Will it start? Mitsubishi 8DC9-1A V8 Diesel

[@Brad_The_Truckie]

Love the old narrow cab trucks, that Mack looked nice and original and if it could talk would tell some wild stories.

[@stevesplacedownunder]

Yes mate so do I. That Mack is a good truck. There’s a video of us using it to fill my dam. It’s in the video where I use my other Louisville

[@Brad_The_Truckie]

@@stevesplacedownunder thanks man I’ll check it and the new video out

[@benwinstanley101]

“While we got the cab up we’re letting to many out 😂”

[@yusufpribadi9574]

My dad used to drive one Mitsubishi Fuso The Great. It has 8DC9-3AT2 (Twin-Turbocharger Intercooler) with 440 PS of power. He hauled heavy steels with throughout Java, Indonesia. He and me love V8s 😁

[@stevesplacedownunder]

Hi mate sorry for the late reply. Yes that would of been a great truck. I’ve traveled a lot through south east Asia and are a lot of these v8s still hauling over there. Great to see. Thanks for reaching out

[@IchliebeHunde58]

Love the trucks. V8 diesels have their own, raw, awesome, unique sound. Thanks for sharing the video and I look forward to more, mate.

[@lwilcox7418]

Always loved the sound of the V8 Mitsubishi's and Fuso's 👍

[@stevesplacedownunder]

Hi mate yeah before that injector leak it was a very nice sounding truck.

[@andrewking4885]

I remember the Fuso's when I was a kid . The sound of the turbos when changing gears etc. UDs were a bit like that too. As I lived right beside the Bruce Highway.

[@stevesplacedownunder]

Yes mate they certainly sound good

[@JBT_Fishing]

That's Fuso the Great, the power of this truck is awesome and still work hard right now in my country

[@stevesplacedownunder]

Hi mate thanks for comment. What country are you talking about where you are using these trucks?

[@JBT_Fishing]

I am from Indonesia, many Mitsubishi truck Fuso the great F series still using in logging and other expedition job,example for Fuso the great FP 6x2 using for Hauling 45 tonnes in cement

[@stevesplacedownunder]

Great stuff mate. I had another bloke from Indonesia also saying they like them over there. That’s a good load for one of these trucks

[@JBT_Fishing]

@@stevesplacedownunder oke sir

[@Apinture]

In japan also called Fuso The Great and global section called Fuso F series, and btw the power of 8dc9 is about 310ps :)

[@stevesplacedownunder]

Hi mate thanks. Yes the later model ones here are badged as fuso. I didn’t think they were a lot of horsepower. I’ve never really had anything to do with one apart from this. I’d like to own a good condition one though

[@hughwolfe8524]

How large are they, engine displacement???

[@stevesplacedownunder]

I think they are 16 litres mate. Somebody correct me if I’m wrong.

[@Apinture]

@@hughwolfe8524 is about 16,031cc, yes 16 litres

[@jimdieseldawg3435]

Always surprises me how long Japanese trucks stuck with big-capacity, non-turbo engines; particularly since Japan is kinda hilly… I guess the lower heat output meant a smaller heat-exchanger and hence a lower cab. Even the ‘90s British-market Hino FY275 8x4 tipper chassis had a 15.8-litre straight-six nat-asp at 270bhp while the competition offered 9-10 litre turbo sixes at 290ish bhp. I hope someone is saving the best of these quirky and respectable beasts 🙂

[@jantzangeloarenas3524]

That kind of trucks are really sought after here in the Philippines because we Filipinos really prefer manual injection pump engines because they are really easy to work on and the reliability of it because we really use trucks a lot here. We get surplus trucks from Japan with over a million kilometers and then convert it to LHD. As long as it is well maintained, those surplus trucks that we got from Japan can run another million kilometer and even more.

[@jantzangeloarenas3524]

And also to add, we love these kinds of engines because of the power it gives. Not gonna lie, we tend to overload here that's why we need the power.

[@stevesplacedownunder]

Hi mate great comments. Yes I’d rather these mechanical engines as well. More realisable and can be repaired on the road. Any Japanese stuff is good reliable equipment. I have no doubt that you will get that many kms out of them. They are fairly steady but strong and reliable.

[@robertwa1975]

Japanese trucks of this size are completely unknown in Europe! The heaviest Japanese model available in Europe is the Fuso Canter with a maximum permissible gross weight of 8.5 tons! But most trucks from Japan do not have a maximum permissible gross weight over 3.5 tons!

[@stevesplacedownunder]

We get very heavy spec Japanese trucks here mate and very powerful with operators and owners

[@jontaylor1652]

Thanks for another good one Steve. Good channel this is, I'm enjoying it.

[@stevesplacedownunder]

Thanks Jon

[@jemetoumi7304]

The sound of the engine that give like (tik tik tik).. i think its leaking under the injector ..leakng ear ... nyway.. it is very good video like the vids befor .. nd the V8 always very nice nd if you try Iveco 330-35 .. omg i drove it befor sooo nice engine sound nd powerful... greetings from libya🇱🇾

[@stevesplacedownunder]

Very good mate thanks for watching. Yes I did mention the leak was under the injector. I’m glad you liked the video. Great stuff very nice sound and powerful.

[@Herts1874]

Another good one steve .

[@stevesplacedownunder]

Thanks Keith it’s not bad mate.

[@paulholmes2750]

Good video Steve keep em coming 👍 I’m busy with the rugby this week 👍

[@stevesplacedownunder]

I will Paul don’t worry mate there will be plenty more

[@keepontruckinoutlawlife1248]

You have a lot of cool RIG'S appreciate ya driv,ah

[@stevesplacedownunder]

thanks mate yes there are some good ones here

[@davidnelson6893]

That was a lot of work those trucks are cool

[@stevesplacedownunder]

Thanks for watching David 🙏🙏🙏

[@ncpcast]

Those Miits went really well, down hill with tail wind.

[@stevesplacedownunder]

I’ve never driven one mate. Some say they were big power but most Japanese stuff I have driven is fairly steady

[@rodneymccrae9232]

Top video mate can't wait for the next one love the stuff you are into top stuff and cool as

[@stevesplacedownunder]

Hi Rodney thanks for the kind words mate. Theres plenty more to come so stay tuned

[@rodneymccrae9232]

@@stevesplacedownunder love the old stuff mate I only 50 but remains me when I was a little kid And this stuff was nearly new keep up the good work old kid you are a legend

[@zonie1953]

I've never seen a Mitsey V8 anything up here ! Of course , we have Mitsubishi , but they never made it into the main stream up here ! Your buddies white Mack looks to be the same cab as my old mans Brockway truck from 1965 ! That Mitsubishi does sound good except for the injector leak . Good work as always mate ! Look forward to next time . Cheers

[@stevesplacedownunder]

hi mate yeah I'm not sure where they were used in the world but certainly had them in Australia. My mates mack is a beautiful truck Scott. The Mitsy sounds like the v8 cummins before the injector seal blew out. Thanks again mate

[@deepanjalimaharaj3807]

Mitsubishi fuso very powerful snd and strong trucks, Really capable and reliable.

[@stevesplacedownunder]

Hi mate yes great trucks

[@colinwheeler4166]

She sounds like an old hit and miss stationary engine on turn over. I'm amazed U don't have an ultraliner mack in Ur collection. To go with the R and Flitstone.

[@stevesplacedownunder]

It’s blown the seal out under an injector mate. I can’t afford an ultraliner, especially to sit there with those ones,they worth a bit of money now. If I could afford one it would be up in the shed with my other good ones.

[@mattniggli9661]

Sounds like a bad powerstroke trying to start

[@drewmurray2583]

You said weather, then whether right after. That doesn't happen often...

[@ernienievares4944]

Here in the Philippines a lot of fuzo 8dc9 engine is good and strong engine..

[@stevesplacedownunder]

Hi mate yes I believe there were those over there. When I first started going to Singapore they were a very common truck over there too. I’m sure they are a great engine.

[@roosthrower]

I can't believe it started so easy, good eng the V8, kato excavators had same eng. Looks like one of John robars old crane borers. Where is it going to the scrap recyclers or india.

[@stevesplacedownunder]

Back to my mates place. He still use it for fence strainer posts in rocky areas

[@R.Sole88109]

Another mint video mate👌🏻🍺🙂

[@stevesplacedownunder]

Thanks partner stay around for more

[@R.Sole88109]

@@stevesplacedownunder Fuck yeah mate.👍🏻 Glad to see your subs are spooling up. So keep doing what you're doing and fuck the haters🖕🏻😄

[@joethanks3745]

Hey Steve great video👍👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@stevesplacedownunder]

hi Joe glad you enjoyed it mate

[@benschlack5814]

I like the white Mack buddy

[@stevesplacedownunder]

Yes, mate it's a nice truck

[@robertstevison1448]

Awesome morning here in the USA state of Mississippi !!! New subscriber !!! Have enjoyed the videos so far !!! Look forward to seeing all of them as you post each one !!! Hope yall have an awesome day !!!! It's 0845 hrs in mississippi USA !!!!

[@stevesplacedownunder]

Hi Robert and welcome to the channel mate thanks for subscription. Id love to go there one day for a look mate. Its 11.30am as I'm replying here in Sydney. great to talk to blokes from all around the world. Stay tuned mate as the channel hopefully grows and gets better

[@robertstevison1448]

@@stevesplacedownunder oh yea for brother !!! As I would enjoy a visit to Australia as well !!!! I have always enjoyed seeing the big rigs rolling across the flats with the train of trailers behind them !!!! Hope yall have an awesome day mate !!!! Great to see drivers from around the world doing what we do best !!!!

[@stevesplacedownunder]

Thanks for the great comments Robert. Good to have you part of the channel

[@robertstevison1448]

Watching again this was when I first found your channel have enjoyed every moment of every video and very much looking forward to the coming years of your shared adventures little brother and family

[@mick00000000002]

If spend time and do correct old mack will live with out you. )))) get air tank start sealed. And all air lines.... ) and 5 air regulators spare. I dont know why but allways fail. Plus get a spare air regulator. Thay fail as bad as the regulator for air to start. Over pressure tanks. Will go with a bang. My experience. Take care old mate. I appreciate your video. ) mick )

[@stevesplacedownunder]

Hi Mick thanks for advice and the comments mate. That Mack is in good condition at the moment but did a bit of work to it. Thanks for watching mate

[@user-zp6go8tm8u]

MITSUBISHI　FUSO THE GREAT

[@stevesplacedownunder]

Sure is mate

[@user-zp6go8tm8u]

@@stevesplacedownunder MITSUBISHI　Ｆｕｓｏ V8 BIG　Power

[@prevost8686]

👍

[@ikhwanmv3819]

Hello bro 👋🇮🇩

[@stevesplacedownunder]

Hey bro 😃😃😃👋👋👋

[@oldrigsdownunder7301]

I reckon you need a slimline F model son

[@stevesplacedownunder]

i most certainly do son indeed. you know where i can get one?

[@rossbryan6102]

YOUR WHITE TANDEM LOOKS LIKE A NICE RIG!! DO YOU HAPPEN TO HAVE ANY AUTOCAR TRUCKS IN YOUR AREA?? NEVER SAW OR HEARD OF A MITSUBISHI V-8 DIESEL HERE IN THE STATES!!

[@stevesplacedownunder]

Yes mate thanks it is a nice truck. Not a great deal of power but that’s how they were. I did have an autocar myself at one stage but it was rusted beyond repair. The motor out of it is now the Detroit that’s in the White. I gave what was left of it(except the bonnets and grill) to another bloke that was building one so yeah there are a few. Not many. I don’t know that they went to America the mitsy v8. They were all through Australia and Asia I know that.

[@rossbryan6102]

THX FOR RESPONSE! I AM PRES OF THE AUTOCAR TRUCK CLUB IN THE STATES! ARE YOU A MEMBER OF ATHS? AMERICAN TRUCK HISTORICAL SOCIETY! YOU A MEMBER??

[@stevesplacedownunder]

Are you really mate? That’s something you certainly don’t hear over here. There are still a few around Sydney, obviously more around Australia. No I’m not a member. A mate of mine over here is. What is the benefit of an Australian bloke being a member and obviously living in Australia?

[@rossbryan6102]

@@stevesplacedownunder ACTUALLY THERE ARE A BUNCH OF AUSSIES AND NEW ZEALAND MEMBERS! NOT SURE OF NUMBERS BUT WELL OVER 100! IAN WATSON IN BOLINDA VICTORIA IS AN ATHS REPRESENTATIVE FOR ALL OF AUSTRALIA, AND IS A FRIEND OF MINE! YOU MIGHT GOOGLE UP ATHS AUSTRALIA AND GET MORE INFORMATION!

[@stevesplacedownunder]

Yeah okay mate I should look into it. Would be great to go over there and have a look around

[@tylee3440]

What are you doing with the truck

[@stevesplacedownunder]

It’s working at the moment putting in fence strainer posts

[@cantwellron11]

Them Mitzi V8 aren't about little jiggs drove one as water truck do wheel stands if ya give it to much there ust be lot in NZ big banga in day of NZ trucking CHEERS STEVE

[@stevesplacedownunder]

I've never had anything to do with one mate apart from this one. I'd like to give her a go with a load on it

[@darkwingduck3320]

I allway's found bits a missin uncomfortable compared to UD's and hino's 😂

[@stevesplacedownunder]

I think uds are very uncomfortable. I have only been in those and Isuzu trucks in the jap range

[@darkwingduck3320]

@@stevesplacedownunder i used to run airfreight in a 6ton UD had the big turbo big brakes twin tanks and highway diff. Used to spin the wheels in 3rd gear in the wet topped out at 140ish although cough cough i never went that fast🤣

[@stevesplacedownunder]

It sure did by the sounds of it

[@izaacbanks3337]

any of your gear for sale?

[@stevesplacedownunder]

Hi mate. Not at this stage. I’m still collecting

[@izaacbanks3337]

@@stevesplacedownunder ok you have some good stuff there

[@stevesplacedownunder]

I do mate yeah. Some is too far gone but I still like it around

[@jimsbagels1991]

job's a good 'un

[@cantwellron11]

Is the F model Mack 320 cool power real good motor R/T no sweat

[@stevesplacedownunder]

its a 285 Ron

[@cantwellron11]

@@stevesplacedownunder I drove one them same wid 871 and ten stud steel wheels come from Woomera Mack that is couldn't get away from screamer,s

[@kaboebikabeb7331]

very shakey camera work

[@user-zn6ez2ze7f]

Паравозы

[@terriblet4145]

watched for 2 minutes and had to stop. Quit swinging the camera around like a drunk sailer on leave... Krickey...

[@stevesplacedownunder]

Terribly upsetting mate. I really hope you will be okay 😘