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    Volvo Manual to Auto Change Info needed

    Thanks for the advise! The truck is sitting up in Canada as I write this, it was half way to the Niagara border when the driver had problems,it has a clutch problem and a throttle fault light. They changed the peddle, but the problem still persists, they are trying to troubleshoot the wiring. I...
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    Volvo Manual to Auto Change Info needed

    I am in the process of buying a 95 Volvo tractor truck with a Volvo engine and transmission. It has the air-assist clutch that from what I understand can be a real pain when they dont work correctly. I am thinking of installing an Allison Transmission in the truck. Does anyone have any info on...
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    Is This 1998 FL70 worth 20K?

    geo, Good advise, I will adhere to it. I used to pull a 38' fifth wheel with a 460 gas ford dually. I hit the scales at 21000# (I had to know) The truck was only a gas motor, and it was way under powered and way under braked. I figured from here on in I would not deal with the under powered...
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    Is This 1998 FL70 worth 20K?

    Thanks to all for the input! I always say, when in doubt "ask the Pros"!! I am looking for the truck to be used to operate our custom suspension shop out of the back at major motocross and harescramble races. I will only drive it about 15K a year. Regardsless of what I'm using it for, it's...
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    Is This 1998 FL70 worth 20K?

    I am in the process of buying a 1998 FL70 60" raised roof sleeper with a 24' box. It has 300K, Allison Auto, 3126 (250 hp), aluminum wheels. I appreciate all help. Is there any online NADA info? John
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    1998 FL70 Expediter Auto trans, a good truck?

    I am currently in negotiations in buying a 1998 FL70 expediter auto transmission with 300,000 miles. Is there any issues with this truck? I can buy this truck fo 20K, 24ft box, no lift gate. Is the auto transmission dependable in these years? I am looking to convert the truck to a hauler for my...
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