If you like to work on your own vehicles instead of taking them to a mechanic, you need to have knowledge about basic auto parts. We aren't professionals either but we do know enough to make minor repairs on our vehicles. We've learned what we know by talking to mechanics and reading books on auto repair.
We've written this auto parts blog to give you basic information about various car parts and how they work. We'll also tell you the signs to look for when a part is going bad. We think that you'll find our blog helpful and informative whenever you need to fix your vehicle.
How Roadside Truck Services Can Help You
Trucks are an essential part of the infrastructure of the country, and keeping your truck running is crucial if you are going to make a living. Having the ability to call for service and have someone come to help you can save a lot of time and help keep your truck on the road.
Tire Repairs
Sometimes, simple repairs are not simple on a truck because of the size of the vehicles and the parts involved. Something as simple as changing a flat tire can become an all-day project on a loaded truck and trailer because trucks simply do not have the tools with them to raise the truck or change the tire.
The tire on a large truck can weigh well over a hundred pounds, and if the flat is an inside tire on the dual tire setup, both tires need to come off to get to the one that needs repair. A roadside truck services company can come out with the proper tools and equipment on their truck to jack up and support the truck, remove the tires and make the repair on the sport for you.
For trucks without a spare tire, the service company may need to bring a new tire to you, so be sure to let them know the situation when you call for service so they have everything required to do the job when they arrive at your location. Once the repair is made, you can get back on the road right away and complete the delivery.
Starting Problems
Drivers often like to leave their trucks running, especially in cold weather, but more and more states are limiting the time a diesel engine can sit and idle as a way to reduce engine emissions. Sometimes, that can result in a truck that does not want to start after sitting overnight in the cold, and without the right tools, the driver may need some help to get the truck started.
A truck services company can come to the truck and look it over for you. The technician may be able to quickly assess and find the problem right on the spot, saving the driver the cost and time of a tow. If the truck is just cold, many times, the tech will have a booster for the batteries and give the truck a little shot of ether or starting fluid to help fire the engine.
If the problem is more extensive, the truck services company may not be able to fix the truck onsite, and they may need to tow the truck to the shop to fix it for you.
Contact a company like A & B Truck Recycling for more information.