Internal Maintenance of Tow Trucks: Have You Done It?

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Maintaining your tow truck is crucial to ensure its longevity and performance. Regular internal maintenance can prevent breakdowns and costly repairs. Here’s a comprehensive guide to the essential maintenance tasks for your tow truck: A. Spark Plugs During winter, the cold can affect the performance of spark plugs, making them crucial for smooth engine starts. […]

How to Choose a Tow Truck

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When selecting a tow truck, it’s crucial to understand the different types and their features to match your operational needs. Tow trucks are specialized vehicles designed for vehicle recovery, towing, and emergency rescue. They come in various designs, including integrated tow-and-lift, separated tow-and-lift, one-to-one, flatbed one-to-two, multifunctional, and hydraulic automatic clamping types. Choosing the right […]

Do You Know How to Use the Auxiliary Wheels of a Tow Truck?

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The primary function of a tow truck is to clear accident vehicles and illegally parked cars, and sometimes to provide rescue services. Often, the tires of accident vehicles cannot roll for various reasons. This is when the auxiliary wheels of the tow truck become crucial. How do you use the auxiliary wheels of a tow […]

Common Issues and Maintenance Methods for Tow Trucks

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Regular maintenance of tow trucks is essential for ensuring reliable performance and preventing breakdowns. Here’s a guide to common issues and their solutions: Slow or Weak Boom Extension Causes: Hydraulic power system issues Malfunctioning extension mechanism control or relief valve Solutions: Inspect and adjust the hydraulic system Disassemble, clean, and replace faulty components Boom Extension […]

Bad Driving Habits for Two-in-One Tow Trucks – Have You Fallen into These Traps?

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First: Neglecting Maintenance as the Vehicle Ages When the vehicle is new, maintenance is frequent, with even minor issues prompting a visit to the service station. However, as the two-in-one tow truck gets older, attention to maintenance often decreases. In fact, the maintenance frequency should increase with the vehicle’s age. For example, a new truck […]

Detailed Operation Method for a One-Tow-Two Tow Truck

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Tow trucks, particularly one-tow-two flatbed models, require specific procedures for efficient and safe operation. Here’s a comprehensive guide on how to operate a one-tow-two flatbed tow truck, ensuring you handle it correctly from start to finish. Steps to Operate a One-Tow-Two Tow Truck: 1. Position the Tow Truck: Begin by disengaging the winch clutch and […]

Operating Instructions for the Hydraulic Winch on a Tow Truck

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Tow trucks, essential for vehicle recovery and rescue operations, come in various types including one-tow-two and integrated tow-lift models. Regardless of the type, a hydraulic winch is a crucial component. Proper operation of this winch is essential for effective and safe towing. Here’s a detailed guide to operating the hydraulic winch on a one-tow-two flatbed […]

Bad Driving Habits for Two-Wheel Tow Trucks: Are You Guilty?

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1. Neglecting Maintenance as the Vehicle Ages Initial maintenance for a new tow truck is often thorough, with regular check-ups and prompt repairs for minor issues. However, as the truck ages, some owners may become less attentive. In reality, older vehicles require even more diligent maintenance. For example, while a new tow truck might be […]

Misconceptions in Tow Truck Engine Maintenance

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During the transition from summer to autumn, many vehicle owners take the opportunity to service their cars, including tow trucks. However, there are some common misconceptions in engine maintenance that must be avoided. Here are some key points to keep in mind: 1. Blindly Removing the Thermostat: Some drivers remove the thermostat from the engine […]

Details to Note When Using a Tow Truck

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In recent years, the development of tow trucks has progressed rapidly, with production becoming increasingly specialized. As more people utilize tow trucks, malfunctions are inevitable during long-term use. Many of these issues stem from small but crucial parts of the truck, such as pin-type parts and towing forks. Pin-type parts on a tow truck might […]