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We used to run an extra ground for the EECU on E-Techs for similar issues..

What method are you using now ? Paul

Ok update: I remembered something just before the truck went down. The truck was frequently going into high idle around 1100rpm just randomly throughout the day anytime the parking break was set and the truck sat idling around 5 minutes. I figured it had something to do with the smart idle settings in the parameters, which cause the truck to raise the idle to maintain charging voltage when it sensed it was low. This prompted us to replace all the batteries since one was bad. Only three days before the truck went down. It was also only showing 13.2 volts at idle and the smart idle function triggers when voltage hits 12.8 volts and raises the rpm. Fast forward to this weekend, I took the ecm in for repair and they told me it was too badly burnt to repair, I still have the burnt ecm, it’s not repairable. I got another used replacement ecm and had it cloned with another that I have for this truck, got it back to the truck and installed it. I also installed an additional heavy gauge ground wire directly to the ecm because the oem ground strap that the ecm’s come with was looking pretty questionable. I got the truck started and I’m not sure, but now that it has additional grounding, the voltage on the dash now reads 13.7 volts. I don’t know if that’s coincidence or what. Anyway, the truck is set to return back to service tomorrow, I’ll update when I know how it behaves.

Good afternoon all: We are working on a very well used Mack AC attempting to pull the cylinders cast in pairs retained by six 5/8-18 crankcase studs . The service manual describes only removing the six nuts to remove the cylinders. The cylinders do not move even with the engine hoist wanting to lift the truck . We are trying hard not to break anything along the way. Any wisdom from someone who has been there done that would be greatly appreciated!

Great, thank you! I was thinking that but figured I would make sure first.

Well, 3 injectors out, 3 to go. The last three do wiggle so they are trying to come out. Will keep trying.....

Speaking of kangaroos, this was in Nelson county, just up the road and across the river from here.

Yeah, yeah, but what about this-

Heres a pic of an FTF truck... Paul

I remember reading that FTF trucks bought and refurbished older and ex military macks and sold a lot of them to the middle east.FTF trucks took over the Mack assembly plant and workforce in Holland when Mack pulled out.They went on to make their own designs with Detroit engines and Alison transmissions.FTF trucks were and still are held in high regard in Europe.They made some very special order trucks too. Paul

Looks like Dutch folks were transporting used R-models they sold to Iran. If my memory serves right I saw a pic somewhere with a raw of R-models in similar colors with a script of those trucks were sold in The Netherlands and shipped to Iran.

That was apparently a nice road to drive over with a truck. Wonder how fast could you go there with a semy? 20 or 30km/h? Barely much faster than that camel. Somewhere in the Eastern part of Turkey I suppose by the look of the environment.

lol I’m surprised it’s not by Ronko and if you order now we give you 3 for the price of one

l know it's a little late but just came across this fancy item. .....Hippy OH that damn AI! lol.....

Ouch

thank you for taking the hit on this one. we were supposed to get it today with 8-12 inches..... on top of the 12 still frozen solid from last weekend.

Any of the 9000 series and some of the 4000 series IH's had the short seat that sat on the heater box. Most any of those that had the Eagle package have air ride seats. I believe the visors were built by Lund. Good luck. they are as about as scarce as new windshields for that truck. Looks like a nice ride. Best of luck to ya

Im glad I can make you guys laugh... Im looking at a driveway with 8 inches of snow, that will partially melt then freeze solid tonight.. Im not laughing... 🙃

I was talking about the GMC/Chevy using them, I know they were in other trucks and have seen one (in a D/R) at the ATHS show IIRC.

Correct....

l take it you have not been out plowing yet? With or with out permission. .....Hippy

John Rich, "Global Warming" (ls freezin' us to death) Dedicated to Al Gore. .....Hippy

a company i dealt with had 5 duetz powered giants with mixer barrels on them. the drivers loved them

Goodmorning, Sorry for the late response. This cold snap makes life difficult to find time lately. The price is pretty much as low as i can go, and I am only trying to break even from what I have into them. The Superliner sleeper with all parts and original interior is $1,500. and the Ford LTL900 sleeper complete with the original frame cradle is $2,500. I would do a package deal of $3,800 for both. They are getting hard to find. They are very much snowed/froze in right now and I would recommend looking at them after the thaw. I have a bunch of guys claiming to come look at them IF I still have them by Spring. I am in Sweet Valley, PA. 18656. Thanks for the interest! Amos (570)822-9430