to your F150's handling problems when loaded down. Granted, there's pros and cons to each method that you probably should consider before taking a plunge into one of these upgrades. Check after the jump for the breakdown!

The 2019-2020 Ford Ranger performs okay on off-road paths, but when the truck is left at stock, you're opening up your 2.3L EcoBoost engine to degradation over time. For especially treacherous trails, the stock EcoBoost power and torque also may not be able to give you the punch you need to pass through safely. When you add some of our 2019-2020 Ford Ranger 2.3L EcoBoost Engine Parts & Upgrades, your truck will run more efficiently and cleanly with impressive performance boosts. The addition of 2019-2020 Ford Ranger cold air intakes, intake scoops, or an air filter will help prevent contaminants from getting into your engine and intake. Adding a 2019-2020 Ford Ranger 2.3L EcoBoost Oil Catch Can or 2019-2020 Ford Ranger Snorkel also helps keep your important intake and engine cleaner. For those performance gains you crave and for the ability to read accurate readings, 2019-2020 Ford Ranger Custom Tuning is essential. You'll find no shortage of bolt-on engine upgrades at Stage 3 Motorsports!

One of the easiest upgrades that you can do to your 2017-2020 F250 or F350 is to upgrade your truck's fog lights. Although they seem like something that is small and insignificant, changing your fog lights can actually make a huge difference when it comes to visibility and safety. For example, if you're one that likes to take your truck off-road every once in a while, then a decent set of fog lights is a must-have. The ones that originally come stock are alright for around-town driving, but they lack a bit when it comes to going off-road. With fog lights as with most things you have a lot of options, which is why we will break down the top three brands that you should take a look at if you are in the market for an upgrade. The top three to look at are Baja Designs, Morimoto, Putco, and Diode Dynamics.

When you start upgrading your off-road Toyota build, you want to make sure you are getting the maximum amount of protection for your vehicle and every ounce of extra utility that can be added to your sweet build. The Toyota Body Armor upgrades available here at Stage 3 are the perfect additions for your aggressive off-road builds to ensure you're ready for anything the world has to throw your way. Whether you are interested in some front-end or rear-end protection, or you're after additional cargo carrying capacity these killer upgrades from Body Armor are exactly what you need to have your Toyota at peak off-road capability.

The 2019-2020 Ford Ranger performs decently as a day-to-day street ride, light off-road romp, or moderate towing vehicle. However, there is so much potential horsepower and torque that is lost from stock tuning. Being able to quickly switch between throttle adjustments to match the type of driving or towing you are doing would also benefit. If you additionally add massive new tires onto your Ranger, then your speedometer and odometer will read inaccurately. Adding 2019-2020 Ford Ranger 2.3L EcoBoost Custom Tuning is the solution you need to fix these shortcomings. With so many new tuning, optimization, and calibration options, you will ride around town in a more powerful, better throttled, and accurately displayed Ranger.

We spend a ton of time, effort, and hard-earned cash on our off-road Toyota builds, so why take a chance with underbody damage that could totally ruin all those sweet aftermarket components you just installed on your Toyota? RCI Off-Road has the solution, the RCI Skid Plates. These skid plates are designed to strengthen and protect the underbody of your 2005-2020 Toyota Tacoma, or 2010-2020 Toyota 4Runner off-road build from pesky hazards that can damage or destroy those sweet, sweet, expensive components that are typically completely exposed. With these skids installed, you'll be sliding over rocks and debris while laughing directly in the face of Mother Nature.

Chances are if you are like me, one of the many reasons you own a truck is because of towing. If you own a Super Duty then you probably have it because you have a need for a truck with serious towing capabilities. When it comes to towing, Ford hooked up the Super Dutys with high quality leaf springs and the right combination of horsepower, torque, and towing capacities up to 15,000. But the most important part of towing is the hitch receiver itself in a lot of cases. There are three different types of hitch receivers that we can break down regular bumper hitches, goose necks, and weight distribution hitches. Each one of these hitches works with different types of trailers. Luckily, here at Stage 3 Motorsports we have a wide selection of each of those, all from high quality brands. So what product would be the best for your particular setup? Let's find out.

While a decked out exterior of a 2019-2020 Ford Ranger may be the first thing people notice about your truck, it would be shame to not give the interior the same love. The 2019-2020 Ford Ranger's interior can be fitted with so many modifications to make it excel in so many different ways. Better protection, more storage, improved ergonomics can do wonders for your truck. Keep your Ranger's interior looking clean and more livable with 2019-2020 Ford Ranger Front Rear & Floor Mats, 2019-2020 Ford Ranger Seat Covers, 2019-2020 Ford Ranger Interior Storage Upgrades, 2019-2020 Ford Ranger Cabin Air Filters, 2019-2020 Ford Ranger Speakers & Subwoofers. With so many options, your Ranger's new interior will add so much more value and make you so much more comfortable when riding around town.

When it comes to taking care of your 2011-2016 F250 or F350, keeping a close eye on your engine's vital functions is crucial. If you find yourself putting your truck to work a lot then a nice set of easy to read gauges may be just what the doctor ordered. Towing takes a lot of work for your truck so keeping an eye on your pressures and temperatures is of the utmost importance. On top of gauges themselves it is important to find the right pod to make them easily visible while you are going down the road. Here at Stage 3 we have a few options as far as gauges and pods. Let's check them out.

Summertime is typically when everyone escapes the cities in favor of Mother Nature. With the current state of the world (COVID-19 is ruining everything), there has never been a better time to make sure your Toyota is ready for a summer of off-road adventures. Here at Stage 3, we have the off-road upgrades to ensure your time on the trails is spent enjoying your activities, rather than worrying about whether or not your Toyota can handle the current application. Whether you drive a 2016- 2020 Toyota Tacoma, 2010-2020 Toyota 4Runner, or a 2014-2020 Toyota Tundra we have the parts and accessories to improve your vehicles off-road capabilities and give it a look that is sure to turn some heads this Summer.

Camping can be one of the most relaxing, fun trips that you can make. Especially in the gloomy days of Covid-19, escaping civilization to bask in the cool, mountain air and in isolation sounds very appealing. If you're rocking an off-road capable vehicle, there are numerous products to overhaul it into an overland warrior. When you browse through our overland upgrades, you can get plenty of inspiration of how to make your truck into a one-stop camping spot. You'll have everything needed for your next trip to be a blast with the addition of a rooftop or bed tent, awning, general storage and a cooler!

It's practically a guarantee that with how old 2004-2007 Super Duty 6.0Ls are that the transmission in yours has either has gone out or is about to. With the transmission being the second most important part on your truck, it may be worthwhile to see if there's a way to upgrade either a part of it or the the whole thing. A new transmission can work wonders for the performance and reliability of your 2004-2007 Super Duty, especially if you are able to pair it with a "BulletProofed" 6.0L Powerstroke. Here at Stage 3 Motorsports we have everything you need if you want/need to go ahead and replace any part of your transmission setup. In addition to the parts, we also have complete transmissions as well. To be specific, we have complete transmissions, flexplates and clutches, oil pans, coolers, controllers & electronics, torque converters, and even full rebuild kits if you decide to go that route. For the sake of this article, we'll take a look and break down the three most important products when it comes to transmissions; flex plates, torque converters, and of course complete replacement transmissions.

After you've decided that your next vehicle will be a 2019-2020 Ford Ranger, you should start thinking about ways to beef up its front and rear. The stock bumpers of the Ranger look fine, but don't offer much uniqueness. They look a bit too mild-mannered for our taste and just fit in too much with the rest of the fleet. More importantly, stock bumpers are not the best when it comes to protecting your midsize truck from dangerous off-road obstacles. They also have so much less capability if you should find yourself in trouble while in the dirt. That's why you should consider both 2019-2020 Ranger aftermarket front bumpers and 2019-2020 Ranger aftermarket rear bumpers to take your build to the next level. With multiple brands and visual differences, you have plenty of options to pick the bumper of your dreams. A tubular vs. boxed, winch vs. non-winch, sensor vs. non-sensor or an off-road lighting capable bumper must be evaluated to see if they fit you.

It's fairly common knowledge that if you have a 6.0L diesel then the best idea is to get it "BulletProofed". This term was coined by a company called BulletProof Diesel which is located in Mesa, AZ. Basically, a truck has been "BulletProofed" when it has at least four or five of the major problem areas addressed. The problem areas are the oil cooler, EGR cooler, head studs, fuel injection control module, and the water pump. Once those areas are addressed the 6.0L turns from one of Ford's greatest failures, to one of the best engine's that you can have. However, sometimes our bank accounts do not really allow us to raid the 6.0L Solutions section to get it all done at once unfortunately. So which of these areas should be the greatest priority to get done first?

If you often use your 2019-2020 Ford Ranger to transport precious gear to off-grid camping sites or work site, your space is pretty limited in the cab and either a 5' or 6' bed. Additionally, anything you leave out in the bed uncovered is out in the open for susceptible eyes and at the mercy of Mother Nature. If you need somewhere to put an abundance of gear, or just want something to shield it from bad situations, then you should have a bed rack kit, as well as a swing case and/or truck general storage. When you're hauling valuable cargo, its not worth chancing it and leaving your gear unprotected. Not to mention, more cargo space can only make your next trip even better. With a variety of manufacturers and types of product, you can find a setup that is functional on your Ranger, looks fitting, and offers a unique build to your truck.

Well it's groundhog day, again. Time these days just seems to run together thanks to the pandemic and apparently murderous hornets. If you are like me, then you spend a lot of your days dreaming about sweet upgrades to your truck, but the bank account says, "please try again later". You do not have to break the bank to give your truck a serious upgrade. Despite what you may see, a truck can look good and perform better for less than you think. There are three main mods that we have here that can make a world of difference when it comes to bettering the performance. Those three are suspension mods, tires, and tuning. Here at Stage 3 Motorsports we affectionately call these three the Holy Trinity of budget modifications because they can do a lot for your truck, without breaking the bank. When it comes to the 6.0L diesels, the best thing that you can and should do is bulletproof it prior to getting any of these modifications especially tuning. It is not a requirement, but it is highly recommended. If your 6.0L is not bulletproofed, luckily we have you covered. Check out our 6.0L Solutions section.

Just because the 2019-2020 Ford Ranger is only a midsize truck does not mean that it can't be a lean, mean, towing machine! The Ford brand, a 2.3L EcoBoost and a 10-speed transmission actually help the Ranger tow pretty decently, but from stock, it does have its shortcomings. For real heavy towing, your original hitch may not be able to handle the load and you might find it difficult to control the body sway on the highway. Heavy loads can also cause your rear to sag, which not only looks awful but affects vehicle handling. Luckily, tapping into the magical wonderland of aftermarket parts can make heavy-duty towing much easier and safer. A new hitch, air spring, helper spring, or sway bar from our 2019-2020 Ranger Towing Upgrades all help to improve your Ranger's towing and hauling experience in a big way. In order to get your trailer and cargo safely to its destination, you can trust our vast variety of brands to get the job done.

While your average 2011-2020 F150 isn't a slouch when it comes to towing and hauling, if your truck's leveled or you're hauling near max payload or towing near your gross combined, rear-end squat may be ruining your day or your F150's handling ability. When you hit that impasse, then you're probably debating about whether you should grab a set of F150 helper springs, F150 extended bump stops, or a complete F150 Air Spring Kit. There's pros to cons to each option, but end in the end, your choice is mostly going to be based on what you're doing with your truck, your budget, and how much ride quality you're looking to preserve versus load support capabilities. Per usual, there's not really a "best" option when it comes to the choice between air springs and helper springs, but there are some things you should consider before taking a plunge into the wide world of F150 load support.

While we're not trying to add on to all the current doom and gloom in the world, at times a bit of prudence and practicality may be in order with the wonderful combination of viral plague, potential economic calamity, murder hornets, and likely imminent alien invasion (that's what the people in my head say) that spirals all around us. So, instead of teasing you with high-priced 2.5 coilovers, awesome aftermarket wheels, and expensive-ass aftermarket bumpers, we decided to take a look at more budget-friendly modifications and parts options so that you can make your 2011-2020 F150 look and feel like a whole a new truck. We're going to take a look at what we consider the Holy Trinity of budget modifications: basic suspension mods, tires, and tuning. These three mods alone can really turn your truck build around all without putting too big a dent in your wallet. Check after the jump for all the details.

Once you start beefing up your 2019-2020 Ford Ranger for a more aggressive, off-road appearance, the OEM exhaust system won't quite fit your new build. Its soft sound is too ordinary for an aftermarket modified truck, so why not change up the sound with a new cat-back exhaust system? While cat-backs don't do much for performance, they come in handy to modify your Ranger's sound. Whether you want a roaring boom or a stealthy whir, you'll find many levels of noise to suit your liking. Besides your preference of sound decibel, do you prefer an unfinished or black powder coated tip? What about a 304 stainless steel, 409 stainless steel or an aluminized steel construction? Lastly, you can either pick a 2019-2020 Ford Ranger Single-Exit Cat-Back Exhaust System or a 2019-2020 Ford Ranger Dual-Exit Cat-Back Exhaust System. Many different manufacturers have crafted unique mufflers, resonators and piping to ensure you have proper airflow and sound. Consider sound level, type of material, and exit-type before making an educated purchase.

Stage 3 Motorsports and Keep Your Daydream have teamed up to help you get the most out of your towing experience. For those of you that do not know, Keep Your Daydream (KYD) is Marc, Tricia, and their family cataloging their extraordinary vacations through YouTube Channel and other social media platforms. In addition to their adventures they also make videos and blog posts with helpful tips about buying an RV, DIY things while camping, and all sorts of other essential traveling and towing information. They have been doing this for a few years now and have traveled all across the United States, Canada, and Mexico. They began with a simple 2013 F150 with a 6.2L engine and a 2007 Malibu Wakesetter, through the years they transferred through other vehicles and trailers big and small til eventually ending up beginning this season with a 2019 F250 6.7L Powerstroke Diesel and a 2017 Airstream Flying Cloud 30' Bunkhouse. Through the years they have gathered all sorts of knowledge when it comes to towing, hauling, and most importantly getting from point A to point B safely. Which is why they were the perfect people to talk to about creating this new system. That way you can purchase an all-in-one kit to make your towing journey even better and safer.

It's pretty much a rite of passage for an F150 owner to throw a leveling kit or lift on their truck and then chuck on a set of big tires. However, this is not without a few issues. Larger tires mean that your truck's final drive ratio gets thrown off, which also throws off your shifting and acceleration due to changes in final drive ratio, and heavy tires means your truck's powertrain is going to struggle more to turn those tires in the first place. The solution is either regearing or tuning (or both...we'll get to that), but which you should choose is always a debate among the F150 faithful. There's good arguments for both, but there's a lot that the various forums and online truck gurus tend to not take into account a few quirks and issues that you may run into when you're trying to narrow your own choice down between shorter gears and tune to compensate for larger and heavier tires. In general, we here at Stage 3 lean towards the tuning route for most folks, however, there are a few trucks and a few situations where regearing is good option.

When you pull up to the curb in your 2019-2020 Ford Ranger, there won't be much for your truck to stand out from the rest of the crowd. The grille's black design, "Ranger" lettering, and Ford badge are exactly the same as unmodified Rangers that roll out of the factory. If you plan on upgrading your Ranger like you should, then you might want to swap out that grille too for a more unique look. Take a look into our aftermarket grille options. With multiple brands and visual differences, there is a grille available for whatever your preference is.

When it comes time to grab new rear end gears, an aftermarket differential, or even just a differential cover for your awesome 2015-2020 F150 build, it's generally a good idea to know what rear end your truck is equipped with before making a buying decision. However, our dear Ford Overlords have made this easier said than done, since both the 9.75" and Super 8.8" rear ends have the same bolt count, axle spline count, pinion spline count, gear ratio options, and Ford's part numbers and QR codes may not be legible for anyone with a decent amount of miles on their truck. The good news is that there's a very distinct visual difference between the two that makes it easy to tell at a glance which rear end your F150 is equipped with, so we here at Stage 3 have put together this handy visual reference to help you out.

Adding a tonneau cover to your Super Duty can do a lot of good. Tonneau covers can keep your cargo safe, get you better fuel economy, and help add something to your exterior. Here at Stage 3 Motorsports, we have all sorts of covers available for you to choose from high-quality manufacturers. It does not matter if you have a 2017-2020 F250 with a short bed or a 2008-2016 F350 with a long bed, we have got you covered. However, there are more decisions than just brands when it comes to picking the right tonneau cover for your truck. Part of picking the right one involves figuring out what type of cover you would like. It seems daunting, but it's pretty easy to narrow down. The three that you have to choose from are; retractable, folding, and roll-up. Each type has its positives and negatives, but any of the three can add a serious exterior upgrade to your Super Duty.

The stock speakers of the 2015-2020 F150s aren't much to write home about, even if your truck is equipped with the optional factory Sony or B&O Audio Systems (though the B&O speakers are actually pretty good). When it comes time to swap out the factory speakers with something that actually has range, you probably don't want to have to slice-and-dice up speaker surrounds or do a bunch of wiring. The bad news is that Ford didn't just go with a standard speaker mount in either the front or rear doors of the F150s, meaning that a straightforward install is not in your future. That's why we here at Stage 3 put together a drop-in, plug-and-play speaker package for the 2015-2020 F150s and Raptors. Our Kicker 6.5" Plug-and-Play Speaker Kit comes with four Kicker 6.5" KS-Series Speakers, F150-specific adapter rings, and plug-and-play wiring adapters that make it a breeze to get much better audio range and quality out of your F150 or Raptor. We dropped this kit into our 2017 Raptor to replace stock speakers that couldn't handle the extra power output of our truck's GU Auto Tech Multimedia Station.

If you are looking to add some serious power to your stock gas engine, then tuning is a good option for you to look into. Ford does a decent job of providing well-performing gasoline engines off of the assembly line. However those engines are able to perform even better with tuning. The right setup can unleash tons of horsepower and torque while taking advantage of higher octane fuel and your Super Duty's other performance modifications. One of the top of the line manufacturers that we have is 5-Star Custom Tunes. 5-Star actually has new models out for the 2020 7.3L Super Dutys as well with SCT X4 and nGauge tuners that help you clearly monitor everything that your OBD-II module puts out through a clear and easy to read display. Tuning is all well and good. But how exactly it works depends on what you get.

Anyone with proper taste can tell you that the factory muffler and tailpipes on the 2019-2020 Ford Ranger sound too wimpy for a truck. Especially once you've beefed up the exterior and suspension of your truck, you need a new sound that matches your Ranger's tough, new persona. That weak kitten purr can be completely altered to an appropriate roar with AWE's two new cat-back exhaust kits! The American designed and made 2019-2020 Ford Ranger AWE Tuning 0FG Dual Exit Cat-Back Crawler Conversion Exhaust Kit with Chrome Tips and the 2019-2020 Ford Ranger AWE Tuning 0FG Dual Exit Cat-Back Crawler Conversion Exhaust Kit with Diamond Black Tips are more fitting of an off-road truck build.

Stock tires are never ideal for trucks, especially those who love taking their vehicle off-road! Stock highway-oriented tread patterns and small sizes just weren't designed to handle the rigors of frequent off-roading, and are better suited for the highway. That's why we have so many off-road tire options, ranging from 32" tires, 33" tires, 34" tires, 35" tires, 37" tires, 38" tires, to 40" tires. There's no shortage of tires at Stage 3 Motorsports and you will be able to find one specific for your needs. Our catalogue just got a little bigger with the new addition of Cooper Tires!