The Last Good Year For OTR Truck Engines?

The Last Good Year For OTR Truck Engines?

03-02-2008, 03:19 PM

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RHestand

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The Last Good Year For OTR Truck Engines?

Just for fun and curiosity, I've been shopping for a used Class 8 OTR truck.
From what I've read, it seems that about 2003 the Feds. raised the smog control requirements on these trucks, but I'm not sure about the year, and or what was changed or effected.
It's possible I could be in the market for a truck like this in the near future, and would like to concentrate on the latest model without all the added smog equip.
You current and former OTR guys have been very helpfull with all your ideas, opinions, and info. in responding to all my questions from my previous threads regarding OTR stuff. So if you can help me with these questions I would be forever grateful.
Thanks again,
Ray

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