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Longhorn UpFitters LLC We offer a variety of products and services to enhance your commercial vehicle!

⚠️ If your work-truck equipment still operates, should you leave it alone until something breaks?Waiting for a complete ...
10/09/2026

⚠️ If your work-truck equipment still operates, should you leave it alone until something breaks?

Waiting for a complete failure can turn a manageable service visit into expensive downtime, emergency repairs, or a serious safety problem.

Preventive maintenance can help identify:

✅ Loose mounting hardware or cracked welds
✅ Hydraulic leaks and damaged hoses
✅ Corroded wiring or weak electrical connections
✅ Worn hinges, latches, pins, and bushings
✅ Frayed cables or damaged lifting components
✅ Failing lights, switches, and safety equipment
✅ Rust and corrosion spreading beneath the surface
✅ Unusual movement, vibration, or operating noises

Liftgates, cranes, service bodies, flatbeds, trailers, lighting, and other work-truck equipment should be inspected according to manufacturer recommendations and how heavily the equipment is used.

Heavy daily use, harsh weather, rough roads, and jobsite conditions may require more frequent attention.

Preventive service doesn’t guarantee that equipment will never fail—but it can help catch warning signs before they interrupt your workday.

Longhorn Upfitters can inspect your equipment, identify areas needing attention, and recommend the appropriate repair or maintenance.

📍 Longhorn Upfitters
1206 W. Harris Rd., Suite 105
Arlington, TX 76001
📞 214-235-0921
📧 [email protected]
🌐 LonghornUpfitters.com

🔧 Repairing, refurbishing, and upgrading a work truck—aren’t they basically the same thing?Not quite. Each one solves a ...
10/08/2026

🔧 Repairing, refurbishing, and upgrading a work truck—aren’t they basically the same thing?

Not quite. Each one solves a different problem.

🛠️ REPAIRING restores something that is damaged or no longer working properly.

Examples may include fixing cracked welds, damaged doors, faulty lights, hydraulic leaks, broken latches, liftgate problems, or worn hardware.

✨ REFURBISHING improves the overall condition of existing equipment.

This may involve removing rust, repairing damaged metal, replacing worn components, preparing surfaces, repainting, applying protective coatings, and restoring a used flatbed or service body.

⬆️ UPGRADING adds new capabilities, improved safety, or better organization.

Examples may include adding toolboxes, work lights, backup cameras, headache racks, hitches, cargo-control systems, cranes, liftgates, or other accessories.

A work truck may need only one of these services—or a combination of all three. The right option depends on its current condition, how it’s used, and what you need it to do next.

Before replacing equipment that may still have working life left, let Longhorn Upfitters inspect it and discuss the available options.

📍 Longhorn Upfitters
1206 W. Harris Rd., Suite 105
Arlington, TX 76001
📞 214-235-0921
📧 [email protected]
🌐 LonghornUpfitters.com

🪵 Is replacing the wood floor enough to make an older trailer job-ready again?Sometimes—but the damage may extend beyond...
10/07/2026

🪵 Is replacing the wood floor enough to make an older trailer job-ready again?

Sometimes—but the damage may extend beyond the decking.

Longhorn Upfitters can repair more than just trailer wood floors. Depending on the trailer’s condition and the scope of the project, repairs may include:

✅ Damaged or rotted wood decking
✅ Cracked welds and damaged steel
✅ Crossmembers and structural supports
✅ Fenders, side rails, and tie-down points
✅ Ramps, gates, hinges, and latches
✅ Jacks, couplers, and other hardware
✅ Trailer lighting and damaged wiring
✅ Custom welding and fabrication

A worn floor may be the first problem you notice, but weakened supports, rust, broken welds, and damaged hardware can also affect how safely the trailer carries and secures a load.

Before assuming your trailer needs to be replaced, let our team inspect it. A properly planned repair or refurbishment may help extend its working life and get it back on the road.

📍 Longhorn Upfitters
1206 W. Harris Rd., Suite 105
Arlington, TX 76001
📞 214-235-0921
📧 [email protected]
🌐 LonghornUpfitters.com

🏗️ If your truck-mounted crane still lifts, does that mean it’s properly maintained?Not necessarily. A crane can continu...
10/06/2026

🏗️ If your truck-mounted crane still lifts, does that mean it’s properly maintained?

Not necessarily. A crane can continue operating while worn, loose, or damaged components are creating a safety risk.

Routine maintenance may include:

✅ Inspecting the wire rope, hook, latch, sheaves, and boom
✅ Checking hydraulic fluid, hoses, fittings, cylinders, and leaks
✅ Lubricating pins, bushings, bearings, and moving joints
✅ Inspecting mounting hardware, welds, and the supporting service body
✅ Testing outriggers, stabilizers, safety devices, and limit controls
✅ Checking electrical wiring, batteries, switches, and remote controls
✅ Verifying warning labels and load information remain readable
✅ Following the manufacturer’s service and inspection schedule

Warning signs can include jerky movement, hydraulic leaks, unusual noises, frayed wire rope, drifting cylinders, loose mounting points, or controls that respond inconsistently.

Never exceed the crane’s rated capacity, and don’t continue operating equipment that shows signs of damage. Truck-mounted cranes should be inspected and serviced by qualified personnel.

Longhorn Upfitters provides crane installation and repair services for service-body applications.

📍 Longhorn Upfitters
1206 W. Harris Rd., Suite 105
Arlington, TX 76001
📞 214-235-0921
📧 [email protected]
🌐 LonghornUpfitters.com

⚠️ Does a slow liftgate mean the entire unit is failing?Not necessarily—but it does mean the equipment needs attention.A...
10/05/2026

⚠️ Does a slow liftgate mean the entire unit is failing?

Not necessarily—but it does mean the equipment needs attention.

A liftgate may operate slowly, struggle under load, or stop working because of:

🔋 Low battery voltage or a weak charging system
🔌 Loose, damaged, or corroded electrical connections
⚡ A blown fuse, faulty switch, solenoid, or poor ground
🛢️ Low hydraulic fluid or a hydraulic leak
⚙️ A worn pump or motor
🔧 Dry, damaged, or binding pivot points
📦 Excessive weight or an unevenly distributed load
❄️ Cold temperatures affecting the battery or hydraulic system

If your liftgate is slowing down, making unusual noises, leaking fluid, or moving unevenly, don’t keep forcing it through repeated cycles. That can turn a smaller repair into a larger failure—and create a serious safety risk.

Longhorn Upfitters can inspect, diagnose, repair, or replace liftgate components to help get your truck safely back to work.

📍 Longhorn Upfitters
1206 W. Harris Rd., Suite 105
Arlington, TX 76001
📞 214-235-0921
📧 [email protected]
🌐 LonghornUpfitters.com

💡 Are your factory lights actually enough to work safely after dark?Yes—you can upgrade the lighting on your work truck ...
10/02/2026

💡 Are your factory lights actually enough to work safely after dark?

Yes—you can upgrade the lighting on your work truck or service body to improve visibility, safety, and productivity.

Depending on how you use your truck, lighting upgrades may include:

✅ LED work and scene lights
✅ Compartment lighting
✅ Floodlights for wider coverage
✅ Spotlights for long-distance visibility
✅ Backup and rear work lights
✅ Amber or white warning strobes
✅ Interior cargo lighting

The right setup depends on where you work, what areas need illumination, and how much electrical load your truck can safely support. Proper placement and professional wiring are just as important as choosing the lights themselves.

Longhorn Upfitters can help you plan and install a lighting setup built around your actual work—not just add lights wherever they fit.

📍 Longhorn Upfitters
1206 W. Harris Rd., Suite 105
Arlington, TX 76001
📞 214-235-0921
📧 [email protected]
🌐 LonghornUpfitters.com

09/30/2026

What does it take to turn a standard pickup into a truck that’s truly ready for work?

For this project, our team removed the original pickup bed and completed a full service-body installation designed around the customer’s needs.

The build included:

🔧 Pickup-bed removal
🛠️ Service-body installation
⚡ Complete rewiring
💡 New lighting
🎨 Fresh paint
🛡️ Protective bedliner
📐 A custom-fabricated ladder rack built specifically to fit the truck and service body

This wasn’t simply a bolt-on installation. Our technicians handled the fabrication, electrical work, fitment, finishing, and protection needed to create a clean, functional setup built for demanding daily use.

If your current truck setup is limiting what your crew can carry or accomplish, Longhorn Upfitters can help you build something better.

📞 214-235-0921
🌐 LonghornUpfitters.com

⚠️ What are some signs your work-truck equipment needs attention?Your truck may still be running—but the equipment you d...
09/30/2026

⚠️ What are some signs your work-truck equipment needs attention?

Your truck may still be running—but the equipment you depend on could already be showing warning signs.

Watch for:

🔧 Loose, shifting, or rattling equipment
🔧 Cracked welds or damaged mounting points
🔧 Rust, corrosion, or weakened metal
🔧 Doors, drawers, or compartments that no longer close properly
🔧 Flickering work lights or damaged wiring
🔧 Hydraulic leaks or slow liftgate operation
🔧 Unusual crane movement, noises, or reduced performance
🔧 Damaged flooring, hinges, latches, steps, or racks
🔧 A flatbed or service body that appears uneven or unstable

Ignoring these signs can lead to equipment failure, lost tools, unexpected downtime, or a larger repair bill.

If something doesn’t look, sound, or operate correctly, have it inspected before putting it through another demanding workday.

Contact Longhorn Upfitters to discuss repairs, modifications, replacements, or equipment upgrades.

📍 1206 W Harris Road, Suite 105
Arlington, TX 76001
📞 214-235-0921
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.longhornupfitters.com

🔧 ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL SERVICE-BODY INSTALLATION!This truck is officially ready to work.Our team completed the take-off of...
09/29/2026

🔧 ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL SERVICE-BODY INSTALLATION!

This truck is officially ready to work.

Our team completed the take-off of the original pickup bed and installed a new service body, giving the customer organized, secure storage for tools, parts, and equipment while on the job.

A proper service-body installation requires more than simply setting the body onto the chassis. Fitment, mounting, clearances, alignment, lighting, and final functionality must all be carefully checked before the truck returns to service.

The finished result is a clean, professional setup built to help this customer stay organized and productive in the field.

Need to remove a pickup bed and install a service body on your work truck? Contact Longhorn Upfitters with your truck information and project requirements. We’ll help determine the appropriate fit and installation process.

📍 Longhorn Upfitters
1206 W. Harris Rd., Suite 105
Arlington, TX 76001

📞 214-235-0921
📧 [email protected]
🌐 LonghornUpfitters.com

🔧 Can Longhorn modify an existing flatbed or service body?Yes—depending on its condition, an existing truck body can oft...
09/29/2026

🔧 Can Longhorn modify an existing flatbed or service body?

Yes—depending on its condition, an existing truck body can often be modified, repaired, or upgraded to better fit the work you do.

We can help with:

✅ Adding toolboxes or extra storage
✅ Installing racks and accessories
✅ Modifying existing compartments
✅ Repairing damaged floors, doors, or panels
✅ Adding or replacing bumpers and hitches
✅ Liftgate and crane installation or repair
✅ Custom welding and fabrication
✅ Refurbishing worn flatbeds and service bodies

Before starting, we’ll inspect the body, mounting points, and overall condition to determine whether the requested modifications are practical and safe.

Have a flatbed or service body that almost works—but needs a few changes? Contact Longhorn Upfitters to discuss your project!

📍 1206 W Harris Road, Suite 105
Arlington, TX 76001
📞 214-235-0921
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.longhornupfitters.com

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1206 W Harris Road Suite 105
Dallas, TX
76001

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8pm - 4pm

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+12142350921

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