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Heavy Duty Truck Systems

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We used this book in our diesel technician class. The book gives you an excellent introduction to every aspect of a heavy-duty truck. I usually shy away from books written by more than one author because of lack of continuity or overcoverage in certain areas. In the case of this book, the authors have done a fantasic job of explaining the topics without any assumptions. The book does a good job in covering cluthes, standard transmission, torque converters, drive shafts, axles, and automatic transmissions. On the subject of brakes, I recommend Delmar's "Today's Technician: Medium/Heavy Duty Truck Brakes." If your thinking of buying a book on this subject matter, you can't go wrong with this selection. Be aware that a third edition has been released.

My review is for the consideration of commercial truckers. As a driver of heavy duty trucks, I found "truck driver" literature lacking in details regarding not just identification of tractor or trailer parts/equipment, but also function...particularly regarding pneumatic braking systems, tires and rims, and suspension. I wasn't looking to become a deisel mech, but I can assure any trucker who has a strong desire to UNDERSTAND their truck systems, functions, and parts to invest in this tech manual. The book is replete with clearly illustrated exmaples and photos. Thus far, when I have a question about a pre- or post-trip inspected part of my vehicle, I've always found the unknown part in this book, its function, and troubleshooting guidelines. If you wish a deeper understanding of your dual air brake circuitry...it's in here. Brake chambers, drums, linings, cams...you name it...you'll find it in here. The mystical "bushings" for the newbie driver...I now know what they are...where they are...their function...and how to determine their continued service. Wish more than a laydriver's understanding of heavy duty truck transmissions? It's in here. I always wondered precisely just how the air compressor works...now I know and understand it. It will make communicating with your mechanic a two-way street. One doesn't have to become a mechanic to understand how and why their trucks operate the way they do...or shouldn't.

Ultimately, understanding your truck systems, especially those designed to stop, steer, and support your vehicle, will help make you a more professional and safer driver. Note: The manual does not address the anatomy and physiology of engines.

I'm an ASE certified Master Auto Tech preparing to take the ASE tests for H.D. trucks and earn a Truck Master certification as well.

This book covers all aspects of H.D. truck systems EXCEPT for engines. The book is very informative and detailed with excellent illustrations and I found it to be exactly what I needed as reference material. I was impressed enough with this book that I purchased the engine systems book from the same author.

There are study questions at the end of each chapter that have only one correct answer, and even though there is not an answer key for these questions in the text, the correct answer is obvious if one has really studied the chapter. I found myself going back into the chapter to mark the page number of the answer next to the chapter study questions as a study technique.

There is quite a bit of material in this text so don't expect it to be a quick read, however, if you are interested in becoming certified by ASE as a truck tech, then you should purchase this book.

Im taking classes for diesel here in San Antonio and this was the book I needed for class. I love how the book tells you everything in great detail and even shows pictures of how it works and how to take it apart and put it back together. I would recommend this book to anyone who is learning about deisel for the first time.

I am an ASE CERTIFIED TRUCK TECHNICIAN AND FOUND THIS TITLE TO BE REALLY HELPFUL IN MY REVIEWS FOR THE TES

I bought the book used. I recieved it in better than expected condition. Lot's of info. Thanks

Book just like new ordered friday the 20th and received on tuesday 24th. Very satisfied.

Book was delivered on time and exactly as described I am much more confident now using amazon to purchase items

Thanks Gabriel Lopez

this the 1st time me using this site so i don't have much to say, but i like what i need.i think its nice book for who just start how to work in shop or people who like to work with truck

i am asking about this book..when will you have a new book on this name calld heavy duty truck systems and can i get it... chris j coombes