Air Brake Foundation

This second seminar is a common sense approach to performing a brake job. The participant learns:

• To disassemble the wheel end with a complete analytical look at the components
• To diagnose wear patterns and component failure to determine air system problems versus foundation problems
• Acceptable tolerances and whether or not the component should be reused
• Proper wheel bearing inspection procedures with proper installation methods
• Proper wheel seal inspection and installation procedures
• The identification of self-adjusting slacks and the proper installation of major brands
• Proper installation of brake chamber assembly and proper cutting of the push rod and slack mounting, and
• Identification of brake shoes and linings used today including the new generation of extended service FSMI numbers

All methods and procedures are demonstrated in a training environment using working models. Attendees receive a certificate of achievement upon conclusion of this course.