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Chrome mud flap weights are an affordable way to add a light touch of style to the rear of your big rig while holding your mud flaps firmly in place. Here is a roundup of semi truck mud flap weight designs that pair well with additional exterior chrome upgrades. #1. Straight or Curved Bottom Bar Weights (the Classic Look) Clean, low-profile “bar” at the very bottom of the flap. Traditional show-truck staple. Pair this type of standard mud flap weight with other polished chrome accen …

His childhood was on a dairy farm. His adulthood was behind the wheel of a semi. Jerry Mies’ “Mooving Violation” is an example of what Haul of Fame is all about. His custom Peterbilt 379 (with a 359-style conversion) isn’t just decked out with slick-looking chrome, it tells a story: from farm to truck. Watch the Video Here Check Out the Footage on the Custom Peterbilt 379 - "Mooving Violation" by Mies & Sons Trucking 4ST YouTube Channel → Every detail …

Experiencing refreshing cool air in the summer and warm air in the winter is nearly priceless when behind the wheel of a big rig for 11 hours a day. However, if your A/C heater box isn’t working, your truck cab quickly becomes a walk-in freezer or sauna. A Quick Look at How Your Truck Heater Works As a seasoned driver, you already know this. But here is a quick recap. Your diesel semi truck’s cab heat comes from the engine cooling system. As the engine warms up, the thermostat closes …

If you're looking for the perfect aftermarket chrome upgrades to give your Kenworth a polished, sleek appearance down to the last detail, it's important to pair your chrome together inside and out.  Here are 13 chrome upgrades to start intentionally customizing your truck.  #1. Chrome Grilles (and Surround Trim) for Kenworth Trucks The grille is the face of your truck. It's like a canvas. You can pretty much add any design choice you want to it, then throw in some chrome-plated surrou …

What makes a semi truck show truly unique? The events? The custom truck builds? The general vibes? The truth is, it's a little bit of everything.  GBATS (Guilty By Association Truck Show) is a massive 3-day event that has the atmosphere of a carnival - with over 800 custom truck builds.  Location: Joplin, Missouri near I-44 Exit 4. To the hundreds of truckers and their families who attend this bi-annual event, it's more than just another semi truck show, it's a celebration of community …