In order for the gears to mesh, there has to be a break in power, while letting off the accelerator and pulling the gear at the right rpm may work for you in the cab, there's damage going on that you are not able to...
The radiator is a critical part of the cooling system, it helps remove heat from the engine, through tubes cooled by road and fan air. But problems can occur and lead to leaks and overheating, such as road vibration, which can cause tube-to-header leaks. An older...
Here are a few safety tips to keep in mind for your tow truck equipment. 1. Inspect your winch cable often, if you notice breaking strands or pinching - shorten your wire rope to a fresh point or replace the cable. Use hooks and clamps that...
There are two main clutch types that are used and each one has it's own adjustment procedure. The most common today is the pull-type, on smaller and older trucks had push-type. Let's start with the push-type because more people are used to this procedure: Most push...
If you have oil hubs on your trailer or front steering axle, it's a good idea to walk around and check them before you head out on your trip and again when you get back. If any of them are low or the inside of...
A few things to check out before hitting the road: Check the brake shoe lining, this is easier on trailers because most trucks have dust shields. First, make sure the brake lining is thicker than 1/4" and that there are no cracks or separation from the...
As with spring ride suspension and other heavy-duty components, the air ride suspension takes a beating and becomes worn out and fails. Some of the things to inspect on your suspension are: The bushings, check to see if they are starting to crack or perhaps...
Checking your air brake adjustment from time to time is a good idea, everything after 94 has automatic slack adjusters which cannot be replaced by the manual adjust type. After some years of service, the automatic slack adjuster may lose its alignment due to brake...
For most of us adding lights to our trucks, is a way of customizing, creating a unique look, and being seen. Some only want the bare minimum, because with more lights comes higher maintenance. As for myself, I like lights :) If you're thinking of adding...
