'86 PT38

[Harold]

Steve,
The 8v92 is a very common engine. You won't have any trouble finding
qualified shops. There is a very good shop in Nephi, UT. "Doyles".
It's just across I-15,(north side) from the Flying J. You mentioned
Freightliner.....You might have to wait a while to get into one of
their shops. Vegas will be more expensive than going towards Salt lake
for repairs.
You also ask about power range,etc. 8v92's run about the same power
range as your cat. All in all their isn't any problem operating a
detroit. They were used as fleet engines for years untill being
replaced by the detroit 60 series engines.
Harold
'85FC35
Upham. Ca.



--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "trvlngnrs"
wrote:
> >Let us know if there is anything you might need
>
> Boy, I was waiting for this:-)
>
> I understand this is a 2 stroke engine. Is there anything different
in
> driving it compared to a 4 stroke? The Cat 330hp in my '03 Dutch
Star
> was pretty idiot proof. What RPM range do you keep it in? Approx
what
> RPM is peak torque? How many MPG at 65mph? Is the 8V92 DD a tricky
> engine, or can most diesel mecahnics work on it? We just moved to
St.
> George, UT. I haven't noticed any DD mechanics here, but I know Las
> Vegas Freightliner works on them (2 hours away).
>
> I'm understanding this coach will weigh upwards of 38,000 lbs. Is
> there anything beyond utilizing common sense that I'll need to be
> aware of?
>
> TIA,
> Steve Harrie