Avoid Trailer Repair with these Semi Winterization Tips

What can you do to keep your semi out of the trailer repair shop this winter? You can prepare your Fontaine trailer for winter weather challenges with a bit of semi winterization. Fall preventative maintenance ensures safety and reliability, reducing the likelihood of unexpected maintenance issues that could leave you stranded roadside in the cold.

 Complete these Tasks to Keep Your Rig Running Smoothly Through the Winter

 ●       Test your battery and charging system
Cold weather is tough on batteries, making them work harder to generate the energy to keep your truck running smoothly. This fall, check yours for signs of weakness, including a deformed case, fluid leakage, and corrosion. Be sure to have your battery voltage tested, replacing it if necessary to prevent late deliveries and the need for mobile trailer repair. Have your alternator tested as well to ensure lasting performance.

●       Ensure tires are properly inflated
Check the tires on your Mac trailer before each shift throughout the winter. Adjusting tire pressure for cold temperatures should be part of your regular fleet trailer maintenance routine. Remember: for every 10 degrees F the temperature falls, tire pressure drops about 2psi (in a 100psi tire). Lower pressure increases friction, leading to higher fuel costs and eventually tread separation and blowouts.

●       Make sure your oil and fuel blends are suitable winter weather
Plan an oil change early in the season, making sure you have the right viscosity oil to manage operation in chillier temperatures. To prevent diesel fuel from turning waxy when temperatures drop, choose fuel with a high cetane rating, keeping anti-gel additives on-hand.

●       Check your air dryer
Your air dryer is essential in winter weather, preventing water from freezing in your brake lines. Be sure to regularly check it, ensuring it is operating properly to avoid unexpected winter brake problems.

●       Replace wipers with sturdier winter blades
Winter blades are designed to stop ice from freezing onto components, remaining soft and flexible even in freezing conditions so you can rest assured you’ll always have a clear view of the road.

 Don’t let the cold weather leave you shivering roadside waiting on semi-trailer repair. Put a freeze on unexpected trailer maintenance issues with preventative maintenance from Ainsworth Trailer Repair. Our trailer repair “fast lanes” deliver quality service in hours, not days, quickly tackling your winter trailer maintenance tasks and getting you back on your way. Contact us to schedule winter preventative maintenance for your Great Dane trailer or any other trailer today.

 

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Why Sign Up for a Preventative Trailer Maintenance Program?

Should you sign up for a preventative maintenance program – or do it yourself? Preventive maintenance trailer repairs keep your Stoughton trailer operating at peak performance. When it’s all on you, however, it’s easy for your to-do list to get away from you. Before you know it, you could suffer a major breakdown. That’s why we recommend our preventative maintenance plans to help you take a load off and keep your truck in tip-top condition. They really pay off, helping you avoid fines, ensure timely deliveries, and uphold the value of your tractor-trailer. 

Preventive Fleet Trailer Maintenance Means Fewer Repairs

Regular fleet trailer maintenance and inspections at our trailer repair shop reduce the likelihood you’ll need emergency mobile trailer repair services. We offer a variety of preventative maintenance services to keep your Wabash National truck roadworthy and safe, including:

●       Oil, lube, and filter services
Routine oil changes are the most cost-effective way to prolong the life of your engine. We provide fast oil, lube, and filter services, ensuring the lasting performance of your hauler.

●       Cooling system services
From engine coolant and radiator issues to refrigeration systems, we are equipped to handle all of your cooling system service needs. 

●       Brake maintenance
Our trailer brake repair experts ensure your safety on the road, monitoring brake fluid levels, replacing worn pads and discs, lubricating drum brakes, and carefully calibrating air brake systems.

●       Alignment & tires
Maximize performance, making the most out of your tire investment with routine tire balancing and alignments. Tires that are in good condition respond better in challenging situations, providing better traction, more responsive braking, and better handling for your Champion trailer. 

●       Air conditioning and heating system repair
Our trailer repair experts will make sure your heating and air system is operating properly, so you can remain safe and comfortable on the road.

●       DOT and customer inspections
We are a licensed provider of DOT safety inspections, ensuring all parts of your tractor-trailer work safely and properly in compliance with regulations.

●       And much more…
Don’t see the service you need? Just ask. You’d be surprised what our knowledgeable team can handle.

Are you putting off preventative maintenance because you don’t have the time? Let Ainsworth Trailer Repair handle it for you. Our trailer repair express lanes and wide selection of in-stock parts ensure you’re in, out, and on your way. Contact us to sign up for a proactive monthly maintenance plan today.

 This article was previously published at: http://www.trailerrepairdenver.com/fleet-trailer-maintenance/sign-preventative-trailer-maintenance-program/