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JOST 5th Wheels now available for first fit specification at Freightliner and Sterling !

JOST is pleased to announce the availability of our products for factory fit specification with both Freightliner and Sterling Truck. Most standard JOST assemblies are available through the Spec Pro electronic ordering system for these OEM's. This is the result of many requests from fleets and dealers and also refelects the global relationship between the companies and JOST. For more information contact Rich Carroll @ 616-638-1388.

MHC Kenworth Extends Partnership with Jost International - April 4, 2006
Kansas City, Mo.; April 4, 2006 - MHC Kenworth relies on strong supplier partnerships to provide its customers with the best service in the industry. MHC’s partnership with Jost formalized in 2001 when they were selected as Preferred Partner for MHC fifth wheel specification.
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JOST Announces "Coast to Coast" Tour
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JOST International, a manufacturer of fifth wheels and landing gear assemblies, is now traveling the country to demonstrate their technology to fleets, dealers and owner-operators. .
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Fifth Wheel from Jost International available on new Kenworth trucks
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The Kenworth Truck Company now offers selected Jost International fifth wheels as published options on new Kenworth trucks, not just as aftermarket additions.
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Big Rig Basics - Stay Hitched - February 2005
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If your fifth wheel is not working the way it is supposed to, you’ve got trouble. Proper coupling, as well as regular maintenance of the fifth wheel, can save you time, money and hassle.
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How to Repair Landing Gear
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There is probably no better workout in trucking than manually hoisting a loaded trailer that is resting a foot below the frame of the tractor assigned to pull it. But it’s hard to appreciate the task’s physical benefits when you’re panting like a dog and cussing the idiot who caused the problem.
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