Air leak

[JimT]

(02-23-2020 )Nilao Wrote:  mine stretched the plastic tabs at each end. After cleaning and replacing all the o-rings it stopped leaking for about a month then started leaking between the valves again. I found a aftermarket provider for the main 5 valve block and replaced it. I have not replaced the one for the 5th wheel release as it doesn't work so I just removed the air line from the air dryer and plugged the hole. I just have to get out and pull the lever...no big deal as it's a 30 second chore.

I never quite understood the big to do about air release 5th wheel, other than some corporate way to limit liability for driver injuries. You gotta get out and crank the landing gear down and unhook the air/electric lines anyway. I have one of those on my tractor and almost never use it.