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Will the Mechanic Listen to the Driver? The driver had a complaint. “When starting to move from a stop there is a considerable amount of jerk, then while shifting a pretty good slam (as the trailer moves forward). This happens any time the tractor slows down and then speeds up. As far as I can tell there is no side-to-side movement but front-to-back…” Check out our latest article to learn what the mechanic's response was: https://loom.ly/HgoIIsw #kingpin #fifthwheel #commercialtrucks #commercialtrailers #trucking

Driver Gets it Right and Mechanic is Misinformed Drivers often correctly identify a problem between the connection of their truck and a trailer when they hear a loud banging and can feel slop in the connection. Mechanics who are misinformed will tell drivers that what they are experiencing is normal!!! It’s NOT! Check out our latest article to learn what the specs are: https://loom.ly/HgoIIsw #kingpin #fifthwheel #commercialtrucks #commercialtrailers #trucking

Driver Gets it Right and Mechanic is Misinformed Drivers often correctly identify a problem between the connection of their truck and a trailer when they hear a loud banging and can feel slop in the connection. Mechanics who are misinformed will tell drivers that what they are experiencing is normal!!! It’s NOT! Check out our latest article to learn what the specs are: https://loom.ly/HgoIIsw #kingpin #fifthwheel #commercialtrucks #commercialtrailers #trucking

A Problem with the Connection Between a Truck and Trailer Did you know that thousands of truck drivers have a problem with the connection between their semi-truck and trailer? To make matters worse, when they question it, they are often told it is not a problem! What is the problem exactly? Check out our latest article to learn more: https://lnkd.in/gNnZiyZj #kingpin #fifthwheel #commercialtrucks #commercialtrailers #trucking

As a professional truck driver, performing a CDL pre-trip inspection is one of the most common and repeated tasks you will complete. Pre-trip inspections help truck drivers ensure their tractor and trailer are safe to operate before hitting the road. What is a pre-trip inspection? A pre-trip inspection includes checking over the tractor and trailer a truck driver will be operating. A pre-trip should be completed before the operation of a vehicle: ~At the beginning of a driver’s shift. ~Any time a new trailer is picked up. ~After a 10-hour break. Trailer PTI: 1. Front of trailer: Top rail: No cracks or collision damage. Clearance lights: Not broken, working properly. Registration: Not missing, readable. Document box: Not missing or loose. Air line/glad hands: No bulges or cuts in air lines, rubber grommets not damaged on glad hands. Electric hook up: No broken pins, cover intact. PM sticker: Current, legible. Height sticker: Legible, legal for route. Placard holder: Not broken or missing rivets. Tracking device: No cracks or collision damage. 2. Side of trailer: Top rail: Not cracked, no collision damage. Clearance light: Not broken, operational. Bottom light: Not cracked, no collision damage, no missing bolts. Landing gear: Legs straight, no broken welds in bracing, sand pads secured and clean handle in cradle. Reflector tape: Clean. Side panels: No holes or cuts, no missing rivets. 3. Rear of trailer: Latches: Secured, not damaged. Reflector tape: Clean. Lights: Not broken or missing, operational. Splash guard: Brackets and guard secured. License plate: Secure and clean, light is working. Bumper: Not damaged, no broken welds. Door hooks: Not loose, no missing bolts. Hinges: Not cracked, no missing bolts on both sides. Door seals: No separation, no rubber tubing sticking out. 4. Trailer suspension: Air line: No bulges or cuts, fittings are tight and not rubbing. Axle: Not bent or broken. Clevis pin/cotter key: Not missing. Slack adjuster: Proper angle, clevis pin and cotter pin intact. Brake linings: Minimum of ¼ inch thick, not cracked. Brake drum: Not cracked. Tire: (ABCs), tread depth = 2/32, air pressure = 110 PSI. Spring: Not broken, not shifted. Spring mount: No broken welds. U bolts: Not loose, not cracked. Torque rod: Secure mounting, bushings intact. Spring brake chamber: Secure mounting, band clamp secure. #trucking #expedite #OurRoadsOurSafety

Drivers, do your research. Before you agree to work for a company; talk to their drivers, read the fine print and find out what’s expected of you. We can’t tell you how many drivers we speak to that have been fed a line of crap by shady trucking companies, and by the time the driver figures it out, it’s too late. That won’t happen here. Find out why Bogler may be the best fit for you! Inquire at drive-wbt.com or call/text call/text Taylor at 573-502-3653, Heather at 573-825-8961 or Corey at 573-502-3563 . This will probably be the best call you’ve ever made. #trucking #truckdriver #bogler #woodybogler #bestdrivers #otr #enddump #dryvan #drivers #truckers #100yearsstrong

🚚 Safety Starts with Brakes 🚚 A thorough trailer brake inspection can mean the difference between a smooth delivery and a costly delay. Check out this insightful article from Today's Trucking to learn more! https://heyor.ca/QLhSUI #TruckNews #CandianTrucking

Considering a new road sweeper but unsure about CDL requirements and the concept of a "derated" chassis? Non-CDL vehicles with a GVWR of 26,000 or less do not require a commercial driver’s license, easing the pressure on contractors in the tight job market. The Non-CDL option vehicles, with a full rated payload capacity, are becoming more popular due to the rising demand for non-CDL options. Weight restrictions are now impacting purchasing decisions more than ever, Derated vehicles trying to fit the non-CDL segment only makes for a sweeper truck that cannot meet its full payload potential and in some cases burns more fuel than what should be acceptable in this market segment . Our ODRA-MT4H-Mechanical-Road-sweeper and ODRA-MS5H-Road-Sweeper are true non-CDL sweepers, offering larger payloads than competitors. The ODRA MT4H has a GVWR of 19,500 lbs., while the ODRA MS5H boasts a GVWR of 25,500 lbs., both below the 26,000 lbs. limit. In comparison, competitor sweepers either require a CDL or are derated to meet the 26,000 lbs. threshold. Non-CDL sweepers eliminate the need for a commercial driver’s license, ensuring compliance with weight regulations. On the other hand, derated sweeper trucks also operate without a CDL but must be cautious of exceeding weight limits to avoid penalties. Make an informed decision when choosing your road sweeper to stay within legal weight boundaries and ensure smooth operations.

Driving down the interstate or on the streets of Jackson, you may see semi-trucks with shiny metal spikes sticking out of the center of their wheels. It draws your attention and makes you wonder why the truck driver put them there. Tire spikes, also called wheel covers or lug nut covers, are not uncommon on big trucks, and you may have seen them on passenger vehicles as well. But what are the spikes on big truck tires used for? In this post, we’ll discuss the purpose of lug nut covers on semi-trucks and the dangers or restrictions of their use, if any. https://bit.ly/4clrPf6

Drivers, do your research. Before you agree to work for a company; talk to their drivers, read the fine print and find out what’s expected of you. We can’t tell you how many drivers we speak to that have been fed a line of crap by shady trucking companies, and by the time the driver figures it out, it’s too late. That won’t happen here. Find out why Bogler may be the best fit for you! Inquire at drive-wbt.com or call a recruiter at 877-689-3642. This will probably be the best call you’ve ever made. #trucking #truckdriver #bogler #woodybogler #bestdrivers #otr #enddump #dryvan #drivers #truckers #100yearsstrong