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Why Most Service Bodies Fail Within 3 Years (and How to Avoid It)

Why Most Service Bodies Fail Within 3 Years (and How to Avoid It)

by seo-oo | Apr 2, 2026 | Custom Truck Bodies

A service body should last as long as the vehicle underneath it. For most trade utes and light trucks, that is five to seven years of hard daily use. Some last ten or more. But plenty of service bodies start falling apart well before the three year mark. Doors that...
Single Cab, Extra Cab, or Dual Cab: Which Layout Wins for Trade Fleets?

Single Cab, Extra Cab, or Dual Cab: Which Layout Wins for Trade Fleets?

by seo-oo | Apr 2, 2026 | Uncategorized

Choosing the right cab type for your fleet is one of those decisions that affects every day of the vehicle’s working life. The cab layout determines how much body length you get behind the cabin, how many people can ride in the vehicle, and how much payload is...
How Much Payload Are You Losing to Your Service Body?

How Much Payload Are You Losing to Your Service Body?

by seo-oo | Mar 31, 2026 | Uncategorized

Every ute and light truck has a weight limit. The manufacturer sets it, the law enforces it, and your insurance policy depends on it. That limit is called the Gross Vehicle Mass (GVM), and it covers everything: the vehicle itself, the body, the driver, fuel, tools,...
Aluminium vs Steel Service Bodies: Weight, Cost, and Lifespan Compared

Aluminium vs Steel Service Bodies: Weight, Cost, and Lifespan Compared

by seo-oo | Mar 31, 2026 | Uncategorized

If you run a fleet of trade vehicles in Sydney, the material your service body is made from affects everything. It changes how much gear your crew can carry. It changes how much you spend on fuel. It changes how long the body lasts before it needs replacing. Most...

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  • How Much Payload Are You Losing to Your Service Body?
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