Exterior & Accessories

Does your pickup bed need a cover, does your Jeep need new top hardware, or does your car need protection from stones and road salt? This is where we bring together exterior parts and accessories, from tonneau covers, running boards and wind deflectors to bumpers, grilles, mirrors and roof racks, for you who want to protect, equip or restore the bodywork.

Parts for body, bed and underbody

This category covers what sits on the outside of the car and under the hood: tonneau covers and truck bed accessories, running boards, fender flares and mud flaps, grilles, mirrors, wipers, weatherstrips and spare tire mounts. Some parts protect against stone chips, dirt and weather. Others make the vehicle easier to use for hauling or off-road driving, and some are replacement parts for restoration, such as Omix top bow brackets for the Willys CJ2A and CJ3A or a Kentrol hardtop liftgate hinge for the Jeep Wrangler TJ and YJ.

How to choose exterior accessories

Start with your vehicle's model, year and trim, then choose based on these criteria:

• Fit: Most parts are made for specific models. For tonneau covers, the bed length and any factory rails also matter. Access LOMAX covers are available, for example, for the 5 ft bed on the Toyota Tacoma and Chevrolet Colorado/GMC Canyon, and for the Rivian R1T with factory rails.
• Type: Access LOMAX is available both as a folding hard cover and as a tri-fold model. The type can affect how the cover opens and how much of the bed is left open.
• Finish: The same product may be available in, for example, black urethane or matte black, so you can choose to match the rest of your vehicle's details.
• Use: If you drive off-road, skid plates and grille guards or rock protection may be relevant. Car covers protect paint and glass while the vehicle is parked.

Installation and inspection

Many parts mount in existing holes or brackets. Others require you to drill, remove panels or adjust the part afterwards, so read the installation instructions before you choose. Parts that change the vehicle's width, front end, lights or visibility can matter at the vehicle inspection. This applies, for example, to fender flares, grille guards, light guards and mirrors. Whether a part is permitted depends on the product and the vehicle, so check the approval, such as E-mark, for the specific part number.

Maintenance and brands

Rinse off salt and dirt regularly, inspect bolts and brackets after off-road driving, and keep rubber seals and gaskets clean so they keep sealing. In this category you will find brands such as Covercraft, Westin, Husky Liners and Putco.

Frequently asked questions

Do fender flares and grille guards need approval at inspection?

It depends on the product and the vehicle. Parts that change the vehicle's width or front end can matter at inspection. So check the approval, such as E-mark, for the specific part number before you install.

What should I check before choosing a tonneau cover?

Check the bed length, the vehicle's model year, and whether the bed has factory rails or other equipment. Access LOMAX covers, for example, are listed for specific bed lengths and models.

Can I install running boards and roof racks myself?

Often yes, if the part uses existing mounting points, but it depends on the product. Read the instructions. Also remember that the load you can carry on the roof depends on your vehicle's permitted roof load.

How do I keep exterior parts looking good?

Rinse off salt and dirt regularly, especially under the vehicle and around skid plates. Inspect bolts and brackets after off-road driving, and keep rubber seals clean so they keep sealing.