Best Semi Truck To Buy For Beginners/ Owner Operators in 2022
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- Опубликовано: 17 май 2024
- What is the best semi truck to buy for beginners, new owner operators in 2022? What is the best first semi truck for you? This video answers your questions. Why Kenworth and Peterbilt are the leading trucks for beginners and owner operators?
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Your recommendation would be a 2014 or older Kenworth or Peterbilt. Did I get that right? Thanks
Listening to your presentation, it sounds like you are advising what someone should buy as a second or third truck in an established business. If I were just starting out, I'd scour the ads for a good cheap truck. I would buy something with the intent of keeping it a year or two before upgrading into something newer. I would also go for a pre-emission tractor without all the electronic junk, including the "safety" gadgets like auto braking and lane departure warning. Side radar for the blind spot is useful but having the brakes slam on when you aren't expecting them is outright dangerous. I have a 2007 truck on my radar. It has a Cat 13 and a 10-speed. It looks like it's new inside and out. AND I can own it for under $13,000 and pay cash for it. So if I pull the trigger, I'd be in my own truck on the cheap. I could drive it for a year or two and decide whether to keep it, get something else, or have it as a spare. 2290 is the same for one or two trucks. I'd put a 13-speed in it because I like keeping the engine in its torque curve...dropping a full gear doesn't always keep you there. I could use the C-13 for a core on a C-15 if I wanted to go big block. I've already run the flag for four decades. I happen to like being home every night and here in the Carolinas, there are plenty of opportunities to be home every night and gross $5,000 or more a week (plus FSC) running 400 miles a day, half of them empty. One guy runs an ad for $7,000 a week for 2500 miles. You could make more if you want to stay gone and live in the truck. My advice to a beginner or first-time owner operator: Buy something you can afford, even if you have to rebuild major components. Figure the rebuild into your purchase price. I have a $30,000 budget. I'd spend $12,500 for the truck and still have $17,500 in my maintenance account. New tires and brakes would cost about $6,000. Chicken lights and chrome are pretty but it's not always a beauty contest, especially when starting out. I like money so I'd stay away from dealers and find a smaller shop for regular maintenance. They will work with you once they get to know you and your prompt payments. Perhaps work you in when there is a waiting list elsewhere. Be smart, it's a business. One other thing. You can save about 30% by buying a truck in Canada because of the exchange rate. And most dealers will deliver it to you in the US with all the documentation you'll need to license it in your state and be EPA compliant.
I was thinking same about a purchase of a Canadian truck im looking to but my first truck too this year. Im going to look into going that Canada route
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@@bbqsprinkle What courses are you taking? I have plenty of time to write stuff.
Is the salt and such not a issue if you go Canada route ?
@@reggaeriderr not really, it is no different than getting a truck that ran all 50 states.
Thanks for the insight. What do you think about 2019 Peterbuilt with Paccar engine? Do you know of any issues it might have? Thanks
Loving the new format Ryan! Super informative
Thanks for the feedback! 👍
Thanks for all your wisdom,and I really appreciate your advice.
You are welcome! 😄
Appreciate the information.
Do you recommend buying a Kenworth or Peterbilt with a Paccar engine?
Seen the comment about the clutch not releasing. I drove a Ford 8000 many years ago that kept breaking off the clutch fingers .
About every 10000 km we needed a new clutch so we often drove for 2 or 3 days without having a clutch that would release. They finally found the problem the bell housing was missing a brushing on one side so cross shaft was not straight and the release was running on an angle.
That was after they replaced 5 or 6 clutch.
Hi Ryan! I have the Cummins inside for ISX 15 do you know it’s gona work for new X15 ?
Thank you!
Glad for your info, always! Thanks Rayan!
You are welcome!
I liked my Mack Anthem with the Cummins X15. Was a great runner while I drove it
GREAT SHOW. the new shop is looking good KEEP GOING
Thank you David
Ryan btw a create engine series 60 12.7, ixs or x15 or a 2020 paccar with 230k miles wich one would you tell me to get? Important decision
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Thank you!
Thank you for your channel, as usual very helpful.
Thank you for watching!
Great and helpful info, Thank you Ryan for sharing 😊
You are welcome! Thanks for watching!
My favorite topic. Great content Ryan. 👍
Thank you 🙏
I agree Kenworth 2020 and up are the way to go.
Great quality, good work, keep it up✌🏼💪🏻👍🏻
Thank you!
I am looking for a truck right now to become an owner operator first time and i really like your advice. You sir got a new subscriber. ✌️
Hello Ryan,
Great information
...as always.
Thank you!
Great video. Thank you for sharing.
You are welcome! Thanks for watching!
I love Peterbilt 579 mid roof. I feel like it's the best over all truck. But the paccar motor is garbage and cummins ix15 is hard to find. And they dont last more than 600k miles. Any suggestions? What motor is better?
appreciate the video!
Thank you for taking the time to comment! Thank you!
Appreciate your advice
Great Video Ryan, I appreciate the information. 🤝🏾🇺🇸💪🏾
Thank you 👍
@@truckingandfixing You're very welcome Brother, 🤝🏾🇺🇸💪🏾
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Thanks for the insight bro! What are the best tools for me to amass to work on and service my own truck?
What truck and engine do you have?
Hey Ryan, thanks for taking the time out to make these videos.
Have you made any videos about pros and cons & in's and outs of being a diesel mechanic from being the employee of a company like Paccar, etc to owning your own shop? If not, are you interested in making a video?
If anyone else would like to chime on, it would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks ✌🏽.
Thank you for the suggestion. We are in process of making a video about how to become a good mechanic. I will certainly add the difference between an employee mechanic and owner mechanic.
No problem and thank you Ryan. We're looking forward to the video.
Like the perspective and break down
Nice to know!
Keep up the good work.
Thank you Tom!
I have a 2016 volvo ISX 15 with a 13 speed trans going up the mountain in Pennsylvania goes up hills loaded like if I was empty got pretty good power
i'm considering buying KW with Cummins engine, what is the best HP & torque pulling dry van?
I have a lot of respect for you, have learned a lot from you, and grateful for all your content. I have also learned a lot about how to be a good and hard working man from you.Thanks for your hard work and everything you do.
Thanks 🙏
I have a MX13 paccar just got back on the road after 4 weeks waiting for a part that was on National backorder. The Ccv/ oil separator. Good video keep up the good work.
Thanks for sharing your experience. Stay safe on the road!
Might be able to get and use one from a parts yard until a new one comes in. Used parts aren't always bad parts.
so go with a cummins engine.. do you just prefer the looks of kenworth/peterbilt better? or is there a reson to go with them over something like an international with a cummins?? cause ive been seeing alot of petes & kenworths with paccar engines and ke worths vibrate so much that stuff starts falling apart (even though i do like the inside layout the best in them) they seem to rattle too much. more than other trucks
Thanks this was very informative appreciated the video plus I’m kw man myself
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Thanks for great content but I was wondering how you would compare a Western Star to a KW or a Pete. I'm only asking because I don't recall you talking or making a video about the Western Star
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I would like to hear about them as well. I've driven all of them and the western stars are by far my choice. The leg room is the best in the industry.
Freightliner now owns Western Star. They are similar. It all comes down to personal preference.
Same situation as Kenworth and Peterbilt.
Great Content. Thankyou
I’m graduating in software eng. but I can’t stop thinking about these trucks!!! I want to owner operate just to drive.
What ever you pick see about getting an aftermarket warranty it has helped me our alot I'm not a spokeswoman I'm just someone who had a good experience with them
Warranty is good if they can get you in quickly, I didn’t pick on warranty, just pointed out the long wait for the warranty claim might not worth it if you are down for many days.
Thank you!
You are welcome!
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Thank you!
How many miles can you put in Paccar engine if you maintain it good ?
Thank you!!
Thanks a lot Ryan. I like this information.
Do you believe the price it will be decrease for trucks?
The price already decreased. Probably will be more.
Western Stars are part of Daimler which is Freightliner. Most specs and characteristics should be about the same. I think you are limited to Detroit or Cummins power.
What to look for in 2003-07 trucks.?
Some people like to buy them why ?
They kind of expensive for old trucks.
What's the best box truck to start a fleet with
Thanks for the video Ryan. I never liked the ProStars/LT but I didn’t know they were that much of a pain. I like the older trucks & I really like older Paccar but do you think the older FLDs, Century’s or Columbias are worth buying? Just curious, I’d prefer a W900 or T600 but just wanted to know how the old Freightliners are.
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if it ain't classic, it's plastic.
Frightliners dash and cab is so much better..
I first saw your videos when I was looking for information about Landstar. I've been a company driver since '95 and I want to become an owner operator. Your videos have been and continue to be the best place to get information so that I can get started. Thank you!
You are welcome! Good luck! 👍
@@truckingandfixing Thank you!
Check Blue Ribbon Logistics for good Landstar info.
Thank you for all of the great insight. I'm not too far away from getting my CDL and I am thinking about get KW now I have a good idea of what to look for
Glad the video helped you to make a decision. 👍
Wow.. gonna buy a truck with ZERO experience... I WOULD HATE TO SEE YOUR INSURANCE BILL...
@@607as2 I have 4 months cdl-a, 2 yrs cdl-b. Clean license.
@@607as2 speaking of insurance how much can I expect to pay for a 2015 KW? I’m 27 with 2 years CDL a, clean record
@@richkadn9013 between 30-50k
The best truck I drove was a Western Star 4800, it was a grate truck to drive, it had Detroit engine, The Cummins is my favourite engine ( you can sense quality a mile away ) I drove a Kenworth and they are confidence inspiring, I never drove a truck with a good auto gearbox, they always revved too high and had strange issues, there was a good Roadranger gearbox I used, I always double clutched , but I realise you need to be able to use them without the clutch to get them back to the yard when the clutch pedal doesn't work
Hey boss man. I’ve had my license over 2 years. I’m looking forward to buy my first truck. Where can I get the best prices on a truck? So I can get started on my own. And where can I get the loads? I live south of Houston Texas. Any advice and recommendations I really appreciate it. My plan is to do just local. Thank you
Seriously, if I lived near you, you'd be my "go to" shop. That being said, I did manage to find a great shop near me that shoots straight and has competitive pricing. My first (and only so far) truck is a 2017 T680 with a Cummins. I am glad I went that route because I at least have options outside of dealerships to get troubleshooting done. Definitely somethings to consider when purchasing. I love my T680 and would definitely buy one again.
Thank you Ryan! I had the similar experience with my T680. Good reliable truck when I had it.
@@truckingandfixing what's your thoughts on 2015 kw t680 700,000 miles. Would you stay away from it. It has the isx15.
It was also fleet owned?
@@droc5289 oh.... fleet owned. Large company stay away. small company probably good to go. small companies usually takes better care of their assets because, they are so dependant upon them.
ours has been in the shop every other week. Never had any luck with Paccarr trucks
Different shops specialize in specific engines. I called Haggai in Georgia to see if they work on Caterpillar engines. They told me they are an ISX shop. I live in the Charlotte area but would limp one down there for decent service.
Thanks man
You are welcome!
If I was driving today, I would have spares of the parts that break down most frequently.
You could have a box full of environmental sensors, oxygen sensors and a spare turbo actuator that you carry with you.
If you can find a frequency analysis of part failure for your systems and carry the most likely parts that you will need to replace, you could stay on the road and make money.
You don't want to have to stop because the mechanic is waiting for a part to come in.
With the supply chain problems, you can bet the parts are getting to the big fleets first.
I've been driving x15s as a company driver for around a year now, I've only ever had 1 issue with the engine. I think it's hammered out the issues of the isx
Thanks for sharing your experience
@@truckingandfixing AWESOME video.
Do both have computer issues?
And.....whats the most common type or repair for both?
Thanks Bro
I wish Cummins would just make an x18- an 18liter, straight eight version of the x15. I would so buy one.
@@sandasturner9529 that would be badass
Solid info! Cummins is legendary! Drove a VNL with a Cummins in it as a company driver back in 2010 (long time ago). Pulled 44k up the grades strong with no issue, always got me home never left me stranded.
Thank you for sharing!
44k what a waste if you are not making money general frieght pays crap i just go from san Diego to Austin tx one way pays 18.000.00 this week
He meant 44k LBS. Of freight
I drove a 386 Pete with a deleted 450 Paccar engine and a 13-speed. That truck would do the j.o.b. But I think being able to split gears was important, not having to drop a full gear.
Cummins still doesn't compete with a cat, too bad it's no longer an option
Hell yeah bro that's why I fuck with you. Because you be making the best videos for truckers
Thank you! 😄
Petes pull and ride like a dream!!
Which one's are good for otr?
What do you think about those new international hood trucks?? Please do a review on those. TY
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Funny just watch one of your videos and you said freightliner. Pacar doesn’t back up their product. Been in all but Mack Volvo but out of Freight Pete Ken. Kinda lean more towards freight liner now.
Sir, I’m going to buy my first truck, I know you like Cummins and Kenworths, but do you recommend me W-xxx or T-xxx. I really appreciate your help, is important to me Thanks
Agreed on availability on parts, “but”. Pacar has gone crazy on their pricing!!!!! Kw and Pete are controlled by PACCAR. I drive a kw and the local dealership is horrible and out of stock a lot. Worst issue is they have to order everything even lights. So down time is always a problem. Thank you for video, a lot of great content!!!!
How many trucks have u owned....and u recommend kw and pete but spent the bulk of conversation talking about cummins...so I'd say either a kw or Pete w a Cummins? And what's your opinion of caterpillar
Not related to your pod cast. But do you have advise on diesel fuel additives? Thanks
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Great video
Thank you!
I love the old Kenworth and peterbuilt trucks, I don't like the lane sensors on the new trucks
Love my Peterbilt 587... my first truck like first love...
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what would your opinion be of newbies hauling tankers or hopper bottoms if they don't really want to be hauling a reefer or van?
I'm technically a newbie. I haul gasoline diesel Def. I think it's on the individual.
So, buying an older truck isn’t bad? Cause I love the older rigs but I am new to the field and I hear some people saying buy a newer truck.
Thank you for the info Ryan!
Would thus also apply to a day cab? Can you do an episode on day cabs if not?
Thank you!
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i change my turbo on my truck every 30 to 50 thousand miles that's when they start having trouble also do all the sensors at the same time i have never had a breakdown in 10 years i think its just cheap insurance 2012 w 900 cummins 15 575 hp 18 speed trans
Company driver here been driving freightliners internationals for 8 years but past 2 years been Pete 579 Cummings. I love the ride power comfort compare to freightliner. Breakdown wise i feel like it varies from truck to truck. If i go independent deff Pete or kenworth
Are pete and ken good for otr? I new to this
I just bought a KW with a Cummins ISX15. I’m having trouble getting the speed governor adjusted. I can’t go over 65, Can you help or anybody feel free to help. Thanks!
Wait, are you saying that Cummins and Kenworth parts are more available and cheaper than Freighliner ?
I have DD13 engine and parts are cheap. Although I’m not familiar with the pricing with other brands. I bought my water pump from Amazon for 312$ how much it cost for Cummins?
Hey Ryan I just purchased a 2015 international Prostar with a cummins what are your thoughts on this truck like maintenance. The truck only has 312,xxx miles and my turbo actuator is bad.
I don’t like international in general, not easy to repair. Cummins engine is a plus, easy to source parts and relatively easy to repair.
I'm considering an international truck, even with a Cummins engine, because they're so cheap. However, I'm hesitant because of concerns about reliability. Despite their affordability, I'm worried it might not last a few months before the engine gives out, given all the horror stories I've heard online. I'm in the market for my first truck and aiming for something decent. Could you assure me that it'll last at least six months without needing major repairs? I've seen a lot of cheap trucks from Chicago and Europe, but I'm afraid of ending up with a lemon and wasting money on a bad engine. Between International, Freightliner, Volvo, and Kenworth with a PACCAR engine, which do you recommend? Kenworth with a PACCAR engine seems to be the cheapest option I've found on Facebook Marketplace.
Great 👌 show for information
Thank you!
Only thing I think kw needs is the side bunk door like Peterbilt but all should have them makes it easier on the driver to not have to go through the cab putting the stuff you need in it in the sleeper like your food
I know the old Mack was built to work and last don't know about the new ones
How do you feel about a Volvo with Cummins?
All Class 8 truck manufacturers have been building progressively more junk since specifically 2008. The reason why modern Regen emissions trucks have the failure rate they do is because of the Chinese manufacturered electronic sensors, etc that make up the total package. The only engines I like, since CAT left the highway truck market, are Detroit Diesel Series 60 14L, DD15, DD16, and Cummins N14, and X15.
Thank you sir
You are welcome! Thank you for commenting! 🙏
I think any X15 is a good route to go in terms of having the best chance of good reliability.
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In this day and age . You need a high mpg truck . Like a Volvo 760 . A kw or Pete does 5.5 mpg . The kw 680 is nice though
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Resale is what’s important, and Pete’s probably matter more!
Do you do engine rebuild on c15?
Yes. Will offer the service in late June this year.
Do they have for sale cabover ?
I just bought a 2013 freightliner cascadia 10 speed paid 23k cash was it a good buy??!?
If purchasing an ISX - 15 , pull the valve cover and closely inspect the camshaft .
I just picked up a 2003 Kenworth T2000 with a cat C12 and 10 speed. Interior is in perfect shape, motor is new, new clutch and radiator. Cash 11k drove it home 600 miles. Got around 10mpg empty. Not sure what to do with it yet. Just found out insurance has doubled.
Frightliner is the best to me
How about western star trucks?
Thank you
You are welcome!
Love a good running kw with a Cummins
Kenworth + Cummins is the best combination
I’ve been driving a DD15 for about a year now and haven’t had an issue with the engine. Can probably easily get to 1mill miles
things change after 500k miles
A high mileage truck is always going to have issues pop up. The automated transmissions have E-Coast mode which isn't good for oil pressure and flow at high mileage. So if you can't drive a manual transmission truck you need to watch oil pressure carefully at high mileage. My Cascadia has 744 thousand plus miles on it and it's about to get an overhaul.
I'm looking to get a truck soon. I always love the the T680, but so many of them I see have the Paccar engine. What is your thought on those?
I had t680 myself, good truck. Paccar engine was good as well. Just need to make sure you have a scan and reset tool like otr performance to access Paccar engine for the possible engine derate.
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That motor is trash
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I'm getting a great deal and a well maintained Freightliner. The owner does flatbed and wants to do more heavy hauling so he wants more horse power. The truck has a DD13 engine in it. A few pple has been saying to stay away from that engine. What's your thought? Plz and thanks. Bless.
You need a bigger motor like the D15 or D16 to heavy haul. The bigger motors will make more torque lower in the rpm’s which you need. Also a truck with a DD13 likely will have a front axle with a max weight of 12,000 not 12,500 to 13,000 which is needed. Also the rear axle gearing will not be for pulling but more for efficiency with a DD13 truck
@@anthonydickinson9293 I will be doing refer. The owner now does flat and wants to carry heavier load so that's why he is selling. 70k for truck and refer.
I hear they are more expensive to work on. You would think that that isn't the case because it is a smaller engine. But the higher expenses come from the packaging. A larger portion of the engine is inside of the cab compared to the DD15, and thus harder to reach.