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Bleed down test with an automatic truck

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by jpsldaddy, Mar 31, 2015.

  1. Mar 31, 2015 #1
    jpsldaddy

    jpsldaddy Bobtail Member

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    I know how to do a bleed down with a manual truck. My question is in regard to the part where you put the truck in gear and shut it off to start bleeding down the air. How do you do this with an automatic? Are you able to shut an automatic off in gear? Thanks drivers!
     
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  3. Mar 31, 2015 #2
    ColoradoGreen

    ColoradoGreen Heavy Load Member

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    Use a couple wheel chocks and leave it in neutral
     
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  4. Mar 31, 2015 #3
    Dye Guardian

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    We're talking about an air loss test as part of your pre-trip? I was taught to use chocks and be in neutral even in a manual tractor. So X2 on what ColoradoGreen said.
     
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  5. Mar 31, 2015 #4
    RustyBolt

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    Or if you're in Indiana, park with your tires in one of their bottomless potholes. Of course, you may need a tow truck to get out. So, maybe just use the wheel chock idea.
     
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  7. Mar 31, 2015 #5
    Pmracing

    Pmracing Road Train Member

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    My tires have made pretty decent size depressions in the asphalt where I park. It holds it quite firmly.

    In winter I have to make sure I do not park in them or will get frozen in! Hahahaa

    Mikeeee
     
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  8. Mar 31, 2015 #6
    ChromeDome

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    If no chocks do it twice. Once for the trailer and once for the tractor.
     
    ChromeDome, Mar 31, 2015
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    Pmracing Thanks this.
  9. Mar 31, 2015 #7
    HotH2o

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    Oh boy.....
     
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