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Tools & Equipment For Peterbilt Trucks
Proper shop equipment is the foundation of efficient and safe commercial truck maintenance. From hydraulic jacks and jack stands rated for Class 8 loads to specialized service equipment for brakes, wheel ends, and drivetrain components, having the right equipment in place makes every job faster and reduces the risk of injury from improvised setups. Browse our tools and equipment selection for Peterbilt truck maintenance and shop operations.
Frequently asked questions about tools & equipment
What lifting equipment is needed to safely work on a Peterbilt?
Commercial trucks require significantly heavier-rated lifting equipment than passenger vehicles. A floor jack rated for at least 10 to 20 tons is needed for lifting a loaded Class 8 truck axle. Jack stands rated for 10 tons minimum per stand should be used to support the truck -- never rely solely on a floor jack for any work that requires being under or beside the truck. Transmission jacks are needed for supporting heavy transmission and engine components during removal. For full truck lifts, drive-over or drive-through lifts rated for commercial vehicle weights are the proper equipment in a shop environment.
What specialized tools are needed for wheel end service on a Peterbilt?
Wheel end service requires a wheel bearing adjustment kit (including the correct adjusting socket for your hub type), a bearing preload gauge or end play dial indicator, a seal installation driver sized for the hub seal, a hub cap wrench, and in some configurations, a bearing heater for installing new bearings without damaging them. On hubs with automatic wheel end systems, the manufacturer's specific service instructions and any required specialty tools should be followed precisely -- these systems have close tolerances that don't accommodate improvised tooling.
Are there truck-specific diagnostic tools I should have in my shop?
Yes. A commercial-grade diagnostic scan tool that supports PACCAR, Cummins, and other OEM diagnostic protocols is essential -- consumer OBD-II tools don't access the full diagnostic capability of Class 8 truck ECMs. An air brake test kit including a dead-end test gauge and inlet gauge allows complete brake system testing. A bearing temperature gun and a thermal imager help identify heat-generating failures during post-service inspections. For electrical work, a circuit tracer and a quality digital oscilloscope help diagnose intermittent faults that a standard multimeter can miss.