I always watch your videos to the end. They're short and never boring unlike some other truckers who shall remain unnamed. There's one who shows over an hour of driving on a regular basis and you never get to watch the loading/unloading. Yours are the best trucking videos out there.
Hi Dan,old school driver here,I think putting the old 379 back out is a wise choice. You will,I think be much happier being back in it.I have driven 44 yrs.and still going,stick to the old school truck,only my humble opinion. Good luck,stay safe,oh by the way, we all make mistakes, don't beat yourself up about it. Blessings to you
I have been watching for a long time now all the way through, as a retired trucker I enjoy your videos very much,no drama,no foul language, as easy going a guy you would ever find,wishing you all the best.......as for a new tractor,if you could get 2 more miles to the gallon, would it pretty much pay for its self? Anyway best of luck with whatever you decide
This. He should be able to lower payment pretty significantly. I mean it's still gonna be high. My old man has bought 6 new KWs in his tenure and his payment is still 2300 a month. Obviously he only puts 10k down and puts rest in IRAs. Payment still gonna be 1500 most likely though. Glad I just bought a old 97 379 with a rebuilt Kitty Kat. I've put 600k miles on it since rebuild and still runs like a top.
Brother, Dan! Just so you know, I watch every second of every video that you produce. I'm a 52 year old goin through my midlife crisis wantin to get back in a truck! I started my working career as a truck driver. Got on with a school district, and the last 24 years is history. So, you're helping me get through this mess with every video! Keep em comin, Brother! Stay safe...
Of the three options you gave, putting the 379 back on the road in my mind is definitely the best. The aftertreatment system on your current truck (as with all trucks in the same age group) is only going to keep popping up new problems, and also with the whole truck wiring harnesses, as you've witnessed. Trucks built in the last 15 years just aren't worth a bent pencil, just too much electronic systems not built rugged enough for a truck. Plus, in my opinion, the best outcome of putting the 379 back on the road would be not having to go to California! I know California loads occasionally get you home or loaded back out, but you have to admit it never pays enough for all the hassles. You'll find a way to make it work without. By the way, I always look forward to new videos, and watch the whole video. My wife says "who would only watch half of his videos?" We both love watching them. Keep up the great videos and thanks, Dan.
I have a friend that has a 2yr old Pete that has had nothing but 1 problem after another with breakdowns. He said it's always something and he spent a week down in no where Utah in January in freezing weather and when they told him his truck was ready it made 100 miles and left him in the cold again! He made the decision to get his old Pete back on the road. It's a shiny custom length extended sleeper 2004 with all the toys that he was going to renew anyway so, $24,000.00 later, bumper to bumper renew excluding the engine that had 6500 miles when he parked it and he's back on the road with the new truck in Nashville for sale! Long winded I know, but they don't make them like they used to. He's been back in the old truck since May with 1 breakdown and that was a DOT cracked wheel thing. Keep on trucking! Thanks for sharing your story with us! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Awesome. Glad to hear the old girl is hitting the highway again. I bought a paccar 579 last year. Never got the fuel consumption either and just put $29000 dollars into the motor. Apparently there is a problem with the block. The liners move !!! On the plus side I did 800 miles in my old 379 yesterday and had a smile on my face for all of them. Good luck with the kitty cat.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Dan! It's no surprise that you'd get the old girl back on the road again, you're a CAT man at heart, the PACAR has never turned your crank.
Loved seeing the old opening. By ALL means get her running right again, she did right by you now time to do right by her. You know she's been sitting there just waiting. When I drove I hated having weeks like the one you had, hang in there Dan, it can only get better. Stay safe.
Fixing the ol girl up will be never ending. It's been sitting for quite awhile outside in the sun. Gonna have a lot of dry hoses and seals. Good luck and be safe
I always watch your videos to the end, Dan. I'm not familiar with how the trucking industry works, but it would seem like with everything going on in the country right now, you could find someone that's financially distressed that's selling a gently used truck for a lot less money than a brand new truck. Maybe the value on used trucks doesn't work that way, but I thought I'd toss that out there.
Dan, I've been watching for the last 6 months or so. Great vids and great camera work and editing. I can sense your frustration with the new truck because of not getting the expected mpg's. In your videos that show you starting and shifting and moving slow in the lower gears, I hear the sound of the engine. You commented it is louder than the 379. I also see and hear the engine revs and sounds like too many rpms before gear changes. You may know, but maybe you've forgotten, the secret to good mileage is progressive shifting, keeping rpms down, and turbo boost no more than 12-15 psi, unless on a hard pull. Speed kills! Probably 55 mph is the basis for the best mileage. Tests have proven that. Every mph over that will cost you about 1/10 of a mpg. Much testing has been done to verify that. It takes approximately 250 horse power to move an 80,000 pound truck at 55 mph on level ground. Almost all trucks have excess power that is only needed for short durations, and keeping the durations short saves you money. Your truck is aerodynamic and most of your loads are also. Concentrate on keeping the rpms down, the speed down, and the boost pressure down. Do this for 30 days and surprise yourself how much your mpg's will improve. Consider a delete and gain even more. Who am I? Started driving in 1960, and retired in 2017. Drove for several different companies and started buying trucks in the 90's, owned over 50, mostly used that I leased out to other drivers, but drove many of them myself. Had C-15's in 379's grossed out that would do 7 mpg + by remembering who was buying the fuel. With the miles you drive in one year, improving your mileage by 1 mpg, (going to 6 to 7) at $2.50 per gallon could save you almost $6,000, and increase tire life and fewer oil changes and longer engine life. Invest that $6,000 in a money market for ten years and see how much better retirement can be. Ask the drivers getting good mileage how they do it. It's no secret. Best of Luck. You can do it!
i was really glad to hear about the truck replacement...... i was thinking that going to buy a truck like an volvo or something , thank god i was thinking that you would lose subscribers because of the switching up on a truck thats not a peterbuilt,,, i've been a fan of yours since day one...... you are a jack of all trades. you show us everything. i didn't think that i would continue to follow you after you took it off the road and got that peterbuilt,, exatended hood truly makes a truck,,,, super trucker dan you are by most a very humble man. god bless
My Dad was so tight he squeaked on a lot of things but he sure as heck didn't waste money on buying the wrong tool for the job and it wasn't Harbor Freight tools either. He came from poor family and was worth over a million when he retired. Spend a reasonable amount on a almost new truck that has what you know you need and not just the cheapest deal. Sell the old junk cause other than sentiment that is what it is. God Bless you and your loved ones.
My 500 Volvo FH gets 8mpg running fully freighted which I consider good, it’s a big saving over my old one at 6.5-7mpg especially when you consider we’re paying the equivalent of $7.50 a gallon here. Fuel is THE major saving. Good luck whatever you do 👍
Dan good luck I like your professional attitude to the transport industry I was an owner operator for 16 years over here in the UK and like you would have loved a new truck but didn't fancy chasing the money You take care and stay safe 🌵🇬🇧
I first started watching you with the old truck,I loved the looks of that truck I was disappointed when you got the other truck. I will be glad to see the beautiful old truck back on the road.
Glad to hear you’re putting the old girl back on the road. Pre-Emission is way more reliable than all this new stuff. It’d be worth your while to keep running and rebuilding that old 379 in my opinion. Can’t wait to see the videos of the old Pete getting put back in her prime
I knew it was going to be a dozer valve. Usually those things just break or crack by themselves. As far as which truck I think if you sell your current truck plus you sell the old truck plus the sale of your old trailer I don't think that payment would be as scary as you think it might be. Like you said. Your in your last few years of driving. Why not drive what you want. Glad your back up and rolling.
@@huemungus7297 Exactly, unless he gets a Glider. Still gonna have problems every now and then but not like those new emissions trucks. But if he gets the bottom end on that Cat done and all the hoses replaced if needed, flush the tranny and diff's and check all the U-joints and a real good chassis lube, he should be good for a while because we all know he keeps his trucks up nicely 👍🏾. Hopefully his mechanic can run a full engine diagnostic to check fuel pressure & the injectors and blow by. Now if he sold both Pete's and the old trailer, he could have a nice down payment on a 389 Glider?🤔
Sorry you had such a crappy week. Glad to here you are serious about the big hood. If you are going to have to put money in something it might as well be the 379. 😎. I can’t wait 👏
It's been too long since we seen the old girl on the road go home and get a running and put the 379 back on the road it would be good to see you back in her you don't need new truck payment be safe out there my friend
What a coincidence. I was on RUclips earlier. And guess what popped up? One of your videos from four years ago. I couldn't believe I had been watching you that Iong. Of course you were in your old truck. And I thought to myself. I always liked that Pete. And now you putting her back into service. Good luck on getting her up and going. Be safe.
I think your right about going into debt with a new truck. Like others have said your heart seems to be with the 379. Just for your well being , get it going Dan. One thought I have on this is keep this truck at home like the other truck for emergencies . But maybe sell the old trailer and use the money for a separate repair account. Be safe and ask Teresa her thoughts on it. Love your new trailer , I do deck work in Canada and would love to have a few of them in our fleet. Thanks Dan
If your dash cam recorded the barrel in middle of the road maybe worth it to get a hold of whatever state it was in DOT and file a claim for cost of repairs.
lmfao I would say good luck with that cause not trying to be negative not one bit but these days nobody will claim fault no matter what situation goes on lol
Hi Dan thank you for all your wonderful videos. The way you drive that long Truck and Trailer around is awesome. You are the best. Take care Richard Crompton. Canterbury Kent England....
G'day, Dan! Bravo! I too, noticed your great intro, 'showing the 379!' I applaud you here, about going ahead with getting your Pete back together, and ready for the road! Plus! You will find, the Caterpillar C15 engine is very popular, because of its wonderful reliability and versatility. Thank you! Cheers! 😊🚛✌🏻❤️
Dan why don't you cancel everything, def, filter,egr valve. I did i get 8.4 per mile. its cheaper. it runs a lot better, just an idea. good day tomorrow. 👍
Good stuff Dan. You can't blame the truck for this problem. Look what happened the Concorde when it picked up a piece of metal on the runway, the rest is history. A bit of bad luck behind you, now maybe good luck ahead. Keep on keeping on!
Dan Id say get the old girl back out. But also at the same time, A new truck isnt bad. In my experience the def system as well as a lot of other changes that came out around the 2008 to 2015 time frame, have all sorta been ironed out as far as issues. In theory assuming the truck isnt a lemon, Ive been seeing brand new trucks running problem free. Id say 2018 is the start to when things got good. If you were to go new, Id honestly say get a 567. They have just the right classic look to it while still being as aerodynamic as the 679. Get it with an X15 at around 450 to 550 horse. I rand one with an 18 speed with a 550 cummins and averaged around 7-8 mpg depending on speed wind and load. Pulled great and honestly reminds me a lot of the older engines. It doesn't feel or sound gutless like the newer DD, MX, and International engines. Plus its something that can be serviced at any dealer. Also warranties are always nice. Id still say get the old Cat running again but if you feel like getting new and having a clean slate, I feel a nice Black 567 would fit you well.
I pull reefer n dry van but if I did pull a flat bed I'd totally buy a dorsey. I just took a look at the website and the new trailers are pretty darn amazing 👏.
Our ambulance service has 3 trucks, the newest one with all the pollution stuff is costing more in maintance than the old ones. I would get the old girl running again.
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I’m part of the 50% that Watches your Entire Video because your Content is always Interesting. 👍
I always watch your videos to the end. They're short and never boring unlike some other truckers who shall remain unnamed. There's one who shows over an hour of driving on a regular basis and you never get to watch the loading/unloading. Yours are the best trucking videos out there.
Hi Dan,old school driver here,I think putting the old 379 back out is a wise choice. You will,I think be much happier being back in it.I have driven 44 yrs.and still going,stick to the old school truck,only my humble opinion. Good luck,stay safe,oh by the way, we all make mistakes, don't beat yourself up about it. Blessings to you
Notice the guy backing you in and then instantly use your trailer as a leaning post 😆 🤣 must be union 😆 I was dying laughing
Always watch til the end! Whatever you decide truck wise won't change us. We will still be on the lookout for Super Trucker Dan! Be safe sir🙂
Dan could become a hotshot, and we would still watch :)
Yes sir!
Great to see the old truck back on the road, just like the old truck better.
I have been watching for a long time now all the way through, as a retired trucker I enjoy your videos very much,no drama,no foul language, as easy going a guy you would ever find,wishing you all the best.......as for a new tractor,if you could get 2 more miles to the gallon, would it pretty much pay for its self? Anyway best of luck with whatever you decide
Trade both trucks in and buy your last truck
This. He should be able to lower payment pretty significantly. I mean it's still gonna be high. My old man has bought 6 new KWs in his tenure and his payment is still 2300 a month. Obviously he only puts 10k down and puts rest in IRAs. Payment still gonna be 1500 most likely though. Glad I just bought a old 97 379 with a rebuilt Kitty Kat. I've put 600k miles on it since rebuild and still runs like a top.
@@thomascoleman3540 at 600k you’re about due again.
Brother, Dan! Just so you know, I watch every second of every video that you produce. I'm a 52 year old goin through my midlife crisis wantin to get back in a truck! I started my working career as a truck driver. Got on with a school district, and the last 24 years is history. So, you're helping me get through this mess with every video! Keep em comin, Brother! Stay safe...
He doesn't want truck payments. And his old truck is better tha anything he could buy today
You set us up with the intro showing the 379. That’s where your heart is so go get her back on the road.
Yep Dan hasn't used that intro in many moons, So I to was feeling the 379 .
Asking for more problems.
@@Invictus13666 it's hard to beat good ol mechanical engines.
@@kylanm7053 unless they’ve been sitting on the ground in the Arizona sun, drying and cracking etc.
Best trucking channel on RUclips!
I watch every video in its entirety. I can't imagine who wouldn't.
Of the three options you gave, putting the 379 back on the road in my mind is definitely the best. The aftertreatment system on your current truck (as with all trucks in the same age group) is only going to keep popping up new problems, and also with the whole truck wiring harnesses, as you've witnessed. Trucks built in the last 15 years just aren't worth a bent pencil, just too much electronic systems not built rugged enough for a truck. Plus, in my opinion, the best outcome of putting the 379 back on the road would be not having to go to California! I know California loads occasionally get you home or loaded back out, but you have to admit it never pays enough for all the hassles. You'll find a way to make it work without.
By the way, I always look forward to new videos, and watch the whole video. My wife says "who would only watch half of his videos?" We both love watching them. Keep up the great videos and thanks, Dan.
don't let your sentiment for the old 379 cloud your judgment!
Amen.
He's not. The old truck is paid for and doesn't have def. That makes it better than any new truck
I just rebuilt my Cummins $29780 🙈 had 1.5 million first time opened 👍
I have a friend that has a 2yr old Pete that has had nothing but 1 problem after another with breakdowns. He said it's always something and he spent a week down in no where Utah in January in freezing weather and when they told him his truck was ready it made 100 miles and left him in the cold again! He made the decision to get his old Pete back on the road. It's a shiny custom length extended sleeper 2004 with all the toys that he was going to renew anyway so, $24,000.00 later, bumper to bumper renew excluding the engine that had 6500 miles when he parked it and he's back on the road with the new truck in Nashville for sale! Long winded I know, but they don't make them like they used to. He's been back in the old truck since May with 1 breakdown and that was a DOT cracked wheel thing. Keep on trucking! Thanks for sharing your story with us! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Awesome. Glad to hear the old girl is hitting the highway again. I bought a paccar 579 last year. Never got the fuel consumption either and just put $29000 dollars into the motor. Apparently there is a problem with the block. The liners move !!! On the plus side I did 800 miles in my old 379 yesterday and had a smile on my face for all of them. Good luck with the kitty cat.
I always stick till the end on every video! Can’t wait Dan 👌
I gotta admit, Dan, that no matter how bad things get, you definitely keep a level head about it and don't go flying off the handle. Keep on truckin'!
Life is to darn short. Do what makes you happy. Thanks for sharing Dan. Be safe. Big AL
Lots of life left in that 379, excellent choice.
Smart man to put the 379 back on the road. You won’t have near the issues.
I like that Idea, That 379 is why I started watching your videos Oh and by the way, I always watch all the way to the end.
Should Dan get some Swag shirts that say - *50%’er*
@@RaoulThomas007 may be
HAPPY BIRTHDAY Dan! It's no surprise that you'd get the old girl back on the road again, you're a CAT man at heart, the PACAR has never turned your crank.
Good to see you are back up and running. Resurrect the 379!!
No payments makes for a great trucking life!
Amen!!!
Loved seeing the old opening. By ALL means get her running right again, she did right by you now time to do right by her. You know she's been sitting there just waiting. When I drove I hated having weeks like the one you had, hang in there Dan, it can only get better. Stay safe.
Its all about what the right business decision is, not nostalgia. Nostalgia doesn't pay the bills.
I think that’s a excellent idea good luck dan with the 379 it will work out , always like that truck better
Hang in there super trucker , there is light at the end of the tunnel ,love the video
I’m in the 50% viewership that watches your whole video.... good content dan.
Glad to see you got the truck running I am glad to hear you’re going to put the old truck on the road..
Fixing the ol girl up will be never ending. It's been sitting for quite awhile outside in the sun. Gonna have a lot of dry hoses and seals. Good luck and be safe
I always watch your videos to the end, Dan.
I'm not familiar with how the trucking industry works, but it would seem like with everything going on in the country right now, you could find someone that's financially distressed that's selling a gently used truck for a lot less money than a brand new truck. Maybe the value on used trucks doesn't work that way, but I thought I'd toss that out there.
Heck yea I'd be pumped to see you back where your happy!! Good luck sir and thank you for letting me ride with you!!
With your positive attitude, only good things will come from the decisions you make. Wish you the best.
Dan, I've been watching for the last 6 months or so. Great vids and great camera work and editing. I can sense your frustration with the new truck because of not getting the expected mpg's. In your videos that show you starting and shifting and moving slow in the lower gears, I hear the sound of the engine. You commented it is louder than the 379. I also see and hear the engine revs and sounds like too many rpms before gear changes. You may know, but maybe you've forgotten, the secret to good mileage is progressive shifting, keeping rpms down, and turbo boost no more than
12-15 psi, unless on a hard pull. Speed kills! Probably 55 mph is the basis for the best mileage. Tests have proven that. Every mph over that will cost you about 1/10 of a mpg. Much testing has been done to verify that. It takes approximately 250 horse power to move an 80,000 pound truck at 55 mph on level ground. Almost all trucks have excess power that is only needed for short durations, and keeping the durations short saves you money. Your truck is aerodynamic and most of your loads are also. Concentrate on keeping the rpms down, the speed down, and the boost pressure down. Do this for 30 days and surprise yourself how much your mpg's will improve. Consider a delete and gain even more. Who am I? Started driving in 1960, and retired in 2017. Drove for several different companies and started buying trucks in the 90's, owned over 50, mostly used that I leased out to other drivers, but drove many of them myself. Had C-15's in 379's grossed out that would do 7 mpg + by remembering who was buying the fuel. With the miles you drive in one year, improving your mileage by 1 mpg, (going to 6 to 7) at $2.50 per gallon could save you almost $6,000, and increase tire life and fewer oil changes and longer engine life. Invest that $6,000 in a money market for ten years and see how much better retirement can be. Ask the drivers getting good mileage how they do it. It's no secret. Best of Luck. You can do it!
Good luck on getting your other truck back on the road.
Good luck Dan! Can't to see the ole girl back on the road...
Pulling for you, Big Papa.
The spirit of the OO lives in you proudly.
I agree with you on not buying new. Especially overpriced, overrated Pete.
Im really happy to hear about getting the old 379 back out ! I bet you forgot how good that truck pulled. You're gonna love it.
Go for it can't wait to see the old girl on the road
I like the throw back Dan to the old truck
i was really glad to hear about the truck replacement...... i was thinking that going to buy a truck like an volvo or something , thank god i was thinking that you would lose subscribers because of the switching up on a truck thats not a peterbuilt,,, i've been a fan of yours since day one...... you are a jack of all trades. you show us everything. i didn't think that i would continue to follow you after you took it off the road and got that peterbuilt,, exatended hood truly makes a truck,,,, super trucker dan you are by most a very humble man. god bless
My Dad was so tight he squeaked on a lot of things but he sure as heck didn't waste money on buying the wrong tool for the job and it wasn't Harbor Freight tools either. He came from poor family and was worth over a million when he retired. Spend a reasonable amount on a almost new truck that has what you know you need and not just the cheapest deal. Sell the old junk cause other than sentiment that is what it is. God Bless you and your loved ones.
My 500 Volvo FH gets 8mpg running fully freighted which I consider good, it’s a big saving over my old one at 6.5-7mpg especially when you consider we’re paying the equivalent of $7.50 a gallon here. Fuel is THE major saving. Good luck whatever you do 👍
Wish you all the luck in the world Dan, y'all be safe out there, ya hear!
Hey Dan, I have a 88 KW with a new engine and i love it !! Thanks for the post.
I like that I miss the old truck
Yesss get the old 379 back up and going keep the old trucks still rolling on the road
That’s great to find out you got a good sponsor who will stick with you
Dan good luck
I like your professional attitude to the transport industry I was an owner operator for 16 years over here in the UK and like you would have loved a new truck but didn't fancy chasing the money
You take care and stay safe 🌵🇬🇧
I first started watching you with the old truck,I loved the looks of that truck I was disappointed when you got the other truck. I will be glad to see the beautiful old truck back on the road.
Wow! Awesome Dan! Love the old girl! Can’t wait to hear you wind her out through the gears!!
379 for the Win good luck Dan
Sorry about your bad luck.Better days ahead.
Safe travels Dan
Thanks for watching
Glad to hear you’re putting the old girl back on the road. Pre-Emission is way more reliable than all this new stuff. It’d be worth your while to keep running and rebuilding that old 379 in my opinion. Can’t wait to see the videos of the old Pete getting put back in her prime
I knew it was going to be a dozer valve. Usually those things just break or crack by themselves. As far as which truck I think if you sell your current truck plus you sell the old truck plus the sale of your old trailer I don't think that payment would be as scary as you think it might be. Like you said. Your in your last few years of driving. Why not drive what you want. Glad your back up and rolling.
That is some great advice!
Sell both your petes and old flat bed trailer and buy a new pete and buy a brand new truck. I think you can get a great deal on one
@@macy8667 New trucks have problems too.
@@huemungus7297 Exactly, unless he gets a Glider. Still gonna have problems every now and then but not like those new emissions trucks. But if he gets the bottom end on that Cat done and all the hoses replaced if needed, flush the tranny and diff's and check all the U-joints and a real good chassis lube, he should be good for a while because we all know he keeps his trucks up nicely 👍🏾. Hopefully his mechanic can run a full engine diagnostic to check fuel pressure & the injectors and blow by. Now if he sold both Pete's and the old trailer, he could have a nice down payment on a 389 Glider?🤔
Hang in there! Be Safe Be Blessed!
Sorry you had such a crappy week. Glad to here you are serious about the big hood. If you are going to have to put money in something it might as well be the 379. 😎. I can’t wait 👏
Glad it wasn’t to major a problem!! Going back to your old truck is cool!great video stay safe!
Be fun to see you get the old truck going
Fingers crossed. I will pray for you.
Thanks for watching
It's been too long since we seen the old girl on the road go home and get a running and put the 379 back on the road it would be good to see you back in her you don't need new truck payment be safe out there my friend
Good decision long range planning $800 a month = $9,600 a year. Thanks for the videos.
My feelings I did not like the new truck and very happy to see the old one back out again. I love my two old KW's w900's
What a coincidence. I was on RUclips earlier. And guess what popped up? One of your videos from four years ago. I couldn't believe I had been watching you that Iong. Of course you were in your old truck. And I thought to myself. I always liked that Pete. And now you putting her back into service. Good luck on getting her up and going. Be safe.
I always watch the entire videos 👍🏼
Me too
I think your right about going into debt with a new truck. Like others have said your heart seems to be with the 379. Just for your well being , get it going Dan. One thought I have on this is keep this truck at home like the other truck for emergencies . But maybe sell the old trailer and use the money for a separate repair account. Be safe and ask Teresa her thoughts on it. Love your new trailer , I do deck work in Canada and would love to have a few of them in our fleet. Thanks Dan
It will definitely be a pleasure to watch you put o'l girl back in service ...👍👍
Glad I’m in the 50% bring back the old Pete!!!!!!
Sure would be nice to see the old girl back on the road, good luck Dan
Happy birthday Dan hope you're having a good day
If your dash cam recorded the barrel in middle of the road maybe worth it to get a hold of whatever state it was in DOT and file a claim for cost of repairs.
lmfao I would say good luck with that cause not trying to be negative not one bit but these days nobody will claim fault no matter what situation goes on lol
Hi Dan thank you for all your wonderful videos. The way you drive that long Truck and Trailer around is awesome. You are the best. Take care Richard Crompton. Canterbury Kent England....
Charles Crompton - Cheers!
Dan what happened to the newer slope nosed Pete you bought ron
G'day, Dan! Bravo! I too, noticed your great intro, 'showing the 379!' I applaud you here, about going ahead with getting your Pete back together, and ready for the road! Plus! You will find, the Caterpillar C15 engine is very popular, because of its wonderful reliability and versatility. Thank you!
Cheers! 😊🚛✌🏻❤️
Be good to the see the 379 back on the road , Hope You do .
I watch all your videos to the very end THANKS FOR WATCHING.
Nice!! Back to the large car!!!
Good Luck.
Dan why don't you cancel everything, def, filter,egr valve. I did i get 8.4 per mile. its cheaper. it runs a lot better, just an idea. good day tomorrow. 👍
Cant wait to have the ol long hood back is the videos!! Happy Birthday!!!
O yes bring it on can not wait for the big girl to come back 🤠🤠🤠🤠👍👍👍👍
Sorry for your trouble. Hope all works out for you...
Good stuff Dan.
You can't blame the truck for this problem. Look what happened the Concorde when it picked up a piece of metal on the runway, the rest is history.
A bit of bad luck behind you, now maybe good luck ahead. Keep on keeping on!
sometimes older is better be safe brother
Foreshadowing with the original opening with the 379! Sweet!!! Good luck, can’t wait for more updates.
Dan Id say get the old girl back out. But also at the same time, A new truck isnt bad. In my experience the def system as well as a lot of other changes that came out around the 2008 to 2015 time frame, have all sorta been ironed out as far as issues. In theory assuming the truck isnt a lemon, Ive been seeing brand new trucks running problem free. Id say 2018 is the start to when things got good. If you were to go new, Id honestly say get a 567. They have just the right classic look to it while still being as aerodynamic as the 679. Get it with an X15 at around 450 to 550 horse. I rand one with an 18 speed with a 550 cummins and averaged around 7-8 mpg depending on speed wind and load. Pulled great and honestly reminds me a lot of the older engines. It doesn't feel or sound gutless like the newer DD, MX, and International engines. Plus its something that can be serviced at any dealer. Also warranties are always nice.
Id still say get the old Cat running again but if you feel like getting new and having a clean slate, I feel a nice Black 567 would fit you well.
Love to see you back in your old truck, looking forward to seeing that video! 👍😀
Always watch to the end 379 and the new trailer would be sharp be safe
Best of luck
I watch all your videos all the way through.
I pull reefer n dry van but if I did pull a flat bed I'd totally buy a dorsey. I just took a look at the website and the new trailers are pretty darn amazing 👏.
@Big Jim Thank you!
Treat yourself with a new truck. Drive safe and stay strong
I always watch until the end! The best channel on youtube.
Keep hanging in there Dan. Hoping the next weeks and months run smoothly. Appreciate you videos a great deal.
Good luck!!
Our ambulance service has 3 trucks, the newest one with all the pollution stuff is costing more in maintance than the old ones. I would get the old girl running again.
Thanks for sharing your trucking experiences; quite an interesting option, that is, to reintroduce the old truck on the road and in your videos.
Heck yeah Dan. Happy birthday Dan. Mine is on the 30th!
Good to see the old beast is making a comeback, now we need to BS up the current one in order to get maximum resale dollars.......