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Re: Why Do Heavy Trucks Use Air Brakes Instead Of Hydraulic?
Posted to Technical Theory Forum on 4/3/2010 2 Replies

Ask anyone that has worked on a Lucas-Girling hydraulic system with spring actuated parking brakes on a Ford whether air or hydraulic are better. LOL

Air brakes are simpler, easier to maintain adjustment, less expensive to service, still function when they l... Login to read more.

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