jpavao1066 Posted March 7, 2014 Share Posted March 7, 2014 Hi everyone, my name is Justin. I'm 22 years old and I'm looking at buying my first old Mack and had a few questions. First off, about the truck, it's a 1966 R 600. It's in really great shape overall, it has been partially restored. The current owner began restoration but found interest in another truck so he is selling this one. I'm hopefully going to buy it, but before I do I have been trying to do my homework in finding out what I will need to do to get this truck where I want it. My biggest concern was putting tires on it. It currently has 10.00 r22s on daytons, and from what I gather these are getting more difficult to find. I'm just looking to find some good used tires, and I'm thinking I will go with a 24.5 tubeless instead. I'm just not really sure on the rim size to go with. Other than tires I will also need to replace the lights and probably the wiring which I am not too worried about, it may need a new windshield wiper valve, and the cab needs paint. The frame has been blasted/painted already, the cab has new mounts, and has been primed, and the fuel tanks have been replaced. Interior is in excellent shape, newer seat and all gauges work. Being my first truck like this if I buy it I am trying to learn as much about it as possible. My plans are to buy it and finish fixing it up, loose the 5th wheel and build a flat bed for it and use it for doing side work and enjoy having and old classic like this. Sorry about having such a long post, any input would be much appreciated! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/34949-66-r-model/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
2stacksuperdog Posted March 7, 2014 Share Posted March 7, 2014 yeah 24.5s will replace 22s. Also we need pictures Quote Matt Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/34949-66-r-model/#findComment-236234 Share on other sites More sharing options...
39 Baby Mack Posted March 7, 2014 Share Posted March 7, 2014 JustinThe correct rim size for 11R24.5's is 24.5 X 8.25 open rim.Ron Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/34949-66-r-model/#findComment-236237 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpavao1066 Posted March 8, 2014 Author Share Posted March 8, 2014 Thanks for the responses! I have a few pics of the truck, how do I post them? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/34949-66-r-model/#findComment-236248 Share on other sites More sharing options...
2stacksuperdog Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 Click more reply options and then click attach files and choose the pictures Quote Matt Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/34949-66-r-model/#findComment-236251 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post jpavao1066 Posted March 8, 2014 Author Popular Post Share Posted March 8, 2014 Here's a couple pics of the truck. For some reason the other pics I tried uploading were coming up upside down. I'll try again 11 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/34949-66-r-model/#findComment-236270 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superdog Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 good looking little R,whats it got for power? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/34949-66-r-model/#findComment-236275 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bulldogmack58 Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 LOOKS LIKE A GOOD ONE TO START WITH! MICK Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/34949-66-r-model/#findComment-236287 Share on other sites More sharing options...
umodelnut Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 Nice old R. Have fun with it! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/34949-66-r-model/#findComment-236293 Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 Great truck. As a '66 it would be one of the first R's built. What's the VIN? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/34949-66-r-model/#findComment-236296 Share on other sites More sharing options...
85snowdog Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 Nice R…..wana sell it? Quote Keith Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/34949-66-r-model/#findComment-236323 Share on other sites More sharing options...
earthmover Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 Looks clean for a '66! Good luck with it Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/34949-66-r-model/#findComment-236346 Share on other sites More sharing options...
57 bcr Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 Nice truck,Justin and ! Quote IF YOU BOUGHT IT, A TRUCK BROUGHT IT..AND WHEN YOU'RE DONE WITH IT, A TRUCK WILL HAUL IT AWAY!!! Big John Trimble,WRVA Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/34949-66-r-model/#findComment-236351 Share on other sites More sharing options...
vision386 Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 Welcome aboard! looks like a pretty clean little R! tough to find a single axle nowadays!.........................................Mark Quote Mack Truck literate. Computer illiterate. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/34949-66-r-model/#findComment-236401 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post jpavao1066 Posted March 8, 2014 Author Popular Post Share Posted March 8, 2014 Thanks for the input! As for a VIN im not sure, I havent bought the truck yet, maybe next time i stop down there i can grab it. Its got a 250 Mack with a duplex. The age was part of what really sparked my interest in the truck, along with its overall condition. I hope I can get it soon, im getting anxious to start on it! Heres a few more pics of it. 9 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/34949-66-r-model/#findComment-236407 Share on other sites More sharing options...
vision386 Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 Nice! if nothing else,get it for the dash! been a LONG time since I saw a steel dash in that good of shape! not beat up or cut up at all!.......................................Mark Quote Mack Truck literate. Computer illiterate. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/34949-66-r-model/#findComment-236411 Share on other sites More sharing options...
russoniellov Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 Great looking truck, you can't go wrong with that one, just paint the inner cab green and change the steering wheel.......... Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/34949-66-r-model/#findComment-236413 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpavao1066 Posted March 8, 2014 Author Share Posted March 8, 2014 Ya I would definitely like to re paint the dash, and I've always liked the big white steering wheels. All the gauges work as well. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/34949-66-r-model/#findComment-236422 Share on other sites More sharing options...
V8Bulldog Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 That will make you a sweet little r model..good luck! Hope you get it. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/34949-66-r-model/#findComment-236424 Share on other sites More sharing options...
doubleclutchinweasel Posted March 8, 2014 Share Posted March 8, 2014 Niiiccceee!!! Quote "Eagles may soar, but weasels don't get sucked into jet engines." Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/34949-66-r-model/#findComment-236425 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bulldog man Posted March 9, 2014 Share Posted March 9, 2014 :WELCOME:To the Kennel !! Nice looking 66 R Model Dog . Hope you get it . & I always liked the big steering wheels too esp if the dog has Armstrong Steering . Quote You Cant Fix Stupid. But You Can Numb It With A Sledgehammer. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/34949-66-r-model/#findComment-236460 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpavao1066 Posted March 16, 2014 Author Share Posted March 16, 2014 Well I just thought I would make an update and say that the truck is officially mine today I just brought it home. Very excited to get going on it, took it for a little drive at home down the road and back and it drives great! 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/34949-66-r-model/#findComment-237589 Share on other sites More sharing options...
85snowdog Posted March 16, 2014 Share Posted March 16, 2014 Congratulations, very nice truck Quote Keith Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/34949-66-r-model/#findComment-237597 Share on other sites More sharing options...
vision386 Posted March 16, 2014 Share Posted March 16, 2014 Congrats! I'm glad you were able to get the truck,getting damn hard to find a good (or any) single axle R-Model...............................Mark Quote Mack Truck literate. Computer illiterate. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/34949-66-r-model/#findComment-237612 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jpavao1066 Posted March 17, 2014 Author Share Posted March 17, 2014 Thanks I'm very happy, now to begin the restoration progress! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/34949-66-r-model/#findComment-237689 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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