With best-in-class 35,500 pounds towing capability, Chevy’s 1-ton workhorse proved impressive at the company’s ride-n-drive event in Bend, Oregon. Sandor Piszar, Chevy truck marketing director, talks about the truck’s fleet appeal and Chevy lead development engineer Chris DePolo explains how a new Allison 10-speed transmission enabled an improved axle ratio of 3.42 (down from 3.73) and thus better fuel economy.
6/30/19
2020 Chevy Silverado 3500 6.6-liter Duramax diesel
With best-in-class 35,500 pounds towing capability, Chevy’s 1-ton workhorse proved impressive at the company’s ride-n-drive event in Bend, Oregon. Sandor Piszar, Chevy truck marketing director, talks about the truck’s fleet appeal and Chevy lead development engineer Chris DePolo explains how a new Allison 10-speed transmission enabled an improved axle ratio of 3.42 (down from 3.73) and thus better fuel economy.
6/29/19
Weigh Safe Drop Hitch Product Video
The Weigh Safe Drop Hitch is the one and only trailer hitch with a built-in scale that signals you to adjust your load before you hit the road, resulting in a much safer and enjoyable towing experience. Before this ball mount, gauging your trailer’s tongue weight was a hassle. You had to rely on inefficient bathroom scales, make a trip to the weigh station, or purchase a separate tongue weight scale. But with the Weigh Safe’s built-in scale, measuring your tongue weight is as easy as coupling your trailer to your ball mount. Simply hook-up your trailer to the Weigh Safe ball mount just as you would any other ball mount. The weight of your trailer will push down on the hitch ball, which in turn pushes down on an internal hydraulic piston that sits on a bed of oil. When the piston drops into the oil, the pressure reading is sent out to the scale.
Roll Up Doors for the Knapheide Aluminum Service Body // NTEA 2019
New Roll Up Doors shown on our Aluminum Service Body at the 2019 Work Truck Show.
6/28/19
BEDBIN by BEDSLIDE
Take a closer look at the BEDSLIDE accessories. See how the BEDBINS work with everyday items and why they are a great addition to your BEDSLIDE.
6/27/19
Ford Telematics: The Power of Choice | Ford
Ford Customer Solutions now offers access to unprecedented data and options for fleet managers looking to optimize their business. Ford Telematics™ is a simple, yet powerful tool that delivers manufacturer-grade information, insights and solutions right to your fingertips. The easy-to-use interface enables you to manage your fleet in real-time and quickly assess where you need to take action.
6/26/19
Nissan TITAN | Truck Bed Features, Size & Payload
See what truck bed additions and features are available on the 2017 Nissan TITAN® that will make your life that much easier. Tough, smart, with a massive payload – TITAN's truck bed is ready to work. Best of all, you're backed up by America's Best Truck Warranty. Learn More at: http://www.nissanusa.com/trucks/titan See more Nissan Titan videos: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
Take on the big jobs with the 2017 TITAN®. TITAN's bed is loaded with available features to let you work and play hard. A dampened tailgate that raises and lowers easily with one hand. A factory-installed spray-in bed-liner to help handle abuse, and massive payload capability to bring what you need. And with Nissan’s Utili-track system with 5 channels and heavy-duty sliding cleats, you can lock down just about anything. Hide away your gear in the available in-bed TITAN boxes. They even double as an ice chest – removable, too. And with a convenient 120-volt outlet and 8 bright, integrated lights, you’ve got a tough, rugged workspace – day or night. Best of all, you're backed up by America's Best Truck Warranty. Nissan. Innovation that excites.
TITAN bed features: - A dampened tailgate that raises and lowers easily with one hand - A factory-installed spray-in bedliner to help handle abuse - Massive payload capability to bring what you need - Utili-track system with 5-channels and heavy-duty sliding cleats - Hide away your gear in the available in-bed TITAN boxes. They even double as an ice chest - 120-volt outlet and 8 bright, integrated lights, you’ve got a tough, rugged workspace – day or night.
6/25/19
Steel Dump Body With Removable Chipper Canopy - Enoven Truck Body
Hunter with Enoven Truck Body showcases a unique dump body with a removable chipper top. See more at http://www.enovenind.com
As trucks get more complex, so does fleet maintenance
Technicians are turning to new tools and technologies to overcome these challenges and reaping dividends through predictive maintenance and less vehicle downtime.
The growing complexity of modern trucks is driving changes at maintenance shops and for the workers who have to navigate this increasingly digital world.
“Electronics allow vehicles to have a better conversation with technicians than ever before,” said Kristy LaPage, business manager of the commercial vehicle group at Mitchell 1. “In the transition from mechanical to electronic control systems, there has also been a shift from technicians to diagnosticians. Vehicle electronics are the source of information that can become actionable, so shop solutions are evolving with this change.”
“The digital shop is not only changing inspection and maintenance practices,” said Jeff Sweet, solutions engineer at Decisiv, a provider of a service relationship management (SRM) platform. “Advancements in sensors and monitoring continue to improve fault condition filtering and help prioritize work based on fault severity.”
Photo: Noregon
A solution that simultaneously diagnoses all components is now essential as an intake tool for technicians.
Also constantly under development are the tools technicians need to service advanced electronic systems.
“A solution that simultaneously diagnoses all components is now essential as an intake tool,” stated Tim Bigwood, CEO at Noregon Systems, a provider of JPRO commercial vehicle diagnostic and monitoring solutions. “And those tools have evolved because while previously there were limited fault trees to consider based on symptoms, today’s vehicles are more complex, so the aid of a diagnostic and repair solution is a necessity.”
The increase in electronics on vehicles is allowing for real-time access to the equipment’s operating conditions and fault data, noted Renaldo Adler, industrial principal, asset maintenance, at Trimble Transportation Enterprise.
“Fleets now have access to a vast amount of diagnostic data needed to repair assets faster,” he said. “Inspections can also be improved with the use of electronic diagnostic tools, which analyze the equipment’s condition and any active faults, so maintenance departments are able to be proactive.”
Remote diagnostics
All of the original equipment manufacturers offer systems on their new trucks that provide diagnostic data. These sensor-based and telematics-driven solutions can improve maintenance efficiency and vehicle uptime.
Kenworth dealers, for example, use diagnostic data from TruckTech+ Remote Diagnostics.
“We have found it can cut the time a unit is in our shop by 30%,” said Josh Hayes, branch manager at NorCal Kenworth – San Leandro. “We’ve also found that among trucks with TruckTech+ Remote Diagnostics, we’re seeing about a 15% reduction in the number of trucks that must be towed because remote diagnostics allow us to monitor fault codes and diagnose issues to determine if a truck can be driven into the shop.”
Photo: Mack Trucks
For OEMs, part of the value of remote diagnostics systems is that the vehicle is effectively reporting its own status.
Sanjiv Khurana, general manager of digital vehicle solutions at Daimler Trucks North America, said with the Detroit “virtual technician” system, maintenance managers get real-time alerts and a plan for critical faults. When the truck arrives at the service location, the diagnostic information and fault history allow the technician to get a jump-start on the repair process.
At Peterbilt, SmartLinq remote diagnostics have been integrated with reasoning engine technology to enable more precise diagnostic information, fault code collection, and enhanced analysis by linking cascading faults.
Volvo, Mack, and Navistar also offer their own systems, aimed at reducing downtime and allowing for over-the-air software updates.
“With the increase in electronics on commercial vehicles, fleets have a better understanding of vehicle health,” said Brian Mulshine, director of customer experience for Navistar’s OnCommand Connection.
In short, the value in all of these remote diagnostics systems is that the vehicle is effectively reporting its own status to a maintenance operation.
“The key for truck fleets is to apply electronics to enable a proactive system that adds value and not cost,” said Wally Stegall, technical fellow, director at Morey Corp.
Robert Braswell, executive director of the Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC), noted that greater vehicle complexity makes preventive maintenance more of a challenge. “Until enough fleet data in the field is gathered, it makes it more difficult to optimize service and inspection schedules for new electronic systems,” he explained. “But increasing complexity can bring with it sensor-based maintenance strategies that can help with self-diagnostics.”
Source: https://www.fleetowner.com/maintenance/trucks-get-more-complex-so-does-fleet-maintenance?NL=FO-02&Issue=FO-02_20190321_FO-02_446&sfvc4enews=42&cl=article_1_b&utm_rid=CPENT000004488230&utm_campaign=23847&utm_medium=email&elq2=5bd8750c9eba4791abe0019c109758f6
The growing complexity of modern trucks is driving changes at maintenance shops and for the workers who have to navigate this increasingly digital world.
“Electronics allow vehicles to have a better conversation with technicians than ever before,” said Kristy LaPage, business manager of the commercial vehicle group at Mitchell 1. “In the transition from mechanical to electronic control systems, there has also been a shift from technicians to diagnosticians. Vehicle electronics are the source of information that can become actionable, so shop solutions are evolving with this change.”
“The digital shop is not only changing inspection and maintenance practices,” said Jeff Sweet, solutions engineer at Decisiv, a provider of a service relationship management (SRM) platform. “Advancements in sensors and monitoring continue to improve fault condition filtering and help prioritize work based on fault severity.”
Photo: Noregon
A solution that simultaneously diagnoses all components is now essential as an intake tool for technicians.
Also constantly under development are the tools technicians need to service advanced electronic systems.
“A solution that simultaneously diagnoses all components is now essential as an intake tool,” stated Tim Bigwood, CEO at Noregon Systems, a provider of JPRO commercial vehicle diagnostic and monitoring solutions. “And those tools have evolved because while previously there were limited fault trees to consider based on symptoms, today’s vehicles are more complex, so the aid of a diagnostic and repair solution is a necessity.”
The increase in electronics on vehicles is allowing for real-time access to the equipment’s operating conditions and fault data, noted Renaldo Adler, industrial principal, asset maintenance, at Trimble Transportation Enterprise.
“Fleets now have access to a vast amount of diagnostic data needed to repair assets faster,” he said. “Inspections can also be improved with the use of electronic diagnostic tools, which analyze the equipment’s condition and any active faults, so maintenance departments are able to be proactive.”
Remote diagnostics
All of the original equipment manufacturers offer systems on their new trucks that provide diagnostic data. These sensor-based and telematics-driven solutions can improve maintenance efficiency and vehicle uptime.
Kenworth dealers, for example, use diagnostic data from TruckTech+ Remote Diagnostics.
“We have found it can cut the time a unit is in our shop by 30%,” said Josh Hayes, branch manager at NorCal Kenworth – San Leandro. “We’ve also found that among trucks with TruckTech+ Remote Diagnostics, we’re seeing about a 15% reduction in the number of trucks that must be towed because remote diagnostics allow us to monitor fault codes and diagnose issues to determine if a truck can be driven into the shop.”
Photo: Mack Trucks
For OEMs, part of the value of remote diagnostics systems is that the vehicle is effectively reporting its own status.
Sanjiv Khurana, general manager of digital vehicle solutions at Daimler Trucks North America, said with the Detroit “virtual technician” system, maintenance managers get real-time alerts and a plan for critical faults. When the truck arrives at the service location, the diagnostic information and fault history allow the technician to get a jump-start on the repair process.
At Peterbilt, SmartLinq remote diagnostics have been integrated with reasoning engine technology to enable more precise diagnostic information, fault code collection, and enhanced analysis by linking cascading faults.
Volvo, Mack, and Navistar also offer their own systems, aimed at reducing downtime and allowing for over-the-air software updates.
“With the increase in electronics on commercial vehicles, fleets have a better understanding of vehicle health,” said Brian Mulshine, director of customer experience for Navistar’s OnCommand Connection.
In short, the value in all of these remote diagnostics systems is that the vehicle is effectively reporting its own status to a maintenance operation.
“The key for truck fleets is to apply electronics to enable a proactive system that adds value and not cost,” said Wally Stegall, technical fellow, director at Morey Corp.
Robert Braswell, executive director of the Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC), noted that greater vehicle complexity makes preventive maintenance more of a challenge. “Until enough fleet data in the field is gathered, it makes it more difficult to optimize service and inspection schedules for new electronic systems,” he explained. “But increasing complexity can bring with it sensor-based maintenance strategies that can help with self-diagnostics.”
Source: https://www.fleetowner.com/maintenance/trucks-get-more-complex-so-does-fleet-maintenance?NL=FO-02&Issue=FO-02_20190321_FO-02_446&sfvc4enews=42&cl=article_1_b&utm_rid=CPENT000004488230&utm_campaign=23847&utm_medium=email&elq2=5bd8750c9eba4791abe0019c109758f6
6/24/19
COMING SOON - A New Way to Load and Unload Your Pickup - PowerLoader by MasterHaul
Coming
in 2020
PowerLoader
Loads and Unloads the Truck Automatically!
Masterhaul is a new company with
some new ideas of how to make far better use of a pickup truck or typical
service body. The product offerings include the ability to make use of a wide
range of optional modules that allow maximum use of a pickup truck bed or
service body. Here are some of the features and how they can benefit your
business.
The PowerLoader eliminates the need
for additional resources required by existing truck mounted lift gate products.
- No need for workers to transfer heavy cargo from a
liftgate into the truck bed.
- No need to purchase utility trailers to tow products
that don’t fit on a liftgate, e.g. large power equipment, construction
materials, pallets and many more.
- Enhanced Productivity– a quicker job site process
equates to more jobs being completed per day, and more revenue being
generated per week, per month, per year! A great ROI
- Mobility – ability to take/deliver resources
to work place without having to transfer and / or utilize another form of
transport. Offload the truck in seconds when empty truck is needed
- Enhanced Safety – No human requirements for
lifting or moving loads into the bed
- Double + the load size capability – Load platform is
same size as truck bed, NOT the tailgate
- Optional and Unique Dump feature – Not offered by
others
- Optional conveyor belt feature – Automatically
drops the load off at destination
- Quick and easy to install - No drilling required
- Switch & utilize for multiple trucks - Unlike
Liftgates that are a permanent fixture once installed
- Safer Weight Distribution v Liftgate: The PowerLoader
allows easy positioning of the cargo forward in the cargo area. Cargo
loaded by liftgates must be re-handled to move it forward. Improper cargo
location may reduce steering and braking performance and increase rear
axle system fatigue.
- Remote Control– For all operational systems
- Reduced Injuries caused by getting in and out of the truck bed
- · Slipping
off the Liftgate
- · Injury by
Falling Cargo
- · Being
injured by Liftgate Mechanism
Please give us your thoughts on our product line, email us
at info@masterhaul.com.
Learn more at: www.masterhaul.com
6/23/19
RANCH HAND - FRONT BUMPER / GRILLE GUARD
FRONT BUMPER / GRILLE GUARD
A Front Bumper with a Grille Guard provides the most protective coverage for your vehicle’s grille and headlights as this product combines the traditional front bumper replacement and grille guard.
Find out more at: https://www.ranchhand.com/grille-guard-front-bumpers
Reading Master Mechanic HD Crane Bodies
Master Mechanic™ Series Crane Bodies come in a variety of sizes and configurations to meet your particular project requirements. Built to withstand your industry's toughest environment, models range from nine feet to 14 feet in body length, 60 inches to 120 inches in cab-to-axle chassis and up to 12,000-pound weight capacity.
These Master Mechanic utility bodies offer infinitely adjustable shelving that gives you control over your storage capabilities and a modular design that reduces long-term operating costs having to repair and replace components. The Master Mechanic Series is engineered with a minimum of two horizontal cross-members for a substructure that rivals the strength and stability of any other body on the market.
6/22/19
Knapheide 8' Service Body Is Our Most Popular Work Truck - Lehmers GMC
Ron Sadler, Commercial Department Manager at Lehmers GMC shows off the biggest selling unit he stocks: The 8' service body with a rack on a 2500HD chassis. Drives like a pickup but carries so much more..
Learn more at:
| www.lehmers.com |
6/21/19
CargoGlides Extreme Test VS. Competitor
Say goodbye to the aggravation of a normal truck bed. With CargoGlide, you can stop crawling in the back of your truck or van every time you need to reach your gear. So, stop scuffing your knees and hurting your back! Install a CargoGlide in your truck or van and get your gear and materials out where you need them! Loading and unloading your tools, toys or any other materials is considerably faster, safer and easier when you have a CargoGlide.
Selecting The Correct Venturo Crane
Three Steps to Help Determine What Venturo Crane Best Fits a Given Situation:
Determine What Size of Crane is Needed based on Foot Pound Rating required.
- Foot Pound Rating — based on Foot Pound Rating required. To find out what the foot pound rating should be —find out the weight of the max load that will be lifted & what would be the max distance that load will be moved away from the center line of the crane—Using those two numbers you can determine Foot Pound Rating by multiplying those numbers together — the resulting number would be the foot pound rating of the size of the crane needed.
- Note: Venturo HT and ET cranes are numbered in Foot Pound Ratings—ie—ET12 is 12,000 foot pound crane / HT25 is a 25,000 foot pound crane / HT50 is 50,000 foot pound rated crane; etc.
Example 1: Max weight to be lifted is 5000 lbs. The crane has to take 5000 lbs. a distance of 10’ away from the center line of the crane. 5000 lbs. x 10 feet would be 50,000 which would mean a 50,000 foot pound rated crane is needed which would be a Venturo HT50.
Example 2: Max weight to be lifted is 1390 lbs. The crane has to take 1390 lbs. a distance of 8’ away from the center line of the crane. 1390 lbs. x 8 feet would mean a 11,120 is needed which would mean a 12,000 foot pound crane is needed, so an ET12 would work in this application.
Example 3: Max weight to be lifted is 2100 lbs. The crane has to take 2100 lbs. a distance of 11’ away from the center line of the crane. 2100 lbs. x 11 feet would mean a 23,100 foot pound rated crane is needed which would mean an ET25 or HT25 would fit this application.
Some HT & ET models have the same max lifting capacity ratings:
HT25 & ET25 — max lifting capacity of 5000 lbs. @ 5 feet from the center line of the crane.
HT30 & ET30 — max lifting capacity of 5000 lbs. @ 6 feet from the center line of the crane.
HT40 & ET36 — max lifting capacity of 6000 lbs. @ 6 feet from the center line of the crane.
What type of crane to use—a “fully hydraulic”— the Venturo HT family of cranes or an “electric-hydraulic” the Venturo ET family of cranes would be determined by the how often the crane is used and what the end user is picking up.
6/20/19
Tongue Weight Safety Demonstration
Proper trailer tongue weight improves the vehicle and trailer towing experience by improving performance. Not enough tongue weight or force on the hitch/tow ball causes an increase in trailer sway from side to side, making it difficult to control. Conversely, too much tongue weight or force on the hitch/tow ball could overload the rear tires of the towing vehicle, pushing the rear end of the vehicle around. This could also negatively affect the vehicle handling. Performance is impaired as you might not be able to go around corners and curves properly, and your vehicle may not stop quickly enough when you press the brake pedal. The Weigh Safe Drop Hitch effectively measures the tongue weight of your towing load, improving the vehicle tow load balance and performance.
Learn more at: https://www.weigh-safe.com/
6/19/19
Isuzu with Harbor Highliner Provides for Lots of Storage
This Isuzu chassis. is complete with a Harbor Highliner Body and Rack
The 11' Service Body with closed top lids and upper section is add on. The doors swing up making them particularly useful for certain items. This body is also outfitted with some plastic boxes for storage of small items.
What a great combination if you are looking for lots of storage!
This Highliner is also outfitted with a sturdy square tubing rack extended over the cab.
.
See more at http://www.htbi.net/, or give us a call at 1-800-433-9452.
Nissan NV 2500 with Custom Shelving & Fold Down Rack - Nissan of Vacaville
Scott shows off just one of the configurations you can get on a NV 2500 van. See more at http://www.vacavilleworktrucks.com.
6/18/19
Highway Products - The toughest truck accessories on earth
Military grade truck accessories that are built to last forever. Our truck accessories were built for the toughest jobs on earth and to protect your valuable trucks, tools and gear. We don’t just say that. We back it up by standing proudly behind a Lifetime Transferable Warranty.
Shop truck accessories: https://www.highwayproducts.com/collections/truck-accessories/
6/17/19
DECKED Field Ready | Painter
DECKED makes your pickup truck more efficient and versatile with its sliding toolbox storage system allowing you to load your truck bed with materials and supplies while keeping your tools secure, dry and organized in drawers underneath. Work more efficiently with your tools and hardware rolling out at waist height reducing trips in and out of vehicles and increased storage organizer benefits. Transitioning from the lumberyard to jobsite and back has never been easier or more efficient.
www.decked.com
How to Properly Load a Trailer - CURT
This short video will teach you how to properly load a trailer. The most important thing to consider is how the weight of your cargo is distributed onto your trailer. The ideal distribution is to have 60% of the weight in front of the trailer axle, and 40% behind. Its also very important to make sure your cargo is secured properly. Always practice safe towing.
6/16/19
MEET Sam Enoven Truck Body + Equipment
Customer review of Henke and the Henke Cartridge Spreader. Sam is Owner and General Manager of Enoven, a 30 year old company based out of Northern California. They have focused on being a Customer's first choice for custom installation and custom design work.
6/15/19
Increase Capacity and Effectiveness with the Harbor Contractor II
Jordan Lewis, Commercial Truck Manager at Dow Lewis GMC in Yuba City CA shows off a great solution for many contractors who want storage, but also want the benefits of a flatbed truck. This body, mounted on a 2014 GMC 1-ton Dually chassis is a Harbor Contractor II Body. The twist with the Contractor II Body is the tall and deep compartment at the front of the body. The open lid typical upper box is retained, but the real value of this body is the combination of the two types of boxes.
You can see how much more storage capacity there is in the Contractor II arrangement. The shelves are moveable or removable and the compartment is deep enough to carry a wide variety of items, including tall items.
This unit also has a removable forklift loadable rack, fold-down contractor style gates in the rear, and a class IV receiver, and 7-pin trailer connector. It also has a great full-length step for easy rear access.
See more at http://DowLewisTrucks.com
2020 GMC 2500/3500: First Impressions – PickupTrucks.com
The 2020 GMC heavy-duty lineup debuted at the 2019 Chicago Auto Show with heavier-duty frames and suspensions to accommodate larger payloads and greater towing ability. Check out the video for more. For more on the 2019 Chicago Auto Show visit: https://www.cars.com/news/chicago-aut...
6/14/19
Carry It On Top - Masterack Ladder Racks for Every Type of Commercial Van
Masterack
has a ladder rack for every type of commercial van, plus accessories to
customize a package to your particular need. Choose from the original Masterack
Locking Rack, the ergonomic Slide-Down Rack, the effortless PowerRack, or the
economical heavy-duty Utility Rack.
6/13/19
Maximize Safety On Your Next Upfit - by Knapheide
Safety is everywhere on jobsites. Regulations are put in place by government agencies to minimize the risk of injuries, equipment has a laundry list of safety features, and laborers protect themselves with safety glasses, ear plugs, hard hats, steel toed boots, high visibility clothing, among many other things. Work vehicles have safety features that Henry Ford couldn’t have imagined in his wildest dreams. Seat belts, air bags, back up cameras, lane and blind spot sensors, bluetooth, traction control, autonomous braking, adaptive headlights, parking assist, tire pressure monitors, the list goes on and on, all designed to keep the driver and occupants of the vehicle safe.
So why in 2013 were there over three million injuries on the jobsite, of which over half required missed work?* The current median age in the United States is 37 years old, by 2050 experts predict it will increase to 41 years of age.** An aging workforce is a great concern as it relates to jobsite safety and injury prevention. Baby boomer laborers that for decades put in hard work are now paying the price with their knees, hips, back, and many other musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs). Not all work injuries are related to the aging workforce, however for many businesses our aging workforce is a determining factor when purchasing equipment and vehicles.
‘Ergonomics’, a word not historically heard in the commercial vehicle industry, has been a hot topic for several years now. Business owners understand an aging workforce is highly susceptible to those revenue-losing injuries that require time off. In order to combat the jobsite injuries, many have turned their attention to the commercial vehicle they drive and the equipment they use, but many times end up either overlooking the body or downplaying its importance. The back of the commercial vehicle (cargo area or body) is commonly called the “business end” in the industry for a reason, much of the work day is spent there. Accessing tools and parts, utilizing vehicle mounted equipment, climbing in and out or on and off, goes on all day, every day. Climbing in and out of a truck body alone can wreak havoc on knees and backs if spec’d improperly, especially if a worker has been performing these repetitive movements for decades.
Review the Knapheide accessories and options at https://www.knapheide.com/news/blog/2016/07/maximize-safety-on-your-next-upfit?utm_source=eloqua&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=nurture&utm_content=tof-4&elqTrackId=6e189d1618364636bb9ec8b76fae69d5&elq=7d3a6b49687f4380b09cacc98845767b&elqaid=1069&elqat=1&elqCampaignId=518
Enoven HD Contractor Body Tour
Dustin Ferris with Enoven Truck Body + Equipment gives us a tour of the highlights of their version of the Contractor Body that they showed off at the Nor Cal Ford Truck Club annual event in Woodbridge CA. From the heavy duty flatbed base that is sandblasted and powder coated to the heavy duty winch binder to the heavy duty tool boxes, this bed has been well thought through. LED lights, unique removable component rack system, removable steel gates, and much more. See more about Enoven at http://enovenind.com/
6/12/19
The Harbor Service Body with a Cargo Bed Enclosure Keeps Stuff Out-Of-Sight
This is an example of a new GMC 2500HD chassis upfitted with a Harbor 8' Service Body with a Forklift-Loadable Rack, Class IV Receiver, and a 3-Piece Cargo Bed Enclosure. It's a great way to keep your stuff accessible and yet out of sight. Ron Sadler is the Fleet/Commercial Manager at Lehmer's Buick-GMC in Concord CA. See more at http://www.lehmersgmc.com
6/11/19
How Do Plumbers Benefit from Van Upfits?
Improve Your Plumbing Van Organization with a Custom Upfit
For a plumber, every job presents a unique challenge. These challenges require a variety of tools, parts and gadgets to help diagnose and fix. A plumber’s van is their mobile shed, carrying almost everything they could possibly need. That’s why plumbing van organization is so critical – without proper planning, you may spend more time finding the tool you need than fixing the problem!
The best way to organize your van? A custom van upfit! Read on to discover how an upfit can benefit your bottom line, as well as tips for planning an effective upfit for your van.
Learn more at: https://www.adriansteel.com/blog/van-and-truck-upfits/plumbing-van-organization/
Ford Service Advice: Do I Need an Oil Change? | Service Advice | Ford
This helpful video will explain why it’s important to keep up with regular oil changes to help ensure your vehicle lasts a long time.
6/10/19
Compare the 2019 Chevy Silverado 2500 HD With the 2019 Ford Super Duty® | Head to Head | Ford
Thinking about buying a 2019 Chevy Silverado? Consider the 2019 Ford Super Duty F-250 with a maximum payload of 4,270 lbs,* 18,500-lb. maximum towing capacity** and available Trailer Reverse Guidance System.
*When properly configured with 6.2L gasoline engine.
**When properly configured with available factory-installed equipment and 6.7L diesel engine. Horsepower, torque, payload and towing are independent attributes and may not be achieved simultaneously.
6/09/19
More Storage Capacity with the Traverse Compartment
Jordan Lewis shows us a unique change to an 8' Service Body that makes it so much more useful and effective in the same space. It's not a bigger body, but a substantially more effective one. The transverse compartment is part of the magic, and then combine that with the horizontal series long horizontal compartment, add the master lock system, Harbor's push-button locking system, stainless steel lids and this changeup creates magic when it comes to functionality and effectiveness.
See more at http://www.DowLewisTrucks.com
GMC 2500HD Double Cab with 8' Harbor Service Body
Jordan Lewis of Dow Lewis Motors gives us a quick tour of a 2015.5 GMC Double Cab with 8' Harbor Service Body with HD Forklift loadable rack and Class 4 Receiver. This latest model of the GMC truck has some new upgraded features that Jordan highlights.
See more at http://www.DowLewisTrucks.com
6/08/19
EZ STAK - Your one stop shop
EZ STAK is an industry leader and manufacturer of modular interior storage systems for work trucks, service bodies, vans and trailers. We pride ourselves on delivering custom-fit and turnkey solutions, so whether you need a work-ready trailer, upfits to van interiors or just cabinets for your fleet, we’ve got you covered. And because we only use products made of high-grade aluminum or galvanized steel, they’re built to last — an average of 12 years, in fact.
6/07/19
Ford Trucks – Built Ford Tough | Built Ford Proud | Ford
For whatever party you’ve got going on in the back, the Ford F-Series lineup has the business up front. Learn more about what Built Ford Proud means to us: https://ford.to/BuiltFordProud
Compare 2019 GMC Sierra 1500 With the 2019 Ford F-150 | Head to Head | Ford
Thinking about buying a 2019 GMC Sierra? Compare it with 2019 Ford F-150 with best-in-class towing, best-in-class payload and Class Exclusive Pro Trailer Backup Assist™.*
*Max towing on F-150 XL SuperCrew®, 6.5' box, 3.5L Ecoboost®, 4X2 and Max Trailer Tow Pkg. Not shown. Max payload on F-150 XL Regular Cab, 8' box, 5.0L, 4X2, Heavy-Duty Payload Pkg. Not shown. Class is Full-Size Pickups under 8,500 lbs. GVWR based on Ford segmentation.
6/06/19
Ford Service Advice: Do I Need New Tires? | Service Advice | Ford
This video will explain the importance of having proper tread on your tires to ensure safety, performance, and handling, how to check tread depth, as well as key signs that you may need to replace your tires. Learn more about Ford Service Advice here: http://ford.to/FordOwner
6/05/19
VanAir Air N Arc 250 Walk-Around Video
A brief walk-around video demonstrating the benefits of our ALL-IN-ONE Power System and the advantages this piece of equipment has over the competition.
DECKED Customer Gallery
See how DECKED’ers use and customize their truck bed with the DECKED storage system. Upload a photo or video of how YOU ended the junk show in the back of your vehicle, and we’ll feature it on our website and possibly on Instagram!
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How to perform a Class A CDL Pre-Trip inspection.
Jeff from Apex CDL Institute demonstrates how to perform a proper pre-trip inspection on a Class A tractor trailer. Remember, your states examiners might require a slightly different procedure. The process we use is good for both Kansas and Missouri and will pass easily in most states.
Nissan TITAN Overview
The Nissan TITAN is the truck equipped with a standard V8, incredible payload, plus innovative cargo features like 5-channel Utili-track. You've got advanced towing tech that helps you tow solo, including around view monitor, and remote trailer light check. Available in Crew Cab, King Cab, and Single Cab, there's a TITAN that's the perfect size for your needs.
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DECKED | Organized. Durable. Secure.
Engineered with American steel and industrial grade durability. Get after it. Get DECKED. For more info on DECKED visit https://decked.com/
6 AWESOME FEATURES OF THE D60 DIESEL DRIVEN AIR COMPRESSOR
It’s hard not to love diesel. It’s powerful, efficient, and easy to access—and that’s exactly why we released the D60 diesel driven air compressor back in 2011. To this day, the D60 continues to be a highly sought-after air compressor in a variety of mobile industries.
Let’s talk about 6 of the features that are responsible for the D60’s ongoing success…
6. GET 60 CFM, 100% OF THE TIME
The D60 utilizes rotary screw technology so no time is wasted waiting for air! Rotary screw air compressors are powerful enough to provide compressed air without an air receiver tank. As soon as you turn your D60 on, it’s ready to deliver 60 CFM of continuous air, 100% of the time.
Operators with the D60 can get their work done faster and drastically improve productivity.
5. REDUCE GVW WITH LIGHTER, MORE EFFICIENT PARTS
VMAC’s D60 is over 250 pounds lighter than comparable diesel air compressors, without making any compromises on air flow or pressure. That’s because VMAC engineers and manufactures air compressors in-house, utilizing custom parts, lighter metals, and highly efficient designs to reduce weight.
Put that weight to use elsewhere or enjoy better fuel economy—your call!
4. ENJOY INTELLIGENT CONTROLS WITH AUTO-IDLING
One of the coolest features of the D60 is its intelligent digital control system, which automatically turns off the air compressor engine when air isn’t needed, then turns it back on when it is. Auto-stopping allows operators to reduce idling, minimize operating hours, and lower noise levels—without doing a thing! Just do your thing and take advantage of these sweet perks.
The control system also has a remote mounted digital display box that can share helpful messages including:
- Automated service reminders
- Data logging of error codes
- Low fuel level warning
- Battery monitoring
- Hour meter
With so much intelligence packed into a tiny box, the control system is a huge advantage to operators.
To learn more about the D60’s control box, check out “The VMAC Diesel Driven Air Compressor’s Helpful Control Box Features & Functions!”
3. PREFERRED KUBOTA DIESEL ENGINE
The D60 diesel air compressor utilizes a small yet mighty Kubota engine, which is the industry’s preferred diesel engine due to its hardy, reliable nature and condensed size. Each D60 engine is backed with a 2-year Kubota warranty and supported by Kubota’s global support network.
Kubota started designing engines in 1922, with oil engines made for agro-industrial purposes. In 1969, Kubota brought their first tractor to the United States and the company quickly became known for their spark and ignite diesel engines in the decades that followed. Today, Kubota is the leading manufacturer of powerful diesel engines.
2. WORK IN EXTREMELY COLD AND HOT CLIMATES
Nothing is worse than losing time on a job site from an air compressor that can’t handle tough temperatures. Fortunately, that doesn’t happen with the D60.
VMAC’s standard D60 diesel air compressor has built in cold and hot climate protection, which keeps the air compressor running in the most extreme climates.
If the air compressor system gets too hot, it will automatically protect itself with an over temperature shut down. Though rarely needed, this feature allows the system to protect itself in extreme temperatures, ensuring it continues to work after it cools down.
The D60 also has features to protect itself in extremely cold environments. The engine and compressor will automatically restart if temperatures fall below 23°F (-5°C) and will wait until temperatures are above 41°F (5°C) before loading and going into a running state.
The optional cold climate kit extends the D60’s frigid weather capability further, warming the engine in weather conditions as cold as -40°F (-40°C). Operators can heat their air compressor on the way to a job site and be ready to work when they arrive.
If you want an air compressor that will hold up in tough climates, check out the D60 air compressor.
1. SAVE SPACE WITH THE D60’S COMPACT DESIGN
The D60 was intentionally designed to be smaller than other diesel air compressors, measuring in at 34.5” x 18” x 28”. This small design takes up less cubic space in your work vehicle, which frees up space for more tools, storage compartments, or equipment. Take advantage of the D60’s small size!
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