Doug Maney

I am interested in it. Get me some pics!

I have seen them but never got the chance to buy one. The last one I saw was at an upcoming auction in Macungie, PA. The sale was over the weekend and I couldn't attend. I tried to get someone to go to buy it but nothing worked out.

They were officially named the Freedom Series. The highlight was the bumper to mudflap extended warranty.

The Detroit Locker rear is not the easiest thing to find. I suggest checking with some of the larger yards and rebuild shops like Cresson Ridge.

Watch EBay...

Have her get it really lubed up and they you should be able to get it off. Then you won't worry about changing the Bulldog...

There is a special socket that has two carbide prongs that grip the theft proof screws for removal. The MH mount does not offer much clearance to get vice grips on the heads to get them out that way. Your best bet would be getting another mount, put the dog you want on it and mount it. Good Luck

Here is the breakdown for 1M2N143Y8EA001261:

Manufacturer Mack Trucks, Inc. Make Mack Model Year 1984 Model R626T Engine Manufacturer Detroit Engine Series 6V 92 Engine Capacity 522 (CID) Fuel Type Diesel Vehicle Type Truck Cab Type CBE Chassis Truck-Tractor Brake System Air GVWR Class Class 8: 33,0001Lbs & Over Country United States Assy. Plant Allentown, PA

I have 1 of the Mack V embems as well I always wondered where it came from.

I would be interested in the Mack bus emblem and 1 from the hood side of an early B.

It was worth it, we had a great time. Oh and Mack supplied most of the meals. You can't take it with you, enjoy it while you can!

Albert has posted video of the Power Demonstration..

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u3wF1x4CVFI&feature=g-all-u

I had all intentions of mentioning BMT during my part when I was mentioning getting the younger generation involved in the hobby. But hey, I was winging it and forgot several things I wanted to mention. Besides that, he had me go first, I didn't have the ability to work off of Harvey & Tom.

I made it home! I am beat!

We had a great time at a fantastic event.

Thanks to Mack Trucks, The Mack Trucks Historical Museum, all of the Mack Trucks employees, Mack Museum employees, ambassadors and Mr. Reardon for hosting Trucktoberfest for us Antique Truck enthusiasts.

I will attach a few photos and there will certainly be more to come.

Received my confirmation in the mail today. Who is going?

My MH has been sitting since Gerhart's. I hope it starts...I will check it out on Wednesday and head out on Thursday morning. Anyone coming from the west on the PA turnpike?

Weather forecast is still good for Friday and Saturday (some clouds but no rain).

Is there a truck wash nearby?

I saw you rolling north on I-81 about 11:00. I was headed south in my blimp.

See you tomorrow.

Doug

There is a truck wash at Exit 16, Midway/Bethel on I-78. North side of the Interstate on the right.

Awesome!

I know we missed you at Gerharts but you absolutely did what you needed to do! Our thoughts are with your and your family. Doug

This is excellent information, lower production than I expected. What other information about the C-series can you share? Were they built in other countries too or only in the USA? As for the Mack Historical Society, I will do as you suggest as I enjoy learning the history from the time of a vehicles original purchase. I've done this same thing with some Studebaker automobiles as some of the information is available from factory records at the Studebaker National Museum. Thank you

From what I understand, the C-model is basically a DM/U model chassis in disguise. Mack was working on the DM/U and utilized some of their spare sheet metal to bring the C-model to market. The L cab is used on C's, B's, L's and fire trucks based upon the L chassis. There were some panels available but it appears as if those have all dried up.

C-models are neat trucks, I have had the opportunity to purchase several over the years but for one reason or another it hasn't worked out. Good Luck with yours!

I don't even remember the words to "in the jailhouse now"! Does anyone else have another request?

I guess it was for headroom and available space for turnout gear. It is hard to drive a closed cab fire truck with a helmet on.

Before the days of GPS, cell phones and street addresses, the fire fighters may have had to look to the sky to see exactly where the fire was they were on their way to fight. A closed cab would certainly interfere with visibility.

I remember the first open cab I rode in. It was a Mack C-85 that our local fire company was interested in purchasing. Dad was driving and I was riding along with the wind blowing through my hair. As cold as it was that day, I immediately became a fan of closed cab trucks.

The C was built between 1963 & 65. There were 1064 C-609's built.

If you weren't aware. You can contact the Mack Trucks Historical Museum with your serial number for information on your truck.

A donation for their efforts is suggested.

They can be contacted at:

The Mack Trucks Historical Museum

Don Schumaker, Curator

2402 Lehigh Parkway South

Allentown, PA 18103

Telephone: +1 610 351-8999

Fax: +1 610 351-8756

Yep, lunch on Friday as well. What the flyer says...

With so much going on, I am having trouble keeping track. Now I have hooters and kilts on my mind too.

Doug

I don't think everyone registered for Mack Trucktoberfest.

If you haven't, there is still time. You have until the end of the day tomorrow, 10-12, to sign up.

Come out and join us!

Please review the flyer, dinner on Friday, lunch on Saturday and fun the whole time.

Yes, it is a Friday. Which reminds me of a joke...

What kind of meat do preists eat on Friday, nun.

I suggest you contact the museum and let them know that you will attend dinner on Friday. The dinner on Friday is where there will be recognition handed out for the events on Friday and several other items of interest.

I still think you should have kilts and hooters on your mind, just after the Mack dinner. I may even join you!

Guys, Dinner is at the Mack Customer Center on Friday night. Mack is hosting the event for us club members. I urge you to attend the Mack dinner and have yours Saturday night. Thanks, Doug