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2012 Peterbilt 386 torque/hp

Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by KeepUp, Jul 21, 2017.

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  1. Jul 21, 2017 #1
    KeepUp

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    We own a 2012 386 475hp 18spd MX-13 with 3:36, what should the torque to horsepower ratio be in order to go fast and pull hills without dropping too many gears? How can I get 9mpg at 75 mph with 20k in the box? Thank you in advance for you advice.
     
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  3. Jul 21, 2017 #2
    Old Man

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    9 mpg is easy, always run downhill with the wind at your back.
     
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  4. Jul 21, 2017 #3
    Crude Truckin'

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    Has to be a troll. I'm making popcorn.
     
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    Crude Truckin'

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    Turdblo 3000
     
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  7. Jul 21, 2017 #5
    Crude Truckin'

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    Have a pickup help pull you down the road.
     
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  8. Jul 23, 2017 #6
    Bean Jr.

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  9. Jul 23, 2017 #7
    AModelCat

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    Posts like these just make me SMH. Its a freaking tractor trailer. If you want fuel economy go buy a Prius.
     
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  10. Jul 23, 2017 #8
    G13Tomcat

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    Ha.... didn't think of that; bet you are right~! ;)
     
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  11. Jul 23, 2017 #9
    G13Tomcat

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    Maybe the 9 was an upside down 6 ??? All I could come up with, smh.
     
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  12. Jul 23, 2017 #10
    G13Tomcat

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    I've got a F350 I can sell him, LoL~! ;)
     
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