doubleclutchinweasel

Yeah, I don't understand the "prototype" thing. There were scores of Maxis running around down here in the late 60's. Most were R685's with the ENDT-675, like 67RModel said. In fact, every one I ever saw was a "green dash" model. So, that dates them a good bit. I only remember seeing one or two on the V-8's. Not sure what years those were. Seems like a little later. I am very curious about that "prototype" comment. I'm having a hard time imagining so many prototypes being right here in my neck of the woods. Unless the entire 675 run was considered a "prototype"? Regarding the gold dog, LATER on it meant something different (all-Mack). But, in the late 60's the gold dog just meant gold engine (Maxi). That seems to come up about once a week on here! LOL!

I personally saw Maxidynes in trucks in the late '60s. I think the oldest one I persoanlly remember was a '67. I believe the '66 intro date matches what I have read. Maxidynes had gold dogs and Thermodynes had chrome dogs in those days. Maxis were painted gold. Not sure where the '72 date came from.

Seems like I remember parts of this some a while back. Glad to see it's still in the works.

Interesting. Pressurized air making its way to the oil pan through the hole in the compressor piston?

That's what I saw, too. Glad it wasn't just me! The "link" option won't put the picture here, just the link, and that MIGHT work for Mike if he can't use the other options.

I also noticed that the "direct" link worked for me on here, but it may not for him if he's having trouble posting pictures. Example:

Hadn't thought of that. Maybe he's reached his limit. By the way, I could not get the postimage thumbnail or hotlink kind of things to work here. But, I noticed that the "link" worked fine. Example: https://postimg.cc/vxm81hxb

Well, looks like the links won't open from here. Oh well, we tried. By the way, I have had the best luck here pasting photos directly, not using the "choose files" function. This one was copied and pasted.

No.. That one didn't. I'll try this one. [url=https://postimages.org/][img]https://i.postimg.cc/Wz1rGz1h/20140717-071635.jpg[/img][/url]

Gives you a link, like this. I'll see if the links work from here. [url=https://postimg.cc/47jmZJtg][img]https://i.postimg.cc/47jmZJtg/20140717-071635.jpg[/img][/url]

Maybe try postimages, like they use over at JOT?

Since it appears to be strapped onto the bracket, would it make sense to swap it out for something more easily sourced? Might need to bend some new straps.

Sorry! I was suggesting you had so many trucks you can't get them all inside! I had a friend once who bought a metal building that used to be a machine shop. He finished one corner (2-3 rooms) and left the rest of it as a shop. I always thought that was the ultimate dwelling. I suggested this to my wife...but she did not share my enthusiasm for the idea. I'd love to see more pics of that one in your avatar. Looks nice from what I can see there.

Does sound like ring blow-by, at first thought.

These were actually taken at Brad Wike's show a few years ago. I usually see these guys at most local shows. They are really cool and always let the grandsons look their trucks over thoroughly. Glad to see some more local folks on here. I go through Franklin pretty regularly on my way to Helen (a favorite weekend getaway for me and the wife). We both grew up in Cherokee County (Andrews, Murphy, Hiwassee Dam), and went to Franklin once in a while for one reason or another. Need to see some pictures of your trucks!

Franklin? You know these guys???

What a problem to have!

Actually, Accuride may now only offer those in 24".

As nice as this one is, it SHOULD be worth a pretty penny. Lots of logic to the school of thought of selling it for high bucks and using that money to buy a tractor closer to what you want. But, it MAY be difficult to find one as nice as what you have. So... But, like the man said, it is YOUR truck. Do what makes you the happiest in the long run.

Pretty sure Accuride, among others, still make 3-piece (no more 2-piece) 20" tube-type Dayton-style rims. Tubeless 22.5" one-piece rims are far better, easier to find, and easier to find tires for. They fit the 20" spiders. "Small Spider". I think the same goes for 22" tube-type and 24.5" tubeless. "Large Spider".

Agree. The gearing will hurt the initial selling price. Most folks would need to re-gear it. That can cost some bucks.

Oh, man. I hate to hear that! All I can do is wish you luck!

Looking at your pics, I can't tell if your floor comes apart or not. If not, that makes it more of a pain. My R600 had the "all hose" option, so it had rubber hoses with braided covers everywhere. When I changed the foot valve, I took that opportunity to swap everything over to DOT tubing and compression fittings. Looked a whole lot cleaner after I did that.

Get to know Bendix! It might be an E2 or E3, if it's a single circuit. I THINK the difference is that the E2 is linear, and the E3 has a light initial pedal that then requires more pressure to go over a certain PSI. But, I may be mis-remembering. Actually, that is correct. See the "Treadle Valves" attachment. Usually, part of the floor comes out to allow access. But yes...it is typically a PITA. E-2.pdfE-3.pdfTreadle Valves.pdf

I wondered when/who was going to do that!!!