For the loads your HiRail truck carries.
Leaf springs and suspension keep a heavy HiRail truck supported through its working day. We repair these systems on accepted Kenworth HiRail material trucks, HiRail dump trucks and Brandt R4 power units at our Winnipeg shop.
Vehicle size, account type and service limits apply.
Check vehicle acceptanceStart with what changed.
- A broken leaf or damaged spring pack
- The truck sits low, leans or carries its load unevenly
- Worn spring bushings, shackles or mounting hardware
- Suspension movement or noise reported by the driver
What we can review.
- Leaf spring and spring pack repair or replacement
- Spring bushings, shackles and related suspension hardware
- U bolt fitment and spring mounting work
- Suspension assessment, measurements and an agreed repair plan
From the reported concern to an approved scope.
Vehicle configuration, access and the requested work are reviewed before the next stage is confirmed.
- 01
Confirm the account, truck configuration and required suspension work.
- 02
Assess spring condition, mounting hardware and access.
- 03
Agree parts, the repair plan and fleet authorisation.
- 04
Complete the accepted suspension work and document the handover.
A closer look at heavy HiRail suspension.
Questions about this service.
Direct answers help confirm whether the unit and requested work belong at Standard HiRail.
Do you repair Kenworth HiRail material truck suspension?
Yes. We accept leaf spring and suspension work on suitable Kenworth HiRail material trucks through eligible direct operator accounts. Confirm the dimensions, spring arrangement and repair required before bringing the truck in.
Can Brandt R4 and HiRail dump trucks be considered?
Yes, for leaf spring and suspension work after the vehicle configuration and service requirements are reviewed. This does not include railgear, hydraulic, crane, tipping equipment or power unit system repairs.
Do you undertake other repairs on these heavy HiRail trucks?
Our work on this category is limited to leaf springs and suspension. Rental, upfitter, dealership and service sublet work above F550 or Ram 5500 size is also outside our acceptance.
Talk through the heavy hirail suspension concern.
Have the unit number, year, make, model and a short description ready. We will confirm whether the vehicle and requested work fit our current service scope.