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Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by ballcoach, May 1, 2013.

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  1. May 1, 2013 #1
    ballcoach

    ballcoach Bobtail Member

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    Hey guys I need a little advice about how this truck is set up. It will be used for hauling wood chips and logs in Alabama. The truck is paid by the weight so all loads would be heavy. I was told that every load would be 30 tons which is about 60,000 lbs. I know the truck will take a beating in the woods. Some of the roads are very muddy and rough, and some of the loads will be load from a paved road. The average length of the haul is about 25 miles. Here it is a

    2000 Daycab Frieightliner FLD 12064 SD

    12.7 Detroit Engine 500 HP

    10 Spd Trans Engine Brake

    Air Ride Suspension 3.90 Ratio

    11 R22.5 Tires 220 Wheel base

    Tandem Axle

    12,000 lb Front Axle Weight

    40,000 lb Rear Axle Weight


    I guess my question is can this truck do the job?
     
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  3. May 1, 2013 #2
    Clasix1055

    Clasix1055 Even when I'm wrong I'm right

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    Your basically talking about 100,000 plus gross weight on off road conditions with a road speced truck

    The answer to your question is ......

    NO
     
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  4. May 1, 2013 #3
    rogueunh

    rogueunh Road Train Member

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    You may want an 18 spd.
     
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  5. May 1, 2013 #4
    Ivory

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    My concern would be the 10 speed, front axle weight, miles, and what it did in its previous life. The 500 Detroit and 390 rears will certainly take the abuse!
     
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  7. May 1, 2013 #5
    MNdriver

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    off-road stuff?

    I'd want a T800 or W9 or similar spec with a 14K front and 44K rears. Double check the thickness of the frame too. Wide flotation steers

    You want a truck built for abuse. Not a road truck. The 10 speed wouldn't be tops on my list either.
     
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  8. May 1, 2013 #6
    ballcoach

    ballcoach Bobtail Member

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    Thanks guys lots of helpful information!!
     
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  9. May 1, 2013 #7
    losttrucker

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    Its done all day every day here in NC and VA with Freightliner daycabs, even see some volvo's...........
     
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  10. May 1, 2013 #8
    Cat sdp

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    The big question is will it get state permits for that weight ? If it will your ok...... The frame, axles and trannie could be heavier. But it's a start. Get a good tow hook or two mounted first thing. You'll be glad you did......
     
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  11. May 1, 2013 #9
    MNdriver

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    I'd suggest this for the front of the truck...


    And I have been on BOTH sides of the Saf-T-Pul. slickest, safest and easiest thing I have seen.

    http://www.safe-t-pull.net/
     
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  12. May 1, 2013 #10
    Calspring

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    Freightliners aren't known for their off road work. You definitely want an 18 speed and heavier suspension. The other thing to look at is no matter what brand you haul it will take a beating so it will see more shop time. Who is closest to you. A kenworth is the traditional choice of a lot of people but it wont help if they don't have a shop near you.
    I would look at the T800 or a Western Star 4900. They are both very popular for logging and oilfield in Canada.

    Keep a high balance in your repair fund as you may come across a few big hits from time to time. The chip hauling wont be bad but the logs will be worse.
     
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