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Sorry to hear, but have to ask did I miss something? Hope all is ok ?
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Mack Titan For Sale
Lmackattack replied to mackbulldog64's topic in Modern Mack Truck General Discussion
I think we all said it when the news about the titan was released. In this day how can a MFG build a otr heavy haul truck that is not offered with a sleeper option? Mack Au has been building these for years so the spec is there yet volvo managment wont let mack lead the way in the US. Volvo did however give it somewhat a ugly look, made it way over priced, and then pulled the no sleeper option , I think volvo made it a failure from the start. just my.02 -
Got A Question:
Lmackattack replied to Rob's topic in Antique and Classic Mack Trucks General Discussion
sounds like you have what is known as a Hi mount 5th wheel. common on tractors that haul Dump trailers in the off road or pull tanker trailers. It gives more space between the frame and trailer bottom and reduces the risk of interfearance. Does it have holes welded to the wheel and mounting plate so that a Bar can be installed and hold the 5th wheel level? if so it was set up for a frameless or 1/4 frame end dump. -
Nice looking truck. I do like the looks of petes as they still have that classic apeal to them (unlike newer macks) Engine should be good. One thing I dont like about Petes is that they feel like a wet sponge in the dirt. rocking back and forth up and down. seats moving all over the place. gear shifter hitting the seat in the low hole. I like a soft ride but in the dirt I want it to feel solid. Hate to say it but im a realist. paccar must be doing something right as they stole alot of the market away from Mack.Regardless Ill be keeping my R Model..
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China construction + Fail = http://videosift.com/video/Construction-Fail-Building-Tips-Over-In-China
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Egr High Temp Code
Lmackattack replied to cgallamore's topic in Modern Mack Truck General Discussion
Yep you have a few big pulls ahead of you. Just drop another gear and keep the Rpms up. That last pull in WY and park city are pretty long. Have had to pull to the side a few times in the summer on those hills. I always start them with the fan on and cross my fingers.... -
Mh Magnum
Lmackattack replied to thunderdog's topic in Antique and Classic Mack Trucks General Discussion
very nice restoration. Will look great running down the road, nice job! -
the pic above shows the worst of it. Surface rust only. I did not try to clean it up so you can see what it looks like. last of the pics just show the wires and back side.
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a few more
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here are a few shots. Currently the cover is black with the Dog on the box but I do have a brand new spare gray cover. Worst part of the heater unit is the under side near the front corner. Fan motor had 3 speeds and levers worked the coolant valve and defrost vent. Wireing looked like someone had spliced into one of the wires. it is used was quiet with no squeeks when fan was running. just the rush of air was heard. Kept the cab nice and warm in winter and did not see any leaks when running the truck. Let me know what ya think.
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I think the 2 stick 6 speed was the last offered in the late 80s. However some cement trucks had and may currently still have the transfercase on a stick. Trent
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saw your other post. I will post pics of my unit. the steel is gray with a black cover. It can be sprayed Gray and look just like new. Has plastic glass in the panel with the levers. Fan blows and core was working when removed 3 months ago. Might even have a spare new gray cover for you.. would be intrested in talking to you about the AC/heat unit.... Trent 847-738-8569
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Adding Air Ride/stretching Frame
Lmackattack replied to Freightrain's topic in Driveline and Suspension
Looking good larry... I thought you already had it welded on by now... Hows was the dragster getting to/from the stip this summer -
Door Glass Retainer
Lmackattack replied to CML Service's topic in Exterior, Cab, Accessories and Detailing
I just bought mine from the mack dealer a few weeks ago. it was in stock. any good parts man that sold R or B models will know what you need. I called it a Door glass retaining strip and they knew what I needed.... -
Pogo Sticks
Lmackattack replied to Mike's topic in Antique and Classic Mack Trucks General Discussion
I like pogo sticks instead of the roof mount. Less chance the lines will rub on the cab. I also like the rear of tractor/under the trailer air line conections as it leaves the deck plate clean. -
What Do I Need To Change My Gear Ratio?
Lmackattack replied to RR trucker's topic in Driveline and Suspension
around here that is kinda slow of a rear end so it would be hard to find them used. Alot of people just buy a complete drop in take outs and change the seals at the same time. less stuff to R&R. but like said above cheepest way, if you do all the labor is to just get 2 ring and pinion set. -
Intresting,that may work out for WM? I know the WM trucks that pick up at the shop is a MR with a commercial "dumpster" rear load compactor. hopefully they make a few models to get more "green" business from them.
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My Garbage man works for WM says they are changing its fleet to go green. Sounds like they are going to propane or some other form of low emissions engine. Is mack in the running for this? I know WM is one of macks biggest buyers....
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sorry its dirty it hasent seen any soap in about a year! No work for it lately.
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here are a few for you
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If the weather is good tomorrow I will take my camera to the yard. I have a deck plate on the truck so its hard to see the cross members. I will do my best. need any under hood shots? regarding the air lines. every truck is a little diffrent.On my truck the Driver side rail has most of the air and electrical lines that go to the rear of the truck. The passenger side has a few lines for the parking brakes. Trent
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this is the style box I have....(pics taken off truckpaper)
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Not sure what the Evens style looks like? I have a Heater only box thats out of my truck right now. Just has vents to the driver and passenger foot aera, only blows air to the floor and windshield defrost duct (no vents to the driver or passenger) control panel has a knob for 3 fan speeds , tab for floor or windshield air flow, tab to control the heater valve(coolant heat on/off). Let me know I would be intrested in the RED DOT unit.
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just thinking out loud... Call a towing company to see what they charge. I have moved a few on roll backs. thats the best way to get them around town.
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