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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.
2019, bought a 03 freightliner with a 12.7 Detroit for 11k. 140k miles later with minimal breakdowns, I made about $5.75 a loaded mile. You do the math, this 12.7 Detroit so far has 40x my investment. Again, 12.7 Detroit.
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.
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.
If you like it go for it, also you can do good money in the long term. I personally am a chemistry engineer student from Argentina lol and be a trucker in the us is like dreamed retirement plan.
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
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.
@@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.
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.
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.
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 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!
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.
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
I owned three trucks last year. Just sold two of them. I kept the one I have been driving. 99 FLD with 12.7 60 Series Detroit and 13 speed Eaton. It was the oldest but the one that costed me the least to operate. God willing, it will be the only truck to owns and drive until I drop.Should I tell more?
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.
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
My favorite truck is Pete 579, but Paccar is not keeper after 450k miles, if I order Cummins I’d buy it with 13 or 18 manual transmission, but I’m tired 🥱 of shifting gears, can’t do shifting for next 10 years
I'll say this drive past a peckar,freight shaker or inter trash inal dealer and there are always trucks sitting outside the shop. But I most often don't see any trucks waiting for repairs outside a vulva dealer.
@ssingh8166 dealer shoo lots don't lie not to mention if you have issue with a freightliner any ta or petro is an authorized service/repair center same with international and loves. But a lot of places won't even touch a volvo, and they are still not piling up at dealer service shops
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?
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!!!!
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
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.
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.
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
I keep 2 trucks in case one goes down I have the other until my main truck come out the shop.. my primary truck:2016 Freightliner cascadia DD13 460k miles Secondary truck: 2006 international 9400i Cummins ISX CM870 390k miles after rebuild & 960k miles on chassis. Both trucks paid for and been driving for almost 3years been an owner operator for 2 years
Same here… I have a Kenworth and Peterbilt… both works well. Deleted the Pet and the Kenworth is running well with a Paccar MX-13… surprisingly the paccar is doing me very well.
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 drove a 2001 freightliner classic xl with an N 14 commons 13 speed back in the day It was a sweet ride it was set up as a heavy haul by the original owner . It had been rode hard for 700,000 miles when i got it but after i got done going thru it I got a consistent 7 + miles to the gallon . She rode great worked hard people could not believe i had over a million on it with no rebuild on it . My only major issue was the sealed steering axle hubs .I once had an emissions test done on it for shits and grins and it shocked them .I was well inside of the limits of even new trucks of the time that was in 2013 .Just goes to show how important service and maintenance is . A few dollars up front saves thousands down the road.
Absolutely NOTHING wrong with a Red Top N-14. We had about 50 of them in our fleet at Roadway years ago. If I had to get a tractor swapped out because of defects, I always looked for one of them.
I have a 2012 Columbia, Schneider glider, with over a million miles. I have put half of those miles on it. The series 60 Detroit has served me well. Oil samples are still coming back clean for wear metals. Saving for the rebuild when the oil sampling says its time.
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.
I am a company driver and I've driven comfortably as old trucks and comparable amount of miles on freightliners international Volvo and now Kenworth. I'm in I want to say it's a 2023 or 2022 Kenworth t680 and honestly I would trade it in and a heartbeat, for the international that I had Was the international LT. It had it their sheriff works like all of these trucks do none of them are perfect but overall I've actually had more down time issues out of this truck and more issues with the HVAC system especially when it's hot out and the air conditioning doesn't want to kick on. The automatic raising and lowering seat like I get out my truck to get out and look and mess around with whatever I got and mess around with and I get back in the seat and then I got to wait a few seconds for the air to build back up and put the seat back where I had it. Not to mention the warranty work this damn truck has had. And then for no reason I'm driving down the driving down the highway in Birmingham Alabama literally in the middle of the road something happened to my air and my transmission and I'm literally stuck in the middle of the road I didn't drive over anything I didn't drive anywhere I wasn't supposed to I didn't drive it anywhere I wasn't supposed to just all the sudden it just stopped working and of course that fancy little air ride seat then wants to sinks all the way to the ground when it loses air pressure so yeah bro I would never buy a Kenworth. As much as people like to talk shit on them I've had the best experience over my 4 1/2 years driving truck with nine different companies and damn it give me a damn Freightliner Cascadia. Media Western Star I haven't had too much experience with those guys yet but from my understanding they're basically like maybe fancier versions or some shit of the Freightliner Cascadia bro you can keep these damn Kenworth trucks
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.
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
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.
Had my CDL for only 5 years, but in that time have been with 6 different employers driving all kinds of semi’s, manual and auto, old and new, Peterbilt , Volvo, Freighliner, Kenworth, International, all have their quirks. In my current job I’m driving 2022 Volvos . A breeze to drive but a lot of little stuff going wrong already, drivers seat moving around excessively, lumbar control button seat broke, electric mirror, speaker malfunction, hood release cable, power steering assist issue, to me this does not bode well on a brand new truck. Again these Volvos are great to drive but I’d be annoyed with these problems if it was my own truck.
Im.not sure were you think volvos a good Truck. The steering is way to soft suspension and handeling is awful floats all over the lane. The only thing I really like is the asthmatics of the cab. The quality of many of the parts on the truck are garbage. The engineer who designed that hood latch had his head up his ass.
Cummings parts prices are out of hand. Just had to change out my turbo and actuator. Total parts were 10k. Ridiculous I'll run the old truck with the cat c15 and park the new one
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.
The worst thing I hated about having the paccar mx-13 ....I was stuck going to the dealership because of software nobody was able to really read or understand the codes and or perform regens or recalibrations ... Then there was the wiring harness problem to the scr system and other phantom problems I was in and out of the dealership every 2 months or so with $10,000+ bills it just got too much and I got rid of the truck...
Yea... I feel you, man. These trucks with Paccars in them are completely fkin useless. I've got the exact same issue with my current 2019 T680. Except instead of every 2 months or so, it's been a monthly thing for me for the past 3 months. I'm a day cab driver. It's had to be towed back to the dealership 3 times so far within the last 5,000 miles. You are SO correct about the phantom electrical issues too. Getting derated over the dumbest shit. I got derated over an "adaptive cruise control fault". I pulled over, turned the vehicle off, turned it back on, and it was gone and never came back. I also had a transmission fault when I tried to put it into manual shifting mode for a hill. It told me to stop driving to prevent transmission damage. Derated and pulled over on the hill... shut the truck off, turned it back on, problem gone. Roughly 4 other examples but you get the point! Paccars are nutless crap engines.
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.
Well I've been driving since 05 and I would have to say do not get near any truck that has the paccar 2021 or newer engines in them, they have had many problems and issues with the injectors and the def system.
What’s up dude, Volvo guy here. Not a mechanic just a o/o. Pros - newer Volvos/Mack’s have the best emission systems in the industry. Better engineered motors so far. Better parts over all if maintained properly. Volvo/Mack hasn’t had much of a problem with parts being back ordered. Easy to work on the truck once you get used to it. Best comfort/ride quality and maneuverability. Good oil/fuel filtration system, probably best in the industry. Mack parts I’ve noticed are cheaper and their own networks are better then Volvos. Cons - dealer networks is shitty like any other network but Volvo network is pretty good at being bad in that area lol. Parts are expensive compared to some others but parts last a while. Finding good Volvos shops and dealers to work with is a hit or miss but it’s better then cummins lol. Electrical issues has been a big issue for a long time with Volvos but I’m not entirely sure how bad or if it’s even the same with Mack’s.
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
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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
Please write my school papers
@@N.I.K.O.S-u8j 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 ?
How much net is usually for a 5000 a week income?
2019, bought a 03 freightliner with a 12.7 Detroit for 11k. 140k miles later with minimal breakdowns, I made about $5.75 a loaded mile. You do the math, this 12.7 Detroit so far has 40x my investment. Again, 12.7 Detroit.
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. ✌️
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
I’m graduating in software eng. but I can’t stop thinking about these trucks!!! I want to owner operate just to drive.
If you like it go for it, also you can do good money in the long term. I personally am a chemistry engineer student from Argentina lol and be a trucker in the us is like dreamed retirement plan.
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
@@truckingandfixing Thank you for sharing
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.
Loving the new format Ryan! Super informative
Thanks for the feedback! 👍
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.
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.
Thanks for all your wisdom,and I really appreciate your advice.
You are welcome! 😄
That’s a awesome studio backdrop. Congratulations on your new workspace 👍🏼
Thank you!
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!
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Glad for your info, always! Thanks Rayan!
You are welcome!
I ve always have Volvo with the D12 pre-emissions and the EGR deleted and those engines are like bulletproof
Thanks my brother! 💯
I agree Kenworth 2020 and up are the way to go.
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.
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
Thanks for the advice and very good information.
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I owned three trucks last year. Just sold two of them. I kept the one I have been driving. 99 FLD with 12.7 60 Series Detroit and 13 speed Eaton. It was the oldest but the one that costed me the least to operate. God willing, it will be the only truck to owns and drive until I drop.Should I tell more?
what were the 2 you sold??
12.7 Detroit is the money making king.
Like the perspective and break down
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.
Petes pull and ride like a dream!!
Which one's are good for otr?
Hell yeah bro that's why I fuck with you. Because you be making the best videos for truckers
Thank you! 😄
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
My favorite truck is Pete 579, but Paccar is not keeper after 450k miles, if I order Cummins I’d buy it with 13 or 18 manual transmission, but I’m tired 🥱 of shifting gears, can’t do shifting for next 10 years
GREAT SHOW. the new shop is looking good KEEP GOING
Thank you David
I'll say this drive past a peckar,freight shaker or inter trash inal dealer and there are always trucks sitting outside the shop. But I most often don't see any trucks waiting for repairs outside a vulva dealer.
but i hav heard volvo has alot of sensor issues..
@ssingh8166 dealer shoo lots don't lie not to mention if you have issue with a freightliner any ta or petro is an authorized service/repair center same with international and loves. But a lot of places won't even touch a volvo, and they are still not piling up at dealer service shops
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?
I liked my Mack Anthem with the Cummins X15. Was a great runner while I drove it
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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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!!!!
What about daycab?
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
@@Solitude633 yea the 579 very roomy nice ride t680 stand up sleeper
My favorite topic. Great content Ryan. 👍
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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.
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.
How many miles can you put in Paccar engine if you maintain it good ?
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
I keep 2 trucks in case one goes down I have the other until my main truck come out the shop.. my primary truck:2016 Freightliner cascadia DD13 460k miles
Secondary truck: 2006 international 9400i Cummins ISX CM870 390k miles after rebuild & 960k miles on chassis. Both trucks paid for and been driving for almost 3years been an owner operator for 2 years
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So you're paying insurance on 2 trucks?
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Same here… I have a Kenworth and Peterbilt… both works well. Deleted the Pet and the Kenworth is running well with a Paccar MX-13… surprisingly the paccar is doing me very well.
@@Boomhauer333 I'd cancel except for comprehensive (theft, fire, etc) on the parked one.
Great Content. Thankyou
Appreciate your advice
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
I believe they all good trucks the problem is the newest material is making this trucks aren’t good enough to last a lot more time,
Hello Ryan,
Great information
...as always.
Thank you!
I drove a 2001 freightliner classic xl with an N 14 commons 13 speed back in the day It was a sweet ride it was set up as a heavy haul by the original owner . It had been rode hard for 700,000 miles when i got it but after i got done going thru it I got a consistent 7 + miles to the gallon . She rode great worked hard people could not believe i had over a million on it with no rebuild on it . My only major issue was the sealed steering axle hubs .I once had an emissions test done on it for shits and grins and it shocked them .I was well inside of the limits of even new trucks of the time that was in 2013 .Just goes to show how important service and maintenance is . A few dollars up front saves thousands down the road.
This right here, "a few thousands up front can save alot down the road"
*thousands
Absolutely NOTHING wrong with a Red Top N-14. We had about 50 of them in our fleet at Roadway years ago. If I had to get a tractor swapped out because of defects, I always looked for one of them.
I have a 2012 Columbia, Schneider glider, with over a million miles. I have put half of those miles on it. The series 60 Detroit has served me well. Oil samples are still coming back clean for wear metals. Saving for the rebuild when the oil sampling says its time.
Thank you for your channel, as usual very helpful.
Thank you for watching!
Love my Peterbilt 587... my first truck like first love...
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Great video. Thank you for sharing.
You are welcome! Thanks for watching!
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.
Agree with you on the Cummins engine all the way.
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but i heard detroit & cat engines are more reliable...
Nice to know!
I am a company driver and I've driven comfortably as old trucks and comparable amount of miles on freightliners international Volvo and now Kenworth.
I'm in I want to say it's a 2023 or 2022 Kenworth t680 and honestly I would trade it in and a heartbeat, for the international that I had
Was the international LT.
It had it their sheriff works like all of these trucks do none of them are perfect but overall I've actually had more down time issues out of this truck and more issues with the HVAC system especially when it's hot out and the air conditioning doesn't want to kick on.
The automatic raising and lowering seat like I get out my truck to get out and look and mess around with whatever I got and mess around with and I get back in the seat and then I got to wait a few seconds for the air to build back up and put the seat back where I had it.
Not to mention the warranty work this damn truck has had.
And then for no reason I'm driving down the driving down the highway in Birmingham Alabama literally in the middle of the road something happened to my air and my transmission and I'm literally stuck in the middle of the road I didn't drive over anything I didn't drive anywhere I wasn't supposed to I didn't drive it anywhere I wasn't supposed to just all the sudden it just stopped working and of course that fancy little air ride seat then wants to sinks all the way to the ground when it loses air pressure so yeah bro I would never buy a Kenworth.
As much as people like to talk shit on them I've had the best experience over my 4 1/2 years driving truck with nine different companies and damn it give me a damn Freightliner Cascadia.
Media Western Star I haven't had too much experience with those guys yet but from my understanding they're basically like maybe fancier versions or some shit of the Freightliner Cascadia bro you can keep these damn Kenworth trucks
Great and helpful info, Thank you Ryan for sharing 😊
You are welcome! Thanks for watching!
If purchasing an ISX - 15 , pull the valve cover and closely inspect the camshaft .
I think any X15 is a good route to go in terms of having the best chance of good reliability.
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Do recommend super sleeper trucks?
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.
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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
Appreciate the information.
Do you recommend buying a Kenworth or Peterbilt with a Paccar engine?
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
Great 👌 show for information
Thank you!
i'm considering buying KW with Cummins engine, what is the best HP & torque pulling dry van?
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.
Had my CDL for only 5 years, but in that time have been with 6 different employers driving all kinds of semi’s, manual and auto, old and new, Peterbilt , Volvo, Freighliner, Kenworth, International, all have their quirks. In my current job I’m driving 2022 Volvos . A breeze to drive but a lot of little stuff going wrong already, drivers seat moving around excessively, lumbar control button seat broke, electric mirror, speaker malfunction, hood release cable, power steering assist issue, to me this does not bode well on a brand new truck. Again these Volvos are great to drive but I’d be annoyed with these problems if it was my own truck.
Im.not sure were you think volvos a good Truck.
The steering is way to soft suspension and handeling is awful floats all over the lane.
The only thing I really like is the asthmatics of the cab. The quality of many of the parts on the truck are garbage. The engineer who designed that hood latch had his head up his ass.
@@fuzznutz7182 floats all over the road?! I really don’t know what you’re talking about.
@robbflynn4325 it really does. I hate volvos for that.
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Thanks for the insight. What do you think about 2019 Peterbuilt with Paccar engine? Do you know of any issues it might have? Thanks
Cummings parts prices are out of hand. Just had to change out my turbo and actuator. Total parts were 10k. Ridiculous
I'll run the old truck with the cat c15 and park the new one
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What to look for in 2003-07 trucks.?
Some people like to buy them why ?
They kind of expensive for old trucks.
appreciate the video!
Thank you for taking the time to comment! Thank you!
You are the man thank you for being honest and straightforward God bless you kw forever👍👍👍👍👍💯🙏🙏😎😎💪💪💪👊👊👊🤣🤣
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How about western star trucks?
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Keep up the good work.
Thank you Tom!
What about buying a older truck and swapping a new engine instead of upgrading?
Thanks this was very informative appreciated the video plus I’m kw man myself
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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.
How do you feel about a Volvo with Cummins?
Hi Ryan! I have the Cummins inside for ISX 15 do you know it’s gona work for new X15 ?
Thank you!
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.
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
The worst thing I hated about having the paccar mx-13 ....I was stuck going to the dealership because of software nobody was able to really read or understand the codes and or perform regens or recalibrations ...
Then there was the wiring harness problem to the scr system and other phantom problems I was in and out of the dealership every 2 months or so with $10,000+ bills it just got too much and I got rid of the truck...
Yea... I feel you, man. These trucks with Paccars in them are completely fkin useless. I've got the exact same issue with my current 2019 T680. Except instead of every 2 months or so, it's been a monthly thing for me for the past 3 months. I'm a day cab driver. It's had to be towed back to the dealership 3 times so far within the last 5,000 miles. You are SO correct about the phantom electrical issues too. Getting derated over the dumbest shit.
I got derated over an "adaptive cruise control fault". I pulled over, turned the vehicle off, turned it back on, and it was gone and never came back. I also had a transmission fault when I tried to put it into manual shifting mode for a hill. It told me to stop driving to prevent transmission damage. Derated and pulled over on the hill... shut the truck off, turned it back on, problem gone. Roughly 4 other examples but you get the point! Paccars are nutless crap engines.
Fantastic info. Downtime in a shop can bankrupt you in a hurry.
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What's the best box truck to start a fleet with
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.
Not related to your pod cast. But do you have advise on diesel fuel additives? Thanks
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Well I've been driving since 05 and I would have to say do not get near any truck that has the paccar 2021 or newer engines in them, they have had many problems and issues with the injectors and the def system.
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?
This is why I'm waiting for the Tesla semi
No diesel fuel expense!
Government will find a way for you to pay the tax that they are missing from the fuel tax...
Don't fool yourself. You'll be paying just as much to recharge your truck
The Tesla semi will without a doubt dominate. I’m waiting for that too as a long term investment
How much paccar pay for their advertising?
Do they have for sale cabover ?
What's your take on Mack and the MP8? Do you have much experience with it?
What’s up dude, Volvo guy here. Not a mechanic just a o/o.
Pros - newer Volvos/Mack’s have the best emission systems in the industry. Better engineered motors so far. Better parts over all if maintained properly. Volvo/Mack hasn’t had much of a problem with parts being back ordered. Easy to work on the truck once you get used to it. Best comfort/ride quality and maneuverability. Good oil/fuel filtration system, probably best in the industry. Mack parts I’ve noticed are cheaper and their own networks are better then Volvos.
Cons - dealer networks is shitty like any other network but Volvo network is pretty good at being bad in that area lol. Parts are expensive compared to some others but parts last a while. Finding good Volvos shops and dealers to work with is a hit or miss but it’s better then cummins lol. Electrical issues has been a big issue for a long time with Volvos but I’m not entirely sure how bad or if it’s even the same with Mack’s.
I had experience with older Macks. They are pretty good! Parts might be a little expensive.
@@zen06tibi good info! Thank you.
Love a good running kw with a Cummins
Kenworth + Cummins is the best combination
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