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Western Star Releases Second Edition of Online Body Builder Book

The second edition of Western Star Truck Sales' online Body Builder Book is now available for download

by Staff
March 6, 2012
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The second edition of Western Star Truck Sales' online Body Builder Book is now available for download.


The updated version features a section of chassis specs for the all-new 4700 set-forward and set-back truck models in addition to a more detailed breakdown of electrical and body integration components for Western Star's full product line.

New features in the Body Builder Book version two include:

-New air and electrical schematic information for the 4700, including front wall PTO and tail light connections
-New air tank and chassis component details for the new Western Star 4700 model
-New electrical question and answer section to guide technicians through commonly asked questions
-New exhaust information for all truck models
-Complete details on the new in-cab electrical body connection Power Distribution Module
-New chassis harness location information to aid in locating and accessing electrical system information
-New star gauge and J1939 tie-in information

"With the inclusion of our 4700 body specs and additional product update features, the Body Builder Book continues to serve as a resource for our body builder partners as they determine the best solution for our mutual customers," says Ann Demitruk, director of marketing.

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