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Storm has made it's way to the summit. 1/16 mile visibility and 50-87mph gusts and the wind chill is at -29*F. https://mountwashington.org/weather-cams/tower-weather-camera/ The small sign to the left by the pile of rocks is the highest point in NH. .....Hippy

Definitly some kind of tank, terry

Don't forget, there is a reamer once all washers are out, for the injector bores. terry

Knee deep at 9am WTF

I am glad I am now in Rebel Territory!!! 30 right now with a high in the low 40's, BUT with a wind chill taking 10 to 15 degrees off that.

I may have posted these earlier, But here is the last R-700 model made in Australia:

That part of it was likely a tank of some sort at one time.

And here we are this morning. Both reports come from Mt. Washington one for down below and one for above the clouds. .....Hippy Valid for February 23, 2026 at 6:55 AM A significant winter storm will impact the Northeast today, bringing heavy snow and strong winds to southern New Hampshire, with much lighter snow further north. Snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour and winds gusting up to 50 mph are possible through the afternoon along the seacoast, leading to significantly reduced visibility, treacherous travel, and the potential for power outages and coastal flooding. Lighter snow is expected to move into northern parts of the state later this morning and continue through the afternoon. The more widespread snow is expected to shift out of the state this evening, with scattered snow showers lingering through early tomorrow morning. Snowfall totals will be on the order of a trace to 2 inches in Coos County(Northern NH), 1 to 3 inches across the Lakes Region(Central NH), and 8 to 12 inches further south. High temperatures today will range from the mid 20s to around 30 statewide, with overnight lows dropping into the teens. Skies will gradually clear tomorrow, with high temperatures ranging from the upper teens in Errol(Northern NH) to the upper 20s in Keene(SW NH). ▼ Summit Conditions* Wind Speed Wind Direction 10-Minute Gust Wind Chill 74 mph E (70°) 79 mph -32° F Temp RH Pressure Weather 2.3° F 54% 23.32 inHG Clear 24-Hour Data Precip Snow High Low Gust 0 in 0 in 11.4° F 0.6° F 82 mph Visibility (miles) 70 miles

Wonder what was the origin of its body? Thick steel put together with rivets. Looks very massive and steady overall.

2016 mack mp 8 deleted dump truck . Was running great then one day i was merging onto highway and had to hit the gas and the truck fell flat on its face and died . Insas able to restart but now it dies at random times and is hard To start. We replaced the cups and two bad injectors but still didnt fix it . We dont see any visible leaks . any ideas on how to find a leak that doesn't want to be found . also diD fuel pump when cranking after it stalls . The engine only cranks few times then stops and keeps repeating . Someone said this was a safety because of low rail pressure . thanks for any feedback

from Facelessbook BAILEIGH RADAR ALERT 🚨 Our hearts break as we bid farewell to “Rosie the Riveter” Lila Tomek, who has passed at 101, a quiet giant of the Greatest Generation, a woman whose courage echoed far beyond the factory walls she once stood within. At just 19, while others clung to comfort, Lila stepped into history. She left behind her office job in Pawnee City, Nebraska, as her two younger brothers marched toward war, one to the battlefields of Europe, the other into the vast uncertainty of the Pacific. She could not carry a rifle, but she carried something just as powerful: resolve. And so she chose her battlefield, the roaring production lines of the Glenn L. Martin Bomber Plant near Omaha.🕊️🇺🇸 Amid thunderous machinery and the constant hum of urgency, her steady hands helped build the B-26 Marauder and the B-29 Superfortress, aircraft that bore the weight of hope for a world desperate for peace. Each rivet she fastened was an act of defiance against tyranny. Each shift she worked was a prayer for her brothers’ safe return. As victory crept closer, Lila was entrusted with a mission cloaked in secrecy, preparing aircraft for a purpose history would later reveal. She asked no questions. She sought no praise. She simply served. Because true bravery does not always stand on the front lines. Sometimes, it stands at a workbench, sleeves rolled, heart steadfast. When the war finally fell silent, she returned home not as someone seeking recognition, but as someone ready to build again, this time a family, a marriage with her beloved Rudy Tomek, and a lifetime of service to her community. Her strength was never loud. Her humility never wavered. Her legacy never needed applause. Today, we do more than remember her, we honor her. A woman who helped forge victory with her bare hands. A sister who carried fear and faith in equal measure. A hero who proved that sacrifice wears many faces.

We are counting down the days until the Kyabram Mack Muster! Put it in your calanders folks 21st and 22nd of March 2026!! Mack Fact for all you fans…. The Golden Era of the R Series! 🚛 The strong acceptance of the R model, with its large cab, new-fangled fibreglass and tough steel bonnet options, and tried-and-true drivetrain components was reflected in the sales statistics – nearly 280 in the first 18 months of R series production. At the same time, Mack Australia was still building the last of the B models – around 60 in the same period. The clear engine and transmission choice was the 211hp naturally aspirated END711 with the 18-spd Quad box – nearly 70% of these B & R models had this combo. To change this operator preference, something REALLY special would have to happen. The Golden Era of Mack Engines arrived in early 1968 – something special was about to happen! It was the MAXIDYNE concept – the gold-painted turbocharged 237hp Mack ENDT675 engine, with its industry-leading torque of 900 lb-ft. Mack boldly matched the engine with a 5-speed transmission to take full advantage of the incredible high torque for maximum fuel economy, reduced gear shifts and improved trip time. This drivetrain was revolutionary, and the Mack ads of the day highlighted the reduced driver effort – a big change from 18 gears and 2 sticks to one stick with 5 or 6 gears at most. Of course, a special identity came with the Maxidyne concept – a gold bonnet mascot. Now staring at a dog’s bum all day had a whole new look! The Golden (Maxidyne) era lasted 15 years – until 1981, when the air-to-air intercooled Econodyne engine series was introduced. Of the 13 different engines offered over the period, Maxidyne engines were fitted to nearly two-thirds of the almost 3,500 R models built. An amazing outcome that we all love! Paul

My boy is flying down on the 13th March from north QLD to polish and tidy the old bucket of bolts up I have been charged with making a new exhaust and fixing air leaks and tidying up other bits and bobs Would like to re plumb the air system as the airlines are about stuffed Paul

THE COUNT DOWN IS ON: 26 DAYS Bit of a long one today - The R model Grows Up! With the increased demand for the R series, resulting from the release of the stump puller Maxidyne 237 engine, more Mack owners got a taste of what real performance was all about - suddenly those hills were dimples! This, in turn, created the demand for a truck with even more performance! So in late 1970, the R model got stretched - 12 inches or 300mm in length, to accommodate a longer bonnet and was known as the R700 series. It would house the emerging larger more powerful engines from Mack and other engine suppliers. Mack had been working on an update to its 14.2 litre V8 - using the now proven turbocharger technology to increase engine performance and efficiency. However, this was still under development in the USA so, in Australia, that extra space was, initially, mostly filled by the 237hp Maxidyne and a noisy V8 - the 318hp GM 8V71NA. For the first time, Mack had engines that delivered high torque or above 300 hp - an incredible output in 1971! Later that year, the Mack 14.2 litre ENDT865 Maxidyne V8 arrived - 325hp and nearly 1000lbft - and so now the R700 series offered serious performance. The shorter R600 series was also upgraded - getting a turbocharged and inter-cooled version (aka Cool-Power) of the Maxidyne 6 cylinder - 285hp and over 1000 lbft - a real hot rod! To keep up with demand for higher performing highway trucks, the R700 lead the way again, getting a Thermodyne version of the new Mack V8 - it delivered 375hp. Cummins 14litre engines were also fitted, with a 400hp rating being available. In 1976, the R series got a even bigger brother - a rugged Flintstone looking off road R800 version, with massive frames and hauling capacity. It shared the same R cab and engine options as the R600 and R700 - but serious hauling capacity set it apart. We will talk about the BIGGEST R series later. In 1978, the next evolution of the R700 was launched in Australia - a bold square bonnet with heaps of space to accommodate the biggest and highest performing engines of that era - the first 3 were fitted with the largest diesel truck engine then available - the huge 450hp 18 litre Cat 3408 V8. Mack was developing its own high performance V8 - the 16.4litre E9 rated initially at 400hp. To go with the bold look, this R700 Series was aptly named Super-Liner. Over the next 13 years, the R700 Super-Liner evolved into a second series and the engine performance continued to grow - to 500 hp. The R600 series also continued to grow, transforming in 1986 into the set back steer axle Value-Liner range, offering Mack 12 litre E7 6 cylinders engine up to 400 hp. There was also a R700 version of the Value-Liner, fitted with the 16.4litre MACK E9 V8. In its 24 years, the R600 series evolved from the rugged Flintstone to the nimble Value-Liner - and in 1990, the last new R series was introduced - known as the Metro-liner, it was a tough compact urban hauler. We will have a look at this uniquely Aussie Bulldog later. Paul

Sad to see the last Mack that had anything to do with Mack gone.

Mark T,I will get some pictures of what I’m looking for.Hopefully I can make it up to the shop tomorrow after the snow stops.

Ahh, the beautiful Iowa scenery!

That's a fairly simple system to rebuild. The control valve uses standard O-rings. The hydraulic cylinder has a couple cast piston rings like an engine and orings for sealing it. I got my rings from Hastings and am pretty sure i have some extra.

Sorry for any confusion. Yes we would like to still use this as a trailer. I was hoping to be able to find matching parts as everything bolts together easily. I understand that is becoming a long shot. If I can’t find what I need, we will have to modernize/customize the whole project. Very doable but at a much higher expense.

I have seen this truck in person it is nice and so is the B model sitting beside it

It looks like a power assist system on it. The pump is a Vickers. That just supplies the system with pressurized oil. The valve in the picture is the control valve, then I'm assuming it has a cylinder attached to the tie rod underneath it. What are you trying to repair on it ?

told you I don't follow politics' LOL both buildings are white aren't they ??? someone should put signs on them with labels. Isn't the capital same place where all the pocket filling kick backs take place ?? they must have security there ???

I found in the paperwork that it has a Ross Hydraulic system for the power steering. It says Ross on the cylinder.I have the original paperwork for the truck and it says nothing about the power steering.

It says Ross on the cylinder.I have the original paperwork for the truck and it says nothing about the power steering.