by webbiesmechanical | Jul 16, 2025 | From the Workshop Floor
Sometimes it’s not the big hills or heavy loads that cause trouble — it’s the unexpected things right in front of you. This customer was out on a rural delivery run, hauling a tautliner behind their white Mercedes-Benz truck, when they came across a fallen tree across...
by webbiesmechanical | Jul 14, 2025 | From the Workshop Floor
This Kenworth SAR came to us with a frustrating miss. It would idle just fine, but the moment you put your foot down — it coughed and spluttered. We got to work, checking for air in the fuel (all clear). Next step? Vacuum pressure. And that’s where things got...
by webbiesmechanical | Jul 11, 2025 | From the Workshop Floor
When replacing a diff, we never rely solely on the tag or what it’s labelled as — and here’s why: 🔍 Tags can be wrong. Over time, parts get swapped, tags go missing, or the wrong info gets stamped.🔍 Labels fade or get reused. Especially in older trucks or second-hand...
by webbiesmechanical | Jul 9, 2025 | From the Workshop Floor
When this white Western Star rolled in for a last-minute yearly accreditation, the owner thought it’d be a quick tick-and-flick. Instead, we handed them an A4 page of issues — worn bushes, blown lights, oil leaks, and more. Their reaction? “But it’s been serviced at...
by webbiesmechanical | Jul 7, 2025 | From the Workshop Floor
Ever wondered how we spot a failing water pump before it causes major damage? Check out our quick video where we show you exactly where to look — including the telltale weep hole that gives the game away. During a visual inspection (with the pump still on the truck),...
