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Emery (142.59.229.41)
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Saturday, January 12, 2002 - 11:53 am: | |
Have a line on a near new Cat 3126 c/w an Allison 2000 series automatic transmission. 77,000 km (46,000 miles for you 'Mericans) total since new. Plan to put it in a 35' MCI 96. 230 hp vs 135 on the old 4-71 Detroit, 5spd electronic automatic, power steering and over the road air con plus tons of other bits and pieces. Is this a practical power train for a 27,000 pound GVW coach. Any comments appreciated! |
jim mci-9 (209.240.222.32)
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Saturday, January 12, 2002 - 2:40 pm: | |
the 3126 is a good choice for meduim duty trucks....with it bieng electronic, a caterpillar dealer can tailor it to your drivetrain....there may be some interesting engenering to make the aftercoler fit....but it oughta work ok.....i work for a caterpilar dealer.... i can help you find out stuff about the engine if you'll send me the serial number... jim |
Jayjay (207.30.115.168)
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Sunday, January 13, 2002 - 12:43 am: | |
It 'oughta go like stink! ...JJ |
Emery (142.59.229.41)
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Sunday, January 13, 2002 - 12:11 pm: | |
Thanks Jim, have two ideas for the rad/aftercooler. One choice is to mount in the original position above the engine (coach has a roof scoop and ducting) using a hydraulic fan. The more likely is a side mount near the original battery position with hydraulic or miter box drive on the fan. Will send you the serial no. by e-mail |