fatboy Posted September 7, 2019 Share Posted September 7, 2019 First thing, Thanks for accepting me into the forum. I have been in the oilfield drilling Industry for 25+ years now and work is slowing down once again. Getting tired of the feast or famine that the oilfield delivers and tired of being away from my family for weeks/months at a time. I have a good chance on getting on with a local big construction contractor (Highway, building, etc). They are in need of Tandem dump truck owner operators. What should I be looking as far as chassis, suspension, gearing, horsepower and so forth. Only info I can get is from the salesman at the dealership. Thankfully I am approved thru the bank to get what I want. I am looking at a 2015 Mack Pinnacle CHU613 with MP8 with 445HP engine and Auto Trans. 13,200 lb front axle, 40,000 lb rears and 3.56 gearing. Truck has 366,000 miles. Will this be the right combination? Not sure if this is the right truck and I don't know if the salesman is just in it for the sale and not looking out for my best interest. I live in east Texas, mostly flat ground and rolling hills. I appreciate any input I can get anyone. Thanks! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58920-newbie-here/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
hatcity Posted September 7, 2019 Share Posted September 7, 2019 Front is too lite you should be looking at 18-20 fronts and 44 rears either heavy single frame or double Quote Success is only a stones throw away.................................................................for a Palestinian Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58920-newbie-here/#findComment-431656 Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatboy Posted September 7, 2019 Author Share Posted September 7, 2019 Thanks for teaching me hatcity! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58920-newbie-here/#findComment-431659 Share on other sites More sharing options...
j hancock Posted September 8, 2019 Share Posted September 8, 2019 Welcome! Ask around some of the other drivers to get a feel for what specs are being run in your area. Quote JimIt doesn't cost anything to pay attention. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58920-newbie-here/#findComment-431697 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted September 8, 2019 Share Posted September 8, 2019 Welcome aboard and good luck.Can’t help you much I’ve been running freight just about all my life...bobSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58920-newbie-here/#findComment-431705 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maxidyne Posted September 9, 2019 Share Posted September 9, 2019 The Pinnacle was never intended to be used as a heavy straight truck. If you're looking for a tractor it will work, though a Granite would be better if you go off paved roads much. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58920-newbie-here/#findComment-431711 Share on other sites More sharing options...
fatboy Posted September 9, 2019 Author Share Posted September 9, 2019 (edited) Thanks for the replies. After hatcitys comment I started looking at the granites now and agree with you Maxidyne, the granite seems to fit the bill. I am now searching for the right Granite. I really want to thank each one of you for your help. Keep the comment's coming. Thanks again! Edited September 9, 2019 by fatboy Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/58920-newbie-here/#findComment-431717 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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