Diesel Brad
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Kinda wish I hadnt sold mine now, way fuel prices are going. I remember when diesel was .30 less/gallon. It really equalled about 30 % less, which would be 2.10/gal today. Maybe the IH DT360 today wouldnt be such a bad idea .....
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My 9.0 was l-o-u-d also (huh ?) I never hear anything good about 'em. But, mine was was the Geo Metro of trucks when it came time to fill up the tank. I dont know why the #$^$# IH made a DT 360, though. As far as the T444s I always hear good about them, but in a medium duty truck Id take a DT466 over one anyday. As far as the comments on the Renault powered Macks, I almost bought a rollback model about a year ago, but backed out because I had little info on the Renault diesel, and nobody could tell me anything about 'em.
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Dont forget Renault owned a chunk of AMC. As for the DT466s Im told the power isnt too high because IH want to push alot hp & have reliability to suffer. IH did make some not so good diesels in the past, the 9.0 aka DV550, the V800, etc.
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How long did Mack build the 237 hp Thermodyne - were they all 672 cid ? Any history would be appreciated. How much hp did they max out at ?
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Mack V8 Info
Diesel Brad replied to Diesel Brad's topic in Antique and Classic Mack Trucks General Discussion
Im thinking emissions were a contributor to Mack dropping it. I know Cummins made a 903 cid diesel and it had valve issues. -
Mack V8 Info
Diesel Brad replied to Diesel Brad's topic in Antique and Classic Mack Trucks General Discussion
I know almost nothing about em, how long did they make em ? What was the displacement ? -
Im a newbie here, just bought a 1960 B61 (it has a later 237 hp in it)and few days ago I was fueling up at a stop when I heard a awesome sound, turned out to be a Mack that pulled next to me. He popped the hood, and it was a V8 ! Can anyone tell me a little history & specs on this engine. It sounded as good as a old Detroit !
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Many stores already have the vehicles and even playsets. which are gas stations, etc. Already got the kid a few.
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That was one thing Detroit Diesels used to have going for them - GM had some sort of low cost parts rule. I do remember the 3208s having a 2 ring piston design for a while: What were they thinking ?
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Buddy of mine told me he just went through a CAT 3408 with a snapped crank. He said the new crank is $15,000. He even repeated himself when I asked him was he sure -
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New Member Needs Advo
Diesel Brad replied to Diesel Brad's topic in Antique and Classic Mack Trucks General Discussion
I just might get it, neat looking truck. Might be worth spending the night in the doghouse from the wife. Im sure the Maxidyne 237 is a much better engine then the 9.0 My International has - thanks for the advo -
I located a 1960 B series Mack with a Maxidyne 237 hp engine. ITs solid, runs well, brakes work, need batteries & tires. Its a 10 wheel model, I know little about Macks. Thought It would be interesting to restore. Is $1,500 a reasonable price for one ? Anything I should look out for ?
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