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Fifth wheel care
February 16, 2010
The Kenworth Customer Service Center offers a wealth of advice regarding fifth wheel care. First and foremost, think safety when you are inspecting yo...
Seal replacement, proper storage crucial
January 21, 2010
According to the seal experts at SKF, faulty installation is a common cause of seal failure, but the most common reason is using the incorrect seal ...
Improving brake performance
January 5, 2010
ArvinMeritor offers brake-related tips to help truck operators and maintenance technicians get better brake performance. The company reminds fleets ...
Increase uptime of air system components
November 18, 2009
Simple maintenance checks lead to increased uptime of air system components, according to manufacturer SKF.
Maintaining a clean, dry supply of com...
Truck tire repair saves money
November 3, 2009
Tires are one of the largest equipment expenses facing fleet equipment
managers, so it's important to get the longest life possible out them.
Retr...
Inspections, lubrication are keys to lift maintenance
November 3, 2009
Lifts provide access to vehicles, enabling technicians to get more work done in less time, to maximize productivity and profitability. Proper lift m...
Aftermarket warranty worries?
November 3, 2009
If you have concerns about warranties on aftermarket filters and mufflers, read on. According to the experts at Donaldson Co., there is no need to w...
Tweaks can reduce fuel consumption
November 3, 2009
Making a few small adjustments in day-to-day operations can yield big savings. Here are a few tips and techniques from Telargo, a provider of mobile...
Driving for fuel economy
November 3, 2009
Additech and the Joe Gibbs Racing champion crew chief Greg Zipadelli have some expert tips to help drivers improve fuel efficiency:
1. C...
Drive smart, not hard
November 3, 2009
According to the American Trucking Association’s Technology and Maintenance Council, an experienced driver, using the proper techniques, can ...
Sail through summer heat
November 3, 2009
Summer’s here and with it come the challenges that heat brings to your truck. Kenworth PremierCare Parts & Service recommends reviewing t...
Check-up for your electrical system
November 3, 2009
Battery woes are common in winter, but what the people in the battery business know is that summer weakens a battery. Heat is what really damages yo...
Toward a cleaner, greener fleet
November 3, 2009
The trucking fleet of the future — in all of its fuel efficient, low emissions, lead-free glory — isn’t as far away as you might th...
Drought, rainfall can affect coolant source water specs
November 3, 2009
According to Indianapolis-based Polaris Laboratories LLC (www.polarislabs.com), the most important factor in setting up a cooling system maintenance...
Prepare tires for winter driving
November 3, 2009
With temperatures continuing to dip and clouds beginning to form, it won’t be long ’til Old Man Winter’s wrath of rain, sleet, ...
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