 | Mike Davied is the owner & operator of Mikes Repair & Fabrication LLC located in Frontenac, KS. He has been repairing equipment for 40 years and has ran his own business for 20 years. For more information or to contact Mike please call 620-235-0061. |
Equipment, Maintenance & Repair
2012-02-28 12:11:40
Seasonal preparation
A: Well if it has showered or just rained or ANY bad weather after the mild winter we have been seeing it’s time to get out the service manual, (NOT THAT AGAIN!!!) Well, you asked.
On a more serious note let us start this season off with a plan; consult your paperwork that you started last fall, WHAT???? You don’t have a service plan!! Do not be afraid, this is a GOOD time to start a maintenance schedule while the winter is still with us. All you need is paper, pencil, and operators manual, OR a spread sheet and a computer. Find out what needs to be done, DO it, write it down, repeat, repeat, etc. NOW you are on your way to a successful season with all your service work done, documented, and planned out for the next time. Be sure to read and record hour meter/odometer readings, oil consumption, odd tire/ track wear, or anything that is unusual as the work progresses including, but not limited to, bearing replacement, belt adjustment, weird sounds, or vibrations. Sometimes you will need to consult a dealer, or other people to help you determine just what all these records mean and how what is contained in them will mean to you. Bottom line: it’s all about saving YOUR money. Check early, check often, and deal with any issues as they come up. If you deal with problems early and have parts replaced or repaired by a professional, you will avoid bigger and more costly repairs.
