Truck Drum Brake Repair Services in Idaho Falls, ID

Common Drum Brake Services

Brake Shoe & Pad Replacements 

Heavy-duty trucks use drum brakes rather than disc brakes to come to a stop. These systems must be adequately maintained if they’re to function properly on a regular basis. The most important part of drum brake maintenance is brake pad replacements. Brake pads are mounted to your brake shoes and, as such, when your brake shoes move towards your drum, your pads make contact! This act creates a lot of friction and brings your truck to a stop. Over time, these pads will wear down and need to be replaced. At DT Services, we have the equipment and technicians to get pads changed out in just a few moments! 

Slack Adjuster Calibration

Slack adjusters make sure your brakes are fully functional regardless of how worn down your brake pads are. Although slack adjusters are automatic, they can come out of alignment due to age, road debris, or a collision. Fortunately, we here at DT Services have the equipment and expertise needed to bring these components back up to speed! Symptoms of slack adjuster malfunction include poor brake performance and excessive brake pedal travel. 

Air System Repairs

Heavy-duty trucks use compressed air to power their brakes because it’s far more reliable than the fluid-based alternative. In order to keep your air system fully functional, we highly recommend getting it inspected on a regular basis. From your air storage tanks to your air compressor itself, ensuring all of the components are in good working order is one of the most important parts of brake maintenance. 

Contact Us

To schedule an appointment for brake service with DT Services in Idaho Falls, call today!