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The service that nearly killed a Mack…
Fresh from a service, this Mack shut down on the highway with no oil pressure. The sump plug had fallen out — completely stripped. We fixed it properly. Here’s what happened. The owner of this bonneted Mack thought everything was sorted. The truck had just come back...
How to Check for Play in Turntable Bushes 🔧🚛
Worn turntable bushes can cause poor trailer tracking, clunks, and unnecessary wear on other components. The good news? A quick check can tell you if yours need attention. Here’s how to do it:1️⃣ Secure the truck & trailer – Park on level ground, handbrake on, and...
White Smoke, Diesel in the Sump… and a Dropped Valve
It started like any other day on site — a water cart truck heading out along the gravel road, doing what it’s built to do. But before long, the driver noticed something off. First, white smoke pouring out of the exhaust.Then, a strange ticking sound from the engine...
What’s the Job of an Air Dryer? 💨🔧
The air dryer plays a crucial role in your truck’s air brake system. Its main job?👉 Remove moisture, oil, and contaminants from the compressed air before it enters your brake system. Why it matters:✅ Prevents rust and corrosion in air lines and valves✅ Stops freezing...
“Smoke, Screams & Seized Steel” – When a Turbo Turns Against You
It was supposed to be just another run up the highway — nothing out of the ordinary. The driver was cruising along in his prime mover when he noticed something strange out the mirrors. Smoke.A lot of it.Thick, grey, and pouring out of the stacks like a chimney on...
Is your truck slow to build air?
A driver started noticing their truck was taking longer than usual to build up air. Out on the road, it just couldn’t keep up. Then came the oil — blowing straight out of the air dryer filter. It wasn’t just a mess; it was a clear sign something was wrong. They...
Get to know us – Can our mechanics guess what fluid is in the cup!
Welcome to Another “Get to Know Our Mechanics” Video! 🎥🔧 This time, we’re putting our senses to the test — watch as the team tries to guess the fluid in the cups. Some are easy… others, not so much. We’ll let you in on a little secret: None of us got all 5 right. 😅...
Losing Air Faster Than You Can Build It? 💨🚛
If your truck’s struggling to hold air pressure, it could point to a major air leak — or a tired air compressor on its last legs. But not always. One of our recent customers came in with exactly that issue… and after a thorough check, we found the culprit: leaking...
“When Coolant Crashes the Fuel System” — A Breakdown with the Worst Smell in the Industry
It started like many breakdown calls do — a driver stuck on the side of the highway, steam rising from his Kenworth, frustrated and confused. The engine had shut down again from overheating, despite the coolant being topped right up. No obvious leaks. No pressure...
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