Have I lost my mind here? I've looked at the ratios and it seems as though almost every thing in the ratios are very close except that the 18 has a lower and slower normal reverse at 12.85 where the 8LL is 9.85. I like the 8LLs reverse when backing a good ways to the spreader to dump asphalt.![]()
Over drive is nearly identical and 1st, 2nd 3rd and so on are all very close all through out.
The 18 just gives you the option to grab a half a gear higher literally from anywhere.
The 8LL is out now so it would be the perfect opportunity to switch If I'm going to. Is there any reason why I shouldn't? I need to let the man know quick as possible.
This is in a KW T800 Dump Truck with a Cat C-13
Swap 8LL for 18 Speed
Discussion in 'Kenworth Forum' started by Lowboy456, Jul 7, 2020.
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Really? Guess I'm on my own with this one?
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Being its a dump truck, would stick with the 8LL. But sure like a 18 also. Always hated the times in a tri-axle and had to back a mile down a narrow road to the paver.
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