cncFireman Posted October 26, 2013 Share Posted October 26, 2013 I recently bought an 8v53 that i want to repower a B model with. What is the smallest B model that has a strong enough axle to handle a 2000 lb chunk of iron? Also what is the smallest B with air brakes? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33256-b-model-for-my-detroit/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
2stacksuperdog Posted October 26, 2013 Share Posted October 26, 2013 1 Quote Matt Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33256-b-model-for-my-detroit/#findComment-213304 Share on other sites More sharing options...
cncFireman Posted October 26, 2013 Author Share Posted October 26, 2013 wrong can of detroit i know i know lol Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33256-b-model-for-my-detroit/#findComment-213306 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maddog13407 Posted October 26, 2013 Share Posted October 26, 2013 ugh, blasphemy haha. a B42 is the smallest B model with air brakes but some B30's had them optional. you would want at least a 505 or 517 or 522 front axle in a B42 or B61 for one ton of engine. the smaller B20s and B30's had really light front axles and springs. id say you want at least 11 leaf front springs also. most B42's had 8 or 9 leaves unless it was an SX dumptruck or heavy spec. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33256-b-model-for-my-detroit/#findComment-213321 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bulldog man Posted October 26, 2013 Share Posted October 26, 2013 I like Detroit's Hell I was raised on the 2 stroke screaming Jimmies . BUT A Detroit in a Bulldog ? Isnt there a law against that kinda thing ? 8V53 Is a RARE 2 stroke Detroit . ive only seen 1 of them in my life time . 1 of the old timers that was friends w/ my pop said they were used in military applications.Good luck on your project Quote You Cant Fix Stupid. But You Can Numb It With A Sledgehammer. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33256-b-model-for-my-detroit/#findComment-213333 Share on other sites More sharing options...
j hancock Posted October 26, 2013 Share Posted October 26, 2013 You have an interesting project in the works. I have a DD 6-71 and after a couple of hours it is a little much but a friend has a 6V53 and it is obnoxious after 2 minutes.Invest in some good ear protection! Quote JimIt doesn't cost anything to pay attention. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33256-b-model-for-my-detroit/#findComment-213340 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bullhusk Posted October 26, 2013 Share Posted October 26, 2013 There was a garbage guy in NYC years back that had a 238-6-71 in a B61 tandem 25yd Loadmaster packer Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33256-b-model-for-my-detroit/#findComment-213345 Share on other sites More sharing options...
cncFireman Posted October 26, 2013 Author Share Posted October 26, 2013 8v53 is a rare one 7000 were built most for marine use. the military ones were turbocharged. Mine is a 8v53N out of a fire truck. Low hours starts right up with no lope or smoke issues. I will keep my eyes peeled for a heavy duty B model. Preferably one with steering assist. There is a a B53 that I had been eye ballin. I am in no hurry however have a few projects that need to be at least pushed along a little further. On another note the guy I bought this 8v53 from has a H67 with a 6-71 yet I did not get to see it. I think he mentioned possibly selling it. Thank you for your responses. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33256-b-model-for-my-detroit/#findComment-213347 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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