Engine type for new truck purchase? DD13, DD15, or DD16??

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  1. Jonesjames242

    Jonesjames242 Bobtail Member

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    On a automatic??
     
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  3. mhyn

    mhyn Road Train Member

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    yes. DT12 transmission will make you pay expensive bills after 600k miles.
     
  4. tarmadilo

    tarmadilo Road Train Member

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    Yep, though the company only runs east of the Rockies.
     
  5. mhyn

    mhyn Road Train Member

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    I would not drive cng powered anything. I have kids and I love my life ))))
     
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  6. chimbotano

    chimbotano Heavy Load Member

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    That is not true !
     
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  7. tarmadilo

    tarmadilo Road Train Member

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    I’m pretty sure that I’m in a lot more danger from bad drivers than I am from my truck exploding.
     
  8. Intothesunset

    Intothesunset Road Train Member

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    For the OP if your getting new can't you get a cascadia glider from Harrison freightliner? And why not consider a Pete 579, or 389, with mx13 or X15?
     
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  9. mhyn

    mhyn Road Train Member

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    do you have one ?
     
  10. chimbotano

    chimbotano Heavy Load Member

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    Yes , sir! I do . Mine is 2015 cascadia evolution automatic with 784, miles and I bought it when it 430, so far I have not problems at all. Minor things such as hoses , brakes , tires and regular maintenance.
     
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  11. mhyn

    mhyn Road Train Member

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    784k miles ..hmm .. the clutch has been changed on that truck under warranty and maybe some other things are done too under warranty. 500-600k is lifespan of that clutch and its super expensive to replace..
     
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