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What truck would an experianced driver prefer to drive?

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by Richter, Jun 23, 2014.

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  1. Jun 23, 2014 #11
    Hurst

    Hurst Registered Member

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    The 100 gal tanks on the KW might deter a few drivers. I had 120 gal tanks on my 386 and that was probably my only real gripe. I have 150 gal tanks now and knowing I can still run another 700 mi at 1/2 tank is always a comfort when off the beaten path or just trying to make the next state for cheaper fuel.

    The ultra shift would be a deal breaker for me.

    Hurst
     
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  3. Jun 23, 2014 #12
    Richter

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    100% true, i just dont want to buy the smaller t660 and find i can't keep the seat full because drivers dont like it. Id prefer to get the t660, but want to make sure my potential drivers would like that to.

    To clarify,

    Its used Melton vs used Maverick
     
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  4. Jun 23, 2014 #13
    bigdogpile

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    Yea I know,but I just gave an answer based off the title of your thread,not the subject matter...hehehe..
     
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  5. Jun 23, 2014 #14
    25(2)+2

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    From what I'm seeing of trucks waiting for help, and also dealers and services available, I would pick the Cascadia, although a 10 speed Ultra is not something I would want, it sounds like Maverick is one of the companies to me. I can stand in the midroof X-tra tall Cascadia that I drive. I'd rather have the full condo, but I get along fine without it.
     
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  7. Jun 23, 2014 #15
    HalpinUout

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    If I had a choice I would take the Freightliner..... I dont like the KW trucks that you cant stand up in the front... JUst my opinion,,,
     
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  8. Jun 23, 2014 #16
    Hurst

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    I agree with Mrbeast. I'm O/O now.. but as a company driver, pay and steady miles takes priority over anything else. I'd drive just about anything if the money was right.

    Hurst
     
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  9. Jun 23, 2014 #17
    skellr

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    I like 2010 and older for the space available for side boxes. For flatbed I'd probably go for the kw just because it is a mid roof.
     
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  10. Jun 23, 2014 #18
    Chinatown

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    Do they both have Tri-Pacs? Tell us about the APU's.

    Right now I would prefer the T-660.
     
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  11. Jun 23, 2014 #19
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    Even the trucks Maverick uses for the TC fleet are mid-roof, xtra-tall, not much difference at all in overall height until you stick a deflector on the roof. You can stand in the sleeper of either the FL or the KW.
     
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  12. Jun 23, 2014 #20
    Cranky Yankee

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    i personally dont like the 660 too narrow and hate the step down into the sleeper
    the cascadia has a better turning radius too

    at 6' 5" I have no issues in the midroof cascadia
     
    Cranky Yankee, Jun 23, 2014
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