72U685ST Posted May 9, 2012 Author Share Posted May 9, 2012 the maxidyne was the best diesel engine produced in my opinion, you cant kill it. and they designed it to run efficiently on 5 and 6 speed transmissions and still perform like a 10 speed. their awesome Quote Unmistakeable Design, Unmatched Performance. Real Trucks Rattle.........._,___..... __/_|___|.___/__] | |...||.__|____|___|___|=(@)[___][__]==(@)(@)| Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/24983-new-member-from-mass-with-a-u-model/page/2/#findComment-118397 Share on other sites More sharing options...
umodelnut Posted May 9, 2012 Share Posted May 9, 2012 They are awesome Eric. Mine runs like a top. I don't know why but in 1986 they put a remanufactured motor in my truck. It's the same as the original though. Vinny Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/24983-new-member-from-mass-with-a-u-model/page/2/#findComment-118422 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 welcome and enjoy.bob Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/24983-new-member-from-mass-with-a-u-model/page/2/#findComment-118562 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 They are awesome Eric. Mine runs like a top. I don't know why but in 1986 they put a remanufactured motor in my truck. It's the same as the original though. VinnyMaybe they didn't have anything better to do at the time?Uncle 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/24983-new-member-from-mass-with-a-u-model/page/2/#findComment-118564 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Olivetroad Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 Maybe they didn't have anything better to do at the time?Uncle RobIsn't that what you do at the shop? Just go pick a body panel at random and replace it for the practice? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/24983-new-member-from-mass-with-a-u-model/page/2/#findComment-118568 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 Isn't that what you do at the shop? Just go pick a body panel at random and replace it for the practice?Been a very long time since I've done it for practice; but never can be too good I suppose.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/24983-new-member-from-mass-with-a-u-model/page/2/#findComment-118572 Share on other sites More sharing options...
umodelnut Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 Maybe they didn't have anything better to do at the time?Uncle RobNo I dont think so. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/24983-new-member-from-mass-with-a-u-model/page/2/#findComment-118587 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 No I dont think so.Then why else would they replace the engine?Uncle 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/24983-new-member-from-mass-with-a-u-model/page/2/#findComment-118594 Share on other sites More sharing options...
umodelnut Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 Then why else would they replace the engine?Uncle RobProlly beat it pretty bad since it was a rental truck. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/24983-new-member-from-mass-with-a-u-model/page/2/#findComment-118600 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 Prolly beat it pretty bad since it was a rental truck.I'd wager it was replaced due to being worn out. Not necessarily "beaten" or anything abusive although trucks do have a hard life. Engine rebuilds and swaps used to be very cost effective and one would be able to run the truck until "used up" with constant freshening, and maintenance. Now with age limitations, damned near 0% financing, compounded by electronics, emmisions, and their gremlins, trucks have become a throw away item also as too expensive to run many years till they are again, "used up".I think citing your truck remains intact, says it was not "beaten" to badly. Obviously it was maintained. A rebuilt, or reman engine is a very large plus especially to us cheap assed collectors including myself.Uncle 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/24983-new-member-from-mass-with-a-u-model/page/2/#findComment-118601 Share on other sites More sharing options...
umodelnut Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 I'd wager it was replaced due to being worn out. Not necessarily "beaten" or anything abusive although trucks do have a hard life. Engine rebuilds and swaps used to be very cost effective and one would be able to run the truck until "used up" with constant freshening, and maintenance. Now with age limitations, damned near 0% financing, compounded by electronics, emmisions, and their gremlins, trucks have become a throw away item also as too expensive to run many years till they are again, "used up".I think citing your truck remains intact, says it was not "beaten" to badly. Obviously it was maintained. A rebuilt, or reman engine is a very large plus especially to us cheap assed collectors including myself.Uncle RobThats a big reason my Papa bought it was because it runs. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/24983-new-member-from-mass-with-a-u-model/page/2/#findComment-118606 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hatcity Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 VINNIE!!!!!!!whers yer manners boy? Y'all been having this rounabout conversation, an' not once has you introduced your new friend to your other buddy Ben, or your Uncle Rob.damnkidsdon'tshownorespectno more.damnshaneitellya. damnshame Quote Success is only a stones throw away.................................................................for a Palestinian Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/24983-new-member-from-mass-with-a-u-model/page/2/#findComment-118609 Share on other sites More sharing options...
umodelnut Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 VINNIE!!!!!!!whers yer manners boy? Y'all been having this rounabout conversation, an' not once has you introduced your new friend to your other buddy Ben, or your Uncle Rob.damnkidsdon'tshownorespectno more.damnshaneitellya. damnshameOpps. Sorry Hat. Well Eric let me introduce you to my friend Ben who I call cousin Ben. His profile name on here is JumperandSon. Then there is my friend Rob, who wants me and my friend Ben to call him Uncle Rob. And Eric, dont worry people make fun of me all the time for my love of lopsided U models, so if anybody gives you any crap Eric, you talk to me. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/24983-new-member-from-mass-with-a-u-model/page/2/#findComment-118622 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hatcity Posted May 10, 2012 Share Posted May 10, 2012 Thats more like it.Now Eric, tell you about "Uncle Rob"He's full of good advice and suggestions, like a Dutch uncle.Not sure though if he is like Uncle Ernie in Pinball Wizard,or like Uncle Roy from an old Saturday Nite Live episode Quote Success is only a stones throw away.................................................................for a Palestinian Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/24983-new-member-from-mass-with-a-u-model/page/2/#findComment-118629 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted May 11, 2012 Share Posted May 11, 2012 Maybe they didn't have anything better to do at the time?Uncle Robhey rob,,,i think when vinny grows up,,,he,s going to pound you...hAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA.BOB :banana: :banana: 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/24983-new-member-from-mass-with-a-u-model/page/2/#findComment-118745 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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