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Today's Terms
Axle Ratio
Definition:
On rear-wheel-drive vehicles, rear-axle ratio is an important part of a successful towing equation. It is expressed as a ratio between the driveshaft revolutions per minute and the rear axle?s revolutions per minute. It is always given as a numerical expression like 4.1 1. This means the small pinion gear at the end of the drive shaft must rotate 4.1 times for every single rotation of the rear axle.
Equipment Trucks
Definition:
Such as Crusher, Dozer, Excavator, Feeder, Grader, Paver, Roller, Screen, Skid Loader, New Skid Steer, Stump Grinder, Tractor, Tub Grinder, Garbage Trucks.
Anti-lock Brakes
Definition:
With an anti-lock brake system, a sensor in an about-to-be locked up wheel sends a message to a computer. The computer immediately starts releasing and applying that brake, killing the lock up
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