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We could. But we won't.
Anyone can do simple oil changes. Seriously. Quickie-style PMs are common, easily performed, and don't take that much training. Many quickie-style PMs consist of dropping (draining) the oil, spinning on (changing) new filters, and maybe greasing the chassis.
Would you go to a doctor who skips everything from your neck down during a complete physical?
Or a dentist who only checks for cavities on your upper teeth?
Or a car safety inspection that only checks your headlights?
Yeah....we wouldn't either. So what's missing? Everything else.
Our PM services are performed by intelligent mechanics (each with a slew of certifications, one in the Automotive Hall of Fame). They will catch most problems before they occur. This allows YOU to decide when YOU want to fix it. It avoids the havoc created when a problem occurs in the middle of your already overbooked delivery schedule!
Most fleet managers know it is smart to lay a truck up for minor repairs while a driver is on vacation, the trucks are not running as hard or when scheduling allows some freedom. It is during these times that planned-for repairs can be easily scheduled. Pending advisories can be addressed and the truck put back into service without disrupting your schedule.
Additionally, repairs made BEFORE a catastrophic failure are ALWAYS LESS EXPENSIVE.
Take the example of a loose, frayed or failing engine belt...imagine changing that belt when the only thing needed to correct it is a new belt. Pretty simple job, eh?
Now look at that job again: this time the belt is ignored and it breaks... it takes out the $800.00 radiator... it macerates the $400.00 "special order" fan shroud (that lays the truck up for a week while you wait for it)... the hood strut is damaged... the engine overheats before the driver realizes it... the engine head warps... the piston cylinders get scuffed from high temperatures...
...yikes!
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