57 bcr Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 Yea I saw it a few times at Mack then saw it out on 176 for sale. Wonder if it sold or inside for winter . It's missing the air cleaner kinda wierd without it. But it looks like a nice old truck.When I first saw that truck it was MACK Green & had an 8V-92 Detroit/13speed in it.He had N.I. Mack put a 350 Mack in it,re-skin the cab & switchout camelback for air ride then switched to taper leaf,or something like that.Yeah,that missing air cleaner was a Roadway spec.They mounted an under hood air cleaner on their trucks too,at one time.Different! 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/28785-chicago-r-models/page/13/#findComment-159472 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lmackattack Posted January 24, 2013 Author Share Posted January 24, 2013 Saw him hauling end dumps 5-6 years back we would always wave when passing each other. Think we both could spot a long hood R a mile away? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28785-chicago-r-models/page/13/#findComment-159476 Share on other sites More sharing options...
57 bcr Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 That was a different truck.Late east coast R 700.Sat up high like your RS.Not too many around here like that! Brad looked at it up close.I never did (no money-didn't want to waste his time kickin' tires-LOL!!).Hope it didn't go for a boat ride! 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/28785-chicago-r-models/page/13/#findComment-159517 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post 57 bcr Posted January 24, 2013 Popular Post Share Posted January 24, 2013 Your Chicago area R model of the day belongs to... Wing Cartage (a Celli company).At one time hauled everything that Celli hauled (dumps,bulk cement),plus dry freight vans and flatbeds with F models! They ended up hauling mostly precast on flatbeds.I'll check into if the company is still active or not. 3 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/28785-chicago-r-models/page/13/#findComment-159520 Share on other sites More sharing options...
storkmack Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 Yea I saw it a few times at Mack then saw it out on 176 for sale. Wonder if it sold or inside for winter . It's missing the air cleaner kinda wierd without it. But it looks like a nice old truck.I looked at it last spring. At that time he was asking $15K. EM-7 300 mechanical, fuller 13 sp, mack rears, mack air ride. Nice set up. Didnt have a phone number on his for sale sign, but i didnt consider that an issue because I know guys, that know that guy. -Brad Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28785-chicago-r-models/page/13/#findComment-159521 Share on other sites More sharing options...
57 bcr Posted January 24, 2013 Share Posted January 24, 2013 Just had a 300 in it? OK. Oh,it ended up with air ride,then.I know he tried taperleaf after the camelback.He had bought a new CH years back.But was dissapointed with it and opted to rebuild the old R-700.He must have sunk some money in it,he dropped it off at MACK and told them to restore it! That could hurt! 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/28785-chicago-r-models/page/13/#findComment-159526 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post 57 bcr Posted January 25, 2013 Popular Post Share Posted January 25, 2013 Chicago R model of the day... Lindahl Inc. 4 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/28785-chicago-r-models/page/13/#findComment-159715 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakebrake86 Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 Is that a 977 or a 983? Quote Jake Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28785-chicago-r-models/page/13/#findComment-159716 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hicrop10 Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 I would have to say it was a 983,we had 2 of them beast.They would always overheat it you ran them hard.They were better suited for demo work.Loading trucks allday would really put a strain on the torq.convertor. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28785-chicago-r-models/page/13/#findComment-159740 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackman1965 Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 Chicago R model of the day...11 (2).jpg Lindahl Inc.Brother just wanted to thank you for this continuing Mack of the day that you do. I look forward to it everyday. It would be nice to have one for NJ, NY and Mass-CT as well. I took some pics on my I-phone at the risk of sounding like a complete computer idiot how could i share them 2 Quote Local 282 Union Service Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28785-chicago-r-models/page/13/#findComment-159745 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lmackattack Posted January 25, 2013 Author Share Posted January 25, 2013 bottom of screen....."REPLY TO THIS TOPIC" THEN LOOK AT THE BOTTOM RIGHT..."MORE REPLY OPTIONS" CLICK THAT . bottom left of screen it says "attach files" next to that click Browse. find and click on the file you want to upload from the computer, "then click attach this file"you should see a small pic/file size if it uploaded.hope this helps Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28785-chicago-r-models/page/13/#findComment-159748 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Dash Posted January 25, 2013 Share Posted January 25, 2013 Brother just wanted to thank you for this continuing Mack of the day that you do. I look forward to it everyday. It would be nice to have one for NJ, NY and Mass-CT as well. I took some pics on my I-phone at the risk of sounding like a complete computer idiot how could i share themYou can't be any more of an idiot than I am. I used to drop my phone in the mail with a list of addresses so each person could forward it to the next. It was the early days of photo sharing. 1 Quote Jim Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28785-chicago-r-models/page/13/#findComment-159770 Share on other sites More sharing options...
57 bcr Posted January 26, 2013 Share Posted January 26, 2013 Brother just wanted to thank you for this continuing Mack of the day that you do. I look forward to it everyday. It would be nice to have one for NJ, NY and Mass-CT as well. I took some pics on my I-phone at the risk of sounding like a complete computer idiot how could i share themYou are most welcome,mackman1965! I started out being "computer illiterate",but my kids coached me through it! The trucks I post, are trucks I either worked around or with in my short career(1986-2000) as an owner/operator in the N. Illinois gravel belt. A great bunch of people that made a good living providing sand & gravel for Chicago area building/road projects! These pure,wholesome Americans,are being shortchanged by the very land they helped to better(many times at their expense).Nobody cares about the pride they have in doing a good job,providing for their families,and making an honest living! All the companies look at is the bottom line(more now than ever),and their government is no help either.I dedicate this thread to all of the good people trying to make a go of it in this business! 2 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/28785-chicago-r-models/page/13/#findComment-159842 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakebrake86 Posted January 26, 2013 Share Posted January 26, 2013 You are most welcome,mackman1965! I started out being "computer illiterate",but my kids coached me through it! The trucks I post, are trucks I either worked around or with in my short career(1986-2000) as an owner/operator in the N. Illinois gravel belt. A great bunch of people that made a good living providing sand & gravel for Chicago area building/road projects! These pure,wholesome Americans,are being shortchanged by the very land they helped to better(many times at their expense).Nobody cares about the pride they have in doing a good job,providing for their families,and making an honest living! All the companies look at is the bottom line(more now than ever),and their government is no help either.I dedicate this thread to all of the good people trying to make a go of it in this business! Amen, my friend! Quote Jake Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28785-chicago-r-models/page/13/#findComment-159844 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post 57 bcr Posted January 26, 2013 Popular Post Share Posted January 26, 2013 .....And here is your Chicago area R model of the day... R. Jones! 3 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/28785-chicago-r-models/page/13/#findComment-159849 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackman1965 Posted January 26, 2013 Share Posted January 26, 2013 You are most welcome,mackman1965! I started out being "computer illiterate",but my kids coached me through it! The trucks I post, are trucks I either worked around or with in my short career(1986-2000) as an owner/operator in the N. Illinois gravel belt. A great bunch of people that made a good living providing sand & gravel for Chicago area building/road projects! These pure,wholesome Americans,are being shortchanged by the very land they helped to better(many times at their expense).Nobody cares about the pride they have in doing a good job,providing for their families,and making an honest living! All the companies look at is the bottom line(more now than ever),and their government is no help either.I dedicate this thread to all of the good people trying to make a go of it in this business! Good man for remembering the men behind these truck. My interests a are sand & gravel and roll offs for the same reasons as yours thats what i drove for the better part of 20 years. Thanks to all who offered me help with posting pictures. I think to make it real easy i will take my I pad with me and take pictures with that and upload directly to the BMT site, Wow kind of sounds like I know what Im doing 1 Quote Local 282 Union Service Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28785-chicago-r-models/page/13/#findComment-159851 Share on other sites More sharing options...
VPZINC Posted January 26, 2013 Share Posted January 26, 2013 .....And here is your Chicago area R model of the day...[img=http://www.bigmacktrucks.com/public/style_images/master/attachicon.gif] 12-r-jones_mack_with_lowboy_at_the_waupun_truck_n_show_.jpg R. Jones!That's a really sharp truck! Quote 87 RD 686SX07 CL-73306 Granite CV-713"Old Macks never die, just get new generations of drivers" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28785-chicago-r-models/page/13/#findComment-159862 Share on other sites More sharing options...
57 bcr Posted January 26, 2013 Share Posted January 26, 2013 That's a really sharp truck!R. Jones keeps his equipment SHINY all the time! The stuff looks like its going to a show everyday! You can shave in those fuel tanks! Spotless! 2 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/28785-chicago-r-models/page/13/#findComment-159871 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lmackattack Posted January 26, 2013 Author Share Posted January 26, 2013 I have seen that r jones r model about 100 times and not once did I see it dirty. I swear he has the truck washed after every time the tail gate slams shut........ 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28785-chicago-r-models/page/13/#findComment-159897 Share on other sites More sharing options...
vision386 Posted January 26, 2013 Share Posted January 26, 2013 R. Jones keeps his equipment SHINY all the time! The stuff looks like its going to a show everyday! You can shave in those fuel tanks! Spotless!A clean truck is a happy truck! LOL!.....................................Mark 2 Quote Mack Truck literate. Computer illiterate. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28785-chicago-r-models/page/13/#findComment-159899 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackey58 Posted January 26, 2013 Share Posted January 26, 2013 amen!! 57bcr the pits and companies dont want good drivers just bodies in a truck.we had aguy in a harrys truck back into a sewer ditch and it was 4foot wide!! and im sitting home!! loli miss the old days Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28785-chicago-r-models/page/13/#findComment-159932 Share on other sites More sharing options...
57 bcr Posted January 27, 2013 Share Posted January 27, 2013 amen!! 57bcr the pits and companies dont want good drivers just bodies in a truck.we had aguy in a harrys truck back into a sewer ditch and it was 4foot wide!! and im sitting home!! loli miss the old daysI hear ya,Mackey! 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/28785-chicago-r-models/page/13/#findComment-160161 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Green Dash Posted January 27, 2013 Share Posted January 27, 2013 Good man for remembering the men behind these truck. My interests a are sand & gravel and roll offs for the same reasons as yours thats what i drove for the better part of 20 years. Thanks to all who offered me help with posting pictures. I think to make it real easy i will take my I pad with me and take pictures with that and upload directly to the BMT site, Wow kind of sounds like I know what Im doingI agree. It's nice that you are able to give the drivers the same well deserved recognition as the trucks. Quote Jim Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28785-chicago-r-models/page/13/#findComment-160162 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post 57 bcr Posted January 27, 2013 Popular Post Share Posted January 27, 2013 And your Chicago area R model of the day is.... Mike Dhamer's R688ST.Always liked this truck,especially the color of it.Like an olive metallic green. 4 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/28785-chicago-r-models/page/13/#findComment-160163 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakebrake86 Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 I love all these old R model pics. Thanks alot for posting them.. There's still quite a few left running around here, but sadly none are near as photogenic as the ones y'all have been posting. I don't know what it is, but trucks don't seem to get taken care of down here in the South near as well as you guys in the Midwest and North do, with a few exceptions, of course. It looks like the drivers and the owners of the trucks you have pics of truly took pride in what they did for a living. I've been driving and running equipment for a living for about ten years now, and I've seen a huge difference in the average truck driver's attitude and performance in that short period of time. 9 out of 10 drivers I know are just there for a paycheck. They don't care what they tear up, if the truck is clean or in good condition. Not to be a downer, but it really saddens me to think what the next generation is going to be like. I'm afraid all of us Mack guys are a dying breed. At least we've got Vinny to carry the torch! LOL 2 Quote Jake Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/28785-chicago-r-models/page/13/#findComment-160244 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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