Service, Repair, and Reconditioning
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What happens here
After cleaning, machines are moved to the service department. Mechanics perform comprehensive checks and repairs based on the initial inspection report from Fleetio. This includes oil changes, grease jobs on all joints and pins, checking and topping off all fluids, and inspecting/replacing air filters. Any physical damage like rust spots on bumpers, broken mirrors, or other bodywork issues are addressed. Bondo (body filler) is applied, sanded smooth, and the machine is repainted to restore its aesthetic appeal. This meticulous attention to detail ensures that the equipment is mechanically sound and visually appealing before being offered for sale.
Goal: Restore equipment to optimal mechanical and aesthetic condition.
Tools and materials
- Air Filters — Replacing dirty air filters
- Basic Hand Tools — General repair and maintenance tasks
- Bondo — Repairing dents and imperfections on the body
- Grease Gun — Applying grease to moving parts and joints
- Mechanic's Creeper — Allowing mechanics to easily slide under large machinery for repairs
- Oil Filters — Replacing old oil filters during an oil change
- Oil/Fluids — Performing oil changes and topping off other fluids
- Paint — Repainting repaired sections or entire machine
- Sandpaper/Sander — Sanding down damaged areas before body filler and paint
- Stepladder — Accessing higher parts of the equipment