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David Wild, why is anyone who does not agree with you, and loon or whatever description you want to provide? You don't seem to be very respectful of those with differing points of view. Last I checked everyone has a right to thier opinion. I don't get it?

I have a 1985 R Model Mack rescue truck with an Allison Automatic transmission. It has a manual Morse shifter mounted on a tower. During some restoration activities some of the side area was damaged, so this is cosmetic. The panel is black plastic and has the indicator panel for which gear you have selected. I would like to replace this plasic panel, but have had no luck in finding a new replacement. Morse seems to have been sold many times, and the only thing I can find is boating products. I have attached a photo of the plastic panel for reference. The gear selector piece comes out and can be transfered. Many thanks in advance, Mark

I believe that history will show that Trump was the most corrupt president in modern history. While he said he was going to "clean up the swamp" but he has placed his loyalists in positions that they are not qualified for. He has provided the wealthy and companies with a substantial tax cut, while the working class was led to believe they would get the same. For me, while I took home more money, come tax season I paid 3K that I would have rather paid in each paycheck. As we see time and time again he has fired anyone who disagrees with him, and I believe this is a coverup. His cabinet positions are filled with "Acting" before the persons name. He has attempted to stop officials from testifying, and anyone not on "the team" is critisized harshly, even if they had been loyal in the past. Friday night he fired the State Department IG. He has always gotten his way in business because he is the boss, but have anyone try to explain something to him and he knows more. He knows more than the Generals, Doctors, and other specialist in thier field. The one thing I can say about him is he is very good at pointing his finger at everyone else and blaming them. He has never once said the words "I was mistaken". He always claims "the fake news" and/or blames the democrats. Remember how Covid-19 was a hoax by the dems to win the election. "Just 15v Cases - one day it will disapear". Well he blew this one folks. The WH had people telling them that this was bad in advance. Trump didn't want to listen to the truth - and you see the results. Deaths could have been avoided along with some of the restrictions that we are now facing. He has blamed everyone except the guy in the mirror. Did he create Covid-19, NO. Should he have acted quicker with urgency to protect citizens, YES. Again he point the finger at everyone else. Obama left him low on supplies - you Mr. President have been in office for three years. Time to take responsibility. The funny thing to me is that he has destroyed "his" beautiful economy. As the deficit continues to rise under his leadership, they will continue to reduce taxes for corporations and the wealthy. WE will all pay the price for his belief that this was a hoax. I feel for the folks who will loose everything, the busisinesses that will close and not rehire people. This will not go away for many years. There will be a time when Republicans and Democrats will have to sit down and raise taxes to get rid of this debt. If the Dems do it on thier own, even though it's best for the country, they will pay the price. WE as a nation have to start working together on common goals. If not, I am afraid that the America we once knew, will be a thing of the past. I hope that a vaccine is found very soon, or the use of a current drug, and that Americas are the ones who discover it. We were once looked up to on the world stage. We no longer have that reputation, in my opinion.

Glenn, welcome and congratulations on your truck. I have a 1965 B95 with a 707C Gasoline engine. I have found that most of the ignition components are GM and as said parts are easily available. A lot of folks recomend NAPA for parts. A good NAPA dealer will research your parts and find what you need. One of the problems I have heard of is with the points, so most folks will update to an electronic ignition. You will need two, and they are pretty easy to install. Also you remove the points and condensor eliminating those parts. I use Pertronix electronic ignition parts. You will need to get the distributor model number off the side of the distributor, and then call Pertronix to get the proper part number. Summit racing sells them and they ship free. When you speak with Petronix give them as much information as you can, especially if it is a positive ground system. NAPA numbers on my truck : CAP RR162 ROTOR RR161. You came to the right place. Members have a wealth of knowledge. As suggested contact the museum for your truck's records and send them a donation. Mark

I listened to a portion of his speech today and he admitted to working on obtaining a stockpile of ventilators for the predicted need in about three weeks. He has requested those along with other needed PPE. My opinion is that the federal government blew this one and should be the ones to stockpile and distribute items as needed, instead of every state, hospital, and the feds bidding for the same items. The feds could/should make the purchases because of their buying power. He stated that before the virus ventilators were 20K. With all of the needs they are now 50K. He has asked for ANY medical personnel to respond to NY for the upcoming height of illnesses. He also said that NY would respond in kind as after the crisis is done in NY, it will move to another area that will need additional resourses. NY has one hospital ship at this time, not two. He also explained about the health systems in NY, and that they all met today to form a group that would share needed items, beds, Etc. He had some of the leaders from the systems with him to answer questions. They will be attempting to spread out the very ill so that no one hospital gets swapped. He spoke about this being a difficult time for NY and that other areas will eventually be hit and will need support. I think he and many other govenors have done an exceptional job dealing with a slow response from the federal government. I also like John Bell Edwards from Louisiana. He has shown great leadership in several situations in his state, and is warning of the upcoming spread in his state. in my opinion Trump really did not act in time, and continues to make incorrect/differing statements than his team of doctors and specialist. In the beggining it was a hoax and something that the democrats were using to take him down. He seems to finally be taking the advise from his team. Unfortunatly every press conference is about what a great job he is doing and making incorrect statements. I find that even in this time of a national emergency, where anyone of us could/will be inpacted, there are so many comments about the "Democrats". The democrats fought for additional money to be given to the citizens, and that all of the money needed to be tracked and accounted for. WE are all in this together and this should make us stronger and more united. Some don't like Cuomo because of his stance on firearms, but we don't know his experiences and why he has that opinion. I think gun ownership is a privilage and most owners I know are very responsible. I also know folks that have assault weapons and they have never been able, in my opinion, to justify having them. After all, no one wants to be told what they can or cannot do. Those folks with the large amounts of weapons have their reasons, and experiences. So I can't tell them what to think or do. I also don't agree with the Pro-Life folks on banning abortion for the same reason. Who am I to tell someone what they can or cannot do. I have to be consistent in my expectations of others. I believe that God is the only being that should judge us. And I am a proud Democrat. I don't always agree with what the party does, but I feel that they are about taking care of people, while the Republicans are about helping business. Our country needs to have a strong middle class, and that will in turn help businesses. Just my two cents.

https://www.firetruckmall.com/AvailableTruck/13324/1964-Mack-Pumper Looks all original and just out of service. No connection _-_1964_Mack_Pumper.zip

I am cleaning up the brake and accelerator bases and pedals on my 1885 R Model Mack rescue truck. While preparing the brake base for blasting I removed and tore the rubber stop that is on the heal of the base. I have contacted Williams Air Controls and Watts about a replacement part with no success. A new base is available with the rubber stopper in place, I would rather not go that route for the "stop". I am attaching a photo of the stop - it's about the size of a large gumdrop with a section that goes into the base and "Locks in". If anyone has a source for this part please reply. Many thanks in advance, Mark

Thanks for the referral. Mark

Can anyone suggest a company/person to repair/restore a B Model steering Wheel? Many thanks, Mark

I have had one of my carburetors rebuilt by a mechanic friend of mine, and he said it was pretty straight forward. The only thing I had to replace was the shaft bearings that were not included in the kit. If you can find a good mechanic that is interested, or someone in your SPAMFFA group to help you out with the rebuild, I would go that way. You can get a rebuild kit @ https://carbkitsource.com/models/Zenith 29D.html You can contact Zenith Fuel Systems also @ http://zenithfuelsystems.com/ I hope this helps, Mark

Lens has been located and purchased. Thank you, Mark

Gents, thank for the assistance with the motor issue. I am now looking for the red lens for the light, which was on Models 211, 7-110, and 7-114. The lense was alos used on the Federal Beacon 184. I am looking for a good clean lens with no cracks. 610-246-3265 or IM me on this site. Thanks

I have found a motor unit from a member of this forum. Thanks, Mark

Thanks. The motor I have does not even turn. Who has NOS?

I have a 1965 B95 pumper that came with a Dietz Model 211 four light beacon. I was checking the operation the other day and it appears that the rotator motor is dead. I am looking for a motor, but will get the complete fixture if needed. The fixture I have is in great condition, so I really would like to repair this one and keep the truck as original as possible. Dietz also updated the model numbers to 7-110 and 7-114 in later years. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Mark 610-246-3265

I would be concerned about the oil plug being pushed into the pan. Yes I have seen them on the pan and usually there is damage.

I would think Pierce would have all schematics since they did the conversion. I would contact Pierce with the build and chassis number and ask for the electrical drawings.

If you have the ability to move the vehicle outside prior to removal, and back into the space without power, you may want to consider contacting a tow service that has the ability to telescope their boom out and pick it that way. I removed the 707 gas engine in my B model with a forklift, and that engine was 2000lbs. A diesel will be heavier, and you will want to make sure you have something to place the engine on once it is removed.

RowdyRebel, one of the main reasons that those running for president disclose, voluntarily, is so that any "special interests or conflicts" can be identified. Similar to "show us your birth certificate". I don't care if you don't care. It is of interest to me and I have the right to why someone would not want to do it. Or is asking you to respect my opinion too much to ask? If so, you are the problem!

Trump scares the hell out of me. I don't believe for one minute that he is that successful a businessman, or that he does not have some things that he does not want the public to know. He should as a matter of past practices provided his tax returns - nothing to hide, prove it. Running the government and a business are two different things. Business is for profit and government is about the people. He wanted to build the wall and have Mexico pay for it. The latest I heard is that he wanted Congress to pay for it and send a bill to Mexico. A wall will not stop someone from coming into the country. Companies that are overseas will not return even if there is no tax burden. Payroll and any benefits are the largest costs - manufacturing will not return. He will bring coal back, but I think gas and oil will fight that as much as they can. He will restrict a women's right to determine what goes on with their body, and has stated that any women that would have an abortion must be punished. He has no respect for women or anyone who disagrees with him. I can't wait until 2020 when he says he will have no deficit. The citizens of the United States did not have much of a choice this season for sure. Hillary was unpopular and Trump has no idea what he has gotten himself into. Anyone person that says they are the "only one" that can solve the problems, knows more about ISIS than the generals, and is going to be the best president that God created, well he is not in reality. He will not get much done in his time in office. Some in his own party don't like him, and the Dems will fight him like the Republicans fought Obama. My greatest fear is what will happen to the economy once he starts spending. He wants to lower taxes and invest a large amount of money in the "Wall" and removing immigrants. Our dept will go up, and citizens investments in the stock market will become very small. I hope this does not happen because I would like to retire some day, but I don't think Trump will worry about that. I have seen how he has treated people that disagree with him. He will have plenty of people from both parties who disagree with him, but he will respond with his usual thin skin attacks. I hope that for all Americans things work out well and we all prosper. In reading this post their is so much anger and in some, disrespect. How are we as a people going to "Make America Great Again" until we work together. (I believe America was great before Trump). Mr. Trump will take us back to what he thinks was good times. Back to when we were at war. If you want to see someone who is angry about Trump, and makes some very good points about how the FBI got involved in the election, please go to Youtube and watch Keith Olberman. He has 40 great commentary's that have some valid points. Best to all of you.

If it was an original fire chassis I would think that it would have a dual ignition. My B95 was ordered from the factory with an exterior oil bath air filter, as I understand the standard air filter style was not efficient at removing contaminates from entering the engine.

I replaced the plugs in my 707C with the J8C. This plug was the replacement for the original I believe. Mark

I don't believe there should be any "cost" to the volunteer rescuers to register and follow some simple guidelines. I think that being registered would allow these folks to be admitted to areas where law enforcement would restrict other non-registered parties. In addition having officials understand what type of boat you have, the capacity, and if you have lighting, number of vests, and so on may be helpful. Understanding what resources you have may also allow the state to fund additional vests or other needed equipment to the volunteers, along with compensation for fuel. The most important thing for officials to know is who has been rescued, their names, and where they have been relocated to. Accountability could save other responders from searching a property that has already been evacuated, thus directing resources to where they can do the most good. I think the intention is good, just not presented clearly.

Try this page: http://www.elecdirect.com/cole-hersee-switches/cole-hersee-ignition-switches

Sad ending for such a beautiful and still active piece of equipment.