With decades worth of design and engineering experience, it should come as no surprise that Mack Trucks are some of the toughest and most durable trucks on the road. They’re designed to handle incredibly heavy loads, travel vast distances, and keep their driver safe and comfortable the entire time. Mack Trucks are almost unstoppable, but they’re not immune to maintenance needs. Just like any other truck, Mack Trucks won’t run well unless they’re adequately maintained.
Contact UsCommon Maintenance Needs
Fluids and Filters
Just like any other truck, a Mack Truck needs fluid and filter changes on a regular basis. Common fluids include engine oil, transmission fluid, and differential fluid. These fluids lubricate moving components and reduce friction and heat. This will keep your vital components operating at peak functionality. As for filters, you need to change your oil filters and fluid filters at the same interval as your engine oil change. This ensures your oil is clean and keeps your fuel injectors unclogged.
Brake Systems
Mack Trucks carry extreme amounts of weight, and as such, require extreme braking systems. Most Mack Trucks use air brake systems which can be very complex. Valves may leak over time, compressors may break down, and airlines may get clogged. It’s vital to inspect these components on a regular basis.
Tires and Wheels
Your tires and wheels are rated to carry a certain amount of weight. However, as the tires start to lose their tread, the weight they can carry decreases. Hence the need to reduce tire wear as much as possible. You can do this by rotating your tires on a regular basis, and keeping them properly inflated and aligned.
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Bus Repair
Absolute Repair is trusted by transit and school bus drivers and fleet owners from all around the Cumming, IA area to provide the highest level of quality and service in the least amount of truck downtime—all at a great value. Our experienced and certified team of technicians will have your bus up and running faster than you thought possible, without compromising on quality and all with a friendly smile.
General Diesel Repair
At Absolute Repair in Cumming, IA. we have a large, family-oriented and experienced team of certified mechanics who can adequately diagnose, service, or repair your diesel truck using the latest diagnostic equipment. Our team understands how difficult it can be for operators and fleet managers to find mechanics who have the proper training to work on their trucks and fleet vehicles. Our mechanics are qualified to work on all types of diesel engines, specializing in Cummins engine repair and Volvo-Mack engine repair. Our team thrives on developing their knowledge and skills in order to quickly and efficiently service your diesel engine, to get you back on the road faster.
Hydraulic Repair
Most heavy-duty diesel equipment rely on powerful hydraulics to operate. Your machine’s hydraulics systems is composed of cylinders, pumps, motors and valves, all of which require preventative maintenance and repairs in order to keep them functioning properly. Absolute Repair in Cumming, IA provides comprehensive hydraulic service. Reach out us today for a fleet assessment and we’ll work with you to develop a program that works for your equipment and business.
Mobile Repair Service
A mobile service unit is like a shop on wheels. Our mobile unit covers a 60-mile radius from our shop in Cumming, IA. and is ready to service your heavy-duty truck, just tell us where and when! Each mobile service unit at Absolute Repair is built and equipped to meet the possible needs of your vehicle and is capable of handling everything from routine maintenance and repair needs to diagnostics and identifying more complex problems.
Preventive Maintenance
As an operator or fleet manager, you rely on your diesel machine to perform. But making sure your truck is at its optimal performance can be a lot of work, and part of this responsibility is ensuring that your vehicle is properly and proactively maintained. At Absolute Repair, our certified mechanics will work with you to develop a custom preventative maintenance schedule. It’s one of our specialties and we have built our reputation on an honest and family-orientated work ethic.
RV Repair
There’s nothing quite like being on the road in your RV. So when it’s in need of repair, you need quick and qualified service that will get you back out enjoying the open air. Of course, regular RV maintenance and repairs make good sense from a safety standpoint, but they also maintain the value of your motorhome for years to come. At Absolute Repair in Cumming, IA., our certified mechanics are committed to getting your RV repair done quickly and correctly the first time. We understand how important it is for you to be able to rely on your RV to safely carry your family as their home away from home.
Wheel Alignment
It’s not uncommon for a heavy-duty diesel machine that is driven thousands of miles a week to have its steering components and suspension shift out of alignment. What many may not know, is that improperly aligned truck wheels can result in an increased 2% cost of fuel and a 20% reduction in tire life. Improper wheel alignment results in an increase in rolling resistance of the tires, essentially, the tires are dragging down the road as opposed to rolling down the road. Professional truck alignment ensures that your tires meet the road at the proper angle. At Absolute Repair, we specialize in truck wheel alignment for larger vehicles. The bigger the better actually! You can trust our certified mechanics to perform quick and reliable truck wheel alignment services.
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We also offer mobile service within a 60-mile radius from our shop in Cumming, IA and service Des Moines, Urbandale, West Des Moines, and Osceola in addition to surrounding areas.