The Ford Econoline (E-Series) Van had quite a run, dating all the way back to early roots in 1961. Now, with the retirement of this popular van series, 2015 brought a new global platform to the market; the very popular Ford Transit. Due to improvements in fuel mileage (reduced fuel consumption) and cargo square footage, […]
COMPARATIVE TESTING RESULTS OF WHEEL CENTERING SLEEVES FOR COMMERCIAL TRUCK HUB-PILOTED WHEELS
The test was performed to replicate the clamping forces generated on hub-piloted commercial vehicle wheel/hub assemblies. The test compared forces generated when using OEM-style flange nuts, and various wheel centering devices. Testing was conducted by Braun Intertec, an independent testing facility, and paid for by Stempf Automotive Industries, Inc., the developer of Pilot Sleeve™ polyamide […]
