The Peterbilt body builder manual is a comprehensive heavy-duty technical reference published by Peterbilt Motors Company in March 2013. This document provides body builders, mechanics, and workshop owners with essential dimensional data, frame specifications, mounting procedures, electrical wiring configurations, and power take-off (PTO) installation guidelines for Peterbilt truck models.
The Peterbilt body builder manual is designed to streamline vehicle specification, body planning, and equipment integration, reducing installation costs and ensuring compatibility across multiple truck platforms and suspension configurations.
Document details and specifications — Peterbilt body builder
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Peterbilt Motors Company |
| Model coverage | 389, 388, 386, 384, 367, 365, 579, 567, 587 families |
| System/Group | Group 567; Heavy-duty body installation systems |
| Year/Revision | March 2013 |
| Pages | 166 |
| File size | 26.8 MB |
| Format | |
| Language | English |
Table of contents
- Section 1: Introduction
- Section 2: Safety and Compliance — FMVSS and CMVSS Standards
- Section 3: Dimensions — Overall dimensions, frame rails, frame height charts, rear suspension layouts, exhaust systems, ground clearance and PTO clearance calculations
- Section 4: Body Mounting — Frame mounting brackets, U-bolts, critical clearances
- Section 5: Frame Modifications — Drilling, wheelbase changes, crossmembers, torque requirements
- Section 6: Electrical 386 Family — ICU/CECU control units, multiplexed instruments, J1939 communications
- Section 7: Electrical 579 Family — Body builder connection points, lift axles, air solenoids, remote throttle, gauge installation
- Section 8: PTO Section — Transmission-mounted PTO, front engine PTO, hydraulic clutch actuators, remote PTO control
Applies to these models
The Peterbilt body builder manual covers Peterbilt heavy-duty truck models including the 389, 388, 386, 384, 367, 365, 579, 567, and 587 series. It addresses multiple rear suspension types (Reyco, Neway, Hendrickson, Watson-Chalin), Cummins and MX engine platforms, and both conventional and extended cab configurations. For official Peterbilt specifications and updates, visit Peterbilt official website.
Who needs this body builder manual
Professional body builders, truck workshop owners, and heavy-duty mechanics installing custom bodies, dump bodies, lift gates, PTO systems, and auxiliary equipment on Peterbilt chassis require this reference. The body builder manual is essential for ensuring electrical integration, frame-mounting compliance, and safe clearance calculations during aftermarket equipment installation.
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