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Old 08-17-2009, 11:05 AM   #15
rdlamb
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univmd:

1. what engine do you have? In 2007 the choices were a 330 hp Mercedes or a 400 hp ISL Cummins. Either engine, in the posts on this subject, note that the engine's temperature stays relatively stable.

2. Do you have an engine monitor panel, that provides actual engine temperature readings? My 400 ISL stays below the center mark on the gauge, even in Arizona summer heat w/ac blasting away.

3. The irv2 site you threaded is an excellent site. But, the posts vary on their individual engine's performance.

My worry is that unless this is stated as normal by either Freightliner or Cummins, or Mercedes; should an overheating problem destroy your engine you may experience problems having warranty work performed.

Again, the best course of action, IMHO, is a trip to Freightliner.

Also, if you are not a member, this site is fantastic when wondering about your chassis.

http://www.freightlinerchassisownersclub.org/

Within that site is this thread, related to engine cooling:
http://www.freightlinerchassisownersclu ... %20Ltr.pdf

Again, note the ominous statement exonerating Freightliner from paying for warranty work.



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