Mxsledder Posted October 11, 2015 Share Posted October 11, 2015 I own a t800 I use to pull an end dump. I gross 80-90 thousand pounds. I'm looking to add another truck to the fleet. I love my t800, it's been an outstanding truck but I'm not looking to spend so much on this one. I'm looking at a ch613 with really low miles in the 30-40 thousand dollar range. Another forum I visit said to make sure and get an Al engine. What would be the best, most durable motor and transmission for my application? Thanks in advance Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42154-considering-a-mack/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keffer inc Posted October 11, 2015 Share Posted October 11, 2015 I've had good luck with my E7 380HP, but my truck is older, '99. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42154-considering-a-mack/#findComment-307033 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hatcity Posted October 11, 2015 Share Posted October 11, 2015 I believe it should be AVOID the AI2001 or older with an E7..can't go wrong Quote Success is only a stones throw away.................................................................for a Palestinian Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42154-considering-a-mack/#findComment-307038 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mxsledder Posted October 11, 2015 Author Share Posted October 11, 2015 That's great to know. Would you go for the 427 or 460? Thanks for your help guys Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42154-considering-a-mack/#findComment-307055 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hatcity Posted October 11, 2015 Share Posted October 11, 2015 I have the 427/10 spd Fuller...no problems motorwise at 758,000460 are good too Quote Success is only a stones throw away.................................................................for a Palestinian Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42154-considering-a-mack/#findComment-307073 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mxsledder Posted October 11, 2015 Author Share Posted October 11, 2015 What year is your truck and have you been happy with it? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42154-considering-a-mack/#findComment-307103 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hatcity Posted October 11, 2015 Share Posted October 11, 2015 2001...as I said, no problems.usual maint. stuff, fan, water pump, did have the center section of exhaust manifold break. Coolant hose here and there.BUT have not had to open motor at all Quote Success is only a stones throw away.................................................................for a Palestinian Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42154-considering-a-mack/#findComment-307122 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mxsledder Posted October 11, 2015 Author Share Posted October 11, 2015 Sounds like a good truck. Any years to stay away from? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42154-considering-a-mack/#findComment-307123 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hatcity Posted October 12, 2015 Share Posted October 12, 2015 2002 and upactually, the newer ones with MP series are good. Just make sure the bugs got worked out of them.get the vin# and go to a MACK dealer. They can pull it up and tell you what was done/not done.BUT, that is if it were done at a MACK shop. Quote Success is only a stones throw away.................................................................for a Palestinian Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42154-considering-a-mack/#findComment-307130 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ekennedy21 Posted October 12, 2015 Share Posted October 12, 2015 if you can, stay away from anything built after nov. 2007 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42154-considering-a-mack/#findComment-307131 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ekennedy21 Posted October 12, 2015 Share Posted October 12, 2015 a friend of mine bought a new granite this spring with a mp7 405 hp and it has been a nightmare!!!! Towed 7 times brought into the dealer several other times. Injectors replaced, regen system replaced and computer replaced and it still won't run right. Mack promised him a new truck if they didn't get it right the next time several brake downs ago but haven't come through. They are currently sending a tech to his shop to run a regen cycle manually with a lap top to get him through the week with it. They are only getting it to complete a 30% regen. They told him that if he had financed it they would have helped him out with the payments during all the down time but since he payed cash he is SOL. STAY AWAY FROM THE MP MOTORS! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42154-considering-a-mack/#findComment-307133 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ekennedy21 Posted October 12, 2015 Share Posted October 12, 2015 and all that fun for a mere $180,000 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42154-considering-a-mack/#findComment-307135 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirtymilkman Posted October 12, 2015 Share Posted October 12, 2015 Mp's are a good engine. Good engine brakes. They had injector issues but I have never had any trouble with mine. I change fuel filters at every oil change. Just never buy a 2004 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42154-considering-a-mack/#findComment-307167 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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