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[QUOTE="MrMike2010, post: 1079054, member: 2509"] I have a lot of experience in driving f750 fords, 7500 gmc's and the freightliner equivalent (not sure the model) at work. Stay far away from the cats. Our trucks are right at the max gvw of 33k and the cats are total dogs. They all burn oil to the point it's a constant haze, even at idle. And forget about cold starts. These trucks have around 65k miles but with lots of idle time. Now the 5.9 cummins holds its ground pretty well. Easy starts, not a race truck but it pulls decent. Maintain 65-70 on the hwy with ease. We do pull 20k lbs trailers and for a total gross of about 50k and it does ok. Flats will be around 65 but hills it drops speed quick. Usually holds 50-53 no problem. The newer trucks with 6.7 cummins is a great upgrade. Lots more grunt down low and the exhaust brake works very well. As for th trucks. The fords seem to hold up better. They handle nicer and the interiors are well built. In the gms the door panels crack easy, window cranks break constantly. And forget about the crappy gauge clusters. Half the gauges stop working randomly. Like the fuel gauges that get stuck in the full position. Can't tell u how many trucks run out of fuel bc of it. I haven't seen any 4 wheel drive freightliners but I'm sure they make them. The freights have great visibility compared to the others. Air ride cabs make the ride pleasant too. They Have more motor options too. [/QUOTE]
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