Mechanics
I find it amusing when mechanics tell me, “they work on more Freightliners than any other trucks”. My response is always, “I would hope so… there are more Freightliners sold than any other brand”. Also, large numbers of Freightliners are sold to fleets. Therefore, many take abuse and are not cared for properly. Owner Operators often take better care of their trucks. They are the person directly paying the bills.. Being an owner operator, I do my best to keep my trucks clean, neat and well serviced. I have had less down-time and less maintenance issues than friends who have purchased other “brands” during the same time period. The Freightliners I’ve owned in the past have kept me on the road making money… not in the “shop”.
February 9, 2009 at 9:12 pm
You are absolutly correct about the freightliner being dependable, and just in case it does have an issue the detroit or cummuns engins are easy to find parts for. We drove a volvo for a while and even tho it had an amazing smooth and quiet ride, if it broke down you may as well rent a car and go on vacation. You were going to be broke down a long time. We have a 2005 “Prime” freightliner and we love it. But hope we can upgrade to a newer truck someday. I enjoy reading your adventures since I am simi-retired and staying home a while. My hubby is driving solo while I care for our ageing parents. Great pictures too.