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Posted by Jordan Gerblick on 10/15/2018 to Special Events
Even though our most recent giveaway just ended last week, we want to give you fine folks another chance to win big! This time, we partnered up with Husky Liners and threw together one of our best giveaway prize packs yet. This time around, the winner will receive a set of Husky Liners floor liners for their chosen vehicle, a $200 Stage 3 Motorsports gift card, and a Stage 3 swag pack. Read on for the full details, including start and end dates, rules for entry, and tips for success!

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Posted by Jason Locke on 10/11/2018 to Sales
Magnaflow's lineup of exhaust components are some of our favorites, and many of their cat-backs, axle-backs, and other exhaust components have ended up on many of our very own project vehicles. We love Magnaflow's exhaust kits and parts so much, we decided to give a $100 Stage 3 Motorsports gift card back on Magnaflow purchases of $600 or more! Get big money back on your Magnaflow cat-back or other Magnaflow exhaust system while giving your F150, Super Duty, Mustang, or other Ford vehicle an aggressive sound backed by legendary Magnaflow quality and fitment. Our $100 Gift Card Rebate starts today and runs until November 13th, 2018, so don't delay!

Stage 3's Magnaflow $100 Gift Card Promotion!
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Posted by Jordan Gerblick on 10/9/2018 to Special Events
After a summer filled with off-road content trips and plenty of build upgrades, we wanted to do something to give back to the community that makes it all possible. And now that everything's cooling down and camping season is in full swing, it only felt right to do a giveaway especially for our outdoor-minded friends. We saw an enormous response with this giveaway and it wasn't easy picking just one of you, but at last we have our giveaway winner. Read on to find out how Stage 3 is making one lucky follower's camping dreams come true this season!

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Posted by Jason Locke on 10/5/2018 to Just Added
2018 F150 owners have been chomping at the bit for some aggressive taillight options, and ANZO has beat everyone to the punch with their 2018-2019 F150 LED Taillights. ANZO has just released versions with a Clear Lens and Black Housing, Smoked Lens and Chrome Housing, and Clear Lens with a Chrome Housing. ANZO took lessons learned from their 2015-2017 F150 taillights to create a set of 2018 F150 taillights that look absolutely amazing. With a red LED outline stripe surrounding banks of LEDs for your taillight signaling and reverse lights, the 2018 F150 ANZO LED Taillights are the perfect way to set your 2018-2019 F150 apart from the rest of the F150 herd without hassles. These taillights fit F150s with base incandescent taillights and feature a plug-and-play, drop-in installation.

2018 F150 ANZO LED Taillights
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Posted by Jason Locke on 10/3/2018 to Just Added
The factory downpipes and catalytic converters of the 2011-2018 F150 and Raptor EcoBoosts are pretty restrictive and don't allow your EcoBoost V6 to make power that's easily in its reach. While there's plenty of downpipe options available, SPD's Downpipes combine a quality construction with fairly low costs with options for both 48-State Legal and Off-Road Downpipes. All of SPD's downpipes use 3" diameter, mandrel-bent tubing that helps improve outflow, and are fitted with either 48-state legal cats or cat deletes. Despite being street-legal, SPD's 48-state catalytic converters outflow the factory converters to help you gain some extra horsepower and torque in an EPA-approved package. The downpipes are made out of aluminized steel that then gets a gray VHT ceramic coating that gives them impressive corrosion resistance without the high costs of 409 or 304 stainless steel. Check after the jump for a full list of SPD F150 EcoBoost downpipes now at Stage 3.

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Posted by Jason Locke on 10/2/2018 to Just Added
We've been wanting to get a wheel and tire package rolling for a while now, and after finally finding time to put the effort in, we are making it happen. F150 Wheel and Tire Packages are now at Stage 3, and all of them feature options for mounting and balancing, as well as TPMS programming which makes them ready to install on your truck as soon as they get to your door. We're currently offering 42 pre-built packages, but we can also put together custom wheel and tire packages using your choice of Nitto or BFG tire and Fuel, Method, Moto Metal, ICON, XD, or Helo wheels. All you need to do is use the form on our F150 Wheel & Tire Packages page. We're hoping to add more tire and wheel brands here in the near future, and we'll keep you updated.

F150 Wheel & Tire Packages at Stage 3!
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Posted by Jordan Gerblick on 9/25/2018 to Informative Articles
Every fall, the days get a little shorter and the nights get a little longer leading up to winter. With temperatures in that Goldilocks zone between too hot and too cold, it's the perfect season to get some quality time with your F150. Even better, we've got everything your build needs to make the most out of the fall season, no matter the budget! From leveling and lift kit options to bed protection, to wheels and tires, and a whole lot more, your dream build is just around the corner.

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Posted by Jason Locke on 9/21/2018 to Just Added
TeraFlex has been one of the mainstays of the Jeep world for a good while now, and they've now made the jump over to the F150s with their extremely impressive Falcon Sport Suspension Systems for the 2015-2018 F150s. TeraFlex offers both a Standard Falcon Sport System and a Falcon Sport Tow/Haul System that replace your F150's factory strut assemblies and rear shocks with vastly improved hardware that gives your aggressive F150 build the on-road handling and stability it should've had from the factory, along with vastly improved off-road suspension performance. The Tow/Haul version also features adjustable piggyback reservoirs with three settings for "Comfort and Control", "Medium Tow/Haul", and "Heavy Tow/Haul" so that you can get even better control and handling when your F150 is loaded down.

20150-2018 F150 TeraFlex Falcon Sport Tow/Haul System
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Posted by Jordan Gerblick on 9/13/2018 to Just Added
With Summer coming to an end, another week at the shop in the books, and another round of upgrades on our 2018 Budget Build, it was high-time for another Stage 3 adventure. This time around, we headed north from our home base in Phoenix to Williams, Arizona. With plenty of highway, city, and dirt roads to romp around, our 2017 F150 and 2018 F150 project trucks were in for a serious fitness test.

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Posted by Jason Locke on 9/12/2018
Our dear friends over at 5-Star tuning are in Florence, South Carolina, which just so happens to be right in the path of Hurricane Florence (no relation). So, on top of the general damper on the evening that a hurricane bearing down on you typically brings, we're also looking at delays in tuning for the foreseeable future. Keep your fingers crossed for the guys at 5-Star, and we apologize for the inconvenience. Give us a call directly at 623-434-5277 if you're looking for news on your tunes.

5-Star Delays due to Hurricane Florence
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Posted by Jordan Gerblick on 9/7/2018 to Just Added
You just can't rush perfection, and RECON definitely took their time designing and producing their brand new OLED taillights for the 2017-2018 Super Duty. It may have taken some time, but seeing these beautiful aftermarket taillights in their full glory has made the wait more than worth it. Available in Smoked, Red, Dark Red, and Clear lenses, RECON's OLED taillights are easy plug-and-play exterior upgrades that improve brightness and take your build to a whole new level of style. These are available for trucks with both halogen and LED stock taillight designs. Hit the jump for the complete list of new RECON taillights!

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Posted by Jordan Gerblick on 9/5/2018 to Informative Articles
We've been having a great time getting creative with our first ever 2018 F150 build, which also happens to be our first build where we set defined spending limits. We have to admit, we were surprised with what we were able to do with $2000 for the first budget tier, and we're excited to show you what can happen when you have a little more to work with.

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Posted by Jordan Gerblick on 9/4/2018 to Just Added
The sleek, angular headlights on the 2015-2017 S550 Mustang give it an undeniably mean look, but upgrading to Morimoto's XB LED Headlights will make your pony build look downright menacing. Replacing your standard S550 headlights in a direct plug-and-play kit, the XB LED Headlights by Morimoto improve brightness and update your front-end with a more modern, LED halo design. Hit the jump for a few good close-up shots of these aggressive LED headlights in action or head over to the new product listing to order your own set!

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Posted by Jason Locke on 8/31/2018 to Sales
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Posted by Jordan Gerblick on 8/27/2018 to Just Added
When it comes to leveling kits, you have a ton of options here at Stage 3. On one end, you have your bare bones spacer kits that don't include much else besides the pucks themselves, and then you have complete spacer leveling kits like this one from PacBrake. This comprehensive F250 and F350 leveling kit includes billet aluminum front 2.5" spacers, powdercoated steel brackets, billet shock extensions, and Grade 8 hardware. Basically, it's everything you're gonna need to level out your ride while increasing tire clearance enough to squeeze on 35" tires. Check out the new 2011-2017 F250 & F350 4WD 2.5" leveling kit by PacBrake here and don't forget, shipping's free!

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Posted by Jordan Gerblick on 8/17/2018 to Just Added
ICON Vehicle Dynamics may be best known for their awesome suspension systems, but there's a whole lot more to this iconic brand than lift and leveling kits. Actually, ICON has drawn from their expertise in suspension to enhance their full selection of aftermarket wheels with optimal caliper clearance and wheel position, ensuring unhindered suspension travel and steering function. No matter what your preference, ICON has a wheel sure to compliment your F150 or Super Duty build, and each design is available in a selection of gorgeous finishes. Get your hands on a set of F150 or Super Duty ICON wheels today and don't forget, shipping is always free!

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Posted by Jason Locke on 8/8/2018 to Just Added
The 2018 F150 2.7L EcoBoost and 3.5L EcoBoost F150s are already some of the best trucks on the road, and now S&B can help make your awesome 2018 F150 EcoBoost even better with their Oiled Cold Air Intake Kit or Dry Cold Air Intake Kit. S&B's 2018 F150 intakes improve airflow to your F150's turbochargers, allowing them to breathe easier and maximize efficiency. S&B's intakes are made out of high-quality materials and drops right into your F150's factory intake without permanent modifications or the need for tuning.

2018 F150 S&B Cold Air Intake Kit
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Posted by Jordan Gerblick on 7/31/2018 to Just Added

Baja Designs' LP9 Pro off-road LED lights offer powerful nighttime visibility, front and side-facing lenses, and durable, weather-proof quality in an attractive, compact package. The LP9 Sport, which has just been added to the site, gets you all of the same awesome features at a more wallet-friendly price point. While the Sport won't shine quite as brightly as the Pro, these versatile off-road LED lights get you the look and features of the LP9 Pro without hurting your wallet too much. Check out the new LP9 Sport LED lights by Baja Designs and don't forget, shipping is on us!

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Posted by Jason Locke on 7/30/2018 to New Products
Decades of prayers were answered when Ford announced that a diesel was going to make it into the 2018 F150s, and while we here at Stage 3 were among the cynics who glowered at the thought of a truck built purely for fuel economy, we were quickly proven wrong. And what's even better is that 5-Star has just released their custom tuning for the the 2018 F150 3.0L Powerstrokes which adds a ton more torque and horsepower to an already extremely torquey motor.

2018 F150 3.0L Powerstroke Custom Tuning
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Posted by Jason Locke on 7/26/2018 to Just Added
Even though the stock differentials of the F150s do their best, there's a ton of room for improvement in regards to handling and traction, even if your F150 is equipped with a factory limited-slip differential or E-Locker. If you want a nice increase in traction and handling both on and off the road, the Powertrax Grip Pro LSDs may be right up your alley. Like all LSDs, they stay unlocked during normal driving and turning, but lock when your tires start to slip. Unlike more basic LSDs, however, the Grip Pro LSDs use spiral gears instead of clutch packs, which give them almost instant and extremely quiet operation, along with the ability to provide variable traction based on throttle input. Since they don't have clutch packs, the Grip Pro LSDs also don't require friction modifiers or periodic maintenance. Models for the 9.75" and older 8.8" rear ends are now available. A version for the new Super 8.8" rear ends are slated for release in early 2019.

Powertrax Grip Pro Limited Slip Differential
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Posted by Jordan Gerblick on 7/20/2018 to Just Added
Our friends over at aFe Power have long been an authority on aftermarket intake kits, and with the newly-announced Quantum Pro series intakes just over the horizon, that won't be changing any time soon. These innovative, highly efficient intake kits come in both dry filter and oiled filter variants, and are designed for quick, hassle-free installation. More importantly, the oiled version can deliver a boost in power up to +17 horsepower and +46 lb-ft of torque, which is frankly insane. The two new kits opened up for pre-order today with a late summer release window, so those interested can expect theirs to ship in the coming weeks.

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Posted by Jason Locke on 7/16/2018 to Sales
We never liked be left out at a party, and we sure as heck don't want our customer's left out. Thus, we here at Stage 3 are running some killer deals and discounts July 16th through July 17th. For our own Prime Day Sales Event, you can get big add-to-cart discounts on Fuel Wheels, MBRP, KC Hilites, aFe Power, Banks, and more! We also have a subscriber-exclusive discount code for our newsletter subscribers, so make sure to sign up today so you don't miss out on a huge deal! If you find something priced better elsewhere, make sure to give us a call at 623-434-5277!

Stage 3's Prime Day Deals and Discounts
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Posted by Jason Locke on 7/9/2018 to Sales
Husky's lineup of floor liners and truck accessories are some of the best on the market, and for a limited time, you can save serious cash on the Husky Liners products you've been waiting for. From July 9th through July 23rd, 2018, you can get 15% off any Husky Liners product on the site. From floor mats to storage boxes to drop hitches and more, all Husky is 15% off. This sale is for a limited time only, so don't delay.

Husky Liners 15% Off Sale!
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Posted by Jason Locke on 7/2/2018 to Sales
We've always had a soft spot for BedRug's complete liners, and many of their kits have made their way onto our very own project trucks over the years. Now you can get some cash back when you purchase either a complete BedRug or BedTred bed liner kit during the month of July. From now until July 31st, you can get $25 back via a BedRug mail-in rebate with your purchase of a complete BedRug or BedTred bed liner kit. Now you can get a high-quality bed liner system and some cash back, which are both great things.

BedRug F150 Complete Bed Liner
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Posted by Jason Locke on 6/27/2018 to Just Added
The factory expansion tank on the 2011-2014 F150s is not all that great. Its plastic construction makes it prone to cracking, leaking, and getting cloudy, all of which give you an unnecessary hassle when it comes to taking care of your F150. Mishimoto's 6-Quart Aluminum Expansion Tank is a huge improvement in design and construction over stock. Mishimoto's 2011-2014 F150 expansion tank is made entirely out of aluminum and won't crack. Mishimoto's tank even has an exterior level that makes it easy to tall how much coolant you have in the expansion tank. The tank holds 33% more coolant than stock and comes with everything you need to get it installed on your F150.

2011-2014 F150 Mishimoto 6-Quart Aluminum Expansion Tank
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Posted by Jordan Gerblick on 6/25/2018 to Special Events
Saying we've had some over-the-top builds in the past might be an understatement, with most of our builds riding on big lifts and rugged off-road tires, decked out head-to-tail in LED lights and other accessories. This time, however, we're going in another direction with our newest F150 build. Our first take on the tweaked 2018 F150 will be a more subtle, modest affair in relation to our previous builds. This blog will be your one-stop resource for all things Stage 3 Budget Build, updated regularly to reflect the latest mods, so be sure to bookmark this one!

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Posted by Jordan Gerblick on 6/22/2018
Looking to increase airflow and improve throttle response in style? Sinister Diesel has you covered. Their new cold air intake kit for the 2017 to 2018 F250 and F350 6.7L Powerstroke funnels cool air through larger, more durable aluminum tubing dressed in an eye-catching sonic blue finish that looks even cooler than cool under your hood. Without a ton of available options for 17-18 F250 intakes, it's hard not to recommend this great-looking and relatively affordable intake kit by Sinister Diesel.

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Posted by Jason Locke on 6/18/2018 to Just Added
One of the many things we miss about the old-school SVT Lightnings is their pre-tire exit exhaust that both looked good and gave those trucks a mean sound. Now Flowmaster has a way to give your 2015-2018 F150 the sweet looks of the Lightnings in a modern exhaust kit. Meet the Flowmaster FlowFx Pre-Tire Exit Cat-Back Kit for the 2015-2018 F150s. This kit features dual tailpipes that exit before your F150's passenger's side rear tire and comes topped off with 4" tips with a Black Ceramic finish that gives your F150 an entirely new look. The straight-though FlowFX muffler adds a mean exhaust note and higher sound levels to help your F150 really turn some heads. The FlowFX Kit fits all 2015-2018 F150 engine options and most wheelbase sizes.

2015-2018 F150 Flowmaster FlowFX Pre-Tire Exit Cat-Back Kit
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Posted by Jason Locke on 6/15/2018 to Just Added
T-Rex has always been know for putting together some of the most awesome grilles on the market, and they've turned a considerable amount of attention to the 2018 F150s. A few of T-Rex's many 2018 F150 Upper and Lower Grilles are now at Stage 3! T-Rex offers everything from basic overlays to complete grille replacements that come with powerful ZRoadZ Off-Road LED Lights bars which give your truck a great look and awesome levels of forward-facing off-road light. Check out our 2018 F150 Upper Grilles and 2018 F150 Lower Grilles sections for even more 2018 F150 grille action. Take a look at T-Rex's full list of 2018 F150 grilles after the jump.

2018 F150 T-Rex Upper Grille
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Posted by Jordan Gerblick on 6/6/2018 to Special Events
It's time to introduce our newest builds: the 2017 Street Queen and 2018 Budget Build! These all-new purpose-built projects will serve two very different purposes, all with that signature Stage 3 flair. These are also two of our most commonly requested builds, so we can't wait to get the full details and final results out! Hit the jump for a brief introduction and general run-down of our plan for each build!

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