Popular Post Timothy Maikshilo Posted October 27, 2013 Popular Post Share Posted October 27, 2013 Stopped to look at this "87" on FridayNot to bad for the year, wouldn't mind having it. 7 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33278-rd-steel-nose/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
umodelnut Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 Whats it got for a drive train? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33278-rd-steel-nose/#findComment-213473 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maddog13407 Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 always wanted one of those steel nose single axle R models. Town of Martinsburg Ny had 2 or 3 of them and one that was cherry along with a cherry B68 tandem axle about 12-15 years ago, last I knew they only used both trucks to haul sand in the summer and didn't see salt. both were like brand new when I saw them but they were getting rid of them because they were too old.... the B model was about a 63 and the R was an 86 or so. the B brought 5 grand I think and the r brought 7800. too much for my budget back then. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33278-rd-steel-nose/#findComment-213487 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superdog Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 Here's a dumb question,but I've never been around any. Is the radiator "shell" and front headlight panels the same on a RD as they are on a DM? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33278-rd-steel-nose/#findComment-213498 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timothy Maikshilo Posted October 27, 2013 Author Share Posted October 27, 2013 always wanted one of those steel nose single axle R models. Town of Martinsburg Ny had 2 or 3 of them and one that was cherry along with a cherry B68 tandem axle about 12-15 years ago, last I knew they only used both trucks to haul sand in the summer and didn't see salt. both were like brand new when I saw them but they were getting rid of them because they were too old.... the B model was about a 63 and the R was an 86 or so. the B brought 5 grand I think and the r brought 7800. too much for my budget back then.Wow you would think any town truck from Up State would be rust when they got rid of them. Getting harder to find the "Flintstones" style trucks. I'm going back tomorrow for a test drive.Here's a dumb question,but I've never been around any. Is the radiator "shell" and front headlight panels the same on a RD as they are on a DM?Mike, I believe the radiator shell is the same and the panels on the steel nose DM's and R's are the same.Whats it got for a drive train?Vinny, it has a 237 and a 10 speed. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33278-rd-steel-nose/#findComment-213515 Share on other sites More sharing options...
countryboy5487 Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 How much are they asking tim Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33278-rd-steel-nose/#findComment-213527 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Ditchkus Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 Looks good. The Penna. Turnpike had many of them in years past.The one Tim is looking at has good specs,the Turnpike ones had the Scania Engine. There is still one at the Quarry I work at Pennsy Supply Pittston,Pa. They use it to salt the main road and plow.Joe D. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33278-rd-steel-nose/#findComment-213528 Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 Here's a dumb question,but I've never been around any. Is the radiator "shell" and front headlight panels the same on a RD as they are on a DM?Mike , I think they are all the same with the exception of the RD800 that has six horizontal bars. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33278-rd-steel-nose/#findComment-213540 Share on other sites More sharing options...
RFCDrum Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 Wow you would think any town truck from Up State would be rust when they got rid of them. Getting harder to find the "Flintstones" style trucks. I'm going back tomorrow for a test drive.Mike, I believe the radiator shell is the same and the panels on the steel nose DM's and R's are the same.Vinny, it has a 237 and a 10 speed.I like it what are you going to do with it? You haven't even worked on the Superdog yet. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33278-rd-steel-nose/#findComment-213582 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lmackattack Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 Why did they continue to build steel nosed r models after fiberglass became much more popular? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33278-rd-steel-nose/#findComment-213608 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bulldog man Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 I know a few loggers that liked the Flintstone R & DM Macks over the fiberglass hoods . Quote You Cant Fix Stupid. But You Can Numb It With A Sledgehammer. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33278-rd-steel-nose/#findComment-213611 Share on other sites More sharing options...
countryboy5487 Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 I prefer the steel noses. Id like to one day to convert my dm to a steel snout Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33278-rd-steel-nose/#findComment-213614 Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 Why did they continue to build steel nosed r models after fiberglass became much more popular?Main reason was engine access with a plow frame mounted on the front. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33278-rd-steel-nose/#findComment-213622 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superdog Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 I prefer the steel noses. Id like to one day to convert my dm to a steel snoutI have the front end with a radiator,and I think just the left fender for a DM600. also have at least 2 maybe 3 steel hoods. If you or anyone else is interested,let me know. also have a steel dash DM cab with the steel hood cowl brackets that was sandblasted and primed several years ago.has some rust but very workable. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33278-rd-steel-nose/#findComment-213635 Share on other sites More sharing options...
RFCDrum Posted October 27, 2013 Share Posted October 27, 2013 I prefer the steel noses. Id like to one day to convert my dm to a steel snoutI knew somebody who converted a steel hood DM 600 to a fiberglass DM 690. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33278-rd-steel-nose/#findComment-213641 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lmackattack Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 If i was in the snow plow buisness I would personally rather have a fiberglass hood r model with the side access panels. Less rust issues and light weight. Not to mention when the plow is off its better access to the engine. Always wondered why peoplem kept buying steel hoods after the fiberglass hoods became standard. Wisconsin dot had a lot of sloped hood rd Mack's with this set up and they seam like they way to go in my book.. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33278-rd-steel-nose/#findComment-213665 Share on other sites More sharing options...
2stacksuperdog Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 Ive heard rumors from a couple people that the steel noses were lighter then the fiberglass dont seem right. i personally like the look of steel noses. All the trucks around here are half steel and the other fiberglass with the flip openings. Most of the 80s and up truck are fiberglass. Quote Matt Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33278-rd-steel-nose/#findComment-213668 Share on other sites More sharing options...
countryboy5487 Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 The fiberglass does have good access but doesnt the fenders flip foward just like the 800's Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33278-rd-steel-nose/#findComment-213701 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timothy Maikshilo Posted October 28, 2013 Author Share Posted October 28, 2013 How much are they asking timThey are asking 7500.00 Overall not in bad shape. We'll see tomorrow.I like it what are you going to do with it? You haven't even worked on the Superdog yet. Ya Ya Rob! Don't spoil my fun! I have worked the Superdog but my job gets in the way! Need a small dump for filling the wood chuck holes in my fields Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33278-rd-steel-nose/#findComment-213706 Share on other sites More sharing options...
countryboy5487 Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 Doesnt seem to vad if its in good shape and is a mack engine. I think thatd be to much if it had the scania or a 3208 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33278-rd-steel-nose/#findComment-213710 Share on other sites More sharing options...
41chevy Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 The fiberglass does have good access but doesnt the fenders flip foward just like the 800'sFenders hinge forward and as for weight the steel nose is actually a bit lighter. The big draw back is unbolting the cab end of the fenders, to tip them, 4 bolts in each side. TMore time than just 2 latches and tilt the whole nose. Quote "OPERTUNITY IS MISSED BY MOST PEOPLE BECAUSE IT IS DRESSED IN OVERALLS AND LOOKS LIKE WORK" Thomas Edison “Life’s journey is not to arrive at the grave safely, in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting ‘Holy shit, what a ride!’” P.T.CHESHIRE Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33278-rd-steel-nose/#findComment-213714 Share on other sites More sharing options...
countryboy5487 Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 Ok i thought so. Ohh didnt know there were that many bolts i figured four total. But as often as i run mine it would be do me fine. Plus i love the steel snout look. And does it matter its a lil harder to get to the engine? Its a mack shouldnt need to access the engine more than to check oil unlike the brand x trucks :-DEric Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33278-rd-steel-nose/#findComment-213722 Share on other sites More sharing options...
41chevy Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 I think the later models wend down to 6 on the hardware count . Steel nose to me says MACK! 2 Quote "OPERTUNITY IS MISSED BY MOST PEOPLE BECAUSE IT IS DRESSED IN OVERALLS AND LOOKS LIKE WORK" Thomas Edison “Life’s journey is not to arrive at the grave safely, in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting ‘Holy shit, what a ride!’” P.T.CHESHIRE Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33278-rd-steel-nose/#findComment-213738 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timothy Maikshilo Posted October 28, 2013 Author Share Posted October 28, 2013 Went and drove the Flintstone around this afternoon. Ten speed and geared high. Damn truck moves right out! Front pump and the dump goes up and down very nicecab is clean but as you see, rockers and floor will need attention soon, a good sand blast and paint. Talk to the wise half tonight about it 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33278-rd-steel-nose/#findComment-213757 Share on other sites More sharing options...
superc3 Posted October 28, 2013 Share Posted October 28, 2013 the radiator shell & head light panels are not the same on a dm as the rd , i found out the hard way, now i have a real good set of head light panels. so i fixed my dm ones. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/33278-rd-steel-nose/#findComment-213768 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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