Stronghold Truck Repairs offers mobile truck and equipment repair services because we understand that you can’t always come to us. Our fleet of welding and repair trucks have everything they need to address your problem on-site, saving you money and time. Additionally, we offer pickup and delivery service and have flat deck transportation trucks and trailers in the event your truck or equipment needs to come to the shop.
Reasons Why Heavy Trucks May Need Repairs
There are many reasons why a heavy truck could need repair work, but regardless of the reason, it’s crucial that you get your rig up and running as soon as possible so you can deliver the load you are hauling.
Even a small delay can result in late delivery or arrival at your destination.
Traffic Accident
We never want to think about it, but traffic accidents involving heavy trucks happen all the time. It could be a minor accident or a major one.
Either way, your rig will need repairs. We can fix most problems on the spot. For more serious repairs, we can tow your heavy truck to our shop, where we will work hard to get you back on the road.
Tire and Engine Issues
It’s not always another vehicle that causes you to need repairs on your heavy truck. You could suffer a flat tire. In fact, tire trouble makes up at least half of all truck problems, making tire inspection and replacement an absolute must. Heavy trucks haul heavy loads for long distances on a variety of road surfaces. That puts a lot of pressure on tires, making them particularly vulnerable to extra wear and tear.
Another reason why your truck may need repairs is engine problems. Some engine problems such as needing spark plugs or throwing a belt are obvious. But sometimes the problem is not immediately knowable, requiring a diagnostic reading or closer inspection by a trained professional.
Electrical and Hydraulic Failure
Heavy trucks also feature sensitive electrical and hydraulic systems that can fail any time anywhere. Hydraulic systems can become clogged by debris and seize up if not regularly cleaned and maintained. The hydraulics are also responsible for a lot of the hard work your truck can perform, such as operating a crane.
Electrical systems provide power to your truck systems. Any outage would result in important parts of your truck not operating properly, especially refrigeration and lights.
Always inspect both of these systems to make sure they are working properly before heading out on the job.
Brakes and Steering
Heavy trucks especially rely on high-quality brakes and steering to avoid obstacles in the road and to come to a complete stop as quickly as possible. A breakdown of either of these systems could be catastrophic, not only to the truck but also to the driver and others. Air leaks, corrosion and wear, and frozen air lines all contribute to brakes causing 29 percent of truck accidents. Inspect and maintain brakes and steering every time before hitting the road.
Computer
Modern heavy trucks are becoming more and more reliant on computer chips just like most other vehicles. That means your truck can suffer computer glitches or damage that can shut down specific systems or render the entire truck useless until the issue is fixed. A diagnostic reading is necessary to determine the exact problem.
Frame and Body
Frame and body damage on a truck must undergo repairs to eliminate the danger to others on the road and keep the truck at full operative capability. In addition, companies want their trucks to look good. Potential clients or customers might lose confidence if they see you pull up in a busted-up vehicle. If you can’t keep your truck in good shape, customers may not believe you can do the job they need to be done. It may sound corny, but first impressions are everything.
Heating and Cooling
It may not seem important, and really isn’t necessary to complete jobs, but heating and cooling do make drivers more comfortable in their rigs. Let’s be honest, nobody wants to work in miserable conditions. Morale can definitely affect job performance. So, it’s best to keep heating and cooling systems in perfect working condition along with the rest of the truck.
Preventing Breakdowns
Most truck repairs can be prevented by conducting regular inspections and maintenance of equipment. Keep a checklist handy of the systems you need to inspect and record any problems you find. Make sure to fix any problems as soon as possible before putting your truck into service. It will save you time, money, and frustration later on.
Inspect your truck not only before trips but also during and after trips as well. After all, problems can and will occur at any time. And since small problems can quickly turn into major problems, it’s best to catch them early. Keep a record of any inspections, maintenance, and parts that had to be replaced.
Services We Offer
Stronghold Truck Repairs has skilled technicians, welders, and mechanics with all the tools they need to complete any repair or maintenance project right there at your job site or facility. This includes generators, compressors, on-road and off-road rigging equipment. No matter your project requirements or size, Stronghold Truck Repairs has what we need to make sure it is completed accurately and efficiently.
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Services Provided:
- Preventative maintenance services
- Mobile welding
- Mobile truck and equipment repair
- On-site vehicle and equipment maintenance
- In-stock hoses and parts
- Delivery and pickup services
- Diesel engine diagnostics and repair
- HVAC diagnostic and repairs
- Frame/rust repair
- Electrical system and controls
- Emissions controls
- Computer diagnostics
- Hydraulic repairs
- Custom fabrication
- Brakes
- Transmission and PTO
- Suspension and steering
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Stronghold Truck Repairs serves the Hudson Valley, Dutchess, Putnam, and Westchester Counties, as well as Fairfield County, CT. Additionally, we serve the New York Metropolitan Area, which includes Long Island, Manhattan, and Northern New Jersey. For over 10 years we have established our reputation as a reputable and affordable choice for all your truck and equipment repair needs.
Your truck is your livelihood. Therefore, keeping it running properly is more money in your pocket, even if that means spending some on inspections and maintenance, both of which we can provide at an affordable cost. In the event your truck does need repairs, whether minor or major, we are here to help you and your rig get back on the road as soon as possible. Again, we have the experience and skill to fix any problem on any truck, which we will bring to the job even if we have to come to you on your job site or somewhere along the road.
Our mobile truck and equipment repair services contain state-of-the art equipment and are manned by our most experienced and skilled technicians, welders, and mechanics. There is very little Stronghold Truck Repairs cannot handle on-site for your company and equipment. Contact us today to schedule your on-site maintenance or repair.