Jim Sparano's 2016 Peterbilt 389

May 11, 2021

Jim Sparano owns this 2016 Peterbilt 389 that he spec'd and bought new. The red and black extended-cab Pete features Reliance boxes, a full air-ride suspension, and full disc brakes with full lockers. The rig is powered by a 600-hp Cummins ISX with an 18-speed. He uses the truck to haul fill sand and other construction material for a large underground contractor in California.

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