bullhusk Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 Does anyone know where I can get the bottom cab corners for the early R cabs not the plus 3 cab?Thanks BULLHUSK Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/23599-71-r-cab/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timothy Maikshilo Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 You might try fuelfull01, he may have an early R. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/23599-71-r-cab/#findComment-105168 Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 Are they the same as the early DM's? If so, I could cut them off the toasted DM800 I have. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/23599-71-r-cab/#findComment-105169 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 They are not difficult to make by hand with a bench vice, a piece of two inch round stock, and durable marker, hammer, dolly block, and patience, lots of patience. Oh yeah, wear gloves.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/23599-71-r-cab/#findComment-105171 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 Are they the same as the early DM's? If so, I could cut them off the toasted DM800 I have.Same thing.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/23599-71-r-cab/#findComment-105172 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timothy Maikshilo Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 They are not difficult to make by hand with a bench vice, a piece of two inch round stock, and durable marker, hammer, dolly block, and patience, lots of patience. Oh yeah, wear gloves.RobSafety first Rob,Wear your safety glasses and eye protection.....Like we say on the job, think it through before you do Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/23599-71-r-cab/#findComment-105181 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 Safety first Rob,Wear your safety glasses and eye protection.....Like we say on the job, think it through before you do I never think of them cause I always do. Like the morning business, it's second nature.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/23599-71-r-cab/#findComment-105185 Share on other sites More sharing options...
57 bcr Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 Bullhusk,they are available on e-bay through American Muscle Car Parts $134.88 R or L! e-Bay name: ammuscle Quote IF YOU BOUGHT IT, A TRUCK BROUGHT IT..AND WHEN YOU'RE DONE WITH IT, A TRUCK WILL HAUL IT AWAY!!! Big John Trimble,WRVA Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/23599-71-r-cab/#findComment-105193 Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 I worked at place that subscribed to a service that provided safety posters for construction offices. One had a story of a guy that went to the Dr. to have his broken glass eye replaced. The Dr. ask him how he broke it and he said he was driving cut nails and one hit the glass eye and it broke. Then the Dr. ask how he lost his eye and he said "Oh, doing the same thing". Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/23599-71-r-cab/#findComment-105194 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 Bullhusk,they are available on e-bay through American Muscle Car Parts $134.88 R or L! e-Bay name: ammuscleI've seen the +3 style offered myself but never the early ones. I'll have to look. That is quite a bit more than the supplier I've used in the past.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/23599-71-r-cab/#findComment-105197 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 They have changed the wording on their adds. That does look very much like the early cab corner. The +3 style has a character line pressed into it where this one does not.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/23599-71-r-cab/#findComment-105198 Share on other sites More sharing options...
57 bcr Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 The listing says they're for '65-'73.Yes they are just a little bit pricey,but you won't go to the hospital while trying to beat them out of sheet metal!! Quote IF YOU BOUGHT IT, A TRUCK BROUGHT IT..AND WHEN YOU'RE DONE WITH IT, A TRUCK WILL HAUL IT AWAY!!! Big John Trimble,WRVA Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/23599-71-r-cab/#findComment-105199 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lmackattack Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 I always said one of these days I would take a R cab and stretch it another 5-6" behind the doors. Thought that would be so nice to be able to stretch your legs in a day cab R or atleast recline a little! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/23599-71-r-cab/#findComment-105203 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 I always said one of these days I would take a R cab and stretch it another 5-6" behind the doors. Thought that would be so nice to be able to stretch your legs in a day cab R or atleast recline a little!\They ain't too bad with a 16" steering wheel that just clears my gut, (barely) but it does make the steering a bit "jerky" when hitting a bump from kickback.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/23599-71-r-cab/#findComment-105209 Share on other sites More sharing options...
57 bcr Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 Kickback?..........Hmmmmmmmmmm? You must be from Illinois!!!! 1 Quote IF YOU BOUGHT IT, A TRUCK BROUGHT IT..AND WHEN YOU'RE DONE WITH IT, A TRUCK WILL HAUL IT AWAY!!! Big John Trimble,WRVA Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/23599-71-r-cab/#findComment-105212 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 Kickback?..........Hmmmmmmmmmm? You must be from Illinois!!!! Had to get out of Chicago before I too was corrupted.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/23599-71-r-cab/#findComment-105214 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lmackattack Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 Rob... Remind me to ask you again about the leg and rear wall room when we make our trip back from NV this summer... LOL. farthest I have been in a R cab was Boston and back to Chicago...with a co driver. about the same that you will make in 2-3 days We can compair stories... Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/23599-71-r-cab/#findComment-105215 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 Rob... Remind me to ask you again about the leg and rear wall room when we make our trip back from NV this summer... LOL. farthest I have been in a R cab was Boston and back to Chicago...with a co driver. about the same that you will make in 2-3 days We can compair stories... Believe it or not I've always found the R models seating position quite comfortable for me. It is the cab noise that makes me feel like "Momma" has been singing at me for several hours. Picture a kid learning to play cymbles for several hours and you'll know what I mean.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/23599-71-r-cab/#findComment-105217 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lmackattack Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 the seat position is fine I just dont like that I cant stretch out. This IH I drive you cant touch the pedals with the seat all the way back. not that I drive like that but boy do my knees like it. But dont worry we will run at your pace and my trailer has a nice comfy couch for you to sleep on at night. you will even have AC/Heat to help forget that days trip.... LOL Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/23599-71-r-cab/#findComment-105218 Share on other sites More sharing options...
dover Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 Lmodel and Rob,Where in NV are you headed? I would love to see your rigs if you are coming along I-80.Ben Quote 1962 B733 L cab Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/23599-71-r-cab/#findComment-105220 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 Lmodel and Rob,Where in NV are you headed? I would love to see your rigs if you are coming along I-80.BenThe RL797L we are planning to pick up is in Minden. We will be traveling th I-80 corridor. I've never been out that way so it willbe an adventure for all!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/23599-71-r-cab/#findComment-105226 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bullhusk Posted March 3, 2012 Author Share Posted March 3, 2012 Thank You Guys for all the info, I did give it a little thought about hammerin out my own..... But after bustin my right foot this past week, I said to myself himmmmm????? falls out of hand... onto left foot...... left foot in plaster..... right foot in plaster......wheel-chair rental ===== Buy new ones!!!ThanksErnie DS 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/23599-71-r-cab/#findComment-105247 Share on other sites More sharing options...
57 bcr Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 You bet! Glad to help! Hope you heal,Ernie.With my skills (or lack thereof),I'm better off buying them also! Good Luck! Quote IF YOU BOUGHT IT, A TRUCK BROUGHT IT..AND WHEN YOU'RE DONE WITH IT, A TRUCK WILL HAUL IT AWAY!!! Big John Trimble,WRVA Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/23599-71-r-cab/#findComment-105250 Share on other sites More sharing options...
68MackR Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 I replaced mine with new ones from Ebay seller ammuscle.I called him and he is a very nice fellow to deal with.The parts fit well.Attached is a picture of the corners installed. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/23599-71-r-cab/#findComment-105333 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted March 3, 2012 Share Posted March 3, 2012 I replaced mine with new ones from Ebay seller ammuscle.I called him and he is a very nice fellow to deal with.The parts fit well.Attached is a picture of the corners installed.Thanks for posting the positive experience. Many more need to do this when the experience is either positive or negative which can save a headache for someone else.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/23599-71-r-cab/#findComment-105361 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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