Great purchase, perfect truck for limited part time use. Older trucks were built like anvils. Parts are available and are reasonable. BEST thing no DEF or electronics just simple easy to fix.
I am not sure my wife would have been as supportive as Cara when it comes to this type of purchase. You have a great family Neil. Thanks for the video.
My wife lets me buy that old stuff. Have a 71 SeaGrave Engine. ( 8-71 ) plus a 78 Dynahoe-190. ( 353) both Detroit Diesel's. The Fire Engine has a ( spicer) 5 speed. It's interesting it's gets in 5th. Real fast, then it basically slows to stop without Down shift. It's almost like a Automatic Transmission. Great for Kids to get in cab at local events. I filled the AIR pack compartment with different Fire Extinguisher, it's water Tank is 750 gallons.
Man oh man seeing this brings back memories of my childhood riding shotgun everyday in my dad's general. Makes me wish the industry wouldn't of crashed in early 2000s and our family business failed we'd still have that truck running her every day!
Good looking old General. It'll do well for your project. The 400 and 8 speed are a decent combination. Everyone loves a good project. Keep us posted on your progress.
Love it Neil! I've been watching the Knight Rider Historians restore a GMC General that was in the TV show. Can't wait to see your dump in action. It would be fun to have this truck. I'll always be grateful for Tractor Time with Tim getting me to your channel! See ya on the next one!
Thanks Dave! I really appreciate comments like this. I need to check out that Night Rider General. I loved that show when I was a kid and I can still picture that truck. Glad to have you watching!
That is the same type road tractor I got got my CDL with, when i went to back up it was like backing a aircraft carrier. The one I drove was a tandem with a dog house sleeper. Racked up many miles in that old brigadier general, had a cummins 855, Great memories!!!! 8 speed roadranger, perfect for your application. Front steer tire cupping is generally caused by worn suspension parts. Sometimes worn shocks that ounce a lot while driving.
Hi Neil, nice find and purchase! Since you just visited Adam at Hometown Acres, I’m going to guess that you are going to put in a pond or pool of some sorts! Looking forward to future videos!
Love the truck! There’s something so much more gratifying about getting in an old truck and taking off down the road vs a new one. I believe that will make a good ole truck! Take care buddy!
Think I need to move to Indiana. Big garages, perfect driveways, big toys. Seems like heaven. Cool truck. Good luck with that and the mystery project. I’ll be watching
That 400 Cummins is one of the best engines that I’ve ever hauled coal with other than a Mack, and that 8 speed wrap around my favorite transmission. And I like those Generals
Great looking truck and In good shape! Definitely a plus that you have been familiar with it for that long! Some day I hope to have one too! Can’t wait to see what that project is!
I’ve always had a soft spot in my heart for “The General”. Looks pretty good for the age and the bed is great looking for being up north. I’ve had my CDL for 15 years now and even though I make a living doing woodwork I always keep it up. You never know when it’ll come in handy. The last 3 years we’re driving a tri-axle dump. The last year with a new Frieghtliner automatic transmission. That thing was a monster. Had the get up and go of a diesel pickup truck. But I did miss shifting gears, the “clutch cramp” in traffic I did not miss. And can’t wait to see what you do with this Neil!
Same here. That CDL is the best defense against ever being out of work. You can always find a truck to drive and not ever miss a week of wages if you're determined enough. My friends have a Sterling with the automatic and that thing is a MONSTER as well! If I could have my pick of dump trucks that is what I would choose - it is probably like the Freightliner you described. Thanks for watching Matt!
Also that’s an NTC-400 big cam 3 Cummins, arguably the BEST all around mechanical engine Cummins built. You got a good one. Also the backwards 8 is one of my favorite transmissions.
What a great truck! Shoot, depending on the price, us it for your project and then sell it. One thing for sure, it’ll move a tremendous amount of dirt. To be honest, I’m jealous, great truck
Congratulations on the purchase. To answer your question, yes that is a great engine. I was a Cummins mechanic for 3 years before I went to work with the fire department. The old 855's were strong and reliable and the Big Cam 3's like yours were my favorite. I've seen some of them with 600k miles before a rebuild. They are simple, easy to work on, and easy to bump the horse power on if you want to. That engine being a 400 hp should be putting about 320 hp to the ground according to Cummins specs. If you have any questions, feel free to hit me up. Can't wait to see it in action. Stay safe my friend.
Thanks so much BD! I'm glad to have the vote of confidence from someone with that kind of experience. I think it will serve my purposes wonderfully and still make someone else a nice truck after I'm done with it. I'm looking forward to putting the 'ole boy to work.
When I first saw this old classic General, my initial thought was it had to have an old two stroke Detroit Diesel like an 8V92. Looks like it'll handle what you'll throw at it with no issues at all. Trailer looks in decent shape by the quick look, even though the wheels could use a touch up. Like the paint the way it is for sure.
Thank you for buying her. The GMC General should have a Detroit Diesel, just my Humble opinion only. On the start up putting in gear, just wait for a few on the gears to engage. I drove a Ford L-9000 with that transmission, they take a few seconds for clutch brake to kick in. What is the Load Wt. On those short high sided box's. We don't have those in my area. Everyone runs pup trailer. Very nice start up, and if AIR built that fast compressor is in great shape.
You can wait all day on this one and it still grinds going into gear. I think it needs a clutch brake adjustment. The rule of thumb for us around here in Indiana is that a tri-axle can haul 40,000 payload legally. If you order a tri-axle load of stone you get 20 ton. A quad load is 22-23 ton. A semi end-dump is 25 ton. We don't have anyone running pups around here but I've seen them in my travels. They are cool! Our area is dominated by tri-axles and quads. Thanks for watching!
Gidday from New Zealand Neil. Love the truck, can’t imagine what you need it for, but I’m sure we’ll all enjoy it. You’ve got me looking sideways at dump trucks, excavators etc, for sure. Just purchased a 12 acre block, I’m sure I need “something”!
Congrats Neil. This bring back memories lol. My first Tri axle was a 1985 general with a 13 speed and a Detroit . Your Cummins is a better engine or lets say preferred and your 8 speed will be geared better for the dirt. It should have a button on the bottom of the stick to drop it in bull low. I remember the windows in my truck giving me problems too lol. In its day that was a nice truck. P.S. I drive a Pete Now lol. Enjoy buddy wish you luck.
Cool old truck Neil. I drove a General Semi for 2 years in the 80’s. Loved that truck and had a 9 speed Fuller in it. Can’t remember what motor it had. Good bones should be a good old truck for what your gonna use it for. 👍✊
Cool truck. Love to see dump trucks , and you’re opinions on it. Maybe go to equipment auction and narrate/ voiceover what you think of items. That’d be interesting. 👍🙂
Nice of you to buy the trailer so He wouldn't have to unhook it lol Point of information, "Chicken lights" are extra lights added to the Truck, but your Cab lights worked fine Great video cool truck look forward to seeing it work!!
Nice purchase as it looks as if the previous Owner took relatively good mechanical care of it! Trailer actually may be a bonus to your fleet for a Mini Excavator and other equipment depending on the Job Site. 🎇 HAPPY 4th of JULY! 🎆
I recently found myself changing jobs just like a lot of people and I landed a job driving a tri-axle dump off road on a construction site. I have been around single axle trucks my whole life due to growing up on the farm and my Dad working for the local county road maintenance department. The first time I drove the big trucks it didn't take long for me to come up with the perfect name to match the turning radius. The Queen Marie.
i drove a General for about 2 years. ive driven many different trucks and i hated that rough riding noisy slow rattle trap more than all the others. good luck and have fun.
Neil… that’s not a project… it’s a tool for a project! There is nothing wrong with having a seldom used piece of equipment that doesn’t look showroom perfect. Just get it safe, compliant and reliable and it will be a good tool. I must say… it does look like it can easily become one of those! I never got my CDL… I have a chauffeurs permit and was intending to upgrade it at one point. But, I got a promotion and hired guys to do the driving instead. I wish I had gotten it. My guess about special projects is that you are putting in a firewood processing shed near the round pad that you already have. Being able to shelter your equipment, escape the elements to split wood and keep your fuel dry would appeal to me! I am happy for you… I hope it continues to be a ‘value add’ for your arsenal of equipment!
That's a good guess. I've wanted something exactly like that near the round pads. My special project may be considered more for cooling than heating however! Stay tuned and thanks as always my friend!
Beautiful truck man..I drove one identical except mine had Detroit power.same tranny though..I still use it daily..it runs when nothing else does..that frame looks great considering ur where it snows..we don't have that issue in south Georgia lol.. whatever u do plz never get under bed with it raised unless safety bar is engaged..take care and congratulations
Great find and purchase, IMHO! Starts, runs, stops, dumps, all lights, no major leaks... what more could you ask for a truck that's been sitting all these years? Plus you know the history! Looks like more great videos!
My guess is you had a pretty good idea what you were buying before you pulled the plug on this truck. Looks like it is going to work out for you. Nothing more fun than a new piece of equipment!
Yes, I did have a good background on it but it hasn't hauled anything in the bed for a good 7-8 years to the owners knowledge. I knew it was good when it was parked just didn't know what can be hiding as a result of sitting. I think it will do the job just fine though. (hopefully)
Dear Mr. Koch. 👍👌👏 The engine sounds pretty strong, good and healthy. So it seems to be that this truck was a great purchase! Congrats. It's a pretty big, heavy beast for a farm truck. I hope that we will see a lot more from it on this channel. Additionally I hope, that you will fix the right front fender and add the missing black piece. This rig deserves to look good. 😁 ;-) I'm eagerly looking forward to watch the next part. Best regards luck and health to all of you.
@@digdrivediy You're welcome, it's my pleasure. Thanks for replying and especially for another heart. As you know, I totally appreciate both very much. By the way, here are some for you and your family: 💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚 If not enough, I will gladly send more. Of course green ones because I simply love nearly everything that is green. 2) Hope it was not a big bill!? Good luck with that beast of a truck. Sincerely yours.
Good engine good transmission. That’s an 8LL deep reduction ,I call it a crazy 8 cause of how 3-4 and 7-8 is lol. The old cummins like low revs for shifting for sure
That's a normal shift pattern. 400 big cam cummins is a great motor. The jake brake was designed for the long stroke cummins. that tranny is plenty of gears for you. Great buy!
Neil, the Cummins big cam 400 was super common back then and parts should be available anywhere if you need them. That trans is an 8LL or 8 speed double under drive also very common in old school dumps.
Sam is correct on the engine trans combo, very durable and matched for dump truck, that double low allows you to creep in soft/steep ground and not stress the driveline, as for the shift pattern it allows for a higher top end speed, alot of road Ranger Trans could be turned around for a higher top speed, some people called them overdrive's when they were turned around
I agree with one of your viewers. It will meet the need. Remember, Tires, Brakes, Hydralic fluid, belts, lights are for safety. I would test the bed to make sure you can lift it before you load it. A little here, a little there. It should do the job.
What a great purchase neil! You will get tons of use out of that thing! My peterbilt has the same engine and trans. The big cam 4 was a great motor and parts are readily available! The U-trans (what we call them) or 8sp granny low is wonderful if your in soft ground and keeps you from busting U joint or shattering a drive yoke! Not that I know from experience or anything! However that truck looks really solid and your gonna gain friends real quick once the word gets out that you have a dump truck more so then you already do! Oh I also seen the mechanical pump! You can tweak that screw a bit and gain some extra ponies! As far as your project, I'm going to guess your going to build the girls a swimming pool! But you did mention you were going to start this late summer early fall? 🙄 hmm.... now I'm second guessing myself! Great video as always. God bless
Had an 85 General with an aluminum box. 350 Cummins with 8LL with Lo lo. Great nice driving truck. Too big for my operation, put it out hourly with a driver. Lost driver and sold truck.
Great purchase, perfect truck for limited part time use. Older trucks were built like anvils. Parts are available and are reasonable. BEST thing no DEF or electronics just simple easy to fix.
Exactly!
I am not sure my wife would have been as supportive as Cara when it comes to this type of purchase. You have a great family Neil. Thanks for the video.
Haha! She's used to it by now but you're right, I am certainly lucky for the support and the family that helps!
My wife lets me buy that old stuff. Have a 71
SeaGrave Engine. ( 8-71 ) plus a 78 Dynahoe-190. ( 353) both Detroit Diesel's.
The Fire Engine has a ( spicer) 5 speed. It's interesting it's gets in 5th. Real fast, then it basically slows to stop without Down shift.
It's almost like a Automatic Transmission. Great for Kids to get in cab at local events. I filled the AIR pack compartment with different Fire Extinguisher, it's water Tank is 750 gallons.
My uncle had a brand new General back in the 80's used for his milk hauling business. I remember it being his pride and joy at that time! Nice find!
That's cool! I hauled milk off the farm in the early 2000's but I drove a Mack and then an International.
It's so funny watching someone who isn't familiar with heavy trucks figure things out. You'll get there bud.
I can't wait to see the project. Keep these videos coming and let me brag again on the production and camera work.
Man oh man seeing this brings back memories of my childhood riding shotgun everyday in my dad's general. Makes me wish the industry wouldn't of crashed in early 2000s and our family business failed we'd still have that truck running her every day!
Glad it brought back some memories. Thanks for checking out the video Ryan!
That truck moves 🔥 I love older trucks
Good looking old General. It'll do well for your project. The 400 and 8 speed are a decent combination. Everyone loves a good project. Keep us posted on your progress.
That truck ready to go to work!!!! Sounds good and turbo whistles sounds good 👌
I always loved the look of those generals. There was quite a few in my area never see them anymore. Nice purchase
Nice old General. Can’t wait to see what you do with it.
That my friend is the greatest find I've seen in a while.
400 BIG CAM , awesome
Makes me wanna go out and get a job driving dump truck. Drove those things for 40 years. Love um!
I’ve always loved 12:20 tandems and tri axle dump trucks , and always wanted one, nice truck
Morning neil it looks a beast of a truck for the age of it it looks pretty clean it looks like you have a good truck well done.
Love it Neil! I've been watching the Knight Rider Historians restore a GMC General that was in the TV show. Can't wait to see your dump in action. It would be fun to have this truck. I'll always be grateful for Tractor Time with Tim getting me to your channel! See ya on the next one!
Thanks Dave! I really appreciate comments like this. I need to check out that Night Rider General. I loved that show when I was a kid and I can still picture that truck. Glad to have you watching!
Love that old general. I have no doubt it’ll pay for itself in work.
Beautiful truck....I see those Generals from time to time in the junkyards on my travels.
Congrats!!! Enjoy the new truck!
Another good project. I like old truck there very tough and easy to work on.
She’s a beauty. I have a 2000 freightliner. Cat C10. She’s in for a rebuild. Was complicating switching in a Cummins. That’s a runner!!!!
Have trooper hoover go through it. I always like that content. Enjoy the project! Can’t wait to follow along.
That is the same type road tractor I got got my CDL with, when i went to back up it was like backing a aircraft carrier. The one I drove was a tandem with a dog house sleeper. Racked up many miles in that old brigadier general, had a cummins 855, Great memories!!!! 8 speed roadranger, perfect for your application. Front steer tire cupping is generally caused by worn suspension parts. Sometimes worn shocks that ounce a lot while driving.
Love it, Neil! I’d name it The Night Rider - since they used a General in the show. Plus you’re going to spend many long nights working on it 🤣👍
Thanks Ed! I remember that show and loved that truck. Great idea. I hope not too many late nights though! :)
I’m a collector of projects! Love it Neil I think I’ll use it, lol
Just popped up outta nowhere in my feed. Huge fan of the General’s. For this reason I’ll subscribe!
That's awesome Ron! Thanks for the sub and thanks for the comment!
Hi Neil, nice find and purchase! Since you just visited Adam at Hometown Acres, I’m going to guess that you are going to put in a pond or pool of some sorts! Looking forward to future videos!
Love the truck can’t wait to see what you’re going to do with it
Nice truck Neil👍🏻 I like it. Clean for it’s age
Love the truck! There’s something so much more gratifying about getting in an old truck and taking off down the road vs a new one. I believe that will make a good ole truck! Take care buddy!
Thanks a lot Ben! It's no International but it should do the trick for now! :)
Think I need to move to Indiana. Big garages, perfect driveways, big toys. Seems like heaven. Cool truck. Good luck with that and the mystery project. I’ll be watching
Thanks! We like it here :)
That’s a SOLID old truck Neil! Some tires oil and grease and brake/clutch adjustment and your all set.
That 400 Cummins is one of the best engines that I’ve ever hauled coal with other than a Mack, and that 8 speed wrap around my favorite transmission. And I like those Generals
Thanks Josh!
Great looking truck and In good shape! Definitely a plus that you have been familiar with it for that long! Some day I hope to have one too! Can’t wait to see what that project is!
Thanks Stephen! I hope it will all come together this fall.
Man you got a really nice truck there! Looks like they kept it in good shape
Congratulations great job love your videos thank you
Looks like a good purchase that will do well for your pond build. 😉
💥 Looking forward to watching some dump truck projects!
*Keep on tractoring!*
Thanks Jon!
Looks like a good old machine. They don’t make them like that anymore. I can’t believe how rust free the frame is. Good find.
Yeah, I was surprised at how well it has held up.
Great buy! Looks & runs good.
I’ve always had a soft spot in my heart for “The General”. Looks pretty good for the age and the bed is great looking for being up north. I’ve had my CDL for 15 years now and even though I make a living doing woodwork I always keep it up. You never know when it’ll come in handy. The last 3 years we’re driving a tri-axle dump. The last year with a new Frieghtliner automatic transmission. That thing was a monster. Had the get up and go of a diesel pickup truck. But I did miss shifting gears, the “clutch cramp” in traffic I did not miss. And can’t wait to see what you do with this Neil!
Same here. That CDL is the best defense against ever being out of work. You can always find a truck to drive and not ever miss a week of wages if you're determined enough.
My friends have a Sterling with the automatic and that thing is a MONSTER as well! If I could have my pick of dump trucks that is what I would choose - it is probably like the Freightliner you described.
Thanks for watching Matt!
Also that’s an NTC-400 big cam 3 Cummins, arguably the BEST all around mechanical engine Cummins built. You got a good one. Also the backwards 8 is one of my favorite transmissions.
Very nice. I’ve driven a GMC General before. Not bad.
What a great truck! Shoot, depending on the price, us it for your project and then sell it. One thing for sure, it’ll move a tremendous amount of dirt. To be honest, I’m jealous, great truck
Congratulations on the purchase. To answer your question, yes that is a great engine. I was a Cummins mechanic for 3 years before I went to work with the fire department. The old 855's were strong and reliable and the Big Cam 3's like yours were my favorite. I've seen some of them with 600k miles before a rebuild. They are simple, easy to work on, and easy to bump the horse power on if you want to. That engine being a 400 hp should be putting about 320 hp to the ground according to Cummins specs. If you have any questions, feel free to hit me up. Can't wait to see it in action. Stay safe my friend.
Thanks so much BD! I'm glad to have the vote of confidence from someone with that kind of experience. I think it will serve my purposes wonderfully and still make someone else a nice truck after I'm done with it. I'm looking forward to putting the 'ole boy to work.
That truck is sweet, I'd love to have a old school like that.A little TLC and they'll run forever and the best part is NO DEF 😎👍.
When I first saw this old classic General, my initial thought was it had to have an old two stroke Detroit Diesel like an 8V92. Looks like it'll handle what you'll throw at it with no issues at all. Trailer looks in decent shape by the quick look, even though the wheels could use a touch up. Like the paint the way it is for sure.
It did have a Detroit originally I believe. I think the paint will stay for now!
Thank you for buying her. The GMC General should have a Detroit Diesel, just my Humble opinion only. On the start up putting in gear, just wait for a few on the gears to engage. I drove a Ford L-9000 with that transmission, they take a few seconds for clutch brake to kick in. What is the Load Wt. On those short high sided box's. We don't have those in my area. Everyone runs pup trailer. Very nice start up, and if AIR built that fast compressor is in great shape.
You can wait all day on this one and it still grinds going into gear. I think it needs a clutch brake adjustment. The rule of thumb for us around here in Indiana is that a tri-axle can haul 40,000 payload legally. If you order a tri-axle load of stone you get 20 ton. A quad load is 22-23 ton. A semi end-dump is 25 ton. We don't have anyone running pups around here but I've seen them in my travels. They are cool! Our area is dominated by tri-axles and quads. Thanks for watching!
Wow wasn’t expecting this.. nice 😎
Drove for Pike Industries back in the 80's in New Hampshire and most all the trucks had that 8 speed which we called it a horseshoe 8
Big cam very dependable hope it does well on the farm nice
Nice old workhorse right there, & classic good looks to boot! :-)
congrats on the truck.the engine sounds great.
Gidday from New Zealand Neil. Love the truck, can’t imagine what you need it for, but I’m sure we’ll all enjoy it. You’ve got me looking sideways at dump trucks, excavators etc, for sure. Just purchased a 12 acre block, I’m sure I need “something”!
With 12 acres you definitely need "something"! :)
@@digdrivediy Already have a wee Kubota BX tractor with FEL, my wife is reeeaaally hoping it’s enough.
Congrats Neil. This bring back memories lol. My first Tri axle was a 1985 general with a 13 speed and a Detroit . Your Cummins is a better engine or lets say preferred and your 8 speed will be geared better for the dirt. It should have a button on the bottom of the stick to drop it in bull low. I remember the windows in my truck giving me problems too lol. In its day that was a nice truck. P.S. I drive a Pete Now lol. Enjoy buddy wish you luck.
That's awesome. Maybe one day I'll graduate to a Pete! Thanks so much for watching!
congrats on the new truck. I haven't seen one that color in a long time.
Excellent purchase!!!
Thanks Kenneth!
Cool old truck Neil. I drove a General Semi for 2 years in the 80’s. Loved that truck and had a 9 speed Fuller in it. Can’t remember what motor it had. Good bones should be a good old truck for what your gonna use it for. 👍✊
Thanks Bob!
New sub . Looking forward to the next week. Thankyou sir .
Thanks so much Robert!
Cool truck. Love to see dump trucks , and you’re
opinions on it. Maybe go to equipment auction and narrate/ voiceover what you think of items.
That’d be interesting. 👍🙂
Nice looking truck Neil! I would love a dump truck, I have no practical need and would need a CDL first, but it would be fun to have!
You're right, it is fun! :) Thanks Brian.
all sorts of fun with that beast
Great truck those 400 big cam cummins are tough and have plenty of power and that trans is a 8ll
Super cool truck. I think you will get allot more done now that you have a GM in the lineup!
Ha!
Great love your videos thank you
Great truck Big Cam 400 Cummings is a great powerful engine. You got a super deal
Nice of you to buy the trailer so He wouldn't have to unhook it lol Point of information, "Chicken lights" are extra lights added to the Truck, but your Cab lights worked fine Great video cool truck look forward to seeing it work!!
I like that clarification on the chicken lights, er, I mean cab lights! Good distinction there for sure. Thanks Doug!
Nice purchase as it looks as if the previous Owner took relatively good mechanical care of it!
Trailer actually may be a bonus to your fleet for a Mini Excavator and other equipment depending on the Job Site.
🎇 HAPPY 4th of JULY! 🎆
Yeah that trailer is a nice little bonus. I may have to sell it however to finance improvements on the truck!
I recently found myself changing jobs just like a lot of people and I landed a job driving a tri-axle dump off road on a construction site. I have been around single axle trucks my whole life due to growing up on the farm and my Dad working for the local county road maintenance department. The first time I drove the big trucks it didn't take long for me to come up with the perfect name to match the turning radius. The Queen Marie.
Haha! I hear ya on that one Big Chucky!
What a cool truck. I would lie if I said I wasnt yeallous of your machinery inventory 😎
i drove a General for about 2 years. ive driven many different trucks and i hated that rough riding noisy slow rattle trap more than all the others. good luck and have fun.
Haha! Yeah, I can see that. I'm hoping to get the job done and probably send it on down the road.
That will carry a load and then some. Can't wait to see the "project". 🚜🇺🇸🇨🇦 Happy July 4th!
Neil… that’s not a project… it’s a tool for a project! There is nothing wrong with having a seldom used piece of equipment that doesn’t look showroom perfect. Just get it safe, compliant and reliable and it will be a good tool. I must say… it does look like it can easily become one of those!
I never got my CDL… I have a chauffeurs permit and was intending to upgrade it at one point. But, I got a promotion and hired guys to do the driving instead. I wish I had gotten it.
My guess about special projects is that you are putting in a firewood processing shed near the round pad that you already have. Being able to shelter your equipment, escape the elements to split wood and keep your fuel dry would appeal to me!
I am happy for you… I hope it continues to be a ‘value add’ for your arsenal of equipment!
That's a good guess. I've wanted something exactly like that near the round pads. My special project may be considered more for cooling than heating however! Stay tuned and thanks as always my friend!
Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching!
he’s worried about the engine and it says Cummins on it LOL
Beautiful truck man..I drove one identical except mine had Detroit power.same tranny though..I still use it daily..it runs when nothing else does..that frame looks great considering ur where it snows..we don't have that issue in south Georgia lol.. whatever u do plz never get under bed with it raised unless safety bar is engaged..take care and congratulations
Good evening Neil
Great find and purchase, IMHO! Starts, runs, stops, dumps, all lights, no major leaks... what more could you ask for a truck that's been sitting all these years? Plus you know the history!
Looks like more great videos!
Thanks Randy!
My guess is you had a pretty good idea what you were buying before you pulled the plug on this truck. Looks like it is going to work out for you. Nothing more fun than a new piece of equipment!
Yes, I did have a good background on it but it hasn't hauled anything in the bed for a good 7-8 years to the owners knowledge. I knew it was good when it was parked just didn't know what can be hiding as a result of sitting. I think it will do the job just fine though. (hopefully)
Dear Mr. Koch.
👍👌👏 The engine sounds pretty strong, good and healthy. So it seems to be that this truck was a great purchase! Congrats. It's a pretty big, heavy beast for a farm truck. I hope that we will see a lot more from it on this channel. Additionally I hope, that you will fix the right front fender and add the missing black piece. This rig deserves to look good. 😁 ;-) I'm eagerly looking forward to watch the next part.
Best regards luck and health to all of you.
Thank you kindly. I just got it back from the shop so hope to use it soon
@@digdrivediy
You're welcome, it's my pleasure.
Thanks for replying and especially for another heart. As you know, I totally appreciate both very much. By the way, here are some for you and your family: 💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚💚 If not enough, I will gladly send more. Of course green ones because I simply love nearly everything that is green.
2) Hope it was not a big bill!? Good luck with that beast of a truck.
Sincerely yours.
Great buy on a good working truck. I'd say you got a pond to dig and going to need a haul truck to get the fill out of the bowl.
That's a good guess. Stay tuned!!
Good engine good transmission. That’s an 8LL deep reduction ,I call it a crazy 8 cause of how 3-4 and 7-8 is lol. The old cummins like low revs for shifting for sure
Best of luck with the "General"!
That is going to make a real nice truck
Cool old dump...👍🏼
Hello🙋♂️ from the Netherlands🇳🇱 Koch Family.
nice project truck Neil and thanks for the video .
Sincerely Hollandduck
That's a normal shift pattern. 400 big cam cummins is a great motor. The jake brake was designed for the long stroke cummins. that tranny is plenty of gears for you. Great buy!
It's fun to drive.
Neil, the Cummins big cam 400 was super common back then and parts should be available anywhere if you need them. That trans is an 8LL or 8 speed double under drive also very common in old school dumps.
Sam is correct on the engine trans combo, very durable and matched for dump truck, that double low allows you to creep in soft/steep ground and not stress the driveline, as for the shift pattern it allows for a higher top end speed, alot of road Ranger Trans could be turned around for a higher top speed, some people called them overdrive's when they were turned around
Nice! I'm glad for that!
Thanks for the info👍🏻
Fun to drive!
I agree with one of your viewers. It will meet the need. Remember, Tires, Brakes, Hydralic fluid, belts, lights are for safety. I would test the bed to make sure you can lift it before you load it. A little here, a little there. It should do the job.
*You have a lot of energy taking that project on. Best of luck* #WorldsOkayestFarmer
Hopefully it won't take much to get it to the point where it can get the job done and then I'll send it on it's way :)
What a great purchase neil! You will get tons of use out of that thing! My peterbilt has the same engine and trans. The big cam 4 was a great motor and parts are readily available! The U-trans (what we call them) or 8sp granny low is wonderful if your in soft ground and keeps you from busting U joint or shattering a drive yoke! Not that I know from experience or anything! However that truck looks really solid and your gonna gain friends real quick once the word gets out that you have a dump truck more so then you already do! Oh I also seen the mechanical pump! You can tweak that screw a bit and gain some extra ponies!
As far as your project, I'm going to guess your going to build the girls a swimming pool! But you did mention you were going to start this late summer early fall? 🙄 hmm.... now I'm second guessing myself!
Great video as always. God bless
Thanks so much! I hope the girls will enjoy this "project" for sure. :)
I was looking at one of those to get started in dirt/ demolition work. With some elbow equity it should be able to get through a season
Just got in for irrigating. Awesome truck. I’m jealous. I would guess a pond build.
Hey thanks Marcus. Stay tuned 👍
Great engine, that truck is in very good shape
Yeah, I have seen so much worse. I was pleasantly surprised by how almost everything still works well.
Man love the truck
Nice truck. Hard telling what your project will be but we will tune in to find out. A 400 big cam will have enough power to do whatever you need.
Thanks Lucas 👍🏻
400 big cam is a awesome engine 8 LL trans you did good
The Big Cam Cummins was one of the best truck engines ever made.
Had an 85 General with an aluminum box. 350 Cummins with 8LL with Lo lo. Great nice driving truck. Too big for my operation, put it out hourly with a driver. Lost driver and sold truck.