Cracks and corrosion in a trailer’s upper coupler aren’t always easy to see. The damage to this dry van trailer (Great Dane) was hidden underneath a thick layer of grease. Fortunately, the Technician did a thorough inspection and took the time to scrape off some of the grease, revealing a crack.
Using the Milwaukee M12 Auto Technician Borescope, the internal portion of the coupler was inspected. This footage confirms that the coupler has been compromised, and corrosion is becoming an issue.
Borescope Footage
The Milwaukee M12 Auto Technician Borescope was recently added to our Trailer Technician Tool Set Build. Stay tuned for more examples of how the tool is used for inspecting trailers and yard trucks.