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The process of installing rear fenders on a semi truck, specifically a Peterbilt 379 model, will depend on the type of fender. Whether it’s a full fender or half fender, the difference comes down to: Bracket requirements Weight distribution Suspension clearance. Here’s an in-depth look at how to properly install Peterbilt 379 rear fenders without costly mistakes or damages. Watch the installation process for Hogebuilt Half Fenders. Tools & Materials Checklist Power Drill …

Outfit your Kenworth W900A model with stunning exterior chrome accessories and stainless-steel upgrades that seamlessly tie together the entire truck’s theme. Classic big rig owners take a lot of pride in their trucks. Most owners already know what they want. It's just a matter of sourcing the right parts.  Here are the best W900A chrome accessories to prioritize.  The Best Exterior Chrome Upgrades for the Kenworth W900A (1965-1982) Start with the Big Four:  VISORS  BU …

When restoring a classic Kenworth W900A from the 1960s or 1970s, the ultimate goal is honoring that legendary vintage aesthetic while ditching tired, road-worn, decades-old mechanical components. Semi-truck restorations can take years to complete—especially if you are balancing the project as a full-time owner-operator. To maximize your time and budget, a build must be tackled systematically. Sourcing the right W900A restoration parts requires sorting aftermarket upgrades into four foundat …

Every once in a while, a truck comes along that does more than haul freight—it leaves a lasting mark on trucking culture. For truck enthusiasts across North America, Mike Maggini's "Lucky 13" Peterbilt 379 is one of those trucks. Built long before social media made custom trucks famous, Lucky 13 earned its reputation the hard way: by showing up, working hard, and turning heads wherever it went. While many show trucks spend their lives under bright lights and behind velvet ropes, this Peter …

To identify the right Freightliner FL70 parts, you must use your 17-digit VIN and the factory spec decal inside your cab, rather than relying on the exterior model badge. Because FL70 and FL80 Business Class trucks were custom configured for vastly different jobs, using your VIN to look up the original bill of materials is the only way to avoid ordering incorrect parts.  Use the Badge & the VIN for Accurate FL70 Replacement Part Fitments Use the vehicle specification decal located insid …