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| Just because it is a common set up I would recommend a pre 2002 series 60 Detroit with a 10 c transmission. With 11-24.5 rubber 370-4.11 gears are good. With 22.5 rubber especially low pro 3.42 or slower is good. Air ride and just for price and service either a Freightliner or IHC.
Don't let them tell you an M-11, a series 50 or an MBE 4000 won't work. Just remember they should be priced cheaper. Had the M-11 and have the mbe4000 now. It appears they will run over 1,000,000 miles with a little care. Just not as common to buy or find a mechanic for. Cummins N-14 is a good motor also.
Don't be afraid of a sleeper truck either. The miles on an over the road tractor are a lot easier on them than the day cab trucks. A little longer wheelbase doesn't hurt the turning much and makes for a better ride. Also helps with bridge laws and gives storage space. Wouldn't be the first time I was glad for a place to lie down when I was sick also!
Edited by IADAVE 1/7/2016 21:01
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