Old Long Noses

Topic 20561 | Page 1

Page 1 of 1
John M.'s Comment
member avatar

So I got a quick question, I've found myself falling in love with the old long noses, does anyone in this fine establishment know if they make the old long noses body style with an automatic transmission?

Brett Aquila's Comment
member avatar

When you order a truck you can order almost any combination of engine and transmission you would like. It's not like buying a Chevy or a Ford where you pretty much get what comes with it. So there's no reason you couldn't either order a long nose conventional with an automatic transmission, or have an older truck retrofitted with an automatic.

That would just be a super unusual combination though. The long nose conventionals are appealing because of their old school style. To put an automatic transmission in one would kinda be like putting a Honda engine in a Harley. Who would do that? Pretty much no one.

Old School's Comment
member avatar
The long nose conventionals are appealing because of their old school style. To put an automatic transmission in one would kinda be like putting a Honda engine in a Harley. Who would do that? Pretty much no one.

That's funny!

John, if you want to look "Old School" you've got to be "Old School."

LDRSHIP's Comment
member avatar

double-quotes-start.png

The long nose conventionals are appealing because of their old school style. To put an automatic transmission in one would kinda be like putting a Honda engine in a Harley. Who would do that? Pretty much no one.

double-quotes-end.png

That's funny!

John, if you want to look "Old School" you've got to be "Old School."

Says the man who handle is Old School, but drives a Gen II VNL 670

rofl-3.gif

Linden R.'s Comment
member avatar

double-quotes-start.png

double-quotes-start.png

double-quotes-start.png

The long nose conventionals are appealing because of their old school style. To put an automatic transmission in one would kinda be like putting a Honda engine in a Harley. Who would do that? Pretty much no one.

double-quotes-end.png

double-quotes-end.png

That's funny!

John, if you want to look "Old School" you've got to be "Old School."

double-quotes-end.png

Says the man who handle is Old School, but drives a Gen II VNL 670

rofl-3.gif

rofl-3.gif

Linden R.'s Comment
member avatar

By the way, I know you can if you really want to. I believe W900s come with it as a factory option. A select few big companies, such as Celadon, do lease W900s with autos.

John M.'s Comment
member avatar

Thanks guys, and while I do like manuals I find autos to be so much better for me

John M.'s Comment
member avatar

I don't like flat faces, cabovers just don't feel the same. Call me silly but I swear I can navigate a big nose better than a no nose in tight areas. As for automatics? I hate the idea.

Linden R.'s Comment
member avatar

Okay, now we've got 2 John m.s in here and they have somewhat similar profile pictures. I'm confused. confused.gif

John M.'s Comment
member avatar

I myself live in Indiana and hate the idea of automatic transmissions. He is already a driver and I have no experience. He will ask valid OTR questions and I will ask rookie questions. We are not the same person, trust me.

OTR:

Over The Road

OTR driving normally means you'll be hauling freight to various customers throughout your company's hauling region. It often entails being gone from home for two to three weeks at a time.

Page 1 of 1

New Reply:

New! Check out our help videos for a better understanding of our forum features

Bold
Italic
Underline
Quote
Photo
Link
Smiley
Links On TruckingTruth


example: TruckingTruth Homepage



example: https://www.truckingtruth.com
Submit
Cancel
Upload New Photo
Please enter a caption of one sentence or less:

Click on any of the buttons below to insert a link to that section of TruckingTruth:

Getting Started In Trucking High Road Training Program Company-Sponsored Training Programs Apply For Company-Sponsored Training Truck Driver's Career Guide Choosing A School Choosing A Company Truck Driving Schools Truck Driving Jobs Apply For Truck Driving Jobs DOT Physical Drug Testing Items To Pack Pre-Hire Letters CDL Practice Tests Trucking Company Reviews Brett's Book Leasing A Truck Pre-Trip Inspection Learn The Logbook Rules Sleep Apnea
Done
Done

0 characters so far - 5,500 maximum allowed.
Submit Preview

Preview:

Submit
Cancel

Why Join Trucking Truth?

We have an awesome set of tools that will help you understand the trucking industry and prepare for a great start to your trucking career. Not only that, but everything we offer here at TruckingTruth is 100% free - no strings attached! Sign up now and get instant access to our member's section:
High Road Training Program Logo
  • The High Road Training Program
  • The High Road Article Series
  • The Friendliest Trucker's Forum Ever!
  • Email Updates When New Articles Are Posted

Apply For Paid CDL Training Through TruckingTruth

Did you know you can fill out one quick form here on TruckingTruth and apply to several companies at once for paid CDL training? Seriously! The application only takes one minute. You will speak with recruiters today. There is no obligation whatsoever. Learn more and apply here:

Apply For Paid CDL Training