Why Buy a Truck Bed from a Dealer Instead of Online?
You've seen truck beds listed online — sometimes at prices that seem too good to be true. So why would you buy from a local dealer like Star Truck Equipment…
Flatbed vs Utility Bed: Which Work Truck Body Is Right for You?
When you're outfitting a work truck, the first big decision is flatbed or utility body? Both are excellent work truck platforms, but they're designed for very different types of work.…
Truck Bed Financing Options: How to Afford a Flatbed Upgrade
A quality truck bed is a business investment — and like any business investment, you shouldn't have to pay for it all at once. Star Truck Equipment offers financing options…
Crane Truck Body Guide: Everything You Need to Know
A crane truck body transforms your cab & chassis into a mobile lifting platform — combining service body storage with crane mounting capability. If your work requires lifting heavy equipment,…
Best Truck Bed for Ranching and Hay Hauling in Texas
Texas ranchers need a truck bed that can handle everything from hauling hay bales and feed to pulling livestock trailers and running fence. Here are our top recommendations for ranch…
What Is a Service Body? Complete Guide for Work Truck Buyers
If you're outfitting a work truck, you've probably come across the term "service body" — but what exactly is it, and how is it different from a standard flatbed? Here's…
Best Truck Bed Options for Ram 3500, 4500 & 5500 Cab & Chassis
Ram cab & chassis trucks — the 3500, 4500, and 5500 — are workhorses built for serious applications. Choosing the right flatbed for your Ram requires understanding the specific fitment…
Best Truck Bed Options for Ford F-350 & F-450 Cab & Chassis
The Ford F-350 and F-450 cab & chassis are two of the most popular platforms for flatbed truck beds in Texas. Whether you're running a ranch, construction company, or fleet…
Should I Remove My Factory Truck Bed? Benefits of Switching to a Flatbed
Your truck came with a perfectly good factory bed — so why would you rip it off and replace it with a flatbed? Actually, there are some compelling reasons. Here's…
Truck Bed Maintenance Tips for Texas Heat and Humidity
Texas weather is tough on truck beds. Between the extreme heat, humidity, coastal salt air, and UV exposure, even a well-built flatbed needs some attention to stay in top condition.…