I agree, Freightliner makes a very good product, strong fuel economy and impressive dealer network. Myself, preference is VNL 780 or KW T680. It’s all just personal preference. Thanks for your genuine review !!
Full disclosure: Freightliner sales rep here. The ladder is rated for 400 lbs. I’m 270 and have used it with no concerns. You can get other inverters with different location options (behind the seat for example) from the factory (data code: 337-). And you can get up to (5) 12 volt outlets in the bunk area (data code: 284-). This would be in addition to dash power outlets. Up to (3) outlets in the dash (data code: 785-). The fridge from the factory is 2.3 cubic feet, which is marine grade, light weight, and had very low amp draw 275 Watts/24hrs. You can get a prep for a fridge from the factory, with air flow a d straps. It can accommodate a fridge up to 3.3 cubic feet. (Data codes: 719-) They offer a premium sound system from the factory with a subwoofer (data code: 750-042) You can get memory foam from the factory (data code: 740-). You last video you mentioned you didn’t like the mounting of the CB. You can put it on top of the dash (data code: 748-) Get with Ronin and your local Freightliner sales rep and give him these data codes when you go to spec your next trucks. Remember options can change the price but you can go through all that with a spec review. From the specs, it looks like you’ve got a great FTL dealer there. Great job on the videos. I really enjoy them. Keep it up!
Great reply. You mentioned 12V outlets as an option. Trucking from 1970's is kinda, you know, gone. What about 5, 110ac outlets? Lots of drivers hook up massive tv's, video game consoles, computers, etc...
You're soooo correct about the under the bed access. Lifting the bed to get at it sucks. Put 2 swing doors there so you can slide a bin in and out of it. Or make it a big drawer.
Very interesting video. The difference, obviously, between Euro trucks & American vehicles is astounding. A video on my particular truck would take all of 3 minutes!!! I think freightliner owe you at least 0.75 % of any future sales for this favourable review. 👍👍
On this Freightliner we usually stored our food in the jockey box in the winter. It kept really well. I think Freightliner should have installed a fridge on rails under the bed where you can just slide it out from under the bunk when you need to with a simple latch under the bed and access your long-term food storage. I know Dometic makes rack-mounted fridges for semi-trucks. It's just a matter of fabricating the space under the bunk.
My Dad is about your size and he sleeps on the top bunk in his cascadia every night and has no problem with the ladder holding him. I'm about 6'2" and 250lbs and I've climbed up to get stuff off his bunk when he's on home time and never had a problem with the ladder.
Thx very much for the honesty. They should at least offer a bigger fridge and to put drawers under the bed. 200k and your feet hang off end of bed🤨 Stay safe
My Friend Good afternoon Your're right with the pros and cons , Some items you can fix like: matress , the space under the matress , install plugs etc Have a nice day. Best regards 21 August 2021
Hey Brian. Just update ladder for upper do holds well as being 6.2 and around 190 lbs i had used it few times and it do holds. About electric plugs, they do come with free 110 plugs it might be case you need to ask it. I drive cascadia 2017 it has one in cabinet behind microwave which has 2 plugs and then one under bed where you showed 12volt plug.
Hi there. Thank you for your view. That's really nice truck and I have been working on Freightliner 2018 before but the cabin was lower than this and for me it pretty cool to get more convenient for work. Also you are right about the matras 😀 it's really true. Thanks for video . Have nice trip and enjoy the Cascadia. Take care.
Good video. All good.....and to me I am new to the sleeper itself and in a 2020 same or similar setup. I've been in all daycabs before this and to me it is fine because I can't compare to the other trucks like you say. My apu is all run off the diesel engine on side of the truck. It works fine but I can't compare it to the battery unit you have again. Thanks for the nice info all you guys there !!!!!
im 225 lbs and ive been up and down that ladder, it held me just fine,the cascadia i was in had the larger fridge unit. but i think they owner of the company optioned that in. it went to the very top of that shelf you have. it was a great sized fridge
Great review Brian! It looks like you're a pretty happy camper. I really enjoy your videos, thank you for all the work you guys put in making these vids. Ciao!
Nice sound this time !!! Never mind the crumbs roflmao I'm 265 and never used to top bunk; always worried about it caving. If I owned that truck I would definitely take the time to put outlets where I want them; nice part of owning the truck. So there are no a/c vent in the bunk; that is messed up. Looks like you are happy overall and I'm thinking you will end up liking this truck. Yes this video should be shown to Freightliner for the feedback and ideas. Awesome job making this video; look forward to more of them. If you ever make it down to the east coast of Florida, Melbourne FL, give a hollar !!
I'm not a truck driver, but looking at these pros and cons, my #1 items I would prioritize is: first, premium audio. If I am spending a lot of time doing something, be it driving, in an office, work or at home, I make sure to have good audio. Music is what keeps me going. Second, power outlets. You are so correct! These days, we have a TV, microwave, usually a computer, gaming systems, and our smart phones. We need the power! The other item, mattress. Good rest is important! I can work with everything else.
I am currently in a brand new 22, I have 11k miles in about 6 weeks. I have been in the maintenence shop with engine, Jake brake and def issues already. Been in a shop 3 times in 6 weeks
The new safety features are stupid, the difference in the back that pictured above is we have 3 standard household 12v plugs plus 4 cig plugs in the back. Then two in the front
Oh daumnnnn running teams in a Freightshaker 🥴 no way 🤣 Volvo Pete or KW I ran teams for FedEx with Trashnationals and Freightshakers never again. Gl drive safe
Yeah the mattress does suck but the cab is very roomy. Be nice to have a pull out table top somewhere and a cup holder near the bunk temp control. Wow I'll have to look for that table top in the 2019...haha!
With the 2020,are they still having the DEF issues with the Detroit .... I drove in Cascadia from '14-'18 and all around me big $$ for def pumps etc, some shops blamed Freightliner and some blamed Detroit...
@@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News its the same stuff the ez pass has on it but the outdoor one is stronger when i mount something it dont move almost like it was screwed on
thanks for the review. I currently drive a 2019 860 . that truck can't compete with mine. the fridge is superior and so is storage. I have the table set up and have great storage under it plus a 110 outlet. my stereo is an 8 speaker + sub amplified system it's fantastic. the mattress is a 42in wide mattress and I like that volvo solved the problem at the bottom space at the end by putting a netted storage there. my company wants to give me a new cascadia in a week but I think I'll be keeping this after seeing your review
The ladder will hold up, the curtains need those stoppers. Got an international company truck, similar features to the Freightliner. I dont shake anymore...lol
Surely this comment is way too late but for anyone wondering the Cascadia mattress is a standard TwinXL size, you don't need to buy a custom mattress. I bought an 8" TwinXL memory foam mattress off amazon for less than $200 and it fits perfect. Massive upgrade.
There is a electrical outlet near the bunk controls, and you can get the cascados with or without the fridge and bring in your own fridge. I’ve had both types and would much rather have my own ridge
The speakers in these trucks are crap . I replaced all of them with good quality ones. That makes a huge difference. I also replaced the head unit with a Pioneer stereo, because I really like my tunes
So about the curtains… these trucks come with the stoppers on the edge of the rails. People screw them up and break them off because they’re so flimsy. I’ve been in few Cascadias at my company with them still in tact. Most are gone like that
You nailed it on the head about the seat and lack of USB and power ports. Its my first week in my trucking career. So keep the great video's coming. Really good stuff!
And yes, Peterbilt has the open storage area underneath the bed, they did it smart, plus peterbilt has also good speakers for excellent sound quality..
Good point on fridge but every driver runs different the fridge you have is only good for 5 days for 2 or 3 weeks Ur right full size fridge is in order. Any tips on mattress I agree on comfort side
Hey you forgot one of the biggest con I run team driver to California So sometimes we use both the beds upper and lower This truck has only 2 air vents both on driver side for lower bunk It does not have any vent on passenger side in bunk and oh my god on hot day upper bed is a roster no a single vent for upper bed I really hate this At least truck should have 4 vents in bunk one for head side and one for foot side for both upper and lower beds
Awesome video brother. I assume the things it's lacking is the way it was ordered. My t680 has 3 110 outlets in the sleeper a shit ton of 12 volt 8 speakers and a sub not sure if refrigerator is any better because I don't have it yet lol. But it's a pull out one but I'm sure probably still too small.
Your unit doesn't have the dinette? That option on freightliner, plus everything else like fuel economy, is the only reason I'd even consider a freightliner instead of a Volvo for my next truck
Regarding the ladder, I weight 240, and have used mine several times with no problems. As to the curtain issue. From the factory they come with plastic stoppers at the end of the rail. They do fall off, but you can get plastic nuts from any auto parts store, put them in the end of the rail, and tighten a screw in. No more problems. The lack of AC power outlets is how the truck was spec’d. Ours come with an outlet next to the DC outlets below the bunk, and one in the microwave cabinet. I would complain to the other guy about that.
I'm 260 and I can climb up that no problem the issue is are you idiot co-driver folds it up on you gets out of the truck you can't reach to get it back down without falling out of the bunk
personally, i am looking at the new KW t680 with front swivel seat and actual turn around table. install a 5000 watt inverter with possible kw installed electric apu. Not sure what engine and tranny combo to put in the next gen t680.
Driven 3 T680's, owned 1. That swivel seat is worthless and that swivel table is horrible. Takes up an enormous amount of space, gets in the way alot moving around, and you better sleep perfectly still all night otherwise you will break a toe or two or your foot on the damn thing.
The sound and under the bunk the 2 draw backs. Otherwise good trucks, but the sound ruins it for me. They need to ask some real drivers what they want in a truck
Freightliner is only a highway princess for easy loads, If you can drive and know the engine the Kenworth and Cummins is a good all around great combo for a truck. I need to burn fuel to make money and uptime matters more.
hello, excellent video is a good tool for those of us who are in the process of buying our first truck. I would like you to please publish the name and information of the place where the mattresses are made at the driver's need. thank you
I agree the lighting is great but the storage space totally ridiculous. The mattress is poor. Congratulations freightliner for making a plastic truck, freightliner used to be a fantastic truck, but since Benz bought them they fell into total crap.
I have same problem with my 2019 VNL 780. Of course it help that the company spec'd it for team driving when my division doesn't do teams (midroof). Would rather have had the above storage rather then the upper bunk. Small sleeper in the first place since we have Hiab Knuckle boom cranes on the back of the trucks.
I have heard the ladder, when folded up, sometimes poses a "danger" of taller people sometimes hitting their heads on them. Any experience on that? It seemed to me, watching this video, it is plenty high when you are sitting on the bunk, but what about when you stand up? One thing I do know about the Cascadia, is that they do have good options for refrigerators, especially if you want a bigger after market refrigerator. Depends on how it is equipped.
Hey Brain do you feel that the new trucks are bigger both interior and exterior than the old trucks???? eg. old (late 90s/early 2000s) new (2010 and up) also are which trucks can pull more weight????
How do you fit a 1.2 cu ft microwave in there? What brand? With the dimensions I’m measuring for the hole, only a .5 or .6 will fit & I have to order it online. But I haven’t yet. If you could let me know thst would save me
For solo drivers the storage is good enough but not for teams. The refrigerator is too small for even solo drivers looking to bring and cook their own food. As you said, the freezer is way to small. There is a good 16-20" above the refrigerator that could be used for a bigger one but I suspect a bigger one would consume too much power. Be nice if they could figure a way to increase the size though as more and more companies are increasing their share of team drivers.
I drive a 2023 Freightliner. Too many buttons for too many lights in the bunk is confusing. I still frequently push the wrong one when i need proper light. I turn on all three buttons to have good light. The light design is gagbage.The table is too small and too low. I can't get my legs underneath it in order to sit and eat properly. It pops in to easy so your food can fall off if one does not take proper care. The cabinets are the cheapest plastic and if one does not slam hard enough in the center, they won't latch properly due to easy misalignment. Kenworth Quality is way better as is the big table which swings 90 degrees. I agree that the size of the fridge is too small and bad designed. It is on the wrong side, too low on the floor and too close to the mattress so hard to open. Kenworth fridge works like a drawer. The Freightliner fridge door needs to be adjusted as it opens by itself when food is inside and pushes against it from inside driving in a curve. I have an inverter underneath the bunk from where i run a cable direct to my microwave. I have seen sockets build behind the microwave. So agree running a cable is a pain in the butt. Kenworth overall is better designed and better quality. The different bunk width between both trucks is not really so much and irrelevant. I am 6.5 tall and can sleep good in both beds. All the mattresses whch come with the trucks no matter the brand are garbage. My boss purchased a customized one for me right at the beginning when I started to work for them almost 9 years ago. It goes with me in dvery new truck every 3 years. Never had any issues with the espar bunk heater draining the batteries except once in a while I have to start it 2 or 3 times in order to get it going. It heats according to the outside temperature (sensor). What is a real pain in the butt with the Cascadia is that it slows down by itself coming up on the top of a hill despite being on cruise control. But the electronic is setup that way. Makes absolutely no sense. The main power switch button beside the driver seat is a good idea. This way I am not forced to pull all my charging plugs out to avoid draining batteries. It does not cut the power of the microwave though. Have to lift the bed in order to switch off the inverter for this. That is I agree not we thought thru. I actually have curtain stoppers mounted in the bunk curtain rail. But I never close these anyway as it gives u more room to close the window curtains. The heat still stays strong. On the left side window curtain rail the stopper above the seat in the corner came loose once and it was a little bit a hazzle to get it back in. That , too was better designed in the Kenworth as was the ball twist system which holds the curtains in place. The Freightliner has velcro straps and each time they stick to the curtain itself when closing them in the morning so it's a little bit of search for those straps every time . Same applies to the curtain itself where the velcro is what keeps the curtain together while closed. The Kenworth had stitched in magnets. Was way better.
4:31 Always be sure to clean the cocaine... I mean "crumbs" off of the table before showing it on your video... Just saying.... 🤣 (Also, I'm not a troll.... that was just a joke... I actually love your videos...... Also, just saying... 😂)
So in other words. Buy a different truck. I'm going to Volvo 70inch extended Globetrotter with the workstation/Dinnette top bunk bed withe iDrive and the great aerodynamics. That's my future truck.
I agree, Freightliner makes a very good product, strong fuel economy and impressive dealer network. Myself, preference is VNL 780 or KW T680. It’s all just personal preference. Thanks for your genuine review !!
Full disclosure: Freightliner sales rep here.
The ladder is rated for 400 lbs. I’m 270 and have used it with no concerns.
You can get other inverters with different location options (behind the seat for example) from the factory (data code: 337-).
And you can get up to (5) 12 volt outlets in the bunk area (data code: 284-).
This would be in addition to dash power outlets. Up to (3) outlets in the dash (data code: 785-).
The fridge from the factory is 2.3 cubic feet, which is marine grade, light weight, and had very low amp draw 275 Watts/24hrs.
You can get a prep for a fridge from the factory, with air flow a d straps. It can accommodate a fridge up to 3.3 cubic feet. (Data codes: 719-)
They offer a premium sound system from the factory with a subwoofer (data code: 750-042)
You can get memory foam from the factory (data code: 740-).
You last video you mentioned you didn’t like the mounting of the CB. You can put it on top of the dash (data code: 748-)
Get with Ronin and your local Freightliner sales rep and give him these data codes when you go to spec your next trucks. Remember options can change the price but you can go through all that with a spec review.
From the specs, it looks like you’ve got a great FTL dealer there.
Great job on the videos. I really enjoy them. Keep it up!
Damn that's a very nice, detailed reply, thank you Walt! Much respect!
Thank you for your detailed comment. We really appreciate it. Glad you’re enjoying our videos!
Great reply. You mentioned 12V outlets as an option. Trucking from 1970's is kinda, you know, gone. What about 5, 110ac outlets?
Lots of drivers hook up massive tv's, video game consoles, computers, etc...
You're soooo correct about the under the bed access. Lifting the bed to get at it sucks. Put 2 swing doors there so you can slide a bin in and out of it. Or make it a big drawer.
Very interesting video. The difference, obviously, between Euro trucks & American vehicles is astounding. A video on my particular truck would take all of 3 minutes!!!
I think freightliner owe you at least 0.75 % of any future sales for this favourable review. 👍👍
I weight 240 and I can vouch for the ladder and top bunk. They’re super solid. I would comfortably store 400+ pounds of gear up there.
Good to know! Thank you for sharing.
I'm 6' 2" and 340 lbs, the ladder holds up just fine
You can put storage compartment! Is why the matrix is like that ! But is extra lok
Videos like this are realy a nice way for Cascadia to do some serious improvements on their trucks.
Thank you for your positive feedback!
On this Freightliner we usually stored our food in the jockey box in the winter. It kept really well. I think Freightliner should have installed a fridge on rails under the bed where you can just slide it out from under the bunk when you need to with a simple latch under the bed and access your long-term food storage. I know Dometic makes rack-mounted fridges for semi-trucks. It's just a matter of fabricating the space under the bunk.
Thank you for the honest review!
You should get into amateur radio, it'll cure you OCD!
Edit: That space at the end of the bunk is perfect to secure your guitar case.
St Andrews? Darn I live here. Wish I saw you I would have given you a shout out. Love your videos. 👍🙂
Brian pointed out some pretty good cons this time. Brian 1 Ronen 1. Its up for grabs as to who will be doing the happy dance!
The wires would drive me nuts too 🤣
I’ve grown to like the western star 49x with the 72” sleeper. Never owned or drove one but they look good to me. I do love cascadias
We love Cascadia’s too!
Great explanation, Freighliner does owe you a deal and glad they did you a solid at the end of the 90 days.
My Dad is about your size and he sleeps on the top bunk in his cascadia every night and has no problem with the ladder holding him. I'm about 6'2" and 250lbs and I've climbed up to get stuff off his bunk when he's on home time and never had a problem with the ladder.
I bet the fridge door still opens randomly😏. Great info tho😊
Thx very much for the honesty. They should at least offer a bigger fridge and to put drawers under the bed. 200k and your feet hang off end of bed🤨 Stay safe
Right!? Couldn’t agree more.
Pete's have a solid storage strip across the end of the bunk to hold the mattress from sliding, lol they also have a SUB under the bunk 🎶🎶🇨🇦👍
My Friend
Good afternoon
Your're right with the pros and cons ,
Some items you can fix like: matress , the space under the matress , install plugs etc
Have a nice day.
Best regards
21 August 2021
I'm about get into trucking and your video's are one the best I seen on TH-cam. Keep up the great work and hopefully one day we meet in a truck stop.
Welcome to the industry! Glad you enjoy watching our videos. Thanks for the feedback 😊
That’s why I prefer my ICECO cooler style fridge over truck fridges. I can fit so much more
I’m currently driving one and I agree with everything you said .Well done
Thank you!
Hey Brian. Just update ladder for upper do holds well as being 6.2 and around 190 lbs i had used it few times and it do holds.
About electric plugs, they do come with free 110 plugs it might be case you need to ask it. I drive cascadia 2017 it has one in cabinet behind microwave which has 2 plugs and then one under bed where you showed 12volt plug.
Hi there. Thank you for your view.
That's really nice truck and I have been working on Freightliner 2018 before but the cabin was lower than this and for me it pretty cool to get more convenient for work. Also you are right about the matras 😀 it's really true. Thanks for video .
Have nice trip and enjoy the Cascadia. Take care.
What I did for my privacy curtain plus I took a pack of batteries folded the cardboard and stuck it in the rail works perfect as a stopper
Good video. All good.....and to me I am new to the sleeper itself and in a 2020 same or similar setup. I've been in all daycabs before this and to me it is fine because I can't compare to the other trucks like you say. My apu is all run off the diesel engine on side of the truck. It works fine but I can't compare it to the battery unit you have again. Thanks for the nice info all you guys there !!!!!
im 225 lbs and ive been up and down that ladder, it held me just fine,the cascadia i was in had the larger fridge unit. but i think they owner of the company optioned that in. it went to the very top of that shelf you have. it was a great sized fridge
Too many shortfalls for such an expensive truck. Thank you Brian for telling the truth.
Great review Brian! It looks like you're a pretty happy camper. I really enjoy your videos, thank you for all the work you guys put in making these vids. Ciao!
Thanks for your feedback!
Nice sound this time !!! Never mind the crumbs roflmao
I'm 265 and never used to top bunk; always worried about it caving.
If I owned that truck I would definitely take the time to put outlets where I want them; nice part of owning the truck.
So there are no a/c vent in the bunk; that is messed up.
Looks like you are happy overall and I'm thinking you will end up liking this truck.
Yes this video should be shown to Freightliner for the feedback and ideas.
Awesome job making this video; look forward to more of them.
If you ever make it down to the east coast of Florida, Melbourne FL, give a hollar !!
All Cascadia's have a/c-heat vents in the bunk area.
Never again John… never again 🤓 Thank you for your comment and feedback!
I'm not a truck driver, but looking at these pros and cons, my #1 items I would prioritize is: first, premium audio. If I am spending a lot of time doing something, be it driving, in an office, work or at home, I make sure to have good audio. Music is what keeps me going. Second, power outlets. You are so correct! These days, we have a TV, microwave, usually a computer, gaming systems, and our smart phones. We need the power!
The other item, mattress. Good rest is important! I can work with everything else.
I'm most curious about any maintenance issues, and or preventative stuff you end up doing over the 90 days. This is great stuff so far.
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I am currently in a brand new 22, I have 11k miles in about 6 weeks. I have been in the maintenence shop with engine, Jake brake and def issues already. Been in a shop 3 times in 6 weeks
The new safety features are stupid, the difference in the back that pictured above is we have 3 standard household 12v plugs plus 4 cig plugs in the back. Then two in the front
The ladder supports me I run team on a 2020 cascadia and sadly I’m on the top and I’m 6’5” 240lbs and never had a issue
Oh daumnnnn running teams in a Freightshaker 🥴 no way 🤣 Volvo Pete or KW I ran teams for FedEx with Trashnationals and Freightshakers never again. Gl drive safe
Yeah the mattress does suck but the cab is very roomy. Be nice to have a pull out table top somewhere and a cup holder near the bunk temp control. Wow I'll have to look for that table top in the 2019...haha!
Great review Brian I appreciate your honesty about the truck and the features !
With the 2020,are they still having the DEF issues with the Detroit .... I drove in Cascadia from '14-'18 and all around me big $$ for def pumps etc, some shops blamed Freightliner and some blamed Detroit...
3m outdoor dual lock plastic velcro works great i use it to mount power strips very strong
Agreed!
@@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News its the same stuff the ez pass has on it but the outdoor one is stronger when i mount something it dont move almost like it was screwed on
thanks for the review. I currently drive a 2019 860 . that truck can't compete with mine. the fridge is superior and so is storage. I have the table set up and have great storage under it plus a 110 outlet. my stereo is an 8 speaker + sub amplified system it's fantastic. the mattress is a 42in wide mattress and I like that volvo solved the problem at the bottom space at the end by putting a netted storage there. my company wants to give me a new cascadia in a week but I think I'll be keeping this after seeing your review
You ought to see my cascadia blackout edition. Black leather interior
The ladder will hold up, the curtains need those stoppers. Got an international company truck, similar features to the Freightliner. I dont shake anymore...lol
Surely this comment is way too late but for anyone wondering the Cascadia mattress is a standard TwinXL size, you don't need to buy a custom mattress. I bought an 8" TwinXL memory foam mattress off amazon for less than $200 and it fits perfect. Massive upgrade.
I have a naxa tv you can buy at any major truckstop, it has a 12v plug in and wall plug in.
There is a electrical outlet near the bunk controls, and you can get the cascados with or without the fridge and bring in your own fridge. I’ve had both types and would much rather have my own ridge
Cascadias ***
I do believe there is an electronical plug by the microwave.
Exellent video.
The speakers in these trucks are crap . I replaced all of them with good quality ones. That makes a huge difference. I also replaced the head unit with a Pioneer stereo, because I really like my tunes
I did the same in my T680 sounds a million times better...
Can't beleive they cheaped out on a major creature comfort when drivers spend all there time in the truck
So about the curtains… these trucks come with the stoppers on the edge of the rails. People screw them up and break them off because they’re so flimsy. I’ve been in few Cascadias at my company with them still in tact. Most are gone like that
I had the same issue and bought a handful of grommets from Lowes that worked well enough.
Brian I can bet the 2022-23 cascadia Will be spec. To your requirements because Freightliner is taking notes with the Pro & Con. 😅😅😅
You nailed it on the head about the seat and lack of USB and power ports. Its my first week in my trucking career. So keep the great video's coming. Really good stuff!
And yes, Peterbilt has the open storage area underneath the bed, they did it smart, plus peterbilt has also good speakers for excellent sound quality..
The ladder is aluminum and I think it says it supports 350, I went up and down mine twice a day and I’m 200 lbs
any aftertreatment issues yet?
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The curtains on my freightliner have never fallen down... there is a kind of a push in button at the end...
Good point on fridge but every driver runs different the fridge you have is only good for 5 days for 2 or 3 weeks Ur right full size fridge is in order. Any tips on mattress I agree on comfort side
Hey you forgot one of the biggest con
I run team driver to California
So sometimes we use both the beds upper and lower
This truck has only 2 air vents both on driver side for lower bunk
It does not have any vent on passenger side in bunk and oh my god on hot day upper bed is a roster no a single vent for upper bed
I really hate this
At least truck should have 4 vents in bunk one for head side and one for foot side for both upper and lower beds
You can get it with more 120 plugs
Your kw is better than Cascadia because it got Detroit 60 series
He can’t sit properly in it so it really doesn’t matter what engine the KW has.
Brain needs to start a channel
Awesome video brother. I assume the things it's lacking is the way it was ordered. My t680 has 3 110 outlets in the sleeper a shit ton of 12 volt 8 speakers and a sub not sure if refrigerator is any better because I don't have it yet lol. But it's a pull out one but I'm sure probably still too small.
Oh also did a delete on the upper bunk and replaced with cabinets.
Your unit doesn't have the dinette? That option on freightliner, plus everything else like fuel economy, is the only reason I'd even consider a freightliner instead of a Volvo for my next truck
Best wishes to you in this new truck, I really liked and get interested about APU issue.
Can't beleive they cheaped on the stereo super important to most truckers
Regarding the ladder, I weight 240, and have used mine several times with no problems. As to the curtain issue. From the factory they come with plastic stoppers at the end of the rail. They do fall off, but you can get plastic nuts from any auto parts store, put them in the end of the rail, and tighten a screw in. No more problems. The lack of AC power outlets is how the truck was spec’d. Ours come with an outlet next to the DC outlets below the bunk, and one in the microwave cabinet. I would complain to the other guy about that.
Sleeping like Boss Huuuu
I'm 260 and I can climb up that no problem the issue is are you idiot co-driver folds it up on you gets out of the truck you can't reach to get it back down without falling out of the bunk
12 volt TV's / Video panels do exist. Try Amazon.
lol im 260 and i trained teams in one of these when i started and the ladder worked just fine.
you could use Sugru to plug up the end of the curtain tracks
personally, i am looking at the new KW t680 with front swivel seat and actual turn around table. install a 5000 watt inverter with possible kw installed electric apu. Not sure what engine and tranny combo to put in the next gen t680.
Driven 3 T680's, owned 1. That swivel seat is worthless and that swivel table is horrible. Takes up an enormous amount of space, gets in the way alot moving around, and you better sleep perfectly still all night otherwise you will break a toe or two or your foot on the damn thing.
In regards to engines Cummins or buy a Volvo or Freightshaker
Worst sound in the industry. They really dropped the ball with the sound. 🖐⚾️
To me having a bad sound system just tells me they don't really care about who's driving the damn thing.
What is that screen hanging from the windshield. Looks huge!
I've been working as a truck driver in Europe and maybe someday I will make decision to get to Canada. I like American trucks.
The sound and under the bunk the 2 draw backs. Otherwise good trucks, but the sound ruins it for me. They need to ask some real drivers what they want in a truck
Freightliner is only a highway princess for easy loads, If you can drive and know the engine the Kenworth and Cummins is a good all around great combo for a truck. I need to burn fuel to make money and uptime matters more.
I see nothing but facts in this vid lol
hello, excellent video is a good tool for those of us who are in the process of buying our first truck. I would like you to please publish the name and information of the place where the mattresses are made at the driver's need. thank you
Are u thinking of buying another truck and if so what would it be?
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I agree the lighting is great but the storage space totally ridiculous. The mattress is poor. Congratulations freightliner for making a plastic truck, freightliner used to be a fantastic truck, but since Benz bought them they fell into total crap.
I have same problem with my 2019 VNL 780. Of course it help that the company spec'd it for team driving when my division doesn't do teams (midroof). Would rather have had the above storage rather then the upper bunk. Small sleeper in the first place since we have Hiab Knuckle boom cranes on the back of the trucks.
What type of APU battery is in that? Lithium Ion, or Lead Acid?
You can order a sub from FL Which is installed under the bunk in the spot you spoke about. Subs are not available with the dinette table.
I have heard the ladder, when folded up, sometimes poses a "danger" of taller people sometimes hitting their heads on them. Any experience on that? It seemed to me, watching this video, it is plenty high when you are sitting on the bunk, but what about when you stand up?
One thing I do know about the Cascadia, is that they do have good options for refrigerators, especially if you want a bigger after market refrigerator. Depends on how it is equipped.
Does Freightshaker er uhm, I mean Freightliner include 5 years of chiropractic care with its new trucks?
For me it's a Cabover K100 and new Western Star 5700XE.
There are behind the fridge bottom left corner a wall 2, 3 prong outlet one for fridge one for tv
The mattress is a twin xl
You need bay Twin mattress KL
Hey Brain do you feel that the new trucks are bigger both interior and exterior than the old trucks???? eg. old (late 90s/early 2000s) new (2010 and up) also are which trucks can pull more weight????
How do you fit a 1.2 cu ft microwave in there? What brand? With the dimensions I’m measuring for the hole, only a .5 or .6 will fit & I have to order it online. But I haven’t yet. If you could let me know thst would save me
Can you tell us about the engine performance
What is your opinion on optimized idle
For solo drivers the storage is good enough but not for teams. The refrigerator is too small for even solo drivers looking to bring and cook their own food. As you said, the freezer is way to small. There is a good 16-20" above the refrigerator that could be used for a bigger one but I suspect a bigger one would consume too much power. Be nice if they could figure a way to increase the size though as more and more companies are increasing their share of team drivers.
My fridge stop cooling but still has power what can I do to fix it
What is the net against the wall of the bed for?
I drive a 2023 Freightliner. Too many buttons for too many lights in the bunk is confusing. I still frequently push the wrong one when i need proper light. I turn on all three buttons to have good light. The light design is gagbage.The table is too small and too low. I can't get my legs underneath it in order to sit and eat properly. It pops in to easy so your food can fall off if one does not take proper care. The cabinets are the cheapest plastic and if one does not slam hard enough in the center, they won't latch properly due to easy misalignment. Kenworth Quality is way better as is the big table which swings 90 degrees. I agree that the size of the fridge is too small and bad designed. It is on the wrong side, too low on the floor and too close to the mattress so hard to open. Kenworth fridge works like a drawer. The Freightliner fridge door needs to be adjusted as it opens by itself when food is inside and pushes against it from inside driving in a curve. I have an inverter underneath the bunk from where i run a cable direct to my microwave. I have seen sockets build behind the microwave. So agree running a cable is a pain in the butt. Kenworth overall is better designed and better quality. The different bunk width between both trucks is not really so much and irrelevant. I am 6.5 tall and can sleep good in both beds. All the mattresses whch come with the trucks no matter the brand are garbage. My boss purchased a customized one for me right at the beginning when I started to work for them almost 9 years ago. It goes with me in dvery new truck every 3 years. Never had any issues with the espar bunk heater draining the batteries except once in a while I have to start it 2 or 3 times in order to get it going. It heats according to the outside temperature (sensor). What is a real pain in the butt with the Cascadia is that it slows down by itself coming up on the top of a hill despite being on cruise control. But the electronic is setup that way. Makes absolutely no sense. The main power switch button beside the driver seat is a good idea. This way I am not forced to pull all my charging plugs out to avoid draining batteries. It does not cut the power of the microwave though. Have to lift the bed in order to switch off the inverter for this. That is I agree not we thought thru. I actually have curtain stoppers mounted in the bunk curtain rail. But I never close these anyway as it gives u more room to close the window curtains. The heat still stays strong. On the left side window curtain rail the stopper above the seat in the corner came loose once and it was a little bit a hazzle to get it back in. That , too was better designed in the Kenworth as was the ball twist system which holds the curtains in place. The Freightliner has velcro straps and each time they stick to the curtain itself when closing them in the morning so it's a little bit of search for those straps every time . Same applies to the curtain itself where the velcro is what keeps the curtain together while closed. The Kenworth had stitched in magnets. Was way better.
4:31 Always be sure to clean the cocaine... I mean "crumbs" off of the table before showing it on your video... Just saying.... 🤣 (Also, I'm not a troll.... that was just a joke... I actually love your videos...... Also, just saying... 😂)
How about the ken worth w900l 2021 model?
So in other words. Buy a different truck.
I'm going to Volvo 70inch extended Globetrotter with the workstation/Dinnette top bunk bed withe iDrive and the great aerodynamics. That's my future truck.