Why check temp on tires? Really necessary?
So I have read a few times now on this forum that people will check the temp of the tires with a laser infrared. I'm guessing this is to prevent blowouts due to rubbing brakes? Is this really ne...
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Halmfamily wrote:
I check our hubs, rotors? and tires on both the truck and trailer every time we stop. When I had my F350 I had a really high temp on my front driver side rotor, turned out my caliper was sticking and had to be replaced. Luckily we stopped close to home for fuel so we were able to drop the fiver take the truck home and repair it. Couple of hours later back on road and no further issues. Would have sucked if I had not found this out until hours into the trip. Good cheap insurance.
Found same problem on a rear wheel of TV just over weeks ago, 3days before our 11 day, 900 mile trip.
I agree, MUCH better to find and fix before getting far from home!
Just touch the hub and center wheel area with back of hand for excessive heat.
BTW, for anyone reading this...NEVER NEVER NEVER touch any of your brake components, such as rotor, when you have just driven a vehicle or you'll be smelling bacon for a while!
Bottom !ine? As others have said, you are looking to find any problems before they become an immediate pull the heck over and toast your trip disaster.
