A two-wheel-drive truck can be converted to a four-wheel-drive vehicle. The conversion process is relatively simple, but it requires attention to engineering factors, components, and notes. There are several alternatives to converting your 2WD truck into a 4WD vehicle. One of these options is to install lockers that lock the front and rear wheels together. …
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A restored 1970 C10 is a great example of the American dream, but there are a few downsides. For one thing, they don’t make for great family haulers. In fact, the majority of trucks were standard cabs with a bench seat for three people. A red-and-white C10 selling for $8,000 on Craigslist in Sahuarita was …
Did you know that game wardens in Texas drive brand-new Chevy trucks? They smell like leather, blow cold air in their faces, and have ceiling speakers, which make it almost unbearable to work in the wild. But there are some conditions game wardens have to endure to keep the public safe. Dan Waddell, a game …
Can couples be truck drivers together? Yes, it can be, and many do. The first adjustment can be difficult, but once you get used to it, you will find truck driving together is an incredible opportunity to spend quality time with your significant other. While truck driving is not for everyone, many drivers enjoy having …
During a turn, truck drivers need to leave additional space. In order to turn right, trucks must wait for other vehicles to pass and make the turn. When they are not signaling their turn, they can pin the vehicle between the cab and trailer. These accidents can be very serious and require the services of …
Many people wonder, Does Google Maps Show Truck Stops? This is a valid question, but this feature does not work for truck drivers. While Google Maps is a fantastic tool for regular drivers, it does not take into account certain factors such as height of overpasses or road widths. As a result, it’s not suitable …
Toyota has been known to build light duty trucks for decades, but a new Heavy Duty Truck should be in their future. Their smaller trucks have made them popular, but they don’t have the heavy duty capability that its rivals do. Toyota should expand its truck lineup so they can compete with other manufacturers and …
A sleeper truck is a vehicle with a separate bedroom compartment at the back of the vehicle. This berth can be equipped with one or two beds, a mini-fridge and microwave, a television, surround sound, and more. They allow the driver and passenger to sleep for up to seven nights at a stretch. Originally, a …
How are Ice Cream Trucks Powered? This question can be an intimidating one for many new truck owners, but there are some basic things you should know. First, ice cream trucks are large diesel-fuel trucks. In order to keep them frozen, owners need to make frequent but infrequent trips to their suppliers. For this reason, …
Most truckers find it difficult to get a decent night’s rest on the road. But getting an adequate amount of sleep is essential for your health and safety, and most long-haul truckers don’t get as much sleep as they need. This may be because they are new to the road, or they have changed their …