clayton Posted June 11, 2019 Share Posted June 11, 2019 Just seen a video were the 389 is retiring. Could this be a hoax! Is this the end of the big hoods! Will there be a return! Stay tuned. Tim! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
highway Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 12 hours ago, clayton said: Just seen a video were the 389 is retiring. Could this be a hoax! Is this the end of the big hoods! Will there be a return! Stay tuned. Tim! I hope it's not true, but also wouldn't be surprised since Paccar did in the W900 with that new plastic pile of you know what called the W990. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clayton Posted June 12, 2019 Author Share Posted June 12, 2019 Bet the Pete will end up the same way. Might call it the 399 a half and half. We shall see. This new age really sucks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vincen47 Posted June 12, 2019 Share Posted June 12, 2019 I heard that too, from an unconfirmed source a few weeks ago. If true it’s very unfortunate. And this is a time I’d say “I reject your reality and substitute my own”. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrKerry Posted June 13, 2019 Share Posted June 13, 2019 UGH!!!!! Well, guess that'll keep my love of the old trucks going then!!! Love the big hoods myself!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BaBaBooey Posted June 24, 2019 Share Posted June 24, 2019 This is the eventual replacement. The 567 SFFA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim B Posted June 24, 2019 Share Posted June 24, 2019 2 hours ago, BaBaBooey said: This is the eventual replacement. The 567 SFFA That's pretty slick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrKerry Posted June 24, 2019 Share Posted June 24, 2019 3 hours ago, BaBaBooey said: This is the eventual replacement. The 567 SFFA That don't look to bad!!! Still reminiscent of the 389 in some ways. A person could put a 389 hood on it with some work and keep the squared off look of the hood... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamsuperdan Posted June 24, 2019 Share Posted June 24, 2019 I think that 567 is a good looking truck. And it's been on the market for at least a year now. So maybe the plan was to introduce it and then phase out the 389? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BaBaBooey Posted June 24, 2019 Share Posted June 24, 2019 6 hours ago, iamsuperdan said: I think that 567 is a good looking truck. And it's been on the market for at least a year now. So maybe the plan was to introduce it and then phase out the 389? You'd be correct. Kind of a gentle let down, if you will. And yes, if ordered and done up right, it's a good looking truck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BaBaBooey Posted June 24, 2019 Share Posted June 24, 2019 (edited) A few flat top versions copied from the internet. Edited June 24, 2019 by BaBaBooey Added picture Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clayton Posted June 25, 2019 Author Share Posted June 25, 2019 Well hmmmm! Sitting on the middle of the fence. Trying to maintain the old look for the old timers and aerodynamic for the new Generation. I like the way things were,don't like Chang's. Feel like I was born about 20 years to late. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iamsuperdan Posted June 25, 2019 Share Posted June 25, 2019 I have a friend in the industry and was discussing these with him. He hates them. They look to plastic, they're ugly, keep the classic trucks. So i bring up the larger cab, improved visibility, improved comfort, more ergonomic dash and switches, better lighting, improved drivetrains with better fuel economy. Nope, the old trucks are better. So then I ask why he bought a new Ram 1500 Limited and didn't buy and old truck. Because the new trucks are more comfortable, have more equipment, better fuel economy. He failed to see the irony, even after I pointed it out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trendsetta68 Posted June 26, 2019 Share Posted June 26, 2019 Not to bad looking...I can see where the designer was trying to keep it classically new .....??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leafsprings Posted June 29, 2019 Share Posted June 29, 2019 On 6/25/2019 at 6:38 AM, iamsuperdan said: I have a friend in the industry and was discussing these with him. He hates them. They look to plastic, they're ugly, keep the classic trucks. IMO, your friend probably is referring to the styling. I think Ford, Dodge and GM hit the mark with their retro Mustang, Challenger and Camaro. We want retro styling with modern technology under the cab. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam I Am Posted June 29, 2019 Share Posted June 29, 2019 On 6/25/2019 at 6:38 AM, iamsuperdan said: I have a friend in the industry and was discussing these with him. He hates them. They look to plastic, they're ugly, keep the classic trucks. So i bring up the larger cab, improved visibility, improved comfort, more ergonomic dash and switches, better lighting, improved drivetrains with better fuel economy. Nope, the old trucks are better. So then I ask why he bought a new Ram 1500 Limited and didn't buy and old truck. Because the new trucks are more comfortable, have more equipment, better fuel economy. He failed to see the irony, even after I pointed it out. ??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tesla Posted June 29, 2019 Share Posted June 29, 2019 I can easily get used to the look of the 567... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lapazleo Posted June 29, 2019 Share Posted June 29, 2019 (edited) As some of you know I'm a big Western Star guy but since I sold my truck and drive for a friend now I drive a 579 witch shares a cab with the 567. I've drove many 359's and 379's over the years and while they're great looking trucks I wouldn't trade my 579 for one. I'm very pleased with my 579. Edited June 29, 2019 by lapazleo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stavanzer Posted June 29, 2019 Share Posted June 29, 2019 That is a sharp looking rig, Leo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lapazleo Posted June 30, 2019 Share Posted June 30, 2019 4 hours ago, alexis said: That is a sharp looking rig, Leo. Thnx. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Truck parts Posted July 4, 2019 Share Posted July 4, 2019 That is a great looking truck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PettyKW43 Posted July 5, 2019 Share Posted July 5, 2019 Back in the mid 80’s Kenworth introduced the T600 to not so favourable reception. But after awhile it grew on people and I think the new Peterbilt will grow on people as will the W990 Kenworth. I am definitely one of those who think the older trucks are hands down better looking but in time these will grow on me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kilrathy10 Posted July 7, 2019 Share Posted July 7, 2019 (edited) I'm in agreement with the majority.... I like the new versions, but just like many, I also like the 379.... Got to be the best LOOKING truck I've ever seen... But that's my opinion... However!! The 579 comes in at a close second.... Followed by the KW T660.... Kind of digging that new Western Star, as well.... Edited July 7, 2019 by kilrathy10 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clayton Posted July 8, 2019 Author Share Posted July 8, 2019 Got a pick of the new WS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clayton Posted July 8, 2019 Author Share Posted July 8, 2019 Never mind! I Bing it and prefer the older style. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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