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  1. Freightrain
    I got 10 yrs out of the last set for my truck. They just started to get slow sounding so I put 2 new ones(I used to run 4). Don't need 4 12v batteries to start a 673. Even the 237 I just put in rolls over nicely with only 2 batteries. I'm thinking they are almost 5 yrs old now? Still going strong. Didn't charge them up over winter either.
  2. Freightrain
    Well, all is better........now if I could get that clamp to tighten enough to make it NOT leak. Ugh. I pulled the casting off the engine, used a small hammer to "finesse" the downpipe to fit the taper better. That helped, not totally. Might try some hi temp silicone, as the casting is kinda rough and likely why it leaks. Once I get that done I will get the other fender back on.
  3. Freightrain
    Yes. The VIN got me the right part.
  4. Freightrain
    Long Hard Ride? Must still have camelback suspension? LOL! I like it. Still has some old school class to it. Not too overboard except for that big Pete visor.
  5. Freightrain
    Vals327 a big thank you for getting me the information I needed. The exhaust is now complete.
  6. Freightrain
    I posted a question in the fire apparatus forums and Don stepped up with a VIN number for me. My local Mack dealer had the clamp in stock and my exhaust is now assembled. I can't say enough about the people here. From mass confusion to the right part in a matter of a few hours. Thanks guys
  7. Freightrain
    Got a couple VIN's to try. Thanks again guys. Ed, I have access to about anything fab wise(lasers, rolls, shears, etc). Just hoped it would be something I could just buy. Well, at least the right one.
  8. Freightrain
    Thanks Ed. That is the kind of information I'm trying to get. What/where/when? I figured maybe someone here might look at it and say what it likely would come from. The strange thing is, the bellhousing is for a single disc clutch, so what would that narrow it down to? Did the early 237 come with single disc clutches? Or at least in fire truck application where the weight was limited to just the truck GVW.
  9. Freightrain
    Wasn't supplied with the motor. (bag over turbo to keep water out since it was raining the day I got it). I need the clamp to attach the exhaust to downpipe. Note oil dipstick aimed to the rear. Was in a some sort of cabover? Or at least access was limited to the rear?
  10. Freightrain
    I'm trying to come up with the right size clamp to fit my turbo downpipe. Only Mack can't help because I don't have a truck serial number. The motor is "suppose" to have come from a fire truck. Does anyone recognize this downpipe? This pipe just slips onto the turbo and is held by a bracket cast into it that bolts to the manifold. Note the pyro fitting, I drilled the old plug out and put a new brass one in til I get a pyro installed. No real part number on it to research. Ive already tried a couple clamps to no avail. Getting frustrated.
  11. Freightrain
    I think you should just give it to one of us that don't mind armstrong steering!!! Ooooh, wait, I put air assist on mine last winter. LOL!! That is one GORGEOUS truck. Wow.
  12. Freightrain
    Dang mike.......they got near the whole medical dictionary on that prognosis...... Hope you get healed up quick. Buddy I race with got a new left knee back in '06. He joked that if it didn't work well that I would have to come up with a hand clutch set up for his car. Hmm, what about a hand air clutch? Put a motorcycle grip with a handle. Hmmm......we'll get you trucking before you know it.
  13. Freightrain

    Garage Fan

    Freightrain replied to Mike's topic in Odds and Ends

    Ain't been under a new vehicle lately? Ya, not a single grease fitting on them. You know, they are "greased for life"..................HA HA HA.
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    Typically all those numbers are for is weight ratings. The bigger the number, the heavier the truck. The cabs are basically either a B or L cab. The hood is wide or narrow. Pick one you like and put it on a late model 3/4 ton chassis.
  16. Freightrain

    Garage Fan

    Freightrain replied to Mike's topic in Odds and Ends

    Good luck finding one with oil fittings. Just bought a replacement fan motor for a pedestal fan here at work> Ouch....$236. Part number 3m504 at grainger.
  17. Freightrain
    Nice find. When you get it running, I would just run it and enjoy it. Granted mine is a 673, but I lost two head bolts in 15 yrs or running it all summer pulling my race trailer around 3 states. It always got me home, even it was "leaking" a bit. They are pretty sturdy engines, even if they have a few weak points. They likely will always get you back home.
  18. Freightrain
    This is always a very touchy subject. You best bet is research your state laws online. If you call the state, you'll likely get a different answer from each person you talk to. Do you have historical tags in Wisc? That is usually the best bet in getting around it.
  19. Freightrain
    Eddy gave me a small can of yellow to use in my Cub cadet last summer at York. I've yet to get around to it for some reason?
  20. Freightrain
    Thanks Robert for the link. Looking at the dimensions, the one I have is pretty close to what I need. The "C" dimension hits the casting(on the turbo side) before it hits the pipe on the other side. I think the biggest issue is the flange diameter of the pipe I'm using is just small enough that it won't fit up into the V enough to clamp tight. Thus I'm going to thicken the width just about 1/16" to get the clamp to tighten up on it. Going to cut a ring from some sheet metal, just enough to fit the flange area. I looked at BT10494, it is just a touch thinner at the "B" dimension. Not sure if that would help or not?
  21. Freightrain
    I put POR15 on my chassis. Yup, don't look so shiny these days but it won't ever rust. You can beat it with a hammer and not chip it.
  22. Freightrain
    I just put a pair of Yokohama's on the front of my truck last spring. Ya, the price went up from 14 yrs ago when I bought them. Had $800 in the pair mounted. I got all six mounted in 2003 for $1800 and that included used rims. Even with just being a "toy", I still like to keep a "brand name" tire on it. Piece of mind I suppose.
  23. Freightrain
    Here is what I bought. Stupid phone has it sideways. I brought the pipe to work. Going to use the new plasma cutter to make a ring to thicken the flange.
  24. Freightrain
    Wooster huh? Yup, pass'n through my back yard again and ya didn't even toot the horn. I see how ya are..........LOL!! Wooster Brush has been a very long time customer and I run down there on occasion.
  25. Freightrain
    If I put an intercooler on it, I'll put a scoop on it.

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