burnin oil Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 Been lurking around and learning alot. Now I am going to look at a 51 LJT Saturday and was wondering if there is anything special to look out for? I know the basics such as rust and hack job repairs but are there any other issues that I should be aware of? I am mechanicaly oriented but this is my first venture into the rig market. The truck in question runs but needs the rear brakes redone (pancake), new batteries possibly, and a couple of tires. I talked to the 2nd owners son and he stated that it was a diesel and he thought a quad box. The chasis number is LJT1D11335D if that helps. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/20515-possible-51-ljt-purchase/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaysm35a2 Posted September 8, 2011 Share Posted September 8, 2011 Id like to see pictures. The LJ's are one of my all taim fav. Macks. I want one with the Mack Diesel. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/20515-possible-51-ljt-purchase/#findComment-85391 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Wright Posted September 9, 2011 Share Posted September 9, 2011 Good luck on Saturday, burnin oil. The time when you're waiting to go check out a truck can never pass fast enough. 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/20515-possible-51-ljt-purchase/#findComment-85468 Share on other sites More sharing options...
burnin oil Posted September 9, 2011 Author Share Posted September 9, 2011 I don't mind the wait itself. It is the let down when you see someone elses idea of gold! I see what I can do abou pics in a couple of days. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/20515-possible-51-ljt-purchase/#findComment-85483 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Wright Posted September 11, 2011 Share Posted September 11, 2011 LOL, good point. It's the anticipation that gets me. 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/20515-possible-51-ljt-purchase/#findComment-85688 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted September 12, 2011 Share Posted September 12, 2011 cant think of anything you dont already know,,,look for oil smoke,,water in oil,listen for unusual grinding in driveline,,,if your going to be paying big money,,,if your only talking a couple G,s then you cant be too picky.lol.good tires,and battery,s sure helps...they can be expensive,specialy 10 wheels...good luck.bob Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/20515-possible-51-ljt-purchase/#findComment-85821 Share on other sites More sharing options...
burnin oil Posted September 13, 2011 Author Share Posted September 13, 2011 Well she is mine now. I dropped the downpayment and go pick her up in two weeks. I am currently working on the transportaion end of things. I don't feel like driving 300 miles just to turn around and drive back 15o miles to get the truck, then making the return trip just because I borrowed my dads trailer. Got a line on a nice Ferree trailer for cheap but I will need to convert the air/hydraulic to electric hydraulic. Going to check that tomorrow. I regret selling my old trailer now but it would have been seriously overloaded. Once I get the Mack home I will see about putting up a few pics. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/20515-possible-51-ljt-purchase/#findComment-85874 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted September 13, 2011 Share Posted September 13, 2011 Musta been easy to post on ATHS then???Was over there for the first time in more than a year to check the post(s) concerning PeterJ whom is a very nice guy and supporter of the hobby.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/20515-possible-51-ljt-purchase/#findComment-85877 Share on other sites More sharing options...
burnin oil Posted September 13, 2011 Author Share Posted September 13, 2011 (edited) Yup, I was at work at the time and figured out how to do it over there. Never posted pics before that. I have a few more pics from the add but the quality isnt as good. I Got to figure it out for this board and then I will get it up on here. Hopefully I don't need a online photo account here as I don't have one. Why are computers such a pain in the a@@ when they are supposed to make life easier? Edited September 13, 2011 by burnin oil Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/20515-possible-51-ljt-purchase/#findComment-85880 Share on other sites More sharing options...
burnin oil Posted September 17, 2011 Author Share Posted September 17, 2011 I tried to post a few pics but was unable to due to sizing. Got to figure that one out now. Not a computer guy. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/20515-possible-51-ljt-purchase/#findComment-86201 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superdog Posted September 17, 2011 Share Posted September 17, 2011 I tried to post a few pics but was unable to due to sizing. Got to figure that one out now. Not a computer guy. Don't worry,if I can get it figured out,you can.(Helps to have an 11 yr.old to help though,believe me) Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/20515-possible-51-ljt-purchase/#findComment-86203 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andy Wright Posted September 19, 2011 Share Posted September 19, 2011 Way to go. Looking forward to seeing the pics.if you keep having trouble, email them to me and I'll put them up for you - aircrewbooksATiinet.net.au 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/20515-possible-51-ljt-purchase/#findComment-86416 Share on other sites More sharing options...
burnin oil Posted September 21, 2011 Author Share Posted September 21, 2011 Thanks Andy. I may take you up on that offer. I have been busy the last few days and havn't had a chance to play with the pics. I have been getting the new to trailer ready to pick the truck up. All new brakes and redoing the wiring right now while trying to beat the rain. Still waiting on the tags in the mail. Eithere way the truck will be home soon. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/20515-possible-51-ljt-purchase/#findComment-86528 Share on other sites More sharing options...
burnin oil Posted October 4, 2011 Author Share Posted October 4, 2011 Here is a couple more pics. I hope they come through. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/20515-possible-51-ljt-purchase/#findComment-87516 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaysm35a2 Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 Glad you got it , I wanted it pretty bad and it was close to home at the time, Jay Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/20515-possible-51-ljt-purchase/#findComment-87562 Share on other sites More sharing options...
yarnall Posted October 4, 2011 Share Posted October 4, 2011 It looks great. Congratulations! How about some specs. Is that 12.00x24 rubber? I like the winch. I have an LFT with a Lanova which is being rebuilt. It has been in the shop for a year now and I don't know when the mechanic will have it done. I am getting anxious.Mike Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/20515-possible-51-ljt-purchase/#findComment-87636 Share on other sites More sharing options...
burnin oil Posted October 5, 2011 Author Share Posted October 5, 2011 10x22 rubber. Lanova (I think), TR-150 main with a 8031 aux trans, 6.67 rear gear. The winch is a appleton but I don't know anything about it.So far I fixed an oil leak on the rear and changed the lube in both transmissions and axle. Still screwing around with trying to get the electrical working. I will probably just hook up a temp start button for now just to get the truck mobile. Once I get that done I need to change the motor oil and antifreeze. From there I will probably redo the rear brakes, rewire the truck then start in on body work. I want it to be a runner so that I can start going to shows as I restore the old girl. The motor seemed to run pretty good when I went to look at it. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/20515-possible-51-ljt-purchase/#findComment-87655 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted October 7, 2011 Share Posted October 7, 2011 i saw that for sale somewheres,,have a ball.bob Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/20515-possible-51-ljt-purchase/#findComment-87832 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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