Here's some advice: - Read the manual. Even those sections that you think you know everything about. You might be suprised how little you actually know. - If you have technical problems, call Scania technical support. It's a brand new truck, everything should work. If not, Scania techs will help. Seriously dude, if you want to showcase this truck in the US, you need to spend time to actually learn about it. For example, how many times people asked about the controls next to the bed? Such a simple thing yet I never heard you giving a confident answer. Even if you just watch a short "cab tour" video on youtube, you will know exactly what it is and how it works... When you were waiting for the truck to arrive, I expected you to do a bunch of resarch about it, but you are just as ignorant as before.... What are you going to do on a truck show? Telling people that "yeah it's hight tech, has a bunch of buttons"? Please.... don't be lazy, learn about the truck. Everything will be much easier for you, and the content will be much better for us.
@@julianholcroft9625 Yeah, I'm afraid the avarage US trucker just take a glance and say "this is overcomplicated... who wants to figure this out? My truck is simple, and it works." Unless someone gives a good explanation of the functions and controls, and shows that it's actually very simple and convinient if you know what you are doing. That someone should be Bruce...
@@VLevi89 It’s the same thing in the machining industry now one were I work wants to put in the time to fully understand the new equipment. I have heard “I didn’t know it could do that” is staggering and I only run one machine.
Dude.. chill. He just told you, the control next to the bed is lights, radio and air condition/heater and the top escape hatch for letting fresh air in. And to think about it what else did you think it was gonna be..
All the comments saying he needs to read the manual, you've just saved me 45 mins of my life. I've no time for watching people who are so amazed about the technology on these things, but can't actually be bothered to learn how to use it....
@@DBZYY69 Bruce definitely isn't doing himself any favors posting a rubbish video like this. All he does for 45 minutes is fumble around in the dark guessing and prodding and clearly never having read any manuals so he knows what he is doing. If he carries on like this Scania will ask for their truck back. Then on top of this he's got the arrogance of wanting to mod this truck to make it more American?
I worked with a lot of tractor dealers. The salesman would always hide a $100 bill in the owners manual. I think he said that only one had been found in close to 20yrs. There’s a book that came with your truck that I think would have all the answers 😂
Wewie! Bruce getting lit up by the comments, and with good reason. Us truckers in europe take great pride in our machines. So please do things correctly. And as everybody is saying, CALL SCANIA AND DO THE READING... OF THE MANUAL!!!
EU uses 12v for lightweight stuff so if you pick 12v option at dealer, without context they think its for occasionally pulling something light like generator or roadside crash barrier so the working plug is installed to the back. He seems really inept at anything mechanical or electrical.
No it's not . Scania fits one panel and has all the plugs but if you haven't clicked the option it won't be wired up to power. As Bruce said there is no power at the plug. The plug is there if a future owner wants it powered up which a dealer will do and would not take long as all the wires are there but not hooked up. There is nothing in the manual about hooking it up it would just say optional 12 v plug.
Here is the threads you are looking for. Normal airline is M16x1.5 mm metric so my best suggestion for adapting here is to use the standard twisted hoses that came with it. Also red is supply constant feed and yellow is service ( sends the break air signal to the trailer ) so get a connection with a check valve on it at the end of the air hoses so when you disconnect it should be on the feed side (truck side) and then the truck should not leak when its disconnected and not need a manual valve that you open. Search for CEJN connections is you best option for quick connect solutions and they have a US office. Your welcome / Truck mechanic in Sweden
Kind of hilarious how it seems like he just specced it out and had no clue what he was doing at all without asking questions to Scania themselves, like the airlines you’re talking about😂
Calls the guy before: 1) he Even tries to trouble shoot it, 2) Knowing he's gonna wake the guy up, 3) doesn't even say "Hi, sorry to bother you...", 4) and certainly doesn't go to all the bother to say "Thankyou for your help". Damn Yanks ! ☆
I think he was instantly turned off from the "friends" list. I mean Bruce. I would have. What a total jerk calling someone - at any time of the day - that way. Must be a true hillbilly with hayseeds in his pants.
@@einarbolstad8150No it's not, speaking as a finn. RTFM and troubleshooting himself doesn't have anything to do with language, and we say sorry to bother you and thanks here too
You ordered the truck with the Duomatic air connector which is a special connector. Then you go through all this trouble to adapt it back to the gladhands which are actually the standard EU connectors. It was simply wrongfully specced. The original gladhands come with valves and therefore don't leak either. Solve the issue by ordering some gladhands with valves like original spec.
As a German i am shooked to learn the US are running his Heavy Equipment still on 12V . It is like the VW Bug on 6V times. That is electronical thinking from the 50s. The Amperage must be ugly high on the Cables sometines.
As an american i was shocked when i saw how you germans live in cramped villages with small and tasteless desinged houses and when i saw how you guys build your gardens i thought i was in medivel times
@@bluecolourhustle so, a valid engineering concern and you feel the need to insult something that's entirely subjective to defend the "honor" of your nation? That's kinda pathetic.
There are a few things to point out here. 1.Read the manual to understand how to understand how your truck works and call scania support for getting information about your truck. 2.Get air hook ups with valves so you dont have to disconnect the extra quick connects to shut off the air supply, which are actually the standard in europe and the so called duomatic is a special hookup for making trailer air connections faster and safer. 3.The yellow is the trailer brake line, which you *always* connect first. The red one is the trailer main air supply which can be deadly when only connecting it alone. 4. You should reinstall the duomatic system. Just use a t-type or y-type splitter an have both kinds of connections. Its pretty common in europe, tho have a tuck that has a duomatic system to also have the normal air hookups
Also remember to empty out all air tanks and refill them with American air. They were filled with metric air molecules at the Swedish factory, and you need to refill them with standard air molecules to have the correct brake pressure on American standard based trailers. 😜
In the UK we would do a "tug test" when hooking into a trailer before connecting the lines. Once the fifth wheel is latched we would try and pull the trailer to ensure it's locked in properly. It's a basic driver safety check in the UK and Europe.
Most Americans due to a drug test even new young drivers are trained to do that can you pull forward and then release the air on the trailer after you feel it connected...
To turn on the 12V trailer plug on a Scania truck, locate the dedicated switch for the trailer power supply, typically found on the dashboard or control panel, and simply press it to activate the power to the trailer plug; this switch may be labeled as "Trailer Power" or have a similar designation depending on the specific Scania model.
Bruce! In EU we use 12 volt for powering back lift on trailer and then some trucks have also Nato connection 12v. In that case when its extra 12v installed we activate it from cab with a switch and I think it is the same on your Scania. Too activate power for 12 v it is most likelt switch labeled 12 v or its under AUX, AUX1, AUX2. Or can be connected too some other random switch inside cab. If u cant find it call too Scania and they will let you know how they connected it. I am sure they will help.
@@jacobcopeland1922 To make him feel stupid for ruining new truck without even trying to look up a solution. Just like he just had ordered the wrong air hoses from the factory and not had to get some fittings is appropriate.. He should also know that in Europe we do not use metrics for pipes and hoses as the threads are all IMPERIAL. i think in hydrauliks we use the british system and water systems are in inches and we have pipes in MM and inch sizes :D Like my home plumbing to radiators. 22mm copper pipe with 1/2 inch connectors :D Dude trying to make Scania looking dumb when in fact he is the dummie.
Wee tip Bruce, a lot of Scania drivers take the good wheel arch covers off and only put them on for show, they are so easy to scratch and damage when hooking up, another great tip is when you’re coming out from under a trailer pull out until you hear the 5th wheel release stop lower the rear suspension of the truck as much as possible then slowly pull out from under your trailer saves damages 👍that’s what we do over the pond 🏴👍
He will probably chop the roof off it. He doesn’t listen to anyone and the best bit about the Scania is the fact it’s not been Americanised! The technology Scania has used is to make the tractor better, like the streamlined sides but he would rather have every exposed which will make drag!
That is a pre trip light check. You walk around checking all the lights before you start your day. It’s better than just switching on lights and indicators.
You can hear the reverse beeper come on while it switches the revers lights on. It cycles through every bulb on the unit. We are not allowed to leave our yard if any bulb isn’t working. I work for a big haulier company in Scotland. I drive a MAN truck which is fine. . But sometimes I drive their new Scanias. It’s always a real pleasure to drive them. Smooth, quiet and very comfortable to sit in all day. Love your channel.
@@HackeryX There's a German guy who emigrated to Canada 10 years ago here on YT called "Mirco auf Achse", he drives a Peterbilt 579 (2018-ish model if I remember correctly) as Owner Operator for a Winnipeg haulage company, pulling mainly RGN and step deck trailers. In his videos you always can see that automatic pre trip light check function working.
Newer trucks within the last 2-3 years are having pre trip switches installed to go through all the light sequencing to do your pre trip. Most trucks about 4 years or older don’t have this feature. You know how us Americans like to be stuck in our ways! lol 😂
I saw a lot of comments about this, does that 12v plug work for lights? If its for auxiliary functions is it wired to connect lights as well? If not then it wont matter he will still have to rewire it.
@LNZT Indeed and they even knew it was going to AMERIKA so They surely told Bruce how he going to hook up a trailer but he did not listen. Dude even ordered the wrong air hoses and dunno how to connect them properly.
I am Amazed that for someone who hopes to be a Scannia rep has not read the manual cover to cover how on earth can you explain how things work to prospective buyers
Yeah, someone at Scania forgot to teach this guy the basics of the truck. You would think a sales rep would get all the learning material drilled in, but apparently not
That long moment of no words right after his question was finnish for "why the fuck are you calling me about something you can learn in the manual right before my sleep?"
I think you (Bruce) should really sit down a few hours and read the manual, so you know how everything is supposed to work and also show it to your American collegues the right way👌🏼😋
@@Td5Adventures No there are separate 24v and 12v outlets. Scania is a smart company. I'm sure there is a switch to enable the 12v outlet as it is not normally used in Europe.
@vihreelinja4743 Yeah that's what I was thinking, that it might not send power to both outlets at the same time. But if he read the manual he'd probably find out.
If it has a 12 v outlet it should work . Mabey the solution is in the manual or else email Scania. Always nice to see people fixing problems instead of talking about it
@@rkan2 They have 100 years in the business and running every other country except USA. I am sure they are very familiar with the most common voltage in the automotive. As evident by there being 12v outlet in the truck. I think if he read the manual he would know what button activates the 12v outlet already in the truck or if he called his support person in sweden at the factory.
You can call Scania Assistance at any time the downside is you get a bill of 1000$ for them to look at the truck on the side of the road. The usual outcome is. We cannot fix it on the side of the road tow it to the dealer and get in line for an appointment in 1 to 2 weeks. That’s at least how they operate in Sweden 😅
If there is no el in the contact on a new car, you need to find the switch rather then the screwdriver. Remember you got a picasso, you do not pick up a paintbrush to change it in any way. Take good care of it. It is a jewel.
As a swede who sees these trucks literally everywhere, everyday. Must be nice for all Americans seeing and falling in love with the Mighty Scania for the first time. It truly is the pride of Sweden in my opinion alongside companies like Koenigsegg and SAAB. Sweden being a country with around roughly 10m people. It really punches above its weight when it comes to manufacturing world class land and air vehicles. 🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪
Scania still is no where near VOLVO. Volvo are still in their own league of Trucks, then comes Scania, followed by the rest. Used to drive Scania daily but Once I got a taste of Volvo's new trucks, I didn't want to go back to Scania. Big step down in everything, also quality control on a Volvo is far superior than Scania. Also reliability is in another league.
If you're looking at being the U.S. Agent for Scania, It would be worth your while to talk with Scania about ensuring that air and electrical lines are compatible or fittings are provided so the connections can be made with U.S trailers with a minimum of fuss because this issue could be show stopper for a potential buyer. Other than that, loving these videos keep up the great work Bruce!
Yes, good advice. This is a 1 off demo truck for now. If Sania decide sometime in the future to go for the US market, all these details with airlines and electric will be taken care of and come as standard
It has been set up for the USA. Its why it has a 12V outlet. I bet somewhere in the box of suzies and fittings he laid out last week there are airlines that fit the dual outlet and have air couplings for US trailers. If not one phone call would have sourced what he needed from Scania.
Few months back i wrote here that this Scania in USA thing propably will attract some flack. I never thought it will come from allied positions,but here we are. These kind of homemade moves will backfire later as unforseen problems. Very interesting turn in the event. Subscribed to see how this goes. Go bruce!
Great video as always. But the lighting needs fixing, its very dark, at times the Scania almost looks black. + the music is a tad to much. I would rather listen to the trucks working sounds. Its like ASMR basically.
To be honest, I love American trucks and turn ranchers for a living. But this thing blew me out of the water. All the things that they thought of from a maintenance perspective, from what you've shown and just the advancement of it is mind-boggling. Would absolutely love to get my hands-on it and sit in it being 6 foot 6 hard to find things that you fit in properly. Hopefully, I get to see it with the time it has being in the US
There is a large interest for American trucks in Europe too, but then as a hobby vehicle. Truckers use the Euro trucks for work, to make a iiving, and then some of them have a older US truck, typically Peterbilt or Kenworth, as a hobby, bring it to shows in the summer time. Length restrictions makes most american trucks less suitable in Europe, except some few cases where it is natural to use a shorter trailer than the standard 45 ft.
@@Rimrock300 I literally said "KEEP THE SCANIA OEM, but of course make it fit your equipment" as in, change hoses so you can run an American trailer. what I meant is cosmetic, it should represent Scania well. keep it oem
I love your passion for European trucks, especially the Scanias. I really hope this truck turns out to be everything you hoped for. Good luck, fella. 👌🏻👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Keep the truck stock, or do Euro style. Show what we have on our side of the pond, with only the necessary changes for stuff like the fittings. Especially with the 4 Series and R770 you can show how much things improved over 25 year in Europe compared to North America, and keeping the R770 stock of doing euro style means that you at least keep that comparison valid.
They should have Airbrushed some ungodly eurostyle usa livery on that truck to blow the minds of simple muricans who only have stickers in their trucks.
Agree on that. This is literal Scania Embassy in US right now. Gotta present it right! Can use all old trucks for donuts or other sandbox like stuff =))
Nope it will be about Bruce blaming Scania for his having to mess things up. I hope someone from Scania has called this man and told him to stop messing with their truck. I guarantee one call to Scania would have told him where the 12V switch is located. And how to press it!
The euro trucks use an electropnuematic brake system with individual solenoid valves at each wheel. They don't have to move all that air the length the truck to control the brakes. Euro air brake systems also operate at a higher pressure so you might want to install a pressure regulator on the air supply line at the truck.
@aumua2876 nah bro, but it's different when he's the face of Scania in America. He needs to show what Scania brings to the table, and show how much better our euro trucks are
Hey man first of I'm happy that we want to show of our trucks over there BUT as a worker at SCANIA in sweden, you will lose all my respect if you ruin our wonderful truck that you get to borrow and show of, every comment i see is on POINT, read the manual and if you still dont understand you call SCANIA support, they will gladly assist you in anyway you need. When if comes to modify the truck with adding extra stuff like lights, front grills and such is sure go for it but my advice is this: google some European Scania styling trucks and you will get some ideas. But removing stuff like the side skirts for example = NO. Like many have said before but i will say it as well, everything has been designed for better airflow and fuel saving when driving. You want to show the truck the way it looks with some styling. Again it still belong to SCANIA. Leave it stock EU! I am screaming infront of my screen to research before doing stuff...
You know those M1 and M2 buttons on your suspension remote are presets. You also have those buttons on the dash. You can for example lower the suspension and hold the M1 button to set it. So then if you want to completely lower the suspension you only need to press the M1 button.
I'm gonna repat what so many are allready saying: KEEP IT BEAUTIFULLY STOCK! European bull bar and lights are the only addition that would be understanadble, given it's supposed to showcase a European beast! Keep it as a counterpart, not as a weird cross over hybrid.
@@RichardGordon-z2dThe Scania almost looked black a few times, and you call that good? It’s supposed to be metallic blue, not black. They definitely need to look into that if it’s a camera setting or editing problem.
Ssssssttttt dont tell,..... the Americans think Broshuis trailers is American in stad of Dutch. They also dont know that there is a Scania factorie in the Netherlands. Yeap Boys...it aint much if it aint Dutch. Even your army knows it!
@@sc1338i doubt it :D Broshuis, Noteboom and scheuerle are the way to go if you want to do special- and/or oversizetransportation, it Startseite with the flexibility if you order somthing from These factories. There is neraly nothing that can't be changed for the things you nee it for.
@@vanDeudekomyea the army didn’t place that order Oshkosh defense did after they won the contract to supply trailers with their existing truck contact and the US military buys trailers from a lot of different suppliers all over the world it depends on use case and where in the world they’re going to be put into service
I can't believe the USA runs 12 volts still, all european trucks have been 24 volts for over 30 years now. If the trailer doesnt have a abs moduels then as someone else said most leds are duel voltage now so just connect direct to the trucks 24 volt socket and do away with the converter box. If there are 12 volt bulbs on the trailer just change them for 24 volt bulbs. I think scania might of misinterpreted what you wanted with a 12 volt output, as some people have them fitted just to supply addtion equipment that might be fitted to a trailer, so there will only be two wires used in that plug a positive and a negative even though its got 5 other pins.
Wanna have more "I can't believe": US trucks and trailers don't run disc breaks, they still have 80% of drum breaks, Europe has like 95% disc breaks. It's still common for overheated breaks on trailers.
@@darknase Disc brakes have been a thing for awhile now but they're gaining in popularity. Like with automated manuals, eventually they'll gain greater market share. I think some trucks come stock with disc brakes now.
I think most or all new trucks in the US do come with disk brakes now and I’m unsure on trailers. A lot of people here I’ve seen were unsure about the disk but all love them now.
I would email your Scania contact, he should be able to send a box or tell you how to fix it. If not, I found 24V to 12V converters for Scania on ebay.
We call those connections "Donkey ears". They use them alot in southern parts of Europe, and you could get the lorry with it from the factory if you asked them xD
yea, used to be default on all European trucks, i think the newer connector that was on there is only something from the past 10-15 years. i think it was a specific European standard adapted for terminal tractors. because this new type of coupling can be made fully automatic, so with a terminal tractor where you do not have to get out to raise the trailer legs, now you don't even need to leave your seat to connect the air hoses.
What you call 'Gladhands' are called 'Palm Couplings' in Europe and are still used. And that green cable isn't the main trailer power cable. Check your box / bag of spares that were in the truck and you laid out.
This is where America needs to catch up with metric, with all heavy equipment running 24volts, and using the duomatic air connection like the rest of us do. That truck was built ready to go!
Yep we run DAF, MAN And SCANIA at work , all fitted with Uk spigot Air lines and euro 24v electrics like every uk truck and would only need Pam coupling adapter’s for the air lines to pull a mainland European trailer no other adaptions needed
Dude I gotta say. I’m not a trucker, I’m not into trucks, but I’m a car guy from England and I still find this Scania content really interesting. I just like seeing the differences between US / Euro stuff. Cars aren’t really different but trucks are very different by the looks of things
Another sign that the US should just step over to metric and other standard components, just like 99,5% of the world population. The truck came ready-to-go as it is, and I think that it should stay that way. Anyway, I still love the video's you make. You show your fellow Americans how we do things in the EU, always nice to see
i thought the same. it was an american only problem, anywhere else in the world, it wouldn´t have been any issue to find metric pipe fittings for the air lines.
What does it matter? Are you part of a international consortium creating some sort of important invention for humanity? As much as I understand what you get at, two things come to mind: 1- WE DO USE METRIC. Not just special occasions, daily. We just don't use it exclusively and if its a problem for us only why should it matter to you who lives and works in your own part of the world where that is not a thought? 2 - While it looks complicated its rather trivial to do the metric to standard conversions, a lot of places have kits and adapters for it as its rather common to do these conversions.
@@P-J-W-777no he’s right. Euro trucks are 30+ years ahead in technology compared to American trucks. Idk why you would think we shouldn’t learn from euro trucks
but why ? all americans like 18 speed manual gerbox , small windows that you can´t see out of , wheel studs that kill´s everything near it , and paintjob from the 60´s or 70´s .
@@deiontedavenport5700 Only in all the BS technology that will only leave you on the side of the road. More to fail, more to service and more to spend money on. The American Trucks do absolutely everything that needs to be done! I’ll choose the comfort of being stand up and actually walk around in an American truck with a high roof 87” sleeper truck with a full breakfast/lunch/dinner area and a bunk any day of the week.
Don't you have to switch on the 12V socket first? Without an ABS cable, you have no data connection to the trailer. Then the axle load indicator, the tire pressure indicator and the electronic brake force control will not work either.
37:47 Hi Bruce, the green cable is for the fog and reverse light. If you switch the rear fog light on you will have probably power on the plug. Kind regards Marcel Nijssen. Dutch truck driver at Ben Becker transport the Netherlands.
Bruce cool video just one question if you are a agent for Scania why not contact them and ask them about the wiring the truck to 12 volts ? You should not have to buy a 12 volt converter box plus not trying to sound like a smart ass how about the owners manual maybe there is some thing about the 12 volts system 😁
Hey Bruce there should be a 24v to 12v switch over in the cab if not easy to wire up can talk you threw it if you need or ring the factory they can email you a diagram for the wire over if there isn't a switch
Bruce you are the brand ambassador! Act like one. Read, learn explain what’s new what is different. Your guessing game and reverse engineering is just not professional.
So from the looks of it pipe connections are BSP. The air connection with nut seem to be the standard hydraulic metric thread, probably L, maybe S. Always fun to convert between UNC, UNF, NPT, metric, metrid fine, BSP straight (G) and tapered (R).
Honestly this is pretty painful for Scania, they should've sent a technician over to assist with the adaptation to US spec, this truck is a demonstration of what Scania is, and it needs to be as factory as possible. The air lines, surely send the US gladhand thread specs to Scania and let them send adaptors back??? I appreciate Bruce needs to make content but as a piece of PR/Sales work I'd not want hoses lashed up on my 1 of 1 US registered Scania.
Why is this painful for Scania? When you buy a truck in Schweden and expect everything works in the US then someone didn't communicate. Do you know what was negotiated ?
let scania send the right specs to the states insted they can change to metric while they are at it 🤣 this is more painfull for the states then scania 😄
That's almost like buying a car in Japan, built for Japanese roads (steering wheel on the right side..) and then expect them to send over a technician to convert the car so that you have the steering wheel on the left side... Sounds kind of crazy right? This doesn't look bad for Scania. Maybe he didn't ask them to adapt the correct fittings because I'm pretty positive if he would have brought over the few little fittings needed to use his US spec trailers when he was over at the Scania factory where he did all the filming of HIS truck being built that they would've installed the needed fittings for him.
It's painful because this isn't Bruce's truck, it's Scania's demonstrator, this was covered in the factory visits, and to be able to drive it he's a brand ambassador. I'd expect a brand ambassador to know the product inside out, and not be messing with what they were given. The truck is in the US for 1 year, with an additional +2 if the DOT allow it. It's not his personal truck, so not reading the manual, not knowing how to activate the 12v, not knowing the aero pieces in the cab move so you get easier access, not knowing the light check on the key fob... It's all poor.
I'm a just little surprised that such essential issues (connecting, inch vs metric) were obviously not discussed upfront w/ Scania when the truck was configured/ordered ? When I started to search for my US truck here in Germany, I spent "some" loongg hrs to do my research and have extended discussions w/ dealers, forums etc. Anyway, this truck is a nice one. Enjoy it!
I think part of the issue is no one was there when he was speccing it or he didn't ask any questions. This is a demonstrator and being scania hasn't been in the U.S since the 80s no one probably questioned what he was adding as the idea of incompatibilities on such minor levels would be barely a thought. Then again I wasn't there when he specced it so who knows what actually went down.
Bruce, yeah read the manual.... but if you cant find it, there are devices called "DC to DC" Converters. You need 24 to 12 volt converter. Thats what was in the box off the old Scania. Just make sure you get one that can carry the AMPS required by all those lights on the trailer! They are actually pretty inexpensive.
I can see in 3 months from now Scania is going to have send a couple of technicians and a crate of spares to fix all the stuff you are cutting into. Please just read the manual and if it ain't in your wheel house take it to someone that can. Maybe Scandia USA. Bruv its a gift don't abuse it. Maybe you should check out some custom shops in europe and see what they are doing to personalize their trucks. Good shops over in holland and ireland.
if the keyfob has a symbol of a ferry on it,press it to lock cab like the top button,but it doesn't engage the motion detector,saves the alarm going off if someone shakes the cab or a very windy day..
If youre going to play with the air connections then put a simple ball valve on the truck side and not those stupid quick connectors. Youre proud to say that the truck keeps air pressure, and now by fitting quick connectors in you have a potential leak point. Also what will happen you think when a connector will accidentally disconnect during a trip and lock the breaks up. Like mentioned by other people you have those self closing gladhands, use those and keep the rest as standard. Further more european trailers connect way closer towards the cab and your airlines are not under so much tension. To have your connections like on the step deck is not a stupid idea.
Problem is he wouldn’t be able to connect any other trailer to the truck. But I’m sure he will get an email back from Scania telling him how the 12 volt outlet from the truck is working.
As most are saying leave it as a euro truck so people can see what a euro truck is ..Then Americanise the older black Scania and then people can compare
Hey Bruce, if there are any problems occur on the Scania, you might contact Telmo Abreu in Newark, NJ - he's keeping up the last leftover Scanias runing on the East Coast since Scania left the US market in the early '90s.
Why he should not contact his representative at the factory? :D They have ofcourse high hopes at the USA tryout and surely there are several people he could call any time that know Scanias of 2025 year model inside out. Or just read the manual.
@djremotion2 I reckon I wrote it wrong... Instead of calling to Scania Sweden to kick them out of bed, Bruce could contact Telmo Abreu or why not Navistar? 🤔 They should be able to help him out as well ☺
@@waywardone666He called his friend in Finland. That was not Scania he called. Also he can Email his contact at Scania in Sweden and they will email him back. Also he’s a Scania ambassador so it probably would be better to contact Scania than a dude that has parts for 90s scanias.
You do know you can get glad hands fitted from factor or simply by the adapters. US trailers get shipper to the uk quite often and we simply just add the adapters
Use your key fob to check your light functions , real handy with a trailer that length, you don’t need the ignition on, truck can stay locked when you at back checking your load
Glad hands = Palm Couplings. Most European trucks/trailers run them. You can get palm couplings with male/female adapters here in the UK. Try any European truck suppliers who supply Suzzi air lines for the Scania and you should be fine. Usually have two power line plus EBS and ABS connector points on the back that we are sold and then red (Emergency,) yellow (Service) and blue (Auxillary) air lines. Never known a Scania to have a power fault to the 12v socket like you have.
Here's some advice:
- Read the manual. Even those sections that you think you know everything about. You might be suprised how little you actually know.
- If you have technical problems, call Scania technical support. It's a brand new truck, everything should work. If not, Scania techs will help.
Seriously dude, if you want to showcase this truck in the US, you need to spend time to actually learn about it. For example, how many times people asked about the controls next to the bed? Such a simple thing yet I never heard you giving a confident answer. Even if you just watch a short "cab tour" video on youtube, you will know exactly what it is and how it works... When you were waiting for the truck to arrive, I expected you to do a bunch of resarch about it, but you are just as ignorant as before.... What are you going to do on a truck show? Telling people that "yeah it's hight tech, has a bunch of buttons"?
Please.... don't be lazy, learn about the truck. Everything will be much easier for you, and the content will be much better for us.
Especially with the amount of new tech in the truck there are 20years of advances between this and the other ones you have.
@@julianholcroft9625 Yeah, I'm afraid the avarage US trucker just take a glance and say "this is overcomplicated... who wants to figure this out? My truck is simple, and it works." Unless someone gives a good explanation of the functions and controls, and shows that it's actually very simple and convinient if you know what you are doing. That someone should be Bruce...
Wow I think you just got told off.
@@VLevi89 It’s the same thing in the machining industry now one were I work wants to put in the time to fully understand the new equipment. I have heard “I didn’t know it could do that” is staggering and I only run one machine.
Dude.. chill. He just told you, the control next to the bed is lights, radio and air condition/heater and the top escape hatch for letting fresh air in.
And to think about it what else did you think it was gonna be..
All the comments saying he needs to read the manual, you've just saved me 45 mins of my life. I've no time for watching people who are so amazed about the technology on these things, but can't actually be bothered to learn how to use it....
Wish I’d read the comment before I’d sat through the painful entirety of this video. Nice TVR by the way
@@DBZYY69 Bruce definitely isn't doing himself any favors posting a rubbish video like this. All he does for 45 minutes is fumble around in the dark guessing and prodding and clearly never having read any manuals so he knows what he is doing.
If he carries on like this Scania will ask for their truck back. Then on top of this he's got the arrogance of wanting to mod this truck to make it more American?
That's why I've skipped more then halve the video
Most men know everything...don't you know...read the instructions 4fs
I worked with a lot of tractor dealers. The salesman would always hide a $100 bill in the owners manual. I think he said that only one had been found in close to 20yrs. There’s a book that came with your truck that I think would have all the answers 😂
That was my first thought when he called Ville in the middle of the night. CHECK THE DAMNED MANUAL! 🤣
Look in book or call across the globe and wake up "friend"? Nah, he's awake, right?!
That's hilarious :D
1l😮😊@@rustynail6819
You forget that men usually throw that thing away instead of opening it haha
Wewie! Bruce getting lit up by the comments, and with good reason. Us truckers in europe take great pride in our machines. So please do things correctly. And as everybody is saying, CALL SCANIA AND DO THE READING... OF THE MANUAL!!!
RTFM.
If Scania gave you a 12V outlet, it will work, you're missing something, so go to the bathroom, have a long shit, and RTFM.
EU uses 12v for lightweight stuff so if you pick 12v option at dealer, without context they think its for occasionally pulling something light like generator or roadside crash barrier so the working plug is installed to the back. He seems really inept at anything mechanical or electrical.
@@CodesmithEvanionRear Fog and reverse light cable.
No it's not . Scania fits one panel and has all the plugs but if you haven't clicked the option it won't be wired up to power. As Bruce said there is no power at the plug. The plug is there if a future owner wants it powered up which a dealer will do and would not take long as all the wires are there but not hooked up. There is nothing in the manual about hooking it up it would just say optional 12 v plug.
@@EksistenssiI honestly don't know how this guy got so popular. He's not smart. His attitude is poor maybe he's just got a lot of money to play with
It's more likely not fused
Here is the threads you are looking for.
Normal airline is M16x1.5 mm metric so my best suggestion for adapting here is to use the standard twisted hoses that came with it. Also red is supply constant feed and yellow is service ( sends the break air signal to the trailer ) so get a connection with a check valve on it at the end of the air hoses so when you disconnect it should be on the feed side (truck side) and then the truck should not leak when its disconnected and not need a manual valve that you open. Search for CEJN connections is you best option for quick connect solutions and they have a US office.
Your welcome / Truck mechanic in Sweden
Kind of hilarious how it seems like he just specced it out and had no clue what he was doing at all without asking questions to Scania themselves, like the airlines you’re talking about😂
I'm left wondering if he's willfully ignorant because it gets more engagements.
Calls the guy before: 1) he Even tries to trouble shoot it, 2) Knowing he's gonna wake the guy up, 3) doesn't even say "Hi, sorry to bother you...", 4) and certainly doesn't go to all the bother to say "Thankyou for your help". Damn Yanks ! ☆
We're not all like Bruce.
@@MidniteLiquid I agree with you.
I think he was instantly turned off from the "friends" list. I mean Bruce. I would have.
What a total jerk calling someone - at any time of the day - that way. Must be a true hillbilly with hayseeds in his pants.
He was talking to a Finn, so these things are all fine.
@@einarbolstad8150No it's not, speaking as a finn. RTFM and troubleshooting himself doesn't have anything to do with language, and we say sorry to bother you and thanks here too
You ordered the truck with the Duomatic air connector which is a special connector. Then you go through all this trouble to adapt it back to the gladhands which are actually the standard EU connectors. It was simply wrongfully specced. The original gladhands come with valves and therefore don't leak either. Solve the issue by ordering some gladhands with valves like original spec.
exactly what the above says, just unbolt the special connector and bolt on some palm connectors (eu) and works quicker
Scania has a very good guide with the truck.........better reading it as try and errror......
As a German i am shooked to learn the US are running his Heavy Equipment still on 12V . It is like the VW Bug on 6V times. That is electronical thinking from the 50s. The Amperage must be ugly high on the Cables sometines.
As an american i was shocked when i saw how you germans live in cramped villages with small and tasteless desinged houses and when i saw how you guys build your gardens i thought i was in medivel times
@@bluecolourhustleouch 😮 this went personal real quick 😂
@@bluecolourhustle so, a valid engineering concern and you feel the need to insult something that's entirely subjective to defend the "honor" of your nation? That's kinda pathetic.
@@bluecolourhustleWow,this american just got seriously butthurt.
Goes hand in hand with their use of 110v single phase with thick cables and crazy high amp fuses..
There are a few things to point out here.
1.Read the manual to understand how to understand how your truck works and call scania support for getting information about your truck.
2.Get air hook ups with valves so you dont have to disconnect the extra quick connects to shut off the air supply, which are actually the standard in europe and the so called duomatic is a special hookup for making trailer air connections faster and safer.
3.The yellow is the trailer brake line, which you *always* connect first. The red one is the trailer main air supply which can be deadly when only connecting it alone.
4. You should reinstall the duomatic system. Just use a t-type or y-type splitter an have both kinds of connections. Its pretty common in europe, tho have a tuck that has a duomatic system to also have the normal air hookups
12/24v is a switch in the cabin on all EU Scanias.
Also remember to empty out all air tanks and refill them with American air. They were filled with metric air molecules at the Swedish factory, and you need to refill them with standard air molecules to have the correct brake pressure on American standard based trailers. 😜
In the UK we would do a "tug test" when hooking into a trailer before connecting the lines. Once the fifth wheel is latched we would try and pull the trailer to ensure it's locked in properly. It's a basic driver safety check in the UK and Europe.
Well that's the old school way of doing things in the United States also but he's of the new age drivers and they don't understand safety
Most Americans due to a drug test even new young drivers are trained to do that can you pull forward and then release the air on the trailer after you feel it connected...
A tug test is pretty standard in the US too. But he probably tugs his horn enough for all of us so he must be good...
To turn on the 12V trailer plug on a Scania truck, locate the dedicated switch for the trailer power supply, typically found on the dashboard or control panel, and simply press it to activate the power to the trailer plug; this switch may be labeled as "Trailer Power" or have a similar designation depending on the specific Scania model.
I said the same, the 12v/24v switch
@@VKMFA Honestly so painful to watch a "Scania Ambassador" not even LOOK for a switch in the interior, let alone consult the manual.
Bruce!
In EU we use 12 volt for powering back lift on trailer and then some trucks have also Nato connection 12v. In that case when its extra 12v installed we activate it from cab with a switch and I think it is the same on your Scania. Too activate power for 12 v it is most likelt switch labeled 12 v or its under AUX, AUX1, AUX2. Or can be connected too some other random switch inside cab. If u cant find it call too Scania and they will let you know how they connected it. I am sure they will help.
Now this is a constructive helpful comment thank you. All the shit talking and complaining is ridiculous....
he obviously does not read anything....lol
NATO is 24v tho.
@@jacobcopeland1922 To make him feel stupid for ruining new truck without even trying to look up a solution.
Just like he just had ordered the wrong air hoses from the factory and not had to get some fittings is appropriate.. He should also know that in Europe we do not use metrics for pipes and hoses as the threads are all IMPERIAL. i think in hydrauliks we use the british system and water systems are in inches and we have pipes in MM and inch sizes :D Like my home plumbing to radiators. 22mm copper pipe with 1/2 inch connectors :D Dude trying to make Scania looking dumb when in fact he is the dummie.
Wee tip Bruce, a lot of Scania drivers take the good wheel arch covers off and only put them on for show, they are so easy to scratch and damage when hooking up, another great tip is when you’re coming out from under a trailer pull out until you hear the 5th wheel release stop lower the rear suspension of the truck as much as possible then slowly pull out from under your trailer saves damages 👍that’s what we do over the pond 🏴👍
Bruce please leave the Stock truck, DO NOT DO ANYTHING TO IT, if you see this comment copy and paste it, let's make this viral in every video.
It looks best just the way it is.
Buy one your self you can do what ever you want. Then you can tell your self what you want.
He will probably chop the roof off it. He doesn’t listen to anyone and the best bit about the Scania is the fact it’s not been Americanised!
The technology Scania has used is to make the tractor better, like the streamlined sides but he would rather have every exposed which will make drag!
“Let’s bring in something completely different!!! then try to make it “similar” 😂
I’ve been watching Bruce since the After Hours Diesel days. He never leaves anything stock.
That is a pre trip light check. You walk around checking all the lights before you start your day. It’s better than just switching on lights and indicators.
You can hear the reverse beeper come on while it switches the revers lights on. It cycles through every bulb on the unit. We are not allowed to leave our yard if any bulb isn’t working.
I work for a big haulier company in Scotland. I drive a MAN truck which is fine.
. But sometimes I drive their new Scanias. It’s always a real pleasure to drive them. Smooth, quiet and very comfortable to sit in all day.
Love your channel.
Don't all new trucks have the pre trip light function on them?
@@HackeryX I only know the trucks I work within the uk. . Yes they all have that function. Not sure about US.
@@HackeryX There's a German guy who emigrated to Canada 10 years ago here on YT called "Mirco auf Achse", he drives a Peterbilt 579 (2018-ish model if I remember correctly) as Owner Operator for a Winnipeg haulage company, pulling mainly RGN and step deck trailers. In his videos you always can see that automatic pre trip light check function working.
Newer trucks within the last 2-3 years are having pre trip switches installed to go through all the light sequencing to do your pre trip. Most trucks about 4 years or older don’t have this feature. You know how us Americans like to be stuck in our ways! lol 😂
My god, read the manual before making A SINGLE new video of this truck. Hope Scania HQ contacts you about it 😅
There should be a swith inside the cab to activate the 12v
Thought the same thing 😂
I saw a lot of comments about this, does that 12v plug work for lights? If its for auxiliary functions is it wired to connect lights as well? If not then it wont matter he will still have to rewire it.
@@sterlingodeaghaidh5086idk but there 200% is a solution that doesn’t need re-wiring, it’s a Scania. They already thought of what you may need to do.
@LNZT Indeed and they even knew it was going to AMERIKA so They surely told Bruce how he going to hook up a trailer but he did not listen. Dude even ordered the wrong air hoses and dunno how to connect them properly.
I am Amazed that for someone who hopes to be a Scannia rep has not read the manual cover to cover how on earth can you explain how things work to prospective buyers
Yeah, someone at Scania forgot to teach this guy the basics of the truck. You would think a sales rep would get all the learning material drilled in, but apparently not
Lmao Ville is definitely a Finn. Barely spoke 10 words during a 5min call, and that's a lot!
Ville is so talkative, you can't shut him up!🤣🤣🤣
true suomi kaveri:D
I bet he speaks more in Finnish. It's not very easy to chit chat in a foreign language.
@@teemur76 He was sleeping,i am not so happy if someone phone when i am sleeping.
That long moment of no words right after his question was finnish for "why the fuck are you calling me about something you can learn in the manual right before my sleep?"
Bruce you received the truck manuals, did you check them out for this issue???
No he did not, don't understand why he is this stupid while he has this representive title..
I think you (Bruce) should really sit down a few hours and read the manual, so you know how everything is supposed to work and also show it to your American collegues the right way👌🏼😋
I'm guessing there's a switch somewhere to switch the outlet from 24V to 12V or something
@@Td5Adventures No there are separate 24v and 12v outlets. Scania is a smart company. I'm sure there is a switch to enable the 12v outlet as it is not normally used in Europe.
@vihreelinja4743 Yeah that's what I was thinking, that it might not send power to both outlets at the same time. But if he read the manual he'd probably find out.
If it has a 12 v outlet it should work .
Mabey the solution is in the manual or else email Scania.
Always nice to see people fixing problems instead of talking about it
you can call scania almost 24/7 yes you get a person yes rely no im not BSing
@@erikbergstrom258They're not exactly familiar with 12v trailers though 😂
@@rkan2Scania is sold in Mexico so someone at Scania should know.
@@rkan2 They have 100 years in the business and running every other country except USA. I am sure they are very familiar with the most common voltage in the automotive. As evident by there being 12v outlet in the truck. I think if he read the manual he would know what button activates the 12v outlet already in the truck or if he called his support person in sweden at the factory.
You can call Scania Assistance at any time the downside is you get a bill of 1000$ for them to look at the truck on the side of the road. The usual outcome is. We cannot fix it on the side of the road tow it to the dealer and get in line for an appointment in 1 to 2 weeks. That’s at least how they operate in Sweden 😅
If there is no el in the contact on a new car, you need to find the switch rather then the screwdriver. Remember you got a picasso, you do not pick up a paintbrush to change it in any way. Take good care of it. It is a jewel.
Also, please leave the truck the way it is. It looks so good as is.
YEESSSS!!! I hope Bruce leaves it basically stock
He can do whatever he wants, Its his truck and his money
@realkiljuIt's not his truck,he got it from Scania for promotional purposes.
@realkiljuit’s not his truck he is working in a partnership with Scania
@realkilju It's not his Truck, it's SCANIA's truck.
He doesn't own it, he is hired by Scania to take it to truck shows in USA.
As a swede who sees these trucks literally everywhere, everyday. Must be nice for all Americans seeing and falling in love with the Mighty Scania for the first time. It truly is the pride of Sweden in my opinion alongside companies like Koenigsegg and SAAB. Sweden being a country with around roughly 10m people. It really punches above its weight when it comes to manufacturing world class land and air vehicles. 🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪
Totally agree, love Scania, own and adore my Saab and love Sweden x - coming from a Brit.
Give me back jamtland and herjedalen
Don't forget our ships and subs. World class
Scania still is no where near VOLVO.
Volvo are still in their own league of Trucks, then comes Scania, followed by the rest.
Used to drive Scania daily but Once I got a taste of Volvo's new trucks, I didn't want to go back to Scania.
Big step down in everything, also quality control on a Volvo is far superior than Scania.
Also reliability is in another league.
But only 8 million swedes, the rest 2,5 millions are immigrants. 😞
Damn you make things hard in yourself
If you're looking at being the U.S. Agent for Scania, It would be worth your while to talk with Scania about ensuring that air and electrical lines are compatible or fittings are provided so the connections can be made with U.S trailers with a minimum of fuss because this issue could be show stopper for a potential buyer.
Other than that, loving these videos keep up the great work Bruce!
Yes, good advice. This is a 1 off demo truck for now. If Sania decide sometime in the future to go for the US market, all these details with airlines and electric will be taken care of and come as standard
@@Rimrock300 The stadard are SI unitis.
It has been set up for the USA. Its why it has a 12V outlet. I bet somewhere in the box of suzies and fittings he laid out last week there are airlines that fit the dual outlet and have air couplings for US trailers. If not one phone call would have sourced what he needed from Scania.
Few months back i wrote here that this Scania in USA thing propably will attract some flack. I never thought it will come from allied positions,but here we are. These kind of homemade moves will backfire later as unforseen problems. Very interesting turn in the event. Subscribed to see how this goes. Go bruce!
Great video as always. But the lighting needs fixing, its very dark, at times the Scania almost looks black. + the music is a tad to much. I would rather listen to the trucks working sounds. Its like ASMR basically.
+1 Cut the crap music and let the V8 sing instead.
@@TimoLaine-pv5ph yessss hell w the music it's a freaking Scania v8 diesel that's what I wanna hear!!
I agree with the video being too dark at a large part of the video.
To be honest, I love American trucks and turn ranchers for a living. But this thing blew me out of the water. All the things that they thought of from a maintenance perspective, from what you've shown and just the advancement of it is mind-boggling. Would absolutely love to get my hands-on it and sit in it being 6 foot 6 hard to find things that you fit in properly. Hopefully, I get to see it with the time it has being in the US
There is a large interest for American trucks in Europe too, but then as a hobby vehicle. Truckers use the Euro trucks for work, to make a iiving, and then some of them have a older US truck, typically Peterbilt or Kenworth, as a hobby, bring it to shows in the summer time. Length restrictions makes most american trucks less suitable in Europe, except some few cases where it is natural to use a shorter trailer than the standard 45 ft.
@Rimrock300 Some Scania t-cabs are on later times used to pull/transport cargo were the weight limit is reacht before maximum length.
KEEP THE SCANIA OEM, but of course make it fit your equipment
air hoses modified. too late. It is all over. it is americanized now.
@@Rimrock300 I literally said "KEEP THE SCANIA OEM, but of course make it fit your equipment" as in, change hoses so you can run an American trailer. what I meant is cosmetic, it should represent Scania well. keep it oem
Id rather see he modernised his equipment to fit the truck 😂
Just got to figure how to fit the roof spoiler now !…..
I love your passion for European trucks, especially the Scanias. I really hope this truck turns out to be everything you hoped for. Good luck, fella. 👌🏻👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Keep the truck stock, or do Euro style.
Show what we have on our side of the pond, with only the necessary changes for stuff like the fittings.
Especially with the 4 Series and R770 you can show how much things improved over 25 year in Europe compared to North America, and keeping the R770 stock of doing euro style means that you at least keep that comparison valid.
They should have Airbrushed some ungodly eurostyle usa livery on that truck to blow the minds of simple muricans who only have stickers in their trucks.
Bruce, did you do the simple thing and check the manual for and information. Please keep the as is
Bruce doesn't know what a manual is.
35:46 hey that's what holding that button on the remote is for. To check the lights. GEEEZ
Load it to the max and feell the power of the v8❤
KEEP IT STOCK MATE, AS A EUROPEAN SHOW AMERICANS WHAT IT'S MADE OF!!!!
I have a Cdl and would die to drive a scania, beautiful trucks
Agree on that. This is literal Scania Embassy in US right now. Gotta present it right! Can use all old trucks for donuts or other sandbox like stuff =))
How is adding some lights and stuff going to make it not european, its just appearance
seems like next video will be about bruce reading scania manual...
Nope it will be about Bruce blaming Scania for his having to mess things up.
I hope someone from Scania has called this man and told him to stop messing with their truck. I guarantee one call to Scania would have told him where the 12V switch is located. And how to press it!
The euro trucks use an electropnuematic brake system with individual solenoid valves at each wheel. They don't have to move all that air the length the truck to control the brakes.
Euro air brake systems also operate at a higher pressure so you might want to install a pressure regulator on the air supply line at the truck.
Keep it stock!
You can keep your own scania stock
@aumua2876 nah bro, but it's different when he's the face of Scania in America. He needs to show what Scania brings to the table, and show how much better our euro trucks are
Hey man first of I'm happy that we want to show of our trucks over there BUT as a worker at SCANIA in sweden, you will lose all my respect if you ruin our wonderful truck that you get to borrow and show of, every comment i see is on POINT, read the manual and if you still dont understand you call SCANIA support, they will gladly assist you in anyway you need.
When if comes to modify the truck with adding extra stuff like lights, front grills and such is sure go for it but my advice is this: google some European Scania styling trucks and you will get some ideas.
But removing stuff like the side skirts for example = NO. Like many have said before but i will say it as well, everything has been designed for better airflow and fuel saving when driving.
You want to show the truck the way it looks with some styling.
Again it still belong to SCANIA. Leave it stock EU!
I am screaming infront of my screen to research before doing stuff...
I agree. That video embarrassed Bruce.
I bet Scania support is open 24h. One phone call away if he doesn't like reading the manual.
@@judge_niklas 100%
Dude I feel yo pain.
As a Finn I hope yo boss melted a telephone in to Bruce's ear for this one.
You need to read the manual boss.
You know those M1 and M2 buttons on your suspension remote are presets. You also have those buttons on the dash. You can for example lower the suspension and hold the M1 button to set it. So then if you want to completely lower the suspension you only need to press the M1 button.
I'm gonna repat what so many are allready saying:
KEEP IT BEAUTIFULLY STOCK!
European bull bar and lights are the only addition that would be understanadble, given it's supposed to showcase a European beast! Keep it as a counterpart, not as a weird cross over hybrid.
video looks a bit dark. love the content
Is it editing (can be fixed) or camera settings (cannot be fixed)
I think the video was recorded in HDR, or certain devices enable it at specific resolutions. I noticed it as well.
Looked good to me. This is not Hollywood.
@@RichardGordon-z2dThe Scania almost looked black a few times, and you call that good? It’s supposed to be metallic blue, not black. They definitely need to look into that if it’s a camera setting or editing problem.
@@victorsegermark4011what did you think about the music that was being played.
You need a Broshuis trailer,.. US army just bought a lot of them( 557). Build near the Scania factories in the Netherlands...
Ssssssttttt dont tell,..... the Americans think Broshuis trailers is American in stad of Dutch. They also dont know that there is a Scania factorie in the Netherlands. Yeap Boys...it aint much if it aint Dutch. Even your army knows it!
Yes that would be the best combination a propper heavy haul trailer with steeraxels ofcourse !
@@vanDeudekomI bet ya Fontaine builds better trailers
@@sc1338i doubt it :D
Broshuis, Noteboom and scheuerle are the way to go if you want to do special- and/or oversizetransportation, it Startseite with the flexibility if you order somthing from These factories. There is neraly nothing that can't be changed for the things you nee it for.
@@vanDeudekomyea the army didn’t place that order Oshkosh defense did after they won the contract to supply trailers with their existing truck contact and the US military buys trailers from a lot of different suppliers all over the world it depends on use case and where in the world they’re going to be put into service
I can't believe the USA runs 12 volts still, all european trucks have been 24 volts for over 30 years now.
If the trailer doesnt have a abs moduels then as someone else said most leds are duel voltage now so just connect direct to the trucks 24 volt socket and do away with the converter box.
If there are 12 volt bulbs on the trailer just change them for 24 volt bulbs.
I think scania might of misinterpreted what you wanted with a 12 volt output, as some people have them fitted just to supply addtion equipment that might be fitted to a trailer, so there will only be two wires used in that plug a positive and a negative even though its got 5 other pins.
Wanna have more "I can't believe": US trucks and trailers don't run disc breaks, they still have 80% of drum breaks, Europe has like 95% disc breaks. It's still common for overheated breaks on trailers.
@@darknase Americans like to have AMERICAN MADE 30 year old tech, instead of "Foreign" modern stuff.
@@darknase Disc brakes have been a thing for awhile now but they're gaining in popularity. Like with automated manuals, eventually they'll gain greater market share. I think some trucks come stock with disc brakes now.
I think most or all new trucks in the US do come with disk brakes now and I’m unsure on trailers. A lot of people here I’ve seen were unsure about the disk but all love them now.
The only problem with what you said is all trailers here have a abs module so to my knowledge 24 volt wouldn’t work at all but I maybe wrong.
I would email your Scania contact, he should be able to send a box or tell you how to fix it. If not, I found 24V to 12V converters for Scania on ebay.
We call those connections "Donkey ears". They use them alot in southern parts of Europe, and you could get the lorry with it from the factory if you asked them xD
yea, used to be default on all European trucks, i think the newer connector that was on there is only something from the past 10-15 years.
i think it was a specific European standard adapted for terminal tractors. because this new type of coupling can be made fully automatic, so with a terminal tractor where you do not have to get out to raise the trailer legs, now you don't even need to leave your seat to connect the air hoses.
I always found so silly how you brits call trucks a lorry.😁
What you call 'Gladhands' are called 'Palm Couplings' in Europe and are still used.
And that green cable isn't the main trailer power cable. Check your box / bag of spares that were in the truck and you laid out.
This is where America needs to catch up with metric, with all heavy equipment running 24volts, and using the duomatic air connection like the rest of us do. That truck was built ready to go!
Yep we run DAF, MAN And SCANIA at work , all fitted with Uk spigot Air lines and euro 24v electrics like every uk truck and would only need Pam coupling adapter’s for the air lines to pull a mainland European trailer no other adaptions needed
Why?
@@sc1338because it’s a much better system
New Volvos in US are 24 volts.
@@joeseaton1401 Why?
Dude I gotta say. I’m not a trucker, I’m not into trucks, but I’m a car guy from England and I still find this Scania content really interesting. I just like seeing the differences between US / Euro stuff. Cars aren’t really different but trucks are very different by the looks of things
12v on trailer is Stone Age 🎉🎉🎉
24V is also. 48V would be the upcoming standard
@@GeorgiGeorgiev-ne9psse o consumo de energia da iluminação é cada vez menor, os 12V servem perfeitamente.
Another sign that the US should just step over to metric and other standard components, just like 99,5% of the world population. The truck came ready-to-go as it is, and I think that it should stay that way. Anyway, I still love the video's you make. You show your fellow Americans how we do things in the EU, always nice to see
I buy American
i thought the same. it was an american only problem, anywhere else in the world, it wouldn´t have been any issue to find metric pipe fittings for the air lines.
What does it matter? Are you part of a international consortium creating some sort of important invention for humanity? As much as I understand what you get at, two things come to mind:
1- WE DO USE METRIC. Not just special occasions, daily. We just don't use it exclusively and if its a problem for us only why should it matter to you who lives and works in your own part of the world where that is not a thought?
2 - While it looks complicated its rather trivial to do the metric to standard conversions, a lot of places have kits and adapters for it as its rather common to do these conversions.
Maybe you should email your scania contact at the factory instead of making a fool of yourself 🤣🤣🤣🤣
"Yea? No." . . Pretty much sums up the finnish conversations 😂
Please leave the truck alone, The USA market needs to be shown how much better the Euro truck designs are.
LOL! Maybe for the European Market!
@@P-J-W-777no he’s right. Euro trucks are 30+ years ahead in technology compared to American trucks. Idk why you would think we shouldn’t learn from euro trucks
but why ? all americans like 18 speed manual gerbox , small windows that you can´t see out of , wheel studs that kill´s everything near it , and paintjob from the 60´s or 70´s .
@@deiontedavenport5700 Only in all the BS technology that will only leave you on the side of the road. More to fail, more to service and more to spend money on. The American Trucks do absolutely everything that needs to be done! I’ll choose the comfort of being stand up and actually walk around in an American truck with a high roof 87” sleeper truck with a full breakfast/lunch/dinner area and a bunk any day of the week.
@@P-J-W-777 if u just maintain it u can easy drive millions of miles
Don't you have to switch on the 12V socket first?
Without an ABS cable, you have no data connection to the trailer. Then the axle load indicator, the tire pressure indicator and the electronic brake force control will not work either.
I would assume the US trailers don't have the EBS system like we have in Europe
@@lmpcorrosive7100 Your correct. ABS is vehicle only here. Unless its a specialty trailer the connections are rather bare bones.
37:47 Hi Bruce, the green cable is for the fog and reverse light. If you switch the rear fog light on you will have probably power on the plug.
Kind regards Marcel Nijssen.
Dutch truck driver at Ben Becker transport the Netherlands.
They dont have rear fog lamps in US
@@maciejgajoch1774 europe does and so they could use that switch for something else. like turning on the 12 V outlet
@@maciejgajoch1774 The scania has one.
Scania has some 12v items. The 12v supply is already there. Ask scania how to use it
That style trailer air connects are used in some parts uf eu aswell. In Norway we call them "esel øre" (donkey ear) 😅
Tractors here in Germany use them as well, but the duomatic connector Bruce took off is far superior imo
@Renault_75-34MX no question about it
@@Renault_75-34MXof course you’d say that
Bruce cool video just one question if you are a agent for Scania why not contact them and ask them about the wiring the truck to 12 volts ? You should not have to buy a 12 volt converter box plus not trying to sound like a smart ass how about the owners manual maybe there is some thing about the 12 volts system 😁
I think you have a button for 12v inside the cabin for the trailer power
Here in Australia all European trucks have a 12v conversion kit already installed. The only downside is that the lights are dim on the trailers
Brooooo starts video showing off the key fob light test function
Proceedes to test lights hanging out the cabin
Hey Bruce there should be a 24v to 12v switch over in the cab if not easy to wire up can talk you threw it if you need or ring the factory they can email you a diagram for the wire over if there isn't a switch
Bruce you are the brand ambassador! Act like one. Read, learn explain what’s new what is different. Your guessing game and reverse engineering is just not professional.
So from the looks of it pipe connections are BSP. The air connection with nut seem to be the standard hydraulic metric thread, probably L, maybe S. Always fun to convert between UNC, UNF, NPT, metric, metrid fine, BSP straight (G) and tapered (R).
Bruce and his last minute preparations that always screw him over...
Bruce doesn't appear to be wearing flip flops in this video😂
Voice audio: 2 db
Music audio: 10,000,000,000 db
Honestly this is pretty painful for Scania, they should've sent a technician over to assist with the adaptation to US spec, this truck is a demonstration of what Scania is, and it needs to be as factory as possible.
The air lines, surely send the US gladhand thread specs to Scania and let them send adaptors back???
I appreciate Bruce needs to make content but as a piece of PR/Sales work I'd not want hoses lashed up on my 1 of 1 US registered Scania.
Why is this painful for Scania? When you buy a truck in Schweden and expect everything works in the US then someone didn't communicate. Do you know what was negotiated ?
let scania send the right specs to the states insted
they can change to metric while they are at it 🤣
this is more painfull for the states then scania 😄
That's almost like buying a car in Japan, built for Japanese roads (steering wheel on the right side..) and then expect them to send over a technician to convert the car so that you have the steering wheel on the left side... Sounds kind of crazy right?
This doesn't look bad for Scania. Maybe he didn't ask them to adapt the correct fittings because I'm pretty positive if he would have brought over the few little fittings needed to use his US spec trailers when he was over at the Scania factory where he did all the filming of HIS truck being built that they would've installed the needed fittings for him.
It's painful because this isn't Bruce's truck, it's Scania's demonstrator, this was covered in the factory visits, and to be able to drive it he's a brand ambassador. I'd expect a brand ambassador to know the product inside out, and not be messing with what they were given.
The truck is in the US for 1 year, with an additional +2 if the DOT allow it. It's not his personal truck, so not reading the manual, not knowing how to activate the 12v, not knowing the aero pieces in the cab move so you get easier access, not knowing the light check on the key fob...
It's all poor.
Scania sell trucks in México with Nortamerica standart conecctions, I dont understand why not pic a one to México for US publicity.
I like these scaniavideos! But i really think you should read the whole instruction book first.. much more proffessional 😉
I'm a just little surprised that such essential issues (connecting, inch vs metric) were obviously not discussed upfront w/ Scania when the truck was configured/ordered ?
When I started to search for my US truck here in Germany, I spent "some" loongg hrs to do my research and have extended discussions w/ dealers, forums etc.
Anyway, this truck is a nice one. Enjoy it!
I think part of the issue is no one was there when he was speccing it or he didn't ask any questions. This is a demonstrator and being scania hasn't been in the U.S since the 80s no one probably questioned what he was adding as the idea of incompatibilities on such minor levels would be barely a thought. Then again I wasn't there when he specced it so who knows what actually went down.
The number of times 'I don't know' was uttered during this hack job is scary.
Bruce, yeah read the manual.... but if you cant find it, there are devices called "DC to DC" Converters. You need 24 to 12 volt converter. Thats what was in the box off the old Scania. Just make sure you get one that can carry the AMPS required by all those lights on the trailer! They are actually pretty inexpensive.
Bruce, Don not change the truck, US need to see that Europe also Can make trucks, like US Can make cars 😉🇺🇸🇩🇰
This is like watching a 'pc enthusiast' working on the back panels of data center racks
Read the manual... its full of helpful advice
Glad to see you are taking the boots off when you are on the truck it will be worth it 👌 it becomes a habit you get used to 🤙
I can see in 3 months from now Scania is going to have send a couple of technicians and a crate of spares to fix all the stuff you are cutting into. Please just read the manual and if it ain't in your wheel house take it to someone that can. Maybe Scandia USA. Bruv its a gift don't abuse it. Maybe you should check out some custom shops in europe and see what they are doing to personalize their trucks. Good shops over in holland and ireland.
if the keyfob has a symbol of a ferry on it,press it to lock cab like the top button,but it doesn't engage the motion detector,saves the alarm going off if someone shakes the cab or a very windy day..
If youre going to play with the air connections then put a simple ball valve on the truck side and not those stupid quick connectors. Youre proud to say that the truck keeps air pressure, and now by fitting quick connectors in you have a potential leak point. Also what will happen you think when a connector will accidentally disconnect during a trip and lock the breaks up. Like mentioned by other people you have those self closing gladhands, use those and keep the rest as standard. Further more european trailers connect way closer towards the cab and your airlines are not under so much tension. To have your connections like on the step deck is not a stupid idea.
In a half year this truck is wrecked by the hands of a caveman
It’s just a truck chill
Attach the box to the trailer then no need to temp add to the truck. 24v > Trailer 24v to 12v box > Trailer 12v
Problem is he wouldn’t be able to connect any other trailer to the truck.
But I’m sure he will get an email back from Scania telling him how the 12 volt outlet from the truck is working.
Donb't fuck up the truck, you really do not wanna anger the vikings.. :D
😂😂❤
The trucks sick, but the higher roof ones look a lot better
Ville must have been mega pissed if he was sleeping 😂
He didn't sound very pleased of getting that call that late in the evening in Finland 😉
As most are saying leave it as a euro truck so people can see what a euro truck is ..Then Americanise the older black Scania and then people can compare
Hey Bruce, if there are any problems occur on the Scania, you might contact Telmo Abreu in Newark, NJ - he's keeping up the last leftover Scanias runing on the East Coast since Scania left the US market in the early '90s.
Why he should not contact his representative at the factory? :D They have ofcourse high hopes at the USA tryout and surely there are several people he could call any time that know Scanias of 2025 year model inside out. Or just read the manual.
@djremotion2 I reckon I wrote it wrong... Instead of calling to Scania Sweden to kick them out of bed, Bruce could contact Telmo Abreu or why not Navistar? 🤔 They should be able to help him out as well ☺
@@waywardone666He called his friend in Finland. That was not Scania he called. Also he can Email his contact at Scania in Sweden and they will email him back. Also he’s a Scania ambassador so it probably would be better to contact Scania than a dude that has parts for 90s scanias.
You do know you can get glad hands fitted from factor or simply by the adapters. US trailers get shipper to the uk quite often and we simply just add the adapters
Someone get Bruce some clogs so he can have the full european experience
true🤣🤣
lmao, dude, I unironically use clogs almost every single day. they're just the perfect outdoor house shoes :D
He's gotta remove the flip flops first😂
The owners manual should tell you.
You have been in Europe. An adapter for the "Duomatic" connecter is easy to get.
Use your key fob to check your light functions , real handy with a trailer that length, you don’t need the ignition on, truck can stay locked when you at back checking your load
Just convert the trailer to modern 24 volt like everyone in the modern world has!
Glad hands = Palm Couplings. Most European trucks/trailers run them. You can get palm couplings with male/female adapters here in the UK. Try any European truck suppliers who supply Suzzi air lines for the Scania and you should be fine. Usually have two power line plus EBS and ABS connector points on the back that we are sold and then red (Emergency,) yellow (Service) and blue (Auxillary) air lines. Never known a Scania to have a power fault to the 12v socket like you have.
My guess is there is a settings on the dashboard/software to enable the 12V plug. A lot is computer controlled in modern trucks.