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Congrats on the rare catch up Paul! Well done!

I wish there was a straight forward process for registering a vehicle in Connecticut. I put the requirement of the DOT number exemption in the same category as the Affidavit requirement I was asked to produce. I have several friends that had to get the DOT exemption, prior to receiving a registration, but on both my trucks I was never asked to produce one. That was as recently as 2023 for the B73. My fall back whenever asked to produce some sort of documentation, is to ask for the statutory requirement for such. Then ask for a supervisor for clarification on where the requirement exists if it cannot be resolved with that clerk. Many times they can't define the requirement as it's just what they've been told and can't be backed up in black and white. DMV requirement have changed over the years, mostly with vehicle inspections leading to just a VIN verification, and I've stated the requirements as I've experienced them to register a former commercial vehicle with Classic Vehicle plates in Connecticut. I would be curious as to what you actually experience and if they provide you with written documentation requirements? If you do make any phone inquiries prior to going to DMV, please tell us the context of those conversations and the statute references if they exist? That would certainly be helpful as a guide for helping people in similar situations going forward. As always, I try to be pleasant during exchanges with DMV, whether in person or over the phone. The person I spoke with over the phone was able to confirm my requirements was very helpful in getting my truck registered. There was still some confusion with the clerk and supervisor at the counter. But, after some back and forth, I did walk away with my registration and plates. Matt

Thank you

That is a very good way to approach the problem. If the drums are worn but not terrible, a re-lined set of shoes will outlast your lifetime if you aren't stopping 80K lbs on a daily biases. Don't let perfection prevent good enough. Talk to some heavy truck parts houses and find one that will either re-line or send your shoes out for re-line. Last time I did that it was a week + or- for them to be ready for pick-up. Being a hobby truck you can wait that long.

The shoes I have look decent now but I just wanted to be ready for when I take it apart it’s only gonna be a hobby truck so if everything looks decent then it will do ok for me

Start by assessing the drums, if they are serviceable and you can get the casting number off them, it will help looking for parts. If the drums are trash, and an odd size, then it is going to be a struggle to find what will bolt in place and work.

As long as the shoes themselves are not damaged, having new linings installed on the old shoes is likely the best solution.

It says I have 16.25x3x1/2 inch brake shoes for an FA505 front axle with spoke wheels I was wondering what everyone else was doing for brakes maybe I’m missing something cause it seems like these shoes are obsolete

Wow, that's a great looking truck for being unrestored! Repowered with a Big Cam, that's an awesome combination of old school transmission and somewhat modern engine in an old Mack! I've had an interest in the west coast logging industries, so this was a real treat to see this Tuesday morning. Welcome aboard!

It’s off my 98 Mark E7.

It's Euro 6 emission rating, what ever that means Apparently it is the most stringent rating at the moment Paul

I had to plant Mums Kelpie about a month ago Had been baby sitting it for Mum for 12 months as Mums been having a issue with cancer Think it was harder telling Mum than sorting out the rest of it Poor old Penny was 16 years young A very old pooch, Miss Molly watches one side of the front yard and Penny the other They gotta keep a eye on proceedings Paul

Car lover,,, What did that harness come from?

One more for good measure. Probably old Jorsted Creek log dump on Hood Canal.

Here are a few more. You don't see loads like some of these anymore. Black & white photo is new in 56.

But yes, then again they are very powerful compared to the slugs. We had a few years ago shift and shift and shift doesn’t change the fact you only got 180 hp.

Thank you GW.. Your words speak truth..

I know the pain you are feeling, and you have my sympathy. Those that have never had a close relationship with another animal can't understand the pain losing one can be. I had to put one down, and I had another die "natural", and the pain and loss is no different. Only thing is with the first you know it is coming and is a relief for the animal. Either way it is the loss of a family member. I allowed myself to grieve and then when the time was right, took another into my heart and home. Peace be with you and your family at this hard time.

Yup all for the best better not suffering!

Yes it is tough. Sorry for your loss.

Back when mem were men ! no AC ; engine right behind the operator ; who by the way worked for way less then todays workers having AC ; enclosed cab; hyd machine = two joy sticks ;;;; not three levers; two pedals and miles of cable / R I P ;; Robert Rich . a man I grew up to respect to the highest degree, could run his Baycity with such expertise = feet and hands movement to keep the boom/ bucket all in tacked .

Its tough Joey....One of the hardest things to do but as you say he's at peace now.. Paul