Very intelligent and pragmatic review. Not petty in any way. Those little daily earned details are things that Peterbuilt should listen to and take into consideration for upgrades, retrofits, and future models. It’s not an inexpensive brand, so the company should always strive to make its customers as comfortable as possible. Notes such as the lighting all around, the sitting space on the bed, and the various other inconveniences are important for the company to consider for their hard-working customers.
I'm a little disappointed in Peterbilt. For it to be considered a "premium brand" of the industry, it's still lacking a lot as far as the sleeper area is concerned . As of yet, I'm only impressed with the ride. Thank you for taking the time to do this review.
A block heater with an APU will pump coolant through to keep at 100-150• and you can run an APU around 0• without it gelling up if you put additive in. I’ve been an O/O the last 7yrs.
I've been down to -36 without gelling after adding additives. I have used Espar engine heaters to warm up an engine before cold starts many times up in Wisconsin during the winter. Espar bunk and engine heaters and a good APU are two of many essentials on any truck I would buy.
I don't know if you have but if you don't use it remove the top bunk mattress and leave it at home . Maybe that would help and give you more storage ...
Managed to get into that TA just west of Asheville pretty easily i see. That one was always a weirdly set up place, not a bad spot just a weird parking lot. A good and honest review, definitely something i'd take into consideration if i ever got back to driving; got out of it for a while after some stuff happened with family. The one thing with auto transmissions that make or break them is that if they aren't calibrated right, it makes the truck a literal pain in the arse. I remember helping a Werner driver back in one day, thought he was a new guy at first but turned out to be one of their veteran drivers, 18 years otr i total i think. His truck had an auto (T660 KW i think) trans and was applying full power with just the slightest tap of the throttle in reverse while the guy was trying to back into a spot. Needless to say that confused me pretty good. Even though i only spent three years otr, it was a good time and ended up learning a lot. Hope you aren't getting battered by this winter weather if your in the midwest, stay safe out there!
I don't like how companies buy the 579 model with the double bunk and have teams drive them. You are lucky you're driving solo, otherwise; it'd get a little cramped. Now, I'm happy to see that they came out with the ultra loft. From the outside, The mid-roofs look like a full size, until you realize that's a big ass wind deflector on top...
@@earthscraper69 There is a placard on the top front drivers side of the engine. You've been a driver for 22 years and your not a O.O.? Best thing I ever did.
@@matt89108 some guys arent meant to be OO like me and you thats perfectly fine, hes a driver whos speaking his truth about trucks that hes driven, i take his opinion on a higher level than most any others who want to brag that they have the best,
That economy version of that motor is prpbably 485 hp 1850 torque..Imagine how that truck would pull with the performance series 565 hp 2050 torque..get you a couple tap lights for them dark spots..good video
Yeah cracked my head a few times on that bed while working out. The only problem I have is the bunk heater when its below 25. Forced a few cycles and got the bad fuel out but smelled great
I was trained in a 2019 cascadia nice truck, but I chose the Peterbilt 2019 579. The turn radius don't compared to the cascadia, I agree the 579 can be noise inside at times. As far as overall ride and comfort the 579 all day long, it just feels better...
pooya zolanvar A relatively inexpensive thing that enhances the feeling of space, would be a swivel on the passenger seat. Driver comfort should be just as Important as vehicle safety. At least I think so.
@@Jeh110 You are right. As long as humans drive the truck, the first and most important safety feature is driver comfort. That goes for sleeping as time off during the day as well as while driving. A driver who is relaxed and fit, is a driver that is focused and safe… and one that brings in money by not damaging things. The best brakes in the world with the best emergeny braking assist are useless, if the driver isn't able to avoid dangerous situations in the first place - they are only the last line of defence.
"A little bid louder", a vast improvement from the first truck I started in, a 1978 White Road boss with an add on sleeper and a 318 two stroke Detroit, sleeping took some getting used to with that noise maker. Nice ride ya got there I hope it does right by you.
I just got my 2020 yesterday was half a tank when i picked it up in iowa didnt put fuel in until i got to michigan but really didnt have to i was on a quarter tank.. over 500 miles so i can agree a full tank would def grt u over 1000 miles.. awesome.. my kenworth was a little over 600. Well i was bobtailing 11.3 mpg
With VVT turbos, a good tune, and the right drivetrain you can get fuel economy of a Crashcadia and DD15. That also goes for a 2004-06 specific Series 60 14 liter engine.
The controls looks like my DAF XF460 @ Europe. Cause its the same PACCAR Company like your Pete and Kenworth you drove. You had definitly much more space for everything in the truck like me and my boys here around Europe
@@NomadicSociety well ..... um ..... yeah about that .... lol I had a Volvo for 4 years went 10k in debt and was looking for an open Volvo dealer for most of the 4 years. I didn't have a good experience with them.
Videos like this make me want to fullfil my childhood dream and become a long haul truck driver, but i'm 25 and i just moved to the USA a few months ago so i feel like i might be a bit too late :/
Yeh, I questioned it too when he said "not to ask me about the specs" but if you are not an owner op making spec decisions I can see that. I am in the process of ordering one now and sure, specs are important to me because of understanding the why's and assuring good resale value. Otherwise a nice little video. Glad you are enjoying your truck. Enjoy that truck stop, glad you were there early...otherwise that lot can be a bit "difficult".
Thank you and yes sir I don't mind backing. This truck was ordered by another company and they backed out. The owner got a good deal on this one. Hope you enjoy your new truck as well.
If you ask me that's not real trucking, it saves fuel yes but shifting and clutching that's real trucking, I'm not a trucker but I think that really sucks!
I just found this video . How'd the tv hold up with the bracket offset like that. Mine didn't have 1, but i just got that other piece. I have a 32 as well & just wanted to know how sturdy it is like that
@@earthscraper69 did you have to bungee it when you drive? That will eliminate me having to buy a aftermarket mount to mount to that mount🤔. I appreciate the answer & i enjoyrd the video. These are decent trucks💯
@@earthscraper69 yes it helps a lot I'm about to buy my own truck, ISX 15 is a good engine? Automatic, manual? All i pull is no more than 40 k on the trailer what should be a good truck, engine for me? Advice??
It sucks big-time, I was right in turning it down and choosing the freightliner, another thing I would've hated is the floor that lump separates sleeper, another thing is the one I rejected was stretched long space between 5th wheel and sleeper. This freightliner is ok but T680 had better switches etc in sleeper like USB ports and lighting was better too and also had built in power inverter with outlets like your house to plug in coffee pot electric crackpot etc. Freightliner has fridge and roomier to exercise lift tricep curls etc. All trucks storage doors rattle or don't stay closed. Freightliner tv area too small but I'll be improvising. Dude you need to ask for another truck you definitely ain't comfortable nor happy just trying to make the best of it but really I think somebody else rejected it after going through what you're going through.
My 16 year old XL LOOK BEETER DRIVES BETTER SOUNDS BETTER THESE NEW TRUCKS ARE AUTOMATIC TRASH AS IN SOON AS YOU LEAVE THE DEALER THEY ARE AUTOMATICALLY NOTHING BUT PLASTIC JUNK.
VERY Thorough and very well though-out comments on your beautiful new truck! I do hope the Pete cabin engineers are listening!
Very intelligent and pragmatic review. Not petty in any way. Those little daily earned details are things that Peterbuilt should listen to and take into consideration for upgrades, retrofits, and future models. It’s not an inexpensive brand, so the company should always strive to make its customers as comfortable as possible. Notes such as the lighting all around, the sitting space on the bed, and the various other inconveniences are important for the company to consider for their hard-working customers.
Thank you very much for your comment
absolutely agree 100
“My dog April! She’s hit her head on it several times!”
Made me chuckle
Lol I laughed when it happened cause she threw herself back down on the bed like she got mad hahaha
Lawrence Duarte you’re the man, man. Thanks for all the great content, and for sharing your life with us!
Your very welcome thanks for sticking around to watch it :)
I'm a little disappointed in Peterbilt. For it to be considered a "premium brand" of the industry, it's still lacking a lot as far as the sleeper area is concerned . As of yet, I'm only impressed with the ride. Thank you for taking the time to do this review.
Over all its it's a solid truck but yes thru could have spent a bit more time and care with the placement of a few things
@@earthscraper69 I agree with you 100% Lawrence!
Look a peterbilt 579 ultraloft it has lot more room in the sleeper.
@@tallone09 Will do. Thank you
I like that peterbilt 379 sitting off to the right as your walking threw the parking lot oh wait shit that's my truck
A block heater with an APU will pump coolant through to keep at 100-150• and you can run an APU around 0• without it gelling up if you put additive in. I’ve been an O/O the last 7yrs.
I've been down to -36 without gelling after adding additives. I have used Espar engine heaters to warm up an engine before cold starts many times up in Wisconsin during the winter. Espar bunk and engine heaters and a good APU are two of many essentials on any truck I would buy.
I don't know if you have but if you don't use it remove the top bunk mattress and leave it at home . Maybe that would help and give you more storage ...
Good Video I agree, engine specs are on the front of the engine on the drivers side valve cover .
Managed to get into that TA just west of Asheville pretty easily i see. That one was always a weirdly set up place, not a bad spot just a weird parking lot. A good and honest review, definitely something i'd take into consideration if i ever got back to driving; got out of it for a while after some stuff happened with family. The one thing with auto transmissions that make or break them is that if they aren't calibrated right, it makes the truck a literal pain in the arse. I remember helping a Werner driver back in one day, thought he was a new guy at first but turned out to be one of their veteran drivers, 18 years otr i total i think. His truck had an auto (T660 KW i think) trans and was applying full power with just the slightest tap of the throttle in reverse while the guy was trying to back into a spot. Needless to say that confused me pretty good. Even though i only spent three years otr, it was a good time and ended up learning a lot. Hope you aren't getting battered by this winter weather if your in the midwest, stay safe out there!
Im from North Carolina. And you pught to try putting a very big oversize in there , now thats fun
I don't like how companies buy the 579 model with the double bunk and have teams drive them. You are lucky you're driving solo, otherwise; it'd get a little cramped. Now, I'm happy to see that they came out with the ultra loft. From the outside, The mid-roofs look like a full size, until you realize that's a big ass wind deflector on top...
Todays trucker has no idea the HP, Torque or gear their running, unbelievable.
True I've only been driving for 22 years but it's never been a big thing to me as long as it goes up and down the hills.
@@earthscraper69 There is a placard on the top front drivers side of the engine. You've been a driver for 22 years and your not a O.O.? Best thing I ever did.
@@matt89108 some guys arent meant to be OO like me and you thats perfectly fine, hes a driver whos speaking his truth about trucks that hes driven, i take his opinion on a higher level than most any others who want to brag that they have the best,
you don't know many of todays truckers, do you?
@@NomadicSociety another stupid know it all
That economy version of that motor is prpbably 485 hp 1850 torque..Imagine how that truck would pull with the performance series 565 hp 2050 torque..get you a couple tap lights for them dark spots..good video
Yeah cracked my head a few times on that bed while working out. The only problem I have is the bunk heater when its below 25. Forced a few cycles and got the bad fuel out but smelled great
I was trained in a 2019 cascadia nice truck, but I chose the Peterbilt 2019 579. The turn radius don't compared to the cascadia, I agree the 579 can be noise inside at times. As far as overall ride and comfort the 579 all day long, it just feels better...
I agree
@@earthscraper69 Sweet ride bro..
Thank you
The Peterbilt and kenworth trucks are awesome from outside but for the driver comfort in my opinion they lack behind Volvo and freightliner
pooya zolanvar A relatively inexpensive thing that enhances the feeling of space, would be a swivel on the passenger seat. Driver comfort should be just as Important as vehicle safety. At least I think so.
@@Jeh110 You are right. As long as humans drive the truck, the first and most important safety feature is driver comfort. That goes for sleeping as time off during the day as well as while driving. A driver who is relaxed and fit, is a driver that is focused and safe… and one that brings in money by not damaging things.
The best brakes in the world with the best emergeny braking assist are useless, if the driver isn't able to avoid dangerous situations in the first place - they are only the last line of defence.
Absolutely 💯
"A little bid louder", a vast improvement from the first truck I started in, a 1978 White Road boss with an add on sleeper and a 318 two stroke Detroit, sleeping took some getting used to with that noise maker. Nice ride ya got there I hope it does right by you.
I can believe that and thank you its handling nicely
I just got my 2020 yesterday was half a tank when i picked it up in iowa didnt put fuel in until i got to michigan but really didnt have to i was on a quarter tank.. over 500 miles so i can agree a full tank would def grt u over 1000 miles.. awesome.. my kenworth was a little over 600. Well i was bobtailing 11.3 mpg
Nice !!
Thank's man have a good road, a driver from France
Your welcome and you do the same.
My freightshaker has the N14 Cummins. Also a beast. Nice truck bro
Thank you
With VVT turbos, a good tune, and the right drivetrain you can get fuel economy of a Crashcadia and DD15. That also goes for a 2004-06 specific Series 60 14 liter engine.
Aww the passanger and your travel companion
Price, interest rate and mpg?
The controls looks like my DAF XF460 @ Europe. Cause its the same PACCAR Company like your Pete and Kenworth you drove. You had definitly much more space for everything in the truck like me and my boys here around Europe
A review from 20 - 30 years ago would have been very much the same. .... looks good, runs good, drives good but no room or creature comforts lol
Lol yes indeed
I wish you could have gotten the new UltraLoft since you were coming from the KW T680, you would love it!
That's what ive been hearing.
Thank you for all of the info. I think that I’d personally like the T680 more, can’t wait to see for myself.
Your welcome
the good and bad and no BS you dont sound like a fanboy at all , just your truth for 22k miles
I like em all I've driven almost everything and can pick things I liked about all of them just like any other vehicle on the road lol
@@earthscraper69 how u like Volvos.?
@@NomadicSociety well ..... um ..... yeah about that .... lol I had a Volvo for 4 years went 10k in debt and was looking for an open Volvo dealer for most of the 4 years. I didn't have a good experience with them.
What a difference in perspective between a driver and owner operator. That condo will cost you thousands at time of resale.
Videos like this make me want to fullfil my childhood dream and become a long haul truck driver, but i'm 25 and i just moved to the USA a few months ago so i feel like i might be a bit too late :/
Jurgen DX No. Go to Sage Trucking Schools, if you do a truck school. Sage is top notch
Me too
Nice video! Thanks! (I won't say anything about the nutritional benefits of Wonderbread,)
Lol your welcome and yeah it's a wonder its bread but I cant give it up haha
this peterbilt is looking good man✊
Thank you
Now I can see the microwave and coffee maker 🙂. Sorry for the comment from your previous vid😉
No worries thanks for the comments and I agree with you on not degrading girls.
how is the turning radious? compare to freighliner?
Excellent video
Thank you
5:37 April is adorable!
She says thank you
You carry too much stuff in the company truck, is not house . is not safe to have whole truck filled with trash
Yeh, I questioned it too when he said "not to ask me about the specs" but if you are not an owner op making spec decisions I can see that. I am in the process of ordering one now and sure, specs are important to me because of understanding the why's and assuring good resale value. Otherwise a nice little video. Glad you are enjoying your truck. Enjoy that truck stop, glad you were there early...otherwise that lot can be a bit "difficult".
Thank you and yes sir I don't mind backing. This truck was ordered by another company and they backed out. The owner got a good deal on this one. Hope you enjoy your new truck as well.
wich ome peterbilt is better , durability & fuel consumption wise ?
Glad to check the truck out. thx
Hey man, whats your mpg.
You said 1400 miles after each fillup that roughly comes around 5.8mpg.
Or it got better now?
I got about 80k miles on this motor and not much better at about 6.3 average
@@earthscraper69 oh wow, isn't that a bit low for a 579, what you haul , heavy?
very truthful perspective
Thank you
Like the long videos
Should do like the toy hauler either the main bank goes up and or being around your bunk or the top bunk comes up and down
That sounds like a great idea
evry things is so biuty like as driver
👍😉. Good review. Thanks
Your welcome thank you.
You do know that you sound like Tom Hanks with a slight and occasional southern twang....right? LOL
Lol that's a first haha
Nice review. Sure beats an H 63 Mack.lol
Thank you
Nice peterbilt
😀😀
When driving an automatic do you reach for the shifter even when it's not there? Just a force of habit?
Yes and claim your foot to the ground looking for the clutch lol
If you ask me that's not real trucking, it saves fuel yes but shifting and clutching that's real trucking, I'm not a trucker but I think that really sucks!
Who the fuck uses a clutch? Float gears.
I just found this video . How'd the tv hold up with the bracket offset like that. Mine didn't have 1, but i just got that other piece. I have a 32 as well & just wanted to know how sturdy it is like that
260k miles and its still holding
@@earthscraper69 did you have to bungee it when you drive? That will eliminate me having to buy a aftermarket mount to mount to that mount🤔. I appreciate the answer & i enjoyrd the video. These are decent trucks💯
No I haven't bungeed it but it wouldn't hurt to do that if needed.
@@earthscraper69 thanx Bro
That is the best bitching and complaining session I've heard in a long time driver! Thanks for the belly laugh! 😁😂🤣😎
Lol your welcome glad to help.
Glad to see how peterbilt set up.il stick to my Kenworth t680 like the sleeper set up a lot better.
If they could incorporate some of these amenities into the t680 it should be a perfect truck
Now I'm very confused T680 or Pet 579 and why??????? Please i need to know your opinion!
Both are great trucks but the t680 has more storage and driver comforts and was also quieter sound wise in the cab while driving. Hope this helps
@@earthscraper69 yes it helps a lot I'm about to buy my own truck, ISX 15 is a good engine? Automatic, manual? All i pull is no more than 40 k on the trailer what should be a good truck, engine for me? Advice??
As long as the motor is solid any except Volvo.
Dude!!!!!! Why would you do such a sloppy job with the window tint???? If i was the owner of that truck you and I would have a problem!!!
Yes I agree it's still bothering me I may redo it but it's only noticeable from the inside and its just static tint it can pull right off.
I don’t think it’s a true automatic like most people would imagine. It’s considered a fully automated manual.
Yes your right.
@@earthscraper69 dude your cummins has 500 hp right?
And your transmission is 13 speed ultrashift?
And what is your mpg now?ty
300k miles on it now and averaging about 7mpg
@@earthscraper69 wow ! And did you have any problems with your truck,engine,transmission? Thank you so much!!
Nothing major as of yet been a good truck to me.
great
20:22 you don’t need the cup holders yet you have a water bottle in it 🙄🙄🙄🙄
I forgot to ask how fast your drive for the 6.8 mpg on the efficiency series cummins.
Thank you for your previous comment and truck is set at 70mph I keep it there as much as possible.
Almost to 300k and and still averaging around 7mpg
Are you a fan of the auto?
After 22 years it makes my job that much easier. So yes
It sucks big-time, I was right in turning it down and choosing the freightliner, another thing I would've hated is the floor that lump separates sleeper, another thing is the one I rejected was stretched long space between 5th wheel and sleeper. This freightliner is ok but T680 had better switches etc in sleeper like USB ports and lighting was better too and also had built in power inverter with outlets like your house to plug in coffee pot electric crackpot etc. Freightliner has fridge and roomier to exercise lift tricep curls etc. All trucks storage doors rattle or don't stay closed. Freightliner tv area too small but I'll be improvising.
Dude you need to ask for another truck you definitely ain't comfortable nor happy just trying to make the best of it but really I think somebody else rejected it after going through what you're going through.
Would you prefer the t680 or 579 more?
That's a hard question I would rather combine both to make the perfect truck.
Gaven Singh 680
I really like your Pete
Thank you
Sweet truck I drive a peterbuilt and international vac con truck
Thank you and cool
Where is your rearview mirror
It's in the back duh
Where's the loo mate?. Ty.
Lmao it's in a bottle or the trash can hahaha
What's an overhead ?
That's where they rebuild the top of the motor resetting the head
Sounds pricey. Ol Peter got it figured out
super character
Lol not even close haha
My 16 year old XL LOOK BEETER DRIVES BETTER SOUNDS BETTER THESE NEW TRUCKS ARE AUTOMATIC TRASH AS IN SOON AS YOU LEAVE THE DEALER THEY ARE AUTOMATICALLY NOTHING BUT PLASTIC JUNK.
Yes like anythingHuman being is never happy
That's exactly right
What the Hp in that's 579 piterbilt