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Winter is here which means inclement weather resulting in harsh road conditions that affect critical vehicle components. With the current supply chain shortages, fleets cannot afford to wait several weeks for the replacement parts needed to repair their vehicles. So, how can you be ready for the inevitable?
Understand the common component issues experienced in wintertime and be prepared with a quick solution to help keep trucks running on the road.
Tech Tips >
Help fleets avoid significant downtime by stocking critical components so they’re there where and when you need them.
Stocking List >Common issue: Availability of air disc brake components
Tech tip: Meritor’s genuine and all-makes air disc brake (ADB) product portfolio includes reman calipers, pads and rotors. Newer products require proactive inventory. Be prepared to support fleets as ADB penetration continues to grow.
Common issue: Worn components such as slacks, s-cams and brake kits
Tech tip: Pre-trip inspections are a must during the winter. Ensure proper lubrications of all components and that the brake mechanics are still in tolerances. Icy conditions combined with improperly performing brakes is a situation to avoid.
Common issue: Extremely cold temperatures create a shock load environment resulting in twisted tubing, broken welds and fractured splines
Tech tip: Utilize Meritor’s Driveshaft On Demand Program for 24-hour shipping on replacement driveshaft assemblies.
Common issue: Abnormal sounds such as clanking and squeaking, as well as jerkiness and vibrations indicate that there could be an issue with u-joints, center bearings or yolks
Tech tip: Pay attention to what the vehicle is telling you. The sounds and vibration are early indicators for potential issues.
Common issue: Spinouts that create cascade failure for the differential and carrier
Tech tip: Spinouts result from when one or both wheels of an axle does not have traction and spins while the wheels of the other axle are not moving or are slowly moving (speed differences). Wintertime conditions with icy and non-icy roads lead to these critical failures. Utilize Meritor’s Drivetrain On Demand Program for 24-hour shipping on replacement differential assemblies.
Common issue: Inclement road conditions can affect the control of the vehicle
Tech tip: Control can be maintained by ensuring proper contact with the road. Proper alignment and suspension maintenance is paramount when rubber meets the road. Meritor’s complete line of king pins, shocks, and suspension for any OEM will allow you to maintain control no matter what mother nature throws at you.
Common issue: Potholes have the ability to do significant damage to a truck and can also cause a clutch to over adjust, degrading its life or even making it inoperable.
Tech tip: Trucks with hydraulic clutch linkages utilize self-adjusting clutches, because of the drivers inability to feel free play and adjust the clutch as needed. In many situations these self-adjusting clutches are replaced with manual adjusting clutches due to their quality and overall cost. Meritor’s Aftermarket line of self-adjusting clutches utilized the proven power of a manual adjusting clutches with the added benefit of self-adjusting technology.
Click the link below to download a complete stocking list of critical brake & wheel end, drivetrain, steering and suspension components. The list will download as an Excel file.
Adjust the quantities as needed in the Excel file and save to your computer/device.
Upload the Excel file with Stock Upload/Quick Order when logged in with your User ID to add the parts to your cart. You’re now ready to finalize and place your order!
