A recent article from The Wall
Street Journal detailed a family’s unique relationship with their 1964
Chevrolet C10 pickup truck. Purchased in the mid-1970s by Hannibal Anderson,
the Chevy pickup truck, affectionately known as “Old Blue,” is an all-purpose
vehicle for the family ranch. Over the years, various members of the family
spanning three generations took turns driving the pick-up for work and leisure,
becoming an important figure in cherished family memories. Today, the vehicle
belongs to Daniel Anderson, Hannibal’s son.
In a world where most people purchase and sell cars every three years or
so, stories like the one about “Old Blue” are truly fascinating. The best part
is that you and your family can easily have a similar experience! You can drop
by trusted car dealerships
near Portland, Oregon, like McLoughlin Chevy, and find a fantastic new truck to
become a part of your family. The key is keeping up with the necessary
maintenance. With that in mind, here are a few maintenance tips you can use:
Keep Fluid Levels Up
It’s more than just replacing the oil every 7,500 miles or every six
months (whichever comes first). Running low on coolant, brake fluid,
transmission fluid, and other fluids is a quick way to drastically shorten the
lifespan of your pickup truck. On top of keeping fluid levels high, you should
also regularly check the condition of the fluids, especially if you drive long
distances or go off-road frequently. Fluids can easily turn into sludge in such
conditions, which will wreak havoc on your engine.
Inspect Your Tires and Wheels
Tires tend to wear unevenly, which may lead to issues with your truck’s
suspension. This is especially true for the front tires. The best way to ensure
even wear is to rotate your tires at the same time you replace engine oil. This
is also a good time to ensure that your tires are properly balanced to avoid
accelerated wear on your tires that may lead to blowouts.
As for the wheels, you’ll need to make sure they are aligned properly. A
quick way to check this is to see if your truck drifts to one side or another
when you let go of the wheel while driving. If it does, your wheel alignment
may be off. In such cases, it’s best to bring your truck to car dealerships with an
in-house service center to have the wheels realigned.
Have the Underside Washed
If you plan to go off-road in your new pickup truck every other weekend,
be sure to set aside time during a weekend to clean the underbelly of your
truck. You’d be surprised by how much mud may be caked underneath your truck.
This poses a problem as the mud can easily lead to rust and other forms of
corrosion. Clean out the underside and protect the metal parts with a degreaser
every month or so, depending on how often you go off-road.
About McLoughlin Chevy:
McLoughlin Chevy is a respected car dealership serving Portland, OR and
other nearby areas. We take great pride in carrying the latest cars from
Chevrolet, including sedans, SUVs, pickup trucks, and more. We also offer a
variety of used vehicles at great prices.
Sources:
How a 1964 Chevy Pickup
Became Part of the Family, WSJ.com
The Long Haul: 10 Tips to
Help Your Truck Run Well Into Old Age, RoadandTruck.com
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