rhino1 Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 Hey guys. Just sined on. I dont currently have a Mack or ever had one for that matter. I am in a place to trade some work for one tho. The man was telling me its a 65 B61 mag or mack. Its and old winch truck of some sort. Dual rear axles, heavy duty front bumper. Its just cool looking. Would need a decent amount of work on the cab section. But thats what I do, paint and body. He wants some paint work done and I jokingly said we could trade and he said that could work if I really wanted to. Anyways, I might try to get some pics of it tomorrow and see what I can find out about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vision386 Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 Winch truck? heavy-duty bumper? B-Model? bodywork needed? may be a trip to Illinois in this trucks future! but by all means,please post pictures,we love pictures!......Mark Quote Mack Truck literate. Computer illiterate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 Hey guys. Just sined on. I dont currently have a Mack or ever had one for that matter. I am in a place to trade some work for one tho. The man was telling me its a 65 B61 mag or mack. Its and old winch truck of some sort. Dual rear axles, heavy duty front bumper. Its just cool looking. Would need a decent amount of work on the cab section. But thats what I do, paint and body. He wants some paint work done and I jokingly said we could trade and he said that could work if I really wanted to. Anyways, I might try to get some pics of it tomorrow and see what I can find out about it.I tried that once with a long nap roller and brushes for the paint, and a pancake spatula for the "Bondo". Didn't work out so well. Maybe you could learn me something along the way.Welcome to the site. Best get some photos up as "Other Dog" gets bored if he don't got no pictures to work with.Rob Quote Plodding along with no job nor practical application for my existence, but still trying to fix what's broke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhino1 Posted June 29, 2011 Author Share Posted June 29, 2011 haha, I will ask if I can snap a couple of pics tomorrow and post them. It has a huge winch(i guess thats what it is) on the back. The owner was telling me about it, he is in his 70s and said that when he was younger it belonged to an older guy that he knew. He told him that if he ever wanted to get rid of it left him know. Well the older guy passed and the truck was sold. The current owner found it here locally and bought it. He said he remebered seeing it pull stuff when he was younger. Said the front bumper was made heavy to act as a counter weight. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slpwlker Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 to the jungle Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhino1 Posted June 29, 2011 Author Share Posted June 29, 2011 (edited) here it is... Edited June 29, 2011 by rhino1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhino1 Posted June 29, 2011 Author Share Posted June 29, 2011 (edited) Edited June 29, 2011 by rhino1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaysm35a2 Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 Yeah a old Mack B model il bet was a tractor when new, is the name in the grill guard classified? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhino1 Posted June 29, 2011 Author Share Posted June 29, 2011 it was the tag number Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 Hey guys. Just sined on. I dont currently have a Mack or ever had one for that matter. I am in a place to trade some work for one tho. The man was telling me its a 65 B61 mag or mack. Its and old winch truck of some sort. Dual rear axles, heavy duty front bumper. Its just cool looking. Would need a decent amount of work on the cab section. But thats what I do, paint and body. He wants some paint work done and I jokingly said we could trade and he said that could work if I really wanted to. Anyways, I might try to get some pics of it tomorrow and see what I can find out about it.wow,,,welcome aboard,,that sound pretty exciting for you,,man that sucker looks pretty clean,,hope it all works out for ya..good luck,and enjoy the site,,lotsa good people,and good info here...bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeavyGunner Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 Nice find, looks like a great platform to start with. Quote The problems we face today exist because the people who work for a living are outnumbered by the people who vote for a living.The government can only "give" someone what they first take from another. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hatcity Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 I think Rob just wet himself.Welcome aboard. Great people, great info hereThis is why I live in Florida Quote Success is only a stones throw away.................................................................for a Palestinian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 I think Rob just wet himself.Welcome aboard. Great people, great info hereThis is why I live in FloridaYup. Drips and dribbles are no longer a thing of the future.Rob Quote Plodding along with no job nor practical application for my existence, but still trying to fix what's broke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted June 29, 2011 Share Posted June 29, 2011 Yup. Drips and dribbles are no longer a thing of the future.Rob It must be the cause of major flooding in Missouri, it all goes down stream. mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted June 30, 2011 Share Posted June 30, 2011 Hey guys. Just sined on. I dont currently have a Mack or ever had one for that matter. I am in a place to trade some work for one tho. The man was telling me its a 65 B61 mag or mack. Its and old winch truck of some sort. Dual rear axles, heavy duty front bumper. Its just cool looking. Would need a decent amount of work on the cab section. But thats what I do, paint and body. He wants some paint work done and I jokingly said we could trade and he said that could work if I really wanted to. Anyways, I might try to get some pics of it tomorrow and see what I can find out about it. The dog is still lookin proud and ready for service. Hope your find serves you well. mike Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhino1 Posted June 30, 2011 Author Share Posted June 30, 2011 what this truck worth? i know this can be a tough question, but if i do this deal, i will be trading labor for this truck. i have no clue as to how to make sure this is a fair swap. he said it did run, just needs new batteries. but there is really no telling. just dont want to get the shaft on the deal. not looking to get over on him, just dont want to shoot myself in the foot either Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted June 30, 2011 Share Posted June 30, 2011 what this truck worth? i know this can be a tough question, but if i do this deal, i will be trading labor for this truck. i have no clue as to how to make sure this is a fair swap. he said it did run, just needs new batteries. but there is really no telling. just dont want to get the shaft on the deal. not looking to get over on him, just dont want to shoot myself in the foot eitherFrom appearance it should bring between $1400-1750.00 across the scales. I would start there as the truck has suffered quite a bit of neglect through the years.Rob Quote Plodding along with no job nor practical application for my existence, but still trying to fix what's broke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted June 30, 2011 Share Posted June 30, 2011 but i would go as high as $2300,,looks like a good runner,with just a few bucks,low mileage,pretty strait body,if he brings up the tow body,,tell him your not going to use it,good luck bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhino1 Posted June 30, 2011 Author Share Posted June 30, 2011 what would it be worth if I got it and made it look new again? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vision386 Posted June 30, 2011 Share Posted June 30, 2011 what would it be worth if I got it and made it look new again?Not to sound like a smart-ass,but it will never be worth what you put into it,and as far as net worth when done,its a matter of what someone is willing to pay for it if that makes any sense. As Rob stated,this truck needs a LOT of work,and to keep restoration costs to a minimun,you should be able & willing to perform what work you can yourself realistically. A truck that needs this much work,is no easy or fast task to take on moneywise. I always recommend anyone building a hobby truck to build it as if you were going to keep it forever,and encourage people to do what THEY like with it!..........Mark Quote Mack Truck literate. Computer illiterate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted June 30, 2011 Share Posted June 30, 2011 what would it be worth if I got it and made it look new again?if you wind up with it,,,i know a guy that has all the missing parts from the nose,chrome strips,side dogs,lights headlight doors,,one stop shopping,and he has real fare prices.of coarse..like mark says,,its a fun hobby,,but dont expect to see your money back...lol.bob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted June 30, 2011 Share Posted June 30, 2011 If you are concerned about the cost then don't get into the project as a positive return is not reality in most cases.Rob Quote Plodding along with no job nor practical application for my existence, but still trying to fix what's broke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhino1 Posted June 30, 2011 Author Share Posted June 30, 2011 Not to sound like a smart-ass,but it will never be worth what you put into it,and as far as net worth when done,its a matter of what someone is willing to pay for it if that makes any sense. As Rob stated,this truck needs a LOT of work,and to keep restoration costs to a minimun,you should be able & willing to perform what work you can yourself realistically. A truck that needs this much work,is no easy or fast task to take on moneywise. I always recommend anyone building a hobby truck to build it as if you were going to keep it forever,and encourage people to do what THEY like with it!..........MarkI understand what your saying. I can do a lot of the work. The engine part of it would have to be talked about with some friends. If I were to get it, it would be to fix up and take to some local shows to help promote my shop some. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhino1 Posted June 30, 2011 Author Share Posted June 30, 2011 If you are concerned about the cost then don't get into the project as a positive return is not reality in most cases.Robnot the cost of doing the rebuild, just if I ever was to sell it, what are they worth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted July 1, 2011 Share Posted July 1, 2011 not the cost of doing the rebuild, just if I ever was to sell it, what are they worth.$10,000 will buy a very nice one redone that someone is tired of.Rob Quote Plodding along with no job nor practical application for my existence, but still trying to fix what's broke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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