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Looks great!

Looks like a nice clean cab. Keep us updated on your progress!

I went to move my R model the other evening and noticed a slight leak from the main air tank. It appears to have a pin hole where its held by the mount. What is the best option for a replacement? Can I source a new one with all correct fitting locations through the local Mack dealer? Thanks, Jeremy

Added these decals to each side of the truck. They seem pretty fitting:)

The strap on my right fuel tank had moved and needed to be tightened up so I figured this would be a good time to take it completely loose and clean under it. I removed the welting and cleaned the debris from under that and cut a new piece of rubber that was missing on the top mount area then tightened everything back up.

This weekend I removed the front grille and cut some window screen to hang in front of the radiator. I cut a 28x37" piece and wrapped it around the edges of the radiator then when the grille was reattached it held the screen in place. It all worked pretty slick and this should help keep the bugs out of the radiator fins.

Only on old grain trucks like our stuff.

Time to get ready for fall harvest so pulled the Mack out of the shed yesterday. It doesn't need much other then some light servicing. Both fuel filters were due and I greased everything. How many pumps of grease is recommended for the throw out bearing? I pretty much treated it like the brake adjusters and one gave it one pump.

Looking good!

Job well done!!

That looks like a real honest truck! Nice and straight, Keep us updated on your progress and post plenty of photos.

I used 80w-90 in the trans and rears of my R model.

That looks really good! Nice and clean.

Looking Great! Thanks for the posting the photos and videos.

It will be a nice setup once you get it installed!

I thought the 315hp was still a Thermodyne?

Just found this thread. Keep up the the good work! I imagine you plan to run this box behind the new motor?

Very nice!

I don't think there is anything in particular that you should look for with these trucks. They are simple reliable old machines the will last many years with even a little care. Now with that being said here are some things I would look for. Frame cracks/welds and rust jacking if double framed. Trunion condition. Make sure this is in good shape. Cab floor rust under mat and upper sill on roof. Interior dash condition as they crack with age. Headliner, Original plastic ones crack around screws. Check wiring for cobble jobs and splices. If you see wire nuts used just walk away! Drain air tank and make sure its not full of oil indicating a bad compressor. Engine for oil or fuel leaks, check oil pressure and blow by. Check date on engine serial tag and confirm it matches year of truck helping to indicate original motor or not. Driveshaft U joints, Check for tightness. Radiator condition, Look for excessive corrosion or damaged fins. This will get you started, Good luck!

Nice looking truck!

New steers installed. A couple photos hauling beans this week.

It has the 2F 6cyl gas engine.

The Toyota is an original paint survivor that I purchased about a dozen years ago. It mostly just sits in the shed but I manage to drive it a couple times a year. Here is a photo from a few years back having a little fun putting it to work!

I think the photos make the rims look wider. They are 22.5x8.25. Bauer Built tire has a wheel reconditioning service. Blast,primer, and powder coat $55 a wheel. They have about a dozen colors to choose from. I’m happy with how they turned out. Will post up pics once they are on the truck.