Buying a used heavy truck always carries some risks – there is no guarantee that the heavy is accident-free, has real mileage, and was properly maintained. There may be some hidden problems or areas of concern. Here we are five things you should always check out before you purchase a used heavy truck or construction… Continue reading 5 Things to Check Out on a Used Heavy Truck
Mechanics Hub Reporters Aaron Winkler and Jacquie Tamaya meet with Allen Lackie from ECR Heavy Equipment & Construction Training who discusses their machine operator training programs.
The Cummins ISC Diesel Engine is a great performer, we have several in our fleet and they are a very durable diesel engine. As with any engine there are failures and in this case we experienced the oil level increasing to an over full condition. One test that told us it was fuel in the… Continue reading Cummins ISC Diesel Engine Fuel In Oil Repair
Mechanics Hub Reporters Aaron Winkler and Jacquie Tamaya meet with Jason Lanteigne from J.A. Larue, who deal with asphalt products and snow blower equipment.
One of our readers recently complained about a shady dealership mechanic trying to sell him on replacing his whole rear differential on his car for $3,800, when all he really needed was his fluids to get flushed for about $160. Jon says, “There was metal in the fluid and the gear was stripped. I looked… Continue reading What Are The Common Car Mechanic Scams?
Mechanics Hub Reporters Aaron Winkler and Jacquie Tamaya meet with Adam Friars from Wajax Power Systems who was showcasing several diesel engines on display.
Most of us carry our tool boxes, hydraulic jacks, spare tires and other car repair supplies inside our trunk so having grease stains is nothing new. The trunk is probably the part of the car that receives the least attention when cleaning. Unlike the cars body and the interior, the owner of the car is… Continue reading How To Remove Grease Stains Inside a Car Trunk
Diesel tractor engines have several advantages over their gasoline-powered counterparts. A diesel engine does not have the spark plugs, rotors or even a carburetor as a gasoline tractor does. This means less parts to wear out. These engines also offer better fuel economy. However, as with most heavy equipment, problems and breakdowns can and do… Continue reading How To Troubleshoot A Diesel Engine Tractor
Surviving the financial mess were in cant possibly be achieved by cutting expenses alone. Its going to take intelligent strategies and clever tactics … and probably a whole bunch of luck. Chances are, youve already trimmed your operation down to the bone anyway, and you might even have started that process years ago. So whats… Continue reading Survival Tactics