Peteman Posted May 12, 2011 Share Posted May 12, 2011 (edited) Hello, been a lurker for a quite a while on here. Figured I should post something. Heres a pic that was posted somewhere else a few years back and figured ( if it hasn't been posted before ) that you guys on here would get a kick out of this one. I figure someone cut the back off a F model and did some interesting custom work to make a R model integral sleeper. Edited May 12, 2011 by Peteman Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/19056-interesting-r700/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted May 12, 2011 Share Posted May 12, 2011 Hello, been a lurker for a quite a while on here. Figured I should post something. Heres a pic that was posted somewhere else a few years back and figured ( if it hasn't been posted before ) that you guys on here would get a kick out of this one. I figure someone cut the back off a F model and did some interesting custom work to make a R model integral sleeper.Hi there, yes we have seen that posted here before but it was a "grab" from your prior post on LargeCar. Welcome here too but be aware there are some not to friendly to Peterbilt around here; (all in good fun ya know).Nicely done whoever owned it.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/19056-interesting-r700/#findComment-77709 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted May 12, 2011 Share Posted May 12, 2011 pretty tiny fuel tank,no air tanks,no battery box,not much under there at all,that kinda looks wierd..bob Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/19056-interesting-r700/#findComment-77710 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peteman Posted May 12, 2011 Author Share Posted May 12, 2011 Hi there, yes we have seen that posted here before but it was a "grab" from your prior post on LargeCar. Welcome here too but be aware there are some not to friendly to Peterbilt around here; (all in good fun ya know).Nicely done whoever owned it.RobHa,ha no problem I have big shoulders. Yeah seems very nicely done and unique. I too wonder about the lack of airtanks and battery boxes. I may play with it in photoshop to fill in some of that empty space. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/19056-interesting-r700/#findComment-77711 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhasler Posted May 12, 2011 Share Posted May 12, 2011 It seems to have a sort of novel retro '50s architectural influence as regards the "quarter circle" sleeper window. Quote "Mebbe I'm too ugly and stupid to give up!" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/19056-interesting-r700/#findComment-77720 Share on other sites More sharing options...
theakerstwo Posted May 13, 2011 Share Posted May 13, 2011 That could be a F sleeper cause they did not have a side window and that could have been installed from a old timey sleeper. The side door looks like a F model side box Quote glenn akers Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/19056-interesting-r700/#findComment-77722 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted May 13, 2011 Share Posted May 13, 2011 ya,it definately looks f model,,i used to own one..looks like alotta work,would have been easier to buy a coffin.box,sleep away babba,and no petes..hehe...bob Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/19056-interesting-r700/#findComment-77724 Share on other sites More sharing options...
vision386 Posted May 13, 2011 Share Posted May 13, 2011 It seems to have a sort of novel retro '50s architectural influence as regards the "quarter circle" sleeper window.Very asute observation! LOL! looks almost factory in some aspects,i could swear i've seen pictures of an early production F-model with "quarter windows" like this. But a nice looking job nonetheless!...........Mark Quote Mack Truck literate. Computer illiterate. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/19056-interesting-r700/#findComment-77726 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lmackattack Posted May 13, 2011 Share Posted May 13, 2011 I like it. i did see that pic somewhere before but had forgotten all about it. Would be intresting to hear what and why it was done. regardless a sharp truck that stands out. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/19056-interesting-r700/#findComment-77731 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superdog Posted May 13, 2011 Share Posted May 13, 2011 This is definately one of those cases when you wish pictures could talk.At a glance,it does look like a F model sleeper,but if you study it ,I believe it to be an Orville sleeper,especially with that window.The rear axle looks to be a tag,with that and the fact it has no battery box in the typical R model fashion,I'm wondering if it was a B-73 refitted with a 700 series BCR conversion. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/19056-interesting-r700/#findComment-77735 Share on other sites More sharing options...
vision386 Posted May 13, 2011 Share Posted May 13, 2011 I believe Superdog is correct with the Orville Body works sleeper observation,i did a little research and came up with a few pictures for comparison. I also wondered about a BCR conversion,but looking more carefully at the picture,i think maybe this is a re-built wreck,or a re-cabbed older model truck from another manufacturer,reason i think that is the frame,fuel tank,steps on frame (just in front of the quarter fenders) and the dual exaust,Detroit maybe? but again this is just a guess...........Mark Quote Mack Truck literate. Computer illiterate. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/19056-interesting-r700/#findComment-77754 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted May 13, 2011 Share Posted May 13, 2011 i think your rite,mark with the bcr conversion,thats brobably just what it is...its definately an old shot,im guessing 1970,but dont know if they had those bullet markers yet...bob Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/19056-interesting-r700/#findComment-77762 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkobes43 Posted May 14, 2011 Share Posted May 14, 2011 That is one nice looking Mack! Now all i need is a R model and a few extra parts!! HAHA looks very nice. Quote "Nothing Breaks Wind Like A Bulldog" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/19056-interesting-r700/#findComment-77787 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck P Posted January 19, 2013 Share Posted January 19, 2013 (edited) I found an old Overdrive (January 1969) article with a similar rig. If it is the same truck, it could explain the reason for lack of air tanks and battery box. Edited January 20, 2013 by Chuck P 1 Quote "If it's all the sime to you... I'll droyve that tankah" Max Rockatansky (The Road Warrior) Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/19056-interesting-r700/#findComment-158515 Share on other sites More sharing options...
felicello122 Posted January 20, 2013 Share Posted January 20, 2013 I found an old Overdrive (January 1969) article with a similar rig. If it is the same truck, it could explain the reason for lack of air tanks and battery box.I would have to say that is the same truck, nice call Superdog and Chuck P! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/19056-interesting-r700/#findComment-158529 Share on other sites More sharing options...
vision386 Posted January 20, 2013 Share Posted January 20, 2013 Thats some good detective work right there! looks like the same truck to me,i could'nt find any additional info on the original post.......................................Mark Quote Mack Truck literate. Computer illiterate. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/19056-interesting-r700/#findComment-158574 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maddog13407 Posted January 20, 2013 Share Posted January 20, 2013 looks to have daytons on the back in the one pic, budds in the other. could have been changed. diff bumpers. one has a weird almost early Autocar style running board. if its not the same truck, its deff a close second. looks like a BCR or glider kit to me Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/19056-interesting-r700/#findComment-158613 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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