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1998-2002 classic xl

Discussion in 'Flatbed Trucking Forum' started by jeep383s, Jul 7, 2012.

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  1. Jul 7, 2012 #11
    jeep383s

    jeep383s Light Load Member

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    I understand the quality will not quiet be a Pete or kw. But when parts are cheaper and easier to get its worth the trade off. After. Ring in this w9 I have learned that parts are not cheap and with the cat mpg is terriable. I was told that the classic was heavier than w9 but now it seems to be a little lighter or the same. I will get one with either Detroit or cummins and prefer the 13 speed. Looking at 2002 and older for the lack of egr. I am pretty sure I can get one for 12-20k depending on mileage and maintence history. Will also be getting a trailer for about the same price. Thanks for all input and of anyone has any. Ommenta suggestion or opinions please post
     
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  3. Jul 7, 2012 #12
    MJ1657

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    We have a 98 Classic flat top. I don't know the exact weight but its lighter then our 03 T600 and my 07 379.
     
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  4. Jul 7, 2012 #13
    Semi Crazy

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    Fontaine Renegade. The fancy SS rear end even adds an extra 100 lbs. they say.

    I carry a gas generator, 10 chains and binders, 2 4' drops and 3 coil bags, 12 4' beveled timbers and 4 8' timbers. That's all the heavy stuff. Oh, and 5 gallons of gasoline.
     
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  5. Jul 8, 2012 #14
    Les2

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    I'm 32,500 with my flattop FLD120 and a 45' Mac...LOL
     
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  7. Jul 8, 2012 #15
    snowwy

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    i'll take the mid roof over a flat top. more head room and sometimes i get a load that hits 14 feet.

    i also drive a 05 w9. it weighs roughly 32k.(48 x 102 trailer) 48 is what i haul 48.5 and i have to watch the fuel. specially at 49.

    i was driving a 96 t600 D60 engine before and it is 2k lighter. w9's are heavy becuase of the longer wheel base. we have 3 FL's and they all weight 3k less.

    the detroit engine is a weaker engine but gets better mileage then the cummins i have now in the w9 which has a little more power.

    i have 3 x 8ft drops. 12 chains and binders and 2 snow chains and some carpet and aluminum v boards on the trailer. the truck has a ladder, spare tire, sledge hammers and straps and other misc. stuff.
     
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  8. Jul 8, 2012 #16
    Clasix1055

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    I have an 02 XL 48x102 Utility combo trl, dual 120 tanks...full of fuel and equipment 30,120... And I get 7.0 to 7.5 mpg, and glad I didnt buy a flattop because I plan on buying a fast track system
     
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  9. Jul 8, 2012 #17
    jeep383s

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    Your set sounds like mine. Glad to see the weight difference. It seems to be 2k less than what I am now
     
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  10. Jul 11, 2012 #18
    kubotaorange76

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    2000 FL classic 120 54" Midroof, 500 detroit, 13 speed, all alum wheels. 94 fontaine all steel 48x102....timbers, 10 chains and binders, plenty of spare parts, tools, coil racks spare straps tarps bungees etc....two full 120 gallon tanks im right at 33000. Guy i bought trailer from was 34500 with 1987 KW w900 400 cummins 60" flattop

    Oh i average around 6.8-7.3
     
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