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-paid. This simple policy has nearly eliminated the problem. Technician Compensation Technicians need to progressively earn more money as they mature. Both younger techs and experienced master techs are needed in our particular business. But too many of one type will hurt your gross profit. Both types of technicians are needed, but a repair shop
Balancing for Bucks
Balancing For Bucks So what if a line haul driver can’t feel the vibration? Taking a pass on balancing truck tires is a big mistake for fleets, for drivers and, ultimately, for dealers. Following the flow of technology is going to help your fleet customers. That’s the trend. If you save them money, they love
Cause and Effect
Cause and Effect Finding Reasons For Irregular Wear Saves Downtime and Money What causes a tire to develop an irregular wear pattern? Often, the answer depends on axle position and the conditions under which the tire operates. Most uneven tread wear conditions on drive and trailer axle tires are usually attributed to improper inflation pressure.
Sensible Safety
For most in the commercial trucking business, the first couple months of the year are typically less hectic than several of the preceding months and, therefore, is a good time for reflection. The old saying "made it through another one" begins to evolve from a trite expression to an air of determination, resolve and grit.
Torque and Re-torque
Torque and Re-torque Although we usually discuss tires and tire-related issues in this column, this month’s subject is the next closest thing – wheels. Specifically some important guidelines for remounting tire/wheel assemblies. What’s so different or difficult, you may ask, about the simple task of mounting a wheel on a medium or heavy-duty highway truck?
Serving the Servants: Hard Work and Supplier Support Can Bring In The Business
Serving the Servants Hard Work and Supplier Support Can Bring In The Business In one of his TV commercials, a Northeast Ohio tire dealer tells a story about a customer who completely abuses his vehicle. The customer is always "tromping on the accelerator," and he "probably is always on the brakes," the dealer laments. The
Size Isn’t All That Matters
e and the increased inflation pressure required to support that load. Similar differences can be found on some applications of sizes 11R22.5 Load Range H and the more popular Load Range G version, and with the Load Range G vs. F versions of a 245/70R19.5. Generally, the wheels used for these tire sizes are designed
Run-Flats For Trucks?
Run-Flats For Trucks? Tires for passenger cars have become so dependable that many drivers take for granted the day-after-day performance and trouble-free miles they deliver. This fact was driven home to me recently when a friend related that neither of his teenage daughters had ever changed a flat tire. The two teens had a combined
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TIA Looks Ahead: Merger Complete; Consumer Education, Technician Training Now The Priorities
Merger Complete; Consumer Education, Technician Training Now The Priorities