VSP News: Kolman's Korner, Episode 59 - Fontaine Parts Connection and Fifth Wheels

July 21, 2014
Todd Shelton, president of Fontaine Parts Connection, about some typical maintenance issues associated with fifth wheels.

In this installment, Fleet Maintenance editor David A. Kolman talks with Todd Shelton, president of Fontaine Parts Connection, about some typical maintenance issues associated with fifth wheels. The company is a manufacturer of fifth wheels and heavy duty parts.

Among the matters discussed: fifth slack, vibration and lubrication, and typical problems with coupling a tractor and trailer.

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