TRP Aftermarket Parts debuts with spring brake chamber

TRP Aftermarket Parts debuts with spring brake chamber

TRP Aftermarket Parts said it is introducing a spring brake chamber manufactured for use in all Class 6, 7 and 8 trucks, trailers and buses. The spring brake chamber is available from TRP authorized Kenworth and Peterbilt parts and service distributors, throughout North America and is the first of a series of aftermarket products available for all make of trucks, trailers and buses, the company said, adding that TRP will continue to roll out products this year and into 2010.

TRP Aftermarket Parts said it is introducing a spring brake chamber manufactured for use in all Class 6, 7 and 8 trucks, trailers and buses.
 
The spring brake chamber is available from TRP authorized Kenworth and Peterbilt parts and service distributors, throughout North America and is the first of a series of aftermarket products available for all make of trucks, trailers and buses, the company said, adding that TRP will continue to roll out products this year and into 2010.
 
The spring brake chamber was carefully tested and selected for high performance and reliability before receiving the TRP stamp of approval, the company noted.
 
TRP said features include:
•    Epoxy-coated steel power springs for longer life and highly resistant to corrosion from road salts, chemicals and other contaminants.
•    Highly polished chrome-plated internal push rod prevents internal seal wear.
•    10-gauge reinforced stud mounting housing provides exceptional strength.
•    Stroke indicator helps the operator determine accurately when the brakes need adjustment or replacement.
•    Heavy-duty, synthetic rubber diaphragms provide high resistance to abrasion and contaminants found in pressurized air.

The spring brake chamber has been thoroughly tested at state-of-the-art facilities to meet or exceed original equipment specifications, the company said. TRP Aftermarket Parts for trucks, trailers and buses are available through a network of authorized retailers that include Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF dealerships around the world.

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