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How long do we have to order a glider

Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by IH Branded, Sep 8, 2015.

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  1. Sep 8, 2015 #1
    IH Branded

    IH Branded Medium Load Member

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    And if we are used to a single turbo Cat 625 hp. Should we get a 14L Detroit or 12.7? I'm leaning 14. Cat has been excellent but I want some mpg. How much more for 18 speed vs. 13? Not real impressed with Fitzgerald; don't really answer your questions and if do very vague. Just want you to send $5000 and sign here Yada Yada. Couldn't I order chassis from local dealer and get kit from Kustom Truck? Really not quite ready (like to usually have 50% down) but could swing it as I think the lights are going to come on at the party really quick.
     
    IH Branded, Sep 8, 2015
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  3. Sep 8, 2015 #2
    Long FLD

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    Any dealer can order a glider. Peterbilt in Sioux Falls has been turning out some nice ones. If you want a Freightliner I've heard good things about Harrison in Iowa. They've been building some with Cats and N-14's lately.
     
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  4. Sep 8, 2015 #2
    Accidental Trucker

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    Right now, you have until 2021 before gliders need to be compliant. And, even then, you could do a frame-up restoration without having to go emissions engine.
     
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  5. Sep 8, 2015 #3
    IH Branded

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    I know that but they all say they can't compete at all with Fitzgerald and others - so the local dealer is slower and charges more or what ??
     
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  6. Sep 8, 2015 #4
    IH Branded

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    I thought it was in the news that they were not going to be able to pass legislation that would continue to exempt gliders from having to meet current EPA regulations on emmissions
     
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  8. Sep 8, 2015 #5
    Cottonmouth85

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    A dealer will always be more expensive than a dedicated builder, as they will charge their labor rate for everything they touch.

    Still think a monkey with a set of play-skool plastic tools could do a better job than fitz.

    +Kustom Truck
     
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  9. Sep 8, 2015 #6
    AModelCat

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    Sounds like there's going to be a market for rebuilding pre-emission trucks soon.
     
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    Cottonmouth85

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    There already is. I'd prefer that to a glider.
     
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  11. Sep 9, 2015 #8
    Long FLD

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    Fitzgerald has hundreds of trucks all spec'd and built the same, only different colors.
     
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  12. Sep 10, 2015 #9
    KenworthGuyNH

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    Jerry Hoover in Ohio builds a #### fine glider. Real craftsmanship and pride in what they turn out. Some local dealers do a GREAT job...........others.......ehh....depends entirely on the quality of mechanics they employ. Having said that; my local KW dealer (Green Mountain KW) has done some really nice ones.
     
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  13. Sep 10, 2015 #10
    IH Branded

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    Been watching his ads and website too; seems he dabble in farm equipment too and I farm too so maybe he could speak my language
     
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