Truckers, lets see your rigs!

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Originally Posted by Highwayman

That’s what I was going to ask. Who does that stereo keep awake?

Originally Posted by sootie

It is the truck.... Just doesn't mention his name anywhere-only the owner

Originally Posted by Rig Wrench

Sorry. Thought it was the truck you always put up. my bad

Correct, that’s the truck I drive and the interior shot they used is even my picture from earlier this year lol. The outside shots were shot by Rob at 2016 guilty by association truck show.
When they shot the truck last year the interior wasn’t finished like it is as pictured, it has smaller stacks on it, different bumper, one piece windows.

Like they stated, I’m just not mentioned. Truck never worked enough to even mention before I got back in it. It either sat in the barn or was getting worked on.


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[Rig Wrench]

Originally Posted by BRE

Correct, that’s the truck I drive and the interior shot they used is even my picture from earlier this year lol. The outside shots were shot by Rob at 2016 guilty by association truck show.
When they shot the truck last year the interior wasn’t finished like it is as pictured, it has smaller stacks on it, different bumper, one piece windows.

Like they stated, I’m just not mentioned. Truck never worked enough to even mention before I got back in it. It either sat in the barn or was getting worked on.


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Article says 650hp. Must be where all your bsfcs keep goin. Lol

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Originally Posted by Rig Wrench

Article says 650hp. Must be where all your bsfcs keep goin. Lol

Not sure where that number came from. Assuming the tune he was told he had.

It’s got a “600” file in it now. Probably gonna have to dial the fuel back a little on the bottom side. It’ll smoke pretty good unless you’re real smooth back into the throttle.
It runs a little better and, as long as you don’t go below 1400ish, it’s a touch more manageable on the egts but will still get plenty warm.


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[allan5oh]

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[Highwayman]

I’m diese guy, but above all a technology geek. I like seeing innovation, but I think what needs focus right now is not full electric. Diesel/electric seems to work well for rail, why not OTR stuff? It would be less of a leap, until battery/solar junk is improved even more than it has been.

Maybe they’ll even make electric trucks that rattle and stink in the future!
Or Hydrogen power that rolls actual clouds instead of smoke

[Yooper75]

Originally Posted by allan5oh

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I just threw up in my mouth........

[allan5oh]

Looks like a kenworth t2000 mated with a bull terrier. With apologies to bull terriers.

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[malibu795]

Originally Posted by Highwayman

I’m diese guy, but above all a technology geek. I like seeing innovation, but I think what needs focus right now is not full electric. Diesel/electric seems to work well for rail, why not OTR stuff? It would be less of a leap, until battery/solar junk is improved even more than it has been.

Maybe they’ll even make electric trucks that rattle and stink in the future!
Or Hydrogen power that rolls actual clouds instead of smoke

Rail doesnt really have weight restrictions..

Avg OTR semi weighs 30-35k empty, some dip into mid 20k range empty... run ~1500 miles on 300 gallon fill-up

Maybe some P&D/shuttle trucks that run local that are never really full weight wise could do it.. still need 500 mile range on a tank

[allan5oh]

Originally Posted by malibu795

Rail doesnt really have weight restrictions..

Avg OTR semi weighs 30-35k empty, some dip into mid 20k range empty... run ~1500 miles on 300 gallon fill-up

Maybe some P&D/shuttle trucks that run local that are never really full weight wise could do it.. still need 500 mile range on a charge

I don't think they're there yet. But the cost per KWHR and weight per KWHR for the batteries is going down every year. But I do agree just not very feasible right now, only short operations in warmer climates.

[allan5oh]

Looking at the Tesla teaser pic, the picture I posted is definitely not the Tesla truck. More likely a movie prop.

[malibu795]

Wasn't until recently LP/CNG trucks able to get 4-500 mile range or better out of them.. filling stations definetly helped..
Usually those where reserved for dedicated city equipment.. buses have gone diesel electric in areas..
Dayton/Columbus/Cincinnati ohio have dedicated electric buses but they are attached to a suspended cable for power along with various clean energy version and straight diesel power to back everything up

[allan5oh]

Nat gas has waned because the price of diesel has dropped.

[Yooper75]

Originally Posted by allan5oh

Looks like a kenworth t2000 mated with a bull terrier. With apologies to bull terriers.

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It looks like a freaking Cylon!

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I’m starting to think the mileage is the driver... phuck this thing, and trucks, and the government, and trucking.


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[allan5oh]

Originally Posted by BRE

I’m starting to think the mileage is the driver... phuck this thing, and trucks, and the government, and trucking.


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Idle time and road speed are the biggest factors there.

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Originally Posted by allan5oh

Idle time and road speed are the biggest factors there.

Essentially no idle time in the winter.
I keep it usually max of 70mph.
18 speed, 3:55’s, Lp 24’s


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[Rig Wrench]

Originally Posted by BRE

I’m starting to think the mileage is the driver... phuck this thing, and trucks, and the government, and trucking.


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You ain't kiddin. My next truck will be a tow truck. Try rockin back half a gear. Higher rpm and less throttle. That worked with my isx, mileage went up a lot when heavy. I had lower gears though. It liked 17th at 60ish mph when heavy. It hated lugging. Keeps temps down too

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Man idk if I can. That’s 1650 at 70 in 17th.


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[allan5oh]

17th isn't efficient. It goes in this order:

16th (direct) most efficient, both boxes direct <--- 11th on a 13
17th least efficient, both boxes turning <--- 12th on a 13
18th in between, front box turning rear box direct <--- 13th on a 13

This is with a 13/18 with two overdrive gears.

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Either way, I’m not dropping to 16th lol


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