Tractor and Trailer Need Washing/Lube
Washing the truck for maintenance reasons requires a different approach than the :spit and polish" job aimed at
appearance. Let's face it, washing is expensive, especially when you insist on a good job. But a fair job done
frequently is wiser than an occasional job.
It helps to hose down the tractor in the back yard between trips if nothing else. The trouble areas should get the
lion's share of attention. Be sure to wash down the inside of frame rails, suspension hangers, springs and the
upper fifth wheel. These areas are prone to corrosion.
Proper lubrication helps in keeping the truck clean. It isn't true if a little grease is good, a lot is better. Surplus
grease only runs off - sometimes on the frame or axles where it can damage the wiring. Surplus grease catches
and holds dirt and grit. On the fifth wheel for example, these abrasives wear away the metal. When lubricating
the fifth wheel, clean off any old grease and apply a thin film of clean lubricant.
Washing the truck for maintenance reasons requires a different approach than the :spit and polish" job aimed at
appearance. Let's face it, washing is expensive, especially when you insist on a good job. But a fair job done
frequently is wiser than an occasional job.
It helps to hose down the tractor in the back yard between trips if nothing else. The trouble areas should get the
lion's share of attention. Be sure to wash down the inside of frame rails, suspension hangers, springs and the
upper fifth wheel. These areas are prone to corrosion.
Proper lubrication helps in keeping the truck clean. It isn't true if a little grease is good, a lot is better. Surplus
grease only runs off - sometimes on the frame or axles where it can damage the wiring. Surplus grease catches
and holds dirt and grit. On the fifth wheel for example, these abrasives wear away the metal. When lubricating
the fifth wheel, clean off any old grease and apply a thin film of clean lubricant.
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