Old But GOLD! I Changed My 2014 VOLVO for an Old 1996 Kenworth W900
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- The main reasons why drivers want to drive old trucks are cheaper prices for the truck and cheaper parts and repairs, no emissions systems and also no e-log. Are these things worth it in exchange for the lower fuel efficiency?
In this video, Brian will go into detail about the experiences that led to him buying an older truck, the classic 1996 Kenworth W900 and whether if he's happy with the choice that he's made. He shares tips for those looking to buy old and shows us a test drive.
Old vs new semi-truck fuel efficiency
Old vs new semi-truck Repair Cost
Old vs new semi-truck Emissions
Old vs new semi-truck Price
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“ Why I bought an old 1996 kenworth “
Uh because it’s badass..
The first thing you notice about a pre emission truck...it starts.
Lol
And gives everyone cancer.
@@iDrive123 what doesn't?
@@thepitpatrol modern trucks
@@iDrive123 that's actually a very faulse statement!! The particles that come out of old diesel exhausts are so big and heavy they lay down on the ground immediately, you can litterely see this. On emissions diesel engines those particles are in nano size and stay in the air so you can breath them in, wich I very good for the Pharma industry, more cancer to treat equals A LOT of more money, same for the car/truck manufacturers like he explained in the video..
I am the manager of roadside assistance at a trucking company with 130+ units on the road. We have at least 5-10 breakdowns per week regarding the aftertreatment emissions. Sensors, valves, electrical issues non stop. The worst thing is most of these parts are on national backorder. The qls/def tank sensor is sometimes impossible to locate and the truck sits for a couple of weeks. You sir are 100% right and have made a smart choice.
We have similar experience. Just our old MAN and Mercedes delivery profit. Same time our new MAN Tga, delivery to us bankruptcy in the past.
The next thing in Europe. Your driver get paid. Sure, less mileage less money, but as driver/worker or anything else, there is a minimum amount to pay your workers per month. So when the truck is standing, you can't give your drivers less than the minimum, than the minimum is enforced by law. I don't know exactly how it is in the States, but it's also not that good I think...
@@xXDrocenXx That is the correct way. They showed up to work, so even if there were no labor laws... it would not be justified to not pay them because of a failure of your own equipment. The talk of not wanting to pay them should only arise if the truck and all other essentials are available and in roadworthy condition, but the trucker fails to perform on his side.
Emissions faults are the reason I left the repair side. Sh!t so bad even Volvo couldn't fix it. Vcads "enter dpf serial no." Oh piss right off with this bs.
Hlo sir im a Truck driver in Dubai I have 6 years experience in this job but I want to do work in English company if you have any job for me pls give me a chance thank you
My last brand new truck was a 1988 Freightliner conventional, FLC. I retired it in 1997. Did not sell it. Ended up building a 40X60 foot shop in 2004 so I could slowly rebuild the truck from the ground up. 400 horse Cummins with a Fuller 13 spd. 3:90 gears in the diffs. Everything on this truck is now new and rebuilt. It will be towing the trailer for my drag car. The day I turn 90 I will sell the truck. So I guess I will have it 16 more years!!
My favorite part of this video is his answer about going to California.
XD
I live in California. This is where the money is. People live here because if you bought homes and invested well and managed your business to stay ahead of the strict regulations then you can do quite well. If you manage your business incorrectly in California then you'll fail in the other 49. We don't hate people who lived here and moved on out or could not afford here. However those of you who never lived a damn day here and tried to make it the right way have no clue what it takes to make it here. The gas prices alone and taxes would send you into therapy. Try raising a family and managing a business on top. You gotta be a hustler to live here.
@@metaparcel you are more than welcome to keep that cesspool to yourself just don't come ruin my state when you get sick of socialism
Good stay in your backwater cesspool states
I agree and live in California and sold my last truck Cali sucks not just trucking
I am watching this vid just for the info , I am 80 yrs old , I have never driven a big rig , but I am fascinated with it all , and I still drive and operate my back hoe tractor 👍
That's pretty neat
@Hello Robert how are you doing
@@lydiacapps709 Yes, Robert, say hi to the nice catfish Dude POSING as a chick.
Same thing is true for the new backhoes. I live in Europe. All new machines come with Adblue and a lot of electronics and shit like that. A friend of mine had a lot of problem with the adblue in the first year!
Your kind is welcome here😁😃👍
I've been trucking for 21 years myself. I tried the brand new truck theory twice and both times almost went bankrupt! I went back to pre emission trucks in 2014. Older trucks are much more fun to drive, much less overhead, and if I choose I can do most repairs myself. God bless and enjoy the journey!!
I can only imagine dealing with the stress of the road for 4 weeks going across the country 3 times, only to blow your check on parts & labor and time spent not driving lol, enough to make a man go bald
im guessing the offset on fuel millage vs breakdowns on emissions engine pay for its self...what do you think?
My father drove trucks for 30 years till he passed in 2012. He said emissions is going to kill the truck industry and he was right. CAT used to be awesome. They got destroyed by emissions.
No, Cat said screw that, and got out of truck engines.
They got a big deal with the military
Cat said they couldn’t build a reliable motor with enough power to fit emission standards, so they stopped
Yeah I bet international and Cummins and paccar and…. Will all go out of business oh wait
@@AsianNIGMA Paccar is $hit
They actually did figure it out with the new trucks, now they found the way to charge you more money , old trucks aren’t good for the markets because they don’t make any money at the shops
Yes if you look at Volvo and their revenue stream, a large portion is servicing.
Like everything else these days
@Maciej WrOtEk And I bet that seat belt warning put the truck in low power state.
Love the long hoods. Unsure I would do well with them.
And I am quite sure that most of the drivers can work on them .
Older fella once told me "the newer things become, the shittier they become" he wasn't wrong.
Just an old man trying to cope with the fact that they were just a dumber generation.
I don't disagree. Semiconductor might have gotten better; but a lot of other things have taken a hit. Everyone being dumbed down by entertainment to see concepts like "planned obsolescence" benefit semiconductor; but be a death wish for anything else that wishes to exist with a purpose other then silicone valley.
@@manaspradhan8041 Clearly they are only getting dumber. Soon there won't even be a generation.
Bicycles, cordless tools , computers, cameras, cars, motorbikes, boats, TVs, phones, headphones, medicine, sportswear, plant machinery. These are all better now.
These dribbling old fools live in fairy tales.
One thing ive noticed about idiots. Young or old they make themselves known by saying dumb shit like that.
I am looking to be a trucker and the older trucks fascinate me.. to me they represent what America truly embodies
I can't say enough good about ya brother... to me you are a great leader & mentor. You have good perspective, awesome character and damn solid life experience which you openly share with those of us not in the know coming up behind ya. Thank you.
I hear ya man.. truck mechanic from Australia and 95% of my breakdowns are emissions and electrical related... If I was to start a fleet of trucks I'd buy anything pre 2006, for Australia anyway.. re-man the complete driveline and go again for another 1.5 million kms
Asblu is a dollar a litre now anyway.. fark that.
Excellent philosophy and ride. I’d never buy a new truck. Still running my old 92 W900L all mechanical 3406c and I do heavy haul up to 250,000lbs. Never lets me down.
Mannnn I just grabbed a W900L with a Cummings N14Plus I’m kinda nervous but I’m comfortable at the same time
Hey guys I'm looking for my first oldie but goodie day cab semi.
Point me in the right direction to find one please???
@@benjamingreene5111 Hey guys I'm looking for my first oldie but goodie day cab semi.
Point me in the right direction to find one please???
@@dontadye7924 find something with a n14 Cummins or a c15 cat or a 3406 cat motor or a Detroit series 60 12.7 liter.
I drove 1986 gmc general 3406, 10 speed over, heavy haul 3 yearsno breakdowns, super solid beast, outdo any truck today, unbreakable , drove it from 2001 to 2005oil and fuel , no other costs period
That was great hearing the 60 Series Detroit. It reminds us so much of the sound of the 3406B we had in a ‘85-359 Pete. If we were ever going to buy a older truck to use it would be a Mid 80’s Pete with a 3406/13spd. But they’re getting to be few & far between these days we imagine because of age & the years on the road do take their toll on them, no doubt about it!
glad we have 3 trucks with that set up. 88 379, 89 379 and a 86 w900. all 3406 cats and 13's.
Thank you for making this video Brother!!! After 22 years of driving, I knew my instincts were spot on pertaining to the older trucks!!!
1990 kenworth w900 flat glass with a Detroit series 60. Bought it cheap and got the engine rebuild. I stand behind old school trucks. I think people who buy or lease new trucks are not smart due to the high payments and repairs and emissions. I've seen a lot of them go out of business
so what should I do buy a old school I'm new to this
What did you pay ?
How long you been in the business ?? Looking to buy a truck what’s the most important things to look out for ?
My 12.7 Detroit, 1 million miles, 7 mpg average
@@jamesstarling3848 been driving trucks for over 10 years now bought my own truck about 4 years now. Most important thing to look out in my opinion is the engine that's why I went on ahead and had it rebuilt. The truck was in excellent condition and well taken care of for its age but I just wanted a better piece of mind I still have it today. She old but a solid truck.
98% of our breakdowns are def related
YES SIR!!!
So why don't just delete emission system on a brandnew truck?
@@malyshevvasiliy9541 voids the warranty
@@malyshevvasiliy9541 its a federal offense
@@agray_lowboost thank you for the respond. I am not familiar with the rules. But, what is the difference between 'delete' and a 'glider kit w/o egr'n'def system'? They take a brandnew 389 and put a rebuilt 60 series DD , isn it? So I take a brandnew 579 , took out the engine and then put it back forgot to put def
The sound of a Jake break coupled with strait pipes is music to your ears and I'm not even a trucker. I respect what you guys do for real for real.
In Germany we say: "What lasts forever, dosen't bring any money"
You're correct, basically words "German quality" slowly disappears. There are some people who still trust it, but not so much as before and in global economy for Germany it has opposite effect.
Well, older Benzes lasted forever and MB still made cash.
@@hugolafhugolaf Of course MB make cash because the new models fall apart after 150'000miles.
@@MBTU-ju8ts 150k? That's a bit optimistic, no? 😋
@@MBTU-ju8tsif that.
I drive a 2000 w900 with a 60 series Detroit as well. It is a farm truck pulling a set of super b grain trailers. It has a few dings and scratches but it runs good and has the power to pull my trailers. I can't imagine spending money on a new truck for the amount of miles that I put on In a year.
The sound of a Jake is music to my ears!!
Older trucks are perfect for secondary haulage duties, like farm trucks moving grain locally etc. A rebuilt older unit will last many years in those sorts of duties where the unit isn't in use all day every day. Also farms tend to be able to perform their own maintenance too, so a new turbo etc wouldn't be too costly.
Same, I will never sell my 12.7 Detroit.
I still drive a 200 T600 with Cummins n14. Starts every time.
I started off with a 2000 freightliner classic, so I thought a new truck would be good, I bought a brand new 2010 387 peterbilt with a C-15 Cat engine, hahahahahahahaha 3.38 mpg my friend to the gallon. It caught on fire 9 months later, next I bought me a 2011 international, that got stuck 3 times the first month, 4 the second month, all the the times the dealer had to pay for it because of the warranty, they took it back and tried to get me into something else, I walked away, I bought 1998 volvo vnl64t with a Detroit and never looked back.
I subbed a few days ago and l Love the channel. I’m with Brian, I went backwards and bought a 1996 Peterbuilt 379 that was fully rebuilt and shinned up. I love to hear those 8” pipes talk all day or night long. Mine has a 12.7 too. Main reason I bought the truck.
I couldn’t agree more!!! I was driving a 2018 Peterbilt 579, WHEN it would break down I didn’t know whether to call a mechanic, a plumber or an electrician. Bought myself a 2000 Ford Sterling, with a Detroit 60 series 12.7 absolutely love it and runs great
I was talking to a buddy who's a diesel mechanic and his take was that unless a modern diesel truck is actively making you money, it isn't worth it.
It's all about application.
I mean that’s basic business 101
No truck is worth it unless it makes money
@@PaulMcClellanmn Right-he was more referring to people that buy diesel trucks to kick around town. You can accept the higher service and repair costs if your truck is your livelihood, but it's a bit harder to swallow when it's not.
@@channell11 You must be referring to pickup trucks. People don't buy a semi just to kick around town.
In the Philippines, most of the truck operator also prefers old Japanese trucks (surplus) like Isuzu, Fuso, Hino, which their engine is purely mechanical but overall durable and reliable, and of course, they're also cheaper to buy than brand new Chinese trucks
Those Hino's are tanks. I drove one for an insulation company in Atlanta and that thing ran great.
Brother , I've gotta say your right on all points, great points on the buying criteria, and has ever been wrong about proper maintenance and upkeep!
Once I did the inframe on my 05 International 9900i it ran great for 6 years before I had to do any other engine related work so if I was to buy another truck I'd definitely look for something 06 and under. Mine had egr, which had to be changed a couple times and the egr cooler too, but other than that it was pretty good for those years. Always got it back to the shop and never towed. The new truck guys would always say I was paying too much to the tax man because I had no payment, but that's OK. It's a better feeling owning the truck than it owning you!
I dig it, guys. One quick note, in Detroits you want to avoid 2004 and after, not just after 2007. EGR and those damn code 39 factories called VGT turbos came out 04. I worked for Detroit during those dark, dark days. 2007 was also horrendous when the DPFs came out and trucks dropped like flies. I saw owner operators go out of business because they couldnt keep their truck on the road. I was ashamed of the industry. Still am.
True. Source: my previous 04 colombia…..
Back to basics is what makes this world go round. Good video 👍 totally agree with everything.
Driving trucks in my opinion is an art form. Man, seeing your 900 brings back good memories for me personally.. especially hearing that Detroit. My uncle owned a 1978 W900A when I was a kid, and I would spend my entire summer vacation on the road with him in his rig. His 900 had a series 71 V12 2stroke Detroit, too. I can still hear it now when my uncle would pull into my neighborhood to come pick me up. Those engines had a very distinct, mean sounding, fast revving, whining sound... compared to how the engines sound in today's semi trucks. Even hearing your Detroit I feel like that's the way a semi truck should sound lol. That's cool to see that you got your custom sticks one for your splitter and the other to change gears I'm guessing.. my uncle had a custom shifter in his 900. He had a cowboy style 6 shooter revolver. He had it rigged up to where the splitter was the trigger.. and if you wanted to split the gears you would pull the trigger.
yep,and those '''marvelous engines '''' were driving everyones working with it buying aspirine by the case,so noisy inside the cab ,headaches 100% guaranteed by noon lol
He guarantees you'll have a check engine light within 90 days of buying a new truck. I bought my new T-680 with the X-15 just over a year ago and no check engine light so far with 130,000 miles. I also gave $134,000 for it. Not $200,000
As a mech engineer that used to work for mid-size engines (Cummins X15), the sensor regulations are becoming insane....
You sure have a real love for CA🤣🤣🤣 I totally agree with you and I am sick of technology taking over our lives.
Real dumm dumm state ! Ain’t notting fancie about that state anyways 🤦♂️
😄😄😄😁😁
@@joenmclaughlin8920 Only thing nice is nature and all the different types of environments.
Technology should work for us not the other way around. But it looks like that is what most people want today. That is what the WEF, Bill 🤢 Gates and that guy from Amazon wants. Everybody seems to love adaptive cruise, lane control etc etc but they don’t seem te realise that that is the foreplay of self driving cars and truck. So love it, buy it and soon you’ll be out of a job...
I’ll keep my foot down and my hands on the wheel myself thank you very much.
Drive safe guys 🚚
@@rayshobbyfarm.1019 By us allowing all this technology we become non essential/dummies. I love to shift/change gears for me is exciting, I love to drive and be in control of the truck/car whatever. Time will tell how much further this go.
One of the best trucking videos I've ever seen. Thank you.
Man thank you I don’t know u at all but I get a good feeling about u meaning you keeping it read about trucking we need more like u stay real buddy 💯💯💪🏿
Agree totally. I’m not a truck driver, though I would be if I could. My dad was a professional truck driver for over 40 years. Love big rigs, especially cabovers. I went the other way on pickup trucks. I drive a 2009 F250 Super Duty I bought new. Love it, it’s been extremely reliable, but it’s getting older. Instead of trading up for technology, I still drive it daily and take care of it, and I just bought a 1979 F150 4x4 manual trans truck. I love it, it’s the 3rd one I’ve owned over 37 years. Just like you say, open the hood and you see - an engine. Cheap parts, easier to work on and you are connected to the road thru these mechanical classics. I won’t go any newer than my 09. It has some tech I like; not too much but enough conveniences that are nice to have, but when I go back to crank windows, wing windows, key entry, basic heat and defrost, kick panel vents, hi beam switch on the floor etc, it’s not a huge jump from what I’m used to.
Great video. Stay safe my friend. God bless.
The problem with big rigs sir is the fact they have such a bad mpg you go bankrupt in critical times like now
@@aleksandars9254 A Great Reset they call it...those bastards.
@@The_Touring_Jedi yea… the great reset…
Newer is not worse than older, it just requires different mentality. Having same mentality about maintenance on newer trucks as if it's older technology leads to problems. Why many people dumped old-school trucks because they were not trouble free to start with. Maintenance is the key. High quality maintenance gives high quality results.
Agreed. The battle between generational mentalities has been going on since the dawn of time.
No the emissions shit is not reliable. Newer trucks spend way more time in the shop than pre emissions stuff.
I don't hate the emissions equipment,but they've been working on for 15 years and it's still unreliable.
I will agree with you till my dying breath that proper maintenance is key in trucking. So with that said, everyone can try arguing back and forth but the simple truth is that the newer trucks just aren't as reliable. Not to mention most guys out there on the road today simply don't know how to operate the truck properly. There's no such thing as a truck driver anymore 🤣
That's why I bought my 1992 FLD120 it's far from the perfect truck, but no automatic brake adjusters, no ABS brakes, and simple, I can inframe the N14 on the side of the road, stay strong, keep it simple
I love all your very valid points; keep the info coming! Can you mention what you are getting for MPG? I understand one of the major features of the newer generation trucks is that you save an incredible amount of $$ on fuel, equal to the lease payment in many cases of a new truck.
Sometimes that fuel saving is not as great as you think, an example, a 1978 isuzu/bedford sp540 with a gvm of 53,000 lbs will get 5.88mpg and a 2018 model isuzu with the same 53,000lb gvm will only get 6.36mpg, just one example but its not an insane difference
Check engine trips to the shop on a hook eat up all and more fuel difference
You heard wrong, newer trucks are not fuel savers like they say, my old Cummins does the same mpg as the new Cummins, only difference is that old N14 never brakes down, newer emission engines are always in the shop, they are junk.
Exactly what i was thinking,rather lease new Volvo
Brian, if I ever have chance to be a truck driver, I'd do the same thing. It's one of them things you know but you have to hear it from a pro.
Ive been driving a 2016 Pete 579 Glider since it was brand new. We drove out to Tennessee and picked them up from Fitzgerald. I'm about to buy it from my company soon, since it's got the 12.7 detroit in it. Only time its been in the shop is for coolant hoses and oil changes.
You know that the engine has aftermarket internal
@@kme5925 it might, its a Detroit Reman from Detroit Diesel, the engine wasn't built by Fitzgerald is what I was told.
@@tolstuiebear1646 We havent had many issues with my truck, our other glider we got from them needed a new ecm and a lot of other shit fixed with less than 100k miles. What issues have you seen?
DrtyDiesel take it to Pittsburgh Power&get thier 6NZ or similar engine. 500hp-600hp all day long, 6-8 loaded mpg. I am looking for the "right" pre-emissions truck. Then I want to spend enough money to get what I want. And, I'm fine if it costs a handfull more Benjamins than I planned. Long haul, not long time haulin'
I got out a year ago and never looked back. I see trucks now and call it a suckers game. I learned coding, a lot less stress. In the trucking game everyone is after you, DOT, regular cops, the government, people looking for a payout, dealerships, repair shops. With everyone looking for their pound of flesh from you you will be burnt out in 10 years or less. 😭🤬
How long did it take you to learn coding?
How much you make coding
I love the travel scenery, the sound of engiene roaring, the fun part and all, good luck ! persevering truckers!
This is what my boy did and it worked out fine for him also.
Driver handy with tools could save a lot of money with these older trucks. My favorite was a 96 379 Pete with a 3406 cat,great little truck.
I may try trucking soon, you definitely make it seem fun. Really intimidated but also interested. That rig is huge 😍.
Great vid, bought a brand new 96’ with a Detroit 500 took it straight to Stewart Stevenson, in Commerce City Colorado. Mike the service manager put his golden screwdriver to it. The next day as I was heading west over the pass on I70, thought my clutch was slipping so grabbed the mike and talked to the driver behind me, that’s what we did back then actually talked to each other on CB. He came up along side and back a little said hammer it again, no he said it’s not the clutch your tires are spinning. Wow was I impressed with the DD500. 1.5 miles per gal or 8mpg. This is why most company trucks are cut back could you imagine 2000 fleet truck at 1.5 mpg. Any seemed to have gotten carried away, really enjoyed the vid and yes I subscribed.
Congrats on the new addition! Those W900’s are my dream truck.
Big sleeper studio 😎
I don’t know anything about trucking .. but this was very interesting.
its a joke: your Exhaust Fluid is low
Unfortunately, neither does the gentleman in the video. 🤷♂️
Most parrots don't.
@@arrowdesh1492 Really? If so please explain Mr. know it all
This guy is absolutely correct!
I've been a yard dog guy for many trucking companies, hooking up pups, pulling out loaded trailers,and getting thing ready for the drivers, and dock workers to go with ease. This makes me want to get a CDL!
What happened to the trucking industry is "we're here from the government and we're here to help you"
They don't even know what a BUD WRENCH is
That's the tool that opens your beer bottle
Not to mention a Budd wrench ;-)
Well, yes, they did help us all, by removing known carcinogens from the air. These emissions rules aren't about climate change or anything else that is still disputed: This is about children getting asthma and adults getting cancer, and those links are not disputed. Now, obviously it's a scandal that the emissions systems are still so unreliable, but claiming that it's all nonsense isn't any better.
@@fartingfury when gov. steps in to fix a problem. .their solution is worse then the problem was. their solution for less emissions is BY BURNING MORE FUEL in order for the dpf to work properly
@@jackf498 The fuel burn increase is tiny, and the extra CO2 is worth it for the massively reduced particulates. I don't see how that's worse.
Yr like a kid that found a lost toy. Yr one satisfied customer, great video.
I hear a lot of owner operators talking about doing the same thing over the years! It's very true the new trucks are beautiful but have a lot of problems! I had to bring my company vehicle into Peterbuilt the other day and the dealer was packed with new trucks waiting to be repaired! It's insane!
I have been driving a 2007 GMC 6500 for six years now. It is a large straight truck.
I am 61 now, but when I was 21 I drove for Wiley Sanders Truck Lines.
I drove mostly a 1988 Kenworth and also a rebuilt 1980 Kenworth. Watching this video really hurts. I miss driving the big rigs.
Great instructive video!
I've been doing a bunch of research on going owner op before I buy a truck. I'm pretty set on getting a 95' to 05' W900 with a CAT in it. My grandpa was very fond of CAT engines, he put around 1.5 million miles on his 3406b T800 he had before he retired. I'm really interested in adding a propane injection kit of some sort, it supposed to make the engine run more efficient, add a little power, and reduce co2 and co3 emissions. I also though I could then add a little propane generator to provide power while parked and keep the batteries juiced up. Propane burns clean, is cheaper than gas or diesel by quite a bit, and only weighs 4.2 lbs per gallon.
It's just a thought I've had for awhile, once I get around to it I'll have to chat with some different tuners and figure out some numbers. If anything simply being able to run a propane generator would be nice. My dad and uncles use them for construction work and at home in case of power outages. They seem to be more reliable, lower maintenance, and quieter than gas or diesel generators. Plus you can get propane just about anywhere for a much lower fuel price. I can't really see any downsides, or why more drivers haven't looked into it. I've chatted with my grandpa about, and he thinks it sounds like a great idea. I've just gotta do more research on it is all.
Detroit Dizel D-6 Forever!
Good wishes on your way!
Wtf are you talking about? Its diesel and there is no such thing as a detroit d6
Good for you! I was a long haul owner operator for over 20 years. I had my own authority and I hung up my hat in the early early '90s when Caterpillar came out with the 3406E. Drivers and companies started talking about scanning the side of your truck which we know now is a barcode to replace log books. I got the hell out of Dodge after that! I had the last manual 440 Cat 3406B. If I was still driving today I would do nothing but glider kits. Probably stuffed with a C16.
I am a guy from Norway, and kinda guy who is rooting for " all electric /environment" stuff. BUT....I like what this man is saying. Make a lot of sense.
Words of wisdom from years of experience. Gwaan kip safe mi bredda, you and yuh family.
You can’t go wrong with a series 60 or a 96 kw. I’ve got a 94 Pete with a 60 in it. Sunk a ton of cash into it but it’s worth it.
just purchased an 03 Classic XL 12.7 60 S great truck looking to sink $$$$ into engine as well
The short time I was in diesel field, I loved the DT466E it's small and reliable. Had a few with bad oil switches, but if you unplug them, they start fine.
Great video. I enjoyed the info on your truck. Drive safely my friend. God bless you 🙏.
Man I put a bunch of miles on a 2000 model w9. 500 Detroit, 13spd, 355 ring gear. Drive local now but I'd get back in that fantasy machine in a heartbeat. Happy trails, hand
That is a beautiful truck. My goal is to buy an old-school truck like yours!!!!! You are absolutely right about the emissions!
All the old hands told me that the requirements for DOT officers to work the Banning scales was" their wives had to run off with at least 3 truckers before they were qualified to work the Banning scales!
You SIR just swayed me to kenworth, was looking at peterbuilt and kenworth is growing on me
Love it! I’m no trucker but I want to go back to a 70’s pickup (teenage days) because I’m sooo tired of all the new crap and the cost involved with repairs.
That’s the smartest thing anyone can do who is looking to buy a truck,
Sweet Ride Brian I agree with you those emission problems are the new death for O.O. So many head aches! Take care
yes that's right totally agree with this outlook on the newer trucks dealing with emissions! #keepontruckin 😉👌
This guy is so right.. i have been driving for almost 25 years i have broken down more in the last 10 years then then i did in the first 15 years an all because of these chocked out trucks
Awesome video I’m definitely with you in this old school Truck thing. Be safe and keep trucking
I drove a 2008 Pete with only about 10,000 miles and was in it for a few years. It had regen issues a few times a year. I actually looked forward to it because the company would put me in a hotel and pay me for down time. That was back when the emissions technology was new. I drove brand new trucks the last few years and I wasn’t getting that down time anymore. So while the new trucks do have much more going on, the tech is getting much better. These were all Pete’s/Paccar I drove.
Consider yourself a very lucky because those issues are still going on.
Is not the new technology that is crap, is the recent trend to make anything disposable and make it the most "money pit" that can be ever made without being noticed too much.
Great info brother. Im with you on the emissions crap brother.
In 2000,I bought a new Classic XL Limited. I was driving a Volvo 660 before. I was horrified by the Classics driving dynamics.
I couldn't make a simple turn without going over a curb or a ditch.I took it back the next week and I found the factory set the steering angle at 33°. Dealer fixed it by turning in stop bolts to make it turn more. It was a major improvement but still took more work to do my work.
Well that’s a long hood for ya. Especially being longer than the 379exhd.
I bought a 1996 KW W900 back in 2019.. Cummins N14 under the hood. Great truck, raw power, just don't let it slip on the little things. Best decision I ever made.
My stepdad was a teamster and I went riding on a few trips with him and I knew right away that job wasn’t for me. I have lots of respect for those who drive cause I know what you do.
Great video mate,love the old school tips and way of thinking! Stick to the basics and you can’t go wrong- the KISS method is the go-Keep It Simple Stupid! You can’t beat an old Kenny,safe travels and keep up the good work👍😎🇦🇺
Your rig is such a BEAUTIFUL color. & always liked the W900 Kw. Even drove one for a few years.
Those old trucks are simply badass. Keep on trucking.
Smart man, best thing you could have done & that era was the absolute peak of KW too.
I'm in Western Australia, our equivalent was the T904, & it was a cracker. I ran out to our remote desert mines with it, pulling triple flat tops. So to put you in the pic, Cat C16 (NZ), S22 Roadranger, Super steers on spiders, on 9 ton front axle, steel on spiders rear on 6 rod. 6 x 500 litre round tanks, walk in sleeper, icepack & all the rest of it.
I did over 5 mil with it, before I retired 7 years ago, it wasn't burning oil & its still running.
This is a truck pulling 120-140 tons, & this is what I did to make it do that mileage.
Firstly I drove it soft, short shifting in the bottom box. A C16 makes its power low. I used ultra high temp synth oil in the gear train, the stuff used by mining machinery operating in 50-60C temps. Its expensive in comparison, but you never change it. I ditched the airscoops & put on the round MacDonalds separator type dust bowls, I cobbled up an electric pre start engine oil pressurizer. I think you can buy these now, but back then I had to make it using a rotary gear type oil pump & wiper motor. I installed marine sacrificial anodes in the engine block. I just melted some old anode & cast it into a steel pipe, then shrink fitted it to the drain plugs. I reduced the turbo boost pressure to 26psi to help keep the valves running cooler. I installed a sedimenter pre fuel filtration.
What you say about the euro is true, but its with everything now. Try replacing a model specific headlight as opposed to the generic round, or ditto a broken mirror as opposed to the west coaster.
Try re-racing a synchro or auto box compared to a roadranger, you can't, its cost prohibitive. & on top of it all those blasted sensors.
You did well!
"I love the sound of a real Jake brake..."
Amen brother! Nothing else like 'em!
Thanks for the vid.
~Al
I'm running company at 54 cpm. I'm single, no rent, no mortgage, no car payment, etc etc. going to just buy a pre emissions rig just like that cash. I love those kw's. such a awesome classic look 🖤🧨
@Robert Brien That's a jail cell on wheels and those are prison wages for sure. I started out moving equipment locally with an old junk flatbed until I made enough to upgrade and never worked for a company. I'd go work at a fast food place before I took 54cpm, they pay that because people take that. If I'm not billing at least 1k a day then I'm asleep.
I just learned something brother. I hear you and thank you.
One thing that I've seen my family do for long-noses is to get one of the rear license plate cameras used on cars and placing it on the front bumper above the license plate. It provides the wiring for several feet in length and a mock rear-view mirror camera that can be placed just below the actual rear-view mirror. That allows them to see at bumper level directly in front of them at all times since its hardwired into the electrical system.
I am very environment-friendly. I do care. And I want to say, nothing is more environment-friendly than keeping old resources alive. Because nothing costs more resources than building an brand new truck with all that materials in it. I find, that only few people think that far. So imho scrapping old cars and building new ones is worse for the environment than keeping the olds alive and in good shap. And I also do love old trucks. Cool video, stay safe! :)
And also keep the olds one good tuning too 😂
But nowadays human just like "instant" as same as my whole family (except me) and lots of my friends 😂
Most of them hate me 'cause I prefer and love old tech one 😂
Props to you , I’m chasing my trucking career but I have some minor road blocks but it’s not serious , But I’m a truck fan I like all type of Heavy machines and Vehicles but the KentWorth W900L is one of my favorites .
love to hear someone cares about a driver. hopefully, time will come when theres also someone would help us financially unfortunate but skillfull drivers like myself can drive also in american soil.
Brain is a great dude and I totally agree with the emissions issues
Nice video .. Brian Congratulations on your new truck ..
I did the same exact thing. Just got a 93 kw t600, 30k miles on the Inframe, and papers to go with it. Paid Cash, no problems. Best decision I could have made!
My boss owns a 1997 W900 (Aerodyne sleeper, Series 60, w/10 so). I think I want to buy it! It’s my dream truck! I remember when I started in the 90s and those Series 60 Detroit’s were state of the art and brand new. “Old School” back then was “Silver 92” Detroit’s and “Big Cam” Cummins and I drove both.
I drove a 1968 Mack r685 dump truck out of Chicago in 1993 till 1995, went to the railway worked there till 2021....got back into trucking in February. I have had my triangles out maybe 7 times already....I never broke down till this year
Beautiful truck Brian. You have no idea how happy that makes me that you got yourself a w900. I’m new to this channel but when I saw you drove a Volvo I thought to myself you don’t seem like a Volvo guy haha. I have a 2006 w900 with an 05 c15 cat. My brother has a freightliner he uses as his spare truck now that has a series 60. 1.2 million miles on it never rebuilt still runs great. One of the best motors in my opinion and great fuel mileage. Good luck with it!
@@wheelburnerexpress no problem man I love this shit. Your videos motivate me to get in the truck and go. But seeing this video pop up showing you got a w9 made me happy as hell haha.
You are doing great and informative videos.👍
I've wanted to drive a rig like this since I was a kid, the rumble of, in this case a series 60 Detroit or my personal favorite a 3406 CAT. Closest I came was working at a truck shop, pulling trucks into and out of the shops, and there's nothing like sitting in the seat of a truck like that and feeling all the torque as it cranks over and shakes to life. For context I was about 18-20 years old, so I felt like I was 8 again, excited just to be in the driver seat but now I'm allowed to run it even if it's just me going from the garage to the lot.
Thank u for posting,real love for the real American trucks 👍👍👍