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Automatic Transmission Maintenance Guide The lifespan of a vehicle’s automatic transmission ranges wildly, with some requiring replacement at 100,000 miles, and others lasting for over 300,000. That difference more than doubles the life of a... Mar 27, 2025 Tech Tips
Your Complete Guide to Air Brake Troubleshooting Roughly 26,400 vehicle accidents each year are caused by faulty brakes. Fortunately, it's simple to avoid ending up as one of those statistics. As you drive a truck, bus, or similar heavy-duty vehicl... Jan 2, 2025 Tech Tips
Hydraulic Fluid Issues: Symptoms, Causes, and More * Hydraulic fluid is vital to keep a dump truck, tow truck, or any other heavy-duty vehicle with a hydraulic lift system functioning. * In this guide, the experts at Point Spring & Driveshaft Co. an... Jan 2, 2025 Tech Tips
Common Diesel Particulate Filter Problems and What to Do About Them The average, working diesel particulate filter (DPF) reduces air-polluting particulate matter emissions by 95%, improves a truck engine’s longevity and performance, and keeps drivers in compliance wit... Dec 19, 2024 Tech Tips
5 Reasons for Diesel Oxidation Catalyst Failure In 2011, an investigation conducted by the Washington State Fire Department linked a truck's DPF failure to one of the biggest fires in the state. Over 3,600 acres of land burned, destroying over 100 ... Dec 19, 2024 Tech Tips
Pass Your Inspection: An Overview of Each DOT Truck Inspection Checklist ** Pass Your Inspection: An Overview of Each DOT Truck Inspection Checklist ** The Department of Transportation (DOT) requires all commercial drivers to undergo routine inspections. These inspections ... Nov 18, 2024 Tech Tips
7 Signs Your Driveshaft is Unbalanced **7 Signs Your Driveshaft is Unbalanced** The driveshaft is essential in any vehicle, whether you drive a compact sedan or a massive commercial motor vehicle. It transfers torque from the transmissio... Nov 11, 2024 Tech Tips
How To Measure a Drive Shaft Final Merriman How To Measure A Drive Shaft** Analysts calculated the value of the global automotive driveshaft market: $32B. Not bad for a rotating tube! But what makes them so valuable? The short answer? Drive... Nov 4, 2024 Tech Tips
What Is A Driveline Final Merriman An efficient driveline pays incredible dividends. But an inefficient one will cost you. Researchers at the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory discovered that optimizing the driveline of heavy-duty ... Oct 28, 2024 Tech Tips
What is Axle Sleeving? Exploring its Benefits for Longevity and Efficiency **What is Axle Sleeving, and What are the Benefits?** Axle sleeving is a mechanical process that helps reinforce or repair an axle by fitting it with an extra metal sleeve. It’s a common practice in ... Oct 21, 2024 Tech Tips
Decoding Allison Transmission Fault Codes: What You Need to Know **Understanding Allison Transmission Fault Codes** Allison Transmissions are known for their durability and performance, so it’s no surprise that they’re a popular pick for commercial trucks, buses, ... Oct 14, 2024 Tech Tips