Okay, as I posted earlier I purchased a volvo 610 with a VED 12 engine to haul my RV 5th wheel. It is licensed in Oregon where I live (near Troutdale) as an RV, which means I can just get in and drive it. What I would like is someone who has experience with this truck to spend some time with me going over engine basics, checking brakes, maintenance etc. Anyone interested in making a few bucks would appreciate the help. My schedule is flexible, maybe we could meet in Troutdale.
Thanks
John
Help with truck orientation
Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by rider10099, Feb 27, 2011.
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Call a driving school near you and learn how to drive.
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Isn't the 610 still a class 8 tractor with a single drive axle?
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Iri is the Volvo VED 12 engine 465 hp
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That should pull a fifth wheel camper like it is not even back there.
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Bought a Volvo v12 465hp class 8 to tow my RV 5th wheel with he says.
Licenced as an RV so I can just get in and drive he says.
Need to learn engine, brakes and maintenance he says.
Need a couple hours of your time for a few bucks he says.
Unless you've left out a whole lot of your experience here, you're freakin' nuts I says.rambler, spuddatruckdriver, Bazerk Wizz Bang! and 1 other person Thank this. -
LOL you bought a tractor to haul your RV?! that must be one hell of an RV to need a f-n tractor. i'd like to see pictures
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Didn't he say the camper was 12000 pounds?
Nothing a diesel dually pick up could not handle just fine.
I used to have a Dodge Ram 3500 diesel with a chip in it,opened up the intake and exhaust.It would pull a 48 foot car hauler loaded near 20,000 pounds and gain speed going up hill.
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I would go to the shop I planned on having the service work done on it and ask for pointers on what to keep an eye on .
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I live in gresham, maybe we can set something up at the TA or Loves in troutdale.
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