In my search for a good used truck I keep finding 3408 Cats! Just curious as to the Cu in of these monsters!
I'm sure they are! But for my 1st truck I think I should find something that gets decient MPG and is less expensive to fix if it broke.quote:
Originally posted by Steve S:
Big motors are nice in trucks Chris.
Just your run of the mill class 8 grossing 80K. It will have to be an older used truck. I'm hoping I can find a needlenose Pete or a 359 Pete.quote:
Originally posted by Stinky Peterson:
What size truck will you be getting? You need to size the engine to match the load otherwise you will have problems.
I myself would not put a 3408 in a truck. If you want Cat check with your local dealer and visit with their truck engine manager (not service manager).
No! The engine I keep finding is a V8 Cat! They say "3408" right on the valve covers, usually have 450hp in little letters under the "3408". 1099 cu in!quote:
Originally posted by Jelly:
I take it you want a Peterbilt, or are you flexible?
Have you looked at Truckpaper (www.truckpaper.com) yet?
What are your transmission preferences? 10, 13, 15, 18. Brand preference? Automatic?
Are you the kind that'll be fine with 360, or do you need 475 horsepower to be happy?
How fast do you run, or what speed do you cruise at?
Sleeper preferences? Need a 70" raised roof condo or a 40" with a bed, underbed storage, and TV?
P.S. - The engine you keep coming across is the 3406.