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The latests and greatest from the premier custom fleet company of the Pacific Northwest

  • Contractor Body for Truck

    3 Things to Keep in Mind When Selecting a Contractor Body for Your Truck

    Ask any contractor about the one thing that makes their work easy, and you’ll most likely get the same answer: their tools. Good tools make you more efficient. Nowhere else is more important to have the right equipment than when it comes to your work truck. So, if you’re planning…

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  • Ladder Racks

    Ladder Racks 101: Everything You Need to Know to Choose the Best One for Your Truck

    You might think your truck can do it all on its own, but some things are best done with a little help. Take heavy materials transportation as an example: it takes a lot of space, it disrupts the driving experience, and it can even be dangerous. When it comes to…

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  • Dakota Bodies

    Vendor Spotlight: Dakota Bodies

    One of the things that allow us here at Pacific Truck Colors to stay above our competition (besides our professionalism and skilled technicians) is the quality of the parts and accessories we use. We only work with the best vendors to customize trucks and install equipment based on the specifications…

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  • Truck tool boxes

    Truck Tool Boxes: Finding the Right One

    Whether you run a professional service or you’re just a passionate do-it-yourself kind of person, your tools are an important part of your job. We don’t have to tell you how important it is to have easy access to your equipment to save time during a project. A truck toolbox…

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    Everything You Need to Know Before Getting Vehicle Graphics

    There are plenty of people who come into our shop not knowing what to expect from a vehicle wrap. Sure, they know they want to make their trucks and vans visually stunning, but they don’t know how to prepare for the installation, how to take care of the graphic, and…

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  • van equipment

    Van Equipment for HVAC Contractors

    How does the inside of your work van look? Can you find your tools quickly? Can you load and unload your equipment fast? And last but not least, does your vehicle look professional enough? Having the right van equipment is essential when you are into the HVAC business world. Your…

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  • Vendor Spotlight: VMAC

    When it comes to equipping your work truck with an air compressor, the right tools can make the difference between efficiency and money thrown out the window. We’ve seen many incorrectly upfitted trucks and the reasons are almost always the same. Most truck drivers believe that bigger means better, or…

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  • Truck Customization

    Truck Customization Ideas for Snowy Weather

    Global warming doesn’t mean that we will all be living in the tropics within the next few years. Instead, harsher winter weather is likely on the way. Snow isn’t going anywhere for now, so it’s good to ask: is your truck prepped for winter? If not, here are six excellent…

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    Truck Equipment Trends Going Into 2017

    2017 brings new and exciting customization trends that are bound to spark your interest. Truck technology and equipment have significantly evolved in recent years, especially as far as connectivity or integration trends are concerned. All in all, it would be a shame not to take advantage of the newest, most…

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  • Pacific Truck Colors - Blog 3

    January Project Spotlight

    2016 was a good year for us. It was a year of growing, learning, and overcoming challenges. We were blessed with amazing projects that allowed us to showcase our skills and expertise. We’ve already talked about that in a previous post, so be sure to check that out if you…

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