Tires are the part connected to the road that connects the truck, including asphalt, and deals with bumps, weather pressure and temperature changes. With these characteristics, tires are an excellent consumer material in trucks and different vehicles. Therefore, extending the life of tires and keeping them for as long as possible is an important requirement for all truck drivers in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and around the world. In order to contribute knowledge to solving most of the problems faced by truck drivers in Saudi Arabia and the Arab world, we have developed this comprehensive guide to all problems and challenges faced by drivers with roads. We have developed many methods and methods To increase the life of truck tires through simple routine operations that maintain tires and maintain the general condition of the wheels and the suspension system. They are arranged as follows:
The importance of checking the air pressure inside the tires
This point may seem insignificant, but the fact is that many accidents are caused by the difference in air pressure between tires. Take into account that the pressure should match the air temperature because the air pressure in winter should be high due to the contraction of the size of the air particles inside the tire (infidelity). The opposite happens in the summer as air molecules expand inside the tire and the pressure doubles without interference and may cause tire explosion or problems in absorbing shocks and bumps. What does air pressure have to do with tire life? The answer is: air pressure inside the tire mainly affects fuel drainage and control, avoiding excessive fuel consumption as well as avoiding the phenomenon of uneven consumption. One tire is consumed among the rest. All of this determines the life span of the tire (the life of the tire). Adherence to a monthly habit to adjust the air inside the tires will do the trick and avoid many unexpected problems and accidents. There is no doubt that checking the air pressure inside the tire is very necessary before long trips to ensure that it works as efficiently as possible and safely.
A statistic that shows the effect of air pressure on stopping distance:
Air pressure (bar) Stopping distance (m) at 100 km/h2.2401.8451.5501.060
A statistic that shows the effect of air pressure on fuel morphology:
Air pressure (bar) Fuel consumption (l/100km2.27.51.88.01.58.51.09.0
How to check and adjust tire pressure
If you want to check the air pressure in the tires, you need an accurate and universally approved pressure gauge because cheap and unreliable gauges will not give you an accurate result. Start this process if the truck or vehicle is still in the morning or evening because traffic on the road and the air temperature affect the pressure inside the tire and therefore you will get inaccurate results and use an air compressor to adjust the pressure in the tires in accordance with the catalog The truck Or the pressure determined by the truck manufacturer because the compression ratio is proportional to the weight of the truck's allowed cargo. In the end, make sure that all your tires are adjusted and there is no significant difference between the front and rear tires because this may cause you indispensable problems.
The effect of excessive pressure on tires and how to avoid it
You may have wondered about the effect of excessive or underpressure in tires on the truck and on the same tires. The answer is simply that pressure affects the ability of the tire to grip and absorb bumps. High air pressure makes the tire put more pressure on the road, which means strong friction, thus increasing fuel drainage and fast tire consumption. On the contrary, low pressure makes the truck unable to travel normally but slows down significantly. The best thing in the middle is to adjust the tires to the truck's specific pressure.
Balance and balancing: How to maintain an even tire wear
There is no doubt that trucks are intended for heavy and large loads. Therefore, one of the most important things is to distribute weights evenly on tires in order to achieve a balance of the truck on the road. Tires are made to carry a certain weight. The driver must know the weight carried by each tire and divide the weight of the load by the number of tires to know the weight allowed on each tire and thus safe and smooth driving... Otherwise, the danger is imminent and driving turns into a battle to try to stick to the road with unexpected vibrations or tilt the load to the right and north. The situation may lead to an explosion of a tire. This matter is unquestionably unquestionably undesired by any Muslim.
How to adjust tire balance?
The process of balancing the load on the tires and distributing the weight to each tire is done through the following steps:
- First, prepare the necessary tools such as the tire balance machine, which is a device used to know the distribution of weight around the wheel axle. You must bring weights to adjust the wheel balance and some screwdrivers and wheel wrenches.
- Second: comprehensive inspection of tires, finding out if there is any damage in one of the tires, dismantling the wheels and examining them to ensure safety of work and the tire is free of any side problems.
- Third: cleaning tires and wheels with a wet sponge or brush to clean the outer surface of the tire and remove any mud, dust or dirt that may affect the balance process.
- Fourth: put the wheel on the balance device and make sure it is fixed on the machine correctly. The machine will start to rotate and measure the weight distribution around the wheel.
- Fifth: After knowing the result of the balance machine, identify the locations that need additional weights and add the required weights to the wheel and make sure that the weights are exactly in the specified place and fixed using a strong adhesive or clips dedicated to this matter.
- Sixth: Recheck the balance by returning the wheel to the balance machine and examining it again to see if the distribution of weights is correct and in place and also to find out if there are necessary adjustments or repairs that must be made.
The role of regular rotation in extending the life of tires
This process is probably one of the most popular procedures to maintain tires and increase their life. It is done by rotating tires between them. It changes the position of the tire from front to back, vice versa, right to left and vice versa in order to maintain a constant level of equal wear for all tires. It is not damaged before the last one or the right before the left. It is recommended that the driver perform this operation when changing the truck's oil to make it a fixed date and ensure that the tires will last longer than they were. There are several schemes to rotate the tires.
Tire inspection: how to detect common damage
Tires are the main element that connects a truck to the road. Therefore, it was necessary for tires to be in good condition along the route and transportation between one station and another. It may be difficult for many to know whether the tires are in good condition or not, especially novice drivers. In the following lines, we will learn the correct steps to detect any damage in tires (tires):
First: visual inspection
Simply look between the tires of your truck and check one by one and make sure that there are no nails, glass or sharp pieces stuck in the tire and look for any large cracks that indicate the risk of tire explosion.
Second: measuring the depth of the tread:
The depth of the tread is one of the important indicators to know the condition of the tire. Therefore, use a tread depth gauge and check the tread of each tire and make sure it is deeper than 32/2 inches. If the depth of the tread is less than that, the tire is not safe to travel on a journey other than a trip to the nearest Banshri.
Third: check air pressure
We have touched on the importance of this point at the top. It is okay to stress the importance of checking air pressure, which is considered a sign of damage in the tire. If the pressure inside the tire is lower than it should be, focus on examining this tire. Most likely, it has damage that has not been caused to it.
Fourth: manual examination
Feel your hand on the surface of the tire. Not a small area is clearly visible, so check it with your hand and look for any plankton or soft areas and make sure of the whole structure of the tire. This is a comprehensive examination of the tire.
Signs of tire damage that you should pay attention to
The signs of tire damage can be summarized in distinctive and visible signs that you can know through the inspection process that we have explained in the steps above:
- First: uneven wear.
- Second: cracks and cuts.
- Third: bulges.
- Fourth: foreign objects.
- Fifth: changes in performance.
- Sixth: signs of tire aging.
How to adjust wheel alignment correctly
Wheel alignment is very important in terms of how quickly tires are damaged. It is also a vital factor in the ability of tires to rotate. Therefore, fuel morphology will change. In addition, alignment determines whether a truck will travel in a straight line or not. This is very important for drivers and the correct alignment of the truck wheels ensures that the distribution of load is equal, reducing uneven wear and reducing high fuel drain. It is preferable to check the alignment by experts because it needs sufficient knowledge of the ideal wheel angles and what is in accordance with what is issued by truck manufacturers. The steps to adjust wheel alignment are summarized in Next:
- First: preparing the necessary equipment such as wheel screwdrivers, getting a wheel alignment machine, or going to the nearest Banshari who has this device, which measures wheel angles and determines the required adjustments with high accuracy.
- Second: a comprehensive manual and theoretical examination of tires before starting any operation because any damage to the tire may cause an error in measuring the angle.
- Third: Measure the wheel angles by placing the truck correctly on the wheel alignment device. You or Al-Banshari make sure that the device is adjusted to the type of truck. The device measures three wheel angles:
- Camber angle: It is the angle between the wheel and the vertical axis and can be positive or negative
- The toe angle: This angle determines how close or far away the front wheels are from each other when the view is from the top.
- Caster angle: determines the tilt of the steering axis forward or backward when the view is from the side.
- Fourth: After you know the angles and the device, the last thing is to adjust the alignment. Al-Banshri often does it for you, but make sure that it works properly according to the readings obtained from the alignment device. After completing the adjustments, take a small tour by truck to make sure the operation is successful and then check the direction of the angles again to make sure everything is fine.
Common wheel alignment challenges and how to solve them
One of the common challenges you will face in wheel alignment is: deviating from the road in driving, as the truck does not travel in a straight line but deviates to one side. Here, you should check the wheel angles, especially the camber and caster angles, because the problem will often be there, as well as the uneven wear that occurs above. The consequences are a financial loss for the truck owner because he will buy new tires before the default period that forms the life of the tire. The problem may not be in wheel alignment and wheel alignment. These problems may be only symptoms of real disease. All this makes the truck driver It maintains periodic wheel alignment checks and checks to avoid unexpected problems on highways and international roads.
Best practices for truck loading and weight distribution: tips for loading a truck
Loading the truck correctly and balanced is one of the most important things to be considered by drivers because it ensures the safety of the driver, the cargo and the balance of the load reduces the risk of overturning on the road except God forbid. Only he and the driver are responsible for taking reasons to protect lives and money. Here are the best practices for loading the truck and distributing the weight effectively and correctly:
EQUAL WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION:
center of gravity: If the cargo is heavy, it should be placed in the center of the truck and on the rear axle to reduce the impact on control and stability.
Cargo division: The load increases the pressure on the wheels underneath it, so it should be divided into parts of equal weight in order to avoid wear on the wheel axle, which bears the greatest pressure from the load.
Cargo insurance:
Laces and belts: While traveling, you may be exposed to bumps or the like, so use straps and belts to fix the cargo on the truck so that it is not affected by any sudden movement.
barriers: To prevent the cargo from sliding and moving, put barriers between the parts of the cargo to keep it in place and limit it from all sides.
Cargo control:
Periodic examination: Check the cargo from time to time to ensure the safety and stability of the cargo on the truck.
Technological tools: You can use modern devices such as sensors, cameras, and remote control systems to easily monitor cargo while on the road.
Adherence to pregnancy limits:
Allowable weight: According to the truck manufacturer, there is a permissible weight limit. Make sure not to exceed it in order not to strain the engine and tires.
Longitudinally distributed: What reduces the risk of overturning is the longitudinal distribution of the load on the truck, which increases the balance of the truck and avoids its tilt to the right or north.
Choosing the right tires for each season: the benefits of tires in different seasons
Many people may think that there is little difference between winter tires and summer tires, but the difference is significant, but experienced drivers distinguish this difference. In general, rubber is a soft material that is affected by temperature. It is unreasonable that rubber that resists very cold temperatures will deal with high temperatures. Here we will briefly mention the difference between summer tires and winter tires in terms of features and benefits:
Winter tires:
advantages: Winter tires are made of low-temperature rubber compounds that maintain their flexibility and do not crack when exposed to ice or freezing. They are characterized by deep engravings that provide high traction on slippery, snow-filled and even frozen roads.
Benefits: Winter tires give you great stability on cold asphalt roads, except for their ability to avoid skidding on ice.
SUMMER TIRES:
advantages: Summer tires are made of tough and tough rubber compounds that withstand high temperatures and are characterized by surface patterns that stick to dry, hot and even wet asphalt surfaces.
benefits: It provides high maneuverability and fast response in movement and rotation. In addition, it reduces fuel drain.
The differences between summer tires and winter tires are summarized in this table:
Feature of winter tires summer tires. Tread pattern:Deep with sinuous grooves, superficial with longitudinal groovesMaterial:A soft rubber compound that remains flexible at low temperatures. A hard rubber compound that maintains its rigidity at extremely high temperaturesPerformance on snow and ice:Excellent and weakPerformance on wet roads:Good, acceptableDRY ROAD PERFORMANCE:Accepted excellentRoad noise:HigherLowerFUEL CONSUMPTION:HigherLowerShelf life:Shorter longerThe cost:HigherLower
The effect of driving style on tire life: smooth driving techniques
Many drivers are unaware that driving style significantly affects the life and effectiveness of tires on the road. Many drivers deal with the truck as well as the sports car in terms of sudden acceleration, heavy braking, rippling speeds and many mistakes that hurt and sometimes destroy tires. To get a longer tire life, keep reading the following tips:
Smooth driving:
Gradual acceleration: sudden and very fast acceleration can lead to tire damage due to sudden increase in friction. It is best to increase the speed of the truck gradually in order not to put pressure on the tires and lead to excessive friction.
Gradual braking: As in acceleration, in stopping and braking, you must move from high to low speeds slowly and gradually to avoid sudden contact of tires with the asphalt surface.
Cruise control:
Reasonable speeds: traveling at a stable and reasonable speed, neither very fast nor slow, maintains even tire wear and load stability on the truck, which means a very smooth road.
Use cruise control: You can use cruise control to get the best performance in terms of tires and fuel consumption.
Avoid obstacles:
Bumps and potholes: When you face bumps and potholes, lower your speed and focus on avoiding potholes and bumps with minimal effort on the suspension system and tires.
Curves and turns: avoid sharp turns and stick to reducing speed because changing the direction of the tire at a high speed leads to damage.
The best ways to store tires: storing tires and maintaining their quality
At the end of this comprehensive guide to increasing the life of truck tires, there may be an urgent need to know how to store spare tires and know the correct way to keep them away from damage, self-wear and the interaction of their components with the storage environment... Here are brief steps for the best ways to store tires:
Choose a storage location
In choosing where to store tires, focus on making the environment dry, cool, free of moisture and direct sunlight with good ventilation. This storage environment is the most suitable for keeping tires of high quality and without cracks.
The arrangement of frames
There are ways to arrange tires while storing them, including vertical storage, which is storing them vertically to avoid any distortions in the shape of the tire or you can use custom holders or racks that hold the tires and prevent them from touching the ground directly.
Tire protection
To protect tires from damage in storage, make fabric or plastic covers to avoid dirt, dust and oil because sticking can cause problems over long periods of storage.
What are the best tires for trucks in Saudi Arabia?
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