TIRES & WHEELS
66 Fleet Maintenance | September 2018
Measure tire pressure and depth
The TPG200 from Bartec is a Tread Depth and Tire
Pressure measuring device. The tool measures tread
in three places, showing the tire profile and remaining
tread. The TPG200 also measures tire pressure.
Once the tires are tested, the data can be sent wirelessly
to a computer using wireless Bluetooth. The
TPG200 features a rechargeable battery and quick
release pressure hose. Retrieve tool data wirelessly
using the Bartec TPMS Desktop or a POS system.
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Built to replace bias-ply tires
The Double Coin IM105 Intermodal Radial Tire is
designed for the intermodal freight industry, including
container chassis providers and manufacturers.
The IM105 tire is built to replace bias-ply tires and is
a fuel-efficient, SmartWay verified and CARB compliant
radial. These tires are engineered with additional
ozone protection designed to last up to 12 years,
and are backed by a warranty. The tires are available
in two sizes: 11R22.5 and 295/75R22.5, both with
Load Range G and an approved 8.25 rim listing.
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Removes wheel bearings
The Mueller-Kueps Twin Cone Wheel Bearing Kit, No. 432 005, is designed to
make all hub assemblies easy to remove. Use a slide hammer, attach the
spindle, nut and cone that are needed and proceed like normal.
The company recommends the Mueller-Kueps
Slide Hammer, No. 433 450, for best results.
The tool provides a solid connection to
reduce accidents. This kit comes with two
sets of three cones, one spindle and two
nuts. The cones are self centering to achieve
the most solid and universal connection.
Made specifically for the new screwed and
pressed hub assembly, it still works for most
other wheel bearings as well.
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Transport heavy duty tires
The JohnDow Tire Taxi HD, No. JDI-TT1-HD, is designed to
allow technicians to transport larger wheels and tires in an
efficient and safe manner. The HD Tire Taxi has a diameter
of 33” and is designed with 4” industrial casters to
maneuver over rough, uneven surfaces. One of the
casters can be locked for safe storage. The HD Tire
Taxi holds four heavy duty wheels and tires with a
load capacity of 552 lbs.
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Remove endplay from wheel end bearings
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Doctor Preload Bearing Adjustment Tools
enable technicians to remove all endplay from
wheel end bearings and set them to light,
measured preload settings, in under one
minute, according to the company. The “second
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generation” 900 Series tools for steer, drive and
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trailer axles improve the speed and accuracy
of the final bearing settings when used with
Temper-Loc spindle nuts, also manufactured
in the U.S.A. by Temper Axle Products
Corporation. Every wheel end can be set to the
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same, consistent bearing setting. Users are
experiencing improved wheel seal performance,ce
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reduced uneven tire wear and positive changes
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in fuel economy, according to the company. The
Doctor Preload tools are covered by a two-year
limited warranty from the date of purchase.
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