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Expert Advice

4 Wheel Parts doesn't just want to provide you with the best deals on quality jeep and truck parts - we want you to understand the product. Get advice from the experts here at 4 Wheel Parts on anything from choosing which tonneau cover is best for your truck, to how to install air filters, and much more.

• Leveling Kits - Which One is Right for You?

  Add the extra inches you need with one of these top performance leveling kits.

• How to Install a Banks PDA Tuner

  Follow these step-by-step instructions for extra horsepower and increased fuel economy.

• 4 Types of Auxiliary Lights

  Breaking the huge selection of auxiliary lights into driving lights, fog lights, round lights, and flood lights.

• Choosing the Right Winch for Your Vehicle with 4 Wheel Parts

  Haul your vehicle out of almost any situation with the right winch.

• How to Install an aFe Air Intake System

  Keep your car performing at its peak by regularly installing new air filters.

• Installing an Extang Trifecta Tonneau Cover - No Tools Required

  It practically takes longer to take the Extang Trifecta tonneau cover out of the box than it does to install it.

• How to Install a Pace Edwards Retractable Tonneau Cover

  Tonneau covers reduce wind drag for better gas mileage and protect your cargo from theft and the weather.

• How to Install a Truxedo Deuce Tonneau Cover

  The Truxedo Deuce tonneau cover allows for access from both the front and the back of the truck bed.

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  Lift Kits and Lift Kit Suspensions

  You see them all the time: Light trucks, Sport Utility Vehicles, Jeeps, and more, coasting down the highway, sitting atop towering truck suspension lift kits and sporting a set of tires so big that a person could live in them. If you’re the curious type looking to lift up your own rig, a more important question than “How do I get my ride to do that” is "Why should my ride do that?"
  

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  Choosing the Right Truck Wheels

  Steel, Cast Alloy, or Forged Alloy wheels – the choices are few, but getting the right set for your vehicle could prove a bit more complicated if you don´t know the difference. Whether you´re aiming for some lightweight wheels that offer maximum shine, or going for a more heavy duty option to handle that off–road workload, it pays to know what type of wheel will best suit your needs
  

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  Choosing the Right Off Road Tires

  Looking to buy some new Off Road truck tires? Hold it right there. If you’re just looking to grab the biggest, most wicked-looking truck tires available, there are a few things you should probably know before you go about doing so.

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  Build a Tire Package at 4 Wheel Parts

  4 Wheel Parts makes shopping for wheels and tires easier than ever with their intuitive Tire Package Builder Tool. See for yourself how it can help you put together the perfect Tire Packages in no time!

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  Shock Absorbers: Tech Overview

  No truck lift kit is complete without a set of premium shocks to reduce suspension impact, and improve ride quality and control. Read our shock absorbers tech overview and see which shocks are right for you.

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  Leveling Kits: All About Truck Leveling Kits

  Even out your vehicle stance, eliminate unsightly front or rear rake, or add a few more inches of clearance to fit larger tires with one of the most overlooked truck parts: leveling kits.

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  Gas Saving Tips

  Gas prices: even just hearing the phrases makes a person shudder. But with 4 Wheel Parts' tips for saving gas tailored specifically for off road enthusiasts, you can rest assured that you're getting the many MPG as possible out of your rig.

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  Electric winches

  Electric winches are one of the fastest growing product markets in the off road industry, and not to mention, one of the most widely used pieces of hardware. Join us as we look at the intricate inner workings of electric winches to assist you with your shopping needs.

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  Tonneau Covers – Choosing the Right Style for your Truck

  Tonneau covers can be an incredibly effective means of keeping cargo in your truck bed safe from theft and harmful elements, like rain or snow. Figure out which type of tonneau cover is best for you with our side-by-side comparison.

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  Fuel Saving Products & Fuel Saving Tips

  Not only does choosing the right off road truck and jeep parts improve the ride of your vehicle, but it can actually help you save gas! Learn how you can improve your fuel economy with simple steps like upgrading your air filter, maintaining the right tire pressure, and more.

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  Tonneau Cover – A Buyer’s Guide various Tonneau Covers

  A tonneau cover offers a variety of benefits including increased gas mileage, a weatherproof design, security for your cargo, and a sleek style, so no matter what happens your truck bed is covered.

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  Preparing for Winter with the Right Truck & Jeep Accessories

  Are you ready for winter? From tires to floor mats to Jeep tops, we're showcasing all of the winter accessories that are going to make a huge difference in your winter treks!