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Just passing along some information that might help someone under sub-zero fueling conditions. Spent one night in Iowa last week east of Des Moines. Overnight temps were well below zero for at least three nights. I ran the motor to prevent any problems, and had 40 gallons still unboard when I...

Shouldn't even be thinking about a new truck, but what the Heh, I like the new Pete 384 with the High roof 70" sleeper option, etc. Available with ISM, but no C-9. I called Jon Mosier for kicks, and he says he will no longer build the 9500 with the C-9. Cat is discontinuing the C-9. Jon said...

Anyone know where to find a good used lift-axle? Question probably asked previously, but I couldn't find it.

Lions Transport is selling a (or more) Pete 387 tandem straight truck. Truck is a 2005 with about 250K kmh on its odometer. Owing on the truck is a $95,000 Canadian, or payments of $2500. Similar truck owned by McDougal said he gets about 8.5 mpg with a C13 and Meritor automatic. Check their...

I may sell this as an APU is possibly within my reach. It works extremely well in a D unit, but I think it would move plenty of heat in a van as well. I normally close the curtain halfway so some heat moves into the cab area. It probably uses .1 gal/fuel per night. I don't even notice it in my...

Just curious... Does anyone use an auto start system that will start the truck engine if battery volts or reserve capacity falls too low? I found a company called FW Murphy and they sell engine controllers that still require a sensor to "read" the batts and close the circuit to activate the...

I need to purchase a battery box for two deep cycle batteries. Large enough to hold three would be acceptable. Is there anything less than about $300? TSI can get them for that, and it may be a bargain. Anyone know of any cheaper options? Shipping is not cheap either...

Just thought some of you may want to see what can be possible to save a box after a major rear-ender. Last week of repairs involved straightening the chassis frame that was bent 4 inches about 12 ft. from rear past the drive axle. Box turned out pretty good and pleased with Wards Trailer repair...

I am starting to consider an investment in a APU (non- gen set)for cooling. I already use the Webasto Air Top for heating. The Berstrom Nite (cooling only) unit can be purchased for about $4000 and used with the fuel-fired heater. Webasto has also introduced the "Blue Cool" unit which uses...

Just curious at this point. I know of one source for good quality used sleepers- S & J in Ft. Wayne. However for a sleeper larger than 70", I have no clue. I highly doubt Bentz has anything, and Double Eagle might? Does anyone know of a source for a high quality sleeper from 72-84"?? I may need...

Just got this done on the 14th. Too early to tell, but seems to help in crosswinds better than without. This is almost the smallest model, we off-set it and "wrapped" it around the QC bracket. Especially if your sleeper-cab moves and one has a larger gap to the box, this has to cut turbulence...

Hey Glen! Just curious? Do lift axles have a shock absorber option? I don't understand how it is possible...

I may install a lift axle next year when my truck will be over 6 months old. RS Body in Ivel,KY. is offering a Page 20K rated lift axle installed with 2 tires and wheels for approx. $5000 incl. FET. In Ft. Wayne I get a price for a Watson-Chalin 13.2K rated axle for $6500. Both co's suggest...

Looking for any information on a Sterling L9500. I may get one if the price is right with the new Cat C-9L engine and perhaps with a Aero Bullet 68" factory sleeper. Hope to save money over a Bentz 72" and realize this is strictly a dollar decision. I know there are a few of these and Acterra's...