The 4 State Trucks Blog

As a truck driver, your seat is where you spend the majority of your time. So, it better be comfortable.   The health benefits of investing in a semi truck with lower-back support are well-worth it. Here are some of the best seats you can buy. The Top Semi Truck Seating Brands  Vendetta Seating  These seats are ideal for owner-operators who want a high-end seating experience and are prepared to invest in it.  5-Year Warranty: Mechanisms 2-Year Warranty: Upholstery  …

Watermelon lights are commonly used for functional purposes like side marker lighting or cab roof lighting, and sometimes just for aesthetic appeal like grille accents or underglow effects. They are also wildly popular at truck shows and add a ton of style to most class 8 heavy-duty trucks while serving a useful, functional purpose.  However, plenty of semi-truck drivers opt for the classic-looking glass incandescent lights as well. These lights emanate a softer and less saturated hue.  …

Here are some of the most frequently replaced semi truck parts and some tips on how to find a reliable replacement part for your truck’s model and year.  Brake Components Without proper brake maintenance, those brakes will fail you sooner. When they do, a replacement part will be needed.  The most commonly replaced brake parts are the ones that directly experience the most friction and heat from the act of braking.   Brake Pads: The brake pads create friction against t …

If you’re looking for a classic-looking steering wheel for your Peterbilt truck, consider these 5 aftermarket steering wheels.  1. Steering Creations 18-Inch Chrome 3 Spoke Mahogany Wood Steering Wheel Going for that classic Peterbilt look? This warm, real-wood finish offers a comfortable grip and a lot of durability for long-haul drives. Steering Creations Inc. has been manufacturing sleek-looking steering wheels since 2010, offering wheels in a 3-hole bolt and 5-hole bolt patt …

Choosing the right heavy-duty aftermarket exhaust kit is important. The quality of the kit’s materials will affect the performance, visual appeal, and even DOT compliance of your Peterbilt semi truck.  Here are some of the top-selling exhaust kit brands for Peterbilt trucks.  Trux Accessories Available for many Peterbilts and has a 1-year warranty.  Kit sizes:  6”  7” 8” 10”  American Eagle Made for most Peterbilt, Kenworth, and Fr …