Even though winter is still in full swing here in Michigan, it's never too early to prepare for spring. With that in mind, here are some helpful tips for truckers to get get ready for the months ahead.
Tune-Up & Tires
Two items semi truck repair mechanics will frequently recommend with changing seasons are tires and “tune-up” repairs. It's important to make sure your engine is running smooth and that tires which have endured a rough winter have been replaced for the upcoming season.
Truckers should never underestimate the importance of a finely tuned engine and fresh tires, as these can lead to big time and money savings if done on a regular, scheduled basis.
Hoses
In colder weather, hoses tend to expand and contract more rapidly due to the temperature differences inside and outside the engine. This can often cause hoses to suffer damage or even need immediate replacement. As winter winds down, it's a great time to have a mechanic inspect your truck's hoses to ensure that no leaks, cracks or other “winter wear” has caused a problem which could be very expensive if left unchecked.
These may be the most crucial items on a trucker's “spring cleaning” checklist, but they are certainly not the only components worth inspecting, you should also take a look at the exterior and give it a quick wash if it's dirty, some people don't have the time to wash their trailer that's why it's a good idea to join an unlimited car wash club to have experts handle the dirty work. Truck & Trailer Mobile Repair can perform a preventative maintenance checkup on your truck or trailer to make sure you are ready for spring!
Want to schedule your preventative maintenance with T & T Mobile Repair? Call us today at (866) 930-9037 or (810) 875-1535!
