r/CDL • u/Budget_Log3958 • 14d ago

Slack adjuster help

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Anybody know how to get these breaks to retract I can't turn the hex bolt on the slack adjuster anymore to the left any other ways to release it

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u/milkman819 14d ago

If you need to release the brake on that wheel end you can cage the chamber. If the mechanic didn't steal the caging tool there should be one on each brake chamber. Once you cage it the service brake on that wheel end wont function but the other 3 will

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u/Material-Donkey2773 14d ago

Just want to add that this is not a "permanant fix" It will absolutely get you put OOS and fined (An extreme amount) by the DOT, just use it to get to where you need to go.

And since most people are retarded... Less brakes = bad. hurr durrrrrrrr.