Hi everybody first time posting , I just bought 2003 freightliner century series 60 it says 470 hp on engine so I think it is 470 with 12.7 l Im also pretty sure it's pre egr because it's 2002 engine. I paid $17000 for the truck today. So what you guys think it's good truck and good deal I got and it's my first time buying Truck . Btw it has 650k miles on it . I drove it it really drives nice . Any advice what to get done before I put this Truck on road . Thanks in advance .
2003 freightliner century
Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by RamboJatt, Aug 26, 2012.
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Kind of late to ask now, isn't it? You already bought the horse.
What Gizmo said, but I'd follow that up with a "trusted" mechanic, and pay him what he asks, to do a thorough complete inspection (hope you have money left) to make sure everything is as good as it can be.
What you spend now asking him to go over and fault everything is one less thing that DOT can fault you for (pay now or pay later)....leaking oil, air leaks, exhaust leaks, spacers between brake air lines, proper hanging of air lines at back of truck, retro reflective markings (tape and reflectors), headlights, running lights, turn/hazard signals, ABS light system and parts, leveling valve, brake linings, canisters, drums, seals, everything and anything. Believe it or not, I saw a DOT on a company I was looking at that got them for elongated wheel bolt holes.
In other words, ask him to cost you money now...ahead of time so you're paying for the repairs instead of the repairs and the fines....and the points.
It's best to know you're in as good a shape as you can be now. Reduced breakdowns as you're trying to make money, and a better sense of confidence in your ride to perform as you need and want it to.
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