Are the newer trucks really that bad, no longevity anymore?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by ad356, Dec 31, 2018.

  1. SteveScott

    SteveScott Road Train Member

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    Ouch, that sucks. My T680 was driven from the factory to the dealership, so it had a little under 2,000 on it when I took delivery. I guess that was enough time to shake out any bugs that might have popped up. My only complaint is that the stereo system resets about once a day for no reason. Other than that, no issues so far. It just rolled over 9,000 miles today.
     
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  3. poppapump1332

    poppapump1332 Road Train Member

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    I thought the same thing until I looked at the speed pulling hills.The newer motors don’t have the throttle response that the old ones have.The isx 565 was a beast pulling problem was the emissions crap.Give me an old motor anyday cat,cummins or detriot!
     
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  4. SteveScott

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    Let me guess, you live in a state that doesn't get freezing rain?
     
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  5. SteveScott

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    Gotta love it when a noob shows up and starts mouthing off to established members.
     
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  6. Omega1

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    Really dude...you wanna see my hotel bill...receipts...wanna know which dealer the truck is sitting at? I don't like being called a liar. So take a hike.
     
  7. Omega1

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    I have the same issue with the stereo reset thing. Can't figure that out either.
     
  8. Scooter Jones

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    Ouch, man. That's rough. Hope they get it figured out soon.
     
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  9. ad356

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    if the T680 shares stereos with the T880, i like the stereo especially blue tooth capability. listen to whatever music i have on my phone and control it from the steering wheel.
     
  10. Omega1

    Omega1 Heavy Load Member

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    I like the radio too...but is shuts down/resets about once a day as was mentioned by another driver. But hey, that's the least of my problems right now.
     
  11. SteveScott

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    I also have an issue with the mic they use for the phone bluetooth built into the stereo system. It's mounted on the windshield and everybody says I sound like I'm talking in a barrel. Time for a regular bluetooth headset I guess. So much for KW high tech gadgets.
     
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