GEAR GUIDE
Extra-long ratchet
In-dash
onboard
load scale
Right Weigh's E-Z Weigh
In-Dash Scale, a digital
onboard load scale for
air suspension trucks and
trailers, is available in
two models. The dedicated truck-trailer model
displays the on-ground
weight for the trailer and
the truck's drive axles in
pounds and kilograms
while also showing an
estimated steer and gross
weight. The truck-only
scale displays the
on-ground weight for
the truck's drive axles,
making it best suited for
straight trucks or trucks
that typically drop and
hook.
Right Weigh, rwls.com, 888-8182058. Text INFO to 205-289-3555
or visit ovdinfo.com
Snap-on's Extra Long 3/8-inch
Ratchet includes a proprietary design
featuring an 80-tooth gear with dual
pawls that engage seven teeth with
the gear at all times for improved
performance and durability, while
the sealed ratchet head helps keep
dirt out and lubrication in. The
ratchet is suited for working on serpentine belts as well as hard-to-reach
fasteners or tight access areas.
Snap-on, snapon.com, 877-762-7664.
Text INFO to 205-289-3555 or visit ovdinfo.com
Trailer air ride
suspension
Ridewell's RAR-266 Series trailer air
ride suspension features a 5¾-inch-diameter axle with short brake cams
and is designed to minimize
weight and increase strength of
the overall assembly. The
captured axle
design also helps
facilitate a more
durable axle connection. Initial
offerings include both narrow and
wide pivot bushing models in 23,000- and 25,000-pound capacities.
Ridewell Suspensions, ridewellcorp.com, 800-641-4122. Text INFO to 205-289-3555 or visit ovdinfo.com
Battery cleaning, maintenance kit
New Pig's Battery Cleaning & Maintenance Kit includes items to help
clean up battery acid spills and remove corrosion from terminals. The kit
includes a full face shield and an apron to help minimize the risk of acid
burns and shock during maintenance, while acid-neutralizing mats, wipes
and sprays all feature color-change
indicators to help determine
when neutralization is complete for safer handling.
Temporary disposal bags
also are included.
New Pig Corp., newpig.com,
800-468-4647. Text INFO to
205-289-3555 or visit ovdinfo.com
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