See PHASE I here: http://mikestruck.org/1986-quadratrack-mikes-truck-accessories
Now that the first phase has been completed – which was to remove external truck accessories, bumpers, mirrors, door handles, etc. Followed by sand blasting, sanding, welding, replacing and renewing any body damage. Including completely cutting off the huge portions of rusted out drip rail and then welding in a new (recycled) drip rail that we found on another van at a parts yard.
The body was then sealed in light gray coating as the primer. Mike’s Truck uses a 100% solids (no air pollution), thermoplastic polyurethane and polyurea. The materials are precisely dispensed through a high pressure polyurethane spray machine. The material is heated to 120-140 degrees with the temperature maintained through a heated hose. Using high pressure, the materials is applied. It takes less than 5 seconds for it to harden. As soon as it lands on the surface it’s dry! If it’s sprayed from too far away, it won’t stick because it will have already dried. Amazing material and process!
Mike’s Truck & Bullet Liner products are a fast-cure, multipurpose series of coatings designed for a wide range of retail, commercial, and industrial uses. They exhibit excellent adhesion to most properly prepared surfaces. There are no solvents associated with these products, which means there are no air pollutants or harmful environmental contaminates.
Mike’s Truck & Bullet Liner Protective Coatings are resistant to most solvents and acids, making them ideal for industrial and commercial applications where corrosion is prevalent. This greatly extends equipment and vehicle life expectancy. It has a high “shore D” hardness rating, offering excellent impact resistance and superior tensile strengths (up to 6,600 psi) resulting in outstanding abrasion resistance. Because the material is sprayed there is a complete seal, making the coating “water tight”.
Mike’s Truck is dedicated to your truck accessories and bed liner needs. Tailgate with us at the next SF 49er or Oakland Raider game!
Shown above: 2011 Toyota Tundra with 35″ with stock Forged TRD wheels
Problem: tires rubbing
Solution: Pro Comp 6″ Lift kit, installed
Turnaround: 3 days
Take your driving experience to the next level!
Pro Comp makes products that deliver results. Pro Comp Lift Kits will not only improve the drivability but will also enhance the maneuverability. Top rated for longevity, durability, and reliability. Pro Comp’s team consists of expert engineers that have the most experience and knowledge. Pro Comp Lift’s are used by professionals, enthusiast, and every day drivers. Pro Comp uses the most durable materials and product that will transform any vehicle.
Mike’s Truck of Bay Area installs ProComp products. Pro Comp Suspension is a recognized worldwide leader. Pro Comp Lift Kits are considered the most dependable and durable kits that will give any vehicle a smoother ride for years to come. Pro Comp Lifts began in 1992 and are now considered the top aftermarket manufacturer in the suspension category.
When it comes to your vehicles handling, look and performance, Mike’s Truck truck accessories will get you customized RIGHT!
Call Mike’s today for your best custom solution.
A very good client of ours brought his Special Edition 1986 Ford Quadratrack 4WD Van in to us here at Mike’s Truck Bay Area. Some of you may know this Van as Hank the Happy Tank AKA ‘The Black Duck”. You may or may not be aware of this but there is a Facebook page with more than 35 likes (www.facebook.com/hankhappytank) photo journaling some of the Van’s adventures. As you can see, this 1 Ton Diesel has quite a bit of wear and use that needs to be re-aligned to put this Van back to it’s youth. Well Mike’s Truck Bay Area is just the right place for that. When we’re done with it, it will be back to being the Off-Road monster Van it once was!
The Goal: Make it like new.
Fix all rust and corrosion inside and out.
PHASE I: After identifying rust and weak areas, we remove the mirrors, accessories, bumpers & roof rack. All rust and corrosion is sand blasted and/or sanded off. That nasty drip rail is re-welded. Holes are patch welded. Seams are made smooth. The whole exterior is scuffed & cleaned up for PHASE II.
PHASE II: Mask out & primer gray the surface. Next, apply a coat of paint color Polyurea See details here: mikestruck.org/?p=
PHASE III: Put everything back together and take some glamour shots!
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Mike’s Truck of Silicon Valley partners in local Safeway promotion
Big brands such as Pepsi and NFL promote tail-gating events and they invited us to participate in this one. NOW that the South Bay is the NEW HOME of 49’er madness!! There’s a whole new electricity in the air!
The NEW Safeway [in South San Jose] has taken things one step further — and we are happy to be a part of that! – by promoting Bay Area teams with a brand new ‘Tail Gate Store’ located right inside Safeway! You will see the display has Mike’s Truck of Silicon Valley Bed liner!
But Mike’s Truck isn’t about just bed liners. Did you know Mike’s Truck also carrys a line of outstanding truck accessories? Yup, it’s true!
• Get your DC to AC converter for your electric cooler or electric burner to keep food hot and drinks cold.
• Keep your tailgate party protected from the wet weather with a Truck Cover.
• Get a hitch installed and tow your BBQ! or custom party trailer!
Mike’s Truck sells and installs over 20,000 truck accessories – If it goes on a pickup, van or SUV we have it. We install it! We guarantee it!
Be sure to stop by Safeway for your tailgate supplies and don’t forget to get your truck bed LINER-ed before the next game!
And LOOK FOR Mike’s Truck of Silicon Valley at the next 49’er or Raider game at TAILGATE time — we’ll have FREE STUFF!
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This is no ordinary truck… atleast NOT anymore!!
This BEAUTIFUL 2014 Dodge Ram Cummins Turbo Diesel came in to our shop and just a few days later it left with a Bullet Liner bed liner installed and was transformed into a custom LIFTED BEAUTY with custom painted wheels!! at our Mike’s Truck shop in Hayward.
ALL the truck accessories AND the installation were completed at Mike’s Truck in Hayward.
6″ Pro Comp Suspension Lift Kit
MBRP Exhaust
Bushwacker Pocket Style Fender Flares
37″ Mickey Thompson ATZ tires
20″ XD Rockstar 2 Rims custom painted to match the white
AMP Research Power Hideaway Step (‘roop’ sound not included)
What were you thinking of changing on your car, truck, RV, motorcycle, etc… ?
Bay Area Truck Crisis Center – Mike’s Truck performs upgrade to Karl’s 2014 GMC 4X4 Sierra. Upgrade includes 6″ suspension lift, tires and rims, AMP Power Steps with LED lighting, custom Polyurea premium spray-in bed liner, and Magna flow dual exhaust with black tips. Total time Karl’s truck spent at the Crisis Center – 4 days.
This is not the first time Karl has customized one of his trucks from top to bottom. He shopped around – his smile says it all. Thanks again Karl. Karl says, there is a new shop in town! New to Hayward – yes. Mikes Truck has been in business since 1983 in the Bay Area.
At Mike’s Truck we add real value and stand behind our work. If you have a problem with one of our installs we will fix it FREE. Please check out our Yelp Reviews http://www.yelp.com/biz/mikes-truck-outfitters-santa-clara-4 We know trucks. Run with the Big Dogs – Stop in at Mike’s Truck has two locations and let’s get something started!.
Meet Karl from San Mateo (left) and Scott(Chief Surgeon)
Here’s the project from start to finish.
Ranch Truck Caps has a new dealer in San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. Mike’s Truck Accessories has become a dealer for Ranch Camper Shell. Mike’s Truck in Hayward. The Ranch Truck Caps are made in Kansas and Indiana by LTA Manufacturing. LTA Manufacturing has been in the fiberglass truck top business since 1988. Ranch camper shells carry a limited lifetime warranty. The best Limited LIfetime Warranty in the industry.
It’s early Friday afternoon and you receive a call from Mike’s Truck – Your truck is ready! Your truck has gone from looking like one of thousands to a custom ride – Your Custom Ride!
Facelift completed
Lift Kit, Tires, Wheels, Step Bars, and Tonneau Cover have been installed. Now need to think about projection. Rocker panels need protection. 4 X 4 aggressive tires pick up lots of rocks and cause damage and dings to the rocker panels. With custom rocker panel protection this problem goes away forever. Mike’s Truck can color match your rocker panels that will blend in with the original paint color or create a contrast. Here’s a Dodge Ram truck with custom rockers installed.
Here are before and after pictures of the facelift Mike’s Truck performed on this 2013 Dodge 4X4 Sport. New Tires, Rims, Performance Kit, 6″ Suspension Pro Comp lift, New Springs and shocks.
Here’s the after Picture
Facelift completed
Leaving Mike’s Truck is one happy rig with suspension lift complete!
Mike’s Truck Accessories puts a smile on this 2001 Chev truck. Truck has been lifted, shocks, tires, and truck bed updated with Bullet Liner liner. With this truck you will need a ladder or an electronic step. The truck sits 43″ high at the floor of the cab.
