Truck Has Been Parked for 3 Years, Getting Back On The Road

Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by SupraTransport, Mar 18, 2015.

  1. kw600

    kw600 Road Train Member

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    Also don't forget to input those miles you drove around the yard into your IFTA. Remember, uncle Sam will ask how the odometer changed sitting for 3 years
     
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  3. dca

    dca Road Train Member

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    If you havent already taken notice, wiring - harness's, its amazing how what and where rodents get into.. Nests
     
  4. damutt

    damutt Road Train Member

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    air bags.sleeper and axle
     
  5. Ezrider_48501

    Ezrider_48501 Road Train Member

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    basically pay close attention to all your "soft parts" rubber belts hoses ect. a fresh fluid change on everything would be a good idea as well
     
  6. Brandonpdx

    Brandonpdx Road Train Member

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    I don't know if fuel goes bad but it might be after that long. I'd change the filter(s) after a couple fill ups and probably change the oil and oil filter too. check the coolant with the test strips.
     
  7. SupraTransport

    SupraTransport Bobtail Member

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    You guys are the best! I know gasoline goes bad I think diesel doesn't but those will be changed out regardless.
     
  8. FLATBED

    FLATBED Road Train Member

    Check your fuel tanks for ALGAE it is not real ALGAE but a mix of tank sludge and the jelly, slime and other contaminants found in fuel it will foul up the filters and lines if it gets bad enough
     
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