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A heavy-duty truck's brake system is complex and must be maintained on a regular basis. From replacing your brake pads to adjusting your slack adjusters, you can count on Schroeder Truck Repair to have your back. Our services will ensure your truck is compliant with DOT rules and regulations, is braking properly and reliably, and is ultimately safe for you to operate. After all, brakes are perhaps the most important system in your heavy-duty truck, or in any vehicle on the road for that matter. Below you'll find some more information about our brake services here at Schroeder Truck Repair.
How Often Should I Maintain My Brakes?
How often you should maintain your brake system generally depends on how much you use your truck, and what you use it for. Unlike automobiles, heavy-duty trucks don't have noise indicators on their brake pads. This means a mechanic must manually inspect the lifespan of each brake pad. We highly recommend getting your brake pads inspected every time you enter our shop for maintaining your brake system is a matter of unparalleled importance. Aside from routine maintenance, we highly recommend getting your brakes maintained or repaired if you notice any of the following symptoms.
Poor Braking Performance
The most common indicator of brake wear is poor braking performance. This can be for a variety of reasons. First of all, pads that are significantly worn down may not provide reliable braking power. This is an easy fix, as replacing the pads is commonplace at every repair shop in the industry. Secondly, poor braking performance may also indicate an issue with your slack adjusters, especially if your brake pads are in good shape. For those unaware, slack adjusters are designed to take up slack as your pad wears down. If it's loose or not adjusted properly, your pushrod may have to travel significantly farther than it normally would, hence the poor performance. Last but certainly not least, poor brake performance may also indicate a problem with your air system, so be sure to get your truck checked out right away.
Truck Pulling to One Side
A truck that pulls to one side when braking, or even while driving, is one that likely has a brake issue. Slight pulling to one side may indicate misalignment, but anything more severe is likely brake related. If one of your brakes seizes up, meaning your brake pads are in constant contact with your brake drum despite having no pressure on your brake pedal, there will be significant friction created on one side. This uneven amount of friction pulls the truck to the side. We highly recommend coming in for service if you notice this symptom right away.
For Truck Brake Repairs in Denver, CO: Schroeder Truck Repair Has You Covered
Drivers from all over Henderson, CO rely on Schroeder Truck Repair as their full-service heavy-duty repair shop located in Henderson, CO. Our expert team combines old-school knowledge and experience with the latest technology and industry-leading equipment to ensure that our recommendations target the root of the problem, not just the symptoms. This two-pronged approach allows us to show customers the reasons behind the repairs we suggest. We’ll explain every aspect of the repair to keep you involved in the maintenance of your vehicle, so there are never any surprises. With our quality workmanship at Schroeder Truck Repair, once we fix something, you can trust that it will stay fixed. That's our Guarantee to you!
We value our customers
We are dedicated to providing the highest quality truck repair services in Colorado for our customers. As such, our shop is outfitted with all the special tools and equipment needed for any repairs that come in.
They have always provided dependable and reliable repairs. Car haulers dream shop. Welding, fabrication, mechanical, hydraulic...all under 1 roof. Staff is very knowledgeable and courteous. I will continue to rely on their expertise. Great place
Experienced and well-equipped shop that takes great care of your rig. I came in with a few issues—they took me in right off the street and had everything fixed within a couple of hours, saving me valuable time. Big plus: they really know how to maintain your Carhauler!
I'm very satisfied with the work done on F250 brake system here. My brakes were a disaster, and since I was traveling through Denver with my slide-in camper in the bed, I had to take it to a semi shop. These guys did a timely and thorough repair job, and were kind to work on my truck even though it's not a "big truck". The price was good and I will 100% be back should the occasion arise. On top of being skilled & professional, they were also friendly and easy to work with.
I've been using Schroeder's since 2010.My 2016 peterbilt had 95% of all repairs done here. I bought the truck new in 2015 it has 735,000 on it. They do all the work on my 2023 peterbilt also. They also do all my trailer repairs as my trucks are car haulers.Top notch service, excellent staff and good people that stand behind their work. They have gone above and beyond for me numerous times and I know they would for you too. Thanks for all you do! Great job for a really long time.
Everything went well. Everything was done in a timely manner. Excellent customer service. Melissa kept me updated with everything that was going on.
We were Left in a bind on our Annual inspections for our trailers, I called Schroder, and Phil was very helpful in getting the inspections completed. Joey was prompt, informative, polite, and their work is top notch. They are now our go to for any of our service needs on our trailer repairs.
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