Well I think it took 7 minutes. It was by far one of the easiest repairs I have ever made. Wish i would have had the part with me while on the...
I just got home tonight so first thing tomorrow I will change out the turbo valve. Thanks to everyone.
Am I missing something - The turbo valve is only held in place but a snap ring - remove that valve comes out make sure the hole is clean, lube...
Hey there - My 07 780 Volvo just developed this issue yesterday. When the air pressure drops down to 95 /100 psi to kick the compressor in. There...
Thanks I have a issues that pops up once in a while. You might know or be able to point me in the right direction. Only happens at take off or...
Has anyone replaced one? How bad of a job is it? The plastic clip that locks onto the metal arm coming out of the column is worn / cracked. It...
I actually float the gears because after 20 plus years as a carpenter my left knee tells me it likes it that way. Although I do find my self...
You will learn how to double clutch in your class. For the test you will also need to show the tester that you shift by double clutching. Once you...
I'm an o/o and recently I was at the Sumter Yard picking up some paper. All I can say about them is VERY NICE people to deal with. Everyone I came...
Very valid points. Especially the on duty time - that slipped my mind. The synthetic gear lube adds up quick. One shop here actually quoted it by...
Good Idea with the dates at miles on the filters! Unfortunately around here there are no shops open on the weekends. And the freight we are taking...
Hey what do you guys think - I can get Lucas products locally for the trans and diffs. I was going to use Shell Rotella T for motor oil. I have...
Does anyone have a list of companies that are looking for Power Only Owner Operators? Looking for options compared to the OTR gig I am doing...
What decent companies are bringing on Owner Operators right now for the Texas / Oklahoma oil field type work? What areas of Texas / Oklahoma are...
Thanks for all of the input so far! I actually don't mind doing the service work. I enjoy getting my hands in there. Our truck is ran as a team...
Even though your / my plates are apportioned for 48 states at 80k. Oregon has their own entrance prize (permit). Needless to say I have $435...
We I made the leap from a company man back to being self employed. So now that I am a truck owner I have some maintenance questions - Here's what...