vanscottbuilders Posted March 24, 2010 Share Posted March 24, 2010 Does anyone if there is a manufacturer or a vendor that sellsthe original type stainless steel hood hinge in lengths for the various B model hood panels? I could sure use a couple of new, or really straightoriginal pieces.Thanks,Paul Van Scott Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13163-stainless-hood-hinge/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
fifth wheel Posted March 24, 2010 Share Posted March 24, 2010 Can you still get the hinge for a DM 800 from Mack. That is what I used on my B, back in '91FW Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13163-stainless-hood-hinge/#findComment-51884 Share on other sites More sharing options...
thermodynediesel Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 Does anyone if there is a manufacturer or a vendor that sellsthe original type stainless steel hood hinge in lengths for the various B model hood panels? I could sure use a couple of new, or really straightoriginal pieces.Thanks,Paul Van ScottWatts Mack has them in the B-Model store Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13163-stainless-hood-hinge/#findComment-51886 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Packer Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 If I remember right, the "B Model Store" has them.PackerAnd yes,If the king pins are tight, we can work a deal.Need a 60 gallon 'R' Model alum tank also.Got the straps, etc. just need the tank! Quote Keep a clutchin' Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13163-stainless-hood-hinge/#findComment-51888 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barry Posted March 25, 2010 Share Posted March 25, 2010 Our stainless hinge is long so it will fit all models. In most cases, it will need cut down a bit to fit your application. Quote Barry - Watt's Truck Center Parts Manager and BMT Webmaster...1-888-304-MACK Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13163-stainless-hood-hinge/#findComment-51926 Share on other sites More sharing options...
vanscottbuilders Posted March 25, 2010 Author Share Posted March 25, 2010 Thanks Barry - PVS Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13163-stainless-hood-hinge/#findComment-51936 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leaford Burnett Posted May 30, 2012 Share Posted May 30, 2012 I know this post is 2 years old but i just checked in the B mack store and couldn't find a hinge that I need for the center hood hinge on my 1947 Mack EH I know The B Mack Store had them before, are they out of production now? Hope not mine's in pretty rough shape anyone got any suggestion as to where i can find new prefered or good used 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13163-stainless-hood-hinge/#findComment-121737 Share on other sites More sharing options...
39 Baby Mack Posted June 1, 2012 Share Posted June 1, 2012 Leaford,There's a guy in Homer City, Pa. that has them and the end caps as well, not cheap $300.00 for new or $125.00 for good used.His name is C.D. Roser ph.(724)840-3800----website is www.kingofsalvage.comRon Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13163-stainless-hood-hinge/#findComment-121992 Share on other sites More sharing options...
vanscottbuilders Posted June 5, 2012 Author Share Posted June 5, 2012 I have learned that the hinge itself is not unique to Mack, rather it was used on many manufacturers hood panels, including automobiles and pick-up trucks.Someone here will know more about this than I do, but the hinge was a standard molding in the automotive industry.Earlier someone did suggest that the DM hard-nose hood hinge might work, and I think it would. And Mack should have it available. The price should a little more reasonable if that is true. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13163-stainless-hood-hinge/#findComment-122613 Share on other sites More sharing options...
j hancock Posted June 5, 2012 Share Posted June 5, 2012 The original part number for the hinge is 4QM12P23. It is NLA from Mack. It indeed was the same part on everything that used butterfly hoods from ED 1 ton trucks to the DM800.So, A's, B's, E's, L's, R's and DM need them. Just cut to length.I have found a Ford part 40-16632 from Mac's Ford parts that worked ok on an ED. It is 34 inches long. The shape is "off" a little tiny bit but so far the function and general look is ok.This hinge is not really the structure of the hood so I am going to experiment with welding two together to make a longer one for a B75. Its functions is to keep the two hood halves together. I haven't tried but have even thought of just taking two that make up the right length and just butt the two pcs between the end caps and it will be captured. Unless someone is really looking for the "gap" it will be pretty tough to spot.I hope Mack will tell Barry the maker at some point so another batch could be run. The part has been gone for about a year. The rolling tool for this part I doubt has been junked. We just need to find the company and get some raw stock flowing.Sheller Globe which made many cabs for Mack was in the Midwest so there is a shop somewhere out there that has it.After we get hood strips figured out, lets work on vent windows!Jim Quote JimIt doesn't cost anything to pay attention. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13163-stainless-hood-hinge/#findComment-122644 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted June 5, 2012 Share Posted June 5, 2012 Ford "F" series trucks of the 40's through mid 50's use the same type strip and they are readily available through aftermarket suppliers albiet expensive. I'm thinking "Restoration Specialties" also had them. I'd ask you try them first as they are a small operation that really supports the antique hobby with what I consider very fair pricing.Rob Quote Plodding along with no job nor practical application for my existence, but still trying to fix what's broke. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13163-stainless-hood-hinge/#findComment-122645 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rigzone-2008 Posted April 1, 2013 Share Posted April 1, 2013 Dear All BigMackTrucks Expertise,Re : INQUIRY Can someone please help us find and quote ( original or replacement or equal ) the following parts for Mack Truck model R685 (Year 1972) :1 ea of Lens & Rim Assy ; Part No. 36MO219P84 ea of Hinge, Hood ; Part No. 4QM12P23 or 4QM12P5How much do they cost includes the cost of shipping to U3-32 Balikpapan Baru, Distric Amsterdam, Balikpapan city 76125, Indonesia.Paying with Paypal or bank wire transfer. Please use rajalampu@telkom.net for quote.Your help and prompt reply would be much appreciated and thanks. Yours sincerely,Linda JulianaProcurement OfficerRaja Lampu Co. Ltd. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13163-stainless-hood-hinge/#findComment-175554 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck Smith Posted May 28, 2021 Share Posted May 28, 2021 I have been reading some older posts about a center hood hinge for a mack b (1956) I am in need of this part. Any suggestions? Thanks. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13163-stainless-hood-hinge/#findComment-474410 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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