Hi everyone, my name is ravinder I’m from British Columbia,canada. I recently bought a peterbilt 579 with x15 500hp 1850 torque, 3.25 gear ratio,235 wheel base, meritor 2014x4dcrnn742 differentials,12 speed eaton endurant hd amt tranny, i used to do jet fuel for trimac as a company driver nd really liked it but then I decided to grow and wanted to be an owner op, as I’m new in heavy haul(tanker) industry I didn’t had that much knowledge about choosing the specs,so I got a good deal with my truck nd bought it, but unfortunately trimac said no to me cus it’s not heavy spec, now I have another opportunity from some company to do a local run for fuel superb’s but the problem is there’s 3 steep hills to climb on my way back from the refinery..nd I’m really confused if my truck with above mentioned specs can haul it? Or do i need to get the gear ratio and diffs changed?? If yes can someone please let me know what can be possible with my current setup? Hoping to hear back soon from you guys, and sorry if this is a dumb question any little help would be appreciated.
Need help regarding gear ratio
Discussion in 'Tanker, Bulk and Dump Trucking Forum' started by Ravind3r, Jul 15, 2023.
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Typically when someone says "heavy spec" they're refering to axle/suspension capacity and frame size.
I wouldn't think the powertrain specs are the issue. Maybe they want a heavier steer axle rating?Coffey, Ravind3r, Magoo1968 and 1 other person Thank this. -
Rear axle ratio really has minimal effect on the ability to pull a hill. Its more or less to help heavier loads get moving from a dead stop with less stress on the powertrain.
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Max RPM's are 1350? Or did i misunderstand.
Maybe 1350 in high gear? -
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