Three Jays Onsite Repair

The charge air cooler plays a vital role in your truck’s cooling system. If the compressed air from the turbo charger isn’t sufficiently cooled before it enters the combustion chamber, your engine won’t operate efficiently, or in some cases, it won’t operate at all.

If you are planning on hitting the road on a long adventure with your trailer or RV it’s best to have a check up before heading out. Paying a little bit of money now is great for your vehicle’s health as well as your peace of mind on that long adventure!

Diesel trucks are starting to become very popular again in the United States. In 2004, over half of Ford’s F-250 and F-350 Super Duty pickup trucks were fitted with a 6.0-liter Power Stroke diesel engine.

In 2016, Chevy celebrates the unofficial anniversary of its first pickup truck. A few of its Four Ninety modified chassis were built for internal use in the Chevy factory and at least one was built for an external customer.

Do you know there are ways that your drivers can decrease their chances of being selected for a roadside inspection? One of these things is keeping your equipment clean. A dirty trailer can speak volumes about the vehicle’s mechanical condition.

In terms of alignment, the term toe is defined as the difference in distance apart of the steering axle tires as seen in a top view of the truck. When a truck is toe-in, the tires are closer together in the front than in the rear. A toe-out alignment exists when the tires are closer together in the rear than in the front.

Do you ever worry that flaws and chips in the paint job of your trucks will cause them to rust faster? Let’s talk about how maintaining the paint job will help your trucks stay in good condition.

On the trailing arm of tractor trailer air suspension systems, proper ride height is critical, as improper height will result in improper angles within the driveline. In addition, sharper angles can cause vibrations, exacerbate any torsional vibrations already emitted by the engine, and eventually lead to U joint failure.

The hoses and clamps on your rig’s radiator take a beating, especially as the temperatures in the engine rise and fall. One problem that arises as the engine cools is cold-water leaks, caused by the seal between the hose and water neck breaking. If you notice this, have the clamps changed.

There are a few signs that your diesel fuel pump is going bad. First, your vehicle will start making a high-pitched sign, and then the fuel pressure drops and you have problems accelerating.

Our paint jobs are the top-quality you are looking for because we know the pride you take in your fleet. We work hard to have your rigs painted and cleaned in an efficient manner so you can have them back on the road and moving goods in no time.

If you have a fairly new truck, the low coolant sensor may be set too high, causing an improper reading and leading to coolant loss. Coolant on the dipstick is often a sign of this problem.

In tractor trailer air suspension systems, holes appearing in the rubber walls are the most common type of failure seen and usually caused by misalignment of the bag. If the rubber is torn or pulled from the top or bottom plates, this is usually due to the spring being overextended.