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Rob said; "Buy American my ASS! I've tried to. Corporate greed has made in nearly impossible to support our own. Amazing that it is less expensive, or more profitable to manufacture these items half way around the world, ship them that far, and have an acceptable margin of profit." Could not have said it better myself. We will live to regret this CORPORATE GREED. It will come back soon and bite us all in a BIG way. Prepare!!! We (countries) should look after our own! As a side issue, our local country town supermarket has just installed 6 self-serve checkouts. Supermarket giant can't understand why our local community is boycotting them. Hello.... we want jobs for ourselves and our kids. Rod (from DownUnder)

Hi Guys, If you know anything about these turntables, please visit; http://hcvc.com.au/forum/YaBB.pl?num=1224320865/0#2 You may leave your answers on this BMT forum. Thanks, Rod

Steve that is why I originally started this thread. There are only 4 showing on our map. Rod.

Just found this. It may be of some help; http://www.por15.com/prodinfo.asp?grp=SWRK&dept=11 Regards, Rod.

Hi Barry, Can we have a link to the Mack Museum added (probably under the LINKS section). I think this would be invaluable for guys researching their trucks. Thanks. Rod.

I bought the sunvisor from a local manufacturer here in Sydney. I think they are a must - look good too.

Yes, it was at a truck show. Obviously, when I'm in attendance, the truck is open and I encourage people to actually hop up and sit in the old girl. So many people can relate to a B61..."my dad used to drive these"....."I had an uncle who owned one".....are common comments, so if people can see and touch a bit of family history, then they are really pleased. But if I need to go for a wander ie toilet break, I lock her up. At home, no locking is required. We have a very good "neighbourhood watch" (my neighbour is an old bikie leader ). Rod.

Correct, Rob. A length of stainless steel wire encased in plastic and padlocked to the muffler upright support. Things have been known to "walk" so when I'm away from the old girl, I lock her up. The door key locks work (sort of), but I don't want to be stranded with a broken key in the lock, so this is a very acceptable alternative. Well spotted. I've also seen other oldies with this method used. Rod.

Very artistic Darren. Thank you. I know the owner of the Trident in the background of photo 1. Regards, Rod.

C'mon "Mates", we have to put ourselves on THE MAP (see Site Related Topics - the top one is pinned). At the present time, there are only 3 of use on the Aussie map. We have to show our "American friends" that WE are a FORCE to be contended with Just remembered what will repel them - VEGEMITE Blimey, they are talking about visiting and one guy (maybe more) is even immigrating We love our sunburnt country (even the GAFA), so let's show them where it is. We can do it. Rod.

Hi Pete, Sorry, I can't answer your question re R-400, but you and your Mack are most welcome. As it is a 1970 model, you would be eligible to keep it left hand drive, and conditional registration (ie historic) if you joined a club. (registration is then about AUD55). I live just south of Sydney, but there are quite a few Mack guys up where you are going. Good Move Regards, Rod.

Hi Guys, Check this out; http://hcvc.com.au/forum/YaBB.pl?num=1218020067 Regards, Rod.

Hi Red Horse, Just some info from DownUnder. I got all my rubber (apart from front windshield, which I purchased through Barry) from a place here in Sydney, called Spectrum Rubber. They have hundreds of different shapes and twists. Also Bailey Channel (for side windows). The twisty rubber parts were for the quarter vents (or wing windows) If you are in the States, you must have a place similar. Some of your HotRod clubs would be able to help. The rear screen rubber I got from the windscreen place that cut and installed front and rear glass. So all the side glass, rubbers and bailey channel I installed myself. Easy. Good luck. Rod.

I purchased a pair of mudflaps awhile ago and both of them have an arrow on them pointing IN. Therefore, on mine, the dogs face IN. Rod.

Hi Monty, My starter is a Ingersoll Rand 150BMP 32hp http://www.irtools.com/airstarters/vane_guide.aspx Regards, Rod. http://www.cvisairstarters.com/airstarters...lrand/150bm.php and click on "150BMP Performance Curve" So from this, you can see that initial air pressure is very important.

Hi Monty and Thad, I'm in the same boat as you Monty. Can't use the tyres to charge as I run mine at about 30psi (again like you bob-tailing). I also thought about the 4wd compressor but disgarded the idea as I think it would burn out,. I vaguely remember working out that the air start tank was around 200litres. What I have done on the odd occasion is flag down a 4wd enthusiast for a recharge. They are friendly and helpful. I will tell you a couple of tricks I use. I've installed an electric fuel pump in line with the injector pump. So when I haven't started the old girl for awhile, I turn on the electric primer and wait until I have continuous flow back into the tank before attempting a start. I leave it on until about 2 minutes after the engine is started and then turn it off. Afraid I'm too old to be head down - arse up priming for hours. Secondly, and you may have seen this already, when you hit the air starter button, HOLD IT IN UNTIL either the engine fires or you run out of air, whichever occurs first. If you want to deplete your air supply really quickly then just push and release - you may get about 3 attempts. You mentioned 90psi. To me that is really low and with mine, it may not be enough for an attempt. Look for air leaks - use highly concentrated soapy water sprayed on all the air supply lines etc. Just remember the air supply for starting is very simple - tank, a couple of lines and starter. It should not be supplying pressure to anything else. I've also put a VERY cheap air pressure gauge on the supply tank. Keeps me informed. Hope this helps. Rod.

Reo truck with a tank capacity of 1075 Imperial gallons. The tyres were 7.50 x 20 therefore it was a chassis of nominally a 3 ton load. The company owning Plume petrol was Vacuum Oil Ltd.(now Mobil). Each mainland capital city had a similar streamlined Reo truck, but they were taken out of service by 1948 for a larger model.

Hi Guys, If you are interested the dust is settling on another Guiness World Record achieved DownUnder. Check out where it states the paddock is 3,500hectares. That's over 8,600 acres Their farm is 20,230hectares (a mere 50,000 acres). Go to; http://theland.farmonline.com.au/machinery/index.asp# and then click on "FET 1" (351kb PDF). Regards, Rod.

Hi Rob, this may be of some help and I'm sure they can be issued in the USA. http://www.aaa.com/PPInternational/Int_IDP.html http://www.aaa.asn.au/touring/idp.htm Buying a cheap, reliable car here is a very viable option if you are going to travel for awhile. I would suggest something like a 10 year old Ford Falcon, (aircon, auto etc) which could be purchased for $3-4,000 and then resold when you depart. (You are going back, aren't you???? ). Regards, Rod. http://www.carsales.com.au/used-cars/FORD/...amp;state_id=80

For info, my B61 bogey drive prime mover weighs 7tonne (~ 6.9ton or 15,400 lbs). Took it over a weighbridge to get accurate weight. Regards, Rod.

https://www.macktrucks.com.au/index.cfm?MenuID=192 http://www.truckworld.com.au/absolutenm/te...3&zoneid=20 http://www.bullbars.net.au/products/Mack_M...ner_Bullbar.php

Mosquito http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mosquito Absolute bastards! Carry LOTS of viruses. Biggest ones I ever saw were in Russia. Fair dinkum, you could almost throw a saddle on them and ride them home.

Firstly, you must have water for your dog (yes, your faithful 4 legged mate). Also, your 3 red reflective breakdown triangles and I also carry vest AND waterproof, windproof parka which are dayglo lime colour with reflective strips. I've known so many people that have been wiped out by passing vehicles. Remember, safety is paramount. Then comes mozzie and fly repellent. Torch - yes. Rod.

Just confirming that you add ATF to the diesel and in what ratio? Thanks. Rod.

Hi Herb, I guess what I'm asking as well, is what was the standard configuration. Just about all have been "modified" Rod. Thanks Steve. For info, I'm just a little south of you, not the other side of the world