🔴 Buying a Kenworth T680 (My BIGGEST REGRET)!
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- Buying a Kenworth T680 My BIGGEST REGRET!
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I bought my Paccar T680 at 550,000 miles. I’m currently at 700,000 miles now and zero problems with my motor in the time. Zero problems.
It’s about the year bro
@@tymon3y
Still no problems
I wanna buy 2020 with 450 miles , little bit scary about this mileage 😁
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Lol
@@mrwonderful2081 I mean 450000 😂😂
Just bought my t680 last week, authority went active yesterday. Just waiting on getting plates IFTA and IRP. Can't wait to get on the road in my own truck.
Dude I’m excited for you. Best luck on your new endeavor!!!
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Dude you’re a freaking legend.
Once or twice is an adventure. After that it's just stupid. 😃
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Fool me once, shame on you. Fool me twice... shame on you too.
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@@WildBeardTrucking While you were at Hirschbach did you do anything with chicken plants out of Delaware?
As a trucker , I'm happy you got your own truck dude, enjoy it as far you could, be safe, drive safe and keep rolling bro.!!
It'll feel even more amazing when it's paid off. Paid cash for my humble day cab, I have the title, and it's amazing. Even though it's nothing to brag on.
And at the end of the day that’s what you want!!! Mad respect for paying cash that’s a huge thing!!
@@WildBeardTrucking Yeah man and you can get there faster because you're smart enough not to have debt.
Too many operators get a truck and immediately think they're ballin' but then they ultimately can't afford anything.
@@WildBeardTrucking By the way I really like your positive energy. This industry needs more of it.
Nothing like having that title in your hand...my T800 is my pride and joy other than my wife and kids...my 5 year old daughter LOVES riding in the truck with me.
@@aaronsanborn4291 10-4. I also get a lot of attention with it being an '88 Ford LTL9000. It triggers quite a bit of reminiscing from the old hands. They like to come up and talk. It's pretty great.
Man... I had a Kw with a paccar engine.. 2013 t800... its got 1.4 million miles... the motor has never been broke into... half miles fully loaded half empty because I haul fuel. Best motor I EVER HAD!
Wow really?
Great video!!!! My wife and I purchased our first truck a T680 from MHC, which they got from Trans Am too. It's had issues but overall it's a great truck all around. So far, so good with the Paccar. If she keeps running as good as she looks we have a lot of money to make and good miles in front of us.
I have had a flat tire that’s been the extent of my problems but I also only pull amazon loads which average around 8k in weight.
if you dont like the slow acceleration, its all set up in your transmission, you can bring it in to the dealer and get it set how you want. it might be set in economy mode or something like that. i believe there is a performance mode. hope this helps out. later!
It’s in the software on the engine
I love the T680 and the fuel economy is a huge plus.
It really is it makes a big difference.
What’s you’re average mpg? I’m looking at a 05 w900 but worried about mpg
What’s the fuel economy. Is bad or good
Roll stability control may not be allowing full throttle until it senses the wheels are straight. Find out if that parameter can be adjusted.
Love your down to earth real truckng videos..iam elder woman..love the being on the road.just never trucked but did do 50k miles in four months in my private car..77 towncar...in mid 80s..between Florida ohio and NY
The road calls all kinds of different people in different ways. Thanks for your support :) !!!
If you like showing off buy t680 if you are in it to make money buy freightliner cascadia. T680 has a lot of electrical problems and at around 478,000 transmission will go out . It’s a poorly made truck. I love the seat 💺 and the design on the outside tho only if it were reliable.
Im in the shop now. Smh
N mine is at 385k
577 on mine no problems so far...but who knows.
I have a 19. T680 300 thirty thousand miles paccar power no PROBLEM 30PLUS YEAR, S VETERAN ALWAYS HAD A HOOD THIS OLD 680 HAS SPOTTED ME VERY COMFORTABLE TRUCK. 👍🏁🏁🏁😎
That’s awesome to hear mine has 570k on it and it’s still shooting me straight so far.
Welcome to Paccar, and the everpresent check engine light
Lol my KW has a C-15 Cat under the hood...if it's not Cat or Detroit it's not worth running.
@@aaronsanborn4291 you can keep it. I'll keep my Paccar with a breath easy mod and 8mpg
@@scoobertjoo lol I run 12 hours a day 5-6 days a week I only have to fuel up every 3-4 days. My truck doesn't even breath hard I'm pushing 625 ponies with an 18 speed Eaton Fuller.
@@aaronsanborn4291 I'm quite happy at 510. I can maintain 70 up to 5 percent.
@@scoobertjoo you're also only hauling up to 80K...our limit here is 100K and DOT doesn't ding us until we are over 10% of our GVW so we can get away with 110K. Off road we will haul over 200K and I've seen some that are near a half a million pulling two full length log trailers.
Here’s the answer to some of the things you don’t like. The acceleration issue has to do with it being auto shift but it’s also the Paccar motor. From what I’ve heard you can have the shift points and setting for the transmission changed. It’s set at what Trans Am trucking had their trucks set at. Also the lack of acceleration while turning is the stability control. The mudflaps issue is just the cheap version Trans Am ordered the truck with. Measure your bolt spacing on the inside of the frame and get a different style. You bought a company spec truck. Tine to un spec it and make it yours. 👍🏻
That’s been the general consensus of the entire community on the channel. I’m looking for a mom and pop shop soon that can do it cheaper thank actually taking it in to the Kenworth dealer.
Bought one sooner and get it manual and cummins
Yeah if the Paccar is a Daf engine, it will not pull a empty skateboard, Just like a freightliner Mercedes engine. They need 80 HP more to have the same acceleration like mine Scania 13ltr 6cil with 450hp
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😂🤣😂🤣 some times I have no idea how to respond to comments...this is one of those times.
Thanks for your support brother and be safe out there.
Quick simple fix on the flaps. Drill a hole at the bottom and put a bolt in, or a pin and cotter key.
That’s a good idea I’m going to look into that!!
Or tack weld it. Of course it won't flex anymore if you bop something. It'll bend or snap off.
Don't weld it to the frame, just weld the flex bracket to the arm.
Are you allowed to drill on a frame?
Congratulations on your new truck. The mountain scenery and music together is really beautiful. That took my breath away,
Thanks for watching!!!
As a company driver the only trucks in our fleet are KW T680's. I've been with the company for 2 &1/2 years now and my biggest bitch about this 2019 I'm in is the fact that the company has had to have the gear stalk replaced twice because if you use the manual override along with the cruise control the stalk goes out within 6 months. And if you don't use the manual override you'll cause unnecessary wear and tear on the engine because the transmission wants to upshift at 1200RPM's. Hell I'm sitting here at home right now because my truck is back in the shop for that very reason. I guess it's not going to be a very profitable week for me.
A man should never complain about two things in life: his wife and his car, he chose it himself
If I drove a big rig, this is what I'd drive, for sure. Hearing lots of positive feedback from other youtube drivers on it as well. Great videos, man; keep em comin.
For sure man I appreciate the encouragement.
I would say to any first time big truck buyer take some time and look at several trucks. I think that if at all possible go to a big truck auction and look at several trucks start and listen to the truck check and see if the clutch brake works. Look at the body for any hidden body damage. Then see what the trucks sells for at auction. This will give you an idea what to expect to pay for a truck. What I'm saying is look around before you go and buy a truck. You will be proud that you looked at several options in your purchase options before buying your own truck. Enough said!!!
That’s some good advice you gotta look at every option you have available to you.
Awe man , the Kenworth T-680 is my favorite truck to drive.. Absolutely Love this truck
Same here man it’s been a great truck
Just bought me a 2017 T680 already in the shop with a def problem before I ever took it off the lot
I work for a very small company and drive a 2017 Kenworth T680. I was told to treat this as my truck. I have full permission to do what I want to it, as long as it's reversible. I love this truck. The only thing I don't like is that it doesn't have enough balls for climbing hills.
Good to see you again and glad everything is moving forward in a direction you can be proud of bro!!! Keep the positive vibes and we will see you on the next one 😎✌️
I appreciate your support brother be safe!!
1 there should be different performance settings in the trans ecm. It will never be good Cummins take off slow as well just a byproduct of the auto shift. Skipping gears help sometimes.2 all paccar scan be updated to 500hp but is expensive. 3 paccar are hard to work on if you find someone that can work on them keep them. Don’t let the shop keep throwing parts at it and be prepared for check engine lights they like to derate for everything. 4 ditch the rear wheel covers and polish them up and congrats on your truck
Solid information I appreciate your comment.
I don’t want you to think that I’m a hater I see you love the truck. There is a difference between love and experience. I’m a maintenance manager and our fleet has 60+ KW with Paccar engines. Those from 15-17 are overall better than the new ones but still awful. The 2018 and up that’s different story and sad story. In this moment I have 3 in the dealers for Head gasket failure because of the cylinder head bolts(6-7 truck overall just with this issue). 2nd is for Camshaft failure and they have recall on this we’ve sent total of 20 trucks so far which of most got either new blocks only or blocks and cylinder head together. DPF system sucks,DEF Quality sensors are terrible they go bad on 150-250K which is unheard of. ABS harnesses probably I’ve changed 25+ so far,because it’s connected with the Trans and put’s you in limp mode you have to tow the truck. I wish you good luck but this trucks are so unreliable it’s crazy. Parts are super expensive,hard to find and only dealers can work on this trucks. Gearing set up sucks,truck is jumping,rough changes etc.Yes there is better quality interior wise but at the end of the day you need to own a truck not the other way around. Be careful and good luck.
Awesome looking truck dude. This almost makes me want to get my CDL license so that I can drive a cool looking truck like the Kenworth. I've heard that the Kenworth's have a higher resale value as well because everybody wants a Kenworth.
Me as well. I signed for a truck... only to have it delivered nearly TWO MONTHS later because it needed repairs... sheesh. What a nasty experience.
I had a T680 and my fix for the mud flap brackets was I upgraded them to an aftermarket brand. And as for as the acceleration issue... it’s an automatic. The computer does it all. But you can use your manual shift option to select a lower gear to get a little more acceleration.
Yeah I’ve put it in manual to do the same thing! I upgraded one bracket I just need to do the other.
We have almost the same truck except mine has the Cummins. Love it! Yes acceleration is slow regardless of bobtail or loaded for me. I have the 10 speed auto as well. If it keeps my MPG and maintenance in check, I’m good with that all day man! Also working Amazon. Love your videos man keep them coming!
Yeah I’m good with it. How many miles on your truck?
@@WildBeardTrucking I’m sitting at 433k. Formerly a Stevens Transport truck. Just bought it mid November so haven’t ran much but it makes me want to drive it for sure! Merry Christmas!
I love Kenworth truck. My very first truck in the trucking industry was a 2015 Kentworth T680. Love those truck. The only difference I found compared to Freightliners are the kenworth turns are wider and the t680 is kind of jumping when backing slowly something going forward slowly. Just got to get used to handing it probably so I won’t do that. I love them.
Hey Wildbeard, sorry your sakes experience didn’t go well. I drove for 26 years, 13 of that as an OO. After that I sold trucks for 15 years. Never high pressured anyone and tried to make sure they left feeling like it was a good experience. Gave straight answers about possible drawbacks. Not everyone functions that way unfortunately. Love KW’s
Blessings, bro.
Man I really appreciate your advice and information. It is a very informative comment. Merry Christmas to you and your family.
What is the best years to choose to get a good KW? What is highest mileage recommended to buy? Also is it better to an old KW with a rebuilt engine? Thanks
I pass by you on the interstate two days ago, coming from Murfreesboro TN, to Nashville.
Yep I was headed up to Louisville to drop a load.
I have a T880 mid roof with the big Cummins (18sp) and the only thing I dislike is the traction control while making a turn ,because it decelerates
I love those t880 I bet that’s a super nice truck!
Thanks for sharing. If your ever in Dodge City ks. Plz stop in at Dodge City Kenworth would like to meet you and if you have time treat you to lunch enjoy your content and stay safe out there. I’m John the shop formen at DCKW
I appreciate that brother I’ll keep that in mind if I ever head that way for sure! Thanks for the support!
Wild Beard give us some real world performance. How heavy are your normal loads and what's your MPG?
I’ll keep that for another video idea.
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Back in action brother you know what it is. 🤘🏽💀🤘🏽
@@WildBeardTrucking its not really wildbeard he said brother instead of bro. Who are u. Suns out guns out. Coyote call
@@tommygibson4677 caught me bro!! Glad to know somebody knows an imposter when they see one.
Brought here by josh aka thatguytrucks I've been running 76wfrom Harrisburg to wheeling all week and last week....give ya a tip if you are running east/west in Pa in or during or even just after bad weather I.e. snow sleet heavy rain ...ALWAYS take 76 NEVER i80 that road is a fucking death trap lol 76 is PA's bread and butter we actually take care of that highway😂😂😂😂
I’ll keep that in mind when I go up there a couple years from now haha. I don’t plan on going to the north east for a good while. Haha.
And tell Josh wild beard says what’s up!!
welcome back! I enjoy the energy and positive outlook you bring to trucking vids. I’ve been looking at the T680 as my next truck but also looking at going old(ish) school and finding an early 90’s T600 aardvark with a 3406 Cat to build/run. That was my dad’s favorite truck and I think that would be a fun tribute to old “Sodbuster”!
Hahaha I’ve never heard of that truck but I’m gonna look it up now thanks to you. Stay safe and good luck finding your truck!
@@WildBeardTrucking Aardvark was the nickname given to the T600 because it was the first truck to come out with the “aerodynamic” sloped nose hood. It is the previous version of the T660 and T680 as well as the T800 which was designed as an “aerodynamic” heavy haul/construction platform. Stay safe brother!
@@BTUTrucks look for ant eater, might turn up more results than aardvark
@@FAtE_454 👍
I had a 2023 and I had so many problems that I had to get out of it after three months. It has a horrible built quality and nothing but problems. They switched me to a 2022 model and I am much happier it’s like night and day.
The only deal-breaker is the cruise control and stereo controls on the dashboard rather than the steering wheel. Why?
It’s not a deal breaker for me. I love my steering wheel without the controls on it.
I have a 2015 t680 , runs good , i would like to upgrade from 455 hp , bit at 70 mph it gets the Job done
Take it by the shop and have it set up in the computer for the west coast running. That might help you out a bit.
Great to see you back! Love the looks of the Phoenix - It’s a sharp looking truck. Stay safe Mr Wildbeard.
Thank you Mrs Judy :)
Should have got a manual trans. The shift peramenters in the ecm can be changed so it doesn't take 5 minutes to cross an intersection on the auto. Save some cash for after treatment and bellows . Change cabin air filters twice a year there's three of em. I could go on . I've been a fleet tech for 20 yrs. Keep the shiny side up!
I appreciate that advice brother. Keep a look out on this channel and let me know as much as you can. I seriously appreciate it.
Sorry about the shady salesmen man! I totally respect your opinion on the truck. I actually work at a Kenworth assembly plant in Chillicothe OH and we make the T680s, T880s and W990s. Best wishes to you brother!
W990 is my next truck no doubt.
@@WildBeardTrucking Heck yeah man. I always love seeing them when we occasionally build one at the plant. They are sharp trucks.
Bro first time here on your channel wishing you the best of the best.
Man I got my truck in Salt Lake City at Paccar Financial, very impressed with the service the sales guy was very helpful and honest he even called a few weeks after purchasing the truck to see how things were going. He even threw brand new Goodyear tires on it, so happy with that Paccar engiene too.
Beard I use to drive a Pete 389 with an 18 speed auto, talk about slow on the take off, if you were the first one in line at an intersection your trailer would still be in the intersection and the light would be turning red again, and I use to start in 6th gear
Yeah an automatic just pulls slower a lot of the time.
My Dude WB!!!!!! Haven’t seen you on the Tube in a bit! Glad my dog is back!!!!
Hahaha back on the attack always! I appreciate you brother you’ve been rocking with me for a long time!
@@WildBeardTrucking I rock with you cause you are one of the coolest cats I met. And that’s no B.S.!! ☀️ out 💪 out!!!!! 🐺 call!!!!!
@@Kevo1993 word brother! The feeling is mutual!
Well I've been working on them for a few years ,I don't want to kill your enthusiasm or positivity ,so I won't tell you the future , keep on keeping on stepping brother
I would like to know
I’m really glad you came out with this video on the KW T680. I’m deciding between a KW T680 & Peterbilt 589 for my 1st truck in February, 2021. . But I must admit I’m leaning towards a T680’as I just LOVE the look!!
I like the outside of a t680 and the inside of the 589.
Nice truck bro, you gonna add more gauges? Your dash looks a little naked, lol.
😂🤣 she is a little naked but probably won’t add any to this truck. Probably next truck will be decked out a little better.
@@WildBeardTrucking 🙂👍
I feel you on the hole owner operator thing. I love it. You have so much freedom. Plus the feeling of owning your own truck is awesome. I had the chrome mud brackets from Kenworth when I bought the truck but I replaced them with ones with lights in them. I also got the center panel. They was all together 350 at Iowa 80.
I was in a t680. Moved to a volvo. Note both was automatic trans. Moved to a Volvo. Tons more room. No table in volvo but storage. N it makes it feel much bigger. Before someone rost me over automatic trans. Let me say I’m 45 years old. I trained n drove standard trans for years. But was raised farming. And took diesel mechanic training and worked for freightliner My knees are shot. The auto definitely help with that. Gen 1 and 2 auto was junk but they definitely have improved and not having knees hurt is the biggest plus
Yes sir I can't drive someone else's truck. To use to having my own. Payed cash for mine and have my own authority. Yea its aggravating dealing with all the paperwork. My girl does most of that but I can go anywhere I want anytime I want
That’s exactly how I feel about it. The freedom is worth the hastle!
That’s a pretty nice truck bro. Stay safe and hope you have a cool 2021.
We gonna make it!!
Get with KW that engine can be set up so many ways, same with all engines now you've got to research a simple computer reprogramming can make that baby talk
Hahahaha once I get some things worked out I’m going to take it to kw for sure!
Did you get your shit together and, go to a bank for financing or, did you accomplish your goals some other way? I've been leasing through a mega carrier for about 4 years now and two trucks. I mean I do all right but I really want to do my own thing. And I'm just trying to find out how other guys are doing it. 🇺🇸
I went through a bank yes!
My 2018 KW cost me more to operate even under warranty , in a year. Than my 97 , my 03 and my 06 combined.!!! New is by no means better.
You’re right new isn’t always better for sure. I don’t miss my 2019 cascadia at all.
@@WildBeardTrucking Ohh.. just wait... just wait.. with that Paccar, you'll be dreaming about that.. "old" Freightliner in no time at all.
@@WildBeardTrucking wait till that POS paccar motor starts on ya bro. Never has a motor more worthless than a volvo motor been built.....UNTIL the MX Paccar motor. If a cat is a rich mans motor. Than the paccar is a fools motor.. I speak from my own first hand expenses due to paccar. And on a proffesional note. DUMP THE AMAZON CHEAP FREIGHT> !!!
If it wasn’t for that annoying cup holder that’s in the way of my leg I would purchase another one. I decided to purchase a freightliner Coronado glider
I like those Coronado’s a lot too!
Just found your site. It is great to be free to make good and bad decisions on your terms. Congratulations, enjoy the journey!
How much is the payment for that kind of truck and year? I drive a Kenworth Box truck Class B very dependable never fails except for that time I ran out of diesel. LOL. Hopefully I don’t it 3 times. LOL. Yes the acceleration is a Kenworth thing because on mine it also hesitates and even on empty. Especially getting on a ramp to get on the E way but other than that never fails. I drive a 2015 box Kenworth automatic
I try to pay 1000-1400 a month for my truck. And yes I can see they would have the same eco mode for all the trucks regardless of class.
same here always dreven freightliners and internationals especially freightliner is a back breaker . Now driving peterbilt 579 similar to t680 great comfortable seat and ride deff my fav truck
You can change the acceleration parameter. It has 3 settings in the ecm. Slow, normal and max. I guess it keeps the noobs from ripping out the driveline. Factory setting is normal mode.
How do you change it?
It's set up in the ecm parameters. Dealer or someone with the davie system can hook up to it and change it.
I’m trading my 2015 Cascadia in on a 2020 T680 soon. I hope it does the job. The Cascadia has over 970k on it and it’s been problem after problem the last 6 months. It’s time for a change.
I mean it's your truck, so that itself is a huge deal in itself. However, on the flip side it's still a plasticy truck. It's like a base model Mustang rental car. People like it but it doesn't mean it's anything to brag about personally. I think it's because i see mega carriers carrying mass amounts of T680's, 579'S, Cascadias and Prostars. If i had to pay for a truck i'd be buying a 389, Coronado, or T800. Something with longer resale value. But i guess as long as you're making money who gives a shit, amr?
The reason you see mega carriers with the trucks is because they are so reliable duh
I’m happy with this as my first truck and feel fortunate to have the opportunity to have it. A lot of people want to start with a badass truck right out of the gate but I feel it’s best to start with a beginner truck and work your way up. That’s the advice I’ve got from a lot of successful owner ops.
@@WildBeardTrucking Sound advice. I've been spending weeks trying to find a decent truck and it's rough. That's why i'm a bit bitter 😂
Hey no shame brother I hated truck shopping mostly because of the stupid salesman. Lol it put me in a bad mood every time I left a seller.
Thank you. Just got my T680 from MHC today and its nice. She a 2016 with all the bells and whistles and super clean. I as on the fence about gettin it or a Freightliner Cascadia. Your video is confirmation and all the research helped me decide. Thanks Bro.
Thanks for the downlow on the T680. Been driving Cascadia's for awhile. Swift wants to put me in one. In asking other drivers, they've said it's a bit noisy on clean idle when your getting some shut eye. The motor vibrates quite a bit more then a Cascadia. What's your thoughts on that bro?
I've been driving a 2017 T680 for the last 5 months. I haven't driven a Cascadia yet. But the KW does have a some vibration at idle, but it actually helps me sleep. Overall this is a great truck. Only mechanical issue I've had is a burst coolant hose. Like Wild Beard said, it does accelerate slow and it lacks balls going uphill, but it sips diesel fuel. I've been in the 7 mpg range at 75 mph. Just depends on the lay of the land. My average mpg is about 6.2.
Have someone look at the ecm to make sure they didn’t take all the power out of it cause it was a company truck
I plan on taking it to the shop very soon!
Yesss 🙌🏽 set your own pace for success! Love that
Exactly!
I’ve owned a cascadia for 7 years, I’m in the process of buying a t680 hope everything’s ok.
Kenworth makes a good truck. I run a 2019 w900 with an x15 and an 18 speed, damn thing is a rocket loaded or not.
I'll stick with my Cat C-15 powered KW. I'm pushing over 600 horse. I walk away from our Cummins powered 379 and he's pushing as many ponies as my Cat with his Cummins
@@aaronsanborn4291 Nothing can hold a candle to an uncorked Cat. I do love being able to pull a hill loaded at 75 though. Paccar motors are trash.
@@jimvines5589 if it's not a Cat or Detroit it's not worth running.
The KW T-680. Is the truck I'm seriously thinking about getting for myself.
Paccar trucks are built better and tougher, be it a KW or Pete. Topof the line.
I’m definitely switched over and loving it haha!
I came out of a 2016 T680 company truck. It was roomy enough for me. The Paccar MX13 felt pretty weak from the get go - but I suppose that’s the thrifty element of it. It was good on fuel!
It had a couple electronic gremlins the shop never alleviated. Overall, it struck me as a fleet truck with some cheap aspects, but it was comfortable and never gave me serious problems.
Yeah it’s definitely a fleet truck but it’s the best fleet truck I’ve ever been in.
These new engines dont get any better mileage than my 85 kw w900 did with a manual 3406 cat
I’m getting 8.8 right now.
I bet the body style does though. At least 1mpg, probably more like 2-3mpg better than your old W900.
I got the same truck to , it set up to save on fuel, you got better mileage.
T680 vs Freightliner: kenworths acceleration is awful yes, The dashboard isn’t even a dashboard. Ya can’t move unless your air is over 100psi. Now theres some tight spots out there, im just saying. Turning radius is ahhh not that much of a difference but i much rather be in a freight through city traffic. The cruise is on the dash! Its so much easier to control your cruise speed in a freight. Almost if your playing a video game simple vs needing to keep reaching down to pressing the button on the dash. Thats about it, congrats you can go over 70. 😂
What’s up brother!!!!! I gotta ask, did you have a hard time changing out the steering wheel? Great to see you back look forward to the next one! ......peace ✌️
Yeah it was a little bit of a hassle but I had a shop put it on. 😂🤣
Love it! Always work smarter not harder! Excellent call! .........be safe bro!
I have a 02 International 9200i with a N14, I am eyeing the T680 as my next truck.
Definitely an upgrade brother best of luck finding the right truck!
@@WildBeardTrucking that's the thing, which one? Because she will be my #1 woman.
Great pictures of the mountains. Have a Merry Christmas and can’t wait till the next video. Coyote call
Hahaha merry Christmas to you as well and happy new year!
Waiting for u bro after long time..... Drive safe... Hope ur brother is doing good... Stay blessed🙏 brother
Haha I’m back man just needed a break lol
I used to have a T680 with a Paccar and a manual transmission. The MX13 was very impressive and gave me zero problems in the 2 years I had it. Your problem is you bought a shitty spec'd TransAm truck. You need to go to the dealer and pay for a programing fee and have them open it up. All of that sluggishness and deaccel you get while turning is transam dummy proofing with a rookie tune. Of course the auto isn't a manual so there's very little you can do there.
I wouldn't own another T680 only because the W990 is available. Same great cab and sleeper but the set forward axle and big hood is what I like. By the way, if your steering column rattles, do what I did. Open it up and put butyl strips on the inside of the shell.
This is why trucking companies that buy fleet trucks from a manufacturer don’t rush it. The trucking companies hold the truck salesman hostage. LOL. Yup, that is how it works, the trucking companies hold all the cards. Plan and simple. Single truck buyers do not have that advantage.
You have a package with a low horse power Mr good fuel milage lol..I feel bad for you on the mountain...but I respect ur videos and honesty...
Oh I’ve been up the mountains a few time...I feel like the little engine that could. Lol
I bought 3 trucks from Allstate Peterbilt in South Saint Paul MN. Had a positive experience 2 and a half times. The first time I count as a half because the truck was a lemon. But I started making lemonade and things got better. Last truck I bought was a brand new 386. But all of that was a few years ago.
I'm sitting here in the middle of BFE KS in my Hirschbach KW T-680!!!! I love this truck best truck I've driven, which are VNL 760 Freightshakers and crap International. Jmo ijs 😜🙋🏼♂️
Yeah I do not like those internationals at all!!!
What can be done to the KW that can’t be done to others like a Volvo or cascadia?
I absolutely love the looks of the T680s.
Yeah it comes down to preference on interior setup and the looks on the outside.
Also it just seems there’s more items available to purchase that are particularly more available specifically for Kenworth.
Do you also have some challenges when backing up ? Or you got the transmission settings changed?
It kind of jolts every now and then does yours do that?
It seems all the new automatics tend to jump and buck if you are pushing on the Excelerator a tad too much. They are very sensitive. I found the best way is let the truck roll forward or backwards on its own in first gear. Yes I know it’s embarrassing when people see you leaping the cab like a Rookie out of driving school..LOL.
Throttle issues Check Smart accel and smart coast
That’s what I’ve been thinking.
Dude, I'm fixing to switch over to One Leasing with Transam. I'm kind of nervous about it to be honest, I'm still on the fence about staying company or switching over to the leasing side of Transam. I'm currently a company driver with Transam currently.
Don’t do leasing with trans am!!
I know that feeling i pay off my cascadia 1 year ago i have 5 trucks and i sell 4 of them i keep the cascadia but is a great feeling
Cool video man I’m gunna have to step my camera game up the video edits were super dope
Hahaha I appreciate you supporting the channels me giving it a watch.
I’ll tell u yes mud flaps are cheap. But in defense of kw. There number one changed item on trucks. 2 u bought an ex company truck bud. There spec that way for a reason. Most co drivers don’t pay attention and destroy them mainly backing thru holes n hitting curbs. With your flaps. Yes there annoying. But with rubber flaps. Turn them up as u show in vid. Flap will still hang down but end is 6 inches higher. Harder to catch on curbs. N further back from tire.. less damage. There good in that way especially for co drivers that don’t care. Your acceleration is a setting!!!! Is speced that way for a reason. High acceleration on snow ice rain with bobtail or empty trailer can cause tire spin. Again. U bought it from trans am. It speced for a company driver. U can have this changed. Though it may affect insurance. Note. Kw dealers will not wanna change it. It affects safety. Spin outs cause crashes. But private mechanics will gladly change it for u. It’s a ecm/pcm setting
Was supposed 2 get hired over 1 yr ago at small firm but...recalls on transmissions kept them from getting FUVE new KWs!!! Then it was damn SENSORS!!!!! 😮😮😮😮😮😅😂
KW T680 & Pete 579 best bang for the buck.
Yeah man they’re good trucks and they won’t break the bank on price or to fuel up either.
Just curious what are you hauling??
Just amazon boxes. Lol