What if it Snows?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Dave_in_AZ, Mar 19, 2018.

  1. Espressolane

    Espressolane Road Train Member

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    Most fuel fired heaters have a low voltage shut off.
    If it does get to that point, you should still have enough power to start the truck.
     
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  3. WesternPlains

    WesternPlains Road Train Member

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    Don't worry. Swift will decide to park there. Modify your truck/trailer in the process. :)
     
  4. D.Tibbitt

    D.Tibbitt Road Train Member

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    Good to know.. now that i think of it. I am running my fridge as well so it is pulling batteries as well. That is probably why its using more battery power than im used to seeing
     
  5. otterinthewater

    otterinthewater Road Train Member

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    I’ve heard about some trucks only having 3 not 4 batteries. That could be it.

    I read that on TTR so it’s gotta be true.
     
  6. D.Tibbitt

    D.Tibbitt Road Train Member

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    Could be . seems kenworth engineers have hid everything . it took me 2 weeks to find the cord to drain the air tanks . right under drivers door but u cant see it. Only can feel it if u stick ur hand in there.
     
  7. Espressolane

    Espressolane Road Train Member

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    Run fridge and heater at the same time, 10 hours in some cold temps. Not had a problem.
     
  8. skellr

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    Webasto won't. Ouch.

    Might be good to wire it from a fuse box so the truck "load shedding" can cut it off.
     
  9. HillbillyDeluxeTruck

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    Got my 15L Cat APU hummin along at 1000rpm.

    But I dont stay away from mega truck stops as much as possible. This place is dark, has an old blacktop parking lot that is half coveres in dirt, and there's no lines for a mega driver to take 15min line up with. #realtruckstopsforlife.
     
  10. x1Heavy

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    I think it's flat BS to be inside a Puzzle Palace of a Tractor.

    Come on now....
     
  11. Rocks

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    :biggrin_2554: I don't remember ever seeing over 5 feet of snow in Amarillo TX... :biggrin_25512:
    Well... but I am a relatively new driver.. compared to most guys here...
    And like I wrote here before.. I don't miss the snow... not at all... :biggrin_25512:
     
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