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geaR guide 52 | Overdrive | August 2018 Self-steer auxiliary suspension Ridewell's RSS-2361000 self-steer auxiliary suspension for I-beam axle integration is designed for single-wheel applications and is rated with a 13,500-pound capacity. The suspension has an adjustable frame width and low-maintenance polyure- thane bushings. An integrated air tank kit is available. ridewellcorp.com, 800-641-4122 geaR guide Self-steer auxiliary suspension Ridewell's RSS-2361000 self-steer auxiliary suspension for I-beam axle integration is designed for single-wheel applications and is rated with a 13,500-pound capacity. The suspension has an adjustable frame width and low-maintenance polyure- Cascadia cabin air prefi lter Freedom Air Filters' cabin air prefi l- ter for Freightliner Cascadia trucks is suited for grain haulers, oilfi eld haulers and any trucks used in dirt- and dust-fi lled applications. The washable and reusable prefi lter is treated with a hydrophobic water-repellant process that helps keep out rain, ice and snow. Retainer clips are included to help facil- itate a quick, simple installation without drilling or gluing. freedomairfi lters.com, 877-454-6565 Bushing adapter kits OTC's 4250 Front Suspension Bushing Adapter Kit and 4254 Rear Suspension Bushing Adapter Kit are compiled for servicing Hendrick- son heavy-duty front and rear suspensions. The adapters are designed to eliminate the need to purchase separate tools to service the front and rear suspension systems and replace rusted and frozen heavy-duty bushings. The 4250 kit aids in removing and installing select Hendrick- son front suspensions, including Paccar Monoleaf, Navistar Monoleaf and Volvo Monoleaf D-Pin pivot bushings. The 4254 kit assists with removing and installing select Hendrickson rear suspension bushings, including Primaax EX, Comfort Air and FCCC V Ride Pivot and D-Pin bushings. The kits include a custom plate designed to provide an exact fi t with the suspension pieces and custom adapters to help align the tool properly. otctools.com, 800-533-6127 Thermal-barrier sleeve Heatshield's Lava Tube thermal-barrier sleeve is designed to protect fl uid lines from heat exposure, prevent vapor lock and shield wires from heat damage. The sleeve is made from a proprietary volcanic rock-based cloth engineered to withstand continuous heat of 1,200 degrees Fahrenheit and up to 2,000 degrees F of intermittent heat. The sleeve's fi bers are designed for added durability to help resist abrasions and chemical exposure. A high-temperature hook-and- loop fastening system helps simplify installation, including on lines, cables, wiring bundles and linkages. The sleeve is available in four diameters ranging from ½ to 1½ inches and in lengths of three and 10 feet that can be cut to fi t. heatshieldproducts.com, 844-723-2665

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