Owner's 2001 Freightliner features numerous customizations

Aug 1, 2023

Mike Vega, owner of Vega Transport, owns this 2001 Freightliner FLD, nicknamed "The Rose Gold." The truck is fully customized with new stacks, drop panel, bumper, sun visor and more. Vega also moved the fuel tanks back and put the battery boxes under the cab. The rig is powered by a 12.7-liter Series 60 Detroit with a 13-speed.

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