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High-Output Air Horn System for Anchorage Jeep Grand Cherokee

05/26/2021 By John Schwartz

Air HornA client from here in Anchorage recently contacted the team at Perfectionist Auto Sound and Security to inquire about having us install a high-output air horn system on his 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The system that the client wanted wasn’t the sort of thing you’d find at Walmart or an auto parts store. This HornBlasters Conductor’s Special kit includes a high-performance compressor and four hand-tuned Shocker XL horns that deliver real train-horn performance.

Grand Cherokee Air Horn System

Air Horn
Our technicians carefully secured the lines and wiring.
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Our team had their hands full with the necessary parts to complete the air horn system.
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The compressor and tank were securely mounted for safety.

The project started with us creating a mounting panel that fits into the storage area in the back of the Jeep. With a layer of black carpet in place for a neat and tidy look, we mounted the Viair 444C compressor and the two-gallon, six-port air tank to the panel. We plumbed the compressor into the tank and installed the pressure gauge to be visible from the rear of the vehicle. Using our CNC laser, our team fabricated a 2-inch acrylic plastic spacer that fits under the spare tire hold-down nut to secure everything in place.

The Viair compressor is rated for 100% duty cycle and can fill the tank back to full pressure in about one minute. The horn system has enough air to blast at full output for at least four seconds. That’s well more than enough to get anyone’s attention.

Train Horn Installation

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The horns and solenoid were secured underneath the vehicle.

Next, we set to work mounting the quartet of Shocker XL horns and the brass-body solenoid valve under the vehicle. The valve features a 16 mm orifice to ensure maximum airflow to the horns. The horns themselves are tucked up close to the floor and are aimed rearward so that they won’t fill with dirt, water, snow or slush. The solenoid is bolted securely to the truck’s floor, and all the wiring is protected from damage and moisture using automotive-grade cloth tape before being routed with existing wiring under the vehicle.

With everything installed, it was time to test the system. Of course, we warned everyone in the shop about our intentions before giving this the first blast. Sweet-mother-of-pearl, this system is insanely loud! Even with the bay doors closed, we bet they could hear us up the street at the gas station. Our apologies to our neighbors.

The client was absolutely thrilled with the installation and loved how loud the air horn system is. He was excited to get the truck back on the road and give his friends a demonstration. If you’re interested in upgrading your vehicle, drop by Perfectionist Auto Sound and Security and speak with one of our experts. If you can’t get to the store during regular business hours, give us a call or send our team an e-mail.

Filed Under: Custom Fabrication, FEATURED INSTALLATIONS, Truck Accessories Tagged With: 2016, Air Horns, Cherokee, HornBlasters, Jeep, Viair

Upgrade Your Truck or SUV with a Grille Guard or Heavy-Duty Bumper

05/20/2021 By John Schwartz

Truck Grille GuardWhether you’re searching for protection, functionality or style, Perfectionist Auto Sound and Security in Anchorage can help you find the perfect bumper, grille guard or front grille insert for your truck or SUV. We offer class-leading brands like Ranch Hand, Hammerhead Armor, Rigid, Iron Cross and Royalty Core that provide durable construction and perfect fitment to make your vehicle look and function better. Best of all, our team of vehicle enhancement technicians can install your upgrade and integrate a winch or auxiliary lighting with precision and expertise to deliver reliable performance.

Front Grille Inserts Add Style

Truck Grille GuardThe grille on the front of your truck or SUV is one of your vehicle’s most prominent styling components. We offer upgraded grille inserts from Royalty Core and Rigid Industries. Royalty Core grilles are fabricated from premium T304 stainless steel and include a variety of color matching options along with custom made-to-order solutions. Rigid Industries is best known for its top-quality LED lighting. Their stainless-steel grille inserts include provisions for 20-inch E-Series or Radiance Plus light bars to ensure that you can see safely once the sun sets.

Fabricated Bumpers Increase Functionality

If you’re looking for rugged styling for your truck, then a set of fabricated bumpers might be the perfect upgrade. We have solutions with provisions for winches, upgraded lighting and heavy-duty towing applications. The bumpers mount securely to the vehicle frame and are available in durable or ready-to-paint finishes. Many options from Iron Cross Automotive, Hammerhead Armor and Ranch Hand work perfectly with original equipment parking sensors and forward-facing cameras. We can add these safety technologies to your truck if they didn’t come with the vehicle.

Protect Yourself with a Grille Guard

Whether for work or play, the front of your truck, SUV or Jeep is exposed to a variety of extreme challenges. Boulders, trees and stumps on a trail or wildlife jumping out in front of your vehicle on the freeway could be a recipe for disaster. The high-strength grille guards from Ranch Hand and Hammerhead Armor are designed to protect you from injury and help prevent damage to your vehicle. Just like our bumper upgrades, many solutions work with the factory-installed collision avoidance technologies on your vehicle.

Enhance and Protect Your Truck, SUV or Jeep at Perfectionist

Drop by Perfectionist Auto Sound and Security in Anchorage to learn about the grille insert, bumper and grill guard upgrades available to enhance and protect your vehicle. A team member will help you choose a solution that fulfills your criteria for functionality and styling, and then our outstanding technicians can complete the installation for you. If you can’t visit our store, give us a call or send us an e-mail using our online contact form.

Filed Under: ARTICLES, Truck Accessories Tagged With: Bumpers, Grille Guards, Rigid Industries, Royalty Core

Product Spotlight: AMP Research PowerStep Motorized Running Boards

05/20/2021 By John Schwartz

AMP Research PowerStepIf you have a tall truck, SUV or van and are shopping for a side step or running board, drop by Perfectionist Auto Sound and Security in Anchorage and ask about the AMP Research PowerSteps. These motorized steps offer the convenience and safety benefits of a running board for getting in and out of your vehicle, then fold up tight against the rocker panel as you drive.

Truck Step Convenience and Style

AMP Research PowerStepPowerStep running boards mount directly to the chassis of your vehicle to provide a solid platform. The steps are constructed from a durable 6063 marine-grade aluminum extrusion that’s powder-coated with a corrosion- and wear-resistant PTFE finish. The motor and idler linkage assemblies are cast from an aluminum alloy and include precision-machined stainless steel pivot pins for excellent longevity and stability. AMP Research includes LED illumination on all models of PowerSteps to help you see around the product in the dark.

How Do AMP Research PowerStep Truck Steps Work?

When you drive, the step platform is tucked up tight against the rocker panel of your pickup truck, van or SUV. This retracted location offers good ground clearance and minimal aerodynamic drag compared to a fixed step or board. As soon as you open a door, the steps motorize down into place without the need for you to press any buttons. Once the last door is closed, the steps retract automatically after 3 seconds. Again, you don’t have to press any buttons — it’s all automatic.

PowerStep Options for Every Application

AMP Research PowerStepAMP Research offers the PowerSteps in three models to suit your vehicle and needs. The classic PowerStep features a single high-torque motor and extends 6 to 7 inches below the pinch weld on the bottom of the cab. This height is more than twice the distance offered by most other fixed steps and boards. The PowerStep XL is an extended design that’s optimized for extreme duty and lifted truck applications. The XL series adds an additional 3 inches to the extension length. For those who need the most-durable step available, the PowerStep Extreme is the right choice. These steps include dual motors to help you power through mud, ice and snow that may build up on the system while you’re driving. Best of all, all models are backed by a comprehensive, hassle-free, five-year, 60,000-mile warranty to the original owner.

Upgrade Your Safety and Convenience at Perfectionist

Whether you’re looking for a way to climb into a pickup truck with a 4-inch lift kit and tall tires or want to help the kids get in and out of the family SUV with increased safety, a set of AMP Research PowerSteps from Perfectionist Auto Sound and Security in Anchorage would be a perfect choice. Drop by our store today to find out what’s available for your vehicle.

Filed Under: PRODUCTS, Truck Accessories Tagged With: AMP Research, Truck Steps

Enjoy Your Car Stereo Today and Pay Later with Acima Credit Leasing

05/14/2021 By John Schwartz

Acima Credit LeasingIf you want to upgrade your car stereo or outfit your truck with a new set of wheels and tires, drop by Perfectionist Auto Sound and Security and ask about our Acima Credit Leasing solutions. Purchasing through Acima allows you to enjoy new technology like Apple CarPlay, better sound with a subwoofer, or improved styling and performance with vehicle upgrades while making easily manageable payments over a few months.

How Does Acima Credit Leasing Work?

Acima Credit LeasingUnlike a credit card, loan or financing that charges you interest, Acima is a leasing program. They charge a lease fee on top of the price we quote you on your upgrade. We can help you complete the simple application process and establish your eligibility, usually in a few minutes. Best of all, no credit history is required to qualify! Most applicants qualify if they have an income of $1,000 or more each month, can demonstrate at least three months of history with their current employer, and have maintained a checking account in good standing for 90 days .

You can choose from leasing packages as long as 24 months, and have the option to pay off the lease in as little as 90 days with a 25% discount on all outstanding payments. Feel free to drop by and ask us about lease length options.

Who Owns the Products Purchased with Acima?

Acima Credit LeasingIn the simplest of terms, Acima buys the products we’ve helped you choose to upgrade your car or truck. Once you complete the payment schedule or select to pay off the lease, the products become yours.

Speaking of products, you can choose from items like an upgraded radio with Bluetooth, smartphone integration technologies like Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, or a subwoofer system to improve the way your music sounds. We also offer suspension upgrades and truck accessories; lighting upgrades for cars and trucks; and a wide variety of audio upgrades for motorcycles, side-by-sides and boats. Acima limits the amount of labor on the invoice to 30% of the total amount, so you can use it to cover the cost of having our expert technicians integrate your improvements for optimized performance and reliability.

Upgrade Your Vehicle Today!

If funds are a little tight but you are dying for some great music or a remote starter for your car or truck, drop by Perfectionist Auto Sound and Security in Anchorage and ask us about using Acima Credit Leasing. We can help you complete the no-charge application form, and then will work with you to pick the right enhancements for your vehicle. For more information or to schedule a personal consultation, give us a call or send our team an e-mail using our contact page.

Filed Under: Bluetooth, Car Audio, PRODUCTS, Wheels and Tires Tagged With: Acima, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay

Upgrade Your Truck or Van with Side Steps or Nerf Bars

05/12/2021 By John Schwartz

Truck Side StepIf you own a truck, van or SUV, then a set of side steps or nerf bars from Perfectionist Auto Sound and Security in Anchorage would be a great upgrade. These steps and bars not only make it easier to get in and out of your vehicle; they also give it a rugged off-road look that’s an excellent match for a new wheel and tire package or upgraded bumpers. Let’s look at some of the brands we carry and the options that are available.

Truck Side Steps Add Convenience

Truck Side StepSide steps come in a wide variety of styles. There are the typical one-piece tubes or extrusions that run the length of the cab. These may have an integrated rubber or perforated step pad that improves traction when your boots are wet, snowy or muddy. Fabricated steps are based on either a tubular or welded main chassis and many feature welded or bolt-on step extensions. Fabricated steps and nerf bars with integrated steps can be similar in design. Powder-coated, chrome, anodized and bedliner finishes are the most-popular options. Many brands also offer custom-painted solutions to match a personalized build.

Steps for Every Truck, Van and SUV

Truck Side StepWe carry popular brands like N-FAB, Iron Cross Automotive, Westin, AMP Research, Aries, Go Rhino and Dee Zee to ensure we have a fitment and style that works with your vehicle. Most companies offer vehicle-specific designs that locate the step platforms perfectly for regular, extended, quad and mega-cab applications. We can often provide matching truck bedside and rear steps to make loading and unloading cargo easier. Most of the solutions we offer are designed to bolt directly to the frame or chassis of your vehicle with no modifications or drilling required.

Expert Installation Services

Our team of expert technicians doesn’t just deliver the best car audio upgrades in Anchorage; they are also excellent at installing accessories. We’ll ensure the steps are level with your vehicle and aligned perfectly for even step distance from the cab or chassis. We always torque all fasteners to the provided specifications. If you’ve chosen steps with lights or a motorized option like the AMP Research PowerStep, nobody is better at routing and integrating the wiring into your vehicle.

Find the Best Truck Accessories at Perfectionist

If you are shopping for the best running board, sidestep or nerf bar solution for your car, truck or SUV, we invite you to visit Perfectionist Auto Sound and Security in Anchorage and speak with one of our product specialists. We’ll help you sort through the hundreds of options available to choose a solution that matches your needs and vehicle perfectly. Give us a call or send our team an e-mail using our contact page for more information.

Filed Under: ARTICLES, Truck Accessories Tagged With: AMP Research, Aries, Dee Zee, Go Rhino, Iron Cross Automotive, N-FAB, Side Steps, Westin

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