International trucks

layoutshooter · Jun 3, 2007

What does everyone think about International trucks? I have heard horror stories and great things. Is it the same as anything? If you get a good one it's good and the bad ones are bad? Is there a problem with the brand? Just want to know. Thanks, Layoutshooter

RichM · Jun 3, 2007

International has been around a long time and they have a very extensive Dealer Network. I have driven a few of them and they seemed to run ok,just don't get a dump or tow truck chassis.

Roadranger · Jun 3, 2007

Some say that the DT-466 motor is the best motor ever made...

rode2rouen · Jun 3, 2007

My '99 9200 Eagle just rolled over 800K miles.

Works for me!

Rex

Refer Hauler · Jun 3, 2007

I have a 9400I tractor, I've found it to be a good truck, it does not ride as smooth as the Century class did but it is much more user friendly when you do a lot of your own maintenace. It is set up so you can replace specific items and not complete assemblies. I would not hesitate to purchase another.

layoutshooter · Jun 3, 2007

What about their smaller trucks like that 7500 with the HT530 that Alumi-Bunk sells alot of? Layoutshooter

Roadranger · Jun 3, 2007

The dt/ht530 are no longer made - replaced with the dt/ht570. These bigger engines are supposed to be based upon the dt466 design and I haven't heard of any problems with them? About a year ago I was trying to order up a "Baby 8" tractor and the international salesman told me that the smaller trucks were having problems - unlike the 9400i. Same story with the Freightliner "M2" (made in Mexico) vs. the full size models. I personally think they would be OK if not constantly loaded to max gross.

layoutshooter · Jun 3, 2007

LOL, loaded to the max? My loads lately have been 4-5 lbs!! Could run them on a bicycle!!! How often are you guys really loaded heavy out there? We seem to be more likely to load 100lbs than 10,000. Layoutshooter

Tennesseahawk · Jun 4, 2007

I drive a 7500 and love it! Took some time getting used to, but the ride is good, turns on a dime. Way different than the older models.

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layoutshooter · Jun 5, 2007

What took getting used to? Layoutshooter

Tennesseahawk · Jun 5, 2007

It's a city truck. The layout on the dash isn't like a big rig. Also, I don't care for the 10 spd Eaton in it... very stiff. I don't know if it's common with this truck, but we get leaking thru the seals on the top of both doors when it rains hard. Overall, I'm happy with it tho. Alumibunk's equipment on it is another story. If I decide to get another 7500, I'll get someone else to do the bunk.

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Roadranger · Jun 5, 2007

re: the stiff Eaton tranny - My understanding is that it can take 100k+ miles to "loosen them up". Was this your first "new" Eaton? My 1995 shifts like melted butter but it did have almost a million miles on it when I got it <grin>.

Tennesseahawk · Jun 5, 2007

When I first got in it, it had 150k on it. Had to shift without the clutch. Now it has near 250k, and it's still stiff. Not stiff as far as moving the stick, but stiff as far as having a small sweet spot.

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