Axel Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 I am new to the Mack truck but just picked up a 1948 Mack EF. I been looking online and I see parts are next to impossible to find. Anybody got any info of part suppliers? I am wanting to restore this truck so I will need a lil bit of everything. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/32371-new-to-mack/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmer52 Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 welcome to BMT. contact the Mack museum with the serial number and they will send you a package of info (takes 4-8 weeks). be sure to send them a donation. this is the place to get parts info.p.s. be forewarned....post pics of your EF. Quote Ken PRR Country and Charter member of the "Mack Pack" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/32371-new-to-mack/#findComment-200422 Share on other sites More sharing options...
2stacksuperdog Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 Quote Matt Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/32371-new-to-mack/#findComment-200426 Share on other sites More sharing options...
thomastractorsvc Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 Welcome.There are some NOS parts available, some new parts and you will probably end up refurbishing some of your parts and finding some used. Just need to see what can be fixed, bearings and stuff like that can be part cross reference, when it comes to rubber and moldings I was able to get all my window channel, clips and sweeps, molding from aftermarket Chevy place (when I told one of the parts guys what I was working on he was surprised, than one of the others said back in the day there were only a couple places that made that stuff, not like today) also check a good hardware store/napa/carquest, they usually have all the little rubber bumpers and stuff Quote Robert"I reject your reality and substitute my own." Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/32371-new-to-mack/#findComment-200427 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eastcoastdiesel Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 I want pics!! Welcome to mack! Gonna love it here. Very helpful, and good fun! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/32371-new-to-mack/#findComment-200446 Share on other sites More sharing options...
slpwlker Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 Welcome to the Jungle Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/32371-new-to-mack/#findComment-200458 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Axel Posted August 18, 2013 Author Popular Post Share Posted August 18, 2013 Here are some pics. Thanks for the advice. I just stuck a battery in her and most of the electrical works. She tried to fire off but didn't want to try to hard till I get home. 7 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/32371-new-to-mack/#findComment-200463 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hatcity Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 Looks like all it needs is a good compound and coat of waxWelcomeCAUTION!!!-there are no lifeguards at the gene pool 1 Quote Success is only a stones throw away.................................................................for a Palestinian Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/32371-new-to-mack/#findComment-200473 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eastcoastdiesel Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 That is a beautiful truck!!! Can't wait to see him cleaned up! 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/32371-new-to-mack/#findComment-200476 Share on other sites More sharing options...
other dog Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 That is a good looking truck, looks like one of those "barn finds" you hear about from time to time! Quote Producer of poorly photo-chopped pictures since 1999. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/32371-new-to-mack/#findComment-200477 Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmer52 Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 I want pics!!Patience my dear, patience! 1 Quote Ken PRR Country and Charter member of the "Mack Pack" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/32371-new-to-mack/#findComment-200478 Share on other sites More sharing options...
j hancock Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 Looks Great! Quote JimIt doesn't cost anything to pay attention. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/32371-new-to-mack/#findComment-200481 Share on other sites More sharing options...
umodelnut Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 Welcome. Looks like a nice solid E model. Sweet. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/32371-new-to-mack/#findComment-200486 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTFormula Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 Great find. I'd just get it running, give it a wash and drive it as is. They can only be original once and yours looks to be all there. Good luck and welcome! 1 Quote ~ JT Burkard ~ AKA Sweaty Mackwww.jtresto.com www.wickedreputation.netwww.jonathanthomasmotorcars.com Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/32371-new-to-mack/#findComment-200562 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dana Tucker Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 Welcome Axel! The most important thing you could find for your new Mack, is this forum. Everything else is downhill from here Brother!!! Quote Never Forget, You As A Driver and You Alone, Will Stand Before The Judge, For Your Actions Behind The Wheel! ChristianTruckersForum.Net Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/32371-new-to-mack/#findComment-200659 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mack mhe9 Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 Nice. Yes change the oil first just in case there's any thing wrong. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/32371-new-to-mack/#findComment-200660 Share on other sites More sharing options...
fauthpk Posted August 19, 2013 Share Posted August 19, 2013 Nice truck. You will find a lot of parts on eBay. Like someone else posted you will find a lot of parts are interchangeable. For instance, the horn button parts I found through ford restoration catalog. Try calling Kevin All. 607-652-7704. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/32371-new-to-mack/#findComment-200661 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bulldog man Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 to the Nut House Err I mean BMT . Glad your hear w/ the rest of us Nuts err I mean Enthusiast. Nice looking E Model . Tri State Mack in Memphis has 1 like it fully restored . Quote You Cant Fix Stupid. But You Can Numb It With A Sledgehammer. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/32371-new-to-mack/#findComment-200685 Share on other sites More sharing options...
vision386 Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 Welcome aboard! truck looks in great shape! that's a nice find,the grille trim/emblems are all there,bumper looks pretty decent,thats a lot of the battle with these smaller Macks!..........................Mark Quote Mack Truck literate. Computer illiterate. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/32371-new-to-mack/#findComment-200687 Share on other sites More sharing options...
39 Baby Mack Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 Welcome aboard,nice looking little "E" model!Ron Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/32371-new-to-mack/#findComment-200688 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TozziWelding Posted August 20, 2013 Share Posted August 20, 2013 Nice. Yes change the oil first just in case there's any thing wrong.Use non detergent so you don't disturb any sludge that has been sitting for years. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/32371-new-to-mack/#findComment-200690 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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