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Reading Utility Bodies


Lo-Pro Ready Van  

Reading presents a new single wheel variant of our popular Ready Van. Built to fit most garages, the Lo-Pro features a 132" length, an 86" width, and a 54" x 52-3/4" rear opening.

Features


 
Latch-Matic®

  • Simultaneously locks the side compartments at the touch of a button
  • Operates within 25 ft radius of body
  • No rods, no handles, or protrusions of any kind
  • Two high quality key chain transmitters
  • A high-performance receiver/control box with auxiliary cab lock connections, fully protected wire harness, and automotive-rated linear actuators
  • Easy to program: can learn up to four different key chain transmitters
  • All electronic actuators are hidden within the door panels, making for a clean looking system that doesn't intrude into cargo space, while providing maximum protection for the Latch-Matic components
  • All Latch-Matic components have been thoroughly tested to be reliable throughout the life of the body
  • Individual compartment doors can still be locked or unlocked with the standard service body locks
  • Backed by a three-year limited warranty on parts and service

    Read more about Reading’s wireless Latch-Matic® system.

    Benefit: Convenient locking and unlocking of compartments doors at the touch of a button.



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    Powder Coat Painting

  • Polyester powder adheres to every surface
  • Smooth and durable white finish
  • Exhibits high degrees of resistance to salt spray, corrosion, humidity, and scratching.

    Read more about Reading’s exclusive powder coat painting.



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    Smooth Tapered Sides

  • Provides a clean surface for owner-applied graphics
  • Factory installed strips and graphics




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    Drop Down Access Doors

  • (1) per side at rear of body
  • Stores 10" lengths of pipe or conduit




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    Interior Features

  • Powder coated
  • Full length shelves
  • Steel cab access door
  • Rear windows protected with steel screens inside compartment area
  • (1) Grab handle
  • (2) Overhead dome lights with switch at rear

    Benefit: Provides interior with bright finish, organization, and easy access to cargo area.  The dome light illuminates the cargo area, making it easier to work in at any time of day.



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    Pooched Rear Bumper

  • Powder coated black (white is optional)





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    NITROGEN Gas Props

  • Side vertical compartment doors are equipped with nitrogen gas props - holds vertical doors open at 90°

    Benefit: Doors are held open to aid loading and unloading.



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    REAR Door Chains

  • Rear doors are equipped with door saver chains

    Benefit: Prevents doors from swinging free and damaging the body.



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    Recessed Material Hook

  • Located in front vertical compartment




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    THICKER, HEAVIER, DOUBLE-PANELED DOORS

  • 3/8" thicker than industry standard
  • Internal reinforcement with full length steel hat section
  • Thick 18 gauge steel outer door skin
  • Doors are double paneled

    Benefit: A stronger, more secure door.



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    Stainless Steel Bolt-on Hinges, Concealed Hinge Pins

  • Compartment doors are mounted on stainless steel bolt-on hinges
  • Hinge pins are fully concealed, eliminating exposure to the elements

    Benefit: Compartment doors operate smoothly in all weather conditions.  If needed, compartment doors can also be replaced with ease.



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    EXCLUSIVE DUAL PRO® SEAL SYSTEM

  • Dual line of defense against weather and the elements:
         1. Automotive quality bubble type seal
         2. Mechanical seal provides secondary defense
  • The design increases clear door openings in every compartment of the body
  • Patent pending design

    Benefit: The most complete weather protection available in the industry, and improved access to compartments.  It also eliminates metal-to-metal contact and paint deterioration due to opening and closing the compartment doors.



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    Improved Rotary Locks

  • Enhanced design for ease of door closure
  • Double bitted high quality lock cylinder
  • O-ring seal prevents water intrusion
  • Adjustable striker pins

    Benefit: Superior security, corrosion resistance, water-tight design, and ease of door closure.



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    ALUMA-FILL®

  • Aluminum gas fill box

    Benefit: Accidental nicks and dings are common in the fuel fill area, which can result in rust.  Aluma-Fill® withstands this abuse and has an attractive appearance as well.



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    Dieformed Seamless Wheelhouse Panels

  • Die-formed seamless wheelhouse panels eliminate water buildup

    Benefit: Prevention of water buildup helps stop rust before it can start.



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    Rugged Understructure

  • Fully unitized welding, with U-beam girders braced and reinforced at all critical stress points
  • Understructure is acrylic E-coat primed, then coated with a tough oil-based undercoating that meets all environmental regulations

    Benefit: A tough, rigid understructure, fully protected against rust and corrosion.



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    A-60 Galvannealed Steel Construction

    Reading service bodies feature two-sided zinc coated A-60 galvannealed steel construction.



     
    Acrylic E-Coat Priming

    Steel bodies enter a 12-state process which thoroughly cleans, rinses, and finally primes the steel by electrically fusing the primer to the steel. This process provides complete coverage to the body, even in the most hidden or recessed areas.

    Benefit: Combining A-60 galvannealed steel with Acrylic E-coat priming provides the best and most comprehensive protection against rust and corrosion available in the industry.




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