KO1927 Posted July 10, 2010 Share Posted July 10, 2010 I was successful in getting my LT running! An oil change, some fresh filters and fuel, new batteries, and she fired right up. Not bad after sitting for about a decade.Should be able to get some pictures up soon. The show season is definitely beckoning. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/14758-the-lt-runs/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
hatcity Posted July 10, 2010 Share Posted July 10, 2010 Congrats on getting the LT running. I guess that would be the biggest hurdle when doing a restoration. Quote Success is only a stones throw away.................................................................for a Palestinian Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/14758-the-lt-runs/#findComment-59190 Share on other sites More sharing options...
randyp Posted July 10, 2010 Share Posted July 10, 2010 I was successful in getting my LT running! An oil change, some fresh filters and fuel, new batteries, and she fired right up. Not bad after sitting for about a decade.Should be able to get some pictures up soon. The show season is definitely beckoning.congratulations, now get that dern camera out and I wanna see some dern pictures,,,randy Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/14758-the-lt-runs/#findComment-59218 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post KO1927 Posted July 11, 2010 Author Popular Post Share Posted July 11, 2010 As requested, here's a couple of pictures; taken after I pulled the truck out of the garage.Also, a question. Two of the tires (Michelin Tube type 10 X 20) have a valve stem like this, it does not seem to be a cap, and is so far not compatible with my schrader valve tools for filling and checking air pressure. What's the deal with these?The other tires have standard schrader valves, only two have the unusual setup. I'm only 22, so I'm not very familiar with older trucks and am wondering if it is an older method for filling tubes. 4 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/14758-the-lt-runs/#findComment-59345 Share on other sites More sharing options...
KO1927 Posted July 11, 2010 Author Share Posted July 11, 2010 I got brave and started fiddling with those valve stems. It turns out that they are extensions, I'm not sure why they wouldn't take air, but my plan of action is to replace them with new ones (hopefully with a different design) and go from there. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/14758-the-lt-runs/#findComment-59352 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hatcity Posted July 12, 2010 Share Posted July 12, 2010 Beautiful truck!!!I thought you were in the early stages of restore, not the end. Looks fantastic.Can't help with the tire valve. Quote Success is only a stones throw away.................................................................for a Palestinian Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/14758-the-lt-runs/#findComment-59355 Share on other sites More sharing options...
KO1927 Posted July 12, 2010 Author Share Posted July 12, 2010 (edited) Thanks.Sorry for the confusion. The background that I have on the truck is that my father bought it restored, he died when I was eleven, and I inherited it then. I've only just started playing around with it, as college has eaten up most of my funds since then, and since I'm done with school, I can spend a few (very few) bucks on the old gal.I have sent out to the Mack Museum for more information about the chassis number, I'm looking forward to learning more about the history of my truck.I do plan on trying my hand at restoration, but this truck is hopefully a long way from needing that again. Edited July 12, 2010 by KO1927 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/14758-the-lt-runs/#findComment-59359 Share on other sites More sharing options...
vanscottbuilders Posted July 13, 2010 Share Posted July 13, 2010 That is a tremendous looking truck!!What a great find. I would love to have one of these.Glad you were able to keep it in your dad's memory. That makes it all the more special.Best of luck, and do please keep us posted.Paul Van Scott 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/14758-the-lt-runs/#findComment-59417 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOB DINGSDALE Posted March 8, 2016 Share Posted March 8, 2016 those pictures do it justise. she is a beauty. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/14758-the-lt-runs/#findComment-326853 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superdog Posted March 8, 2016 Share Posted March 8, 2016 that truck sure looks familiar,do you know the previous owner's name? It sure looks like one I've seen in a book somewhere,had Osborne on the door if I remember right. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/14758-the-lt-runs/#findComment-326854 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wobblin-Goblin Posted March 8, 2016 Share Posted March 8, 2016 One of the best looking LTLs I've ever seen. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/14758-the-lt-runs/#findComment-326855 Share on other sites More sharing options...
j hancock Posted March 8, 2016 Share Posted March 8, 2016 2 hours ago, Superdog said: that truck sure looks familiar,do you know the previous owner's name? It sure looks like one I've seen in a book somewhere,had Osborne on the door if I remember right. Same truck. You probably saw it at the ATHS National in Springfield, MA a couple of years ago. Quote JimIt doesn't cost anything to pay attention. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/14758-the-lt-runs/#findComment-326859 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gmerrill0516 Posted March 8, 2016 Share Posted March 8, 2016 If I'm not mistaken that is a 49 LS85 inside the door behind the LT...Just installed some new 9:00 20's on the rear of it this weekend....dam electric fuel pump died from sitting...again. Good to see the LT. Love that truck. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/14758-the-lt-runs/#findComment-326883 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirtymilkman Posted March 8, 2016 Share Posted March 8, 2016 Now there's a truck with class! What happened to Mack of the L models? The superliners are great but these are just class. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/14758-the-lt-runs/#findComment-326884 Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeavyGunner Posted March 8, 2016 Share Posted March 8, 2016 That is a beauty! I really like that color, it's a little different than most but very classy. Quote The problems we face today exist because the people who work for a living are outnumbered by the people who vote for a living.The government can only "give" someone what they first take from another. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/14758-the-lt-runs/#findComment-326885 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maddog13407 Posted March 8, 2016 Share Posted March 8, 2016 so if it was sittin for a decade, how was it at springfield Mass? and yes I have seen that truck around, nice looker. I remember the visor Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/14758-the-lt-runs/#findComment-326896 Share on other sites More sharing options...
j hancock Posted March 8, 2016 Share Posted March 8, 2016 Looks like he got it running in 2010 and took it to the show in 2012. It is interesting to see the mirror brackets bolted to the cab and not the doors. Quote JimIt doesn't cost anything to pay attention. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/14758-the-lt-runs/#findComment-326899 Share on other sites More sharing options...
1977vega Posted March 8, 2016 Share Posted March 8, 2016 Very nice LT, keep having fun with it Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/14758-the-lt-runs/#findComment-326919 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maddog13407 Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 oops, didnt even notice the dates and years. new forum has me all screwed up Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/14758-the-lt-runs/#findComment-326934 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsmackpaul Posted March 9, 2016 Share Posted March 9, 2016 4 hours ago, Maddog13407 said: oops, didnt even notice the dates and years. new forum has me all screwed up your not alone there Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/14758-the-lt-runs/#findComment-326950 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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