Service bodies are essential pieces of equipment for many trades. A well-designed, properly installed service body saves time and money by giving easy access to tools and supplies. SpaceKap is one of the most popular brands, known for high quality and durability, but how does its installation process compare to other brands?
Key Takeaways
- A SpaceKap install kit only requires a forklift with 8′ lifting bars, and the process shouldn’t take more than an hour or two.
- SpaceKap units transfer to a new truck when it’s time for a replacement; many other brands’ service bodies don’t.
- Most service bodies from any brand can be installed in a few hours, though larger bodies may take a full day.
How does installing a SpaceKap actually work?
SpaceKap keeps installation simple. With the included install kit, a new SpaceKap service body can be up and running quickly, requiring only a forklift with 8′ lifting bars to get started.
A step-by-step video tutorial walks through installing a SpaceKap service body with the install kit. It’s simple enough to do it yourself, though a dealership can always handle the installation instead. The whole process shouldn’t take more than an hour or two, start to finish.
How does installing a different brand’s service body compare?
Most companies choose a service body from the same brand as their upfitter’s recommendation, but installing a body from another brand is sometimes necessary. The process isn’t difficult, but it requires more careful planning: a drill, drill bits, wrenches, screws, and a detailed diagram of the specific body being installed.
Most service bodies for trucks can be installed in a few hours, though some larger bodies may take a full day. Anyone not confident in their ability to install a body correctly should take it to a professional dealership, where experienced installers can ensure the job is done right.
What happens to the service body when the truck gets replaced?
SpaceKap service bodies are designed to fit any pickup truck on the market. When a work truck needs to be replaced, the SpaceKap can transfer to the new truck, keeping the same unit in service for years. Many other brands’ service bodies aren’t transferable, which can hit the budget harder than expected the next time a truck gets swapped out.
Replacing a work truck is already an expensive proposition without also having to replace the body and re-outfit it with tools and equipment. SpaceKap’s high-quality construction and universal fit mean the same well-equipped body can move from truck to truck. Contact SpaceKap to get more information on service bodies and accessories.
Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment is needed to install a SpaceKap service body?
Only a forklift with 8′ lifting bars and the included install kit are needed; the process typically takes an hour or two.
Can a SpaceKap service body be installed without a dealership?
Yes. The process is simple enough to do independently, following SpaceKap’s step-by-step video tutorial, though a dealership can also handle it.
What happens to a SpaceKap unit when the truck it’s on gets replaced?
It transfers to the new truck. Unlike many other brands’ service bodies, a SpaceKap unit isn’t tied to a single vehicle.
