• What You Need to Know About Manual Slack Adjusters

    What You Need to Know About Manual Slack Adjusters

    Purchasing a manual slack adjuster can help you in a variety of ways. There are a few things that you need to know about this type of equipment. These include its functions and problems.Automatic slack adjusters vs manual slack adjustersWhether you love or hate automatic slack adjusters, there's a g... read more

    25,Nov,2022 News
  • Automotive slack adjusters are most commonly used on commercial vehicles equipped with air brakes

    Automotive slack adjusters are most commonly used on commercial vehicles equipped with air brakes

    If you are in the business of selling or repairing heavy-duty trucks, you are probably familiar with the difficulty of identifying manual slack adjusters, as they come in many different configurations. The problem is exacerbated by the fact that slack adjusters are often difficult to identify withou... read more

    17,Nov,2022 News
  • How to Maintain a Manual Slack Adjuster

    How to Maintain a Manual Slack Adjuster

    Manual slack adjusters are not found in every truck. It is necessary to know how to maintain your manual slack adjuster correctly to maintain proper operating condition. There are specific procedures to maintain these slack adjusters. You can refer to a service data book to learn more about the prop... read more

    11,Nov,2022 News
  • Manual slack adjusters should be lubricated regularly

    Manual slack adjusters should be lubricated regularly

    The manual slack adjuster is a device that can be used on heavy-duty trucks. The device consists of an adjusting nut and a cover cap, which are attached to each other. The cover cap protects the adjusting nut and prevents dirt, grime, and moisture from accumulating on the adjusting nut.To adjust the... read more

    04,Nov,2022 News
  • How to Adjust a Manual Slack Adjuster

    How to Adjust a Manual Slack Adjuster

    Manual slack adjusters are designed to take up the slack that is left by the brakes' friction surfaces as they wear away.  The slack adjuster is located on the axle housing near the wheel. In a vehicle with drum brakes, the slack adjuster is located between the pushrod and S-cam. When adjusting the ... read more

    28,Oct,2022 News