How to Pick the Right Semi-Truck Storage Box from Merritt
Tool boxes handle wrenches and straps, but today’s tractors carry far more—DEF jugs, PPE, chains, log books, even coolant. When you need purpose-built compartments that tuck into odd frame spaces …
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What Are the Best Heavy-Duty Truck Fenders?
A decision guide based on what you haul, where you run, and how you work. “Best” is never one-size-fits-all. A show-truck that logs 70 °F highway miles has different needs …
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Aluminum Battery Box Match-Up Guide: In-Frame vs Side-Pack vs Stack-Pack
An aluminum battery box does more than protect your Group 31s from road grime—choosing the right form-factor can reclaim frame space, simplify service, and even boost payload by shedding dozens …
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The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Semi-Truck Tool Box from Merritt
A well-chosen semi-truck tool box keeps your straps, chains, fluids, and PPE organized, protected, and easy to reach—while adding as little weight as possible. Merritt offers three heavy-duty aluminum families …
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What Is a Deck Plate on a Semi-Truck?
Walk behind any Class 8 tractor and you’ll see a metal platform bridging the frame rails directly behind the cab. That surface is the deck plate (also called a deck …
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What Is a Saddle Box on a Truck?
If you’ve been browsing truck accessories, especially for heavy-duty or vocational use, you may have come across the term saddle box — sometimes also called a step box or boot …
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What is a Truck Headache Rack– and Why is it Called That?
If you drive a pickup or light-duty work truck, you’ve probably heard the term headache rack. But what exactly does it do? And where did the name come from? Let’s break it down.
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Fuel Efficiency & Eco Responsibility with Merritt Accessories
Running a profitable operation and running a greener one don’t have to be at odds. Every gallon of diesel you save keeps money in your pocket and keeps CO₂ out …
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Two Powerhouse Brands = Endless Possibilities
We’re excited to share a major milestone in truck accessory buying: Merritt Aluminum Products and Magnum Trailer Accessories are now available to purchase under a single Purchase Order. This integration …
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