Best explanation i've seen on TH-cam. Also for splitting. You can "pre select" the split. If you're in 6 gear and you wanna split soon. You can split while on throttle. It's not gonna do anything while you're on throttle. You let off and get back on it. and it's gonna split.
It wears out the auxiliary gear box… you move the splitter button and shift. Don’t hesitate unless you enjoy worn out sliding clutches.. once you’ve see a sliding clutch with all the teeth rounded out you’ll realize how much damage you’re doing…
@@JoseMartinez-ll7vo preselect doesn’t mean select the gear at 1200 rpm and take it to 2000 with the splitter selected and then let off the throttle. You take it to desired rpm, ease out of the throttle so you’re not building tons of boost and load on the transmission, select the split and press the clutch lightly to remove all load from the transmission and allow the sliding clutch to move into overdrive. That will save your back half of your transmission from unnecessary wear .. preselecting low and high range makes no difference as it has to pass through neutral to enable the shift to take place where as the splitter immediately tries to force its way into gear as soon as the button is moved. That’s why it’s important not to hesitate to shift once the split is selected. You’re rapidly wearing your transmission out if you hesitate.
You must have small kid's or a man of the cloth, your level of patience and clarity was a joy to hear. I'm a retiree (not a truck driver) and wanted to learn this for American truck simulator, my new hobby. Now I can complete my setup. Thanks again. Safe travels and God bless 🙏.
I appreciate you for serving our country, if you did.(your username.) ATS is too good, need to level it up by Getting a shifter.. I’ve been using the paddles on my wheel.😢😂
Thanks for responding, I absolutely served. Thank you for your support. As you can see my post is over 2 yrs ago, but thanks to your tutorial, I'm shifting gears with the big dogs 😅. Up until your video I really did think that it was 18 individual gears to learn. Take care. Semper Fi 🇺🇸 and God bless.
I know it’s silly but I don’t drive a semi truck, but watching this is very helpful for me learning how to do this still for some my 18 speeds in ATS 😂
The grey splitter button denotes the transmission as an 18-speed. Red is 13-speed, and blue is 15-speed. Blue can also be a Super-10, but those aren't common at all. There are 18 forward gears. With the range selector down, there are 10 gears on the bottom - it's a 5-speed transmission and you can split each gear. And with the range selector up, there are 8 more gears on the top. In the top range, you don't get low gear. Unless you're running heavy (+100K lbs), in a gravel pit, or on ice roads, most of the time you're just going to drive it like a 12-speed - 4 in the bottom, and 8 in the top. Splitting gears in the bottom...really, I don't know any driver that really wants to work that hard. Finally, for those of you downshifting - downshift whole gears. Once you're experienced, you can split down 1/2 a gear, but again, who wants to work that hard. If ole' timers are explaining it to you, they may say direct (splitter back) and overdrive (splitter forward). Those same ole' timers will tell you that they drove a 5 & 4 uphill to school both ways when they started out! ;0) Safe trucking everyone. All the best, Cheers Rick
Never drove an 18 spd, but used to be a trainer on the Super 10. Sadly, I can no longer handle a manual for long periods. My feet just can't handle a clutch for long. (Health issues.) I do miss the Super 10 though.
I like how you remind people to just stay calm with a calm voice . When my niece first started driving for a living I told her always stay calm in control just pull over take what I call a 20 minute power nap/meditation to collect yourself forget about all the pressures .
It's unlikely that I'll ever drive a semi and even more unlikely I'll ever have to drive an 18 speed but I sat through every second of your video. I'm a teacher by profession and you probably explained a concept better than most teachers today can actually explain something. Perfect mix of simple vocabulary, visual aid, and repeated demonstration. That's how you know someone is knowledgeable or a specialist in a specific subject or skill, when they're able to explain something to almost anyone. Every vehicle I've ever owned has been standard and even I was confused how they got 18 gears out of that shifter. That splitter feature is amazing I never knew that even existed. Whoever you work for is lucky to have you working for them and if you are self employed you should look into offering training sessions for large trucking companies. If you offered an educational course that incorporated a review of basic truck safety training, roadside safety, driving safely in congestion, and whatever else you see fit I could see some companies hiring you as a presenter or even trainer. Now a days safety is becoming a bigger and bigger issue. It would save the company time and money. I'm not too sure because I'm not in that industry but I would assume that trucking companies would have to do some sort of yearly refresher or training videos for their drivers as part as health & safety laws. I could be wrong but either way, you really know your stuff about this Trans and you can tell you have been driving for a long time by the way you speak. You really can tell he is passionate about his profession and is trying to encourage others not.to be afraid or get turned away because it's intimidating. I commend you sir and thank you for all you do!
You’re explanation is a lot better than you give yourself credit for. I’m not an operator, but I’ve always been interested in semi trucks, and I have a great deal of respect for you guys and girls who keep our economy moving. I’d love to get behind the wheel in a big parking lot just to see what it’s like. Thanks for the content. You’d be a great trainer.
I never drove one but am learning maintenance helping a neighbor. 4 western star with Detroit 60 and a kenworth running a cat. Gliders without emotions. Im about 3 months in and learning a lot... I loaded trucks for s living so I have a certain bond with trucks... I like it
I learned how to drive and 18 speed in 5 min. The boss man just said with a huge smile on his face " oh son hop on in the hot seat and put on your seatbelt I'm gonna learn you today!"
Most likely I'll never ever drive a truck, and after watching your vid I'm still impressed by 18 gears. However, it's amazing how you explained it in really simple vocabulary, which isn't always easy when you're experienced at doing something. Hell, you even made me understand it.
@Jesus is LORD he sure is lord of lord and king of kings No demon would want to be captured by him... And so according to your recent testimony How long will you be fasting?
I love driving an 18-speed rig, it's what I learned on. Not complicated at all, just seems that way at first. The gear splitter is awesome for smooth acceleration, especially when hauling heavy loads uphill.
Iv been a wrecker operator for years and i usually drive a 6 speed international. Im about to be in an 18 speed 50 ton. And i was definitely a little intimated. You definitely made a super helpful video explaining everything perfectly! Thanks so much!
@@williamcoltrane9184 Probably worn trans or clutch. After it's warm oil might lube abit making it shift better. 1995 is quite old now, nothing like a rebuild if budget allows...
Well it’s a yard truck that I use to haul material around the yard . It shifts great at first an as the day goes it gets harder and harder to get into gear
Thank you!! I needed this. My company gave me the 18 speed truck and told me that if I could do 13 , then I could do 18. But I was confused about it. This made the most sense! Now I can ride smoother!
For best explanation 18 is just 13 but the difference is that in 18 you have to split the gear in low gear ( 1, 2, 3, 4) but in 13 you don't split in low gear, you split only in higher gear ( 5, 6, 7, 8 )
This guy's doesn't know shit about this shift pattern he's a joke I was taught old school from my uncle he doesn't know shit from the beginning of this video I'm pissed
He actually over complicated it. If you can drive a 13 speed then it's identical except for the fact you can now split the gears in lower range as we as the high range. Easiest way to think is the gear box shifts just like a 9 speed. But you have added option using the Grey button to split every gear into a high and low as well Think of it as shifting 3, 3 and half , 4, 4 and a half ,5 ect. With the half gears being optional . But available if needed.
This is the best video I’ve seen so far 😂 everyone else just shows themself driving the truck no explanation whatsoever on how to actually split the gears thank you brother❗️ I pick up my 2020 Peterbilt 389 next week and this helped me out a lot❗️
I drive manual cars, never anything over 6 gears. Coming from someone who has no knowledge on these transmissions, this was a damn good explanation. You made it very easy to understand
I’m about to start a job driving my first Peterbilt and I’m super excited. Your explanation couldn’t be any easier. I definitely have a lot more confidence now. I’m used to driving a 10 speed manual. You really made this sound like it’s going to be a lot of fun. Thank you.
I can finally say I understand how the Eaton 18-speed works thanks to your video. I read so many explanations on splitters and platters without being able to visualize how that would work...
I've seen a lot of TH-cam videos on how to learn how to drive a truck, but no one clearly explains it. and, I don't know anything about 18 speeds and You simply showed us in ten minutes, Thanks.
I understand that you’re trying to stay humble by saying you’re not good at tutoring, but I I’ll tell you what: I subscribe to your channel because you have the teaching skills. You put yourself in an ignorant shoes and it works. Congratulations brother. Very helpful.your way is so far the more practical.🙏🏿🙏🏿
I would love to order an 18 speed DD13 with a very high highway rear end for regional work. Nothing like that power and flow of an 18 speed. Just the perfect gear in any scenario. I got taught how to drive on an 18spd when I was 13 before I drove anything else. Gotta love trucking grandpas.
About to start a tanker job in Texas. I never seen an 18 speed truck & I'm gonna have to use those when I start this job. I literally thought they were 18 actual gears & was a bit worried. This video made me feel way better & more confident now. The explanation is awesome. Now I can't wait to try it out, Thanks! Definitely earned my subscription sir!
I've been looking for a new job, the company I want to move to mostly uses 18s and when I heard that I was instantly concerned. I haven't driven a stick since my CDL test almost 3 years ago, been driving an auto my whole career. This is easily the best explaination I've seen
Never driven anything aside from standard 'car' (5/6 speed) manual and likely won't but it is great to have at least a basic understanding of how these transmissions work. Thanks Cory!
That was an excellent explanation. I used to drive a little 5 tonner here in New Zealand doing metro freight, 6 speed manual. Tried an 18 gear once. I cleaned the teeth in the gearbox more often than not. I heard many times that the eaton transmission was almost impossible to damage, one of the most forgiving transmissions out. You would be an excellent tutor for teaching ones like me how to drive a tractor trailer unit. Sounds like you've got the patience (to a certain level) to teach ones like me who clean the gearboxes teeth.
Perfect. I was nervous about driving a 18 speed. Never done so before and after watching this video on side of the road. After 30 min I was no longer nervous and love it. Many thanks!
Your explanation of the shifting procedure and transmission operation is very good, anyone who saw this video should have no problem understanding what you are explaining. It’s been 40 years since I have drove a truck, and it was only a 5 speed with a 2 speed differential.
You're an excellent teacher, because I understood everything you explained, and I've never driven a truck in my life and only drove a manual yeeeears ago and not very well. I've always like learning a little bit about a skill others have mastered. And also having an understanding of what drivers of big rigs are doing technically , makes me want to give them some more room to do their thing and I do ! Well done.
need to start sending all the SWIFT drivers here lol... we had one drop off a load on my overnight shift... ho boy where to start... they slammed into the bay on the third attempt, the first 2 they were too far off center to get the lift platform into it... he came inside like twice to see where he was... i told him the second time to just pull forward, put it in neutral and just roll it back... he gets back to his truck and i hear it spool up and shake and i yelled as loud as i could "TAKE THE BRAKES OFF!!!" lol my managers were facepalming... yea... that guy took literally 15 attempts to back up into our bay, the one time he pulled ALL the way out trying to re-center the trailer...
I had one of those transmissions in a heavy haul truck with a C-15 @ 550 HP. It also has a switchable rear end ratio between 4.11 and 5.66. The 4.11's would run down the highway as much as 80 MPH but when I used the 5.66 ratio 65 was all I could do, but the 5.66 ratio felt real strong when you were grossing 300,000 pounds. We had an old Ford dump truck that had a turned around 15 speed and a 3406 @ 425. My drivers called it "The Time machine" and one driver that claimed he run it out claimed the clock on the dash ran backwards when he topped out. Here's to big trucks and good truck driving stories.
I have a 15 speed and am going to try this. Because going up hill sometimes just want a few more rpm without full shift now I'm gonna try this. Actually have watched several videos but just didn't understand it quite right even watching utube videos of shifting. You have explained it so I do feel confident I will learn this. Great video
Thank you. That really helped me out. My new assignment is an 18 speed and I have no experience with that transmission. Thanks to you explanation I feel much better equipped to handle the new truck.
This was a great explanation! I'm going through trucking school and most of the rigs there have Eaton 13 speeds. I've gotten really really good at shifting within a couple weeks, but it only just recently clicked with me how the 13 actually works, and then I got curious about 18 speeds. It looks like they're basically the same with the exception of being able to split the lower range. They don't want us using the splitter very much there though, so I think it'll be a lot of fun getting to mess around with that when I'm finally in my own truck.
Practice with that 13 you have and remember you do not need to split every gear you can bypass the split and go directly to your next gear of choice Keeping in mind Traveling speed and engine speed you can master that Then you can drive any standard or manual vehicle Stay safe and be good to all that is around you out there 👍😊
It's pretty rare that you actually need to split the basement. gears, only if ur pulling a steep hill or a heavy load. But generally i wouldn't recommend it unless you're really comfortable. If it's that steap of hill u may be better off just pulling it in the gear ur in.
Great video. I think alot of people are afraid of the side selector because they just don’t know how beneficial it is. But like you said in the beginning, it is so addictive once you learn to use it. Especially if you can float gears. It makes driving so much easier. And for me, it’s fun to float thru all those gears.
I just got a new job and have been stressing because i've never driven a 18 speed transmission. this video has been very informative and I feel allot more confident for work next monday! Thanks allot
I'm about to apply to a local CDL school in the next day or two, and I was a bit intimidated about the possibility of driving an 18-speed manual transmission. Doubly so since I've never even driven a regular car with a manual transmission, though I do understand the theory pretty well. This video was a tremendous help in soothing those nerves. Thank you so much.
@@alexpadilla2319 Passed with flying colors back in May in a 10-speed manual, and about to have orientation at my first trucking job this coming Wednesday. Had to go to Swift because I rear-ended a guy back in 2020, but at least any stupid shit I manage to do won't tarnish a good company's reputation until that falls off in a few months. Anyways, definitely let me know how your own schooling goes! I'm keen to hear.
THANK YOU SO MUCH BROTHA!!!!! You literally gave me my aha moment lol. Best explanation I’ve ever seen, I’ve only driven 10 speeds and just jumped into a 18 speed today for a new job and man after watching this I’m already comfortable. Now I have to rework my muscle memory for a 18 speed. Great video.
As someone who has only experienced a 10 speed I've always wondered how that side splitter worked. This is the first time my question has been answered. Thanks man.
Thank u very much Gory, I drove 13 speed with flip. Now that I m about start my 18 speed, ur tutorial video did help me and realize that it’s just like the 13speed I drove before. Thanks again and u got my subscription
This actually made a great deal of sense. Thank you for taking 15 minutes to explain this to the world, this is just what i needed. Someone experienced and level headed to explain how this transmission works. I totally see why you would fall in love with it over time hah
Sir you are the best when explaining how to shift this 18 speed gear box..I've never driven an 18 speed before and will have to learn how to because I have an upcoming road test driving a dumper truck and I have to know how to do it correctly or I won't be hired..You explained it very well sir of all the videos of that I've watched with other drivers..It looks very easy the way you explained it..Thanks..
Hi Corey, I am a retreated radio dj (after 41 years) and I am following a Class One driver course. Thank you for your clear and sharps explanations, so far the best that I saw. It helps a lot. Kind regards from Canada. 🙂
Right on Bruno! I was in FM radio from 1987 to 2017 on-air, music director, and program director. Here in Salt Lake City at KBER, KZHT, K-Rock, and The Blaze. I still love radio and own Pure Rock Radio, it's streaming 24/7. I wish the reliable pay was still like The 80's and 90's. Trucking gives you 100% security and income. Plus there's 50 ways to drive either local, regional, or on the road for awhile. Good luck to you and I'm glad to hear from another radio pal!
I literally have never ever in my life seen how a 18 speed works and after seeing this video i feel fully confident to jump into one. AMZAZING man, very well explained 👍🏽👍🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Where were you 5 years ago when I needed this tutorial LOL like I said in my previous comment I was taught that you always had to come out of gear before you switched it. I'm not talking about the high and low gears I'm talking about the side switch
I used to always drive a 10 speed and a 13 speed. I love the 18 speed more options when you need it in the low range being able to split the low range unlike the 13 which only allows the splitting of the high range.
Shift it like a 13 speed until you get to the last two shifts, which shows 7th and 8th gear, then use the side splitter on those last two. Just remember to split on low or back before shifting down to the 8th then split again for your last gear for your highway speeds.
You make it sound quite do -able to someone who is starting out...you are so clear,yet without sounding doom and gloom if a duff shift occurs...good video and good voice-over
exactly what I said just stumbled across this. was actually riding in my buddies old school pete last night dropping my dry van at my house after my truck stopped on me. and this explains what I was hearing and wondering why I heard shifting when he didn't actually move the stick. but excellent video and now I can grasp the concept of driving an 18 speed. I've only drove a 10 and a 5 speed day cab.
Excellent video Cory… they moved me from my 10 to a 567 18 speed… I was nervous about it… you have taken the mystery out of it. Thank you so much brother! Josh-
Spent my life with a 13-spd. Loved it. Could never see why low range needed to be split, most guys skip those anyway. Where you really need that little boost is only on the highway in hi range anyway.
Hauling heavy from a dead stop on a hill, splitting with the engine brake you can continue gaining speed, it's easier on the running gear and keeps you in a good torque range.
I usually drive a 8 speed tri axle I’m working for a friend today he told me I have to drive his brand new389 Pete 18 speed I was a little nervous never drove a 18 speed watched your video drove that truck like a boss thanks very informational 🤘
Sir, thank you so much I've watching countless videos on shifting 18 spd and you really simplified the function of the splitter and how it splits every gear and when to engage it. Now I understand 👍
I plan on getting into trucking here pretty soon. Gonna take my permit test Friday. Ive been driving manual cars since I started driving but the most complex thing I ever drove was a 6 speed with a reverse safety lol. This video was well thought out. Hopefully I pick it up quickly once I get in one.
One year later, just wondering over here how your journey into trucking went? I'm about to jump in and get my class 1 training in Canada, couldn't be more excited for a career change!
@@justwowmanplays2941 I got my CDL in March and had to get the manual restriction off. Id stay away from company based schools. Idk if that's a thing in Canada. I liked otr but with young kids I decided the timing wasnt right. It's a lot of fun though. Good luck!
Not sure how the bike fits into this, aside from just about all bikes being manual. Learning regular manual is pretty easy. Just learn the shift patter and play around w shift points.
I never thought that I would like a Road Ranger, as the 13 had nothing on the 4X6 Spicer in a log truck, up in the Cascades. Then I drove a friends 379 Pete with a 3406B Cat and an 18 speed, hauling a Berger yarder, with a lowboy. One of the smoothest runs I ever made hauling heavy equipment. Speced my last truck with an 18 speed, and 2 speed Eaton rear ends. Smooth as silk, off road and on.
Dude awesome video. I have been driving for 20 years. And have never been in a position to need to drive an 18 speed., Always have been scared of them. Man I never knew it was that simple. Thanks so much.
When I started out driving it was for an old tanker firm that only had ERF's with Eaton twin splits. Took a bit to get used to but once you've learned and it's a good worn in box it's the best. 👌
Took me over a year to love the 18 speed lol I shift it a little different tho but sometimes I do it like you doing it in the video. Now I’ve gotten use to shift every gear even as bobtail lol great video man!
There's also a secret 19th gear....Granny low in high range. when unloaded it enables you to stay in high range be able to take off in about the equivalent of 3rd gear and go straight to 5th without having to go through the first 4 gears and change to high range. good for pulling out into high speed traffic and getting out of your own way. but you can only use this secret gear combo when your empty/solo or else you'll shave some life off your clutch. you can also split the the transition from granny high to 5th to ease the rpm transition.
Thank you for this video. Seriously. Been years since I drove an 18 speed. I got behind the wheel and immediately panicked as my brain went blank. This refresher helped beyond words. 🤘
So, basically, it just a 8-speed with a half gear change knob to make into 16-speeed, plus the low range and a reverse gear... Now I finally understand how it works. Thanks a bunch for making this video, my dude!
I've been driving for a long long time but never driven an 18. Now i have an interview (road test) in an 18spd next week, i was nervous until your explanation. Thanks
Well put. This is the best video of this that I’ve seen. With this explanation it’s easy to see how an 18 speed can be just as easy as any other. Thanks for putting this together.
I been driving 6-10 wheelers for 8 years now never had the chance to drive a manual truck thanks to company trucks being mostly autos nowadays, always wanted to drive a manual so this deff helped me have a better idea once I finally get into one 🤘🏻
Great explanations brother. Thank you very much! I'm heading to CDL school this coming week on Monday. Unfortunately they only train on automatic, but I plan to learn manual 18 speed on my time through a relative or another private schooling. It's my true ambition to be shifting one of those in a tanker, but gotta get my foot in the door anyway I can right now. Once again thank you for doing this video. Sincerely, NeVMeV
What is this "cdl school" I keep hearing about? Just borrow a buddies truck or rent one if you have too and head over to the local DMV that test for commercial licences and take the test.....it's only around $100 here in Texas as opposed to multiple thousands if you go threw school.....just my 2 cents
@@MrEddie426 Typical shitty trucking companies won't hire these so call graduates! (My insurance wouldn't allow )x amount of hours time behind the wheel and x amount of class time ! One has to start somewhere ! Lol! Schneider swift werner ( shitty companies lol) from a retired 8 truck 16 trailer operator with my own authority! Just saying 🙂
Man I'm a new driver I drove a freightliner 10 speed for CDL school. I'm gonna be hauling Cement and Sand. Company wants me to drive 18 speed which sounded like a bunch of gears. But thank you for your input man really nice video made my nerves go down. Is just a different shift pattern.
I've learned so many different things from chanel creators and in many cases I've implemented those ideas and saved alot of money. I have never driven a semi but now a days understanding the basics in just about anything may be useful some day . TH-cam creators are fricken awesome . Thank you for making this video. I understood quite well what you explained.
Damn but you explained this awesomely my guy. I actually understood that whole explanation, feel more confident on trying get a CDL now.. thanks bro 😎🤙
This is my 11th year on the road. Today, I'm driving my first 18 speed ever. It's ALL been 10 speeds no matter what company I've driven for. This same company had me in a 13 speed for awhile, but it was an automatic.
Excellent video Cory! This is the best I've seen for operating an 18 speed. Just got a job driving a logging truck but I learned on an Eaton super 10 so this really helped out a lot!
Best explanation i've seen on TH-cam. Also for splitting. You can "pre select" the split. If you're in 6 gear and you wanna split soon. You can split while on throttle. It's not gonna do anything while you're on throttle. You let off and get back on it. and it's gonna split.
It wears out the auxiliary gear box… you move the splitter button and shift. Don’t hesitate unless you enjoy worn out sliding clutches.. once you’ve see a sliding clutch with all the teeth rounded out you’ll realize how much damage you’re doing…
I’m pretty sure you’re supposed to pre select all gears. That’s from Eaton .
@@JoseMartinez-ll7vo preselect doesn’t mean select the gear at 1200 rpm and take it to 2000 with the splitter selected and then let off the throttle. You take it to desired rpm, ease out of the throttle so you’re not building tons of boost and load on the transmission, select the split and press the clutch lightly to remove all load from the transmission and allow the sliding clutch to move into overdrive. That will save your back half of your transmission from unnecessary wear .. preselecting low and high range makes no difference as it has to pass through neutral to enable the shift to take place where as the splitter immediately tries to force its way into gear as soon as the button is moved. That’s why it’s important not to hesitate to shift once the split is selected. You’re rapidly wearing your transmission out if you hesitate.
@ been driving the way been driving for years never had a tranny give out on me. Gonna drive my way. How bout that?
Next week lets do the Scania 3 over 3 with a split. Awesome box.
You must have small kid's or a man of the cloth, your level of patience and clarity was a joy to hear. I'm a retiree (not a truck driver) and wanted to learn this for American truck simulator, my new hobby. Now I can complete my setup. Thanks again. Safe travels and God bless 🙏.
American Truck Simulator. That's awesome! Lol. Love those games.
How do you have your setup for American truck setup for 18 speed
I appreciate you for serving our country, if you did.(your username.) ATS is too good, need to level it up by Getting a shifter.. I’ve been using the paddles on my wheel.😢😂
Thanks for responding, I absolutely served. Thank you for your support. As you can see my post is over 2 yrs ago, but thanks to your tutorial, I'm shifting gears with the big dogs 😅. Up until your video I really did think that it was 18 individual gears to learn. Take care. Semper Fi 🇺🇸 and God bless.
@@earlemersonjr9784I downloaded the game from STEAM. I bought the G29 setup, shifter and button box.
A simple thing to remember with an 18 speed is you have 9 forward gears if you split each gear it's like 9×2 which gives you your 18 gears
So is it ok to split ever gear ?
@@LuisVillalba-x7d it is but it's not necessary unless you doing heavy haul
Hmmm, Good coach...
I know it’s silly but I don’t drive a semi truck, but watching this is very helpful for me learning how to do this still for some my 18 speeds in ATS 😂
Its not though, it's 8x2 with a Lo & Lo-Lo in your bottom range
The grey splitter button denotes the transmission as an 18-speed. Red is 13-speed, and blue is 15-speed. Blue can also be a Super-10, but those aren't common at all. There are 18 forward gears. With the range selector down, there are 10 gears on the bottom - it's a 5-speed transmission and you can split each gear. And with the range selector up, there are 8 more gears on the top. In the top range, you don't get low gear. Unless you're running heavy (+100K lbs), in a gravel pit, or on ice roads, most of the time you're just going to drive it like a 12-speed - 4 in the bottom, and 8 in the top. Splitting gears in the bottom...really, I don't know any driver that really wants to work that hard. Finally, for those of you downshifting - downshift whole gears. Once you're experienced, you can split down 1/2 a gear, but again, who wants to work that hard. If ole' timers are explaining it to you, they may say direct (splitter back) and overdrive (splitter forward). Those same ole' timers will tell you that they drove a 5 & 4 uphill to school both ways when they started out! ;0) Safe trucking everyone. All the best, Cheers Rick
Super 10s are grey commonly one of the trucks in a trucking company I sometimes work around is a super 10
As somebody who doesn’t drive trucks this explanation blew my mind 😂😂 complicated stuff just to change gears
Never drove an 18 spd, but used to be a trainer on the Super 10. Sadly, I can no longer handle a manual for long periods. My feet just can't handle a clutch for long. (Health issues.) I do miss the Super 10 though.
yes color of selector is the best identifier also blues can be a 8LL
@@jasonbuhl1636 I think that’s what mine is there are 3 lows and 3 reverses and it’s a blue splitter
I like how you remind people to just stay calm with a calm voice . When my niece first started driving for a living I told her always stay calm in control just pull over take what I call a 20 minute power nap/meditation to collect yourself forget about all the pressures .
It's unlikely that I'll ever drive a semi and even more unlikely I'll ever have to drive an 18 speed but I sat through every second of your video. I'm a teacher by profession and you probably explained a concept better than most teachers today can actually explain something. Perfect mix of simple vocabulary, visual aid, and repeated demonstration. That's how you know someone is knowledgeable or a specialist in a specific subject or skill, when they're able to explain something to almost anyone. Every vehicle I've ever owned has been standard and even I was confused how they got 18 gears out of that shifter. That splitter feature is amazing I never knew that even existed.
Whoever you work for is lucky to have you working for them and if you are self employed you should look into offering training sessions for large trucking companies.
If you offered an educational course that incorporated a review of basic truck safety training, roadside safety, driving safely in congestion, and whatever else you see fit I could see some companies hiring you as a presenter or even trainer. Now a days safety is becoming a bigger and bigger issue. It would save the company time and money. I'm not too sure because I'm not in that industry but I would assume that trucking companies would have to do some sort of yearly refresher or training videos for their drivers as part as health & safety laws. I could be wrong but either way, you really know your stuff about this Trans and you can tell you have been driving for a long time by the way you speak. You really can tell he is passionate about his profession and is trying to encourage others not.to be afraid or get turned away because it's intimidating. I commend you sir and thank you for all you do!
You’re explanation is a lot better than you give yourself credit for. I’m not an operator, but I’ve always been interested in semi trucks, and I have a great deal of respect for you guys and girls who keep our economy moving. I’d love to get behind the wheel in a big parking lot just to see what it’s like. Thanks for the content. You’d be a great trainer.
Thanks for the nice words...take it easy
I never drove one but am learning maintenance helping a neighbor. 4 western star with Detroit 60 and a kenworth running a cat. Gliders without emotions. Im about 3 months in and learning a lot... I loaded trucks for s living so I have a certain bond with trucks... I like it
I learned how to drive and 18 speed in 5 min. The boss man just said with a huge smile on his face " oh son hop on in the hot seat and put on your seatbelt I'm gonna learn you today!"
Most likely I'll never ever drive a truck, and after watching your vid I'm still impressed by 18 gears. However, it's amazing how you explained it in really simple vocabulary, which isn't always easy when you're experienced at doing something. Hell, you even made me understand it.
And if you did splitting bottom end you would do like most skip bottom gears till you get to uper gears. Unless at 100k. Wich is heavy haul.
You can try this with American Truck Simulator. Pretty fun!
@Jesus is LORD he sure is lord of lord and king of kings
No demon would want to be captured by him...
And so according to your recent testimony
How long will you be fasting?
10 minutes.@@regigilman2255
I love driving an 18-speed rig, it's what I learned on. Not complicated at all, just seems that way at first. The gear splitter is awesome for smooth acceleration, especially when hauling heavy loads uphill.
Driving an 18 speed is fun th-cam.com/video/Oias8p213no/w-d-xo.html
Iv been a wrecker operator for years and i usually drive a 6 speed international. Im about to be in an 18 speed 50 ton. And i was definitely a little intimated. You definitely made a super helpful video explaining everything perfectly! Thanks so much!
Right on, great to hear from you...
How did it work out for you? I haven't driven a manual in years, and I'm thinking about going to a company that only offers 18 speeds.
I’m driving a 95 international.. when the truck warms up and I put it in gear why does it grind so badly?
@@williamcoltrane9184 Probably worn trans or clutch. After it's warm oil might lube abit making it shift better. 1995 is quite old now, nothing like a rebuild if budget allows...
Well it’s a yard truck that I use to haul material around the yard . It shifts great at first an as the day goes it gets harder and harder to get into gear
Thank you!! I needed this. My company gave me the 18 speed truck and told me that if I could do 13 , then I could do 18. But I was confused about it. This made the most sense! Now I can ride smoother!
For best explanation 18 is just 13 but the difference is that in 18 you have to split the gear in low gear ( 1, 2, 3, 4) but in 13 you don't split in low gear, you split only in higher gear ( 5, 6, 7, 8 )
This guy's doesn't know shit about this shift pattern he's a joke I was taught old school from my uncle he doesn't know shit from the beginning of this video I'm pissed
@@billyjoniklewski8018 are you ok?
He actually over complicated it. If you can drive a 13 speed then it's identical except for the fact you can now split the gears in lower range as we as the high range.
Easiest way to think is the gear box shifts just like a 9 speed. But you have added option using the Grey button to split every gear into a high and low as well
Think of it as shifting 3, 3 and half , 4, 4 and a half ,5 ect. With the half gears being optional . But available if needed.
@@exlynxjock I needed the over-complicated explanation
This is the best video I’ve seen so far 😂 everyone else just shows themself driving the truck no explanation whatsoever on how to actually split the gears thank you brother❗️ I pick up my 2020 Peterbilt 389 next week and this helped me out a lot❗️
Right on Pedro!
I drive manual cars, never anything over 6 gears. Coming from someone who has no knowledge on these transmissions, this was a damn good explanation. You made it very easy to understand
I’m about to start a job driving my first Peterbilt and I’m super excited. Your explanation couldn’t be any easier. I definitely have a lot more confidence now. I’m used to driving a 10 speed manual. You really made this sound like it’s going to be a lot of fun. Thank you.
Glad I could help! TYhat's awesome. Take it easy...
I can finally say I understand how the Eaton 18-speed works thanks to your video. I read so many explanations on splitters and platters without being able to visualize how that would work...
"There's never a reason to haul ass in reverse, okay"-Quotes to live by
When you're backing nearly a mile down a logging road....just sayin
LMAO 🤣
@@aaronsanborn4291 A lot of 10 speeds have a really low speed high RPM in reverse so high gets a lot of use.
If you have to merge with traffic you can't f*ck around!!!
Unless someone is going to back into you 😂
I've seen a lot of TH-cam videos on how to learn how to drive a truck, but no one clearly explains it. and, I don't know anything about 18 speeds and You simply showed us in ten minutes, Thanks.
Nothing like learning from someone who is passionate about what they do. Good job
I understand that you’re trying to stay humble by saying you’re not good at tutoring, but I I’ll tell you what:
I subscribe to your channel because you have the teaching skills.
You put yourself in an ignorant shoes and it works.
Congratulations brother.
Very helpful.your way is so far the more practical.🙏🏿🙏🏿
I would love to order an 18 speed DD13 with a very high highway rear end for regional work. Nothing like that power and flow of an 18 speed. Just the perfect gear in any scenario. I got taught how to drive on an 18spd when I was 13 before I drove anything else. Gotta love trucking grandpas.
About to start a tanker job in Texas. I never seen an 18 speed truck & I'm gonna have to use those when I start this job. I literally thought they were 18 actual gears & was a bit worried. This video made me feel way better & more confident now. The explanation is awesome. Now I can't wait to try it out, Thanks!
Definitely earned my subscription sir!
What part of Texas are you gonna be hauling bro? Same here, never driven a 18 speed. Need some help. I’m gonna be hopefully hauling Frac.
I've been looking for a new job, the company I want to move to mostly uses 18s and when I heard that I was instantly concerned. I haven't driven a stick since my CDL test almost 3 years ago, been driving an auto my whole career. This is easily the best explaination I've seen
Never driven anything aside from standard 'car' (5/6 speed) manual and likely won't but it is great to have at least a basic understanding of how these transmissions work. Thanks Cory!
Same, just in case I want to know. Maybe a zombie apocalypse or aliens and anything in between
You never know... one day you will decide to get out there on the road. And now you have this.
That was an excellent explanation. I used to drive a little 5 tonner here in New Zealand doing metro freight, 6 speed manual. Tried an 18 gear once. I cleaned the teeth in the gearbox more often than not. I heard many times that the eaton transmission was almost impossible to damage, one of the most forgiving transmissions out. You would be an excellent tutor for teaching ones like me how to drive a tractor trailer unit. Sounds like you've got the patience (to a certain level) to teach ones like me who clean the gearboxes teeth.
Perfect. I was nervous about driving a 18 speed. Never done so before and after watching this video on side of the road. After 30 min I was no longer nervous and love it. Many thanks!
Your explanation of the shifting procedure and transmission operation is very good, anyone who saw this video should have no problem understanding what you are explaining. It’s been 40 years since I have drove a truck, and it was only a 5 speed with a 2 speed differential.
You're an excellent teacher, because I understood everything you explained, and I've never driven a truck in my life and only drove a manual yeeeears ago and not very well. I've always like learning a little bit about a skill others have mastered. And also having an understanding of what drivers of big rigs are doing technically , makes me want to give them some more room to do their thing and I do ! Well done.
need to start sending all the SWIFT drivers here lol... we had one drop off a load on my overnight shift... ho boy where to start... they slammed into the bay on the third attempt, the first 2 they were too far off center to get the lift platform into it... he came inside like twice to see where he was... i told him the second time to just pull forward, put it in neutral and just roll it back... he gets back to his truck and i hear it spool up and shake and i yelled as loud as i could "TAKE THE BRAKES OFF!!!" lol my managers were facepalming... yea... that guy took literally 15 attempts to back up into our bay, the one time he pulled ALL the way out trying to re-center the trailer...
Hello there, my name is David , to be frank , the explanation is very key to me here in Kenya,, Thank you.
Take it easy over there David...
I had one of those transmissions in a heavy haul truck with a C-15 @ 550 HP. It also has a switchable rear end ratio between 4.11 and 5.66. The 4.11's would run down the highway as much as 80 MPH but when I used the 5.66 ratio 65 was all I could do, but the 5.66 ratio felt real strong when you were grossing 300,000 pounds. We had an old Ford dump truck that had a turned around 15 speed and a 3406 @ 425. My drivers called it "The Time machine" and one driver that claimed he run it out claimed the clock on the dash ran backwards when he topped out. Here's to big trucks and good truck driving stories.
I have a 15 speed and am going to try this.
Because going up hill sometimes just want a few more rpm without full shift now I'm gonna try this.
Actually have watched several videos but just didn't understand it quite right even watching utube videos of shifting.
You have explained it so I do feel confident I will learn this.
Great video
Thank you. That really helped me out. My new assignment is an 18 speed and I have no experience with that transmission. Thanks to you explanation I feel much better equipped to handle the new truck.
Don't even have a cdl or drive trucks, but looked this up out of curiosity to see how it works compared to normal 5 speed. That's some cool shifting 😊
This was a great explanation! I'm going through trucking school and most of the rigs there have Eaton 13 speeds. I've gotten really really good at shifting within a couple weeks, but it only just recently clicked with me how the 13 actually works, and then I got curious about 18 speeds. It looks like they're basically the same with the exception of being able to split the lower range. They don't want us using the splitter very much there though, so I think it'll be a lot of fun getting to mess around with that when I'm finally in my own truck.
Practice with that 13 you have and remember you do not need to split every gear you can bypass the split and go directly to your next gear of choice
Keeping in mind
Traveling speed and engine speed you can master that
Then you can drive any standard or manual vehicle
Stay safe and be good to all that is around you out there 👍😊
It's pretty rare that you actually need to split the basement. gears, only if ur pulling a steep hill or a heavy load. But generally i wouldn't recommend it unless you're really comfortable. If it's that steap of hill u may be better off just pulling it in the gear ur in.
Awesome explanation and video I’ve been driving for 21 years and I’m going into the oilfield into a 389 18 speed and after watching I’m ready
Great video. I think alot of people are afraid of the side selector because they just don’t know how beneficial it is. But like you said in the beginning, it is so addictive once you learn to use it. Especially if you can float gears. It makes driving so much easier. And for me, it’s fun to float thru all those gears.
18-speed is the best if you use a manual. Now almost all new trucks are automated so these trans are harder to find...
I just got a new job and have been stressing because i've never driven a 18 speed transmission. this video has been very informative and I feel allot more confident for work next monday! Thanks allot
I'm about to apply to a local CDL school in the next day or two, and I was a bit intimidated about the possibility of driving an 18-speed manual transmission. Doubly so since I've never even driven a regular car with a manual transmission, though I do understand the theory pretty well. This video was a tremendous help in soothing those nerves. Thank you so much.
How did you do bro, I’m starting trucking school soon
@@alexpadilla2319 Passed with flying colors back in May in a 10-speed manual, and about to have orientation at my first trucking job this coming Wednesday. Had to go to Swift because I rear-ended a guy back in 2020, but at least any stupid shit I manage to do won't tarnish a good company's reputation until that falls off in a few months.
Anyways, definitely let me know how your own schooling goes! I'm keen to hear.
I have never seen such a impressive display of teaching. You are amazing at explaining. Thank you!
Thanks Jason! Have a great day
An amazing transmission. Nothing like that dialed in feeling when you're dancing that beautiful device in your hand!
Hi Cory. You are modest - I watched a few tutorial videos before coming across yours, and yours has helped me understand it best. Thanks!
THANK YOU SO MUCH BROTHA!!!!! You literally gave me my aha moment lol. Best explanation I’ve ever seen, I’ve only driven 10 speeds and just jumped into a 18 speed today for a new job and man after watching this I’m already comfortable. Now I have to rework my muscle memory for a 18 speed. Great video.
Same
this is the best video I have seen yet on shifting at 18 speed - thank you for this great explanation
You got it!
As someone who has only experienced a 10 speed I've always wondered how that side splitter worked. This is the first time my question has been answered. Thanks man.
With a 10 speed the gray knob forward you would not be able to shift into fifth...
The switch on the side is called the RANGE
Thank u very much Gory, I drove 13 speed with flip. Now that I m about start my 18 speed, ur tutorial video did help me and realize that it’s just like the 13speed I drove before. Thanks again and u got my subscription
This actually made a great deal of sense. Thank you for taking 15 minutes to explain this to the world, this is just what i needed. Someone experienced and level headed to explain how this transmission works. I totally see why you would fall in love with it over time hah
Hey there, this trans is awesome, just takes a few days to grind some gears, then soon you'll shift without even thinking about it. Take it easy...
Sir you are the best when explaining how to shift this 18 speed gear box..I've never driven an 18 speed before and will have to learn how to because I have an upcoming road test driving a dumper truck and I have to know how to do it correctly or I won't be hired..You explained it very well sir of all the videos of that I've watched with other drivers..It looks very easy the way you explained it..Thanks..
Hi Corey, I am a retreated radio dj (after 41 years) and I am following a Class One driver course. Thank you for your clear and sharps explanations, so far the best that I saw. It helps a lot. Kind regards from Canada. 🙂
Right on Bruno! I was in FM radio from 1987 to 2017 on-air, music director, and program director. Here in Salt Lake City at KBER, KZHT, K-Rock, and The Blaze. I still love radio and own Pure Rock Radio, it's streaming 24/7. I wish the reliable pay was still like The 80's and 90's. Trucking gives you 100% security and income. Plus there's 50 ways to drive either local, regional, or on the road for awhile. Good luck to you and I'm glad to hear from another radio pal!
I literally have never ever in my life seen how a 18 speed works and after seeing this video i feel fully confident to jump into one. AMZAZING man, very well explained 👍🏽👍🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Where were you 5 years ago when I needed this tutorial LOL like I said in my previous comment I was taught that you always had to come out of gear before you switched it. I'm not talking about the high and low gears I'm talking about the side switch
I used to always drive a 10 speed and a 13 speed. I love the 18 speed more options when you need it in the low range being able to split the low range unlike the 13 which only allows the splitting of the high range.
Just getting into driving professionally and this video is the best one I’ve watched in turns of braking it down so someone new can understand
I clearly understood this one.
Thank you.
If I am allowed to ask, how do we shift the 18 speed down?
Thanks Mate, just learning Road Ranger here in Sydney Australia, best video I've seen, nice and easy and straightforward.
Thanks again.
Shift it like a 13 speed until you get to the last two shifts, which shows 7th and 8th gear, then use the side splitter on those last two. Just remember to split on low or back before shifting down to the 8th then split again for your last gear for your highway speeds.
You make it sound quite do -able to someone who is starting out...you are so clear,yet without sounding doom and gloom if a duff shift occurs...good video and good voice-over
Thank you. I've been driving a stick all my life, but never 18. I always wanted to learn. This really made it very easy to understand.
its the same as a 13 you just split the bottom too... i doubt anyone splits the bottom anyway in the US.. In Canada our loads are actually heavy
Today I can say, I always wondered how this thing works. Can't thank you enough! Very well explained!!!
Best explanation I’ve watch so far, thanks really clear up everything.
I'll try to make a better one
@@chrispayne36 lol 😂
exactly what I said just stumbled across this. was actually riding in my buddies old school pete last night dropping my dry van at my house after my truck stopped on me. and this explains what I was hearing and wondering why I heard shifting when he didn't actually move the stick. but excellent video and now I can grasp the concept of driving an 18 speed. I've only drove a 10 and a 5 speed day cab.
holy crap my mind is blown thank you for an easy how to guide !!!
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Excellent video Cory… they moved me from my 10 to a 567 18 speed… I was nervous about it… you have taken the mystery out of it. Thank you so much brother! Josh-
Right on Joshua...be safe out there!
lol I like " there's never no reason to haul ass in reverse "
I imagine you’re one hell of an appreciated trainer/instructor or once was.
Brother…. When I tell you this was an excellent… EXCELLENT video on how to conduct an 18 speed transmission…. Bravo!
Spent my life with a 13-spd. Loved it. Could never see why low range needed to be split, most guys skip those anyway. Where you really need that little boost is only on the highway in hi range anyway.
Hauling heavy from a dead stop on a hill, splitting with the engine brake you can continue gaining speed, it's easier on the running gear and keeps you in a good torque range.
I usually drive a 8 speed tri axle I’m working for a friend today he told me I have to drive his brand new389 Pete 18 speed I was a little nervous never drove a 18 speed watched your video drove that truck like a boss thanks very informational 🤘
That was a better explanation than I received from the yard when I went from 13 to 18. Retired 15 years almost.
And why need to split bottom were you 100k. I skip so many lower gears at 80k. Maybe your drove a neutered truck. Is that how you roll
Sir, thank you so much I've watching countless videos on shifting 18 spd and you really simplified the function of the splitter and how it splits every gear and when to engage it. Now I understand 👍
I’m looking at buying a truck with an 18 speed. I think I might look a little more into it now. Thanks for making this video!
Not everyone is capable of teaching, This man is. 🤟
I’ve always thought of “thumb” splitter as a “half” gear, that little boost of rpm’s to get up an incline.
Cory you the best mentor so far it's working great on my driving record
I plan on getting into trucking here pretty soon. Gonna take my permit test Friday. Ive been driving manual cars since I started driving but the most complex thing I ever drove was a 6 speed with a reverse safety lol. This video was well thought out. Hopefully I pick it up quickly once I get in one.
One year later, just wondering over here how your journey into trucking went? I'm about to jump in and get my class 1 training in Canada, couldn't be more excited for a career change!
@@justwowmanplays2941 I got my CDL in March and had to get the manual restriction off. Id stay away from company based schools. Idk if that's a thing in Canada. I liked otr but with young kids I decided the timing wasnt right. It's a lot of fun though. Good luck!
Drove one of these bad boys owned by my trainer was a great time learning and being taught with patience similar to this video I'll never forget it :)
I'm gonna buy a bike tomorrow. This really helped!
Not sure how the bike fits into this, aside from just about all bikes being manual. Learning regular manual is pretty easy. Just learn the shift patter and play around w shift points.
I never thought that I would like a Road Ranger, as the 13 had nothing on the 4X6 Spicer in a log truck, up in the Cascades. Then I drove a friends 379 Pete with a 3406B Cat and an 18 speed, hauling a Berger yarder, with a lowboy. One of the smoothest runs I ever made hauling heavy equipment. Speced my last truck with an 18 speed, and 2 speed Eaton rear ends. Smooth as silk, off road and on.
This the best explaining ever I was so afraid to drive a 18 speed but I made it so much easier thank u coming from the Bahamas 🇧🇸
Dude awesome video. I have been driving for 20 years. And have never been in a position to need to drive an 18 speed., Always have been scared of them. Man I never knew it was that simple. Thanks so much.
Best verbal breakdown on the web. Thank you.
Thank you for making this video it helped a lot at the school I learned on a 10 speed but my new employer uses 18 speed trucks.
You explained that so well, I feel like could drive one right now....and I've never driven a tractor/trailer!
Shifting is the easy part. Dealing with idiots on the road never goes away.
When I started out driving it was for an old tanker firm that only had ERF's with Eaton twin splits. Took a bit to get used to but once you've learned and it's a good worn in box it's the best. 👌
Took me over a year to love the 18 speed lol I shift it a little different tho but sometimes I do it like you doing it in the video. Now I’ve gotten use to shift every gear even as bobtail lol great video man!
For those who don't know what a bobtail is it's just a tractor alone
Out of all the video I've watched yours is the most thorough. You made it easy to understand.
There's also a secret 19th gear....Granny low in high range. when unloaded it enables you to stay in high range be able to take off in about the equivalent of 3rd gear and go straight to 5th without having to go through the first 4 gears and change to high range. good for pulling out into high speed traffic and getting out of your own way. but you can only use this secret gear combo when your empty/solo or else you'll shave some life off your clutch. you can also split the the transition from granny high to 5th to ease the rpm transition.
Hahahaha I’ve tried teaching this trick to some of my veteran drivers and they look at me like wtf ??? Scratching their heads
Good point. I used to do that in a 2 stick Mack just for fun.
Thank you for this video. Seriously. Been years since I drove an 18 speed. I got behind the wheel and immediately panicked as my brain went blank. This refresher helped beyond words. 🤘
I love
So, basically, it just a 8-speed with a half gear change knob to make into 16-speeed, plus the low range and a reverse gear...
Now I finally understand how it works. Thanks a bunch for making this video, my dude!
I've been driving for a long long time but never driven an 18. Now i have an interview (road test) in an 18spd next week, i was nervous until your explanation. Thanks
Right on...good luck! You will learn to love the 18 speed...
How did the interview go? Did you get the job?
Jerry Franzone Bet you love that 18 speed now.
Well put. This is the best video of this that I’ve seen.
With this explanation it’s easy to see how an 18 speed can be just as easy as any other.
Thanks for putting this together.
I loved driving an 18 speed. Now try to explain float shifting up and down lol great job my friend.
18 speed is so much better
Probably will never drive a semi but feel like I am certified to drive an 18 speed after watching this. Thank you
Thank you Cory, you made it seem so easy. I'll be driving 18 gear for the first time. You've made me feel more at ease, thank you, God bless.
I been driving 6-10 wheelers for 8 years now never had the chance to drive a manual truck thanks to company trucks being mostly autos nowadays, always wanted to drive a manual so this deff helped me have a better idea once I finally get into one 🤘🏻
Great explanations brother. Thank you very much! I'm heading to CDL school this coming week on Monday. Unfortunately they only train on automatic, but I plan to learn manual 18 speed on my time through a relative or another private schooling. It's my true ambition to be shifting one of those in a tanker, but gotta get my foot in the door anyway I can right now. Once again thank you for doing this video. Sincerely,
NeVMeV
What is this "cdl school" I keep hearing about? Just borrow a buddies truck or rent one if you have too and head over to the local DMV that test for commercial licences and take the test.....it's only around $100 here in Texas as opposed to multiple thousands if you go threw school.....just my 2 cents
@@MrEddie426 Typical shitty trucking companies won't hire these so call graduates! (My insurance wouldn't allow )x amount of hours time behind the wheel and x amount of class time ! One has to start somewhere ! Lol! Schneider swift werner ( shitty companies lol) from a retired 8 truck 16 trailer operator with my own authority! Just saying 🙂
Man I'm a new driver I drove a freightliner 10 speed for CDL school. I'm gonna be hauling Cement and Sand. Company wants me to drive 18 speed which sounded like a bunch of gears. But thank you for your input man really nice video made my nerves go down. Is just a different shift pattern.
Low gear, low and high (grey splitter) are 1st and 2nd. Always flip the splitter before you let off the fuel.
It's a good try at an explanation.
I've learned so many different things from chanel creators and in many cases I've implemented those ideas and saved alot of money. I have never driven a semi but now a days understanding the basics in just about anything may be useful some day . TH-cam creators are fricken awesome . Thank you for making this video. I understood quite well what you explained.
Damn but you explained this awesomely my guy. I actually understood that whole explanation, feel more confident on trying get a CDL now.. thanks bro 😎🤙
This is my 11th year on the road. Today, I'm driving my first 18 speed ever. It's ALL been 10 speeds no matter what company I've driven for. This same company had me in a 13 speed for awhile, but it was an automatic.
Excellent video Cory! This is the best I've seen for operating an 18 speed. Just got a job driving a logging truck but I learned on an Eaton super 10 so this really helped out a lot!
Right on! Thanks for watching...