Rob

Although that does seem a little high to me I do believe strongly in using OEM parts when practical. In the aftermarket, ebay seems to have vendors that supply inframe kits on a regular basis. Although nothing fits what I would need exactly, the prices do seem reasonable. Most of these that I've investigated are "FP Diesel" brand which is the aftermarket wing of Federal Mogul. I've heard pros, and cons to using these parts but I'm no professional mechanic and an E7 series engine is beyond my realm of knowlege. Rob

I'm in need of a valve cover for an E6-350 engine with Dynatard. Time to get the covers chromed and my front one has a nice slice through it from a piece of steel when it rolled over because I didn't support it properly. Appreciate the help!! Rob

I see nothing on blocks....... Rob

I'll have to watch the link this evening. My Govt. computer is banned from Youtube due to bandwidth. Rob

I would agree as all the economy engineering that is performed in the development stages of an automobile are to enhance, or increase it's fuel efficiency for sales potential, and emmisions credits. With the windows up going down the hiway there is no pounding on yours ears due to the rapid compression, and decompression of inrushing air within the passenger compartment. The parasitic "drag" can be less with the A/C running than the windows down I'm sure. I don't know about these newer automotive systems but back in the 80's it took an average of 17.5 horsepower off the top of an engine to run the air conditioning system traveling at 60mph. This was using a General Motors design R-4 compressor with R-12 refrigerant. Newer designs are probably more efficient, but still would be in excess of 12 horsepower it would seem with a 31% increase in efficiency due to design. Still, all in all, My ears rest much easier when Momma is happy. Rob

Some of the air traffic control facilities that I work at are climate controlled extensively and it is difficult for me to leave a workspace and enter 90 degree heat with matching humidity. I then run the A/C in the truck to drop the humidity. The heat doesn't really bother me much as I work outdoors most times and get used to it. I'm incorporating A/C into all of my "hobby trucks" just to ensure all bases are covered as there will be a few times I won't be alone in the ride. The passenger strongly prefers the usage of air conditioning and I'm scared of her. Rob

I like air conditioning but hardly use it myself. "Momma" is a different story or course. She doesn't go noplace without it running. Have you ever seen a big woman drip sweat off of her three chins? Trust me on this one, "It aint pretty". I've tried the corn starch thing but it is difficult to keep vacumed from the cloth seats and tends to turn to cement once it gets wet and into the fabric. I'll pay the economy penalty and run the A/C when we travel together. Everybody stays happy that way. Rob

I'm partial to the "E" & "A" series so I would be willing to go a little more if the cab is repairable and would be subject to my opinion after visual inspection. The EN354 engine that is under the hood is obsolete and parts would be hard to acquire but another engine would readily fit. I would probably not go more that $1250.00 without the ornamentation being complete and able to be rechromed with keen interest in the headlamp bowls, bezels, and grille with bulldog mount. The mount itself is extremely difficult to find with the "EH" imprint. Rob

I wish you luck as I've had little finding the original type bearings. There are also three styles of cam bearings used in those engines through the years and a couple different types of ring sets. Most are obsolete as are the original style gaskets. Unless dead set on remaining original you would be more cost effective to replace the engine with something more modern. Good luck in your quest. Rob

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Looks like both sides of a tourist trap to me......... Rob

It is a little ways but you can store "Faith" over at my place inside if needed. I've got room with the restructuring of my building. Didn't get to the addition this summer but may still over the winter as I've been catching up on "Momma's" needs. Hate to hear about the layoff that happened. Hard thing to have to move. I lived enough years under a bridge that I know you can exist solely with a roof over your head. Just be sure to hide your laundry when drying cause the hiway department will make you move again. 700 pounder? If Momma's weight can be reduced to under 250, we can be a little less than that. Rob

I'm going to use just the bases and mount a bench seat across all three to support both me and Momma when we be cruisin. Now that that is figured out, I've got to come up with a pressure regulator system independent of both sides to keep the seat level at all times. With my weight fluctuating as it does, the pressure can't be set to a fixed point and the seat not lean with both of us on it. Good to see you post again. We are comming to the Lititz show. Hope you can make it although you had other plans. Rob

Which truck? I've got several that I'm in process of roof repair/replacement? These don't pay anything to work on so they play "second fiddle" to Momma's want list. When the weather starts to get cold outside then I'll jump heavy into the trucks again. As of now I've replaced near 1/2 the foundation under my house this summer, and it will be a relief to finish this project up. Rob

Guess the ole memory ain't quite what it used to be but after looking in a manual, you are correct. Rob

From memory that is about a 9500-10,000# axle. It is the number you will need to go further without actually taking anything apart. A good NAPA, or Carquest should be able to help you out from this point if you do not utilize a dealer. Rob

Press that dealer HARD if needed. If they are unwilling to help you out, try either Tidewater Mack in Virginia Beach, or Barry at 1-800-304-6225. That information is there. Lazy people don't want to help you find it. Rob

As mentioned Austin Hardware is a good source for knobs. I bought some there and had them engraved for my A40 with good results. Rob

The aftermarket parts sources do not have the database the dealer network does for "drilling down" to parts level for what the truck was built with, or are subcomponents of. I find many OEM Mack parts to be competetively priced as opposed to the aftermarket suppliers. The parts guys at the Mack dealer I use predominantly are always willing to help me out, as is Barry on this site. Rob

If it is a Rockwell steer axle there will be an, (or would have been) aluminum tag riveted to the center of the axle beam. Usually they started with something like FF901XXXX denoting options to the axle. If it is a Mack built axle, the above mentioned by Dave is correct. An FA(W) 537 is a very common 12,000# steer axle for instance. R models were supplied a lot with 9000# axles if a tractor in the early years. Rob

Take the top cover off and look at the sliding clutches and mating gears. Sounds like you may have some wear in hard parts within from either a lot of miles, or someone that wasn't too careful with their equipment. Rob

Ahh man, and I'm too old to change my ways........ Rob

Does it make me weak in character if I prefer to "do unto others, then split"? Rob

I have brought my 12V-71T engine back to the shop this weekend and plan to pull the V8 Mack from my R795 shortly for test fitment of the 12V. As you may remember the 12V is from a genset that I maintain at work and is in very good condition, but was retired due to age. I purchased a very good running 8V-71 engine to swap to the genset, as to make this 12V available for truck usage. The swapped parts consist of the flywheel housing, governor assembly. auxiliary shafting for "V" belt sheaves on the front and rear of the engine, power steering pump and coupling, and a few other little things I'm sure I've missed. The 12V in the photos does not have the turbochargers remounted. The V8 currently in the truck runs well but is needing some injection pump work. It will be retained and used in another project someday. Rob