How to shift an 18 speed Peterbilt 379... **READ DESCRIPTION**

Breaking down the fundamentals to driving a 18 speed tractor. ** NOTICE I SAY REVERSE MAKES UP THE “18” GEARS. THATS WRONG! LOW H/L MAKES UP THE “18” GEARS**

[@Martin-bb1qm]

I would never let this man drive my truck.

[@Kilowatt_379]

Good thing I’m not driving your raggedy truck 👏🏾

[@oralpatterson9168]

Why?

[@yamato9790]

I absolutely agree with you

[@johnsnow5822]

@@Kilowatt_379 bro let the hatters hate, you keep doing you good information good video and God bless.

[@brianjohnson2731]

Haters are like TMZ They're Always around.

[@SRSrailroader]

Young man, I have been driving almost 40 years and this is the best video explaining how to shift an 18 speed transmission! God bless and thank you for teaching the young and us old drivers!!!

[@Kilowatt_379]

I appreciate you ✊🏾

[@vicente18222]

I’m taking my Cdl class this winter through the union. And can’t wait to get behind one of these bad boys. My father and brothers are all truck drivers. I’m an operator. But would love to be able to drive one of these trucks some day. Also. Truck sounds mean!!!!

[@DWGumby-eg6ch]

Second that motion. Looking at transition from always 10 speed to next lvl. And thankfully this came recommendations. Standard H pattern, splitting every gear. Can't beat the instruction in this video. Quick simple and straight to the point. No fluff.

[@cbradiomizfit7562]

Gotta be the best and most well explained video on KZbin. Versus just sitting in your truck and dry shifting without actually driving

[@Kilowatt_379]

I appreciate you 🤙🏾

[@yoshi67O]

Bro, Honestly, i’ve watched tons of other vids on this, you’ve explained it way better than others! keep trucking on my guy, stay safe!

[@Kilowatt_379]

Appreciate you bro. Be safe 🙏🏾

[@matthughes91]

Same this is probably my 6th video this bloke is probably best one so far Definitely feel confident in trying to learn after seeing this

[@davidwatts5863]

For real, he broke that thing down.

[@denzo3535]

Same!

[@RevDrBayne]

Not j

[@jimwilson8309]

Rode with my grandpa and dad in 18 wheelers in the 70's and 80's. They tried to explain to me how to shift but being a kid I didn't pick up what they were saying. You just made it all clear in a few minutes. Great Vid.

[@404Trucking]

I’ve only driven 10speeds & watched countless videos of “how to shift 18 speeds” so far this is the only video I’ve understood from start to finish. Thank you for getting straight to the point & simplifying the gear pattern. Beer on me if you ever come to Atlanta.

[@Kilowatt_379]

I appreciate you ✊🏾

[@0wnage1111]

MY MAN!! i've been driving auto trucks for 7 months now i'm ready for manual, starting thursday morning in training and now i understand it 1000 times better than before thanks man 🙌

[@Kilowatt_379]

I appreciate you ✊🏾

[@SternDrive]

From auto to manual! The only thing I'd tell you is don't try to upshift with the Jakes on. This guy is experienced and can pull it off, but a new guy might drop a transmission out on the highway. I'm a 48 year long haul veteran, and I don't even up shift with the Jakes on, but I know some guys can pull it off. Turn 'em off when you first start learning.

[@moeblisss12]

This is the best explanation I’ve watched. Simple and easy to understand. I really appreciate you taking the time to do this.

[@Kilowatt_379]

Anytime 💪🏾

[@T_track]

Out of all the videos I have seen trying to understand how to shift. My guy you explained it plain and simple and easy to understand. Blessings and thanks for video

[@stanlysawicz9317]

Respect. I always enjoying instructional videos(can always learn something new) but yours is on point. Keeping it simple, it’s easier to understand. Nice man.

[@ryanthomas4124]

I just got a new job operating hydro vac and haven’t driven 18 speed in 4 years this helped a lot! Great video very simple explained

[@LawrenceFam12]

This video was the best instructional video I’ve ever watched. Thank you!

[@stewstewart6257]

This is by far the best 18 speed shifting tutorial that I have come across on KZbin. Thank you for making it easy to understand.

[@Kilowatt_379]

I appreciate you ✊🏾

[@heleng4528]

Wow, talk about thorough. You did an excellent job at explaining exactly what goes one during shifting.

[@cynicnd]

I'm just a gamer. I found this video looking for tutorials for American Truck Simulator and Euro Truck Simulator. This helps more than the game tutorials I've found. Thanks for making this video. You're helping more than just truckers.

[@Kilowatt_379]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@redline350zHR]

I love watching vids like this....But this is definitely the best one ive seen bro. 💪🏼💪🏼 Very straight forward & easy to understand for those who are learning/want to learn!

[@Kilowatt_379]

Comments like these!!! Appreciate you brother 🤙🏾🤙🏾

[@justincoe9050]

Man your great at explaining the concept of this. Straight to the point and very informative video. Well done sir

[@Kilowatt_379]

Thank you 💪🏾

[@JCulpepper73]

Bro! Your video is the absolute best out of all I’ve seen!

[@MzIrresistable38]

As I've been watching several videos on this, I came across your video and you sir have the BEST ONE OUT.... I drive a 13 speed, and would like to learn how to drive an 18 speed as well. You made it make sense. Thank you so very much. You definitely have a new sub....

[@Kilowatt_379]

Thank you I appreciate you 🙏🏾

[@jasonhandy8174]

Great video. I've watched many videos on shifting 18 speed and your by far is the best. You explained things that I wasn't getting from other videos. Looking forward to future videos.

[@Kilowatt_379]

Thank you I appreciate you 🙏🏾

[@mainelybuds8543]

This is among the best ones I've seen. Well done sir.👌

[@cbradiomizfit7562]

Gotta love em jakes dude. Love em. Probably one of the best, if not the best, complete walk thru of 18 shifting while floating. Glad you floated during the video. Who wants to wear out their clutch knee. If anyone were to watch this video more than once, listen and pay attention, they'll have no problem and full confidence in shifting an 18 spd

[@Kilowatt_379]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@ladytrucker50]

Best video so far explaining the 18 speed shifting 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽 learned a lot from you! Be safe out there driver!

[@Kilowatt_379]

Thank you. 🙏🏾

[@clintonndumisongobe655]

Broooooo! You're such a great teacher man. Now I finally understand how to do these shifts. Thank you for making the video.

[@Kilowatt_379]

🙏🏾

[@anthonywatkis676]

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[@rodder2046]

I've watched numerous videos on how to shift an 18 speed transmission and this video, by far, gives the best explanation on how to properly shift an 18 speed. Over the past 30 years I have drove 7,8,9,10, super 10, 13, 15. and 18 speed trans. The 18 speed trans is my favorite. I drove one for over 15 years. They are not complicated to learn how to shift and I always split every gear. I never skipped gears unless I was empty or bobtailing.

[@Kilowatt_379]

I appreciate you ✊🏾

[@michaeldavis7902]

You made that very easy to catch on...at the first sound of 18 speed it was intimidating...but after watching your video..I got it. Thanks !!!

[@Mark-vm5xv]

Thank you. Keep posting driving videos, your an excellent teacher

[@robnewell6123]

Nice job - good demo and clarity on how to shift an 18. Know you have helped alot of beginners!

[@Kilowatt_379]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@twiztid1fiddy]

Thank you for explaining it and showing it this way. I’ve been having a hard time with other videos and the way they explain things.

[@Kilowatt_379]

Tried to be as simple as possible brother

[@PapaEATSYOMama]

Man you just got a sub and like! I’ve watched so many videos and you explained it the best!

[@slodown3670]

Fascinating! Thanks for the informative video. I’m 76 years old and never saw the inside cab of one of these monsters. Excellent!

[@Kilowatt_379]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@crazydirtbikeman77]

excellent explanation my man, i had an idea of how it worked but your explanation makes it clear 💯

[@dannymulubwa3551]

Fantastic job on explaining the gear shifting very clear n easy to understand, pray one day I can own me a Western Star or a Peterbilt

[@Speshalpp]

Well done my friend, hands down!!! Your way of demonstrating is very clear and straight to the point, Just the way should be. Big up!👊🏾

[@Kilowatt_379]

I appreciate you 🙏🏾

[@wanderoustree]

Just reconnected with my dad after 18 years. Had a good few days with him, but drove him back to the truck stop and he showed me inside the truck. I drive a manual and have for over 10 years but was confused on how this worked. Thanks for the explanation, gonna call him and ask him so more questions 😂

[@Gmak_06]

Well daaaamn, best explanation I've seen on an 18 speed.... that thing is a sound of beauty

[@London_pound]

Thanks for helping all the black young brothers out here BIG HOMIE MUCH LOVE FROM BALTIMORE 💯🤝

[@zdframes]

hands down the best straight forward vid on how to shift a damn 18. ive looked everywhere and yea lol

[@Kilowatt_379]

Appreciate you 🙏🏾

[@SyTrades]

I’m trying to learn how to downshift more consistently in American truck sim to maybe eventually get my CDL when i’m of age and man do I appreciate how specific and concise this was, love the sound of your rig too! safe travels and stay blessed!

[@relaxingshorts8587]

Downshift at 1500 rpm Upshift between 1500- 2000(recommend 2000) i only drive 18 speed

[@SternDrive]

That sounds a bit high to me! We used to shift like that when I started in 1974, but modern trucks run at much lower RPM. In low range you can shift at 12 or 13 hundred RPM, and you don't need to rev it above 1,500 RPM in high range. If I have a heavy load and am climbing a hill I might run it up to 1,700 RPM. You'll save fuel and your engine will last forever.@@relaxingshorts8587

[@StewsChannel]

Good info, I always wondered how all the ranges worked in a big truck. Thanks for making this 👍

[@Kilowatt_379]

No doubt ✊🏾

[@darrellfolk5284]

Be safe Out there Driva! Good video Man! Truck sounded Awesome

[@kirk1761]

Very well explained and nicely executed, salutes to you sir!

[@Kilowatt_379]

I appreciate you ✊🏾

[@reaperz87]

Bro your the best at explaining how to shift your video is a life saver.

[@Kilowatt_379]

✊🏾

[@ProfessorHamo]

Thank you very much sir for the detailed and easy to understand explanation! God bless and be safe on the road!

[@Kilowatt_379]

Thank you god bless you

[@876hottopiks]

Been searching so long. Best video I ever watch. Respect ✊🏿

[@Kilowatt_379]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@xr29fb32]

This is the best video I’ve seen on shifting. Now it makes sense. Thank you. Thumbs up 👍. Gave this video a like.

[@Kilowatt_379]

🙏🏾

[@SkynetNeuralink]

You be a good teacher. Only video came across I learned how to drive a stick semi. You make it so easy.

[@Kilowatt_379]

I appreciate you ✊🏾

[@robertstephens6541]

Same here, I've watched quite a few of these and this is the best one I've seen. You kept it simple and easy to understand. 👍 Got my subscription.

[@Kilowatt_379]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@blessed7fold]

Great video Kilowatt. You made it interesting and real. Merry Christmas!

[@Kilowatt_379]

I appreciate you merry Christmas and happy new year 🤙🏾

[@scottcain6386]

Very nice😁 you’re a good instructor; clear & concise…I’ve been automatic for about 6 years & switching to heavy haul 18 speed… it’s been a while so I’m probably a little rusty

[@kariefejackson4332]

Love the candace,clean very informative nice demonstration, healthy machine,,respect, KW.

[@Kilowatt_379]

💪🏾

[@septz]

love how u kept them jakes on keep up your work bro

[@jamarcuswhatley2531]

Bro you the truth with it mane , stay safe swangin

[@KIKOLIO13]

This is all I needed to see. Thank you boss! 💪🙏❤

[@austinday2697]

This is the best video I’ve watched bro thank you

[@marlonrussell6253]

Man this is the best demonstration I've ever seen on a 18 speed bro thanks alot man I'm literally practicing the shifts on my house broom as I dont really have a truck lol but I love the life of a trucker

[@Kilowatt_379]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@damianblake8243]

Thanks man this is the best presentation I ever saw

[@Kilowatt_379]

I appreciate you 🙏🏾

[@kewlmanable]

Love that smooth ass butter feeling when u shift to the next half gear!!

[@Kilowatt_379]

All day 💯

[@hypershiftingcustoms3089]

I watched enough videos on 18 speed and I understand it but still I was doubting my self, but now I watched yours and I can say give me a 18 speed and I can drive no problem. What I’m saying is I understand 100% and some how you gave me confidence too… U nailed it bro.. 👌🏻. Stay safe.

[@Kilowatt_379]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@tomsteffs6511]

i concur, you are a great teacher, the way you explained it is fantastic. I am amazed how you can remember what gear and what range you are once you are on the road for hours on end,.

[@Kilowatt_379]

I appreciate you 🙏🏾

[@MrBilldo426]

Great for beginners. I would have loved to have an instructor like you when I learned, but since then I’ve learned so much more. I learned to drive on a 78” 379. That clutch was hell for a 120lb 15 year old lol. So eventually I learned to avoid using it unless I had to. 😂👍

[@Kilowatt_379]

Appreciate you ✊🏾

[@sadiquejarrett8050]

Best an most explain video an shifting a 18 speed i have seen so for thank you for the upload

[@thomasmaringe5089]

I have watched too many videos on this but I never understood anything and now with your video I understand better now

[@Jonesey2625]

Thanks for the Fantastic Video, It might sound silly but I've just started playing American Truck Sim with a Complete Sim Setup and this info Transferred over and worked Perfectly to the Simulator

[@thiongo5560]

Nice shifts smooth and fun can’t wait to drive an 18 speed God bless man

[@jatroy90]

Bro this video helped a lot so much better than the other videos I've watched

[@LamborghiniV12M]

By far the best shifting video on KZbin. Good job

[@Kilowatt_379]

I no appreciate you 🙏🏾🤙🏾

[@roddickenson1821]

Thanks bro 😎 that was best one ive seen on here yet

[@jimmyalvarez4993]

BRO! This made it so much easier. I appreciate this video. I’ve been doing research on getting my CDL and will be starting soon. I drive stick shift on the regular and have heard that clutch on a truck is different. No one explained the splitter and downshift as clear as you bro! Thanks!

[@Kilowatt_379]

I appreciate you 🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@sandypidgeon4343]

KW - that was the best explanation I've seen. Well done.

[@Kilowatt_379]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@steveallen2681]

Thanks bro; I really liked your explanation , I learned 12 yrs ago but have been driving a automatic for the last 6yrs and I’m trying to remember how . I find it is a bit more difficult than I thought it would be . I am very rusty, thanks for the great video

[@Kilowatt_379]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@etherportel2322]

Best video I’ve ever seen! Great job brother

[@michealplater9007]

One of the best videos on how a 18 speed works

[@Kilowatt_379]

✊🏾

[@andraepusey7857]

To be honest your the best one who explain it for me to get it

[@stephanestephane4291]

I really enjoyed the ride and your explanation 👍👍

[@nickg0411]

thats pretty interesting, you roll over by me alot ( i am in Boiling Springs SC) those i 26/i 40 hills are real deal! thank for making this

[@jimmybuffton9234]

WTF. Man this is the first video that I seen that made sense. Props keep on keeping on

[@arielpaez1358]

Man i really preciate the video very nice. I like it. Not every person knows how to teach shifts on a truck. Thanks

[@amritsohi6902]

Really appriciate ur hardwork for beginners thanks alot buddy keep it up and safe drive forever

[@Kilowatt_379]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@lilajyoung1]

Great video brother.. Keep up the great work.

[@jhaack79]

Awesome that he used Jake, makes it easy to know when the shifts are high gear occurring

[@Kilowatt_379]

Yeah I never turn my jakes off unless it’s extremely early through a residential. Many can’t shift with it on surprisingly.

[@joseh5090]

Yo this video actually helped me lol.. good explanation man. Keep up the videos, definitely subscribing to your channel 🤙🏼

[@Kilowatt_379]

Appreciate you thank you 🙏🏾

[@69adrummer]

Man, your teaching style is one of the best on YT. As a new(er) driver, would love to see some "winter driving" tips and tricks videos!! LOL Be safe and be well!!

[@Kilowatt_379]

I appreciate you 🙏🏾

[@brianw.7489]

Great demonstration bro!! Very thorough!

[@Kilowatt_379]

🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@redneckalex08]

I’ve been shifting wrong in American truck sim this whole time! It all makes sense now! Thanks bro! Still debating on getting my CDL!

[@justinkhashan2319]

More fun in real life

[@Kilowatt_379]

Yessir ✊🏾

[@Ian-xw1ge]

Thanks brother. I drive a 13 Speed and seeing you drive the 18 Speed... brother you just opened up my eyes to the fact that there no difference in shifting the gears. I got it now.

[@Kilowatt_379]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@gtnoslp]

Great Vlog!! With all the gear changes you ever forget what gear your actually in? This vlog helps alot!

[@Kilowatt_379]

No lol I’m so use to it. In the beginning I use to lol

[@gunnone5715]

Best explanation on YT. Thanks bro!

[@howardnicholas1722]

Watching you from Kingston Jamaica, nice demo bro... just subscribed

[@Kilowatt_379]

Appreciate you my brother.. Manners and respect ✊🏾

[@reggieringgoldjr68]

Man, I sure enjoyed that Video Brother. I drove for several years and I still miss it to this day. This was back in the 90's when I was ridin and guidin, and I never used the clutch except to take off and to back up. I've driven them all from the Super 10 to the 18 Speeds, stay safe out there Brother.........🤝🏾🇺🇸💪🏾

[@Kilowatt_379]

I appreciate you 🙏🏾

[@reggieringgoldjr68]

@@Kilowatt_379 Always a PLEASURE BROTHER........🤝🏾🇺🇸💪🏾

[@carsandmoods3593]

Now I get it. I'm a Trucker from the UK, and it was very rare we got manual gearboxes in this day and age...But I never drove a Peterbilt, now I am in Canada and I am lilely to get behind the wheel of one of these babies... Now your demonstration got me knowing what to do, and how to handle it. I have driven some manuals but Euro Trucks with Paccar MX13 engine and Manual Gearbox, but its been a while. Only 2 or 3 times in my career I drove a manual.

[@Kilowatt_379]

I appreciate you 🙏🏾

[@carsandmoods3593]

@@Kilowatt_379 this is me, since my last comment. With the 18 speed Fuller... kzbin.info/www/bejne/fH3Ud6ltgMmFmLM

[@aldaihrrocha716]

Great video man ! Best one yet

[@brianjohnson2731]

This is the best way to explain shifting. Very understandable

[@Kilowatt_379]

I appreciate you 🙏🏾

[@jerryjefferson9872]

Don’t know nothing about trucks but definitely get the gear change like clock work 😅 finally I understand this shifting without having to watch another video or even have to replay this one 🤔 this man is a genius 👌

[@Kilowatt_379]

🙏🏾🙏🏾💯

[@jasonrios1324]

Very educational. Been wanting to drive a truck all my life.

[@pepecameo7549]

Bro, good job!! Down to point, no BS!!! Be safe!!!

[@Kilowatt_379]

Appreciate you 🙏🏾.. you do the same 🤙🏾

[@jamaalcrawford4734]

Super helpful bro thanks for taking the time out

[@cjsmithfl]

That’s was cool man. I dig this. Love the interior in your rig too.

[@Kilowatt_379]

Thank you 🙏🏾

[@smithj133p]

As everyone has said, best 18 speed tutorial on KZbin. Awesome man.

[@Kilowatt_379]

I appreciate you 🙏🏾

[@vzmmusic9149]

Most straight to the point explanation.