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  • Class 8 Semi Tractor Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

    A guided, do-it-yourself pre-purchase inspection checklist for used Class 8 semi tractors, sleeper or day cab: Freightliner, Kenworth, Peterbilt, Volvo, International, Mack and Western Star, with Detroit, Cummins, PACCAR, Volvo and Mack engines. No mechanic needed: each check tells you what to look for and what counts as a fail, from records, idle hours and emissions to air brake tests, fifth wheel, engine, aftertreatment, transmission, tires and the sleeper or day cab, plus a road test.

    $49.00

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  2. Add what you are inspectingEnter the item, the asking price and where it is. Add as many as you are considering.
  3. Inspect it, or send itWork through the checklist on your phone, or send it to a mechanic, supervisor, colleague, or employee to do for you.
  4. Read the report and compareSee the problems first, with photos. Put your options side by side and decide.