Buying A Schneider Glider

Dok2304 · Sep 3, 2017

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I run a glider with a series 60, as far as inexpensive and reliable you can't beat it. Mileage is decent, and by decent for me I pull an RGN, so 3.9 to mid 5's keeping in mind I run around 100-110000 gross most every load. The glider is a very smart way to go and just about any diesel shop in the country will work on it for you if your not a backyard mechanic. I run full synthetic engine oil and just had a shop run the overhead for me since mine is still under warranty- Inoticed a night and day difference in the way it runs. So if you want to check things out, first and foremost, maintenance records. If you can get ahold of them do so. Look at the engine label, it will say somewhere on the valve cover label, and mine as an example 6067BK60. So I've been told the BK prefix is the premium build. If you find a rig with that generation of motor you couldn't go wrong. I personally would also look for atleast a 13 spd. Pop the hood, check out the quality of the install, routing of hoses ect. I've had to move a couple that we're going to rub on something and repair another that I didn't catch that did rub through. Not a hard fix, just something else to do. Detroits will leak. Period. But look around and make sure it's not something obvious that could be tightened up or a gasket replaced...and you know the usual, pull the dipstick. Check the coolant. Look at the belts. Look for leaks around the turbo and exhaust manifold. That should get you started, take a look at some of the new gliders too, I'm not sure your financial situation but I bought mine brand new, only required 6k down... And I have a full 3 year 300000 mile warranty. Good luck driver.

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I have a Schneider glider. I changed the oil, and the oil became black the second I start the engine. I mean really black, like it was before I change it. Any opinions? Thx.

Animosus · Sep 3, 2017

Dok2304 said: ↑

I have a Schneider glider. I changed the oil, and the oil became black the second I start the engine. I mean really black, like it was before I change it. Any opinions? Thx.
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That's how diesel oil works.

benjamin260_6 · Sep 3, 2017

Dok2304 said: ↑

I have a Schneider glider. I changed the oil, and the oil became black the second I start the engine. I mean really black, like it was before I change it. Any opinions? Thx.
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That's just one more thing Detroits are known for. Don't worry though, the color has nothing to do with the condition of the oil...unless it comes out plaid in which case you have serious issues.

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