Cat Eye System Flashcards
Where does the system attach?
Rear dual hubs
What percent are the tires within when the “eye” is completely closed?
2% of the recommended pressure and are equalized.
What is the sign of a slow air leak?
Eye begins to open, pressure has dropped 5-6%
The eye is completely open at what %?
10% under the set pressure
What prevents both tires from going flat if one tire developed a leak or blows out?
Internal check valve
What causes unnecessary heat to prematurely damage fire casings, eat away tire tread and increase rolling resistance?
Under inflated tires
What will cause faster tread wear and increase fuel consumption?
Unequal pressure in rear duals
What must be checked during daily apparatus check?
Lug nuts (loose or missing) Wheels (cracks) Tire tread (front 4/32, rear 2/32) Sidewall damage (cuts)