RLStroope Posted May 3, 2006 Share Posted May 3, 2006 Hello to all,I think I am about to join the world of Mack owners. I have come accross a 1956 Model B single axel with the integral sleeper. I spoke with with the owner and he is willing sell. I have not yet touched the truck but it appears to be complete and in good condition. The owner said he had just rebuilt the engine and brakes before he parked it and that it will run and is driveable. Apparently it was originally built for Mayflower. With this little bit of information can anyone tell me what I should expect to pay for the truck?Thanks for any advice,Rich Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/1088-looking-for-advice/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
twostickmutt Posted May 3, 2006 Share Posted May 3, 2006 buy it!!!! Quote and remember "PREFORMANCE COUNTS" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/1088-looking-for-advice/#findComment-5645 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superdog Posted May 4, 2006 Share Posted May 4, 2006 The sleeper cab is a fairly rare today,mainly because they rusted worse than a regular B cab,so if it's in good shape,runs and drives good,etc,5 to 7,000 probably wouldn't be too out of line,but I sure wouldn't come right out and offer him that,let him price it and go from there. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/1088-looking-for-advice/#findComment-5648 Share on other sites More sharing options...
RLStroope Posted May 5, 2006 Author Share Posted May 5, 2006 I checked the truck out today. Tags are 1995 so it has probably not been on the road since but would need to verify. Overall the truck is in good physical shape and does not look like it has been abused. It has rust-through in a couple of places, mainly on the cab. From what I could tell the sleeper looks real good. The majority of the rust I noticed was at the top of the cab around the windows (visible from the inside on the sheet metal as well as a spot on the upper driver side and at the upper drivers door hinge. Looks like it may have been a double axle at one time and them was shortened (just a guess) but the frame looks good. The owner was not around so I could not ask questions. Overall I think this is a very restorable B-Mack. Since I am only a big truck wannabe and have no experience with big trucks let alone a B-Mack it is probably too much for me at this stage of my life. The owner wants $2000 for the truck. I have not completely convinced myself to walk away but I really hate to see it sit there and continue to decline if I do. If anyone is interested in rescuing this great truck let me know. I can email some pictures I took today and or put them in contact with the owner and/or get more info as needed. Truck is located in Central Texas.Rich Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/1088-looking-for-advice/#findComment-5676 Share on other sites More sharing options...
joe diver Posted July 15, 2006 Share Posted July 15, 2006 I checked the truck out today. Tags are 1995 so it has probably not been on the road since but would need to verify. Overall the truck is in good physical shape and does not look like it has been abused. It has rust-through in a couple of places, mainly on the cab. From what I could tell the sleeper looks real good. The majority of the rust I noticed was at the top of the cab around the windows (visible from the inside on the sheet metal as well as a spot on the upper driver side and at the upper drivers door hinge. Looks like it may have been a double axle at one time and them was shortened (just a guess) but the frame looks good. The owner was not around so I could not ask questions. Overall I think this is a very restorable B-Mack. Since I am only a big truck wannabe and have no experience with big trucks let alone a B-Mack it is probably too much for me at this stage of my life. The owner wants $2000 for the truck. I have not completely convinced myself to walk away but I really hate to see it sit there and continue to decline if I do. If anyone is interested in rescuing this great truck let me know. I can email some pictures I took today and or put them in contact with the owner and/or get more info as needed. Truck is located in Central Texas.Richkeep a close eye on this one, the price is very fair and you should buy it, i will if you don,t want it. if you do buy it we will walk you through your project so don't be shy. go for it. luck to you Joe Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/1088-looking-for-advice/#findComment-6592 Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuzzy buzzard Posted July 16, 2006 Share Posted July 16, 2006 What --- $2000 for an integral sleeper B that ain't rusted out so bad that you can't throw a cat through itwith the doors shut!!!!!!!!! Good Lord son, go buy this thing NOW - hello you can't buy a junk riding lawnmower without a bed for that money. Go, go ,go ,go, now,now, now, now. Be sure to get a clear title, be suresure serial number on frame matches serial number on title, BUY NOW!!!! Send Pictures quick. Call or emailole Fuzzy Buzzard to get this one in the B Model Registry (oldmacksrus.com) Hurry, Hurry!!!!!!!Tom Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/1088-looking-for-advice/#findComment-6599 Share on other sites More sharing options...
twostickmutt Posted July 16, 2006 Share Posted July 16, 2006 my goodness. better listen to ol' fuzzy buzzard. better go fetch that ol' factory sleeper! j.j. Quote and remember "PREFORMANCE COUNTS" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/1088-looking-for-advice/#findComment-6600 Share on other sites More sharing options...
RLStroope Posted July 17, 2006 Author Share Posted July 17, 2006 Thanks guys, but the problem for me is that I don't have a place to work on the the truck. When I left Va. I gave up my shop and now live in a CCR controlled tract in Texas. Combine that with I know nothing of big trucks (wish I did and appreciate the offer on advice) it makes the problem worse. I pass the truck several time a week and I'll tell you it calls to me, but right now it doesn't look feasable. I was hoping that maybe someone out there might be interested in saving it..Rich Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/1088-looking-for-advice/#findComment-6619 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Reinhart Posted July 17, 2006 Share Posted July 17, 2006 What --- $2000 for an integral sleeper B that ain't rusted out so bad that you can't throw a cat through itwith the doors shut!!!!!!!!! Good Lord son, go buy this thing NOW - hello you can't buy a junk riding lawnmower without a bed for that money. Go, go ,go ,go, now,now, now, now. Be sure to get a clear title, be suresure serial number on frame matches serial number on title, BUY NOW!!!! Send Pictures quick. Call or emailole Fuzzy Buzzard to get this one in the B Model Registry (oldmacksrus.com) Hurry, Hurry!!!!!!!Tom Cant throw a cat through it.. Now thats funny.....How about putting in a storage lot and cover it with a big tarp until you can make some contacts and find the ole girl a nice place for her makeover? Quote Still the Greatest Name in Trucks...Bulldogs rule, The rest drool....Member ATHS and ATCA... Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/1088-looking-for-advice/#findComment-6626 Share on other sites More sharing options...
RLStroope Posted July 17, 2006 Author Share Posted July 17, 2006 Here she is. You just never know....maybe it will follow me home yet.Rich Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/1088-looking-for-advice/#findComment-6627 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barry Posted July 17, 2006 Share Posted July 17, 2006 Sweet! You better buy it before Fuzzy finds out where it is! Seriously, it looks pretty good...it would be a good investment. Quote Barry - Watt's Truck Center Parts Manager and BMT Webmaster...1-888-304-MACK Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/1088-looking-for-advice/#findComment-6628 Share on other sites More sharing options...
twostickmutt Posted July 17, 2006 Share Posted July 17, 2006 better latch on to it rich. a lot of history there. if only she could talk. if you're really interested in it keep the location to yourself cause it'll get snapped up in a heartbeat. good luck. j.j. Quote and remember "PREFORMANCE COUNTS" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/1088-looking-for-advice/#findComment-6629 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Wright Posted July 22, 2006 Share Posted July 22, 2006 That's a fine looking B Rich, integrated sleepers always look great. What's the latest?CheersAndy Quote Whatever rubs your buddah. The Mack E Model Registry - 103 entries The Mack A Model Registry - 14 entries Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/1088-looking-for-advice/#findComment-6691 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bulldog man Posted August 24, 2006 Share Posted August 24, 2006 Welcome to BMT Sweet lookin B W/ INTERGRATED SLEEPER HARD TO FIND TOO NICE FIND later Bulldog (aka Mack) Quote You Cant Fix Stupid. But You Can Numb It With A Sledgehammer. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/1088-looking-for-advice/#findComment-7212 Share on other sites More sharing options...
supercabs Posted August 24, 2006 Share Posted August 24, 2006 Texas is not to far for me. If you don't want it Let me know, B Macks are hard to find in Oklahoma. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/1088-looking-for-advice/#findComment-7220 Share on other sites More sharing options...
joe diver Posted August 24, 2006 Share Posted August 24, 2006 Hello to all,I think I am about to join the world of Mack owners. I have come accross a 1956 Model B single axel with the integral sleeper. I spoke with with the owner and he is willing sell. I have not yet touched the truck but it appears to be complete and in good condition. The owner said he had just rebuilt the engine and brakes before he parked it and that it will run and is driveable. Apparently it was originally built for Mayflower. With this little bit of information can anyone tell me what I should expect to pay for the truck?Thanks for any advice,Rich Just look it over for bad rust and if it is clean it could gofor 1500 to 4500 but it is hard to tell sight unseen.just remember anything can be repaired,se if he has any receipts to find out how far he went in rebuilding the engine and remember you can repower for less than a rebuild now especially on an old engine Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/1088-looking-for-advice/#findComment-7228 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rigfire Posted August 27, 2006 Share Posted August 27, 2006 If you are passing on the truck, drop me an email. I live in Midland and can look anytime.donnymac@mcclureoil.comDonny Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/1088-looking-for-advice/#findComment-7270 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rigfire Posted September 6, 2006 Share Posted September 6, 2006 To all tracking this thread: after talking to RLStroope, I met with the truck owner. Truck has a swapped out rear end and turbo added to the orriginal but now sleeved motor. Owner did all the work himself. After the work, it made one Texas/Colorado trip and was parked in 94/95 where it now sits. I tried to put representative photos in my album. I think the album works. The worst of the visible rust is shown inside and outside at the windshield top. All of you saw RLStroope posts prior to me so I am last in line. Owner wants $2000 as is. If none of you want the truck, I do and it will be my first at restoration. Please let me know by this Friday.Discovering this Forum is financially deadly but very rewarding. I spent many an oilfield day in a Mack. Now I want to play with what I once had to work and sleep in.Let me know if you want the truck.Donny Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/1088-looking-for-advice/#findComment-7403 Share on other sites More sharing options...
RLStroope Posted April 30, 2008 Author Share Posted April 30, 2008 (edited) Does anyone know what happened to this truck?? It dissapeared shortly after this last post. I am hoping that someone from this site bought it. Edited April 30, 2008 by RLStroope Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/1088-looking-for-advice/#findComment-18708 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted May 1, 2008 Share Posted May 1, 2008 Hey Rich,I live in Tennessee, and also looking for a good B. So listen to these PROS, it may get snached up before you get home. I also have the same problem you do with no garage to store yet. But I do have the mechanic blood running through me.Good Luck Mike Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/1088-looking-for-advice/#findComment-18720 Share on other sites More sharing options...
other dog Posted May 2, 2008 Share Posted May 2, 2008 Well?..anything new? The suspense is killing us!!! Quote Producer of poorly photo-chopped pictures since 1999. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/1088-looking-for-advice/#findComment-18745 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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