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Getting back to my original question, above, has anyone changed out a cat 3116 or 3126 to a bigger motor (HP and torque) in a Freightliner FL series MDT?

Thanks Bob and Don for your input. What do you think the difference would be if your rigs were twin screws? I was looking at a 2000 Freightliner that had the 435hp Detroit with 10 speed Autoshift and he was averaging about 8 mpg, which seemed a little low to me. The unit has a garage and...

Thanks Bob86ZZ4, After researching the last 5-6 weeks, I`m coming to the same conclusion about HDT`s vs. MDT`s. On the bottom of your email and your avitar, is that your rig? What are you getting in overall mileage with your setup with the 3.42 rear and the Eaton 10 speed, an Autoshift?

Thanks Dogtales, I`ve used racing junk for years. I`ve also found the site "escapees" which has tons of good info. This is going to be a slow process to zero in on the right unit. I would like to retire to the road for about 5 years full time. Stuck between an MDT and HDT in an all in...

Hi all, I`m interested in getting a MDT as a conversion with a garage. I`m just researching diesel motors for MDT applications. I prefer something made from 1993-2003, before more stringent emissions. I`m also looking for something already built with a toilet and shower that I can upgrade...