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You sure have good eyes! I missed that and looked at the cover again. Yes it does look like the roof is dented. At first I thought it was a reflection but you can see the antennas are crooked and there is a bigger gap between the roof and roof faring. Maybe it is the water catch basin for the built-in bunk "shower".

As most of the regular readers on this site know I sold my MH612 and now I am having seller's remorse. But that is water over the dam so to speak. I thought I could rent a truck from Ryder, Penske, or a local dealer but they will not rent to a private individual unless I have $1MM liability insurance. I checked with my insurance agent (State Farm) and they could not find any underwriters that would insure me. So now I am stuck without a truck and cannot rent one. I recently found a 2000 Ryder CH612 with 600K miles on the clock. I have not seen the maintenance history but I will request and review the history before making any decision. One item in particular is the camshaft. I would think it was changed with this many miles on the engine. The price is right on this truck if it passes the "smell" test. I know I should not be pursuing a newer truck but I am spoiled with the conveniences of power steering, A/C, and air ride suspension. Now for the BIG questions...should I consider the purchase of another truck? Or does anyone know where I can rent a truck? Or does anyone know an insurance company that will provide liability coverage? Or should I search for another MH612 and convert to an air ride? Thanks for any suggestions!

Got to meet Larry today at a local car show and also see his B61. Nice truck! It will be even nicer with this air ride on the back. Keep us posted on your progress.

I like it!!!

Dave, Is it paid for and all I need to do is drive it home? I would like to see it and am trying to arrange my schedule to come to the show.

Location? Directions? Thanks!

Is the smoke blue or black? Blue smoke is an indicator of oil consumption. Black smoke usually indicates too much fuel. Is the power turned up? Black accleration smoke could mean the puff limiter needs adjusting. Bad injector?

Personally I prefer a cabover and owned four (1-H67 and 3-MH612) but I have never owned a conventional. I like the COE look, better forward visibility, and shorter turning radius. Downsides: COE tends to ride rougher, harder to get into (getting out is easy - just fall out), less room in the cab, have to tilt cab to work on the engine, and not as good fuel economy. My next truck (toy) will likely be a conventional.

Not looking for a Super 10. Most of the trucks have Eaton FRO-11210C transmission with Eaton Dana rear axle. I have not seen any with a Mack T2100 transmission or Mack rear axle.

Well everyone the bug has bit me sooner than I expected and am starting to look at trucks again. Mama isn't going to be happy! Anyway, I have my sights set on a CH612 with 10 spd OD and air ride rear but not sure if I should look for an early 90's model or a 2000-02 (pre-EGR) model. I know I should be looking for a truck older than 1985 so I can license it as a historical vehicle. But I have found some good prices on early 2000 CHs (Ryder trucks). The early ones have the "older" dash and gray interior with E7 inline pump. The later model has the "new" styled tan dash with E7 E-tech unit pumps. Also, I hear there was a camshaft issue in the late 1990s and early 2000 era E-techs occurring at 400K-500K. I would appreciate your thoughts on the good and bad of these trucks. The fleet where I bought my 1992 MH still has a few but not sure if I want another MH (parts availability sucks as does the spring rear suspension). Thanks for your input and go easy on me.

Great pictures! Thanks for posting!

Hi Greg! Thanks for the post and good to see you back on BMT. I hope you are doing well. Yes mixed emotions concerning the sale. I fought the battle with DOT and won (I think) but time is the main issue. I only drove it once this year (to get fuel). So rather than leave it sitting around, it is better to go to someone who will use the truck. I did not make any money on the deal (nor loose my shirt) but at least it is gone. When I buy another Mack, it will need to be at least 25 years old so I can license it as a "historical vehicle" and avoid some of the regulations crap. I like the CH612 and E7 engine but will need to wait a few years until they are 25 years old. In the meantime I am going to take some time and think about my next purchase. Maybe I should start buying CH parts in preparation...

Yes it was the family dog! I have bought and sold many items (including 2 previous MHs) in my time but my heart was a little heavy today when I saw it leave. I will have another Mack truck some day, just not sure what model and when.

As you may have read previously, I sold my MH612. Today the new owner came to get it. Here is a picture of it being taken away. Sure am going to miss it. At least it is going to a good home with other Macks.

Found Kamloops tonight.

I added some locations that I could find.

Rob, Post or email your itinerary and I will try to rearrange my schedule to meet someplace. I have not heard from Greg since he moved. I hope he is doing okay.

Rob, Where in Akron? Wave when you go thru Canton. However if it is during the day I will be in the office on the east side of Cleveland. Have a safe trip!

I wish all I needed for my MH was Magnum decals.

It has been two (2) weeks since Tracy said he would get back to me concerning parts availability. To his credit at least he did give me prices. As I said before business must be good! The search continues for not only parts but a dealer who wants my repeat business! I guess my MH is too new for anyone to care and too old for parts to be readily available.

Added a few!

Barry, Resent note tonight via Watts website contact form (titled - MH Parts).

I am getting old and more forgetful. I am busy during the day with my "day job" and don't remember until I get home after 6p. It is normally easier to send an email note and wait (hope) for a timely response. A local Mack dealer is on my "list" for not replying to direct email notes (sent to the parts manager). I guess business is good that they don't have time to respond. My question is "why have an email address or website if you don't plan to utilize it?". My management gets on my case if I do not reply to emails in a timely manner. I will try to remember to call Watts. P.S. Not trying to be a smart A$$.

Hi Barry, Is anybody home in the parts department? I sent a note on Sunday evening requesting availability of some parts. I have not received a reply. How long does it take to get a response? It was sent via the Watts website contact link. Thanks!