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Freightliner M2 with a DD13. 274,000 miles. 3 years old. Warranty good for 4 years, 500,000 miles. Coolant was getting engine oil in it. Had it towed to shop. Verdict was engine cooler module was bad due to coolant eating thru housing. Was told $7700 for repair and no warranty coverage due to...

Getting ready to buy 4 new drive tires for our Freightliner M2. Any suggestions? Sent from my Pixel XL using EO Forums mobile app

Our dash cam died and now in the market for a replacement. Would like suggestions from those of you who are using them. Also, if you have one that you don't like, please let me know the reasons. Thanks! Sent from my Pixel XL using EO Forums mobile app

Anyone on here on the new driver committee? It's my understanding that there's been 2 meetings so far. Was wondering if anything new and exciting has been discussed?

Recently in another thread a discussion popped up about the use of a CPA and a financial planner. I'm wondering how many use both? It had never occurred to me to use a financial planner and after reading some of the comments I think it sounds like a good idea. How do you find a good financial...

Reading the manual for a new DD13 motor and it says not to use additives in fuel or oil. What are people with the new motors doing in the cold weather to prevent gelling?

I have a question regarding workers comp/occupational accident insurance. I'm being told that if the fleet owner lives in Florida, drivers under him must pay workers comp per Florida law. Does anyone know if this is accurate or where I could get more details? We were told it doesn't matter...

For those of you with sinks and running water in your trucks, where do you go to refill your tanks?

Does anyone have direct tv service in their truck? We are thinking about switching to it at home and would like to use it in the truck as well if possible. What kind of receiver do you use in the truck? I've tried talking to Direct Tv but everyone I've talked to seems pretty clueless. I know its...

Has anyone heard anything about this? FMCSA Trims Inspection Reports | Go By Truck Global News If the article is correct it sounds like as of next week we would no longer have to fill out the dvir report. We would still be required to do the inspections but only complete the report if...

I have a friend with a 2004 Intl 4400 DT466 no egr. For the last several months he has been losing oil. At first he had no idea where or how but in the last month he is now finding oil on the bottom rear of the motor. He has been in the shop multiple times trying to get it fixed but still has...

I have an International 4300. Truck hadn't been driven for about 10 days while we were at home. Started driving tonight and the odometer wasn't changing. Everything else is working properly. Just not the odometer and the trip counter. About every five minutes though, the miles will reset and...

Thinking about buying a new straight truck. From the following choices, which would get the best fuel mileage? 2013 M2 106. Cummins ISB with 6 speed Fuller, 260 HP, 4.78 rear end ratio. 2013 Cascadia DD13, Allison automatic, 370 HP, 4.11 rear end ratio. 2013 M2 112 DD13, Allison 3000 HS...

We want to bring bicycles along with us in our straight truck. Any suggestions on how and where to store them on the truck? Has anyone tried the fold up bikes from Camping World and if so, do you recommend them? Also, would be nice to hear of some enjoyable bike routes accessible to us...

Hi, quick question, I'm trying to figure out what is required to be approved Fed Ex Custom Critical. I am pasting the following from their website: All straight truck drivers (C & D units) must have: Six months minimum, verifiable commercial driving experience in same size vehicle intended...

First, since I'm new to this site, I would like to say hello to everyone! I appreciate all the helpful advice that is given here. Now for the reason for my post. My husband and I have been wanting to drive a truck for about 8 years now. Done countless hours of research, but always waiting...