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69 www.moderntiredealer.com TBC offers new Sumitomo Encounter HT in 36 sizes The new Sumitomo Encounter HT from TBC Brands is available in 36 sizes from 16-inch to 20-inch in H, T, and S speed ratings. TBC says the Sumitomo Encounter HT delivers year-round confidence at an affordable price by offering outstanding dry pavement handling combined with sure-footed wet-traction performance. Its noise-reducing tread design and smooth, stable ride make it the ideal all-season CUV, SUV, van, and light truck tire. The Sumitomo Encounter HT features a sturdy five-rib design, durable construction, an extended mileage tread compound, and 60,000-mile tread wear warranty for metric and LT sizes. TBC BRANDS LLC Quik-Link: (800) 687-1557, ext. 23170 www.mtdquiklink.com/23170 Philips D5S Xenon HID bulb is aftermarket replacement The Philips D5S Xenon HID (high intensity discharge) bulb from Lumileds is avail- able as an aftermarket replacement. The bulb is standard on all factory-HID equipped 2016 and 2017 Chevy and GMC full size pickups and SUVs as well as other makes. Delivering a bright white 4500K light temperature and a wide and homogenous beam, this innovative bulb design integrates the electronic high voltage starter and ballast into the lamp base. It also does not contain any mercury. Lumileds Holding B.V., a subsidiary of Royal Philips, is the manufacturer and sole supplier. LUMILEDS Quik-Link: (800) 687-1557, ext. 23171 www.mtdquiklink.com/23171 TreadWright expands Claw series TreadWright has expanded its Claw series of all-terrain/mud-terrain tires with sizes 235/85/16 and 235/80/17. The company says the Claw series combines a green manufacturing process with an enhanced tread design to conquer road, dirt, mud, and snow. The tires are geared for vehicles such as Toyota Tacoma and Tundra models. The aggressive tread design can handle challenging 4x4 off-road terrain, but has features that make the Claw an any-terrain tire. The narrow lug design gives the Claw more surface area on the highway, preventing excessive road noise when traveling on paved roads and highways. TREADWRIGHT INC. Quik-Link: (800) 687-1557, ext. 23172 www.mtdquiklink.com/23172 Forward Lift has low-profile scissor lift for small service bays Forward Lift says the new FS77 scis- sor lift is designed for smaller service bays and quick-service tasks. It is third-party tested and certified by the Automotive Lift Institute (ALI). The new lift uses less than 44 square feet of space, and features a low-profile 4 1/8- inch drive-over height for easy vehicle positioning. Its 24 3/4-inch independent platforms accommodate a wide range of vehicles and pickup points. Ramps attached to the platforms are hinged to drop down to a 65-degree angle to increase accessibility or lock in the up position to extend the pickup point surface area. It has a 7,700-pound lifting capacity. FORWARD LIFT Quik-Link: (800) 687-1557, ext. 23173 www.mtdquiklink.com/23173 KTI has new exhaust hanger pliers The new exhaust hanger pliers from K Tool International (KTI) are used to remove the hanger by pressing on the steel hanger b r a c k e t a n d pulling the rubber hanger in one motion. The company says a self-locating force pin locks onto the pin while the flat paddle pulls off the rubber hanger from behind. The heavy-duty tool has a 25-degree offset to allow for easy access in tight spaces. The exhaust hanger pliers have cushioned slip-resistant handles. K TOOL INTERNATIONAL Quik-Link: (800) 687-1557, ext. 23174 www.mtdquiklink.com/23174 Nokian Tyres unveils zLine A/S Safety and performance come together with comfort and luxury in the all-new Nokian zLine A/S, according to Nokian Tyres plc. A performance all-season tire designed for fast driving throughout the year, the Nokian zLine A/S offers excellent handling and stability, controlled driving comfort, and safety in all-seasons. The company says precise handling capabilities and technology advances ensure the zLINE A/S will get drivers where they want to go, as quickly as they want to get there. The new Nokian zLine all-season UHP tire line will be available in January 2017 in sizes 16 to 20 inches and speed category W. NOKIAN TYRES PLC Quik-Link: (800) 687-1557, ext. 23175 www.mtdquiklink.com/23175 Products