5 things I hate about my Kenworth W900!

[@truckpilotnate2972]

I’m jealous of your jake switches on the dash. I despise having buttons on my wheel. Absolutely HATE the cruise and jakes on the wheel!

[@DrivetoProvide]

I'd swap it if I could lol

[@growthefarmup2606]

Ditto, who complains about dash controls??? Sounds like a Cascadia trained driver, you don't deserve a beautiful W9 if your gonna bitch about the best features. Lol 😆

[@zmann324]

Steering wheel controls are aweful lol

[@Unduplicatable]

You have engine on the WHEEL??? I have cruise on the wheel and I *LOVE* it. I hate the three stage lever behind the wheel and I LOVE it. As for those on the dash, it’s okay but I prefer it to be behind the wheel. Not sure I’d want it ON the wheel though O_o

[@cathy7824]

I have a w900. I went to lowes and picked up a pvc pipe connector, take the bottom of your cup holder from the truck in with you. The pvc will raise the height of your cup holder. If you cant live with the white pvc wrap it in a cricut sheet.

[@truckerron]

Or paint it. Better yet, go to a custom shop, spednd a couple hundred and get the best unit you can get that holds any size cup and various other things as well. DMC in Southern Utah did mine.

[@magigooter2096]

​@@truckerron Agreed on a shop job. If you're gonna do this stuff, get a little money and make it a nice ride! You wouldn't wanna live in a house with PVC sticking out of the walls, why do it to your truck?

[@GL-xz3xk]

Dunno if they have them in the states, but here in Australia you can get PVC downpipe adaptors for roof gutters. All diff shapes and sizes and perfect for making consoles more usable

[@kirktitgen7453]

Petty things that could be changed ....the main thing is to get to the truckwash and get that dirty thing polished up and hit the chrome shop for some shiny things 🤣🤣🤣

[@DrivetoProvide]

Definitely needs a wash and I want to replace that grill asap

[@kirktitgen7453]

@@DrivetoProvide some rim polishing and some chrome lug covers would look awesome too 😆😆😆

[@DrivetoProvide]

@@kirktitgen7453 i used to have some. Then someone removed them with their truck

[@1tuffzx10]

That's hood life bruh 🤷🏾‍♀️, I wouldn't change it 4 nuttin in the world 💯

[@Oneeyedtrousierytrout]

Why didn’t you buy a freight shaker ??? Hell I’m 6’6” loves my W9’s

[@Plowguitarist]

You shouldn’t have bought an old worn out, out dated W900. The 2007’s and up all those things are different. And if you can really drive you wouldn’t ever need to turn the jakes off.

[@Joe-d7m6k]

Wonder what drivers did, before Jake's were in all trucks??? Drove 32 years, and most of that time, never had trucks with Jake's. Never had 13ft 6 in. gearshift either.

[@GaryRice-u6u]

Never use Jakes anyway , shouldn't need em if you can drive.

[@anthonynapier4668]

You can turn your stops in a little & get a better turn radious just make sure your tires don't get into the frame or springs 👍 👍

[@jel386]

1. Fuel mileage 2. Inner axles lock only not side by side 3. Window switches like you mentioned

[@DrivetoProvide]

What kind of mpg are you getting? Do you idle a lot?

[@jel386]

@@DrivetoProvide 5mpg average I have a apu

[@uckett]

I've got a 98 w900L. Looks like yours is better than mine was. I took the left side stop out, which controls the right side and it will cut really deep to the left now. But you cannot take the left stop out because when you turn to the right, your tire will rub on the steering sector. For some reason Mr Dot doesn't like that. You can still adjust it so that your left tire barely clears the steering sector that will give you a whole lot more turn.. just be careful if you do that, be sure your airlines and wires are long enough to reach when you turn all the way.. try it you might like it.

[@davehale3544]

I just bought the all black bedliner looking one from them I appreciate your videos 2000 KW w900l

[@DrivetoProvide]

What are the specs on it? Wondering if I know the one you're talking about

[@davehale3544]

@@DrivetoProvide looks like the jeepers creeper truck lol they sprayed bed liner all over it all black with black 24.5s 10 speed n14

[@davehale3544]

355 rears

[@charlesedinger3063]

One of the only things I like about the newer Pete's is they moved your trolly brake to the dash and put the jake brake off the side of the wheel where the trolly brake used to be it took alot of getting used to but now i don't even think about it and it's right there to just slide it on and off as you need it

[@silversurfer5920]

Funny you say that about the switch for the jakes. I’m in a W9 with jake brakes on the steering wheel, I prefer them on the dash like the Pete I drove. I have to press hard on the steering. It’s a quick on/off when it’s on the dash

[@TRANSFORMER2508]

You could purchase the shifter with the jake buttons on shifter. I've loved all of my W9's but the main thing I hated about them was the Knee Busting step to Cab distance.

[@DrivetoProvide]

I could have said something about the space between the seats or about busting my head on the roof between sleeper and cab lol

[@robbiemccown9359]

My KW t600 has terrible turning radius as well. I really heard from an old school driver that KW has 25% less turning radius than the others. Not sure how true. Good video.

[@DrivetoProvide]

Feels true lol

[@robbiemccown9359]

😂

[@tommyw.9424]

T600 shouldn't be. The setback KWs should be very good. I have a '95 T800 with a 20,000lb steer axle that turns on a dime, no rubbing.

[@J_Leatherman]

Never had a problem out of turning radius on my kw t600... however, my w900 was a different story.

[@truckerron]

Only true for the MORONS!! They don't know about the WIDE TRACK option.

[@Mate-My-Day]

yeah us Aussies got rid of the W900 in 1993 when the T900 came out but we never had them problems with our trucks apart from the high top air cleaners that makes a blind spot a bit

[@Unduplicatable]

Be glad you have a wood steering wheel, a nice hood, and a manual transmission. The modern wheels have obnoxious wear, the teardrop hoods are fugly, and winter is extremely difficult to drive in with an automatic.

[@alejandrob1114]

I have a 2000 W900L and it’s something I regret most days. it looks decent, but impractical and uncomfortable in a lot of ways, especially for a taller person like myself. minimal interior room and hate the clutch system and steering assembly in this thing. hopefully can change trucks in the near future.

[@truckingwithtobee]

I love my 2007 W-900 daycab. It’s weird how your jake brakes and windows are because mine aren’t like that. I agree with the cupholder thing it is quite annoying. It doesn’t fit any of of my Starbucks cups.

[@matthewhansen5008]

What your need is a fantastic plastic automatic freightliner cascadia. Haha

[@DrivetoProvide]

I had one lol it was a good truck lol

[@justicehart3332]

If you float, when your shifting with your jakes on try using your left foot and just push the free play on the clutch it’ll disengage your jakes now not far just where there’s that inch or so in the pedal try that and let me know

[@DrivetoProvide]

I have had success with letting off the gas but keeping just a small amount of pressure on the fuel pedal. So it's enough to still float, but the Jake's don't kick on. Doesn't work all the time

[@presley913]

If you shift with the Jake on, just don't let completely off the throttle. 2% throttle won't effect shifting but it will keep the Jake's from engaging

[@DrivetoProvide]

Yeah I eventually figured that out lol

[@mannyak832]

So true bro! I have a 2005 w900 , but it looks great.

[@durreallduncan4710]

This video is click bait its IMPOSSIBLE to hate a KW.😂

[@Mark_Tschetter]

Sounds like you need a freight liner. Thats an old school classic dont complain.

[@gungriffen]

Intro reminds me of my T680. There are a few things they could have, and probably should have done better but as a whole it's a net positive improvement over my Frieghtliner.

[@DrivetoProvide]

Definitely!

[@gobbolucca]

My 900 turns a lot. There is a bolt inside wheel that stops the turn, acts like a stop turning. One in each side

[@Mrbiggntall]

Love the shades 😎

[@cliffgiordane2969]

Yeah long hoods are great going down the road in a straight line but turning radius is terrible

[@DrivetoProvide]

It's definitely a noticeable difference, that's for sure lol

[@silversurfer5920]

W900s are the absolute worst. I’m in one now, a few weeks ago it was down. I used my bosses 379 and it felt easier to turn.

[@truckerron]

@@silversurfer5920 No they're not. It's only the MORONS who order them new that don't have a clue. You order the wide track option and viola... sharper turning radius!!

[@427block4]

​@@silversurfer5920 wait till you drive a classic they even worse lol

[@bakerbeats1330]

Turn radius is pretty standard for KW. It sucks on all of their trucks. From experience on W900, T680, and T880

[@thebutchersdog200]

How about the window washer fluid ? In my Pete it hits way too low on the glass, can’t get the sight line clean ever. Same on all 3 Pete’s I’ve owned

[@DrivetoProvide]

The wipers in general aren't that good lol not looking forward to this winter 😅

[@truckerron]

This can be customized and fixed!

[@smokeab4613]

Old truck problems, my new 2023 eliminated nearly all those problems. I just wish it had all the old switches on the new body

[@michaelkay3565]

I'll give ya thumbs up had KenworthW900l my whole life turn stops in off kw settings mines a 93 425c m

[@DrivetoProvide]

It's my dream truck. Love it

[@RandyRudder-c4g]

I love my 99 W900 86” studio my girl weighs 24,000 pounds 18 over 1MM 600 pushing 650 she will raise left front off the ground and smoke drives if I want her to just put new competition head on help her breath better.

[@fozzybear7255]

EZjake!!!! Wonderful item to own. Absolutely wonderful.

[@soulbrothertx]

😂 new driver old truck as far as the turning radius that can be adjusted! Try turning with a 58 ft stretch tri axle rgn! I’d love power windows but don’t want a newer truck lol looks like a Jones hood maybe in your future good luck with her you really have a beautiful truck

[@DrivetoProvide]

Thank you she's been great!

[@wallyyuriy8912]

I’ve been in my 07 freightliner classic from 2008 to last month. Just bought an 06 w900. The freightliner was was more comfortable and turns way sharper. Lol. Turning right is even worse.

[@victordeleon2528]

Thanks!

[@jamessmith4794]

Never had a problem reaching anything in mine just sat with the back of the seat straight, drove w900 for 13 years

[@ni1469]

There’s a shift knob that is identical to the 13/18 speed shifter but has a lighted toggle switch for the Jake brakes on the opposite side as the side splitter so you can engage and disengage Jake’s while shifting. I run a 379 legacy long hood and a 379 short hood and the short hoods somehow got you beat on bad turning radius. I’m debating on a w9 but I’d have to run it a bit first the hood looks great from outside but I’m a little unsure from the inside. Probably wouldn’t be as bad if I remove the bug shield on it

[@DavidSmith-ev1bd]

Mid roof w9 is about the best looking truck on the road. But after running a lot with one and a 6nz 379 doing specialized super heavy. It's Pete all day.

[@ni1469]

@@DavidSmith-ev1bd I’ve got nothing against the w9 I’m just used to the 379 and the flat top weight is a bit nicer but both are beautiful trucks and get my respect

[@Mark-wt9hx]

You need to get used to shifting with the jake brake on it might take a while but you can will be able to do it believe me I know

[@DrivetoProvide]

Ive done it here and there. Definitely a skill to it.

[@TheLordOfTheTrucks]

Put a tape roll in the cup holder and put ur drink inside the tape roll that's what I learned as a mover

[@clodbusted1776]

I ordered a new w900l it finally arrived a few weeks ago and the first thing I noticed was the horrible turning radius

[@DrivetoProvide]

Yeah, that doesn’t go away lol

[@vicpetrishak7705]

Not sure of the Jake Brake complaint . When properly working , the Jake Brake operation will cease when the clutch or throttle pedal is depressed .

[@DrivetoProvide]

Was said before I knew how to drive it with the Jake’s on at all times lol

[@operatingloanssince]

I have easy Jake's on the sticks in my 3 t600 and my t800 cheap and so nice

[@DrivetoProvide]

On the stick would make so much more sense! Is that something I can do?

[@wildnorthadventures]

@@DrivetoProvide yup definitely. They sell them on Amazon. Just need some wire and a couple connectors to move/extend the wiring from its current spot on the dash to the shifter.

[@MIKE.TANGO.SIERRA]

Ok so for the jakes on the dash… I Absolutely HATE them on the steering wheel like I have… the button is on the right side for me and when I’m turning I have to chase the button while I’m trying to pay attention to the road where as on the dash it’s always in the same spot also for the window buttons they are lovely for me because the doggos can’t get to them

[@maxpuppy96]

There is no room in them and they are hard to see out of.

[@DrivetoProvide]

Definitely not for the faint of heart lol

[@truckerron]

You now know you are a SHEEP who can only drive a PLASTIC AERO piece of $hit! Thank you for staying OUT of the cool trucks. We don't need you SHEEP in them! The W900L can be ordered with an 86" STUDIO Sleeper which is bigger than ANY standard Plastic Aero sleeper.

[@hutterite1]

That Jake button, can get cancelled out; by simply resting your foot on the clutch. Don't ride it, just rest it. That activates a switch to cancel out the Jake

[@user-qt8zt6zg6w]

Jesus dude thats alot of words to say im gay

[@STARLOGISTICS]

you can step on the clutch and use the free play to turn the jake off while you shifting instead of turning the switch on and off

[@Cinchy2017]

#6 detail the inside of your truck that’s nasty

[@DrivetoProvide]

I want to re paint it and do a color change too.

[@user-zd8vg1nl5g]

How much money do trucks typically cost?

[@truckerron]

NEW?? Plan on spending 185k on a hood and maybe 165k on a Plastic piece of aero crap!

[@DavidSmith-ev1bd]

You know you can just hold slightly on the pedal instead of coming all the way off it to stop the jake from engaging so you don't have to turn it off while you shift.

[@DrivetoProvide]

I did eventually figure that out lol

[@Brararaf101]

You would love Pete 579 window thing Jake break and turning radius is amazing on 579 and space too

[@AndyRoss-z3t]

In what year in the 1970's was this truck built ?????

[@DrivetoProvide]

Back in 2002

[@swexpress308]

lol my 03 had same window switches..was stupid,they got smarter my 2010 hasem on doors.Learn to swing it with w9.its not a plastic trk.my mechanic messes with steerin box makes it turn sharper,but will rub your brake lines..

[@DrivetoProvide]

The window switches are an example of the little things that you just don't understand until you have to use them lol

[@FreddySteed]

I don't know why you need to switch your engine brakes on and off while down shifting. If I'm getting up to speed on the freeway or i know i will be driving a while before slowing down i will turn them off, but other than that they stay on.

[@DrivetoProvide]

That was before I really knew how to drive it. Now I don’t ever need to turn it off unless I’m backing

[@madtrucker732]

the only bad part of that truck is that its a 2002. 3 years older and it would be worth having

[@bluered1322]

I like a little delay in the jake brake for that reason. 2 seconds or so. Some of the newer trucks allow you to program it with a laptop. I've seen the manual mention it in a few company trucks I've had

[@davidanddiana7173]

Yes sir cool video 👍

[@DrivetoProvide]

I appreciate your consistent views and comments!

[@cruz7391]

Pretty sure this truck is way better than the truck I drive for work it’s a 2023 international LT 😢

[@yvesbelanger5443]

kw do the best trucks with no issues

[@DrivetoProvide]

They don't make them like they used to

[@billjones3071]

Those window switches are ridiculous

[@kdubw900l]

You could always sell it and buy a Volvo that has all the options you are bitching about. A w9 is a man's truck.

[@DrivetoProvide]

Did you even pay a fkn tension?

[@stephenklemchuk2492]

I concur. I LOVE a kw900 or pete 379, but they do have drawbacks. Thats why i went with a prostar. Its not the greatest, like the power mirror controls are on the door where i love to rest my arm. But i can make alot of tight turns for when im in the cities. Every truck has ups and downs. I wish i could design my own truck right from the assembly line and make it exactly how i want. But even then, its going to have ups and downs. But. You gotta love the one your with. Lmao

[@yosbelrodriguezrodriguez4157]

One thing that you forget is how far away is the air horn

[@thomasryan9981]

The god damn refrigerator on the floor is the dumbest idea and the cheese ass table about it so don't leave the mustard behind or if pushes something to the back. Also the stupid bench / bed uncomfortable and tv mount all the way up top so lay on the top bunk or never see the TV. Plus no mount to TV to stabilize it. But the frig on the floor is the worst plus they make them half the size now. Just my 2 cents. Drive safe everyone.

[@JeffTrippi]

Ain't no feeling like peter mobilen.

[@truckerron]

You're complaining about an OLDER truck! Most of the issues have been resolved on the NEWER trucks! Regarding the turning radius, you can order the WIDE TRACK option and it will turn much sharper. You could order the electronics on the steering wheel, though for me... I HATE that! I like ALL switches on the dash so then I can have a Custom steering wheel.

[@ronniecline30]

Sounds like you need different truck I need other W900L

[@haydenshores7252]

I can float with the jakes on....

[@DrivetoProvide]

I eventually figured it out

[@valkyn101]

Come see me at Inland Fontana and we’ll update you brotha.

[@CrushedOilPans]

#1 ignores his butter pecan Puerto Rican #2 gas #3 no eso #4 not a Toyota #5 lot lizard magnet

[@DrivetoProvide]

I do not ignore you lol

[@victoriarose0890]

I was sooo confused til I realized who was behind this comment 💀💀 Hi Odd 👋🤣

[@jawohn9806]

Do the turn radius to the right, you have no problem showing how bad it is

[@DrivetoProvide]

You're right that would have been better lol

[@richardwray5390]

First clean the inside trashey wash it. You got an older W900 probably several years old your 5 things don't exist if have the newer ones so don't complain

[@DrivetoProvide]

Your English is trashy

[@peterwilliamson8721]

W900 doesn't have near the turning radius of those Volvo themed trucks, for a newer driver these Volvo near Hanover trucks have a huge advantage when backing ,making U turns, and enhanced vision , ,they don't make Volvos with CUMMINS anymore but if you could find one with a 13 or 18 spd its like gold, city driving will better a quaint you with your trucks capabilities and refine your backing skills, not to mention the aerodynamics of these Volvo style trucks affords better fuel economy so 13 or 18 spa Tran 2007 or older CUMMINS, is how I'd go.

[@DrivetoProvide]

That's one thing I was thinking with this truck. You need to do most things better, or more thought out than you would in a newer shorter truck.

[@truckerron]

YOU CAN *KEEP* YOUR PLASTIC $HIT!!

[@zionisimkills1098]

So, In other words. These things you hate, where not Self evident when you did your pre - purchase Inspection. Didn't they teach you to be aware these things , at Chuck Wagon Truck Driving School.

[@dehe7900]

Your truck needs some tlc

[@DrivetoProvide]

Your face needs some tlc lol

[@tobiaskaiser927]

Volvo is the way to go

[@DrivetoProvide]

No way! Lol

[@tobiaskaiser927]

@@DrivetoProvide lol

[@garytowe6108]

Oh my God, you poor baby you have to raise up to let the windows down you cupholder water a crybaby

[@DrivetoProvide]

That’s the most lame insult I’ve been given on here lol

[@rodyoutsey8786]

I just want to know one thing??? Who in the hell thought it was a good idea to put the foot feed on an angle like that?????? I drove a W 9 B model Areodyne for a friend to St Louis once. The most uncomfortable thing I have ever driven! My back hurt so damn bad by the time I got to Indianapolis I was ready to sell it for scrap and take a bus home! Drove a T 800 a bit. Same damn thing. Worthless! Yeah they look cool but I wouldn't have one for any reason! Just my opinion of course.

[@garykreil5990]

Wow, don't be so whinny, try driving a short base Western Star. Then you will be dying to get back in your W9

[@DrivetoProvide]

See you're annoying because I even said in the video some of those reason are knit picking

[@terryhawkins5585]

I DON'T LIKE KENWORTH TRUCKS I LIKE PETERBILT TRUCKS BETTER ❤❤

[@baldydbt1443]

Hey bloke a good not great driver can drive all day or night n not worry about turning Jake brake on or off he or she knows how drive with it turned on n the Jake won't engage or make changing gears hard or make you look like an AMETEUR just practice bro

[@DrivetoProvide]

I eventually figured that out

[@jamesanderson5243]

Then go buy a new W900l limited.... all your wine factors are corrected..... your comparing a real truck to a company Cascadia.... 😂

[@danielarsov7046]

Get yourself a volvo than

[@demitreusd6552]

Sound like you need a automatic

[@DrivetoProvide]

Don't be jealous that you can't drive a manual

[@clarkjenkins8376]

He sold it

[@billdaa1]

I am told that within 2 years you will only get a W990

[@truckerron]

You believe everything you hear from SHEEP!! Good one.

[@billdaa1]

@@truckerron I hope I'm wrong but this sheep works in KW Corporate

[@matthewmoritz2085]

so in other words you REALLY actually wanted a volvo.

[@DrivetoProvide]

Eww no

[@corycullen819]

Got to be a driver man. Drive that thing

[@classifiedlonerider590]

Your truck is 20 years old, if you know how to use your foot there is no jake issue. Rookies!!!

[@DrivetoProvide]

Yes yes yes ya grumpy old man. I've figured that out

[@corycullen819]

Why did u buy the truck. Stop crying