matty5790

I’m right there with you. Those kinds of upgrades just make sense if you are actually driving them. Taking care of ride and steering for your back and shoulder is key, and the LED lights and brake upgrades are a big safety win in today’s traffic. The Model A mods sound well thought out, and that 32 pickup setup is hard to beat good brakes, dependable drivetrain, and no problem keeping up on the road. That’s real-world hot rodding done right.

I’ve owned and worked on a few older trucks over the years, and one thing I still see debated is how far to go with updates on classic Macks. I’ve always tried to keep changes either invisible or easily reversible brakes, wiring, cooling, gearing mainly so the truck can be used without hurting its originality. At the same time, once you start cutting or modernizing too much, you lose what makes the truck a Mack. For those of you who have restored or run these trucks long term, what upgrades have you found worthwhile, and what do you avoid altogether? Does rarity or intended use change your approach? Interested in hearing real world experiences.