Can a Refrigerated Box Be Converted into a Box Truck?
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No, the original structure of a vehicle cannot be altered arbitrarily. It is recommended to purchase a professional refrigerated truck. Below is some relevant knowledge about vehicle modifications: 1. Exterior Modifications: The modification of a vehicle's exterior has always held significant importance. Common exterior modifications include decals, body painting, emblems, front and rear bumpers, body kits, high rear wings, vented hoods, window rain guards, HID xenon headlights, headlight decorative panels, front and rear perspective mirrors, and lowering the vehicle's height. 2. Handling Modifications: Chassis modifications involve the suspension, shock absorbers, transmission, brakes, tires, and rims. Factory-installed suspensions are generally softer to prioritize ride comfort. However, overly soft suspensions can cause excessive body roll during aggressive cornering, leading to instability and reduced cornering performance, or even loss of control in severe cases. Therefore, chassis modifications must include reinforced suspensions and shock absorbers. Professional racing modifications often opt for extremely stiff shock absorbers to maximize cornering limits. For civilian vehicles, overly stiff shock absorbers can make the ride uncomfortably bumpy for daily use. Thus, many shock absorber manufacturers now offer products that balance comfort with improved cornering performance to cater to the civilian modification market. 3. Performance Modifications: Like the human heart, the engine is the heart of a car and the most critical component. Engine modifications are also the most complex. The primary goal is to increase output power through methods such as enlarging cylinder bores, increasing compression ratios, adding more valves, or converting from naturally aspirated to turbocharged setups. However, it is crucial to note that engine modifications are highly risky. A slight mistake can damage the engine or even lead to serious safety incidents.
Recently, I saw someone asking if a refrigerated container can be converted into a refrigerated truck. I have to say something about this. I've been in the transportation business for nearly ten years, and I had the same idea at first, but later realized it's not feasible. The refrigerated container itself doesn't have a refrigeration system, and installing a compressor would cost a fortune. The key issue is that vehicle modifications must be reported to the vehicle management office, and illegal modifications can result in the vehicle being impounded if caught. The insulation layer of a regular refrigerated container is only 5 cm thick, while standard refrigerated trucks have a sandwich structure with over 10 cm of insulation, which can't withstand temperature fluctuations during long-distance summer trips. If you want to save money, it's better to rent a refrigerated truck—the cost of modification is enough to cover two years of rental, and you won't have to worry about vehicle inspections.
