Any 915 and 916 pics or videos?

[grunex125]

Outside of the usual dealer furnished videos online, does anyone have any pics of their 915's and 916's I'm interested in possibly buying one for a grain hauler, mostly looking for applications where they are used and how they've been put to work. I'm leaving this thread open for all discussion so long as it pertains to this series of trucks. Thanks in advance.

 

[goodguyzy]

Here are a few. Check out my for sale add also.

 

[wreckerman893]

Here is a pic of one of my former M915's (since pimped off) that I used to pull my van trailer to shows with. On of my big complaints with the older M915/916/917's etc. is having to stand on my head to work on a lot of things in the engine compartment. I have actually taken the front tires off to make it easier to get to the starter and alternator.

 

[grunex125]

Here is a pic of one of my former M915's (since pimped off) that I used to pull my van trailer to shows with. On of my big complaints with the older M915/916/917's etc. is having to stand on my head to work on a lot of things in the engine compartment. I have actually taken the front tires off to make it easier to get to the starter and alternator.

I haven't been up close to many of these trucks yet at all and I'm on a fact finding mission, I appreciate the info for sure. From what I gather these units used an Allison auto trans behind a Detroit 60 would this be something that could easily be swapped out for say a 13 speed fuller? what kinds of changes are needed to DOT the truck if any?
sorry for the questions, I know I can be a pita, just would like to make the right choice is all.

 

[NDT]

The $4000 line haul trucks have Cummins NTC400 BCIII's driving 5 speed HT750 Allisons. The $10,000 and up are the Freightliners with the 60 Series. All of them are DOT ready. Search "M915" on this site, lots of hits of folks using the trucks for hauling grain and corn. The 5 speed Allisons do great at this. Just can't run over 60 mph, which for most people is not a huge issue, and it results in 7-8 mpg as well.

 

[wreckerman893]

The first M915's had the 400 Cummins with the 16 speed Cat (semi-automatic) Transmission. They would run with the big civilian trucks. If I can find one I'm going to grab it.

 

[goodguyzy]

My 916 has the 400 with cat 7155 tranny. It takes some getting used to and my truck likes 58 on the interstate. I wish my 1070 would go that fast.

 

[grunex125]

Hey thanks guys!! your input is greatly appreciated! Any and all comments are welcome, I'm just listening to what you guys have to say about them for now and I'll have questions for you soon.

 

[11Echo]

My M915A1 would run 63 on the highway. It's equipped with the Cummins 400 Big cam III, Allison automatic, 3 stage jake brake, and Detroit No-Spin in the forward drive axle.

 

[Old Lincoln County Iron]

The first M915's had the 400 Cummins with the 16 speed Cat (semi-automatic) Transmission. They would run with the big civilian trucks. If I can find one I'm going to grab it.

I know where one is at. Its for sale last I heard. Came outta Ft Riley, and towed an M915A1 here to New Mexico.

 

[Old Lincoln County Iron]

Grunex125 if you go to my profile and look at my albums, you will see recovery pics of both my M915A1's.

 

[wreckerman893]

I know where one is at. Its for sale last I heard. Came outta Ft Riley, and towed an M915A1 here to New Mexico.

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