Mikesbucketlistmack Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 Does anyone know if the cabs, mainly the rooflines, are the same on a 1981 and 1994 R model ? Raney Truck Parts has a 7 1/2 visor that will fit a 1994 but they don't know if it will fit a 1981. I contacted the Mack dealer up here and they're useless as they don't know and aren't interested in finding out. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33019-cabs-on-81-and-94-r-models-the-same/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
2stacksuperdog Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 Seems like they should. I think the only thing that changed was where the hood meets the cab when the aerodynamic hood came out 1 Quote Matt Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33019-cabs-on-81-and-94-r-models-the-same/#findComment-209830 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lmackattack Posted October 3, 2013 Share Posted October 3, 2013 Cab exterior is pretty much the same from 73-04. Diffrences would be cowl depending if it's a r model or later rd. Overall construction is pretty much the same thru years. A cab from 81, should bolt to a 94'. Electrical and air will differ slightly.Galvanized cabs started in 85'?Interior options had some changes thru the years mainly in dash construction and layout. Headliner was changed and overhead consol was added in mid 80'sDoor catch and latch changed in the mid 80's Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33019-cabs-on-81-and-94-r-models-the-same/#findComment-209852 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakebrake86 Posted October 4, 2013 Share Posted October 4, 2013 Stupid question: is the cowl on a '92 and up RD the same as an RW? Quote Jake Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33019-cabs-on-81-and-94-r-models-the-same/#findComment-209974 Share on other sites More sharing options...
2stacksuperdog Posted October 4, 2013 Share Posted October 4, 2013 Stupid question: is the cowl on a '92 and up RD the same as an RW?this has come up before but it mostly is but not on the passenger side because of the air cleaner and all the piping, etc. Quote Matt Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33019-cabs-on-81-and-94-r-models-the-same/#findComment-209978 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakebrake86 Posted October 4, 2013 Share Posted October 4, 2013 I thought I'd seen the question asked but I couldn't remember what the answer was. Thanks, man. Quote Jake Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33019-cabs-on-81-and-94-r-models-the-same/#findComment-209981 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rsb502 Posted October 4, 2013 Share Posted October 4, 2013 Yep, old R to newer RD is basic interior changes and wiring/plumbing changes. The big change was the cowl panel for the new hood design, im pretty sure it just changed on the drivers side though. Yes the Rd/RW difference is the passenger side cowl, and the hood rests/ breather setup on the firewall. 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/33019-cabs-on-81-and-94-r-models-the-same/#findComment-209992 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jakebrake86 Posted October 4, 2013 Share Posted October 4, 2013 10-4, Ryan. I guess the interior changes would be padded dash to plastic dash and black perforated cloth headliner and back of cab panel to gray vinyl? Quote Jake Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33019-cabs-on-81-and-94-r-models-the-same/#findComment-210025 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikesbucketlistmack Posted October 4, 2013 Author Share Posted October 4, 2013 Okay, thanks, guys. I don't know what the heck the problem is with the Mack dealer (Sheldon Mack) up here is Vermont. I called them on three separate occasions asking questions on parts, and they never have an answer and then never get back to me. If they don't want my business I'll drive to freakin' Albany (NY) to the dealer down there ! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33019-cabs-on-81-and-94-r-models-the-same/#findComment-210027 Share on other sites More sharing options...
j hancock Posted October 4, 2013 Share Posted October 4, 2013 I know a couple of people in eastern NY and VT that get there Mack parts from State Line Truck Service in NH.They get the stuff delivered for a couple of bucks more by the company van.http://www.statelinetruckservice.com/index.asp 1 Quote JimIt doesn't cost anything to pay attention. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33019-cabs-on-81-and-94-r-models-the-same/#findComment-210028 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikesbucketlistmack Posted October 4, 2013 Author Share Posted October 4, 2013 Thanks, PB, I'll look them up. Might be closer than Albany. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33019-cabs-on-81-and-94-r-models-the-same/#findComment-210051 Share on other sites More sharing options...
thomastractorsvc Posted October 6, 2013 Share Posted October 6, 2013 What about the doors? So you are saying a door from a mid 60s R will fit through a Mid 90s R Quote Robert"I reject your reality and substitute my own." Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33019-cabs-on-81-and-94-r-models-the-same/#findComment-210369 Share on other sites More sharing options...
smorse54 Posted October 6, 2013 Share Posted October 6, 2013 Not exactly. The hole for the lock cylinder is in a different spot. You can put the new style latch in the old door but the lock cyl. wont line up. I know this for sure 'cause I have an old CF door on my RWS. Steve Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33019-cabs-on-81-and-94-r-models-the-same/#findComment-210375 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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