Trucks

Almost by definition, truckers have always been practically obsessed with engine reliability fuel mileage. To meet the demand for a new type of engine that would help usher turbo-diesels into this...

Vehicle Anti Theft System (VATS) was first installed on trucks made by General Motors in the late 1980s. This technology is designed to reduce vehicle thefts by giving each truck key a unique...

Changing the gas tank on your GMC truck may be necessary if it becomes damaged or rusty. There are two steel straps that run under the tank and up to the frame rails of the truck for support....

A logging truck's mission is simple: to move freshly cut timber from one location to another. As basic a purpose as that may be, there would seem to be as many ways to build one of these niche...

If you are getting ready to replace the tires on your truck, it is very important that you purchase the right size tires to replace the old ones. You have to be sure that the size of the tires is...

Winches are a must for any off-road enthusiasts. Whether the winch is for occasional use recovery or for heavy duty off-road jams, it can prove to be an essential component of your truck. All...

Improving gas mileage in your heavy truck is an important skill to hone if you are forced to drive one on a regular basis. While it is clear that large trucks do not get the best gas mileage,...

If you are planning a move, you'll need to determine how you'll transport all of your furniture and personal belongings to your new home. While it is easier and faster to hire professional movers,...

Stake bed sides keep cargo on a trailer. To install stake sides, the trailer or truck bed must have stake bed metal insert holes. These are usually 1-3/4" deep by 3-1/2" wide. The insert holes act...

There exists much confusion about terminology when the subject of an "automatic" truck transmission arises. Properly known as "automated" transmissions, these drive trains have come to prominence...

Commercial truck VIN numbers are used to assist you in learning a vehicle's detailed history, such as the number of owners, title changes, and wreck or damage history. This is a strong asset to...

Wiring up all the lights in your truck canopy will allow you to easily see around your truck bed in low-light conditions. The simplest way to achieve this is to wire the dome light directly to...

Clutch brakes have been saving transmissions for nearly 100 years and are just as vital now as they ever were. Clutch brakes are employed to ease shifting and prolong transmission life in nearly...

Tractor trailer trucks use air brake systems. Without the proper operation of the air braking system, the truck will be dangerous to drive and difficult to stop. Proper troubleshooting of the air...

Trucks are great for hauling heavy loads and they have lots of utility space for whatever you need to carry. But not all trucks are created equal. If your truck has dual rear wheels--commonly...

More and more long-distance truckers are turning to team trucking to increase their mileage and their paychecks. In theory one trucker drives while the other sleeps. Unfortunately many...

When selling your truck, you want to price it so that you can get the maximum return on investment. You won't get as much as you paid for it but you can do a few things to determine what a good...

Sometimes it is necessary to tow your vehicle for a long distance. Since full car trailers can be pricey, many people use car dollys behind their tow rigs, which lift only the front wheels of the...

When it's time to move, there are so many details. From packing boxes, to finding a new place, it can be exhausting. Renting a truck, though, can be simple. Being organized can make picking up the...

If you travel off-road, through extreme weather, or work in remote locations, a winch can very well pay for itself in no time. There are several ways to mount a winch on a truck or SUV, but...

Using a tow strap with your truck is a simple task, although properly attaching it is critical so that neither the vehicle nor strap is damaged. Sharp edges and tight spots are a major concern,...

A spray-on bedliner improves the aesthetic appearance of a pick-up box along with providing protection against rust, corrosion, dents, caustic or hazardous material, and abrasions. Applying a...

The Chevrolet Silverado is a full-size pickup truck produced by General Motors. Silverado was the third-highest-selling vehicle in the U.S. for the first half of 2009. As of the 2010 model year,...

The mini truck is a popular vehicle to modify for many different reasons. For one, they're cheap to purchase. They're also easy to find parts for them. But the best reason is that they're easy to...

Since the early days of American automaking, Ford, Chevrolet and Dodge have been among the most prominent and well-known pickup truck brands. Names like the Chevy 1500 and Ford F150 have been...

Cadillacs were known as the cars of choice for the elderly and the mobsters, but with the introductions of the Escalade and Escalade EXT, anyone can be seen cruising around town in a new Caddy....

Big and small trucks are defined by the U.S. government-mandated weight rating. Engine size and vehicle dimensions are secondary issues to its weight in determining what's big or small.

Spray-in bed liners have become popular over the past few years for trucks because they protect the bed and don't allow water to pool in the bed floor like a drop-in liner does. When applying a...

Knowing your gross vehicle weight (GVW) can be vitally important information. Many bridges are only rated for a specific vehicle weight, and if your car or truck is over that weight, you may have...

The Chevrolet Silverado was the second highest-selling full-size pickup truck in America for the first half of 2009. The Silverado is available with numerous optional features and is highly...

The exact design and layout of forklift engines vary depending upon the model and brand name; however, they all follow similar principles of internal combustion. Forklifts are designed for...

Lumber racks are useful for most drivers of trucks, and come in a variety of styles and types. Lumber racks are designed to fit on the back of the truck, most often fitting over the majority of...

Installing a tachometer on your Toyota pickup is a fun do-it-yourself project that will add an extra sense of security and control over the engine on your vehicle. The new tachometers that are...

The Chevy 454 SS and the Ford Lightning were high-powered performance trucks produced by American automakers General Motors and Ford respectively. Each was based on an existing pickup truck and...

Fender flares are popular for many types of vehicles, but are a great accessory for an off-road vehicle. They add an aggressive style to the vehicle, and also add function by protecting the body...

The flexible pipe is designed to absorb vibration and movement in the exhaust system. Without the use of a flex pipe to absorb the vibration, more significant components could be damaged. The flex...

The F-series of pickup trucks produced by Ford is a brand that has endured for almost 60 years, and according to Motor Trend magazine is the best-selling truck in history. These accomplishments...

At one time the traditional fire department ladder truck was simply a truck equipped with ladders for rescue and firefighting. Today, ladder trucks also include aerials, turntables, water pumps...

A commercial vehicle is used by businesses to transport goods or passengers and must be licensed by municipal or state agencies to operate on road and highways. Commercial vehicles include the...

Fiberglass truck caps often need to be painted to match the truck they are being put on. To paint fiberglass, you need gel coat. Gel coat is a fiberglass resin pigmented to match any color. The...

Truck drivers going across an icy road often find it becomes difficult to accelerate and brake due to reduced traction caused by the ice. Thus safety experts produced the truck snow chain to help...

No two pickup trucks need to look alike since there are literally thousands of different customization combinations that can easily be ordered and installed---either by you or a professional.

Chevrolet is a brand of vehicle manufactured by General Motors Corporation. The company offers a product line that includes various models of Chevrolet trucks, cars, SUVs, crossovers and vans...

The truck has grown throughout history to be a symbol of work and utility. It is the bed of the truck that makes it such an important feature in construction and utility industries; this design...

Consumer trucks come in three basic sizes: compact, mid-size and full-size. If you're interested in a big truck with a great deal of towing capability and bed capacity, you're going to want to...

Loading cargo onto a truck is a little bit of an art form. It's a bit like when you were a kid, working with blocks; do the job right, and everything stacks tightly together. Do it wrong, and it...

Tractor-trailer drivers play an essential role in transporting needed goods locally as well as across state lines. But the sheer enormity of these rigs makes them harder to control and more...

Ford trucks are a very popular and easy truck to customize. There are thousands of accessories and after market options and upgrades to choose from when you decide it's time to customize your Ford...

Cleaning a truck wheel can be more complicated than cleaning regular car wheels because so much of debris and brake dust accumulate on such large wheels. Sometimes, the only way to get the wheel...

The Chevy Silverado full-size pickup truck is "the most dependable, longest-lasting full-size pickups on the road," according to Chevrolet.com, which cites research based on 1981 to July 2008...