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75 Days Until the 2017 SEMA Show—Key Exhibitor Deadlines and Updates

Thu, 08/17/2017 - 14:30

By SEMA Editors

Both the Deadline and Budget Checklists help exhibitors stay ahead of Show planning and save money while doing so.

The 2017 SEMA Show is about 11 weeks away. Here’s rundown of key deadlines, including early bird and advance rates available for several booth services, as well as checklists to keep you on track and on budget.

Complete Deadlines Checklist - Take advantage of Early-bird rates—order before the deadlines!

The Deadlines Checklist provides a breakdown of all of the deadlines for booth orders, rentals, booth vehicle applications, celebrity appearance notifications and much more.

Budget Checklist – Double check your Show prep.

The budget checklist form allows you to keep track of all your costs and ensure that you are adequately prepared for your experience at the SEMA Show.

Upcoming Exhibitor Deadlines – Take advantage of discounts by acting before the deadlines.

August 25 - Show Directory Listing Information Due
September 1 - Celebrity Appearance Notification (to be included in printed Show material)

September 6 - Booth Design Notification (Required for all exhibits 20x20 or larger)
September 6 - Multi-level Booth Design Notification (Required for all exhibits 20x20 or larger)
September 6 - Permit Application to Clark County – Hot Works
September 6 - Permit Application to Clark County – Spraying & Dipping
September 6 - Permit Application to Clark County for Outside Exhibits, Tents, Staking Plans
September 8 - Hanging Sign Design Notification Form to Show Management
September 15 - Booth Vehicle Display Application (Vehicles displayed in booth)
September 15 - Sponsorship Artwork / Materials Due to Freeman
September 18 - Lead Retrieval Rental (Advance Rate) – CompuSystems
September 21 - Freight – Freeman Warehouse – 1st day to accept advance freight
September 29 - Fabric Solutions – Freeman
September 29 - Target Move-in Date Changes - Freeman
September 30 - Internet/Telephone Order (Advance Rate) – Cox Business (LVCC)

More information on the 2017 SEMA Show is available at www.SEMAShow.com.

Job-Hunting? Top Automotive Jobs Here

Thu, 08/17/2017 - 14:27

By SEMA Editors

Helpful Tips for Employers: The Do’s and Don’ts of Conducting Interviews
The SEMA Career Center wants to help your company conduct the best interviews to ensure that you hire top talent that fits your organizational culture. When beginning the interview process, hiring managers must be cognizant of best practices and laws to ensure compliance.

Latest Jobs Added to SEMA Career Center

Are you hunting for a new job? The SEMA Career Center has a comprehensive listing of automotive-related job openings around the country. Here are some of the latest classifieds posted to the website.

Welder: Speedway Motors is hiring a welder to operate TIG welders and produce high-quality, strong and controlled welds on mild steel, aluminum and brass windshield frames, and use additional machine shop equipment. The ideal candidate will have an associate’s degree in technology or welding with a minimum of one year of related TIG experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. The ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. is required.

Sales Manager: Speedmaster is hiring a sales manager to assess the strengths and weaknesses of the sales team and manage the sales program accordingly, monitor the program on 500+ accounts across all sales channels and pinpoint ways to penetrate new markets, provide on-the-ground support for sales associates as they generate leads and close new deals, meet with customers to discuss their evolving needs and develop and implement new sales initiatives and strategies to capture key demographics. The successful candidate will understand what motivates customers to buy and know how to tap into those needs and desires in an effective way.

Technical Salesperson: AAM Competition is hiring a mid-level technical salesperson responsible for answering technical questions in regard to different turbochargers, their application and power levels, and providing a world-class customer service experience that fosters loyalty to the AAM Competition brand. The successful candidate will be an expert in turbochargers and have a good understanding of vehicle engines, the ability to explain technical information to a non-technical audience, excellent computer skills and more than two years of sales experience.

Product Research and Development Specialist: All Classic Parts Inc. is hiring a product research and development specialist to perform thorough research on new product possibilities to complete coverage goals; analyze market trends and suggest new products to develop; gather comprehensive product information to supply new production cycles; and understand a multitude of part numbers, OE cross references, vehicle applications and product data. The ideal candidate will have a strong interest in automotive products and agility at learning new products and attributes; excellent research skills; a technical mindset for analyzing products, technical drawings and blueprints; a minimum of three years of product R&D, parts counter, automotive catalog or tech support experience; and an associate’s degree.

Automotive Customer Service/Tech: Energy Suspension is hiring an automotive customer service/tech to provide customer service, automotive product application information, technical assistance, order processing and respond to emails. Occasional travel to local trade shows and events is required. The ideal candidate will have basic automotive knowledge and prior customer service experience, be proficient with proactive outbound calls to the customer base, have Excel knowledge and great organizational skills. Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus, and ACES and PIES knowledge is preferred.

Exhibitors Offering Products to SEMA Show Builders

Thu, 08/17/2017 - 14:25

By Jason Catullo

Exhibitors of the 2017 SEMA Show can expand their reach, product exposure and Show-floor presence by offering products to builders through the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders list.

Exhibitors of the 2017 SEMA Show are invited to expand their reach, product exposure and Show-floor presence by offering products to builders through the Products for Project-Vehicle Builders list. The list connects manufacturers with builders looking to create or complete a vehicle project.

The list, which will be updated each week in SEMA eNews, features product offers and contact information provided by confirmed SEMA Show exhibitors. Builders interested in obtaining a product use the information to contact exhibitors directly. With each project vehicle required to be supported by a current 2017 SEMA Show exhibitor, all product-placement decisions, negotiations and agreements are the responsibility of the exhibiting manufacturer and the builder.

The list is open to exhibitors of the 2017 SEMA Show only. To be included in the list, complete the form.

Exhibitors: Each submission will appear on a first-come, first-served basis. All submissions are due by Friday, October 6, 2017. As participation increases, all submissions will also be archived on www.SEMAShow.com.

Note: For verification purposes, the Project-Vehicle Builders form must be used to participate in the program; email submissions will not be included in the list. Participation in the list does not guarantee product or vehicle placement at the 2017 SEMA Show.

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Engine/Underhood Components

Milltek Sport: Performance Exhaust, Active Exhaust Valve Control Systems and Ultra Lite-weight Carbon Fibre Lithium Car Batteries available for a wide range of European and Domestic vehicles. Contact: Steve Pound, steve@millteksport.com; 441-33-222-7280. Website: www.milteksport.com.

Pypes Performance Exhaust: Aluminum radiators with original style stamped tanks. Fan shrouds, Electric fans & control modules. Contact: Brian Minnick, brianm@maxperformanceinc.com. Website: www.coldcaseradiators.com.

Retro Manufacturing: Hoodliner insulation. Contact: James Tate, marketing@retromanufacturing.com; 702-483-2222. Website: www.retromanufacturing.com.

Stage 8 Locking Fasteners: Locking bolt kits for headers , collectors, and turbos. Contact: Bruce Bennett, bruce@stage8.com; 415-485-5340. Website: www.Stage8.com.

ExteriorComponents/Accessories

Atturo Tire Corp.: Tires for trucks, SUVs, and Jeeps is offering builders for SEMA the Trail Blade BOSS and the AZ 850. The Trail Blade BOSS is a hardcore off-road tire for the toughest of terrains with 3 new sizes for SEMA 2017. The AZ 850 is an ultra high performance tire for street performance SUVs. Contact: Joe Gomez, JGomez@Atturo.com; 224-772-8508. Website: www.Atturo.com.

Bestop Inc.: Jeep Wrangler soft tops, doors, bumpers and soft accessories, truck Powerboards and bed covers. Contact: Rick Vermeil, rick.vermeil@bestop.com; 303-464-2573. Website: www.bestop.com.

Elmnto LLC: Ranger Rover accessories—full bodykit, carbon fiber door vents, carbon fiber grilles and carbon fiber mirrors. Contact: Michael Kazakov, michael@elmnto.com; 617-901-5035. Website: www.elmnto.com.

Extreme Dimensions: Carbon fiber and fiberglass exterior styling products for Chevy Corvette C7, 2016+ Chevy Camaro, 2015+ Ford Mustang, 2015+ Mazda Miata MX-5, and Dodge Challenger. Contact: Sam Piazza, Sponsorship@ExtremeDimensions.com; 714-278-8000. Website: www.ExtremeDimensions.com.

Fastway Trailer Products: Aluminum adjustable ball mounts, ball mounts with integrated locks, anti rattle ball mounts, Heavy Duty ball mounts, weight distribution hitches with built in sway control, trailer accessories. Contact: Mike Flygare, mflygare@fastwaytrailer.com; 877-523-9103. Website: www.fastwaytrailer.com.

Grote Industries: Grote Industries is excited to offer it's full line of XTL flexible LED lighting technology. This includes strips from 12" up to 15' long in 5 colors and our truck bundle kits as featured on Velocity Network's Truck U television show. Contact: Chris Cammack, chris.cammack@grote.com; 812-801-9640. Website: www.xtl-led.com.

Retro Manufacturing: Replacement standard antennas, power antennas. Contact: James Tate, marketing@retromanufacturing.com; 702-483-2222. Website: www.retromanufacturing.com.

3SDM Wheels USA: Forged 1pc 20-22", Forged 3pc 18-22", Cast 1pc 16"-20". Huge range of styles and finishes to choose from. Custom designs also available from our forged range. Contact: Dylan, dylan@3sdm.co.uk; 310-299-0935. Website: www.3sdm-wheels.com.

True Spike Lug Nuts: Lug Nuts, Spike Lug Nuts, Bullet Antennas, Billet Antennas. Contact: Enrique J Baiz, esrperformance@yahoo.com; 305-463-0680. Website: www.truespikelugnuts.com.

Vossen: 70 different premium wheels using various manufacturing methods; CV mono-block, hybrid forged, 2 piece Vossen x Work, mono-block Vossen Forged and 3 piece Vossen Forged Wheels. Sizes range from 18"-24" with widths from 8.5-13". A limited number of Jeep and 6 lug wheels are now offered. Contact: Mike Forsythe, mike@vossenwheels.com; 305-463-7778. Website: www.vossenwheels.com.

Westin Automotive: Nerf Step Bars, Snyper Jeep products (all), LED Lighting, Outlaw Bumper, Winches, Ultimate LED Bull Bar, HDX Front and Rear Bumpers. Contact: Juan Lopez Moctezuma, jmoctezuma2@westinautomotive.com; 626-960-6762. Website: www.westinautomotive.com.

XIX Wheels: Offering 19-, 20-, 22-, and 24-inch wheels, staggered or all around and SUV (22" and 24" 5 lugs only) for European imported, American sporty cars and SUVs. Also 15-, 16-, 17-, 18-, 19-inch tuner wheels for street compact or drift cars. Contact: William Lu, tig2004@gmail.com; 626-350-9000. Website: xixwheels.com.

Interior Components/Accessories

Bestop Inc.: Jeep Wrangler seat covers, floorliners, storage solutions. Contact: Rick Vermeil, rick.vermeil@bestop.com; 303-464-2573. Website: www.bestop.com.

Grote Industries: Grote Industries is excited to offer it's full line of XTL flexible LED lighting technology. This includes strips from 12" up to 15' long in 5 colors and our truck bundle kits as featured on Velocity Network's Truck U television show. Contact: Chris Cammack, chris.cammack@grote.com; 812-801-9640. Website: www.xtl-led.com.

Linkswell Automotive: Integrated Back Up Camera and Navigation Systems for most GM & Ford Vehicles. Contact: Walt Detlefsen, walt@linkswellinc.com; 909-375-0633. Website: www.linkswellinc.com.

Retro Manufacturing: RetroSound radios, speakers, kick-panels, subwoofers, amplifiers, antennas, sound deadening material, power window roll-ups. Contact: James Tate, marketing@retromanufacturing.com; 702-483-2222. Website: www.retromanufacturing.com.

Westin Automotive: Profile Floor Liners. Contact: Juan Lopez Moctezuma, jmoctezuma2@westinautomotive.com; 626-960-6762. Website: www.westinautomotive.com.

Suspension/Brake Components

Hyperco - MW Industries Inc.: Suspension springs, coil-over springs and various suspension components. Contact: Sarah Ostrander, sostrander@mw-ind.com; 847-349-5787. Website: www.hypercoils.com.

Other Products/Services

ESCO: Portable and compact vehicle lifting systems, see this video link for details: www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPg8MiFdX_U. Contact: Ryan Palka, rpalka@esco.net; 352-754-1117. Website: www.esco.com.

Linkswell Automotive: Integrated Back Up Camera and Navigation Systems for most GM & Ford Vehicles. Contact: Walt Detlefsen, walt@linkswellinc.com; 909-375-0633. Website: www.linkswellinc.com.

POR-15/POR Products: Rust Preventive Coatings, Frame Paint, Engine Enamels, Truck Bed Liners and other restoration paints. Contact: Scott Helliesen, shelliesen@porproducts.com; 973-929-2142. Website: www.POR-15.com.

Retro Manufacturing: Battery chargers and testers. Contact: James Tate, marketing@retromanufacturing.com; 702-483-2222. Website: www.retromanufacturing.com.

Stage 8 Locking Fasteners: Locking spindle nut kits for both Dana 44 and Dana 60 axles. Contact: Bruce Bennett, bruce@stage8.com; 415-485-5340. Website: www.Stage8.com.

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Engine/Underhood Components

AMSOIL Inc.: Premium synthetic lubricants, gear oil, additives and filters. Contact: Jamie Jarvi, info@amsoil.com; 715-399-6557. Website: www.amsoil.com.

Fidanza Performance: High performance aluminum flywheels, Adjustable Cam Gears, Short Throw Shifters, Clutches (Domestic and Import). Contact: Matt Polena, Matt@Fidanza.com; 440-259-5656. Website: www.Fidanza.com.

Flowmaster, B&M & Hurst: Axle back and cat back exhaust systems, mufflers, differential covers, transmission pans, Cold Air intake, headers, torque converts, transmission/oil coolers. Contact: Marketing Department, marketing@dpbrands.com; 707-544-4761. Website: www.flowmastermufflers.com.

GC Cooling: High-performance electric cooling fans and accessories. Contact: Preston Folkestad, info@gccooling.com; 515-645-5908. Website: www.gccooling.com.

JET Performance Products: Performance Modules and Programmers, Performance Mass Air Flow Sensors, Throttle Body Spacers and Performance Throttle Bodies. Contact: Dan Nicholas, dan@jetchip.com; 714-848-5515. Website: www.jetchip.com.

Hypertech Inc.: Max Energy 2.0 power programmers, Max Energy power programmers, and Interceptor power tuners. We also offer Speedometer Calibrators. See our website for current applications. Contact: Jason R. Sakurai, spdnmotion@yahoo.com; 828-260-2324. Website: hypertech.com.

Kentrol/Fishbone Offroad: Jeep hood prop rods and grill supports.. Contact: Jamey Paine, jamey@kentrolinc.com; 330-549-2235. Website: www.fishboneoffroad.com.

Maradyne High Performance Fans: Electric cooling fans and accessories, hydronic heaters and accessories. Contact: Fred Garza, fgarza@dcm-mfg.com; 214-215-9860. Website: www.maradyneHP.com.

Mishimoto: Performance cooling products, including direct-fit and universal radiators, intercoolers, oil coolers, power steering coolers and transmission coolers, fans and fan shrouds, performance air intakes, performance exhausts, silicone and mandrel-bent aluminum intercooler pipe and silicone boot kits, silicone coolant and ancillary hoses, coolant and power steering reservoir tanks, oil filler caps, radiator caps. Contact: Ricky Nietubicz, rnietubicz@mishimoto.com; 302-762-4501. Website: www.mishimoto.com.

Northern Radiator: Aluminum performance radiators for race, muscle car, hotrod, and sport compact applications. Performance radiators and charge air coolers for diesel truck applications. Aluminum fan shrouds for race, muscle card and hotrod applications. Contact: Denny Engelmann, dengelmann@1nfs.com; 320-235-2288. Website: www.northernfactory.com.

ODYSSEY Battery by EnerSys: Premium AGM batteries, portable chargers and hold down kits. Contact: Maria Orlando-Krick, maria.orlando-krick@enersys.com; 610-208-1692. Website: www.odysseybattery.com.

ProCharger: Superchargers and intercooled supercharger systems. Contact: Cary Pangrac, cary.pangrac@procharger.com; 913-338-2886. Website: www.procharger.com.

Pypes Performance Exhaust: Exhaust systems, Axle back and cat back exhaust systems, mufflers,headers, exhaust tips. Ken Faust, kenf@pypesexhaust.com; 800-421-3890. Website: www.pypesexhaust.com.

Redarc Electronics: In-vehicle/trailer Battery (DC-DC) Charger will charge from both solar and the alternator simultaneously. Suitable for 12 or 24-volt vehicle systems, the unit will also work with either standard or variable/smart alternators. The charger has patented charging profiles for AGM, Gel, Standard Lead Acid, Calcium and LiFePO4 batteries. Contact: Craig Herriot, cherriot@redarc.com.au; 6-141-984-1856. Website: www.redarcelectronics.com.

Savior Battery Cases: Savior Battery Cases and Trays. Contact: Jon Templeman, Jon@SaviorProtected.com; 913-638-8222. Website: www.SaviorProtected.com.

Tech Line Coatings: Ceramic coatings for exhaust system and internal engine components. Contact: Tim Sampson, tsampson@techlinecoatings.com; 865-773-0599. Website: www.techlinecoatings.com.

XS Power: Batteries, cable, and accessories. Contact: Brady Basner, brady@xspowerbatteries.com; 865-688-5953. Website: www.4xspower.com.

ExteriorComponents/Accessories

Air Design USA: F150 & F250, Toyota, Tacoma,Tundra, Ram, Chevy Silverado, Colorado, GMC Sierra, front bumper guards, hood scoops, fendrer flare, fender vents, door moldings. tailgate spoilers & tailgate appliques. Silverado Street Series lowered body kit. 2015 Mustang accessories, front bumper, hood scoop, window & side scoops, fender vents, rear wing & rear spoiler, sides skirts, rear lower valance. Contact: Billy Longfellow, billy@airdesignusa.com; 760-481-4404. Website: www.airdesignusa.com.

BASF Corp.: **NEW** R-M® Onyx HD™ and Diamont™ Zyrilliant Color Series is a collection of 108 colors that provide custom car builders and restoration shops with the ability to deliver bright, extreme and one-of-a-kind shades. These formulas are easily customizable and feature a range of colors, developed without using special pigments or effect components. The series offers 36 custom shades, as well as 12 ground colors and 60 high-chroma colors that can be combined and applied using a tri-coat process to create the maximum effect. These eye catching shades react to direct light to deliver incredible shimmer and sparkle with color changing effects. Glasurit® 55-Line and 90-Line waterborne products will also be available. Each system will also provide primers, hardeners, reducers, and clears for selected vehicles. Contact: Brian Fox, brian@foxmarketing.net; 717-577-6449. Website: www.basfrefinish.com.

B&W Trailer Hitches: Gooseneck hitches, fifth wheel RV hitches, and tow and stow adjustable ball mount hitches. Contact: James Works, Jamesworks@turnoverball.com; Phone: 620-473-3664. Website: www.turnoverball.com.

Carr: Truck side steps: Hoop 2, Super Hoopa nd NEW LD Step. Light rack systems, hitch steps, deployable work-truck step, tool box steps and grab handles. Contact: Robert Hamlton, robert@carr.com; 651-719-1068. Website: www.carr.com.

CT Johnson Enterprises Inc.: Locks for trailers and hitches. Contact: Gary Johnson, deadboltlocks@comcast.net; 503-226-2011. Website: www.deadboltlocks.com.

EGR Inc.: We offer a wide range of premium auto accessories such as: Color-matched fender flares, matte fender flares, window visors, hood shields, and rear cab spoilers for late model trucks. Contact: Autumn Lamb, Alamb@egrusa.com; 909-923-7075. Website: www.Egrusa.com.

Federal Tire: UHP Tires 15", 16" 17", 18"19" RS-R and RS-RR. MT Offroad Tires: 33" to 37" Wheel sizes from 15" to 20”. Couragia MT. Contact: Michael Robleto, mike@imwks.com; 213-595-4720. Website: www.federaltire.com.

Flowmaster, B&M & Hurst: Graphics packs, wheels, exhaust tips. Contact: Marketing Department, marketing@dpbrands.com; 707-544-4761. Website: www.flowmastermufflers.com.

Focus Auto Design Inc.: Hood guards, hood protectors, bug shields. Contact: Dale Walmsley, dale@focusauto.com; 403-770-4206. Website: www.formfithoodprotectors.com.

Gem Tubes: Unique Octagon Step Bars and Gas/Diesel Geometric Exhaust Tips (Lucky 7 Exhaust Tips). Contact: Nathan Keith, Nkeith@maxwayint.com; 705-783-6066. Website: www.GEMTubes.com.

Hornblasters Inc.: Available items range from complete air-horn and train-horn kits with complete on-board air units to just the horns if the vehicle is already equipped with air-ride. We have a variety of products to offer, and the ability to assemble custom kits to fit any vehicle or application. Contact: Manny Rizzo, manny@hornblasters.com; 877-209-8179. Website: www.hornblasters.com.

Impact Plastics Automotive: 18 and 9 cu.-ft. roof top cargo carriers. Zero tool assembly and made of durable four season HDPE material. Provides added storage space for gear on the top of the vehicle. Fits most factory and aftermarket cross rails. Contact: Mike Sheridan, mikes@cartopcargo.com; 847-323-8810. Website: www.cartopcargo.com.

Iron Cross Automotive: HD Winch Ready Bumpers, HD Low Profile Bumpers, Rear Bumpers, Sidearm Steps, HD Steps, Patriot Steps, Jeep Bumpers, Jeep JK Fender Flares, Jeep Steps, LED Lights. Contact: Matt Cartwright, mcartwright@ironcrossautomotive.com; 918-227-7433. Website: www.ironcrossautomotive.com.

Kentrol/Fishbone Offroad: Jeep bumpers, armor, hinges, hood latches, tire carriers, skid plates, tube doors, mirrors, light guards, hood accessories, windshield hinges. Contact: Jamey Paine, jamey@kentrolinc.com; 330-549-2235. Website: www.fishboneoffroad.com.

Omni United: Radar Renegade R7 M/T tires, Radar Renegade A/T 5 tires, Radar Dimax R8+ UHP tires, Radar AS 8 Touring tires, Timberland CROSS Tires, and Timberland A/T Tires. Contact: Casey Robinson, caseyrobinson@omni-united.com; 231-645-6452. Website: www.omni-united.com.

Owens Products Inc.: Jeep VENOM hood (fiberglass heat extraction hood), Fusion step (heavy duty oval step), GlaStep (custom fiberglass running boards *must be painted*), ClassicPro running boards (extruded aluminum *bright or black* and diamond tread aluminum), Premier Grip ( custom TPO running boards), Ellipse & Garrison (diamond tread tool boxes), Commercial use running boards and rear van steps. Contact: Bob Mansmith, bmansmith@owensproducts.com; 269-865-2122. Website: www.owensproducts.com.

Ranch Hand: Grille guards, front bumpers, back bumpers and running steps. Contact: Samantha Fojtik, samantha@ranchhand.com; 210-930-3948. Website: www.ranchhand.com.

Raptor Series: Step bars and bed rails. Contact: Jesse Brown, jesse@raptorseries.com; Phone: 510-298-5426. Website: www.raptorseries.com.

Reflexxion Automotive Products LLC: Cowl Induction Hoods for 2015-2017 Ford F-150. Contact: Angii Kingsley, angiik@reflexxion.com; 901-332-6263. Website: www.reflexxion.com.

SOTA Offroad/WELD XT: Line of 4x4 wheels and 4x4 rims for off-road and lifted trucks. There are many styles to choose from in 17-, 18-, 20-, 22- and 24-inch diameters. Contact Ryan Husted, ryanhusted@sotaoffroad.com; 888-313-2580. Website: www.sotaoffroad.com.

SnugTop: Fiberglass hardtops and lids for all type of pick up trucks. Contact: Andy Nilarp, anilarp@snugtop.com; 562-432-5454. Website: www.snugtop.com.

Voxx Wheels: Aluminum and Flow Formed wheels for Hot Rods; Passenger vehicles; Light Truck, Off Road Truck and ATV/UTV vehicles. Contact: Dana Burks, dana.burks@voxxwheel.com; 310-783-1613. Website: www.voxxwheel.com.

Weapons Grade Fabrication: Custom truck racks and side steps, designed specifically to fit your truck, jeep or sprinter van. Contact: Greg Marankie, greg@wgfab.com; 530-320-5260. Website: www.weaponsgradefabrication.com.

Whelen Engineering Co. Inc.: Reliable and powerful warning lights, white illumination lighting, sirens, controllers, and high-powered warning systems. Contact: Eric Maurice, emaurice@whelen.com; 860-718-2240. Website: www.whelen.com.

Interior Components/Accessories

Air Design USA: Floor-liners. Contact: Billy Longfellow, billy@airdesignusa.com; 760-481-4404. Website: www.airdesignusa.com.

Fidanza Performance: Short Throw Shifters. Contact: Matt Polena, Matt@Fidanza.com; 440-259-5656. Website: www.Fidanza.com.

Flowmaster, B&M & Hurst: Auto and manual shifters, shifter accessories, floor mats. Contact: Marketing Department, marketing@dpbrands.com; 707-544-4761. Website: www.flowmastermufflers.com.

Kentrol/Fishbone Offroad: Jeep interior bezels, grab handles, dash components and seat mounts. Contact: Jamey Paine, jamey@kentrolinc.com; 330-549-2235. Website: www.fishboneoffroad.com.

Midland Radio Corp.: High-Powered MicroMobile GMRS Two-Way Mountable Radios: available in 5, 15, and 40 Watts. CB Radios: Classic CB Units and Handheld Models. Contact: Lexi Glassman, lglassman@midlandradio.com; 816-462-0444. Website: www.midlandusa.com.

Owens Products Inc.: K-9 containment (K-9 vehicle inserts for 15+ Tahoe & 11+ Explorer). Contact: Bob Mansmith, bmansmith@owensproducts.com; 269-865-2122. Website: www.owensproducts.com.

Redarc Electronics: Tow-Pro Elite Electric Trailer Brake Controller. Simple to install and operate, it offers two types of braking, proportional and user-controlled mode, is suitable for both 12 & 24V vehicles and features Active Calibration. Contact: Craig Herriot, cherriot@redarc.com.au; 6-141-984-1856. Website: www.redarcelectronics.com.

Soundstream: Car audio systems including: source units, amps, subwoofers, headrests and overhead video units, etc. Contact: Monika Earle, monika@poweracoustik.com; 323-72-2333-3295. Website: www.epsilonelectronicsinc.com.

TKO Clamping Systems: Custom hose clamps and mounting/anchor clamps. These replace worm gear or spring steel clamps with anodized engraved custom fit clamps that lock on with ease and unlock with just the twist of a straight screw driver. They come in 5 different colors and can be custom engraved with your logo or company name. No one else is building anything like them and for builders that sweat every detail, they really add to a nice clean finished look. Contact: Tim Magagna or Stan Caldwell, tkoclampingsystems@yahoo.com; 208-380-9860. Website: www.tkoclamps.com.

Suspension/Brake Components

Disc Brakes Australia - DBA USA: Brake rotors and brake pads. Contact: Yoni Kellman, yoni@dbausa.com; 800-747-2220. Website: www.dbausa.com.

Flowmaster, B&M & Hurst: Springs. Contact: Marketing Department, marketing@dpbrands.com; 707-544-4761. Website: www.flowmastermufflers.com.

QA1: Shocks, coil-over kits, control arms, trailing arms, k-members, sway bars, other suspension components, full-vehicle suspension kits, ball joints, rod ends. Contact: Bill Foley, bfoley@qa1.net; 952-985-5675. Website: www.qa1.net/contact/special-build-sponsorship-request.

Steer Smarts: Steering and chassis components for 2007-2017 Jeep Wrangler "JK". Products include: Steer Smarts YETI XD (1 5/8") 1.5 TON Tie Rod, Steer Smarts YETI XD "No Drill" Top Mount (1 5/8") 1.5 TON Draglink, Steer Smarts YETI XD Top Mount (1 5/8") 1.5 TON Draglink for High Steer Knuckles, Steer Smarts YETI XD Bottom Mount (1 5/8") 1.5 TON Draglink, Steer Smarts Griffin XD Steering Attenuator, Steer Smarts YETI XD (2") 2 TON Track Bar, Steer Smarts YETI XD Track Bar Relocation Bracket, and Steer Smarts YETI XD T (1 5/8") Steering Stabilizer Bracket. Contact: Jay Velthoven, jvelthoven@steersmarts.com; 734-892-3755. Website: www.steersmarts.com.

Tech Line Coatings: Ceramic coatings for brake components and wheels. Contact: Tim Sampson, tsampson@techlinecoatings.com; 865-773-0599. Website: www.techlinecoatings.com.

Thyssenkrupp Bilstein of America: Shock absorbers, struts, coilovers and dampers. Contact: Regis Finn, regis.finn@bilsteinus.com; 858-386-5900. Website: www.bilsteinus.com.

Other Products/Services

Dannmar Lifts: Automotive lifts in 2-post, 4-post and scissor configuration. if you need a lift to show your product at the show, we can provide. Contact: Michael OConnell, moconnell@dannmar.com; 877-432-6627. Website: www.dannmar.com.

Eaton: Eaton is looking to sponsor five vehicles with differentials for the 2017 SEMA Show. Contact: Steve Case stephenrcase@eaton.com, 269-342-3533. Website: www.myvehicle.eaton.com/sema-sponsor.

Gem Tubes: Custom OCTA series step tubes for your vehicle if it is not one of our standard applications. Contact: Nathan Keith, Nkeith@maxwayint.com; 705-783-6066. Website: www.GEMTubes.com.

Grypshon Industries: Grypmat. The Grypmat is made from our patent-pending, flexible, non-magnetic, non-slip, rubberized material. They work on curved surfaces such as car bodies and composite race cars. Using a Grypmat reduces surface damage during painting, shortens build times, and is a customizers most valuable tool. Contact: Ray Ferreira, ray@grypshon.com; 813-943-5166. Website: www.grypmat.com.

Maradyne High Performance Fans: Tire pumps, air blowers for track and garage. Contact: Fred Garza, fgarza@dcm-mfg.com; 214-215-9860. Website: www.maradyneHP.com.

Midland Radio Corp.: High-Powered MicroMobile GMRS Two-Way Mountable Radios: available in 5, 15, and 40 Watts. CB Radios: Classic CB Units and Handheld Models. E+Ready Emergency Radios: Emergency Crank Radios with Multiple Sustainable Charging Options, Two-Way Radio Kit, and Portable Weather Alert Radio Contact: Lexi Glassman, lglassman@midlandradio.com; 816-462-0444. Website: www.midlandusa.com.

Mishimoto: Shot knobs. Contact: Ricky Nietubicz, rnietubicz@mishimoto.com; 302-762-4501. Website: www.mishimoto.com.

Owens Products Inc.: RaceMate (garage & trailer accessories). Contact: Bob Mansmith, bmansmith@owensproducts.com; 269-865-2122. Website: www.owensproducts.com.

Patriot Campers: Patriot Camper Trailers, models X1 and X2 available to display behind overland vehicles around the show. Contact: Justin Montesalvo, justin@patriotcampers.com.au; 702-630-3464. Website: www.patriotcampers.com.

QA1: Carbon fiber driveshafts. Contact: Bill Foley, bfoley@qa1.net; 952-985-5675. Website: www.qa1.net/contact/special-build-sponsorship-request.

Reelcraft Industries: Wide range of hose, cord and cable reels for industrial, commercial and professional applications. Contact: Ross McGregor, ross.mcgregor@reelcraft.com; 260-244-2061. Website: www.reelcraft.com.

Transfer Flow Inc.: Fuel tanks for full-size trucks including larger replacement fuel tanks, in-bed auxiliary fuel tanks, refueling tanks, fuel tank and tool box combos. Contact: Warren Johnson, wjohnson@transferflow.com; 530-893-5209. Website: www.transferflow.com.

US Shift: Complete Quick 6 standalone transmission control system, compatible with 2011 or newer Ford 6R80 six-speed automatic transmissions. Contact: Jake Chandler, jakec@usshift.com; 864-646-8920. Website: www.usshift.com.