david wild Posted November 25, 2015 Share Posted November 25, 2015 Had many Pete's, many Mack's, expected Mack to ride rough so that is OK, Pete rode like crap and got rid of them, keep Mack, grass is not always greener on the other side. Besides there is nothing cooler than a RD or Super. 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42144-might-be-buying-a-pete-with-a-215-wheelbase-need-advice/page/4/#findComment-312955 Share on other sites More sharing options...
other dog Posted November 25, 2015 Share Posted November 25, 2015 It's all persanal preference in what you want and like. I've sat in many and it just doesn't fit me right. And I hate how the clutch peddle is also. Though I've never driven a C15 and I always hear once you drive one you will never want to drive anything else.This is true, I drove a 379 for a long time, and they're a hard truck to get comfortable in. It was a nice truck though, I liked it. 2 Quote Producer of poorly photo-chopped pictures since 1999. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42144-might-be-buying-a-pete-with-a-215-wheelbase-need-advice/page/4/#findComment-312959 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirtymilkman Posted November 25, 2015 Share Posted November 25, 2015 Anyone ever see a 379 with single exhaust, one air cleaner, steel wheels and a plain jane interior? Most hideous thing to drive and look at. Ever see a Mack with single exhaust, one air cleaner, steel wheels and a plain jane interior? 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42144-might-be-buying-a-pete-with-a-215-wheelbase-need-advice/page/4/#findComment-312979 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nobody454 Posted November 25, 2015 Share Posted November 25, 2015 that's funny! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42144-might-be-buying-a-pete-with-a-215-wheelbase-need-advice/page/4/#findComment-312983 Share on other sites More sharing options...
keg1 Posted November 26, 2015 Share Posted November 26, 2015 I'm driving a 379 now also , nice truck but it doesn't compare to the R model I had. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42144-might-be-buying-a-pete-with-a-215-wheelbase-need-advice/page/4/#findComment-312996 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Back In Black Pulling Posted November 26, 2015 Share Posted November 26, 2015 Have 4 at Petes at work don't like to drive or work on them, have to kill the door to get it to close right.Sorry to any pete guys on here just my opinion.I think you allready have work truck with class 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42144-might-be-buying-a-pete-with-a-215-wheelbase-need-advice/page/4/#findComment-312997 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post dds92780 Posted November 26, 2015 Author Popular Post Share Posted November 26, 2015 ] 5 Quote Slow and Steady Wins the Race! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42144-might-be-buying-a-pete-with-a-215-wheelbase-need-advice/page/4/#findComment-313011 Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlotpilot Posted November 26, 2015 Share Posted November 26, 2015 would upset me to get that one dirty 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42144-might-be-buying-a-pete-with-a-215-wheelbase-need-advice/page/4/#findComment-313016 Share on other sites More sharing options...
dds92780 Posted November 26, 2015 Author Share Posted November 26, 2015 Dont get me wrong. If the perfect superliner came along with an e7 400Came along with a 13 speed and air ride and 390-417 gearing came along i would pay top dollar but i got tired of looking and the pete will hold its value till now. I just couldnt find a superliner that I wanted 1 Quote Slow and Steady Wins the Race! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42144-might-be-buying-a-pete-with-a-215-wheelbase-need-advice/page/4/#findComment-313053 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeff M Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 I agree with what a previous poster said about Petes being like Harleys. There's a lot about a Pete that's "retro" and that's the problem IMHO. Visibility when backing is tough (if you have a sleeper). I don't care for those pedals. Wipers are archaic, as is the hvac system. If you run a bug shield and like to sit on the floor you'll lose the vehicle in front of you in heavy traffic (be aware of THAT!). They do, however, look very nice, and that's the key for a lot of folks. Having said all that, I wish you the best of luck with your new Pete. It appears to be a looker. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42144-might-be-buying-a-pete-with-a-215-wheelbase-need-advice/page/4/#findComment-313193 Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterMack Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 I was just thinking about BJ's trailer as soon as I started reading this thread.I think he waited over 10 weeks and I'll have to ask him again but I'm pretty sure he said he wouldn't deal with Kens again.I've always head the trailer is what makes the difference. I know BJ said its night and day difference between his spring ride steel and his air ride aluminum. And if you do order new, get the lift axle like BJ did. Makes sense since you are empty all the time.I heard Trailstars are junk. I'd only think about MAC or East. BJ's is a MAC.And I know of someone else that was talking about buying the Underhill truck.I think they just over promised on the delivery date. It came in a month later than expected but otherwise I think everything else was fine. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42144-might-be-buying-a-pete-with-a-215-wheelbase-need-advice/page/4/#findComment-313211 Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterMack Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 a friend of mine got a E-Pak steel trailer. looks nice. haven't really had a chance to look it over, but he's pretty particular about his stuffI'm just gonna take a guess, your talking about Tommy Powell. His new trailer looks nice. I don't think they are giving thoseE-Pak's away. They came with a hefty price tag. I see they are making the big trailers as well. Saw a couple at Louisville this year. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42144-might-be-buying-a-pete-with-a-215-wheelbase-need-advice/page/4/#findComment-313213 Share on other sites More sharing options...
PeterMack Posted November 27, 2015 Share Posted November 27, 2015 Well, I just brought the truck home tonight! Tricky at first with having an electronic throttle but ill get used to it. So far I like it Tons of torque down low. The mack isn't bad compared to it. Mack fits me like a glove but the pete is a whole other truck. Ill post pics if anyone wants to seeTruck looks good. Hope it works out for you. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42144-might-be-buying-a-pete-with-a-215-wheelbase-need-advice/page/4/#findComment-313214 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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