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Well, I did it.........

Discussion in 'Peterbilt Forum' started by WREN, Jul 31, 2019.

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  1. Jul 31, 2019 #1
    WREN

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    I went and bought me a project. It is a 2000 Pete 379 with a 3406E and 18 speed with 3.55 rears. Gonna need some work but Im gonna build it how I want it. Definitely removing the motor in favor of a 6nz and possibly swapping in 3.90 gears. Thinking of stripping it to the frame and blasting and powder coating and then repainting the truck. Gonna lay wood floor and I dont know what else..... Its going to be a work in progress. The pics arent great, I will get better ones once I get it home. Also has the American Class interior.
     

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  3. Jul 31, 2019 #2
    Rubber duck kw

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    What are you gonna do with the E? Hope you got that thing cheap, looks like it needs a lot of work.
     
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  4. Jul 31, 2019 #3
    WREN

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    Probably use it as a core since its rebuild-able. I got it for $5500
     
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  5. Jul 31, 2019 #4
    OldeSkool

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    Be lots of work but nice when it's done. Personally I'd keep the 3406E but I'm not a big Cat guy so don't take my word.
     
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  7. Jul 31, 2019 #5
    swaan

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    That E is probably a 2ws and if that's the case no Elogs and would make that truck more desirable. Besides that 2ws is just as good if not "debatable" better then a 6nz
     
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  8. Jul 31, 2019 #6
    WREN

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    I am assuming it is a 2ws, and that isnt set in stone yet but I have had both and the 6nz imo was a better motor with significantly less oil leaks lol...
     
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  9. Jul 31, 2019 #7
    Rubber duck kw

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    There's fewer pieces to a 6nz isn't there? If you were closer to where I live I'd be interested in the motor.
     
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  10. Jul 31, 2019 #8
    WREN

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    Not really, just machined a little better, better gaskets and the 6NZ has straight teeth vs helical on gears
     
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  11. Aug 1, 2019 #9
    WREN

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    Well we got it moved to the shop
     

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  12. Aug 1, 2019 #10
    x1Heavy

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    That's not too bad. I think there are possibilites.

    Keep a eye between that sleeper and cab. Seal etc.
     
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