Thursday, September 4th, 2008
A few years ago, people would scoff at you if you told them that you were looking for Classic Trucks with the best gas mileage. But, as truck sales began to slip downwards,manufacturers started giving due importance to this factor. Today, there has been a dramatic change in the scenario.The rising costs of gas, has propelled potential Classic truck buyers to go for trucks that can meet their gas mileage demands. Truck makers have now taken firm steps to improve the fuel economy of their makes at all levels.
Usually the ranking of the Classic trucks based on gas mileage is founded on a combination factors. The prime parameters are the fuel economy rating given by EPA, the transmission of the vehicle, and its inherent popularity amongst car buyers. The formula for calculation for most gas mileage rankings is a combination of the city mpg rating, which forms 55 percent of criterion, and the highway mpg rating that completes the remaining criteria.It is really very difficult to bring forth a list that enumerates the trucks on the basis of fuel efficiency. This spot is shared by the Ford Ranger one of the premier trucks that are out in the market today. Classic Ford has made it a point to come out with trucks that offer the best gas mileage. This is why most of their newer models find a place on the best gas mileage list year after year.
However, all the used classic trucks, which feature in the list, have the same engine; the Ford Ranger is a supremely refined version of its older model that came out. It has the better off-road capability then other Classic trucks in the rankings and is one of the best alternatives in your search for a truck giving you the best gas mileage.The completely redesigned Toyota Tacoma comes next in the list. The Toyota Tacoma is one of the roomier trucks available in the market and its looks are an epitome of sophistication. The only disadvantage of the Toyota Tacoma is its price tag. It is more expensive then the others.
If you are looking for something on the cheaper side then the Mazda B-series is the truck that you must go for. A fuel-efficient truck delivers on its promise. It is called in some circles as the bargain Classic Pickup trucks. Don’t expect styling and comfort but you do get an unashamed practicality with this vehicle.The truck gives you a mileage of 20 /mpg on the highway and a 16/mpg when you drive in the city.The Chevrolet Silverado comes a close in the rankings. It comes with a mild hybrid engine that enables the electric motor to keep the vehicles running when idle so the gas engine can be shut off.
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Monday, September 1st, 2008
No matter what make of Classic pickup truck you own, chances are you want to change it from the way the factory supplied it. Whether you use your vehicle for work, off-road play or some of both, you can find performance parts, accessories and customization products to make your Classic pickup truck unique. When you want your classic pickup truck to look and perform better, accessories will help you customize it.
While it’s possible to get some accessories from the Classic Chevy, Classic GMC, Classic Dodge, Classic Ford, Jeep, Mazda, Nissan or Toyota dealer where you bought your truck,you will find a much bigger selection of items online. You may also get better bargains shopping this way. Some popular makers of Classic pickup truck accessories include Westin, Dee Zee, Outland, Auto Ventshade, Warn, etc.
Exterior accessories
There are many types of exterior Classic pickup truck accessories to enhance the appearance of the outside of your Classic truck. They include air dams, bras and masks, bug shields, bumpers, fender flares, graphics and emblems, grille guards, hood ornaments, hoods and scoops, mirrors, racks and cargo accessories, roll pans, running boards, splash guards, tool boxes, truck steps, tire covers, visors, wings and spoilers and wiper cowls. Select items that will complement your Classic truck’s basic lines and that will work well together instead of looking cluttered.
Interior accessories
Installing interior accessories is all about improving the comfort level when riding in your Classic truck. Some examples are volt accessories, cargo trays and liners, consoles and racks, dash covers and trim, door accessories, floor mats, horns, instrument panel covers, pet accessories, seat covers, seats and steering wheel covers.How about adding some electronics to enhance your ride? Choices include CBs and scanners, cruise controls, GMRS radio, GPS and navigation systems, power inverters, radar and laser detectors, remote starters, security systems and antennas. You might also want to upgrade the standard radio that came with your truck to a stereo CD or satellite radio system.
Accessories cushion the load and improve the ride
Trucks are all about hauling things, so why not do it in style? Classic Pickup truck accessories for your truck bed include cargo control, bed mats, bed liners, bed protection, bed rails,tailgate accessories and tonneau covers. You might also want towing accessories like hitch balls, hitch mounts, hitch covers, hitch steps, hitch wiring, hitches, tow hooks and straps,towing mirrors, winch accessories, winches and winch mounting systems.By improving your Classic pickup’s suspension and brakes you make the ride both smoother and safer. To do this, you might need anti-sway bars, bars and arms, bushings and shackles, hubs, lift kits, lowering kits, shocks and struts, skit plates and trusses and springs. Adding more lighting not only improves the truck’s appearance, it also improves safety. Some typical lighting pickup truck accessories are accent lighting, auxiliary lighting, back-up lights, bulbs and lamps,driving and fog lights, headlights, interior lights, light bars, light covers, light guards, marker lights, neon lighting, spotlights, taillights, tow lighting and wiring, turn signal lights and warning lights.
Electrical and exhaust systems are essential
If your classic pickup won’t start, it doesn’t matter how good it looks. If you’ve got this problem or fear it might happen, try buying alternator accessories, battery accessories, battery chargers, chassis wiring or jump start systems. If the problem is on the exhaust end, you might need catalytic converters, exhaust systems, exhaust tips and extensions, headers or mufflers.To do all this work yourself, you’ll need some tools and equipment. Useful items include tire pressure gauges, car care products, computer software, creepers and seats, diagnostic equipment, engine hoists and stands, garage and parking accessories, jacks, stands, ramps, paint, sanding materials and abrasives.
And once your classic truck is tricked out to your heart’s desire, get out your camera. You’re going to want to showoff your new, improved Classic truck to all of your friends.
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Friday, August 29th, 2008
Classic Ford started it and the aftermarket finished it. The Classic Ford Powerstroke Diesel comes from the factory with a lot of power, nice fuel economy and a serious towing capacity. Classic Ford Diesel Performance has been tweaked a lot by the diesel aftermarket, and the Ford Powerstrokes can really be tuned up.There are few of the common performance upgrades.
The first upgrade that most people do to their Classic ford diesel is the performance chip. Two of the most popular are the Diablosport Predator, and the Edge Juice with Attitude Monitor.These performance chips function in different ways. The Diablosport Predator is a hand held tuner that plugs into the diagnostic port under the dash, and it loads up a new program to the Classic truck. The Diablosport predator power settings, on the top setting it delivers hp and on the economy setting can deliver a increase in fuel efficiency to a conservative driver. The Edge Juice is a module that mounts under the hood and the Attitude Monitor is mounted on the dash. The Edge Juice with Attitude Monitor allows you to adjust the power as you drive which is nice when towing. On the top setting it also delivers hp and on the economy setting gives about increase in economy as well. The attitude monitor also acts as a full digital gauge set up and is used to monitor important engine parameters. These are some of the most popular Classic Ford diesel performance chips.
Another one of the most popular upgrades is the cold air intake. A Cold air intake is a large cone filter and is sealed away from the hot engine air. Cold air takes up less space and the more air you can get into the engine the higher the percentage of the fuel will get burned. This puts more power at the wheels and allows for better fuel economy.
The other major modification that most people do to their Classic Ford Diesel trucks is a larger diameter and less restrictive exhaust. A less restrictive exhaust is important especially when towing heavy loads. If exhaust gas temperatures climb to high, which can happen fast when towing, damage can be done to the engine. A larger diameter exhaust also relieves back pressure on the engine which allows for better fuel economy as well since the engine doesn’t have to push the exhaust away. The Ford Powerstroke diesel really is built Ford tough and there are many ways to make it even better.
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Wednesday, August 27th, 2008
Classic Dodge trucks since long have interested American inhabitants. It has become their favorite pastime. Collecting these trucks is not only a hobby but it is a passion for some. Special groups, clubs and museums have been created to showcase the collected automobiles. The Dodge Trucks Company introduced the cylinder trucks which proved to be major breakthrough for the company. The company also introduced newer and more improved versions of trucks. Dodge trucks can be bought from auctions, trade shows, trade magazines or even web site biddings. An American truck Historical Society has been formed specially which deals with the buying and selling of antique trucks. They even have memberships and newsletters to keep the interested ones updated about antique dodge trucks. An Dodge truck museum can be found in almost all states of USA.
Older trucks were used largely in agriculture. They belonged to the 20th century. The oldest and the most original truck was the Mack trucks which was owned by John Mack. They were introduced and since then have seen their expansion to buses, dump trucks, semis and other wheeler vehicles.The oldest Dodge truck model was the Dodge Model which was built by the dodge brothers company. It was a cylinder truck with a body made entirely of steel. The features of this truck were electrical system and sliding gear transmission. The other Dodge model was model T which had an antique planetary pattern but it was phased out of market very soon. During the years of introduction of the company only light duty trucks were manufactured but later the medium and heavy duty trucks were also introduced.
The popular brands include Classic Chevy Truck, Classic Dodge Truck, and Classic Ford Truck out of which the Dodge truck is a favorite one. The value and the cost of the truck depend upon its rarity and its present condition. The price ranges from anything few hundred dollars to several thousand dollars. Many museums and magazines have been designed to house these Dodge trucks.There are a number of dodge trucks to choose from. They include Dodge Model 30, Dodge Model T, Series 116 and many more. Even today some of these trucks are on display and even for sale. Interested people can participate in auctions and biddings to own one of the antique Dodge trucks. These trucks are extremely popular and are a symbol of prestige. Hence more and more people have opted for buying these antique Dodge trucks. Even though the Dodge trucks gained more popularity after the Second World War, even today there are many people who want to add these vintage automobiles to their collection.
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Thursday, August 21st, 2008
International Truck and Engine Corporation was introduced as the world’s biggest production pickup truck.International Truck and Engine is the leading producer of mid range diesel engines in North America, producing engines for commercial International trucks and buses as well as heavy duty pick up trucks, vans, SUV’s and commercial vehicles for other equipment manufacturers. Notably, International Truck and Engine Corporation and its bus manufacturing affiliate, Corporation have been building trucks and school buses and remains one of the industry’s largest manufacturers.This is the first heavy duty Classic truck engine designed in and for the 21st century, taking advantage of recent materials and technology advances.The company also is a private label designer and manufacturer of diesel engines for the pickup truck, van and SUV markets. Through its finance subsidiary, the company also provides financing and liability insurance for its dealers and customers.
International is the world’s No.1 diesel-engine maker across the 160 to 350 horsepower range. In North America, International has nearly a 50 percent share of the diesel pickup engine market and 40 percent of the market for medium duty classic trucks and buses. In South America, International has more than a 50 percent market share in the mid sized pickup/SUV segment and accounts for nearly 40 percent of all diesel engines produced.International is investing hundreds of millions of dollars in the development of new technologies for all the markets where engines are sold.International Green Diesel Technology was first introduced with demonstrations that showed particulate emissions 50 percent lower than the best compressed natural gas engine. Hydrocarbons were reduced below measurable levels, eliminating the odor often associated with diesel engines. Overall, the technology reduced particulate emissions by more than 90 percent.International Green Diesel Technology is based on a history of innovations.The new technology relies on improvements in several diesel engine systems, including fuel injection, air management, turbocharging and combustion.International’s line of severe service trucks is built specifically to meet the demanding needs of customers in heavy duty vocational segments such as construction, waste, oil field and municipalities.
International is well positioned to support a diverse range of customers in segments beyond Vocational with the proper parts and service support, so customers can get their trucks back on the road as quickly as possible to avoid downtime.International Truck and Engine Corporation is a wholly owned subsidiary of International Corporation,a holding company whose wholly owned subsidiaries produce International brand commercial trucks, Maxx Force brand diesel engines, brand school and commercial buses, and Workhorse brand chassis for motor homes and step vans. It also is a private label designer and manufacturer of diesel engines for the pickup truck, van and SUV markets. The company also provides truck and diesel engine parts and service. Another wholly owned subsidiary offers financing services. The International pickup is a truck for businesses that want to promote themselves as much as they can perform.
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Thursday, August 21st, 2008
The newest truck entry in the fuel oil industry is the Sterling. Sterling Trucks is a manufacturer of heavy duty trucks. It was originally the heavy truck division of Ford Motor Company, purchased and rebranded.There is a new look on the highways, a look best described by the name “Sterling [TM]“. The Sterling name was originally used by an independent truck manufacturer, bought by the White Motor Company .It is a look defined by toughness, inspired by technology, refined by design and backed by commitment to customers. Sterling trucks are as distinctive as the company that owns them and the dealers chosen to represent them. These vehicles are used for everything from freight distribution to heavy vocational uses, such as construction, snow plowing,etc. The company specializes in vocational trucks those which are designed to perform jobs other than straight freight hauling.The Sterling family includes the line of highway trucks, the back line of highway or off-road tractors, and the Sterling Set Forward which is perfect for the dump, utility and government/ municipality markets.Sterling Truck Corporation announces the availability of the Dana Spicer Central Tire Inflation (CTI) System for Sterling L-Line vehicles.The factoryinstalled technology gives truck operators the flexibility to quickly and easily change tire pressure while in motion. The option further enhances the capabilities of Sterling vehicles to meet demanding off-road applications and the challenges of navigating soft terrain.
Sterling was created as a subsidiary of Freightliner Corporation to market and sell the line of heavy trucks from Ford Motor Company.Freightliner Corporation recognized Sterling as a significant opportunity to combine Ford’s recently developed line of technologically advanced trucks with its own strengths in product engineering and customer support systems.The benefits to Western Sterling from being a subsidiary of a dedicated truck manufacturer are great.Freightliner Corporation supplies Sterling with a central core of expertise in manufacturing, engineering, finance, management information systems, human resources, purchasing, corporate communications, marketing strategy and government sales. Sterling is able to concentrate on its customers and its products. The company plans to gain market leadership and to keep that leadership by doing things differently in two major respects.The first way is through Sterling’s ability to custom engineer solutions to truck operators’ needs and special applications. Every truck Sterling builds will have this custom truck identity engineered right into it. The benefits to Sterling from being a subsidiary of a dedicated truck manufacturer are great. Freightliner Corporation Sterling Trucks intends to be the dominant
manufacturer of vocationally oriented . The company offers truck operators a level of product technology and customer support previously unavailable to vocational truck buyers.
The Sterling Truck Corporation announces an important new optional feature for its versatile Acterra medium duty and vocational truck. Sterling now offers a factory authorized All Wheel Drive Conversion for Acterra trucks. Sterling Truck Corporations vehicles are not the only place to see a bold new look. The new styling introduced Sterling’s trucks and tractors is now complemented online by a redesigned look for the company’s website.The website gains new functionality with its new design. There has to be more than just great looks to be part of Sterling. The site now has a rich visual feel that echoes Sterling’s commitment to technology and industry leading design.Information about trucks is now arranged by application. This means the customer or potential customer only has to know what job the truck will be used for to find out which Sterling models are suited for the application, whether they are looking for a dump truck, long-haul tractor or a bulk hauler.All of Sterling’s current and soon to be available models are contained on the website, including the all new Acterra family of medium duty trucks and tractors. Sterling Truck Corporation launched a Web site to assist municipalities in selecting truck specifications.Some agencies dont purchase trucks on regular basis, they just keep up with the latest products and options on the market. Times are changing in the trucking industry. Sterling is concentrating its efforts to become the top work truck manufacturer by servicing core vocational markets.
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