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Sound like my luck. If you need to get out of the truck for some good sleep. The rainbow casino in Windover has (had) some nice cheep rooms

Ok. took the intake side snail off the CHRA and it had streaks of oil coming from behind the blades. The blades were dry but the snale and intake system was oily. Started the truck and saw no oil making its way out but it was not above idle. Checked the oil drain tube and put my finger up into the CHRA no dirt or muck to block oil return flow. Must be bad seals. Is there rebuild kits for these things? I have rebuilt Toyota and garret turbos before. Easy fix if you can get a rebuild kit. Trent

Thanks shaker...It has a brand new air filters and the other night it was pushing 27psi feeling strong

I can understand the slobber on the exhaust port from long idel times but it does not make sence to me seeing it at the turbo outlet (Boosted side) to the charge cooler box? At least I have never seen it before?I was more worried about it running away from the oil getting into the engine. Seen the aftermath of that also. Thanks for the numbers Rhasler always a big help on this site Trent

found it on my build sheet. Forgot it listed all this info engine assy # 11gba16894ap4 serial # endt6766r3314 turbocharger # 631gc465 Thanks for the help guys. Rob What does a single rebuild cost from him? if its not to much I may just send this one to him. I know they pop up on ebay sometimes dirt cheep too.. I also may have a lead on one from a friend but he has to check what engine it is on. Before I go to far tho I have to ask for an opinion on this. The oil leaking from the turbo outlet was pretty thick, very black, and did not run down the snale like clean or hot oil would. the same oil streak was coming from the leaky exhaust gasket. looks almost like a old slobering diesel in cold weather. Is it likely that the exhaust is passing thru to the intake and sooting it up and making it look like this. I have seen turbos fail but most of them just let the oil seal go or the shaft and wheel fail with a bad bearing..

Think my turbo took a dump today. Had the truck running for 30 mins this afternoon and noticed that it was slobering oil from the turbo snail/crossover pipe to the Charge cooler. also noticed oil leaking from the number 5 exhaust manafold/gasket. anyone have a part number for a reman or is anyone have a spare used one for sale? Vin RS78632474LST 285 maxidyne tip turbine.

Yes he would be proud of you but Rob you have to start putting them back together! just think what they will look like all dressed up with FULL TANKS OF FUEL! Im still putting mine back in once piece after this summers roof repair. And I havent forgetton about that steering box. Just have had no time yet. Between work travel and no time off I can barely get my stuff done Here are the latest pics with the new pipes added. you know the deal....But dont worry its not going anywhere And with those 5" pipes she sounds mean too.. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ejQ2usv_FtU

very sorry to hear that. I had to watch my dad slowly meet his maker and it was difficult. He came back to the house to live his last few weeks and im glad I had things to do besides thinking of his state all day. What im trying to get at is sometimes a hobby such as a truck,car, moder trains,,,,etc... is something that helps us get thru the tuff times. Not sure if the truck is paid for yet, and not shre if its been a good or bad truck for you? but it may help to keep something you like so that your mind is clear and involved with things that allow you to enjoy life a little. just talking from my experince. My Best wishes go out to you. Regards Trent

Sorry to hear, but have to ask did I miss something? Hope all is ok ?

I think we all said it when the news about the titan was released. In this day how can a MFG build a otr heavy haul truck that is not offered with a sleeper option? Mack Au has been building these for years so the spec is there yet volvo managment wont let mack lead the way in the US. Volvo did however give it somewhat a ugly look, made it way over priced, and then pulled the no sleeper option , I think volvo made it a failure from the start. just my.02

sounds like you have what is known as a Hi mount 5th wheel. common on tractors that haul Dump trailers in the off road or pull tanker trailers. It gives more space between the frame and trailer bottom and reduces the risk of interfearance. Does it have holes welded to the wheel and mounting plate so that a Bar can be installed and hold the 5th wheel level? if so it was set up for a frameless or 1/4 frame end dump.

Nice looking truck. I do like the looks of petes as they still have that classic apeal to them (unlike newer macks) Engine should be good. One thing I dont like about Petes is that they feel like a wet sponge in the dirt. rocking back and forth up and down. seats moving all over the place. gear shifter hitting the seat in the low hole. I like a soft ride but in the dirt I want it to feel solid. Hate to say it but im a realist. paccar must be doing something right as they stole alot of the market away from Mack.Regardless Ill be keeping my R Model..

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Yep you have a few big pulls ahead of you. Just drop another gear and keep the Rpms up. That last pull in WY and park city are pretty long. Have had to pull to the side a few times in the summer on those hills. I always start them with the fan on and cross my fingers....

very nice restoration. Will look great running down the road, nice job!

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the pic above shows the worst of it. Surface rust only. I did not try to clean it up so you can see what it looks like. last of the pics just show the wires and back side.

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here are a few shots. Currently the cover is black with the Dog on the box but I do have a brand new spare gray cover. Worst part of the heater unit is the under side near the front corner. Fan motor had 3 speeds and levers worked the coolant valve and defrost vent. Wireing looked like someone had spliced into one of the wires. it is used was quiet with no squeeks when fan was running. just the rush of air was heard. Kept the cab nice and warm in winter and did not see any leaks when running the truck. Let me know what ya think.

I think the 2 stick 6 speed was the last offered in the late 80s. However some cement trucks had and may currently still have the transfercase on a stick. Trent

saw your other post. I will post pics of my unit. the steel is gray with a black cover. It can be sprayed Gray and look just like new. Has plastic glass in the panel with the levers. Fan blows and core was working when removed 3 months ago. Might even have a spare new gray cover for you.. would be intrested in talking to you about the AC/heat unit.... Trent 847-738-8569

Looking good larry... I thought you already had it welded on by now... Hows was the dragster getting to/from the stip this summer

I just bought mine from the mack dealer a few weeks ago. it was in stock. any good parts man that sold R or B models will know what you need. I called it a Door glass retaining strip and they knew what I needed....

I like pogo sticks instead of the roof mount. Less chance the lines will rub on the cab. I also like the rear of tractor/under the trailer air line conections as it leaves the deck plate clean.

around here that is kinda slow of a rear end so it would be hard to find them used. Alot of people just buy a complete drop in take outs and change the seals at the same time. less stuff to R&R. but like said above cheepest way, if you do all the labor is to just get 2 ring and pinion set.