Truck in Water Opinions wanted!
Record Breaker
Joined: Jan 2010
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From: Wisconsin
Ok I will look that up. The 53 block does seem to be on 1999 and 2000 models and this is a 1998. Those bales normally weigh around 1200 pounds each the trailer is 1100 pounds so around 5k in pounds. I dont push it real hard I just sit back and take my time. Fast you can fly up the mtn empty is gonna be at around 45 for most cars but you gotta go slower cuz of the curves.
This truck has been for sale since Sept but it was having trans problems so they just had it rebuilt and put it back up for sale. I guess that is why I am worrying about it! Plus like I said I dont have money for the repairs once I buy it.
So do I have to buy a block heater or does it come with it--I know NOTHING about a diesel.
Thanks for the help
This truck has been for sale since Sept but it was having trans problems so they just had it rebuilt and put it back up for sale. I guess that is why I am worrying about it! Plus like I said I dont have money for the repairs once I buy it.
So do I have to buy a block heater or does it come with it--I know NOTHING about a diesel.
Thanks for the help
If it is really cold you may want to use a diesel fuel additive such as Power Service to keep the fuel from jelling, and to keep water out of the system.
Also, DO NOT run a diesel out of fuel as it can cause issues (May not start back up without work).
Most people (including myself) avoid vehicles with problems as they may be hiding other problems. If the truck runs and drives fine then it will probably be just fine.
Professional
Joined: Jan 2009
Posts: 246
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From: Temecula, CA
Maybe the way to go about it to get an honest answer about mods, is ask the dealer what mods it has, because you will need more power than stock to pull the trailer. Maybe you can trick them, haha.