Last week the truck I had went in the repair shop because I couldn't change to low range unless it was warmed up. Unfortunately the cylinder that changes the selected range was rusty and will only change after it is running for a while. I was informed by the mechanics it is because no one drains the air and the condensation caused the rust. I was issued the truck with over 800,000 miles.
But now the company I drive for has provided me a different truck with only 155,000 miles. But it is automatic and I can not find the owner's manual anywhere. So I am wondering if I should incorporate the process of draining the air tanks on this truck when I do my post trip?
Also if you or anyone you know plans on buying a used Freightliner with a standard transmission. Tell them to check the truck facts. If there is such a service. I don't know if checking the engine on one of those machines is capable of identifying a rusty transmission.
Do you drain the air tanks during post trip?
Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by Lab work, Feb 24, 2020.
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Dealers choice when you drain them during the shift. Pick a time when it works for you and stay with it.
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Needs a new air dryer cartridge. I drain my air tanks out of curiosity once every 3 months or so and nothing ever comes out.
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I forget most of the time and hardly anything comes out when I do remember.
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I drain if super cold. Drain occasionally the rest of time.
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I meant that I drain right away after stopping if it is going to be super cold.
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