Wrecker Body Transfer & Installation In Southern California
Professional wrecker body removal and installation on a new chassis — boom, underlift, hydraulic system, controls, and all wiring handled in-house at our Pomona shop. Serving towing companies and owner-operators across LA, San Bernardino, Orange & Riverside Counties. Free estimates.
Wrecker Body Transfer — Moving Your Investment To A Platform That Has A Future
A wrecker body — the boom, underlift, hydraulic system, and all the equipment that makes a wrecker a wrecker — represents a significant investment. When the chassis under that body has run its course, the body doesn't have to go with it. A wrecker body transfer moves your working, proven equipment to a new chassis, preserving the investment and giving it a new service life without the cost of a complete new truck.
Wrecker body transfers are more complex than they might appear. The body needs to come off cleanly, the new chassis needs to be prepared correctly, the subframe may need modification to match the body's mounting requirements, and every system — hydraulic, electrical, controls — needs to be reconnected and verified before the truck goes back to work. Done right, following NTEA wrecker and recovery vehicle upfitting standards, a wrecker body transfer produces a truck that operates as well as a new build at a fraction of the cost. Done wrong, it produces problems that show up on the first heavy recovery.
At Quik Tow Repair we handle wrecker body transfers for all wrecker body types — light-duty, medium-duty, heavy-duty, and integrated units. Every system involved in the transfer is handled in-house at our Pomona shop. We also use the transfer as an opportunity to inspect the body's hydraulic and structural components while they're accessible — catching issues that are difficult to see with the body mounted on a chassis.
Wrecker Body Transfer At A Glance
- CoversAll wrecker body types — light to heavy duty
- SystemsBody, hydraulic, PTO, electrical, controls
- SubframeModification included if needed
- InspectionBody inspected during transfer
- Timeline1–2 weeks depending on configuration
- Service LocationPomona, CA Shop
- Service AreaAll 4 SoCal Counties
What A Wrecker Body Transfer Covers
Every system involved in the transfer is handled in-house. Here is what the project covers from start to finish.
01🏗 Body Removal & Documentation
Systematic removal of the wrecker body from the old chassis — documenting every mounting point, hydraulic connection, and wiring route before anything is disconnected. We photograph and record the complete configuration so the reinstallation on the new chassis is based on accurate reference, not guesswork.
- › Full configuration documentation before removal
- › Hydraulic system drain and line disconnection
- › Electrical and controls system disconnection
- › Body lifting and removal from chassis
- › Component inventory and inspection during removal
02🔧 New Chassis Preparation & Subframe
The new chassis needs to be prepared to receive the wrecker body — frame width confirmation, subframe fabrication or adaptation, mounting point preparation, and PTO compatibility check. We identify and address any chassis-to-body mismatches before the body goes on, not after.
- › Frame width and wheelbase confirmation
- › PTO compatibility check with new transmission
- › Subframe fabrication or modification if needed
- › Mounting point drilling and reinforcement
- › Alignment baseline before body installation
03🏗 Body Mounting & Structural Welding
The wrecker body is positioned on the new chassis, aligned correctly, and secured — with structural welding at mounting points that require it. We verify body position, boom centerline, and underlift alignment before final mounting. The body needs to be on straight — a misaligned wrecker body affects every lift it makes.
- › Body positioning and alignment verification
- › Boom centerline and underlift alignment check
- › Structural welding at mounting points
- › Body mount torque and verification
- › Post-mount geometry check
04💧 Hydraulic System Reconnection
The complete hydraulic system — pump, PTO connection, lines, valves, cylinders, and reservoir — is reconnected on the new chassis. We route lines correctly for the new chassis geometry, replace any lines that don't fit the new routing, flush the system, and pressure-test all circuits before any function testing.
- › PTO and pump reconnection
- › Hydraulic line routing and reconnection
- › Line replacement where routing changes
- › System flush and fluid refill
- › Full pressure and flow test after reconnection
05⚡ Electrical & Controls Reconnection
The full electrical system — body controls, remote system, lighting harness, and strobe wiring — is reconnected on the new chassis. We route wiring cleanly through the new chassis, verify all circuits, and test every control function before sign-off.
- › Complete electrical documentation before transfer
- › Clean harness routing on new chassis
- › Controls panel and remote reconnection
- › Lighting and strobe system reconnection
- › Full electrical and controls test
06📋 Body Inspection During Transfer
When the wrecker body is off the chassis, structural and hydraulic components that are normally inaccessible become visible and inspectable. We inspect boom structural welds, cylinder condition, hydraulic line wear, underlift components, and body frame integrity during every transfer — flagging anything that needs attention before it becomes a problem on a recovery job.
- › Boom structural weld inspection
- › Cylinder seal and rod condition check
- › Hydraulic line wear and routing inspection
- › Underlift and body frame inspection
- › Written inspection report — separate from transfer estimate
Why SoCal Operators Choose Quik Tow Repair For Wrecker Body Transfers
All Wrecker Types
Light-duty, medium-duty, heavy-duty, and integrated wrecker bodies. We understand the specific mounting requirements, hydraulic configurations, and subframe needs of each type.
All Systems In-House
Body transfer, hydraulic reconnection, electrical wiring, subframe fabrication — all in our Pomona shop. No coordinating between multiple shops for different systems.
Body Inspection Included
We inspect the wrecker body during transfer when components are accessible. You get a written inspection report covering boom condition, cylinder seals, hydraulic lines, and structural welds — things you can't easily check with the body on the truck.
Full Documentation
Complete documentation of the full transfer and post-installation verification. Accepted for insurance, DOT, and resale purposes.
Preserve Your Investment
A quality wrecker body is worth preserving. We help you get more service life from proven equipment rather than buying a complete new truck when the chassis is the problem.
Fleet Projects
Fleet operators doing multiple transfers get coordinated project scheduling, consistent documentation, and volume pricing across the fleet.
How A Wrecker Body Transfer Works At Our Shop
From first call to driving away on the new chassis — here is the full process.
Call 888-628-4008. Describe the wrecker body type, the old chassis situation, and the target chassis. We confirm compatibility and scope before both chassis come in.
Both chassis at our shop. We assess the body, inspect the new chassis, confirm subframe requirements, and present a detailed written estimate covering full scope and timeline.
No work without written approval. We remove, inspect, prepare the new chassis, mount, reconnect all systems, and update you at key milestones.
Every system verified — hydraulic under load, all controls, lighting, strobes, chassis geometry. Complete documentation package provided. Road tested before pickup.
Wrecker Body Transfers For Towing Companies & Owner-Operators
Towing Companies & Fleets
Fleet operators with a working wrecker body on a worn-out chassis have a real asset to preserve. We assess honestly, estimate accurately, and execute the transfer with priority scheduling and full documentation for fleet records and insurance.
- ✓Priority scheduling on fleet transfer projects
- ✓Honest assessment before commitment
- ✓Body inspection report during transfer
- ✓Full documentation for fleet records
- ✓Volume pricing for multiple transfers
- ✓Coordinated scheduling to minimize downtime
Owner-Operators
Your wrecker body is worth more than the chassis under it. We transfer it to a new platform correctly — all systems reconnected, body inspected during the process, and everything verified before pickup.
- ✓Phone consultation before both chassis come in
- ✓Written estimate before any work
- ✓Body inspected during transfer
- ✓All systems reconnected in-house
- ✓Full documentation on completion
- ✓Road tested before pickup
Wrecker Body Transfers Across SoCal
Our Pomona shop handles wrecker body transfer projects for towing companies and owner-operators across all four Southern California counties.
Also serving: Pomona · Ontario · Rancho Cucamonga · Fontana · Chino · San Bernardino · Riverside · Upland · Anaheim · Santa Ana
Related Equipment Swap Services
Wrecker body transfer is one part of the equipment swap family. These related services cover the rest.
01🔄 Tow Rig Chassis Swap
- › Full equipment transfer including wrecker body, hydraulics, and all systems
- › Complete swap handled in-house at our Pomona shop
02📦 Rollback Bed Transfer
- › Rollback bed transfer to a new chassis
- › Hydraulics, wiring, and subframe handled in-house
03🔧 Towing Equipment Transfer
- › General equipment relocation and transfer projects
- › Toolboxes, strobes, winches, and accessories moved and rewired
04💧 Hydraulic, PTO & Cylinder
- › Full hydraulic system service — part of every wrecker body transfer
- › Pump, PTO, cylinder, and valve repair in-house
05🔥 Tow Truck Welding
- › Structural welding — subframe work and body mounting on every transfer
- › AWS-standard welding handled in-house
Wrecker Body Transfer — Frequently Asked Questions
Wrecker Body Worth Keeping? We'll Move It To A New Chassis.
Call us to discuss your project. We assess compatibility, handle every system in-house, and inspect the body during the transfer. Free consultation, written estimate before any work.