Scott & Kat

So I'll start with, we don't own a HDT, yet - but it's a planned purchase soon. We've been to a few rallys and we even got a chance to drive one the Parking lot in Hutchinson. Thanks! I know I can get a Class A permit (we live in Texas), buy an HDT and then take the driving course, but I was thinking about taking a Professional Truck Driving course at the local college. What I would like to get out of it is the experience and confidence to drive an HDT - regardless of the traffic conditions. My kids both took a Performance Driving Experience when they were learning to drive and I know they are better drivers because of it. I'm looking for something similar. I'm sure they will teach portions I'm not interested in like the Federal DOT rules and driving logs, but my mind is already cluttered with useless facts, so a bit more won't hurt. I'm on the fence over this and I'm looking for thoughts and opinions.

I appreciate the responses so far, thanks. Dealer does not have any of the Maintenance records other than the Transmission and Turbo replacement. He's willing to do the Overhead to close the deal. I have the build sheet and it lists (among many other things, ), TUXB1X - Diff. Lock Interaxle only. Kevin, is this the same as a locking differential? I would assume this offers the same benefit in passenger cars and trucks, right? Both wheels would spin in a loss of traction event. The term Interaxle only throws me here.

Fresh off the ECR and I'm currently considering a 2015 Volvo 730. Specs are 622k miles, has I Shift with 2.64 gear and Overdrive. D13 Engine. No APU. Transmission and Turbo were replaced last year. Is this normal or indicative of abnormal wear and tear? The plan would be to single it and add a bed later and make it a Hauler. Cost is $47,500. My gut tells me it's an okay deal, but not great. I'm thinking we can do better, am I crazy or realistic? If we took the the next step, we would request a dyno test and a fluid test. I also would look into the Provenance, if available. Thoughts?

Hi Randy, I plan to be there. I have the plug.