farmer52

Welcome! Like the Ford 801 tractor. Nice restoration.

It will take that long for Mike to move his trucks to the fairgrounds.

Good to hear. Takes forever to get mine up to speed too (T2050). The ride is not too bad (spring rear) with a trailer. 65mph @ 1650rpm.

MX-13 is a DAF engine. The smaller PX-9 and PX-7 are Cummins engines. Rumor is PACCAR is working on a 15L engine.

David! I see David....when did you sneak in? Did you drive the Superdog? Leslie, never run, focus, and zoom at the same time. Someone could get hurt. You should have stayed with the cart.

X2. Allison is very specific about the fluid. The company I worked for was developing a common fluid for all TQ automatics but Allison was very much against it.

Anyone know the final count of trucks and Superliners? IIRC, there were 25 Superdogs at last year's show.

Looks like they have SCR/DEF. Neverstar engine or hummin Cummins?

I agree! Best Gerhart show (but they all have been great). Ideal weather, great people, good food, and great trucks!

Here is my picture contribution. http://s1305.photobucket.com/user/pafarmer52/library/#/user/pafarmer52/library/2013%2010%2005%20Gerhart%20Mack%20Show?sort=2&page=0&_suid=1381103186981007560923314602547

Randy, Sorry to hear about your dad. The Mack show is low on the priority list when something happens in the family. Best wishes to your dad for a full recovery and prayers also to dad, you, and family!

A different view....

Vinny with his U795....

Great show! Thanks for posting pictures. I bailed at 11a and did not get to say "good bye" to DCR (Denny and Ruthann), Mike69mackman, 39 Baby Mack (Ron), and others. And yes I missed the BMT nooner. As I pulled out of the show headed south, I was told the intersection at Brunnerville Road was closed. So I had to backup into the show entrance and go north. I have no idea how I made it to 501 but I did (I remember one section that showed - NO TRUCKS OVER 5T EXCEPT LOCAL DELIVERY). When I got to Route 72 south, it was backed up for over a mile north of the PA turnpike. It took 15 minutes to go the mile. It was still backed up south of the turnpike entrance. Don't know what was the issue. But I made it home by 2:15p, unloaded the truck, showered, put on the suit, and made it to the church on time. Mrs. Farmer was happy and this is what counts. I did not take a lot of pics but I will download and post them in the next day or so. Again, sorry I did not get to say "good bye" but I enjoyed meeting and talking with other BMT members. I hope everyone had a safe trip home. P.S. Leversole was my driver at the show - THANKS! And thanks to Ron for adjusting the MH's rear brakes. Did I hear correctly...a repair invoice? Hopefully there will not be road call charge since you were parked next to me. Hmmm

Pics or it didn't happen!

Thanks guys but already have one! Maddog sent me a note too. Bought it about a year ago - still in the box. But I may need a second one! You know what they say "two or more is a collection."

You should see all the "stains" on the U!

No problem...just wanted clarification to make sure no problem with my system.

I will not be at the nooner picture. Of course most of you have seen my ugly mug before. I am likely going to bail between 11 and 1130 so I can "be at the wedding on time" (Mrs. Farmer said so). Should be a great show (like always). The weather forecast looks good and trucks were arriving on Thursday afternoon (to Dave's dismay). Had dinner with Roger Gerhart, Roger's wife, DCR (Denny and his wife Ruthann), and others. Enjoyed talking with Roger...a wealth of information. BTW, Roger said of all the Macks he liked the MH the best. More trucks will likely show today (Friday) and looking forward to the clambake tonight. Safe travels everyone!

Saw these articles posted in Fleet Owner. Does anyone know of this yard or has anyone visited this place? I think this is the place on the east side of I-78 just south of Allentown. A few pics of MH, R doors, and Superliner hood. Looks like an interesting place. http://fleetowner.com/equipment/visit-truck-boneyard?NL=FO-01&Issue=FO-01_20131003_FO-01_650&YM_RID=kclaar@neo.rr.com&YM_MID=1425549&sfvc4enews=42#slide-4-field_images-102962 There is also a sub-article about an old Mack barn find. The "old Mack" is an International with a bulldog on the hood. There is a picture of the IH hooked to a Superliner. http://fleetowner.com/equipment/classic-plucked-barn#slide-5-field_images-102982 Another article http://fleetowner.com/blog/where-trucks-go-die-or-be-reborn?NL=FO-01&Issue=FO-01_20131003_FO-01_650&YM_RID=kclaar@neo.rr.com&YM_MID=1425549&sfvc4enews=42

Is it the infamous mike69mackman? I never saw him without a cap. Will he be signing autographs at Gerhart's?

I made it to Lititz and dropped the trailer at Gerhart's. Dave is busier than a cat covering crap on a tin roof. Wanted to get the Mack/trailer washed at Lancaster Truck Wash but they were too busy (didn't see much happening when I drove by). The girl on the phone said "today is not a good day". Well heck, when would be a good day? End of rant! I will try to get most of the bugs off the windshield and bumper but it will be far from clean.

But the unemployed, too lazy to work crowd is all in favor of Obummercare. Hmmm! If you want health insurance, go get a job and get your hands out of my pockets!

My MH does not have ABS but the trailer does. The amber light does not illuminate.

X2! BTW, nice R!!