When many customers maintain their trucks, they mainly focus only on the maintenance of tires and engines, while paying little attention to the chassis. What they don’t know is that if the chassis is not maintained, the truck will encounter major problems. So, how to maintain a truck’s chassis? The following article will explain in detail.
How to Maintain a Truck Chassis?
1. Rust Prevention
First, the chassis must be thoroughly cleaned. If there is too much mud on the chassis, it must be washed with a degreaser to reveal the original color of the chassis before rust prevention care can begin. In addition, it should be noted that after cleaning, rust prevention care can only be carried out when the moisture on the chassis is completely dry. During the care process, it is necessary to maintain an even spray coating to form a uniform rust-proof layer that lasts for a long time. After all work is completed, let it air-dry naturally for 5-10 minutes, and the chassis rust prevention treatment is finished.
2. Be Cautious When Using Alkaline Cleaners
After completing professional chassis care, it does not mean everything is foolproof. To keep the truck clean, truck drivers usually wash the truck and often add some detergents. During this period, be careful not to use alkaline detergents to clean the truck body and chassis, as this will greatly affect the rust-proof effect and shorten the rust-proof period.
3. Tire Tightness
The truck chassis and braking system are integrated, so good tire maintenance can also protect the chassis. The driving performance of truck tires will affect the truck’s driving function. If the rotating system is too loose or too tight, it will inevitably cause damage to the chassis. Therefore, the tire tightness should be adjusted to an appropriate level, and the wear condition should be checked regularly.
Summary
The best way to protect a truck is to change your driving habits. Good habits are directly related to the service life of the vehicle. Especially under some rough and complex road conditions, the damage to the chassis is very significant. If the wheels get stuck in the mud accidentally, the chassis will be severely damaged. Therefore, it is best to drive on flat and solid cement or asphalt roads. At the same time, you must also be familiar with the distance between the chassis and the ground, so that you can roughly judge whether the road will collide with the chassis and reduce damage to the chassis.