heavy duty work trucks
Why do ¾ ton and 1-ton trucks have 8 lugs?
The simple answer is that 8 lugs are better than 4, 5, or 6… You have a truck that’s engineered to haul heavier loads so you have a beefier or heavier axle, your suspension is designed to hold up under more weight, linkages are stronger, and in most cases, your engine will output more torque…
Read MoreSRW Axle vs DRW Axle: Which One Do I need?
Read and Learn the Benefits of Both Single and Dual Rear Wheel Axles In pickup trucks, SRW and DRW are two types of axles used in used by Ford, Dodge, or RAM, and GM, which covers Chevy and GMC. Understanding the differences between these two types of axles is important for anyone looking to purchase…
Read MoreWhy Should I Upgrade to Heavy-Duty Emergency Brake Calipers?
The Benefits of Heavy-Duty Brake Calipers and How to Get the Most Out of Them Why should I upgrade to heavy-duty emergency brake calipers? That is an excellent question with a short answer of “for better stopping power and braking control” and a much longer answer that we will address in this blog. This heavy-duty…
Read MoreDrum to Disc Brake Conversion Kit
Should I Convert from Drum Brakes to Disc Brakes? Disc brake conversions are becoming more and more popular these days, and for a good reason: A disc brake conversion is a great upgrade. If you’re wondering if you should convert your drum brakes over to disc brakes, the answer is a resounding yes. A drum-to-disc…
Read MoreRubber Brake Hoses vs Braided Stainless Steel Brake Hoses
Durability and Longevity: What are the Pros and Cons of Rubber and Stainless Steel Brake Hoses? Your car’s brake system is one of the most important safety features, so it’s important to keep it in good working order. One of the key components of your brake system is the brake hoses. Brake hoses are responsible…
Read MoreWhich Heavy Duty Rear Axle Does My Ford Truck Have?
Discover Ways to Identify Which Rear Ford Differential You Have Up until 2000 most heavy-duty trucks came with either a 3/4-ton or 1-ton axle. But this doesn’t mean that your Ford truck produced during this period has one of those stock axles. Over the years, for whatever reason, people change out the axles on their…
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