We get it here at Tri Valley Auto Repair & Diesel. You rely on your diesel work truck every single day. The problem is, you’re not sure that it’s meeting your needs. It seems like it’s too small. Is there a way you can tell whether you need a larger work truck? Well, to start, if you are experiencing any of the things listed below, your truck is likely too small.
You Overload It
It’s really easy to tell that your truck is too small if you are constantly having to overload it. If you do not have enough room in the bed and the cab for all of your tools and equipment, you need a larger truck. Continuing to overload the truck will not only damage it, but if you are overloading it beyond its weight capacity, you might damage it beyond repair, especially the suspension. Your tools and equipment should fit in your truck easily and not go beyond its maximum weight capacity.
It Doesn’t Seem as Powerful
You may also notice that your diesel work truck isn’t as powerful as it used to be and the reason why could be that you are overloading it. If you are stressing out the engine by putting too much weight in the bed and cab, you will notice that the power lags all the time or when you are going up hills or towing things. This is definitely a sign that you need a larger truck.
You Make Multiple Trips
You may also need a larger truck if you find yourself making multiple trips to and from the various jobsites that you work. Your truck should be big enough to haul everything you need for the day in one trip. If you need to purchase supplies, they should fit easily in your work truck. Otherwise, you find yourself wasting time and diesel fuel by going back and forth between the supply shop and the jobsite.
It Breaks Down Constantly
Finally, if your diesel work truck breaks down constantly, this is a sign that you are overtaxing it. It could be that you are going above the weight capacity when you load it, or it could be that you are making too many trips in a day, although the latter should not matter. Your diesel work truck should be able to handle what you expect out of it. If it’s breaking down all the time, it’s not handling it.
We’d be happy to inspect your diesel work truck here at Tri Valley Auto Repair & Diesel in Limon, CO, to determine if it needs any services. Call us today to schedule an appointment.
