2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission father's day gift?

[JNeiman]

We just got the new truck and I am looking for maybe a father's day gift for one of his trucks. Less that $50 though. He always is on long drives... like 4 to 10 hours on business, so if you have any ideas, let me know!

 

[Blakers]

Cummins mud flaps on the Cummins site = $35. 00.

 

[bighammer]

ICEMAN graphics? (I think he's still making them)

 

[JNeiman]

come on... . I know you guys have more great ideas than just these... I want things that will make his long trips seem shorter...

 

[JNeiman]

air horns maybe?

 

[bighammer]

OK, how 'bout HOOTERS gift certificates





Air horns less than $50? I don't think so

 

[JNeiman]

haha, i'll keep that one in mind!

 

[Bob Wagner]

could he use cb mount?

I could offer you a Fathers Day Special if your hubby could use a cb radio mount

 

[illflem]

If his truck is anything like mine the armrest is too low and my arm ends up on ledge by the window. That is until I got a truckers armrest, hangs from the window channel and adjusts fore and aft by sliding. Only $7 but worth a million on a long drive. Most auto parts have or can get them.

 

[JGK]

Too bad you're limited to $50. I would have suggested satellite radio.



-Jay

 

[BV]

gift idea

Why not check out Genos Garage for some accessories? The Cup Smoothie or Wheelskin are under $50 clams.

 

[duaneparks]

Hands down the Cup Smoothie is a nice addition to any truck. I've had one for 2 years. Took me about 5 minutes to get used to having beverages and such *right there* where they're easier to get to.



From then on I wouldn't be without one.



~$34 or $35 from Geno's, and it comes with a satisfaction guarantee.



Can't beat that.



Duane

 

[JNeiman]

Well first off, I'm his 17 year old son, not his wife. But I like the ideas coming in. Lets see some more!

 

[duaneparks]

Something else that I've added that I like alot are the wind deflectors that go on the side windows. I got the kind that slide into the window channel, not the kind that stick on.



On a warm or hot day they really get the warm air out of the cab. Conversely on a cold day they help get the cooler air out too.



And, they look cool. Weathertech I think is the brand I got from MacNiel Auto online.



Another item could be clearance lights if he doesn't have any. They're $70 from a dealer for the kit that includes a template, or can be had cheaper in the aftermarket (just a bit over the budget you mentioned).



Aren't Geno's muffler eliminator kits right around your price range? Talk about a different sounding truck! I straight piped mine at a muffler shop for $40. Now it's nothing but smiles when I'm on the go pedal. Leave the resonator on though to keep the dreaded drone out of the truck.



Recently the wife bought me a dash mat for ~$35 from O'Reilly's. It will protect the dash from those "harmful UV rays" and cuts down on dust in the cab.



About a year back I bought a steering wheel cover made out of leather that stretches but doesn't neet to be sewn on. Cost about $8 from WalMart and I like it a lot too. Keeps from wearing out that leather that comes on the wheel, and it doesn't have any logos or whatever on it.



That's about all I've done to mine for under $50 a pop. Maybe a bug deflector for the front? Tint the windows? Good luck on whatever you decide.



Duane