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In all cars and most trucks HYDRAULIC pressure is used to apply the brakes. In an air brake system such as is found on medium and heavy duty trucks the air is actually released to apply the brakes.
For brand new heavy duty trucks, try Heavy Duty Trucks USA. Trucks Junction and 1 Used Trucks both sell used heavy duty trucks online for a cheaper alternative.
On most cars and trucks you hafto beat the drum off
Slack adjusters are used to adjust for wear on s-cam brakes on heavy and medium sized trucks. A lever, connecting the brake chamber push rod with the foundation brake camshaft
The services offered by Freightliner trucks are the sale of heavy duty trucks, parts and service. They manufacture the chassis, heavy duty trucks and semi-trailers.
You can find heavy trucks anywhere from searching online to going into a car dealership/shop itself and looking around at different heavy trucks that they have available.
Thunders are good Independent trucks are good but are very heavy i don't think thunders have 20 dollar trucks and i wouldn't want heavy trucks
Depends on what type of brakes you have. On medium- and heavy duty commercial trucks with S-cam foundation brakes, you must have at least 4/32nds of thickness on two piece brake shoes at the center.
Here is a site with info on used heavy duty trucks and even trucks for sale: http://www.1usedtrucks.com/heavy_truck_subcategory.php. You can also check Craigslist for trucks in your area.
Heavy box trucks can be found in used car lots in rural areas. Also many manufactures like Ford carry a line of heavy box trucks for use on farms. Checking you local truck dealers will be the best way to find these trucks.
A diesel mechanic performs preventative maintenance and repairs on diesel engines and vehicles. He or she might specialize by working with large trucks and buses, passenger vehicles, or heavy machinery such as bulldozers, cranes, and tractors. Diesel mechanics are valued for their expert knowledge of brake systems, transmissions, and electronic components unique to diesel powered vehicles.
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