Why do truck drivers idle their engines?
Truckers, both independent owner-operators and fleet drivers, leave their engines idling for three main reasons: weather conditions, economic pressures, and old habits. In cold weather, a truck’s engine and fuel tank need to stay warm.
Why do big rigs idle?
The primary reason that truckers leaving their trucks idling during the night is to regulate the temperature inside their truck while they are sleeping. Many times, the insulation of the cab is good enough that drivers can sleep comfortably in the cab of their truck.
Is it bad to let my truck idle all night?
It’s perfectly fine at a truck stop or rest stop to idle. In fact you’ll hear an entire chorus of engines, reefers, and APUs running 24/7.
How long can a trucker drive without sleeping?
11 hours
What are the truck driver sleeping recommendations and regulations? The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) specifies that drivers must not drive longer than 11 hours after being off duty for 10 consecutive hours.
Can a C-15 cat engine burn fuel?
It’s not the same as an “E” or the first C15’s (6nz) there is absolutely no power above 1500 and running one there will do nothing but burn fuel. You say it’s getting hot but you never said what the temp is.
Are there any problems with the C-15 cat?
C-15 Cat Engine Problems. Discussion in ‘ Trucks [ Eighteen Wheelers ] ‘ started by dave_0755, Nov 4, 2010 . I’m hoping someone with knowledge of the C-15 can help.
What causes a C-15 cat engine to spin faster?
Downshift until you are pulling under 20 PSI on the manifold pressure and have your RPMs over 1600, this will cause the fan to spin faster and cool better. As for your fuel mileage, that is very common for an ACERT. Sounds like a typical ACERT to me.
Why did cat insist on learning to drive the ACERT?
There is a reason Cat insisted on drivers learning how to drive the Acert’s, and they insisted you have to gear them right.