dds92780 Posted February 6, 2013 Share Posted February 6, 2013 Lets start a thread here to show what you have done to your R that sets it apart from your everyday truck. Has anyone actually upgraded their speakers from the stock 5 1/4 inch speakers to a 6 1/2 inch and if so how did you do it? Has anyone ever thought of mounting a 6 1/2 or any size speaker just under the vent latch on the plastic headliner for some extra bass? These are my next projects i am thinking of if anyone has any guidance. And of course, if you have any pictures of your trucks whether it be exterior upgrades or interior upgrades we would all love to see them!Here is one i found to get it started, 2 Quote Slow and Steady Wins the Race! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/29822-custom-r-model-tweaks/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
fullfuel01 Posted February 6, 2013 Share Posted February 6, 2013 keep them stock, in general BMT member don't really like something out of the ordinary.. spoke wheels and single stacks with oem stuff are normally up for best of show Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/29822-custom-r-model-tweaks/#findComment-162417 Share on other sites More sharing options...
fullfuel01 Posted February 6, 2013 Share Posted February 6, 2013 only added 7 inches flat black stack on the big shack mack. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/29822-custom-r-model-tweaks/#findComment-162418 Share on other sites More sharing options...
dds92780 Posted February 6, 2013 Author Share Posted February 6, 2013 Well, i guess i didn't clarify that i wasn't looking for fast and furious type of trucks but mainly something that took some craft or skill to come up with whether it being speakers or a neat paint job to accent the body lines. You guys are always funny though thats why i love the this site! Quote Slow and Steady Wins the Race! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/29822-custom-r-model-tweaks/#findComment-162424 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Apple dog Posted February 6, 2013 Share Posted February 6, 2013 I marvel at the skill and craftsmanship to create this brown R locomotive but I don't like it.Thankfully, it is not my truck or my money....I'm with you on this one. I'll keep the exact words I said to my self and just say I dont like it. 1 Quote This is Mack country. On a quiet night you can hear a peterbilt rust away. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/29822-custom-r-model-tweaks/#findComment-162425 Share on other sites More sharing options...
alex g Posted February 6, 2013 Share Posted February 6, 2013 fullfuel01 I recognize those pics from the RODEO DU CAMION are either of them yours? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/29822-custom-r-model-tweaks/#findComment-162433 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rsb502 Posted February 6, 2013 Share Posted February 6, 2013 I replaced the factory speakers in my 2000 RD years ago with Boston acoustics and added some small I think 3.5" to the front headliner on each side on the bottom, I added an 8" sub in a small box behind the passenger seat to add a little bass. I did it all to look stock the same gray/silver vinyl on the speaker box and plain black plastic grilles on the headliner. I think it was a Kenwood CD player I put in place of the tape deck, it sounded much better and thanks to filling the cab with dynomat you could hear the music over the road and engine. Hope that helps it worked out good, it didn't have that bass some folks go for but I just wanted to hear my GNR, Metallica, etc. Better 1 Quote "Any Society that would give up a little LIBERTY to gain a little SECURITY will Deserve Neither and LOSE BOTH" -Benjamin Franklin"If your gonna be STUPID, you gotta be TOUGH" "You cant always get what you want, but if you try sometimes you get what you need" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/29822-custom-r-model-tweaks/#findComment-162472 Share on other sites More sharing options...
fullfuel01 Posted February 7, 2013 Share Posted February 7, 2013 both are Alex,the most 'pimped' is my brother toys. the red one is the first truck that we bought. it have been in several 'trader' magazine from ontario. you might remember it. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/29822-custom-r-model-tweaks/#findComment-162536 Share on other sites More sharing options...
dds92780 Posted February 7, 2013 Author Share Posted February 7, 2013 Lets see some more!!! Quote Slow and Steady Wins the Race! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/29822-custom-r-model-tweaks/#findComment-162646 Share on other sites More sharing options...
alex g Posted February 9, 2013 Share Posted February 9, 2013 I'll probably be going to the Rodeo again this year I'll send you a message before if I go maybe have a beer or 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/29822-custom-r-model-tweaks/#findComment-163004 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaysm35a2 Posted February 9, 2013 Share Posted February 9, 2013 I wish I had a Mack with a dang radio in it.. dreaming lol 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/29822-custom-r-model-tweaks/#findComment-163009 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakebrake86 Posted February 9, 2013 Share Posted February 9, 2013 The most outrageous thing I've done is swapped out the factory bumper for a 6" oilfieild-style pipe bumper that a buddy of mine gave me off his old R model. I had to cut out the back of the bumper and weld in a new plate with holes drilled to match up to the RD mounting holes. It was all warped up on the back from pulling on it, because on an R model it covered up the factory towing pins, but my RD has towing loops made into the front spring hangers, so it works out pretty good. I keep a shackle it one loop to keep a chain from cutting into the cast iron too bad. And of course, the "Phantom 309" decal! At one time I did away with the factory muffler and went with a 5'' straight pipe, and it sounded pretty good. Not too long after that during the first summer that I ran the truck, my A/C went out, and funding was a little low so I ran almost all summer with both windows down, and I couldn't stand it any longer. As soon as I got my bank account padded up a little bit I went back with a new compressor, lines, expansion valve, condenser, coil, dryer, control panel, and A/C control cover. I also went back with everything factory from pretty much the turbo back, but put a 5'' ''bull hauler" turnout on it. Quote Jake Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/29822-custom-r-model-tweaks/#findComment-163033 Share on other sites More sharing options...
slpwlker Posted February 9, 2013 Share Posted February 9, 2013 I still have the pipes on mine but put a muffler underneath. 2 years of straight pipe I had had enough. Still want it quieter. When the pipes finally rust thru gonna get the Pittsburgh Power super quiet full size stacks Or the equivlent and put the side mufflers back on. with guards. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/29822-custom-r-model-tweaks/#findComment-163106 Share on other sites More sharing options...
wilfordlh121 Posted May 8, 2016 Share Posted May 8, 2016 I like those words written in this post. If you have a truck that is uncommon or does not have parts that are promptly accessible, then you should do somewhat more inside and out quest for your great truck parts. To know more visit auto parts online Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/29822-custom-r-model-tweaks/#findComment-332641 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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