DD16 Western Star

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  1. Jan 5, 2024 #1
    JohnAyala999

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    So I’m in the market for a newer used truck and I have an opportunity to buy a Western Star for a what seems to be a good price but it’s a 560 hp DD16 with 3.08 gear ratio with DT12 transmission and I will primarily be doing general freight via 53’ Flatbed so will be 70-80k most of the time also I will be doing mostly Texas to Texas so mostly flat-ish highway but i feel this engine may be too powerful so I guess my question is 560hp DD16 too much how would this affect and do you guys have any other trucks/engines that you like for this kind of work I’m open to all opinions Thank you in advance
     
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  3. Jan 5, 2024 #2
    North Pole Nightmare

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    I would prefer the more horsepower,it will probably lower your mpg a little but you'll have the hp when you need it.
     
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    Blagoje

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    I agree, go big or go home. I thought bigger was better in Texas???
     
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    Knightcrawler

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    The only problem with a DD16 is you will likely be over the 12,000 steer and need special tires (at 12,500) and I think weight class/permits.
     
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  7. Jan 5, 2024 #5
    JohnAyala999

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    Oh wow I never thought of that. so glad you brought that up
     
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    AModelCat

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    The emission systems need heat to work properly. Power is good but making the engine pull hard through out the day is good for it.
     
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    Magoo1968

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    Dd16 is only 150 ish lbs heavier but needs a stouter driveline that where the additional weight comes from.. with 3.08 it should be in its torque band . PS do a ecm download to see problems and lifetime fuel economy.
     
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    JohnAyala999

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    Ha ha that definitely is a good thing to think about
     
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    JohnAyala999

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    Yes will do! Thank you
     
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    JohnAyala999

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    Yeah I’ve heard this before
     
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