2007 C15 Caterpillar

Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by GoneAgain, Jun 9, 2021.

  1. GoneAgain

    GoneAgain Bobtail Member

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    I'm driving a 2007 Peterbilt 387. It has a twin turbo Accert motor. What can I do to get a better response when I mash the accelerator. It runs fine in 13, but luges on any size grade. I'm pulling general commodities, so the weight varies. I just need a faster response when I hit the accelerator.
     
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  3. HillbillyDeluxeTruck

    HillbillyDeluxeTruck Road Train Member

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    I'll assume you have no idea what the hp/tq the engine is rated at.
     
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  4. ncdriver1

    ncdriver1 Road Train Member

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    Those engines really need a proper tune to wake up, the stock file is lethargic at best. Just make sure everything is running properly, no air leaks in the fuel lines, proper fuel pressure, injectors clean, and actuators working. Sometimes an actuator can die and not throw a code but still put you down on power. Turbo boost on that engine should be around 50 psi stock.
     
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  5. MM71

    MM71 Heavy Load Member

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    facebook ... cat engine masters 3
     
  6. diamondd817

    diamondd817 Light Load Member

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    The only good engine CAT ever made was the 3406.
     
  7. Brettj3876

    Brettj3876 Road Train Member

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    Schlumberger had a few C-13 rated at 430 that wouldn't get out of their own way and drank fuel. With a decent tune im sure it will put a smile on your face then.
     
  8. Dave1837

    Dave1837 Road Train Member

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    Every C15 I've driven (475, 550 & 625) have all ran the exact same and have all been slow to respond when splitting from 18 to 17. There was hardly any throttle response. I'm sorry I don't have advice to give you other than you're definitely not alone with this experience
     
  9. mudflap77

    mudflap77 Heavy Load Member

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    I had a c13 that would challenge this statement.
     
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  10. mudflap77

    mudflap77 Heavy Load Member

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    A lot of missing info.
    Is this truck new to you or has performance gone down over time?
    What is your boost running at at full pull.
    How many miles?
    Have you checked out intake and exhaust for leaks?
    Have fuel lines been changed? Are they old and possibly collapsing internally?
    Has the overhead been run recently?
     
  11. gerardo1961

    gerardo1961 Road Train Member

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    my c 13 2007 1566781 miles and no rebuild mpg 6.6 i have a Haneytuning 500 HP
     
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