What to Look for in an OLD Engine When Buying a Used Semi Truck

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  • Опубліковано 15 січ 2025

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  • @re4477
    @re4477 2 роки тому +4

    You guys are just flat out honest and awesome!

  • @stilliraise9201
    @stilliraise9201 2 роки тому +4

    Only way is buying old one and overhauled whole engine new radiator air compressor and turbo. Otherwise you would run into lots issues on the road.

  • @Freightlinerbob
    @Freightlinerbob 2 роки тому +1

    That engine compartment is filthy.

  • @Freightlinerbob
    @Freightlinerbob 2 роки тому +1

    Slobbering is oil that gets pumped out of the engine when idled for extended periods. It is caused by the piston rings not sealing because the engine is not under load. Thats the oil along the bottom of the exhaust exhaust manifold making a big mess on the right side of the block. It is not a leak. Oil anywhere else is cause for concern.

  • @bwayobrian3381
    @bwayobrian3381 2 роки тому +3

    Thanx Brian for the informative information u always grace us with..lovely content from the experienced of the best
    Bravo✌

  • @6582rg
    @6582rg 2 роки тому +1

    Great info Brian. Thanks!

  • @keithmorgan4883
    @keithmorgan4883 2 роки тому

    Every time I hear that music I already know it’s gonna be a good video.

  • @rp1645
    @rp1645 2 роки тому

    Thank you for video. And a big thank you on showing a Detroit. My Favorite, have a 8-71 early 70s vintage. And a late 70s 353 Detroit
    Just changed the Oil on my 353, one of my Hydraulic Lines blew on backhoe end. So I looked at my log I keep on computer. And said. Time to change OIL. I hate to say this but it had only 80 hours on meter. I like 100 but it had been years sense I changed OIL. Don't rage on me. I am not going to wait that long again. The white cloth oil dip stick test showed the thick black waxed oil on her. She still ran like a top. But I do notice a difference with clean oil. My 8-71 I baby, it's a restoration project Truck. I do yearly all oil and fuel filters even though she only runs to shows. My next project is getting a Engine heater. The 353 starts so fine with heat on block. You do such great information on checking before buying. The soapy water is one I will remember, great advise, thank you my Trucker friend.

  • @giorgiotribastone7070
    @giorgiotribastone7070 2 роки тому +2

    I was thinking of being owner operator but price of diesel here in state PA $6.58 plus I'm soon be 50 years old I don't have $20.000 dollars put down sucks can't win.

    • @mewithouttherandomnumbers
      @mewithouttherandomnumbers 2 роки тому

      $0.75 of the PA price is IFTA tax, highest in the nation, but you only actually pay it on the miles you drive in PA. The overage gets rebated back to you. Upper Midwest usually has better fuel prices though. And you'll want to get a good fuel card with fat discounts. I've gotten discount as high as $0.96 per gal, but it's usually more like $0.40. Plus it should come with a price finder app which let's you see which place on your whole route has the best price after discount. And you'll want to understand how IFTA works because you want to subtract IFTA from the pump price before calculating who really has the lowest price. Can save an extra $25 to $100 per fillup on top of fuel card discount.

    • @giorgiotribastone7070
      @giorgiotribastone7070 2 роки тому

      @@mewithouttherandomnumbers Oh thank you I didn't know all that but to buy truck you need 20.000 down I'm looking be local driver I did OTR 2 years I finally gave up now wanna do local. I like to own my own truck because lot company's lie just get you in the door,

    • @mewithouttherandomnumbers
      @mewithouttherandomnumbers 2 роки тому +1

      @@giorgiotribastone7070 Keep your eyes open. The sector has been cooling off lately. Some people are saying the next "sector bloodbath" is coming up. Could be a lot more equipment available soon, looser credit, depending on how things play out.

    • @giorgiotribastone7070
      @giorgiotribastone7070 2 роки тому

      @@mewithouttherandomnumbers oh ok thank you

  • @michaelpearson7643
    @michaelpearson7643 2 роки тому

    Love the info good job we don’t remember everything Iv been in and out of trucks for over 30 years thanks for the reminder I’ll look at those things more better on my pti s

  • @sorinpetre5541
    @sorinpetre5541 2 роки тому

    Perfect ...Clip !
    Thank you !

  • @javiercadena206
    @javiercadena206 2 роки тому

    U guys are great...

  • @Bigola
    @Bigola 2 роки тому

    Best engine 👌

  • @Willdabeest27
    @Willdabeest27 2 роки тому

    Brian, would a freightliner Columbia be a good choice for a used semi with the 14 liter Detroit

  • @west2401
    @west2401 2 роки тому +2

    Don't let Ronen watch this video..he's gonna break out his "analytics".

  • @nunyabuziness8421
    @nunyabuziness8421 2 роки тому

    The best way to look for leaks on an engine is with a flashlight when it's dark

  • @victormmedina1457
    @victormmedina1457 2 роки тому

    U never be wrong with detroit 60. Run better than newers

  • @stilliraise9201
    @stilliraise9201 2 роки тому

    Wait what N14?

  • @gncc600
    @gncc600 2 роки тому

    I like to grab hose once in a while.

  • @deluxetransport3208
    @deluxetransport3208 2 роки тому

    What ever happened to the young lady Alex trained?

  • @harsanjamsingh3290
    @harsanjamsingh3290 2 роки тому +1

    Who is ronen... aaah shut him damn up!! You should be the owner of this channel..