Stacks AND Flames, pretty cool.
Truck chassis have gone up…and up…and up since 2007. And with the 2010 emission regs, you can’t modify the exhaust system, which means you can’t have stacks unless you order the truck with them. You can still add them to 2009 models and older as far as we know.
If you are looking to save money by buying a used cab chassis truck to convert to a Tool Truck, it’s best to always check with your truck builder to see what specs you will need. Here are a few things to look for: 1). Bucket Seats instead of Bench – important if you plan on adding a pass-through or walk-thru. Minor point because you can always buy a seat, but you would be surprised how much they cost out of a dealer’s parts dept. 2). Location of Fuel Tank – much better when it is between the frame rails or under the cab, because a body and AC condenser will have to be installed on the frame and the fuel tank can interfere. 3). Transmission shifter on the dash – again, if you want a pass-thru. 4). Rear Axle ratio in high 4′s. It’s good to talk to a body builder like Supreme first too, your truck builder can make the connection. Tom
