Service Truck Body of the Week

Load'N'Go Sportsman Pickup Truck Tool Box

The Load'N'Go Sportsman by Fleetwest Transferable Truck Bodies is the winner for Service Body of the Week. This slip-on truck body's transferability, organized storage space, and sleek design makes it my top choice.

• The Sportsman is the ultimate toolbox for your work truck. It is ideal for anyone from professional mechanics to hobbyists.The Service Body of the Week fits long and short bed models of the major brand pickup trucks: GMC, Chevy, Ford, Dodge, and Toyota. 

• Featuring full-length, aluminum diamond-plated side boxes, the Sportsman has more than enough storage room for large tools, cargo supplies, and organized smaller compartments for small parts like nuts and bolts.

• If two full-size side boxes aren't enough storage for you, the Sportsman also comes with an 1000 lb capacity slide-out drawer for extra storage and back-saving convenience. Still not enough storage? Add an optional headache rack or ladder rack.

• You won't have to worry about the safety of your tools because the Load'N'Go Sportsman has secure double locking compartments, both cylinder and padlock, to protect from theft and weather damage.  

• The Load'N'Go Sportsman is now available at Lowes.com in both long bed and short bed models for your convenience.

Load'N'Go Sportsman on Toyota Tundra

Diamond Plated with Small and Large Storage Compartments

The Ultimate Pickup Truck Tool Box

 Visit Fleetwest.net to get a quote for the Service Truck Body of the Week or visit Lowes.com.

GMC Sierra 3500 HD Project Truck with Service Body

Drive Away in Big Red

Pro Pickup Magazine is picking a winner for Big Red, the loaded GMC Sierra 3500 HD project pickup truck with a red Load'N'Go Powerbody by Fleetwest Transferable Truck Bodies. The service truck received a great response when it was on display at the NTEA Work Truck Show in March. 

The Load'N'Go Powerbody slip-on service body features:

• Vanair Air-N-Arc generator, compressor, battery boost, and welder with an easy access remote control panel in the side compartment
• 1000 lb capacity heavy-duty slide-out drawer
• Built-in forklift tunnels for quick, fully loaded transferability

Big Red GMC Sierra 3500 HD Pickup Truck

Air'N'Arc by Vanair

 Powerbody by Fleetwest Transferable Truck Bodies

Service Body for Pickup Truck Video

2 Minute YouTube Video: Load'N'Go Security Top

This two minute video by Fleetwest Transferable Truck Bodies demonstrates the features and benefits of the Load'N'Go Security Top shown on a 2011 Chevy 2500 HD pickup truck.

• The Load'N'Go Security Top is a universal fit and works for new or used Ford, Chevy, Dodge, and GMC pickup trucks. Go to the Fit Guide at Fleetwest.net to see which service body will work for your truck. 

• This service body features four side tool boxes and the front two tool boxes contain shelves and dividers for added organization benefits.

•  Made from rugid 16-gauge steel, the Load'N'Go Security Top is durable and secure. The T-handle locking systems on all four tool boxes and the rear door are stainless steel to ensure your tools will be safe from theft or damage.

• The secured rear door provides full access to your equipment and tools with no limit to storage space. A unique feature to the Load'N'Go Security Top is the sliding top which provides full access to the bed of your pickup truck. The top is easily removed by releasing built in locking points.

• The 70% extension, fully customizable drawer and 2000 lb capacity, 100% extension slide-out tray make the Load'N'Go Security Top safe and easy to use. You can also leave your tailgate on, providing added security and convenience.

• All Fleetwest service bodies are fully transferable, on and off your truck in minutes, fully loaded with built-in forklift tunnels or optional lifting jacks.

If you are interested in the Load'N'Go Security Top, you can find them on Commercial Truck Trader.

Top 10 Work Truck Trends

• Increased Security - Fear of theft or damage to tools and equipment is a concern for all mechanics. Lockable storage, T handles, and the newest technologies in locking mechanisms are constantly being improved on utility truck bodies. Every preventative measure should be taken to give you peace of mind when it comes to valuable cargo.

• Organization Options - We know that easily accessing and organizing tools is important. Work truck features such as side packs for storage, well organized divided compartments, and racks for hauling ladders are organization options available with most work truck bodies. Some even come standard. There should be no restriction on usable space in your work truck.

• Fuel Efficiency - It's no secret that fuel costs are soaring. Gas can be a major expense for you or your company. Light-weight truck bodies made from fiber composite heavy duty fiberglass with aluminum fixtures can reduce your fuel expenses. Utility bodies are being made of new materials that are just as durable as the old, with the added benefit of fuel efficiency.

• Safety Features - Spare utility workers heavy lifting with 100% extension pull-out slides and heavy capacity drawers. Reducing risk of back and body injury also reduces costly technician downtime. Professions such as auto glass repair or construction have high risk for injury. Service body options that reduce the risk for injury are appealing in these industries that involve heavy-lifting.
  

• Transferability - Slip-on work truck bodies have endless benefits for utility truck owners. Having the ability to easily move your truck body from one pickup to another eliminates downtime and increases flexibility. With models on the market such as the Load'N'Go or Durashell by Fleetwest Transferable Truck Bodies, you can remove your utility body fully loaded with tools and equipment and put it on another pickup truck in minutes. This 2 minute YouTube video demonstrates how. 

• Cost Effectiveness - Everyone wants to get the most worth out of their dollar. You can maximize the value of your truck and improve your company's or your own financial health by getting a durable, reasonably priced work truck body. A good quality work truck service body will have a lifespan that outlasts three or more pickup trucks.

• Reduced Maintenance - Work truck maintenance is costly. Durable, quality, utility truck bodies will result in decreased maintenance costs. Another benefit to having a transferable slip-on truck body.

• Versatility - The ability to perform repairs and maintenance on all different types of equipment from the convenience of your work truck is a essential for mechanics. Equipment needs to be kept up and running to spare costly downtime. A good service body will minimize downtime and increase productivity. Having a utility body that can be removed and placed on another pickup truck gives you the versatility of a fleet without the cost.

• Customization - The options for customizing your utility tool box are endless. Open bed trucks can be used for larger supplies while closed-top service bodies provide extra security. Multiple storage tiers can be used for longer material, and smaller compartments are customizable for unique tools and fixtures. Full length slide-out drawers are great for cargo management and reduce risk of injury. The ability to customize your work truck to your particular industry increases job efficiency.

• Durability - Pickup trucks should be able to manage large payload, have flexible road ability, and last for extended periods of time. With the new materials available, the life span of utility truck bodies is increasing. Powder-coating is available, and often standard, for weather protection and corrosion resistance. Durable materials include 16 gauge steel or high-quality aluminum, heavy duty bed liner, and stainless steel hinges and latches. Top-of-the-line truck bodies will outlast 3-4 pickup trucks with heavy usage.

Service Truck Body of the Week

Durashell 170 Service Truck Body

The Durashell 170 by Fleetwest Transferable Truck Bodies is my choice for the Truck Body of the Week. 

• Perfect for cable and satellite repair service trucks, this work truck utility body has 170 cubic feet of storage but weighs in at only 385 lbs. That means less fuel cost without sacrificing much needed storage space.

• The DS 170 is secure with locking rear and side access doors, so you don't have to worry about the safety of your expensive tools and work equipment.

• Like all Fleetwest Durashell and Load'N'Go utility bodies, the no holes-drilled installation allows you to transfer the DS 170 from one work pickup truck to another fully loaded in minutes.

Durashell 170 Cable Repair Service Truck

Perfect for Cable Repair and Maintenance

Organized Side Compartments for Extra Storage

                            Easily Accessible with Slide-out Trays 

The Durashell 170 fits all major brand long bed Pickup trucks; Chevy, GMC, Ford, Dodge, Toyota, and Nissan. This service truck body is easily transferable from a Chevy 1500 HD to a Dodge Ram 3500 or F250.

Get the Durashell 170 at Commercialtrucktrader.com

Work Truck Options and Accessories

For Serious Work Trucks

There are thousands of accessories available to you for upgrading and enhancing your pickup truck. Mechanics and contractors need options for their work truck(s) that will increase productivity and efficiency. The following are my top 5 choices for utility body options.

Extended Slide

Ladder Rack

Organized Divided Side Tool Box

1000 lb Capacity Drawer

Lifting Jacks

 Service trucks take utility body accessories a step farther by adding air compressors, generators, and welders to the mix. Having a mobile power station available at any job site increases productivity. The Powerbody by Fleetwest Transferable Truck Bodies is a great option for transferring your service station and power systems all at once.

NAFA 2013 Institute and Expo

Attention Fleet Managers

April is an exciting month for fleet managers and service body enthusiasts. The North American Fleet Association 2013 Institute and Expo is being held April 23-26 at the Atlantic City Convention Center. NAFA Institute and Expo will deliver the information on what effects you the most:

• Cost-savings - i.e. investing in a high-quality service utility body that will outlast three pickup trucks and increase the value of your fleet
• Safety - The latest safety features such as fully-extendable slides that can save you or your employees from back and body injury
• Technology - Compressors, welders, and generators combined with slip-on utility bodies create a highly portable, mobile and powerful work-site.
• Professional development concerns

Last year, Fleetwest Transferable Truck Bodies attended the NAFA Institute and Expo in St. Louis and showcased the all-in-one power system with Air N Arc technology, specifically designed for military needs. The slip-on truck body is a great example of cost-savings, safety, technology, and professional development combined.

Military Version of Load'N'Go All-in-One Power System

This year at NAFA, you can connect with professionals on the expo floor with more than 225 exhibitors attending.

The Green Zone will provide information on the newest clean diesel technologies and alternative fuel. Learn to build cleaner, more sustainable fleets. New this year, CALSTART non-profit association will host an educational training track to educate attendees on various alternative fuels. Hear about methods such as purchasing a pickup truck tool box made of light-weight materials in order to lower fuel costs.

President and CEO of the National Safety Council will be speaking to law enforcement and public management fleet managers about the newest safety procedures and technologies. Service utility beds like the much anticipated Road Warrior by Fleetwest Transferable Truck Bodies which will create a safer job environment and make road workers jobs more efficient.