Keeping Agriculture Trucks in Working Order


The flooding in your area might be subsiding, but that’s just the start of the problem for many people. You might have to ford damp, muddy conditions when you need to plant. This in itself is hard enough, but when it can also affect your equipment like agricultural trucks. Agriculture trucks need maintenance after being used in muddy conditions or can experience problems. Here are a few things to consider after planting in such areas.

agricultural truckKeep Agriculture Trucks Clean

First and foremost, get your agricultural truck to a clean area with no mud so that you can wash it down and prepare it for its subsequent use or storage. Depending on whether it has a tank or not, you may want to use different methods to clean it. If you have a stainless steel tank or body, ensure that after spraying it down, you also get it dry. Otherwise, you can be left with stains. Leaving the mud to cake on the wheels, tires, and body can cause mechanical problems and leave stains and scratches. Get it off while it’s still wet and easy to maneuver. You’ll thank yourself later.

Use the Right Tires

You need to use the right tires if you’re working in muddy conditions. The right tires differentiate between creating big ruts, compacting the field, or getting stuck. If you need advice on the right tires for your equipment, we’re happy to work with you to find the best fit for your unique needs. Be sure to mention that you will be working in wet or muddy conditions, and we’ll find the best fit for your custom agricultural truck.

agricultural truckStore it Dry

Storing your agricultural truck right can be the difference between rust problems and a clean body. Rust can be costly to repair or replace if it gets too extreme. Take care of your agricultural truck now to avoid problems later. The best way to store your equipment is in a clean, dry, and covered environment. This could be a barn, or it could be under a tarp if necessary. When you only store for a bit between uses, ensure it’s covered and not exposed to the elements.

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Call Osco Tank & Truck Sales. We’re happy to advise you on the best methods to keep your agricultural truck in tip-top shape. Plus, we can help you design a custom agricultural tank truck that fits the needs of your operation. Contact us today for more information about our products and customization options.

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