DID I JUST MAKE A BIG MISTAKE ????$$$$$

[@badgerpa9]

I enjoy listening to your thought process on this thank you. Sadly some in government want to shutdown your ability to modify anything on your vehicle. They would like to see all small shops closed and only dealerships for service and repair. The more control they can amass they will,

[@jglore621]

Cool video. That N14 is 10 times the engine that Isx Cummins will ever hope to be. Drove several back in the day, never a disappointment.

[@pdee1978able]

Hell yessssss

[@jeffreyweston900]

Not mine 2007 isx 1.4 million miles everything still original never changed a single injector with hardly any blow by an no oil burning..it depends on what model u referring to...I doubt it's any better than the X15 as well

[@moparjr89]

@@jeffreyweston900 n14 is a vastly better engine then an isx or x15, my dad had one 1.3 million orginal miles before he sold the truck, my company truck with x15 had the cam fail at 356k

[@jglore621]

@@jeffreyweston900Can't speak for the Isx pre-dpf, 2014 Volvo with an Isx cummins cm2350 500hp, continuously had power loss and overheating issues since buying it back in 2019. Replaced turbo and actuator twice, new scr, radiator and thermostat, 3 injectors, fuel pump, dpf, various sensors, among other things here and there over time of ownership. Compared to the 1999 Pete 379 with N14 525 Celect plus (old truck drove back in the day) I'm not impressed by my Isx. Can't speak for the new X15, but since I'm truck shopping looking for a newer truck to buy, my engine options are X15 or DD15 detroit we will see soon enough...best wishes.

[@jeffreyweston900]

@@jglore621 I believe u when it comes to isx 08 tru 2016 they were having some serious issues..but I've been hearing rave reviews on x15 2017 to present...but I'm more than satisfied with mine..the two best engines I've ever own is a 1996 series 60 an my current 07 isx pound for pound the greatest ever

[@brandonlambert7155]

I’d say you made the right choice buying the glider.

[@Graveltrucking]

You did good with that truck, the N14 are good engines. Today's new trucks don't last the ISX Cummins is a boat anchor.

[@bobnewhart4318]

That N14 is bullet proof with regular maintaince. You absolutely made the right choice

[@ponsseguy]

Don't even think about swapping out that N14. My dad has run them for many years. The difference between his engine repair costs and the cat guys repair cost over 20 years is staggering. Not to mention he has less downtime, gets better mpg, etc etc

[@flintcreektransport]

We will see how it runs !!

[@lumberjunkee8451]

They're almost bullet proof

[@stevehancock1698]

im a cat guy but i gotta say those n14s are real good and cheap to rebuild if you want some real good info on the n14 watch jpaydirt on utube

[@dougsigman4724]

N14 is a great engine. Cheap to rebuild and will run a long time.

[@Firstmajortomlikestoticker]

Question what do you use as your commercial truck maintenance program software?

[@flintcreektransport]

Samsara Maintenance

[@Firstmajortomlikestoticker]

@@flintcreektransport Thank You I was looking at that one and I think it is a Great service I am glad to know I am on the right track Thanks for answering me

[@mtho03]

Don’t doubt yourself man. You made a good decision stick with it. God bless your business and family and your viewers

[@flintcreektransport]

Thankyou

[@GhostFleetServices]

Justin, thank you for sharing the actual numbers. A lot of people don't like to talk about what they paid for what, or how much this or how much that costs and you being honest about it all is awesome. Your opinion is based on a lot of first hand experience so needless to say I as well as a lot of other people are happy that you're willing to share it.

[@bigbear5510]

I've known people that own their own trucks since back in the 80's, most OTR truck will go to a million miles (or more) without any problems and I know of a few local trucks that have done the same thing. From what I've heard, the emissions trucks can be a big pain in the butt and put a hurtin' on your wallet. The emission systems makes the engines work harder than a non-emission engine. Personally I would go with a glider for a used truck. If I was buying a new on it would be a coin toss and depending on the application the truck would be used for would make a big difference in which one to choose. Basically, you have weigh the pros and cons for what you're going to do with the truck before ya pull the trigger. Sounds like you have done all the math, you know what you need and that's what you buy.👍👍

[@flintcreektransport]

Yes. New emission trucks are still a headache !!

[@b9bot148]

New truck purchase videos should be very interesting especially comparing KW and Peterbilt.

[@roaddawgrobbaker6644]

U done right getting a glider ..all we ever got ..cats an N14s we had a few 60 series but we love cats ..we got all western stars

[@48statenomad]

I love looking on truck paper. Prices on pre-emissions trucks is going up like crazy since dealers stocks are low right now. N14 is a great engine and if its a celect plus with 525 you're in the money. Just dont try to tune it up for power. Blocks cant handle it in the long run many blocks have a problem with fretting when additional tuning and power is intoduced.

[@Hitekkleotruckings]

N14 is our favourite truck engine in Jamaica those engine work really well perform well with heavy load

[@dankruger2890]

the #1 decision you will make in trucking is the truck or trucks you buy. Personally we buy brand new with a 5 year warranty on engine-emissions-chassis depending on brand. warranties very. Application matters. Just looked a System's yard this evening and they had 30 to 40 new KW trucks just sitting there ready for drivers. Pretty hardcore.

[@michaeldunagan8268]

What does the warranty cover you the time that your truck is in the shop and not making Revenue? Does your warranty cover the fixed expenses of amortizing insurance and IRP registration while your truck is in the shop? Does your warranty pay the driver while his truck is in the shop which is why I left my last job because I never got paid while the truck was always in the shop.

[@dankruger2890]

@@michaeldunagan8268 No, no, and no. All a warranty covers for me is possible massive shop bill, that may or may not happen. suppose you can say there is a peace of mind knowing for 500,000 you have help if something really bad happens. I buy a 5 year 100,000 mile warranty for my 1 tons and the 15' chevy duramax cp4 fuel pump went out at 62,000 miles and it costed me nothing. would of been a $14,000.00 repair bill and the warranty covered it all.

[@michaeldunagan8268]

@@dankruger2890 Oh.... I thought the subject matter was Class 8 tractors, specifically the newer ones, and the downtime associated with said.

[@dankruger2890]

just an example of how a warranty has saved us money. smart ass

[@michaeldunagan8268]

@@dankruger2890 I am pretty intelligent with an IQ of 145: thanks for recognizing, Touschums. But all cannot be as smart as I am as you are an example of trying to put a pickup truck on this board as talking about Class 8 tractors.

[@tennesseetrucker9622]

I couldn’t agree more except the N14 is a great engine.

[@brianbower2845]

Be even better with a 13 speed

[@petermckenna6093]

@@brianbower2845 that's for sure n14 and a 13 speed bullet proof and all in a 79 transcontinental

[@James-ok7rz]

You are are 💯 correct. The new trucks are not good. My boss buys new trucks every 5 years or when we get around 500,000 on them. My work truck has only been to the cummins for emissions problems. It has never been to the dealer for motor or transmission problems. I remember the preadmission trucks and there wasn't that many problems with them.

[@moparjr89]

Isx and x15 eat cams my company truck got a new cam at 356k its an 18my x15

[@able_trucking780]

My old truck had a n14 at 1.8 mill was rebuilt at 1.2mill. It still running hard.

[@markwillbanks3607]

The price is what it is, so don't sweat it. Gliders make real good sense for your operation, especially since you have other engines and your own shop. Smart move.

[@Chopsltd]

The company I drive for now has an 09 t800 isx, had about a million miles without a rebuild, don't know if it had any major issues before, but was going to get rebuilt when my boss had a chance. Ended up throwing a rod through both sides of the block so the truck now has a series 60 in it

[@frednewman2162]

What are you doing with fuel tanks you’re pulling off? Size (gal) and location of fill if you are selling! You are totally right about gliders!

[@flintcreektransport]

150 gal. Eventually we will be selling

[@frednewman2162]

@@flintcreektransport When you do sell if I could get first crack at them! Here's email and I live in Hamburg so could just pop over and get them! [e-mail]

[@andrewknotts7806]

Absolutely %100 correct, we run both pre emissions trucks and new ones, just got a new international hx520 tri-axel, 2021 now has 6,7xx miles and has been back 3 times allready, just proven the pre emissions motors cost less to maintain and run

[@chrismanning1746]

My company here in Connecticut runs 5 triaxles The ,2 newest trucks are emission trucks Always a problem with the egr or wiring or something stupid The oldest truck is a CL Mack That thing just keeps going strong

[@mtho03]

Great video and info. I think you promised to do a video of comparing glider and the emission truck. Thank you

[@cooltrkin]

I have over 4 million miles under my belt and the N14 Cummins and the 12.7 Detroit and the 6nz Cat are the 3 best engines ever built. But the N14 is my favorite My 2002 used to get 7.5 to 8.0 MPGs.

[@gliderider7077]

You can not go wrong with an N14! I LOVE them and im a Cat guy.

[@jackhowlett7413]

Great video!!! I understand why you bought a glider. You always hear someone with a Emissions Truck having horror stories last Truck i bought was a EGR truck

[@flintcreektransport]

Exactly!

[@daviddemaio1684]

Great video. I actually had one of your drivers down at my farm in clintondale today picking up a load of cider apples. The driver was very pleasant to deal with. Found your channel from the business card he gave me.

[@flintcreektransport]

That’s cool !! Glad to hear !!!

[@danielburris9065]

Beautiful trucks!!! Have you tried rino lining on them, or something like that to keep the rust down??

[@flintcreektransport]

That makes it worse …..

[@Libraman78]

I've got a 2012 volvo,with a d13 with a million 40 thousand miles on it never been o/h yet,mostly emission issues with it..

[@ThakidLilGutta]

N14 is a workhorse engine just make sure you have a water-fuel separator on it

[@revenniaga6249]

You think you have trouble with emissions. We are in northern Canada and 1500 miles from a dealership. What do we have to do when we have emissions trouble, haul it to the dealer, drive it at 10 MPH to the service center, or freeze to death on a ice road? Equipment will break down, but 75% of the newer trucks it seem to be emissions. This insanity has to stop and common sense prevail

[@flintcreektransport]

Wow !!!! That’s crazy !!

[@dougsigman4724]

Good luck on the common sense part. We are talking about government here!

[@scarlett-walker4908]

i do love Kenworth trucks my older brother has a KW900 i do love it :)

[@flintcreektransport]

Very cool!

[@dub112001]

@Scarlett-walker whats your ig beloved?

[@garywendeln7114]

Used trucks are bringing big bucks across the board ....you did ok.

[@teaches2010]

Big shop up her in Michigan got busted by the feds deleting engines! They got crucified! I would definitely avoid deleting a motor.

[@jeffbronowicz3264]

I bought a 2019 peterbilt 389 glider new in November last year, people say I overpaid, but gliders are drying up everyday. It's got all the bells and whistles, 5ek , lights everywhere x 8 inch straights. Drop visor. 78 inch ultra. Bunk heater, everything. Now I have 2 gliders , 2 bunk trucks, 2 pre emission trucks, 2 pre e log trucks, some time you got to pay for your pleasure 👍👍😄😄

[@flintcreektransport]

Right. That’s awesome !!! You will make out better in the long run

[@michaelhunter9757]

I agree with you whole heartedly on not buying a truck with 4 or 5 hundred thousand miles. Thats ludicrous even, high 3s. I'm looking for a day cab and 24ft end dump trailer, but most of the trucks are high miles; 4s and 5s and the asking prices are too high. Sorry I'm venting, anyway this video was very informative. Thanks

[@michaeldunagan8268]

My advice to you on a day cab is to look at the idling hours more than the miles driven; you will likely be unpleasantly surprised. I was told a story by a guy that bought a late-model truck with low miles which needed an engine rebuild a month after he bought it: the truck had quadruple the idling hours of my 20-year old tractor.

[@andrewterleckey9834]

N14’s are bulletproof motors rarely hear anything bad about them

[@pluckw496]

I always think is all it takes is 1 or 2 states on the east coast to adopt rules like California and non emission trucks would be very limited. Probably won't happen at least hope not

[@stephenboynton1445]

I heard what you said about not wanting emission engines, but what is your opinion on the X15 series ?

[@flintcreektransport]

Any Motor attached to emission systems will not have a long life.....We have 3..... I dont like them !!

[@ko9446]

I live and drive in So Cal. Every now and then the emission police set up shop in the scales. It’s a expensive fine if they see you deleted the truck.

[@jamesfeeney7903]

Every thing So Cal does, NYS follows you guys !!!Cat answered his questions in 2011 They no longer make over the road motors!!! AT SAYS IT ALL!!!!!!!!!!

[@carlwilliams1570]

I couldn’t imagine buying a late model truck with over 500k and have to deal with the emissions problems. Run new or run gliders no other options,

[@looklookerlooking]

Those in the know are snatching pre-emissions trucks because they want to keep the wheels turning, and not sitting at a repair shop. It is not the engines that are the problems on new trucks ,it's the badly designed emissions systems installed on them. I've been saying it since the beginning that once electric/hybrid truck hit the road in large numbers, manufacturers will finally put some money and r&d into making a emissions system that functions properly. You are spot on about deleting,it brings on too many headaches.I have read several articles about OO's and companies getting life changing fines after being caught rolling dirty.

[@teebonetuna]

30 cpm last year in repairs 99 percent emissions related. Volvo d13 750k.

[@austinburton4925]

Very informative video for people who may not know or new to the industry. I have a similar outlook and plan with my fleet. Always look forward to your videos.

[@slooo9]

Way to go........................ Keeping up on things............. Bsafe out there...........

[@flintcreektransport]

Thankyou !!! ✌🏽

[@OffroadCpl]

What's the price of leasing new truck for 2 yrs have a warranty and depreciation compare to older equipment? Our road trucks at pepsi are 2016 volvos with volvo motors. They are ranging from 750k to 850k Milage. No problems with emissions except wiring harness that's because of factory routing and Def injectors.

[@flintcreektransport]

3000-3500 per month .......

[@ftworthgent]

Agreed,You made a great buy, keep up with the engine oil samples and it'll be great!

[@aaronmorrill2973]

Have you also done a cost comparison of a new purchase versus doing a full rebuild of an older truck? Know in my area a fee guys are going to rebuilding older iron versus going new cause the new was to costly

[@flintcreektransport]

I’m working on it 😉

[@josesolis9857]

100% agree these emissions trucks are a lot of trouble (good income for dealers, mechanics, government. ETC) and unfortunately Cummins it's the best choice out of those P.O.Shit

[@abrahammadera6505]

Good info Justin the N14 Cummins is a good motor Cummins needs to start over on the isx.

[@moparjr89]

They did its called the x15 and its just a big a pos as the isx

[@tristen2264]

I haul chickens in cassville Missouri and we have daycab 2017 freightliners and we also use them for hauling feed with a stage 3 wet kit to run feed trailers and these trucks can’t handle pulling the weight we haul cause we don’t have scales on the farms so half the time we are 10,000 over our 80 limit and it’s so rough on them they definitely don’t have the power for ag hauling

[@robertarrol4374]

N14 was a brilliant engine especially under 500hp

[@ptx777]

It’s crazy how fast these new motors go out my 04 columbia has a Detroit with 1.4 million miles original no rebuild still works every day no issues

[@kc033056]

Justin who are you having paint the new truck? Thanks Kc

[@flintcreektransport]

Leon’s body shop

[@nooneimportanttoyou5050]

I'm on workman's comp right now once I'm off this misery, I want to buy my own truck we are moving to Wyoming, so this information is extremely helpful thank you. I never really wanted to buy brand new anyway, I'm more old school than this new emissions crap.

[@flintcreektransport]

Good luck!

[@danle746]

I agree with you 500 percent!! Because the business owners are in business to make money not to lose money.

[@ProudPapaw88]

Billy Bob lol. Great video loved the content. Thanks for sharing.

[@flintcreektransport]

Thankyou

[@jackjackson7461]

Talking about mileage A new a lady who had a 85 model Mack superliner With 1.5 million miles on Other than PM ing the only thing she ever did was run the overhead i thought that was just amazing

[@chrismanning1746]

What state u all in

[@DB7GamingSimulator]

Always good content Man!!!! Did you put the N14 at work or not yet?!

[@flintcreektransport]

At the paint shop

[@DB7GamingSimulator]

@@flintcreektransport yeah that's what I've s'en in your video with the tank removed! I can't wait to heard this beast work!!

[@jeffearnest3269]

The truck with the Cat engine I think is the better investment.

[@harrynewbrook5103]

Justin we ran Cummins engine trucks here in the from 1965 to 1995 had very few problems with them,the ones we had problems with where the L10 versions.Have been very suprised that they not got a good record in the US.

[@harrynewbrook5103]

Justin sorry missed out UK

[@susansullivan9255]

500 hundred thousand miles on my scania. Never any emissions issues on my wagon . Or hardly any rust issues either . Nearly 8 years old .

[@flintcreektransport]

Interesting

[@tommyhall2535]

Good to see you again jystin hope you are doing great buddy it is a pretty truck good luck

[@handgunner1500]

I think, if the gov't actually wanted to help, they should force the manufacture to warranty the emissions for the life of the truck, or at least 2 million miles.

[@flintcreektransport]

That would be great !!!

[@bryanjohnson3736]

Just curious. How much do you get charged for a paint job?

[@flintcreektransport]

Not bad cause its just the roof panel and the 2 back sleeper panels to cover where the bunk extenders were

[@bryanjohnson3736]

Thanks for the response. Keep the videos coming. Been subscribed since the first 500!

[@flintcreektransport]

Thankyou !!

[@andrewknotts7806]

Have you consider any westerstar gliders?

[@flintcreektransport]

Not really. They don’t seem to hold the value

[@tomwinkle5536]

Regin maintenence can get very expensive. I love my 99 w900l with a 550 3406e

[@acd1202]

Your very fortunate having a government so relaxed about emissions. In the UK if an operator is caught with a truck deleted it's a fine, if your caught with your fleet deleted you get your operators licence (DOT authority) revoked permanently and the directors can expect to be banned for life of being a director of another trucking company.

[@flintcreektransport]

WOW

[@aldainsmith1866]

You will never regret this truck

[@werkspartsllc7856]

Have you tried the "Fluid Film" I mentioned before? Perfect truck to see how it prevents rust!

[@billupstateny9151]

Fine for winter stationary Ag equipment, On constant corrosion spray winter road trucks, not so much. Krone a better choice, min 2 applications per season.

[@chrispurtell5758]

Woolwax works good to.

[@flintcreektransport]

No..... we have not ... These trucks go down the road at 70 mph and the salt chips constantly hitting it will remove any film..... just my 2 cents

[@werkspartsllc7856]

@@flintcreektransport Most of the undercarriage isn't going to get direct hits from debris. You don't know what you are missing until you try it on one truck. I don't have a cent in it one way or another. But I can tell you it isn't as easy to get off as you are thinking!

[@billupstateny9151]

@@werkspartsllc7856 If so confident, buy the product & send it to them.

[@Fickoch]

thanks also for the bubblegum music at the end… Made me feel like ... truck

[@flintcreektransport]

😜

[@alvinjenkins8005]

Good choice on Glider. Informative video. Thanks Stay Safe

[@SireDragonChester]

CAT engine before 2007 or older are prob the best diesel turbo engines out there. I wish CAT would return back to big rigs with clean burning engines or biodiesel engines..

[@dans2167]

Great info! Thanks for putting it out there.

[@flintcreektransport]

Glad it was helpful!

[@michaeldunagan8268]

Your decision not to run trucks deleted I believe is a very good one because I also believe it is against federal law to tamper with emissions equipment on any vehicle whether it's trucks or cars.

[@danielhofer7386]

Nice video, Even if you paid to much for that Grey Kenworth, you got the clutch pedal of your choice, you told me you didn't like the Peterbilt Clutch pedal. I don't know why I'd even price something I won't buy other than using as a bargaining tool if the price is better than the Kenworth, but that well might work. I know one thing though if you do order a new truck you might have to wait several months to get one the manufacturers are way out there think Peterbilt is around 7 or 8 months out on a ordered truck. Good Luck & your spot on after 400,000 miles on a emission truck it's a crap shoot. The "Free Miles" are long gone.

[@johnhairfield849]

Why would it be advantageous for your company have an emission delete truck ?

[@flintcreektransport]

better fuel economy..... and no def fluid !!!!

[@avliathomas8175]

Not bad if u take good care of them they will blessed u in work u got a good deal

[@PATHFINDER4001]

Justin why not look into rhino shied for the frame then clear coat it . Maybe it will protect the frame a little longer.

[@flintcreektransport]

Its hard to get the moisture out completely before you apply and if its done with moisture trapped in it rusts faster

[@teebonetuna]

Just about broke me. Bought my truck at 495k not a good experience.

[@firemanricci1]

Have you ever thought about sending old trucks out to be refurbished? I work in the fire service and many departments will send older trucks out and when they come back they are essentially getting back a new old truck at a fraction of the cost of a brand new one.

[@flintcreektransport]

We do that some already. Mainly frames and new paint etc

[@amsoiladam]

I agree with you logic.

[@MoMonde]

Do you think, with the shortage of Drivers that the price of trucks will fall because the supply will increase due to trucks not being driven ?

[@flintcreektransport]

There is also a shortage to build the trucks...... shortage of tires... parts etc.... i think eventually things will level out !!!

[@petermckenna6093]

I'm in Europe and n14 is the way to go good engine I rebuit one for my own personal truck rebuild kits are cheap

[@brianburns7211]

Gliders are expensive. I wonder what the future market will be for rebuilt older trucks. Will it be cost effective? Over the last few years I’ve watched EZRIDER 359 rebuild his truck and put it back in revenue service. Maybe something that old is not financially worthwhile, but it worked for him. What do you think?

[@flintcreektransport]

There will def be a market for them. Price of used is already high !!!

[@williamcraig1505]

Should be alot in California, heard they just went all emissions trucks only

[@susansullivan9255]

We never buy second hand trucks 🚚. All of our trucks are bought outright brand new . Although now we are switching from scania to volvo now as the backup is far better. Plus volvo is 30k cheaper than scanias .

[@sethhilt2056]

Gliders are only going to get more and more expensive due to companies not making them anymore peterbilt made their last glider already. And the n14 is a great motor I've seen one dyno 95% of its original power at 1.7 million without an overhaul

[@dennymcclain1579]

No mistake but id ditch the 10 speed.

[@shoey64]

I heard you say you were looking for a flat top. Can you Elaborate on that. I mean do you think flat tops are better? Stay safe.

[@flintcreektransport]

They weigh a few less lbs. that’s the main reason..... and I think they look better

[@carlaustin7398]

Sounds like very good logic to me. Billy Bob looks very familiar to me...... ?

[@cw4558]

Nice buy Justin, your killing it building that fleet of yours... the truck looks clean. Stay safe out there brother🚛

[@flintcreektransport]

Thankyou

[@nasapeterbilt6042]

That N14 is a good engine I ran a N14 for 14 years to of them do an oil pump and rod and mains at about 350 k your good I put 1.2 million in my W900L before touching it and my 379 Pete 890k put duo fuel filters in it and ride my emissions truck was junk

[@nickbro9040]

National truck protection aftermarket warranty. Already paid for itself for me...

[@100realtorah3]

Let me use the truck for 8 months and I could tell you if you made a mistake buying it nice purchase man laugh out loud.

[@flintcreektransport]

Lol

[@pappybigbearUtqiagkia5840]

Every day. I run my 1987 Pet ext hood. Since 1987. It’s has flat top I replace. In 2009. When I did a complete rebuild. With a donor 1998 why I don’t buy new. I drive by tons of broke rigs with that emissions crap, Miles total 3 mil. On rebuild I put 300 k. I get dot smoke test 2x a month. 72 hr last few days. Got stop once. Good videos

[@flintcreektransport]

Wow be safe !! thankyou !!

[@alexcapuchinojr1288]

The n14 as a grea t motor

[@LT.X380]

This makes sense to me. Stay safe. God bless you.

[@Lagoyda50]

Try Fluid film