larrystg2
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I just brought home my very first Deuce. It is a 1986 model with the continental LDT 465-1D D turbo. It starts instantly and runs good up to about 1700rpm. But it seems gutless on any hills. It does not make black smoke under any load. This is my first experience with these trucks. Is it normal to have to downshift to 3rd on steep hills? The motor was depot rebuilt in 1990 and shows 1600 hours now. I gave 3000 for it and the trailer. I know it is not supposed to be a hot rod but it needs more power.