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Thank you for the reply. Were/are the tip turbine setups pretty reliable on theses engines?

I’m kicking around the idea of purchasing a truck to use on the farm for hauling grain. I have found a late 70’s R model that I may have some interest in. It has the ENDT676 with a TRXL107 and 4.17 gears. How would this do for a farm truck? What kind of mph could I expect with this setup? The engine is the tip turbine with side mounted intercooler and is painted red in color. Was that an original engine color used in late 70’s? Would this be considered a 285 hp engine? I read some places calling it the 300 maxidyne or was that in later years. Thanks, Jeremy

So I gather they ride better then camelback but not as heavy duty?

I didn’t take the pics, I know not much to see. I’m told it’s Mack suspension and it’s not camelback or air ride so I’m thinking taperleaf. Was this a common used suspension? What’s your opinion good or bad? I’ve never heard much about them.

This is on a late 80’s R688ST. I know the pic only really shows the shocks but would this be the Mack st34 taper leaf?

All listed are excellent movies. Here are a couple more great ones. They call me trinity, and Trinity is still my name. Both very good spaghetti westerns to watch if anyone hasn't seen them.

Found on craigslist: https://up.craigslist.org/cto/d/model-mack/6212042331.html

Post a pic of the steering wheel once it gets done.

Found a 98 CH613 gold dog that I have some interest in. Talking to the seller who purchased it approx 7 years ago out of Illinois. I asked about the door vin plate and he said it's not the original Mack plate, it's stamped with the vin and Illinois state police. I had him confirm the frame number matches and it does. I suspect this was maybe a theft recovery truck or maybe had the doors stolen. Who knows!? Anyways are the vin plates available anywhere if a person wanted to stamp and put an original back on? I know the older ones used in the R and B models are available but haven't seen the newer style? Also if I take the vin to a Mack dealer will the be able to give me a printout of the specs on the truck? Thanks -Jeremy

I think there were 522 built from my research. B-71 is a fairly rare truck. I purchased a B cab and other parts from the seller, Nice guy. The truck no longer has the original engine or frame. I also remember him saying the front radiator cowl was damaged from towing the truck which is a shame as that's one major cosmetic piece that sets the truck apart from other B models.

Found this on craigslist. https://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ank/cto/6204602542.html

Sounds like our state left a lasting impression on ya:) I hope to have the 7 up and running soon. I cleaned the carb on starting engine and ordered up some new gaskets. Should be ready to wake the diesel from its 5 year nap any day now.

I purchased a D7 Caterpillar and had a neighbor haul it for me. Nice looking Superdog.

Here is my 56 that I picked up last year. I have always liked these old power wagon's.

Looks excellent! I cant wait to see the finished truck. Keep up the good work.

The concave cab was available on a tandem frame.

Found this on the ACMOC forum. Looks to be a repowered Mack AB. http://www.acmoc.org/bb/showthread.php?26954-Chevropillar-Caterolet-Cat-Truck&p=180744&posted=1#post180744

Ok looks to be a ENDT865 according to the build sheet. Can anyone tell me about these engines? Are they any good, What sort of problems should I look for?

Is this an 864? Its in a 1974 R700.

Looks like a dandy!

Definitely Looks like a nice complete truck and it even has the desirable aluminum tanks on both sides. Jeremy

Welcome! Lots of great information on this forum.

A couple of nice looking trucks!

I believe Doug Fetterly was working on something for the B's. I spoke to him early this spring about his bumpers and thought I remember him mentioning something about visors too. Might check with him? Jeremy

I ended up purchasing a new one from the dealer. Thanks!