Category: Product Changes

Engineering Bulletin: New Serial Tag Format

Posted on by Mary Faulds

Engineering Bulletin: New Serial Tag Format

At STAHL, we are constantly seeking ways to deliver not only top-tier service bodies but also exceptional customer experiences. We are excited to share with you a significant enhancement – our new and improved serial tags for service bodies, designed with your convenience in mind. One of the driving forces behind this upgrade was the recognition that paper copies of warranties can be easily misplaced, and navigating websites for parts and warranty information can be a time-consuming hassle. Our mission is to save you time and reduce any unnecessary stress, and this idea was inspired by one of our own employees who truly understands the value of efficiency. Constructed from sturdy metal, these upgraded serial tags are built to match the durability of our truck bodies, ensuring they will withstand the harshest conditions and remain legible throughout the lifespan of your vehicle.

New Tags Better for You!

The addition of a QR code on the tag marks a new era of efficiency. Your serial number is vital when ordering replacement parts or filing warranty requests. With our revamped serial tags, we aim to simplify this process for you. With a quick scan, you’ll have direct access to warranty information, making the process of filing the rare warranty claim a breeze. But that’s not all; we have even more exciting plans in store for the future! In the pipeline, we are developing a portal that grants you direct access to our parts department, all through the convenience of scanning the code.

No Change in Tag Placement

Rest assured, the serial tag locations for STAHL service bodies, Arbortech Chip Bodies, and standalone L-boxes or Underbody Boxes will remain consistent, ensuring familiarity and ease of identification. For STAHL service bodies, the serial tag will be located inside the front streetside compartment on the back compartment wall. Meanwhile, for Arbortech Chip Bodies, you can find the serial tag conveniently on the front curbside face of the Chip Body. Finally, for standalone L-boxes or Underbody Boxes, your serial tag will be placed on the inside of the front panel of the curbside box. At STAHL, our customers are at the core of everything we do, and these upgraded serial tags exemplify our dedication to providing unmatched service and support. Together, we’re forging a smoother and more streamlined future for all our valued customers. Stay tuned for more updates, and thank you for being a valued part of the STAHL Truck Bodies family!  

New Serial Tag Design

Sample STAHL Body Placement

Sample Arbortech Body/L-Box Tag Placement

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Engineering Bulletin: Wiring for 2023 Ford Box Removals

Posted on by Mary Faulds

For All STAHL Distributors

Models Affected: All STAHL Service Bodies

STAHL Engineering continues to adapt to the OEM model year changes in order to keep the installation of our service bodies easier and faster than the competition. Due to the wiring change Ford has implemented for 2023 box removal wiring, STAHL has created a new adaptor plug that will be STAHL part #244043. These new adaptors are expected to be available in late August 2023.

Until such time that the 2023 Ford Adaptor Plugs are available, STAHL Engineering is recommending following the process documented in the drawing below.

Please contact the Engineering Department at (330) 202-4241 with any questions regarding this bulletin.

Engineering Bulletin: Service Body Lighting Upgrade

Posted on by Mary Faulds

To all STAHL Distributors

Models Affected: All STAHL Service Bodies

As STAHL Engineering continues to find ways to make the installation of our service bodies easier and faster for our customers, we are excited to share that an update to STAHL’s service body lighting will be releases on June 1, 2023. The changes will include:
  1. Updated license plate lighting. We are updating our license plate lighting from (1) incandescent light to (2) LED lights. The snap-in light design will improve visibility and cut installation time.
  2. Provisions to mount stop/tail/turn lights in either the body or the bumper. We will start pre-punching both the body and the bumper to allow the installation of the stop/tail/turn light assemblies in either location. This will save installers the time currently required to cut out and touch up holes when body mounted lights are desired.
  3. The ability to cover up unused lighting holes. STAHL will now provide a molded reflective carrier to be installed into whichever pre-punched hole (body or bumper) that is not utilized by the stop/tail/turn light assembly. These two reflector placements are confirmed to meet federal requirements and are recommended by STAHL. Please see the pictures and notes below.
These changes will be included on every service body shipped after June 1, 2023. While every effort will be made to prevent it, there could be a short period of time during this transition where bodies are mixed.

Please contact our Engineering Department at (330) 202-4241 with any questions regarding this bulletin.

Changes to Challenger ST Bodies Driven by 2020 GM Truck Changes

Posted on by Joe Halpin

Changes to Challenger ST Bodies
Driven by 2020 GM Truck Changes

 

Wooster, Ohio (Sept 5, 2019) – General Motors has introduced changes on their 2020 Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra ¾-ton and 1-ton long bed pickup trucks that have a significant impact on truck body manufacturers and truck equipment up-fitters. We have highlighted the modifications Stahl has made to its service body offering in order to address the changes to these new GM trucks. It also explains the impact the Stahl modifications have when spec’ing and ordering service bodies.

The first big change to the 2020 GM trucks is in the cab-to-axle dimension. GM decreased the cab-to-axle dimension on ¾-ton and 1-ton long bed trucks from 56-inches down to 55-inches. This shorter cab-to-axle dimension will require a new “GM-specific” set of fender panels for CST98 service bodies. These new GM fenders have the cutout shifted forward so that the rear tire remains centered within the radius.

As has been the case with Stahl Challenger ST fender panels in the past, they are a bolt-on design and can be switched with minimal effort. So, if you have CST98 bodies in inventory and sell one for a 2020 GMC/Chevy application, the new GM-specific fender panels can be ordered from Stahl and easily installed on your stock body. For future body orders, simply let the Stahl salesperson know that the body being ordered is for a 2020 GMC/Chevy application and the proper fenders will be shipped on the unit from the factory.

Stahl has created the two new kits below to address the fender panel issue on the 2020 GM’s. Both kits come with both a curbside and a streetside panel.

  • New GM Fender Panel Kits

  • New GM Mounting Bracket Kit

  • New GM Adapter Plug

For a copy of the above information and further details on the various kit offerings, click here for a PDF.

Please contact your Stahl sales representative if you have any questions about the 2020 GM chassis changes, or how the new Stahl kits apply to those changes. To learn more, call toll free 1-800-277-8245 or email us