Rob

Yes, we understand your question. Herb is correct in the answers provided. The air shifted six speed transmissions had an "A" designation after the number. Rob

Original Homer Simpson photo, and "Momma's" impression of him. Striking resemblance eh? Rob

Watch your frame width. The RL should have a frame width of 34.5" and the Peterbilt is prolly 34" which is much closer to what is available used to keep those things going better than 50% of the time........ You would also need to relocate the saddles on the rear housings to use them in a different width frame. Rob

TRDL-107 if direct, TRDL1070 if overdrive, and TRDL-1071 if the deep reduction low gear; 23:1 reduction. The low reduction trans was only available in direct as is my understanding. I have one in my R795 and it's a nice gearset. Rob Herb is correct as the TRDL-107 is an air shifted 10 speed. I have this trans in my RL797. The trans in the R795 is a TRXL1071. Sorry for the confusion. Rob

The deal at Tidewater was a sad one. The parts manager who really liked the B model series was forced out because his line of thinking didn't "jive" with the newer style leadership then coming into be. I was in the Navy then and used to frequent there every time I was in Va Beach. Nice bunch of folks. The first "CH" I had seen was there in the summer of 1988 and it was getting road test miles put on it as they were not yet offered for sale. Back in those days when you wanted a part, they would dig until it was found. The service was really good then and I've been told it's "typical" now. I've not been back since but if they're anything like Bruckner's in OKC, I wouldn't even bother darkening the doorstep for parts. Rob

Thought that's what you meant. Tonight's edition of "Fix That Post"!! Thanks Herb. Rob

Boy Scouts? I have my honor. Rob

Getting some more rust taken care of on the 74 RL797: These are after the roof panel is off the cab, and the closing panel that ties the inner cab support(s) and the windshield frame together is removed. The inner cab panel is the one the sunvisors attach to. There was probably 100 spot welds holding this assembly together. Both windshields were broken as I removed them. The perimeter gasket seal was glued in and almost as hard as a brick from years of sun exposure. I had not planned to reuse the glass as it was going opaque in the edges, but it was good for ready spares. These were the first R model windshields I've ever broken and both on the same truck. Now I can make the new panel along with a new front panel drip edge and get it welded back together sometime. Things don't move too fast around here. Rob

That is interesting. "Yella Dog's" engine stamping number is just below the rear cylinder head above the flywheel housing parting surface. The only way it can be seen is with an inspection mirror at great difficulty. I was told by one of the past owner(s) the engine was from an "F" model. Rob

That is the way I've seen it also. "Yella Dog" is a hodge podge of parts from several trucks so don't know what is original to the chassis and what's not. Rob

My natural 673's in B61's are as normal in the front rocker cover. "Yella Dog" with a 711 turbocharged is at the rear like my 300+ in the R686. Probably a bunch of variations out there but this 711 is from an early "F" model originally. Rob

Certainly depending on what the ignition switch is powering. I'd bet you have other problems in the electrical system but would not rule out that switch. Take the wires loose from the backside and see if the charge depletion still exists. Or, place an ammeter in series with one of the battery posts and cable to check for parasitic draw. Rob

More worried about a couple of others too....... Everybody picks on me ya know...... Rob

Have an oil distributor come by and dump an algacide into the fuel if stored that long. Algae grows in diesel fuel that is not consumed and plugs filters. I'm thinking Cummins acquired Onan in 1987 or so. Rob

Sounds correct. Should be very near the back of the engine about the same level as the frame rail. Rob

I remember your posts quite clearly. Glad to hear you have been rendered great service from the truck. Fuel in it; I'll have to remember that one....... Rob

M-11 series Cummins. A pretty good and stable platform to operate with. Must be an older set as since the acquisition by Cummins of D.W. Onan company, all gensets have been painted Onan green. Rob

Yes it will freeze muscles into spasms almost immediately. It is not bad to work around however. Proper safety precautions need looked into prior to reaching in. Several of the equipments I work with use this, and much higher potential for operation. Above 50 VAC, or DC is capable of jumping a "gap" between conductors. This is why anything greater than 48 volts will be prohibited in automobiles. Rob

If you put 440 VAC against a guys testicles they don't even bleed when they explode and come apart. Rob

I'm in the minority but I like the higher voltage starting circuits. If I had my druthers, all motor vehicles would have 48VDC electical systems. Parts could be smaller to deliver the same performance and this is still low potential so it's not really dangerous to work around. Put a 42MT series starter on the truck and run 2/0 battery starting cables and you will be set. Dual group 31 series batteries provide enough cranking amperage to get the job done. Rob

The wing window seals for an "A" series are gonna be tough to find. "E" series did not have wing windows I'm aware of. The windshield, backglass, locker strips, and glass run channels are generic and can be had in bulk being cut to fit. Door seals and weatherstrips are also generic. Rob

Try it the next time you hear the President speak... It will keep you awake! Please follow the rules before watching. I used to avoid listening to his speeches. Now, I look forward to the next one. Here is something to help make Obama's speeches almost tolerable. Just print out this page, distribute it to friends, and listen. (be sure to read directions at the bottom) Rules for Bullshit Bingo: 1. Before Barack Obama's next televised speech, print your "Bullshit Bingo" 2. Check off the appropriate block when you hear one of those words/phrases.. 3. When you get five blocks horizontally, vertically, or diagonally, stand up and shout "BULLSHIT!" Rob

I'd keep it as is. If you weld the corner, (it is possible) the "patina" will not match the original. Reproduction plates are not the same alloy as the originals and your's will clean up nicely. Rob

I have problems just getting them to start......... Rob

Thanks man. My boy was much better than I and really presented little trouble. Daughter on the other hand........ Rob