1 million miles VS rubber components.. What to replace??

[xzostd1]

What should I replace on my million mile 2001 Volvo 770 N14.
I'm focused on non engine items
My plan is to own this truck at 2 million miles
Specific items are:
suspension air bags and control valve

Brake chambers, hoses, control valves and ABS sensors

Wheel bearings and seals

Also since I'm operating at the edge of the world (Upper MI) is there any thing I should install to help with winter operation in extreme cold. (Besides Mittens)
Are some of these generic parts (look for lowest price) or should I stick with specific brands??
Thanks again forum participants
Bill Menominee MI

[allan5oh]

There are so many air lines and control valves, that it doesn't make sense to change them all. Especially on a volvo.

I just change things as stuff breaks, or starts to go. For example, when a brake chamber goes in the back, change the 2 hoses connected to it. Also, get a "lifeseal" brake chamber, they last much longer.

You should definitely change all driveline fluids. Make sure the truck is being greased properly. Keep close attention to the grease nipples on the transmission, if you miss those, your crosshaft will go.

Change the batteries, starter, and make sure those wires are TIGHT. Tighten them once a month, at least!

Lubricate things that might wear out. Wipers, hood shocks, door hinges, etc..

ABS sensors will go, but again they're not worth the effort. Usually it's the wires that go on volvos, not the sensors themselves.

Wheel bearings again do not need to be replaced, but if you have to do a wheel seal, or any s-cam work, you might as well change out the races and the bearings, since they're going to be apart anyways. If the oil in your front hubs is getting dirty, I'd change the bearings.

Get the air dryer element and purge valve changed. These can bugger up and leave you stranded!

[yoopr]

Damn-Another Yooper on here :P
welcome-who you with? Veriha?

[xzostd1]

Damn-Another Yooper on here :P
welcome-who you with? Veriha?

I'm a immigrant (legal)
Green Bay to Menominee
Running flats with Roehl. I started their school May 8 of this year.
Bill

[bob h]

What should I replace on my million mile 2001 Volvo 770 N14.
I'm focused on non engine items
My plan is to own this truck at 2 million miles
Specific items are:
suspension air bags and control valve

Brake chambers, hoses, control valves and ABS sensors

Wheel bearings and seals

Also since I'm operating at the edge of the world (Upper MI) is there any thing I should install to help with winter operation in extreme cold. (Besides Mittens)
Are some of these generic parts (look for lowest price) or should I stick with specific brands??
Thanks again forum participants
Bill Menominee MI

Auxilliary cab/engine heater... webasto, etc.

[watevr777]

Replace what is wore out or broken

[xzostd1]

Replace what is wore out or broken

I'm taking a slightly different path. Each time I visit a area I will be replacing wear items that do not look like new. Example: I just replaced front axle king pins, shoes, hdw, drums,seals..... the hoses, chambers and wheel bearings looked new.
My next adventure will be the cooling system!! (new heater core in hand) :wink:
If I visit a area I would like to not have to revisit it.
Bill

[bob h]

Replace what is wore out or broken

I'm taking a slightly different path. Each time I visit a area I will be replacing wear items that do not look like new. Example: I just replaced front axle king pins, shoes, hdw, drums,seals..... the hoses, chambers and wheel bearings looked new.
My next adventure will be the cooling system!! (new heater core in hand) :wink:
If I visit a area I would like to not have to revisit it.
Bill

Why in the world would you replace a heater core that isn't leaking or blocked??? Why didn't you spend your money on a cooling system pressure tester instead?

Flushing and re-charging the cooling system, yes that's a good maintenance practice. Replacing the core because it's next on your list, hmmmmmm?

Why not replace the radiator, they are likely more prone to failure. How 'bout the water pump (what make of engine is this, again?), it could well be due.

Power steering system, now there's a system that's ALWAYS under-maintained ;0)

[Dejanh]

YES, radiator, check your radiator. Test is not that expensive and if the found something wrong just change the whole thing, dont try and,,fix'' it. Theres so much dirt that can get involved in your cooling system that you wont know untill you pull a heavy load thru California or Wyoming...

If youre plannin another million mile adventure do whats right and if the difference between ,, yeah you can rebuild that'' and a new part is 200-300 bucks, just put the dang on new part in...

At least thats what i would do...truck is a buisiness tool and if its binging you money just maintain it..


My 02..

[xzostd1]

I'am in the midst of installing a pile of new parts and will keep updating on the progress.
Bill

[Blind Driver]

If it ain't broke, don't fix it

[bob h]

If it ain't broke, don't fix it

Seems like common sense, assuming that such a thing still exists...