Frequently Asked Questions

Could an XL Service Body help save with vehicle fuel economy?

Will my truck handle better with an XL Body?

Will my current XL Service Body transfer to another Cab Chassis?

How do I stop the condensation inside my XL Service body?

Can I fit an XL Service Body myself?

Can you repair my XL Body? Do you supply spare parts needed for repairs?

Where can I see an XL Service Body if I am interstate?

What vehicle do you recommend I buy for the XL Body?

Can I buy my XL Service Body direct from XL or do I have to go through a car dealership?

Is the XL Service Body only available in the pearl white powder coat?

Does the XL Service Body accommodate LPG fitted tanks? Aftermarket fit-out as well?

Is the XL Service Body waterproof?

How much load can the Ladder Rack carry?

Is the cost of an XL Service Body different between a 2x4 and a 4x4?

Could an XL Service Body help save with vehicle fuel economy?

Yes! Fuel prices today are a major expense regardless of which vehicle you drive, however the XL Service Body fitted to a normal cab chassis can help you save fuel by presenting a minimal frontal area - imagine running down the road with a 2400 x 1200 piece of ply like a sail! It would be quite difficult especially if the ply doubled in size or you tried running faster! A large frontal area increases drag which severely affects fuel economy. Ladder racks and ladders can also affect the drag coefficient, so today you really need to think about the equipment you carry.

Will my truck handle better with an XL Body?

The XL Service Body has been designed with a low roll centre – the imaginary front to rear axis by which your vehicle rolls when cornering. For example: a racing car has a low roll centre - the track is wide and the vehicle height is low. This combination offers great road handling (and fuel economy) compared to a higher vehicle or a vehicle with its load mounted a long way above the ground. Imagine two identical vehicles, one loaded with 500kgs on top of the cab, and the other with the 500kgs mounted 95mm above the chassis rails. Which one corners more easily and safely? The one with the load closest to the ground will be safer to drive and provide better handling, especially during lane changing and cornering. Many people think handling doesn’t matter for light trucks, and they can be made to handle well by putting more leaves in the rear springs. In reality the same laws of physics apply to a light truck as to a Formula One race car.

Will my current XL Service Body transfer to another Cab Chassis?

Yes, providing there have been no changes to the chassis. We have many customers that have swapped their bodies many times. However should the vehicle manufacturer change the chassis then the answer is no. The same applies to swapping an old body from one brand chassis to another vehicle make or body type.

How do I stop the condensation happening inside my body?

Although rare, if you find condensation within your XL Service Body, remove the plastic plugs located in the corners of each cabinet to increase ventilation and increase drying time.

Can I fit an XL Service Body myself?

Yes, if you have both the capacity & resources to safely lift the XL Service Body and carefully lower it on the vehicle’s chassis. Please contact us for the fitting instructions.

Can you repair my XL Body? Do you supply spare parts needed for repairs?

We recommend you employ an experienced & reputable panel-beater to repair your vehicle or XL Service Body.

We are more than happy to facilitate the supply of spare parts as long as they are current model.  Discontinued XL Service Body parts can easily be fabricated by a competent sheet metal business.

Where can I see an XL Service Body if I am interstate?

XL Service Bodies are built at our Wacol manufacturing plant in Brisbane Qld, and then distributed across Australia or shipped overseas. Given the tens of thousands of XL Service Bodies on the road, they are never too difficult to locate. Just contact XL & we will gladly point you in the right direction.

Do you have distributors in each state?

Yes. XL Service Bodies have agents in all states. Please contact XL for the latest list of state distributors. These distributors have sample bodies displayed in their showrooms.

What vehicle do you recommend I buy for the XL Body?

XL Service Bodies do not recommend any one type of cab chassis vehicle over another.

Can I buy my XL Service Body direct from XL or do I have to go through a car dealership?

Both options are available.

Our network of distributors can supply and fit XL Service Bodies and they also specialise in supplying and fitting a complete range of vehicle accessories such as towbars, bullbars, sidesteps and gas bottle holders. Buying through your local distributor reduces vehicle delivery and fitting time.

Is the XL Service Body available in the powder-coat pearl white only?

No. Although 99% of XL Service Body customers are delighted with the end result, we can powder coat in other colours (minimum quantities may apply).

IMPORTANT: We do not guarantee that the colour of the powder coat on the XL Body will exactly match the paint colour of the vehicle.

Does the XL Service Body accommodate LPG fitted tanks? Aftermarket fit-out as well?

Yes. As long as your cab chassis vehicle is supplied by the dealership with ‘Factory Fitted’ tanks, all XL Service Bodies are compatible with LPG fuel systems. Aftermarket fit-out of LPG tanks is also possible. You need to arrange a reputable LPG business.

Is the XL Service Body waterproof?

Yes. As long as the doors are shut correctly, all XL Service Bodies are weatherproof thanks to the rubber door seals & fully welded seams throughout the Body itself. In time, some adjustment may be required due to the rubber ageing.

How much load can the Ladder Rack, Work Bench Tail Gate, False Floor carry?

Due to vehicle limitations XL recommends you carry a maximum load of 100kgs on the XL ladder racks. Please note: you must distribute this load evenly.

Is the cost of an XL Service Body different between a 2x4 and a 4x4?

No. There is no price difference when buying an XL Service Body to suit either a 2x4 or a 4X4 cab chassis vehicle. Our only difference is the length of the mudflaps supplied with the body.