The Tommy Gate Tuckunder Development Video depicts the hard working staff at Woodbine Manufacturing Company and the production of the Tuckunder Series hydraulic lift. It was filmed on location in Woodbine, Iowa.
12/30/15
Tommy Gate - Tuckunder Development Video
The Tommy Gate Tuckunder Development Video depicts the hard working staff at Woodbine Manufacturing Company and the production of the Tuckunder Series hydraulic lift. It was filmed on location in Woodbine, Iowa.
12/27/15
North Bay Truck Center - A Huge Supply Of Trailer Parts
North Bay Truck Center in Fairfield CA has a huge selection of heavy duty trailer parts including bearings, axle assemblies, hubs, and much more. Heavy duty truck and trailer repair is our specialty, and we also work on light duty trucks. We have an extremely well stocked parts department to take care of almost any need in a hurry.
See more about North Bay at http://www.northbaytruckcenter.com
12/25/15
12/20/15
Kenworth Natural Gas Truck Demo
Kenworth Natural Gas Truck Demonstration -
Highlights capabilities and components of the Cummins ISX12 G natural gas engine, the Kenworth T660 CNG Heavy Duty Truck, and various additional facets of the emerging heavy duty natural gas powered truck category.
12/14/15
Ford Accelerates Expansion of Electrified Vehicle Battery Research and Development, Benefiting Customers Worldwide
- Ford is expanding its global battery research and development
footprint for electrified vehicles this year, adding research and
engineering capabilities in Europe and Asia to take advantage of new
market opportunities
- The company has invested in a world-class battery research and
development facility at the University of Michigan to accelerate
advanced battery research and development
- Ford is the top seller of plug-in hybrid vehicles and second in total sales of electrified vehicles in America and has recently expanded its offerings in growing markets, including China, Taiwan and Korea
DEARBORN, MICH., Dec. 10, 2015 – Ford is expanding its electrified vehicles research and development program in Europe and Asia this year, creating a “hub and spoke” system that allows the global team to further accelerate battery technology and take advantage of market-specific opportunities.
The global expansion also allows Ford’s Electrified Powertrain Engineering teams to share common technologies and test batteries virtually, in real time, to develop new technology faster while reducing the need for costly prototypes.
Ford – the top seller of plug-in hybrid vehicles and second largest electrified vehicle seller in the U.S. – continues investing in electrified vehicle technology, research and development teams.
This year, for instance, Ford expanded its Electrified Powertrain Engineering (EPE) program in Dearborn to focus on developing new and innovative technologies for electrified vehicles by hiring more than 120 additional electrified vehicle engineers and moving the EPE team into its own dedicated facility, Ford Engineering Laboratory.
The expanded engineering capabilities enabled by the Ford Engineering Laboratory allow the team to control a network of world class facilities in China, England, Germany, and the U.S. Through this network, the EPE team will take advantage of globally connected technologies to develop lighter and more durable EV batteries.
Ford also is expanding in China and Europe to accelerate battery technology research and development for new markets. By using an innovative hardware and software system called HIL, or Hardware-in-the-Loop, the global team can test battery technology and control system hardware in a virtual environment to simulate how batteries and control modules would behave in different – often punishing – environments in any part of the world.
Testing of batteries across a range of temperatures and charge/discharge cycling conditions is important for determining how quickly a battery could degrade in different parts of the world.
The global Ford team has used temperature testing extensively for more than a decade as part of its production battery design and validation process. Through testing, Ford has been able to develop more durable batteries that can survive extreme cold and hot temperatures.
“Batteries are the life force of any EV, and we have been committed to growing our leadership in battery research and development for more than 15 years,” said Kevin Layden, director, Ford Electrification Programs. “Battery technology has evolved rapidly since we launched our first volume electrified product, the Ford Escape Hybrid, in 2004, and we look forward to developing even better vehicle battery technology for our customers.”
The company recently expanded its offerings in growing markets, including Taiwan and Korea, where the company offers the Mondeo Hybrid. Ford also announced it is bringing the C-MAX Energi Plug-In Hybrid and the Mondeo Hybrid to China.
University of Michigan Battery Lab
In October, Ford, the University of Michigan and the Michigan Economic Development Corporation announced a new $9 million battery lab at the University of Michigan that is helping the company develop batteries that are smaller, lighter and less expensive to produce.
The state-of-the-art, small-scale manufacturing facility uses the latest battery development and research technologies to replicate the performance of full-scale production batteries, allowing for faster implementation in future production vehicles.
“The Battery Lab gives us an opportunity to test hundreds of chemistries and cell designs that can then be translated into the production line,” said Ted Miller, senior manager of energy storage strategy and Research. “This is truly a world-class environment for Ford to develop and test industry-leading battery technology.”
About Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company, a global automotive industry leader based in Dearborn, Mich., manufactures or distributes automobiles across six continents. With about 197,000 employees and 67 plants worldwide, the company’s automotive brands include Ford and Lincoln. The company provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. For more information regarding Ford and its products worldwide, please visit www.corporate.ford.com.12/11/15
Today's Truck Tires: The Inside Story
Find out what goes into making a modern Bridgestone truck tire, including composition and tread design.
12/08/15
From Salt Spreaders to ATV Platforms: Ford Tough Tests All-New Super Duty Cargo Boxes with Aftermarket Equipment
- Testing was performed virtually using supercomputers to predict robustness and with maximum-loaded aftermarket equipment over some of the most extreme road surfaces available, from potholed durability courses to off-road terrain
- The all-new 2017 F-Series Super Duty is the toughest, smartest and most capable Super Duty ever, leveraging advanced materials to reduce weight and featuring all-new, segment-exclusive smart technology to help increase customer productivity, comfort and convenience
For the first time, the Super Duty body uses high-strength, military-grade, aluminum alloy, which is more dent- and ding-resistant than the outgoing steel cargo box and not subject to red rust corrosion.
The backbone of Super Duty is an all-new, fully boxed frame composed of more than 95 percent high-strength steel that is up to 24 times stiffer than the previous frame.
The new truck line also features heavier-duty four-wheel-drive components, driveline, axles and towing hardware than the current Super Duty.
Together, high-strength steel and high-strength aluminum alloy help reduce weight by up to 350 pounds. Ford is reinvesting additional weight savings everywhere it counts to give customers more towing and hauling capability than ever before.
“Ford Super Duty customers depend on their trucks to work hard every day across a variety of jobs,” said Kirk Leonard, vehicle integration engineer for Ford. “We drove prototype vehicles over the durability roads of the Ford Proving Grounds fitted with common aftermarket accessories to test the fitment and capability of our toughest pickup box ever.“
Before the first truck hit the roads at Ford’s Michigan Proving Grounds, plenty of upfront work was accomplished virtually using supercomputers to predict and engineer cargo box robustness.
“Our team of vehicle integration engineers worked together to develop a unique design approach with the Ford Truck Body Engineering team to drive optimized panel shape, added reinforcements and up-gauged materials into the pickup box – all of which were proved beneficial in our evaluation,” explained Leonard.
During the design of the new truck, Ford body structure engineers ran countless hours of supercomputer simulations with various aftermarket equipment examples to predict box load performance. The focus was to ensure the all-new 2017 Super Duty cargo box was as tough or tougher than previous models.
“Our modeling analysis enabled us to improve the structure and strength of the box in the design phase of the truck,” said John Comiez, Ford body structure engineer.
Throughout the evaluations on extreme durability roads and off-road terrain, and even after overloading select equipment, the new box design stood up to the abuse, run after run. Upon completing the challenge, the vehicles were examined in the lab by the team. No concerns were found in either the supporting structure or the mounting surfaces.
The all-new Super Duty will be built at Kentucky Truck Plant, and goes on sale late next year.
About Ford Motor Company
Ford Motor Company, a global automotive industry leader based in Dearborn, Mich., manufactures or distributes automobiles across six continents. With about 197,000 employees and 67 plants worldwide, the company’s automotive brands include Ford and Lincoln. The company provides financial services through Ford Motor Credit Company. For more information regarding Ford and its products worldwide, please visit www.corporate.ford.com.
12/05/15
12/02/15
SKF Spherical Roller Bearings with Tapered Bore - Mounting and dismounting
Mounting and dismounting SKF Spherical Roller Bearings with Tapered Bore. Visit http://www.skf.com or http://www.mapro.skf.com for more information.
11/29/15
Delo Testimonial: Ozark Transport Delo 400 LE 15W-40
Testimonial: Delo Oil by Ozark Transport Delo 400 LE 15W-40
11/26/15
See the Brand New Cummins Engines For 2017
See some of the brand new Cummins ISX engines to be coming out soon at this Cummins road show. Indiana Jack interviews one of the Vice Presidents (Scott Bentz)at this show and outlines some of the highlights of the new diesel engines.
11/23/15
2017 Ford F-Series Super Duty: Detailed First Look
At the Texas State Fair, the all-new 2017 Ford F-Series Super Duty F-250, F-350, and F-450 trucks were unveiled. Get your detailed first look inside and out, engines, and features.
Auto news with a reality check! New car, truck, SUV and crossover test drives, reviews and news posted daily!
11/20/15
11/17/15
5 Star Ratings at CustomerLobby.com for North Bay Truck Center
North Bay Truck Center
- 1245 Illinois Street
- Fairfield, CA 94533
- (707) 427-1386
Business Description:
Category: Auto Repair & Service
Category: Auto Repair & Service
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Excellent work and professionalism | |
| By Linda S. Santa Rosa, CA on 05/14/13 |
I came in with leaf springs needing to be replaced on my 5th wheel trailer, only ... (Read review) |
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Very cooperative, they will go out of their way to make the customer happy. | |
| By Barry H. Fairfield, CA on 05/07/13 |
I have used North Bay Truck Center several times and they do a good job. At Paci ... (Read review) |
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Good Experience | |
| By Steve W. Fairfield, CA on 04/02/13 |
We have had North Bay Truck Center work on different company pick-ups and they h ... (Read review) |
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Nice and cordial. | |
| By Richard L. Fairfield, CA on 03/01/13 |
My truck had broken down so I had it towed there. I only dealt with one guy, but ... (Read review) |
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Professionalism at its Best | |
| By Manny P. Vallejo, CA on 02/22/13 |
I want to thank Jim and his staff for an outstanding job on performing repairs o ... (Read review) |
See All Reviews at: http://www.customerlobby.com/reviews/6547/north-bay-truck-center/
11/14/15
2015 Ford F-150 Custom Trucks - SEMA Show
Several new custom 2015 Ford F-150's were on display at SEMA. We show them all in this video. Included are the 2015 Ford F-150 XLT SuperCrew (Silver/Green), 2015 Ford F-150 Platinum SuperCrew by A.R.E Accessories (Blue), 2015 Ford F-150 Platinum SuperCrew by MAD industries (White), 2015 Ford F-150 XLT SuperCrew Baja XT by Deser Designs (White). 2015 Ford F-150 XLT SuperCab Deegan 38 Edition by Brian Deegan/Chris Ross.(Baja XTR). 2015 Ford F-150 XLT SuperCrew Desert Survivor Edition by Nitto Tire (Red) and the 2015 Ford F-150 SuperCrew by Leer Truck Caps and Tonneaus with Forgiato Wheels.
11/11/15
Grote LED Stop Tail Turn with Integrated Back-up
Grote 6" oval LED stop tail turn light with backupThe Grote LED S/T/T with Integrated Oval Back-up Light offers your customers a two-lights-in-one design. This allows them to install one light to offer both back-up and stop/tail/turn lighting. The lights, which are industry standard size, eliminate the need to install two separate lights to perform the same function, so customers do not need to add two holes and two light in the rear of commercial vehicles. The design also eliminates the need for a separate back-up light in power modules.
Another benefit of these lights is the Grote LED technology. This ensures a long useful life and reduces maintenance costs for the fleet installing these lights. Also, because these lights combine more than one function into a single lamp, maintenance suppliers and service providers can reduce inventory, SKUs and carrying costs.
Grote LED S/T/T/ Lights with Integrated Back-up are a industry standard sizes, so they can be integrated into the existing grommets on the vehicle. The symmetrical design ensures they are legal no matter the mounting angle, while a thin profile limits damage from external impact. These lights feature separate connectors, so they will not impact the functionality of your customer’s existing harnesses.
Grote also offers a matching Stop/Tail/Turn light for those vehicles that have separate turn lights. If you are looking for a streamlined design to reduce inventory and limit changes to the vehicle, all while protecting the longevity of the lamp, this lamp will fit the bill nicely.
11/08/15
Meet the new Timken spherical roller bearings
Automotive how-to video. Installation tips and tricks. Installation and repair how to video. Car and truck repair and maintenance. Product information guide.
11/05/15
Towing and Towing Related Services
Our normal service area covers the best part of the bay area and Sacramento region; however, we now have capability to two across the country if needed. Our A&T Road Service has expanded so much that we had to add towing to make it even more effective and timely.
Included in our towing fleet is the HD Kenworth tow truck shown above, its a number 30 with the Holmes D.T.U. (Detachable Towing Unit). This proven design and technology comes from the most trusted name in the towing industry. The front legs allow the unit to be easily removed in a matter of minutes so the truck can be multi-functional for both towing or pulling trailers. It has a lifting capacity of 16,000 lbs when extended and will extend up to 113 inches past the tailboard.
Need a tow? Call 1-800-434-1205
11/02/15
The New 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 | The Art of Quiet
A premium-grade truck interior should be seen and felt, but not heard. That’s why a quiet, well-insulated cabin is a hallmark of the new 2016 GMC Sierra 1500 Denali. Take a look at how paying attention to small details while designing the new Sierra played a big part in elevating comfort within a pickup truck cab.
For more information visit http://www.gmc.com/sierra-denali-pick...
10/30/15
Kenworth vs Volvo Part One | Clash of the Titans | Truck TV Australia
We took two of Australia’s best-selling trucks on a 5-day 3500 kilometre road trip from Melbourne to Brisbane and back again.
With identical loads on board we wanted to see which was the most liveable, which was the most fuel efficient, and of course, which one we just enjoyed driving the most! Who came out on top? The Volvo FH16? or the Kenworth K200? Check out the first video episode of our trip!
You can read more about the Clash of the Titans process in the upcoming issue of ATN, and you can secure your copy by subscribing.
As part of the best transport and logistics coverage in the country, Truck TV Australia is the video home for TradeTrucks (Deals on Wheels), Australasian Transport News and Owner//Driver.
Here you will find hard-hitting coverage of the news and issues that impact the industry; profiles of the characters and companies that contribute to its world-class reputation; and the best technical updates, truck and van tests.
10/27/15
Tommy Gate - Flatbed and Van - Railgate Series: Bi-Fold
Bi-Fold, High-Cycle Railgates
Bi-Fold, High-cycle models feature folding platforms ideal for dock loading and utilize a steel roller and leaf-chain pulley drive system which maximizes smoothness of motion, endurance, and strength. This medium-duty railgate is ideal for high-cycle applications in any environment. These lifts are built with the highest quality components and place a priority on function and safety.
Steel Rollers
Steel rollers guide the platform vertically within the rail track and are designed to withstand intensive cycling. Dual sealed, maintenance-free ball bearings ensure the rollers are long-lasting and perform consistently in all climate conditions.
10/24/15
North Bay Truck Center - We Stock Parts for Trucks
North Bay Truck Center has an extensive Parts Department. We carry most parts for Series 5-8 Class Commercial Trucks. If we don't carry it, we are equipped and able to manufacture it for our customers. If you would like more information on pricing, please contact us.
Some of the parts we carry are:
• International Truck Parts
• Retail Truck Parts
• Starters and Brakes
• Lights
• Suspension Parts
• Electrical Parts
• Air Conditioning and Heating Parts
Give us a call at 707-427-1386 with any parts requests or needs.
10/21/15
Vehicle Maintenance to Conserve Fuel
Proper Tire Inflation
Properly inflated tires last longer and increase fuel economy. Every decrease in pressure by 1 pound per square inch for four tires can decrease fuel economy by 0.3%. Some fleets use nitrogen inflation, tire pressure monitoring systems, and other technologies to maintain optimum tire pressure.
Recommended Motor Oil
Fleets can improve fuel economy by 1% to 2% using the manufacturer's recommended grade of motor oil. For example, using 10W-30 motor oil in an engine designed to use 5W-30 can decrease fuel economy by 1% to 2%. Similarly, using 5W-30 in an engine designed for 5W-20 can decrease fuel economy by 1% to 1.5%.
Motor oil labeled "Energy Conserving" in the performance information contains friction-reducing additives that improve fuel economy.
Engine Tune-Ups
Tuning a neglected vehicle or fixing one that failed an emissions test can increase fuel economy by 4% based on the repair type and quality. Repairing a serious problem, such as a faulty oxygen sensor, can increase fuel economy by 40%.
10/18/15
Class A CDL License in 60 Seconds!
Why consider a career in trucking? The truth is, there is an incredibly high demand for truck drivers in the United States right now. Production levels have reached new heights, which means more and more goods are in need of relocation and distribution. The Professional Trucking Industry is growing exponentially and is in need of CDL trained truck drivers to help transport cargo.
This is great news for anyone looking to start a new career! Because the trucking industry is focused on cross-country transportation, there isn’t a need to worry about outsourcing. Job demand and job security are just a couple of the perks many fresh drivers are discovering on their new journey.
Enrolling in Roadmaster’s CDL training school is the first step to joining the industry. With Roadmaster, students get comprehensive, hands-on training through our relatively short program (typically three to four weeks long) that has adequately prepared students for the road for over 20 years!
Basic requirements for enrollment include being at least the age of 21, having a valid driver’s license, and passing a basic background check. If the idea of paying for CDL training intimidates you, know that Roadmaster offers financial assistance to qualified candidates. Roadmaster also works with many nationwide trucking companies that offer Tuition Reimbursement Programs.
You could start your exciting new career within a month of your very first day at Roadmaster! Why wait until you’re done training to land a job? With Roadmaster’s job placement assistance program, you could be pre-hired by one of our trucking industry partners, some of the best nationwide carriers!
Visit roadmaster.com to get started now, or speak with one of our friendly Admissions Representatives directly at 1-800-831-1300.
10/15/15
Blood, Sweat & Gears: Best of the Ike Gauntlet for the 2015 Gold Hitch Awards
( http://www.TFLtruck.com )The Ike Gauntlet extreme towing test is the best test of a trucks towing ability. The TFL Gold Hitch award is the recognition of the best trucks ability to take on the Ike Gauntlet. But it's not all blood, sweat and towing as you can see by this best of Ike Gantlet video.
10/12/15
Engine Oil Problems & Preventive Maintenance - Baldwin Filters
Baldwin training videos are designed to help you understand equipment systems and the importance of proper filtration and maintenance practices.
10/09/15
Diesel Fuel Problems & Preventive Maintenance - Baldwin Filters
Baldwin training videos are designed to help you understand equipment systems and the importance of proper filtration and maintenance practices.
10/06/15
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9/30/15
Top 10 Tips 2015: - Towing
Lots of light commercial vehicles can be seen towing trailers around the country every day and we reckon that a great many of them are probably breaking the law. As soon as you hitch a trailer to a pick-up, light truck or van, a whole new set of problems present themselves and it's important that you understand these if you want to stay safe and legal.
There are a number of things to be considered. Can the vehicle tow such a big trailer? What exactly are drivers entitled to tow on their licenses? Does the vehicle need a tachograph?
The rules and regulations can be fairly complicated, but here we have simplified them as much as possible so that readers will be able to get all their questions answered in one hit...
1 Can your van take it?
Every LCV has a maximum braked trailer weight that can be towed. You need to check in the handbook to find what it is and make sure you don't exceed that limit. It's not just a case of risking being caught by the police and the DVSA and being fined. You could cause an accident too, in which case expect to have the book thrown at you in the courts.
2 Check your licence entitlement
Isuzu D-Max TowingYour driving licence shows the categories of vehicle you may drive including the size of trailer that you're allowed to tow. Older drivers are at an advantage here as the rules changed in 1997. If you passed your driving test before 1 January 1997 then you will most likely be entitled to drive a vehicle and trailer up to a combined Maximum Authorised Mass (MAM) of 8.25 tonnes.
If, however, you passed your driving test after 1 January 1997 then, unless you have taken an additional driving test — the B+E van and trailer test — you may only drive a van coupled with a trailer up to 750kg MAM, or one over 750kg MAM as long as the combined weight of the van and trailer is less than 3,500kg Gross Train Weight (GTW).
3 Watch out for overloading
There are two 'musts' here. Firstly that the load is evenly distributed over the wheels and not at one end of the trailer and secondly, that the trailer isn't overloaded. Each trailer has a weight limit and it's important to stay within it. And while we're at it, make sure loads don't stick out of the sides further than 305mm and out of the back by more than one metre.
4 Be aware of tachograph laws
How many big vans do you see on the roads towing a trailer without a tachograph fitted? Lots in our experience and they are mostly all illegal. Basically, if a van and trailer have a gross vehicle weight of more then 3.5 tonnes then they need to have a tachograph fitted, bar a couple of circumstances that we'll explain later.
This means that with a fully loaded 3.5 tonne van such as a Ford Transit or Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, if you attach so much as a skateboard on the back you'll be over the magic limit. You have been warned.
And don’t forget that if a tacho is fitted each driver of the vehicle will have to have a digital Driver Card to operate it. Cards cost £19 from the DVLA and are valid for five years.
5 Could you be exempt?
Isuzu Grafter TowingThere are two main ways you can circumvent the problem of fitting a tachograph. Firstly if you aren't carrying goods for hire or reward and secondly, if you don't travel more than 33 miles, or 50km, from base in a day. The first may be true if, say, you are taking a load of rubble to the dump. You aren't exactly carrying it for reward unless you are being paid to do so by someone else.
It's all a tad woolly, but one thing is certain; if you are stopped by the police or by the lads and lasses from the DVSA, don't expect them to just swallow any yarn you may spin them. They will want you to produce proof that you are exempt because of the above two reasons.
6 Unbraked trailer limits
If your trailer is unbraked, the maximum you may tow (combined weight of trailer and load) is 750 kg or half the kerbside weight of the towing vehicle, whichever is the LOWER. Otherwise the trailer has to have its own set of brakes.
7 Check your width
Until recently UK regulations on trailer width were different to the rest of Europe; the maximum width allowed here was 2.3m compared to 2.55m across the channel. UK rules changed in April 2010 and you are now permitted to tow a trailer or caravan up to 2.55m in width behind a goods vehicle weighing less than 3,500kg.
8 Get your brackets right
Mercedes Sprinter TowingTowing brackets must be tested to the appropriate British or European standard and use mounting points recommended by the vehicle manufacturer. Vans registered since 1 August 1998 must only be fitted with a 'type approved' bracket tested to European Directive 94/20/EC. The bracket will have a label, plate, or stamping detailing the type approval number and the vehicle for which it is an approved fitment.
9 Check your trailer
Before the start of every journey there are a number of checks that should be made. The obvious ones are to check tyre pressures, ensure all lights are working, make sure the number plate on the trailer is the same as the one on the van — and not obscured — and ensure that the wheel nuts aren't loose. All loads should be securely strapped down so bits don't fly off when you go round a corner.
10 Take care on the roads
It may sound obvious but it's easy to forget you have a trailer if you are cruising up the motorway. Your van won't feel the same as it did when it was just pulling itself so make sure you leave plenty of room to manoeuvre and don't start breaking the speed limits etc. Bear in mind that when towing, you are restricted to a maximum speed of 50mph on single carriageway roads, and 60mph on dual carriageways and motorways, provided no lower limit is in force.
We strongly recommend that if you are not familiar with maneuvering with a trailer, go to a quiet place somewhere and practice; it does take some getting used to, especially when reversing..
Source: http://www.vansa2z.com/Top-10-Tips-2015-Towing
9/27/15
Timken Automotive & Commercial Vehicle Applications
Timken helps customers transmit mechanical power with a broad offering of power transmission components and systems for aerospace, automotive and industrial applications.
Timken offers a variety of power transmission products for the aerospace, automotive and industrial sectors, from planetary gear shafts and connecting rods to aircraft engine components and gearbox assemblies.
Find out more at: http://www.timken.com/EN-US/solutions/automotive/aftermarket/heavyduty/Pages/default.aspx
9/24/15
Mismatched Tires Steer Toward Winter Trouble
By Bruce Smith
As we head into fall it's a good time to start thinking about how to outfit your pickup truck with winter tires.
We know some pickup owners try to save a few dollars by swapping in more aggressive tires on the rear of their pickups to improve winter traction, or they buy two new tires instead of four to keep expenses down.
We're here to say those owners are headed in the wrong direction.
At least that's the expert opinion of Mark Cox, head instructor and director of the Bridgestone Winter Driving School in Steamboat Springs, Colo.
"You should always install winter tires on your vehicle in sets of four, whether you have a rear-, front- or all-wheel-drive vehicle," Cox said. "Using two different types of tires on your vehicle will negatively affect its handling."
Cox explained that putting tires with better traction on the rear of a pickup — or any vehicle — will cause the back to push the front in corners, which is called "understeer."
Putting better tires in front will have the opposite: effect, oversteer, where the rear tires are likely to lose grip before the front.
Cox also said the handling effects of mismatched tires applies to all road surfaces and driving conditions, adding that low-traction surfaces like snow, mud and wet pavement will magnify the effects because the fine line between vehicle balance and traction are at their narrowest margins in those circumstances.
To maximize vehicle control and safety always buy tires in matched sets of four and rotate them frequently to ensure all four contact patches — the area of tread that touches the ground — have the same level of traction.
We recommend you don't shortchange your pickup truck's safety by swapping out just a pair of tires when upgrading to a full set would be a better choice.
Cars.com photos by Bruce Smith
Find out more at: http://news.pickuptrucks.com/2015/09/mismatched-tires-steer-toward-winter-trouble.html
9/21/15
Repairing Trucks & Trailers is What We Do
For many years, North Bay Truck Center has been providing the city of Fairfield, California and the North Bay area with commercial truck and trailer repair services. We are the largest retail truck shop from Oakland to Sacramento. Our facility has eight bays that are capable of accommodating any truck or trailer. At North Bay Truck Center, we understand that experience and expertise is important when it comes to repairing these types of vehicles, which is why all of our repairs are performed by factory trained mechanics.
We repair engines, transmission problems, and heating issues, just to name a few. We also sell brand name tires for fair prices and have an extensive parts department, stocking parts for Series 5-8 Class trucks. If we don't carry the part, we are able to fabricate what is needed to get the job done for our customers.
"When you choose North Bay Truck Center, we guarantee that you will be nothing less than completely satisfied." Give us a call at 707-427-1386 and visit our website at http://www.northbaytruckcenter.com/.
9/18/15
Tubeless Radial Truck Tire Safety
Everything you need to know about tubeless radial truck tire safety procedures. Learn how to mount and dismount a tire and become familiar with OSHA regulations and requirements regarding safety equipment,inflation and restraining devices.
9/15/15
Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Cleaning at North Bay Truck Center
North Bay Truck Center has installed the state of the art FSX Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) cleaning equipment to help our customers keep their engines performing effectively by removing up to 94% of the captured soot from the DPF filter. Cleaner DPF equals longer filter life too and these filters are very expensive to replace.
Diesel
Particulate Filters are quite expensive to replace and can be
regenerated by periodic deep cleaning. This will enhance the performance
of your truck's exhaust system and help your truck get maximum fuel
economy and effectiveness. Your DPF filter may only need cleaning every
250,000 miles or much sooner depending on your engine and how it is
maintained. Dirty exhaust means the soot will clog the filter sooner, so
you will want to make sure that your engine is serviced regularly.
Every truck will be different as every driver is different.
We
chose FSX because FSX has a proven cleaning method that gets the most
soot out of the filter and North Bay Truck Center has installed the
complete cleaning system including the TrapBlaster™ Pneumatic Cleaner,
TrapTester™ Air Flow Test Bench, TrapBurner™ Thermal Cleaner, and
SootSucker™ Dust Collector.
For more information, call us at 707-427-1386
This package contains all of the state of the art equipment for cleaning DPF's.
TrapBlaster™ Pneumatic Cleaner TrapTester™ Air Flow Test BenchTrapBurner™ Thermal CleanerSootSucker™ Dust Collector
9/12/15
Volvo Trucks - The daring ’Two Wheel Stunt’ from the TV series Reality Road
The daring two-wheel stunt from Reality Road episode three.
Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/GjQvhirLz3I?list=PLK...
Artist Mapei, director Liza Minou Morberg and truck driver Jens Karlsson set off in a Volvo FH to create a new music video across six countries in just nine days. This is Reality Road – the new TV series from Volvo Trucks.
Check out all the episodes here: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list...
Volvo Trucks Top Ten Services: http://volvotrucks.com/toptenservices
9/09/15
THE GOODYEAR ADVANTAGE
Whether it's on the road or in the air,
experts choose Goodyear Tires. You should too.
A Wide Selection of Premium Tires
At Goodyear, we have a tire for just about everyone. We take pride in our wide variety of tire features, tire prices and sizes – and we make it easy for you to compare tires side-by-side.
A Century of Experience
For over 100 years, Goodyear has helped build a more confident drive. That history of award winning innovation, and the knowledge that comes with it, helps to keep us moving forward today.
Cutting Edge Technology
Maintaining high standards for our products means using innovative technologies like DuPont™ Kevlar®, Evolving Traction Grooves and Run On Flat Technology.
Take a look at how some of our best tires stack up against the competition.
9/06/15
Transfer Flow In-Bed Fuel Tanks
The Pickup Pack™ is a unique alternative for companies needing organized storage and lockup security without the cost of a service body and that can be easily installed on your pickup in a few hours.
Pickup Packs™ include a headache rack, two lockable low side boxes, a flat or dome center hatch, and a removable ladder rack. Other options include gullwing saddle box and an HPI Truckslide™.
Learn more at http://www.highwayproducts.com/pickup...
9/03/15
Haldex Midland Truck Parts
Haldex, previously Midland, is a leader in aftermarket brake parts. Haldex and Midland products are specifically designed and developed for the needs of the aftermarket, to help solve brake system problems and to deliver solutions that make installation easier. From air hoses and coiled air sets to brake chambers and slack adjusters and brake valves, Haldex products offer performance and durability to your medium & heavy duty trucks. Haldex develops and manufactures brake systems for heavy trucks, trailers and buses. The product offering covers all primary components and subsystems included in complete air brake systems.
Class8TruckParts.com is proud to offer Haldex Midland products. We carry a large inventory of Haldex Midland products for trucks including brake valves and air brake accessories including slack adjusters, air brake hoses, coiled air hose sets, various types of gladhands as well as air brake compressors, Anti Lock Brake System (ABS) parts, pogo sticks and more.
Find Haldex products at http://www.haldex.com/
Find your HYDRAULIC, AIR & VACUUM Parts at North Bay Truck Center
8/31/15
Mack Truck Factory National Geographic MegaFactories
Mack Trucks, Inc. is an American truck-manufacturing company and a former manufacturer of buses and trolley buses. Founded in 1900 as the Mack Brothers Company, it manufactured its first truck in 1907 and adopted its present name in 1922.
Mack Trucks is a subsidiary of AB Volvo which purchased Mack along with Renault Trucks in 2000.After being founded in Brooklyn, New York, the company's headquarters were in Allentown, Pennsylvania from 1905 to 2009, when they moved to Greensboro, North Carolina.The entire line of
Mack products is still produced in Macungie, Pennsylvania,with additional assembly plants in Pennsylvania, Maryland, Australia, and Venezuela.
8/28/15
ANCO Technology
ANCO wiper blades continues their commitment to leading edge designs, materials and production techniques. See how Federal-Mogul engineers develop and analyze new product concepts using the very the latest Computer Aided Drafting and engineering tools.
8/25/15
Can you avoid truck repair?
Truck repair is avoidable to an extent. If you regularly service and maintain your truck you can avoid truck repair and the associated tension and loss while enjoying the benefits of increased mileage. You are practically spending more than half of the time you are awake in the truck and it is with you passively helping you, making your livelihood. It's working doubly hard as you do, five days a week, all day, in stop-and-go traffic, in the heat, cold, rain, snow, ice, etc., It's high time you stop and pay it back or it's going to leave you stranded.
Truck repair is essentially a demanding expense in your business. As long as you have the owner's manual it is going to come handy telling you categorically when to take it for a service maintenance. In its absence how often should you change fluids, check brakes, etc.? Unfortunately, there is not a single answer. There are several variables to consider - the climatic condition your truck is subjected to, the fuel used, the age of your truck, etc., and of course its type.
Another crucial question is how often you are taking care of its service maintenance. Are you doing it yourself or having it done by a technician? Either way, you will have to be proactive in keeping a time log in terms of the service maintenance frequency.
Preventive Maintenance
The adage "prevention is better than cure" will apply squarely for your truck maintenance.
Best Practice Daily Checks
• Regardless of the age and type of the truck you are running, many of the basics are the same. Make it a habit to do a visual check of your truck. This is just to make sure it's clean and sparkling.
• Next, you should do a basic safety check by checking the lights (including hazards), tire condition and air pressure. It is crucial to check fluid levels daily, engine oil, power steering fluid, brake fluid, and transmission fluid. Get your brake line inspected, spark plugs inspected and filters replaced regularly. These can warn you about bigger repair problems beforehand.
• Look underneath your high-mileage truck for signs of fluid leaks, they shouldn't be ignored. If left unattended to they can turn into expensive truck repair jobs.
• Listen for unusual sounds, such as thumps, bangs or pings. These could be warning signs that your truck needs serious attention. Keeping track of any new noises and info on when they started may help your mechanic to diagnose the problem.
Best Practices for increased mileage
• Tire pressure is critical! It is a proven fact that you can improve your gas mileage by keeping your tires inflated to the proper pressure. This will also ward off unexpected flats and blowouts.
• Performing regular tune-ups on you truck will keep your truck's engine running at top speed.
• Stick to a certain mechanic who knows the history of your truck.
• Another most important system to the "health" of your engine is the lubrication system; clean oil in your truck is like healthy blood in a human body so change it every three months.
Therefore, it is better to learn how to maintain your high-mileage truck to keep repair bills at a minimum and enjoy increased mileage. The concept is quite simple - maintain the truck before it becomes too late and breaks down. Remember, a stitch in time saves nine. Regular truck maintenance multiplies profits and reduces truck repair instances.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Gary_Alen
8/22/15
MICHELIN® X One® Tire and ONCall™ ERS Testimonial -- Davis Express
Davis Express, Inc. trusts our ONCall emergency road service to get them up and running if they experience downtime. For more information on ONCall, visit: http://www.michelintruck.com/michelintruck/services/onCall.jsp
8/19/15
Equipment Positioning Critical When Towing Equipment With Pickups
2014 Silverado towing rear_BS26003Load placement key to keeping within factory towing guidelines for a safe tow
One of the biggest mistakes pickup owners make in towing is exceeding the truck’s hitch tongue weight.
This leads to overloading the truck’s rear suspension, creating significant handling, braking and potentially serious business liability issues.
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Moving a piece of equipment, such as a 9,000-pound Bobcat compact loader, six inches forward or back on a tandem-axle equipment trailer can change the tongue weight 600 pounds.
So load positioning is critical if you want to be in compliance with the pickup manufacturers’ towing guidelines.
Every pickup has a set limitation on how much tongue weight can be placed on the hitch (noted in the owner’s manual), and every hitch shank has a load limit (noted on the shank) as to how much it can safely support.
The two capacities ratings are not always equal, but the lowest number always takes precedence.
For instance, the majority of ½-ton pickups only allow 500 pounds of tongue weight while ¾- and 1-tons with 2-inch receivers generally max out at 1,200 pounds.
The newer HD pickups with 2 1/2-inch receivers may be rated to support up to 1,700 pounds tongue weight.
Weigh-Safe Hitch shows tongue weight right on the hitch ball mount for accurate reading.
Note: Vehicle manufacturers also require 10- to 15 percent of the trailer’s loaded weight on the hitch ball.
So if you are towing a loaded trailer that tips the scales at 9,700 pounds, you should have between 970 and 1,115 pounds on the tongue (hitch ball), with 12- percent being ideal as that gives you a little leeway toward being too heavy or too light.
Too little tongue weight leads to trailer sway — and too much adversely affects the pickup’s braking and steering.
The easiest way to ensure tongue weight is set in accordance to the pickup manufacturer’s requirements is to use a scale such as those offered by Sherline or using a built-in hitch unit from Weigh-Safe.
Sherline’s scales are capable of reading tongue weights up to 5,000 pounds, although the 2,000-pound-capacity model is sufficient for most pickup trailer towing applications.
The easiest, fastest way to check tongue weight is to use Weigh-Safe’s adjustable-height drop-shank system. It has a built-in scale that shows tongue weights up to 1,500 pounds.
Sherline scale accurately measures trailer tongue weight.
Using Sherline’s scale requires placing the scale under the trailer coupler and slowly lifting it with a floor jack into the coupler until the jack is supporting the weight of the trailer tongue.
For both weigh systems, read the dial on the scale. If the weight is too high or too low, adjust the position of the load or equipment on the trailer until the number is correct.
If a piece of equipment is going to be hauled on the same trailer all the time, it’s good to paint or mark the trailer bed to indicate where the bucket edge or a tire needs to be positioned to keep that weight balance correct. – Bruce W. Smith
By Bruce W. Smith
Source: http://www.hardworkingtrucks.com/equipment-positioning-critical-when-towing-equipment-with-pickups/?utm_source=daily-responsive-1&utm_medium=email&utm_content=07-24-2015&utm_campaign=HWT&ust_id=e2e69cf73e
8/16/15
Six Tips for First Time Towing
These are the most important issues to consider when towing:
1. Weight compatibility
The most important factor to consider when towing anything is weight compatibility — cars and trucks have specific towing weight limits. Know how much your tow rig and your trailer weighs. A simple trip to the local scales will get you started. Make sure that your tow vehicle can handle the weight you plan to tow. Follow manufacturer recommendations wherever possible. Every vehicle capable of towing will have a posted maximum tow rating. Check your owner's manual first, but manufacturer websites should also have the information.
2. Understand the language of towing
Towing has a language all its own, and you need to learn it for buying, towing and following the law in your state. There are many acronyms in trailering and most have to do with weights and capacities. Below are just some of the most important:
Max tow rating: The largest total weight recommended by the tow vehicle maker that a particular rig can tow safely.
Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR): This is the total amount of weight a fully loaded truck can carry safely as determined by the manufacturer. The total number should include passengers, fluids, cargo and any applicable tongue weight.
Gross combined weight rating (GCWR): This is the total allowable weight of a fully loaded tow vehicle and trailered vehicle that includes all tow vehicle occupants, cargo, fluids, tongue weight and accessories. One mistake often made is underestimating the total weight of your truck and trailer. Making another trip to the local scales with a fully loaded setup is recommended.
Gross trailer weight rating (GTWR): You should be able to find this on a metal tag attached somewhere on the trailer frame. It states the maximum allowable weight of the cargo and the trailer combined.
Gross axle weight rating (GAWR): This describes the maximum weight a single trailer axle can safely carry, independent of the rest of the rig.
3. Hitch balls are critical safety gear
The hitch ball is attached to the tow vehicle receiver hitch. Many vehicles come with a factory-installed receiver that are typically attached to the frame or reinforced section of a unibody. Higher-quality aftermarket hitches are available as well, but all should be clear about exact weight rating capabilities. The ball itself supports some trailer weight and couples the trailer with the truck or car. Trailer hitches are categorized by tongue weight, and as hitch numbers climb, so does the tongue weight it can handle.
Towing Mirrors II
Tongue weight, or the amount of weight on the vehicle's hitch, is an important issue. If your tongue weight is less than 10 percent of the weight of the fully loaded trailer, the trailer will probably sway a bit, making it difficult to control. On the other hand, if you have too much weight on the tongue (let's say more than 15 percent of total trailer load weight), your tow vehicle's rear tires can overload (and overheat) and push the rear end of the vehicle around; this makes stopping and handling curves and cornering difficult.
4. Always use safety chains
Nobody who wants to tow safely would fail to make sure the trailer and tow vehicle are attached, not only between ball and tongue, but also with strong safety chains. Experienced towers cross the chains under the trailer tongue so in case of a catastrophic separation, the trailer and the hitch are less likely to separate. Be sure there is enough chain slack to make turns, and always be sure the chains will not drag on the pavement.
5. Trailer load balance is important
Most manufacturers recommend you distribute 60 percent of the weight of the trailer load over the front half of the trailer. After you have the load balanced correctly, make sure that cargo is secured with straps or tie-downs. When cargo shifts, your load becomes unbalanced, making your trailer unstable and less predictable.
6. Driving with a trailer
At the risk of oversimplifying the point, driving with a fully loaded trailer — when done properly and safely — is not much more difficult than driving your tow vehicle empty. However, do not confuse the two as the driving techniques and vision strategies are very different. Most people tow a boat, a camper or perhaps a car trailer to a show or race.
First, use common sense. Second, when driving with a trailer, everything you do should be done at half the speed without the trailer. This means turning and stopping will take more time — so allow twice the distance for the increased mass. Also, remember to allow for your extra length when you change lanes. And, finally, be sure to watch for objects and/or situations far enough ahead of you to react with plenty of time. Look much farther ahead than normal so you'll have plenty of time to slow or change course if an unanticipated person or vehicle comes into your path.
Most experienced towers prefer pickup trucks over SUVs and full-size cars. Pickups generally have better power-to-weight ratios and more torque than cars, and extra power is needed for hauling trailers up hills and mountains. Generally speaking, full-size pickups can handle more trailer weight than a car or SUV mainly due to their stronger frame construction, but you'll need to weigh quite a few factors when deciding on the right vehicle for your needs.
For more information about towing or products you might need to do it safely, visit Curt Manufacturing.
Cars.com photos by Mark Williams
Source: http://news.pickuptrucks.com/2015/07/six-tips-for-first-time-towing.html
8/13/15
Parker Chelsea is a market leader in Power Take-Off (P.T.O.) products
Parker Chelsea is a market leader in Power Take-Off (P.T.O.) products for the truck and mobile vocational markets. Our P.T.O.s are designed with a wide range of internal speeds, torque capacities and output options to match up with virtually all driven equipment requirements. We offer a complete line of Power Take-Offs for North America, Asia Pacific, Australia, China, India and Europe, including cast iron 6-Bolt, 8-Bolt, 10-Bolt, countershaft, split-shaft and front engine mount applications. Features include mechanical shift, powershift, constant engaged shift options, overspeed controls and flanges for direct or remote mounting of hydraulic pumps, blowers, water pumps, product pumps and generators.
Find out more at: http://www.chelseaproduct.com/
8/10/15
Delco Remy 50MT™ Heavy Duty Starter
The Delco Remy 50MT™ Heavy Duty Starter
Get a powerful and dependable start every time. The 50MT™ is a straight drive style starter ideal for off highway and locomotive applications.
Specifications:
Engine Type/Size: Diesel up to 29.5 L / 1800 cu in
System Voltage: 12, 24, 32, 64 Volts
Rotation: Clockwise or Counterclockwise
Output: 8.5, 9, 13, 12kW
Standard Mountings: SAE #3
Standard Pinions: 11-Tooth/6-8 Pitch, 12-Tooth/8-10 Pitch, 12-Tooth/Module 3
Weight: 79 lbs (35.8 kg)
Drive Design: Rotatable drive housing, positive engagement, rubber shock absorber
Optional Jump Start Protection: Shield and solenoid cap available to meet SAE J1493 recommendations
Additional Information: Installation Instructions
http://www.delcoremy.com/Documents/Starter-Instruction-Sheets/37MT,-40MT,-41MT,-42MT---50MT-installation-instruc.aspx
Specifications:
Engine Type/Size: Diesel up to 29.5 L / 1800 cu in
System Voltage: 12, 24, 32, 64 Volts
Rotation: Clockwise or Counterclockwise
Output: 8.5, 9, 13, 12kW
Standard Mountings: SAE #3
Standard Pinions: 11-Tooth/6-8 Pitch, 12-Tooth/8-10 Pitch, 12-Tooth/Module 3
Weight: 79 lbs (35.8 kg)
Drive Design: Rotatable drive housing, positive engagement, rubber shock absorber
Optional Jump Start Protection: Shield and solenoid cap available to meet SAE J1493 recommendations
Additional Information: Installation Instructions
http://www.delcoremy.com/Documents/Starter-Instruction-Sheets/37MT,-40MT,-41MT,-42MT---50MT-installation-instruc.aspx
8/07/15
DPF Cleaning of Captured Soot at North Bay Truck Center
North Bay Truck Center has ithe state of the art FSX Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) cleaning equipment to help our customers keep their engines performing effectively by removing up to 94% of the captured soot from the DPF filter. Cleaner DPF equals longer filter life too and these filters are very expensive to replace.
Diesel
Particulate Filters are quite expensive to replace and can be
regenerated by periodic deep cleaning. This will enhance the performance
of your truck's exhaust system and help your truck get maximum fuel
economy and effectiveness. Your DPF filter may only need cleaning every
250,000 miles or much sooner depending on your engine and how it is
maintained. Dirty exhaust means the soot will clog the filter sooner, so
you will want to make sure that your engine is serviced regularly.
Every truck will be different as every driver is different.
We
chose FSX because FSX has a proven cleaning method that gets the most
soot out of the filter and North Bay Truck Center has installed the
complete cleaning system including the TrapBlaster™ Pneumatic Cleaner,
TrapTester™ Air Flow Test Bench, TrapBurner™ Thermal Cleaner, and
SootSucker™ Dust Collector.
For more information, call us at 707-427-1386
This package contains all of the state of the art equipment for cleaning DPF's.
TrapBlaster™ Pneumatic Cleaner TrapTester™ Air Flow Test BenchTrapBurner™ Thermal CleanerSootSucker™ Dust Collector
8/04/15
Kenworth offers tips on spec’ing dump trucks
In today’s market, it is especially important to consider spec’ing your next new dump truck with both vehicle productivity and driver comfort and satisfaction in mind.
Bed materials, shape, capacity and other features go a long way toward determining a truck’s productivity. If your choice of dump body helps to haul a half-ton more than the next guy, you’re not just going to be more profitable. That half-ton is going to win you contract after contract over the vehicle’s life, Kenworth says. But payload is only part of the productivity equation.
Read the complete article here: http://www.hardworkingtrucks.com/kenworth-offers-tips-on-specing-dump-trucks/
8/01/15
Call Donna Schmitt for A&T Road Service
Meet Donna Schmitt of A&T Road Service
A&T "Mobile" Heavy Duty Truck and Trailer Road Service is a 24-hour, 7-days a week roadside mobile truck repair service for light and medium-duty to heavy duty commercial trucks and trailers. A&T Road Service, a subsidiary of North Bay Truck Center.
North Bay Truck Center is centrally located in Fairfield CA to service all of Solano County along with much of the San Francisco/Oakland bay area and Sacramento. A&T Road Service is available by calling 800-434-1205,
You can visit our website at http://www.NorthBayTruckCenter.com
You may call Donna at 800-434-1205,
Email her at dschmitt@northbaytruckcenter.com
7/29/15
Cummins Genuine Parts vs. Non-Genuine Parts: There is a Difference (Korean subtitles)
Sometimes it can be hard to see the difference between Genuine Cummins parts and non-genuine parts, but it’s the little details that make a difference. Non-genuine parts may fit a Cummins engine – but they aren’t built or remanufactured using the same procedures or materials, to Cummins exact specifications. This video takes a look at some of the critical differences in quality and performance between Genuine Cummins parts versus non-genuine parts. To learn more about Genuine Cummins parts, visit http://cumminsgenuineparts.com or contact your Cummins dealer or distributor. This video includes Korean subtitles.
때 로는 정품 커민스부품과 비 순정품 간에 차이를 눈으로 구분할 수 없지만, 조금만 자세히 보면 분명 차이가 있습니다. 비 순정부품이 커민스엔진에 맞을 수 있습니다. 그러나, 비 순정품은 커민스의 정확한 제품 규격에 맞는 재질 혹은 절차에 따라 제조되지 않았습니다. 이 동영상을 통해 순정부품과 비 순정부품간의 성능과 품질의 중요한 차이점을 확인 할 수 있습니다. 커민스 순정부품에 대한 자세한 내용은http://cumminsgenuineparts.com를 방문하거나 커민스 대리점에 문의하십시오.
7/26/15
North Bay Truck Center for the Repair of Trucks & Trailers
For nearly 20 years, North Bay Truck Center has been providing the city of Fairfield, California and the North Bay area with commercial truck and trailer repair services. We are the largest retail truck shop from Oakland to Sacramento. Our facility has eight bays that are capable of accommodating any truck or trailer. At North Bay Truck Center, we understand that experience and expertise is important when it comes to repairing these types of vehicles, which is why all of our repairs are performed by factory trained mechanics.
We repair engines, transmission problems, and heating issues, just to name a few. We also sell brand name tires for fair prices and have an extensive parts department, stocking parts for Series 5-8 Class trucks. If we don't carry the part, we are able to fabricate what is needed to get the job done for our customers.
"When you choose North Bay Truck Center, we guarantee that you will be nothing less than completely satisfied." Give us a call at 707-427-1386 and visit our website at http://www.northbaytruckcenter.com/.
7/23/15
Grote - Still Family Owned, Still Customer Focused.
Known for innovation, ethical business practices, and a strong commitment to providing quality products and service, Grote Industries is one of the world’s leading manufacturers and marketers of vehicle lighting and safety systems. Founded over one hundred years ago, Grote has remained family owned from the day William Grote opened the doors for business
http://www.grote.com/about/
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