The 4 State Trucks Blog

Every truck driver knows one thing: semi-truck repairs are a nightmare for the pocketbook. Sticking to a solid, consistent maintenance schedule is the best way to prevent this from happening. But like any good habit, it’s something we tend to put off for tomorrow…until it’s too late! Your truck is your income. Preventative maintenance is a business strategy.  In this post, we’ll cover the need for a preventative maintenance checklist, and some of the common replacem …

Choosing to invest your hard-earned dollars into a class 8 big rig is a massive decision. And if you're buying a semi truck for the first-time, there's bound to be a tsunami of details being hurled your way, from warranty information and spec'ing parameters to various market options. Yup. It's daunting. Thankfully, we've put together a list of the TOP QUESTIONS TO ASK before investing money into a semi truck.  Want to know your truck's target rate per mile? Calculate your CPM here. Ke …

You're driving at 70 mph, but your dash says 0. Each shift jerks you forward and the cruise control won't stay on. Sound familiar? It's your Peterbilt speed sensor that's breaking down.  Buy a low-cost speed sensor replacement ahead of time and store it for a rainy day. It can prevet a lot of costly downtime.  What is a Speed Sensor in a Semi Truck? Basically, the speed sensor monitors the rotational speed of the wheels, converting the motion of the wheel into an electronic signal whi …

Decorative light panels are an outstanding way to start personalizing your truck. Air breather panels offer tremendous visual appeal and can elevate your big rig's nighttime appearance. There are five main styles of air cleaner panels you can buy: Vortox, Nelson, Donaldson, Donaldson Premium, and Donaldson Preferred Fit. It's Going By Fast Find air cleaner assemblies, filters, and cleaning kits on sale. SHOP AIR CLEANERS The Types of Air Cleaners for Semi Trucks Explained You can even get c …

If there's one thing that a truck driver needs it's more storage space. Buying the right heavy-duty commercial truck storage boxes is one of the most useful purchases you can make. Here are some of the best aftermarket semi truck toolboxes to improve your storage capacity while adding style to your big rig.  In this guide, we'll cover the different brands, materials, and design options you can choose from.  Heavy Duty Savings! Find Merritt step & tool boxes to accentuate your bi …