EVANSVILLE, Ind. — Accuride Corp. has launched a new series of how-to videos to help fleet maintenance technicians install and service its steel and aluminum wheels, Gunite-brand brake drums, and automatic slack adjusters (ASA).  

The videos use animation, technical diagrams, and step-by-step instructions to walk viewers through procedures for installing and maintaining components. Accuride customers can access the videos on Accuride’s website, app, and YouTube channel.

The new video series includes:

•    Accuride Wheel Service Video: Gives customers easy-to-follow instructions for wheel installation and maintenance, according to the supplier. The video covers single-piece rims and wheels and includes safe, effective steps for performing wheel removal by hand and machine, complete visual inspection, wheel end cleaning and preparation, tubeless tire installation, and proper mounting of the tire/wheel assembly.

•    Gunite Brake Drum Service Video: Provides proper installation, inspection, and maintenance procedures for Gunite brake drums to maximize their service life and ensure safe, reliable brake system performance in daily over-the-road use. The video demonstrates how to establish a periodic brake drum maintenance program that will help users recognize common symptoms and make necessary corrections to restore balanced braking performance.

•    Gunite ASA Service Video: Provides a step-by-step procedure to properly install, remove, inspect, adjust, and maintain Gunite ASAs.

For more information about Accuride’s range of steel and aluminum wheels and Gunite brake drums and ASAs, go here.