For Adelaide based owner operator Joel Meaney – who runs J & C Meaney Transport – a unique suspension solution from the Haire Truck and Bus has brought with it a wide range of benefits.
Along with its repairs and maintenance services, the Haire Truck and Bus offers its award winning HaireBag Suspension – a unique patented upgrade that can be fitted to any OEM truck or trailer air bag suspension.
Designed in Australia by Bill Haire, for Australian conditions, HaireBag Suspension addresses many of the common issues faced by operators with their suspension systems.
Joel started his business in 2011 and carts general freight predominantly between Adelaide and Darwin, along with occasional runs into Kununurra and Townsville.
Joel drives a 2013 Kenworth T909 that he’s had since new.
He approached Haire Truck and Bus because of ride issues he was experiencing in the truck – and says he’s been very impressed with the result.
“Some of the benefits I wouldn’t have believed if I hadn’t seen them myself. The truck is handling so much better with Haire. Stability has been improved and it’s most notable when I have the stock crates or high tarped loads. The truck stands up so much better particularly around corners,” Joel explained. He added that on every truck he’s had, HaireBag Suspension has shown positive results with the truck’s differential.
“The diff temperatures dropped straight away, on every truck we fitted it to – and it’s not a fluke, because this happened on every single truck.
“Having to reseal diffs can be a bane for many operators, but I’m finding I’m having to do it far less often now.”
Joel has also reported reduced tyre wear since fitting the HaireBag Suspension upgrade.
“The roads to Kununurra and across the Barkly are terrible, as are a lot of the roads in the remote areas. I’ve noticed my tyre wear has improved and evened out,” he said.
“Traction has been greatly improved too. I even notice this when driving around the yard pulling a dolly under a loaded trailer, with no weight on the drive.
“It’s certainly very noticeable.”
And Joel says this excellent product has been backed up with the service to match. “The service has been excellent. They’re one of those few companies that pick up the phone and always get back to you.”
For more information, please visit thehairetruckandbusrepairs.com.au or call 02 6056 2399.