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Originally Posted by Papa Rick
I have a 1985 Freightliner Day cab with a 350 big cam Cummings engine, mileage unknown, but will soon have to make a decision on to:
1. Rebuild
2. Buy a Used Engine
3. Buy a Rebuilt Engine
I haul logs for a living, longest radius I go one way is 150 miles, and avg 1500 to 2000 miles a week. The reason I am asking this question is the 350 seems to be losing some of its get up and go.
I know it has quite a few miles on it, but am unsure as to what would be my best route.
1. How much money do you want to spend?
2. How long are you going to keep the truck?
3. Would the engine rebuild be worth more than the truck and does the 21 year old truck have enough life left in it?
I've been in this situation before as have other guys that I know. You may be better off buying another tractor, keeping this one and fixing it later. I have regretted getting rid of every tractor that I got rid of. Should just keep them, make repairs, and keep them close to home. Good luck with your decision.