Release hooks on dump truck.

Discussion in 'Tanker, Bulk and Dump Trucking Forum' started by Sometrucker, Apr 19, 2017.

  1. Apr 19, 2017 #1
    Sometrucker

    Sometrucker Bobtail Member

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    The drivers side release hook to roll the rear box into the trailer( on a transfer truck) won't release.
    It's air controlled and when I hit the botton I hear movement but no unhooky.
    I don't hear any air leaks. Any advice?
     
    Sometrucker, Apr 19, 2017
    Sometrucker, Apr 19, 2017
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  3. Apr 19, 2017 #2
    Big Don

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    Could it be jammed with debris. Rocks etc? Does it look like it is bent or damaged?
     
    Big Don, Apr 19, 2017
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  4. May 3, 2017 #3
    RET423

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    It sounds like the rod is jammed in the air pot or the linkage to the prop on that hook has fallen off, prevent the pad from falling forward and letting the hook fall.

    Hit the rod up and down with a hammer, if it is jammed that will free it from the groove it is lodged in. If the prop is not falling manually lower it before you release the air to get the box free.
     
    RET423, May 3, 2017
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  5. May 3, 2017 #4
    Big Don

    Big Don "Old Fart"

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    Any thing new on this? Is it resolved, and if so, what was the problem?
     
    Big Don, May 3, 2017
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