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Nov 16, 2012 8:12 AM

Western Star  Truck Sales, Inc. has updated its Body Builder book, with Version 2.1   featuring the availability of two- and three-dimensional generic truck model  layout drawings and including a downloadable comprehensive power take-off (PTO)  compatibility section.

The latest updates to Western  Star’s Body Builder book continue to help equipment manufacturers easily  troubleshoot and integrate specialty bodies on all Western Star models.

In collaboration with Western  Star’s custom application engineering, body builders can request pre-assembled  three-dimensional (3D) model drawings consisting of primary component groups.  Per-serial 3D models include front/rear suspension, axle, frame, cab and  optional calculated centers of gravity, and reflect exact build configuration.  The drawings can be obtained within 20 days of a truck build to help speed up  the design process for body builders.

Body builders can also download  generic two-dimensional (2D) drawings of all Western Star truck models from  Western Star’s website to quickly develop body configurations.      

Additionally, Western Star  offers a 3DXml file format that does not require special CAD software in order  to view model drawings on a personal computer.     

The updated Western Star Body  Builder book also includes a new PTO compatibility section, featuring specs and  schematics for PTO controls, hydraulic pumps and mounting. The guide helps body  builders determine compatibility between appropriate transmissions, engines and  PTO mounting positions with respect to each Western Star truck model.      

“Our goal is to streamline the  design and assembly process to save body builders time and money,” said Mike  Puncochar, product manager, Western Star. “This book is part of our ongoing  commitment to provide body builders, and ultimately our customers, the best  experience from start to finish with Western Star.”     

The Western Star Body Builder  Book is available to download at http://www.westernstar.com/BodyBuilderBook.    

For more information, and to  find a local dealer, visit www.WesternStar.com or call 866-850-STAR (7827).