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    Changing the shocks on a truck

    I try to rotate when there is a 2/32 difference between right and left tread depths. When I do rotate I have the tires flipped on the wheels so they are running the same direction as they were originally. Since we run Michelin and they are a directional rotation tire. I also have them balanced...
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    Changing the shocks on a truck

    Bubble head, thanks for watching. Since it is a self locking nut on a 3/4" bolt, I left the torque setting on max. Just make sure they are tight. I'm sure there is a torque specification for a fastener like this but I did not look it up and I believe as long as you get it tight you won't have a...
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    Box Truck Etrack

    All the E-trac was factory installed except the third row from the bottom. I used the same type screws that were in the other rows. I bought the trac at a Utility trailer dealer who recommended the rivets, the rivet gun was $450.00, didn't want to spend the money for one project. We have a FRP...
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    For those considering Rigmaster...

    Our experience has been better than Highway Stars, we have 5959 hours on our RigMaster after 6 years. The replaced parts beyond normal service items ( belts, filters ) include, 2 engine speed sensors 1 condensor fan (my fault) 1 circuit board (my fault) 1 heater control unit 1 muffler...
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    Under Body Tool Boxes

    We have Sturdy Built boxes and have been very happy with them. Ours have been on the truck 5 1/2 years with no leaks. The best place to get them is at the Louisville truck show, good discounts there. We got and had them installed in St Charles Mo at Craftsman Industries, they are on 370 at exit...
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    OPS 1 Oil Savings

    CumaLongWay, thanks for the offer but we will be switching to the OPS-1 Ecopure system with the new truck, and we have enough supplies to get us through our life with our current truck. The guys at OPS-1 are very accommodating and if you gave them a call they may buy your systems and filters...
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    MotorKote or Marvel Mystery OIl

    Years ago when I managed the maintenance for a small fleet, I asked our oil distributor/supplier about additives and even though he sold them he told me that if I felt the need to add stuff to the oil to "make it better" I was buying the wrong oil. Do your research use the best oil for your...
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    Need advice Straight truck tires

    Running dual Michelins I would conceder the ZXA3 on the steers and on the drive axle. They have a low rolling resistance so they will help with fuel milage. If you would like to go with a lug type tire the XDA energy is a good choice but may be hard to find, if you have time have your local...
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