house Posted February 28, 2021 Report Share Posted February 28, 2021 I just got back from a horse show in Georgia and Florida, during my trip home I hit a bit of snow in LA, MS, and TX. I have driven through a bit of snow before, but typically a couple of hours or a half day of snow and I am good. I was shocked to find out how spending a bit of time in the snow caused serious mechanical issues. The worst thing that happend to me is that my truck airbags would not inflate, this made it basically impossible to park and get out without the help of a tow truck. then my trailer air suspension accumulated so much ice that the ride height system froze. Finally and probably the most inconvenient is that all the doors, switches and plugs froze. Luckily this was probably a once in a lifetime incident but still I cant get over how unprepared I was to deal with the ice and snow. fortunately I always carry a set of chains but from now on I will always carry 2, and a propane torch. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darryl&Rita Posted February 28, 2021 Report Share Posted February 28, 2021 (edited) Ice makes everything harder, even Canadians. ETA: With that much air issues, I'd be looking at my air dryer maintenance history, and my own pre-trip checklist usage. Seems like you might be having some wet air pushed into the system. Edited February 28, 2021 by Darryl&Rita Quote I have been wrong before, I'll probably be wrong again. 2000 Kenworth T 2000 w/N-14 and 10 speed Gen1 Autoshift, deck built by Star Fabrication 2006 smart fourtwo cdi cabriolet 2007 32.5' Fleetwood QuantumPlease e-mail us here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lappir Posted February 28, 2021 Report Share Posted February 28, 2021 5 hours ago, Darryl&Rita said: Ice makes everything harder, even Canadians. ETA: With that much air issues, I'd be looking at my air dryer maintenance history, and my own pre-trip checklist usage. Seems like you might be having some wet air pushed into the system. I agree with the Air Dryer and bleeding the tanks might also let you know there is an issue with the dryer. It's supposed to be done during pre trip inspection on every leg. How many Always do that? With the virtually trouble free driving most of us have had during our recent driving life, it's hard to remember when you "HAD TO" check the oil, check the tire pressure and look at the Radiator at least once a week to make sure all was good. Most it seems just get in and drive unless there is a "Light on" and some continue even with the "Check engine" illuminated for miles. Hope your next trip is trouble free. Rod Quote White 2000/2010Volvo VNL 770 with 7' Drom box with opposing doors, JOST slider hitch. 600 HP Cummins Signature 18 Speed three pedal auto shift. 1999 Isuzu VehiCross retired to a sticks and bricks garage. Brought out of storage the summer of 2022 2022 Jeep Wrangler Sport S Two door hard top. 2007 Honda GL 1800 2013 Space Craft Mfg S420 Custom built Toyhauler The Gold Volvo is still running and being emptied in July. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moresmoke Posted March 1, 2021 Report Share Posted March 1, 2021 My uncle runs some trucks over the road out of the far NE US. A couple years ago they tried a few of the trailer skirts to see if there was any benefit. They didn’t find any worthwhile fuel savings, but did find a good ROI on maintenance. Their issues related to ice and snow pulling stuff apart under the trailers diminished greatly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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