John C

Thanks Everyone for the input, As far as refurbishment I have the ability to do most of the work myself, certainly the body and basic mechanical work. I'd probably draw the line at rebuilding the engine or tranny. I'd rather find a restored truck, but money is always a factor. For driving it, local around town stuff, maybe local parades and shows. I'd be surprised if I ever needed to go more that 50 miles from home with it, (maybe for a show). The smaller medium duty trucks are where I think id like to start looking (id like to be able to get the thing into my barn without raising the roof). From the research I've done the A or E style truck seem to be my preference for style and size, the Bs are nice but look to me to be a larger truck. My understanding is that the "magnadyne" is the gas engine and the "thermodyne" is the diesel, id love to hear opinions on the pros & cons of both in this age of truck and for what I plan to do with it. (I have a feeling that question could be the beginning of an argument.) What is the difference between the A20 & A30, 40, 50. is that an engine designation, (like HP), or body style (like med duty, dual drive, extended frame, etc) ? Is there a proper place in the forums to post links to other websites if I find a good piece of information?

Just starting out. I am interested in restoring an antique Mack to use as a weekend drive/show truck. That said, the more research I do the less I find out I know about these trucks. What I'm looking for are resources to do research. Right now I don't know the difference between models and engines options but I know what I like.. This site has been helpful, but a lot of the comments just go over my head because in not familiar enough with Mack trucks yet. Any suggestion on where to look would be appreciated. Here's a pic of the style of truck that I love. just no idea what it is?