BKrois Posted September 13, 2005 Share Posted September 13, 2005 Around 3 weeks ago i bought a 1967 Mack R611T 6 wheeler tractor with a 673T, Quadbox, 29k lb rear and a wet system. When i was a kid i used to drive by the companies yard on I-95 and see all the trucks lined up. The company had probably 20 trucks, mainly Macks with probably half of them being B models. The opportunity came to purchase this truck and i jumped at it, one of the reasons being their is no rot on the truck and almost no rust.So far i've changed the fuel filters and steamcleaned the frame and rearend. This weekend i'm going to be putting maxi/spring brakes on the truck.Here is a photo of the truck as it sits. I'll update this thread with progress photos. Quote BryanMy Photo Albums Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/361-mack-r-model-refurb/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
BKrois Posted September 13, 2005 Author Share Posted September 13, 2005 Another photo Quote BryanMy Photo Albums Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/361-mack-r-model-refurb/#findComment-1575 Share on other sites More sharing options...
DGioMack Posted September 13, 2005 Share Posted September 13, 2005 That's a nice little truck! Good luck with it! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/361-mack-r-model-refurb/#findComment-1576 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barry Posted September 14, 2005 Share Posted September 14, 2005 Nice looking R you got there! Looks pretty clean! Quote Barry - Watt's Truck Center Parts Manager and BMT Webmaster...1-888-304-MACK Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/361-mack-r-model-refurb/#findComment-1577 Share on other sites More sharing options...
roadusercharges Posted September 14, 2005 Share Posted September 14, 2005 An oldie but a goodie, dont forget a set of stainless steel rear mudguards.look forward to the improvements. Nigel Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/361-mack-r-model-refurb/#findComment-1582 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freightrain Posted September 15, 2005 Share Posted September 15, 2005 Great find. Looks like X-roadway colors? Quote Larry 1959 B61 Liv'n Large...................... Charter member of the "MACK PACK" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/361-mack-r-model-refurb/#findComment-1603 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BKrois Posted September 16, 2005 Author Share Posted September 16, 2005 Great find. Looks like X-roadway colors?←Believe it or not this was company colors, it was a small local company and i guess probably the only one with the color scheme. Its different how they don't follow the lines on the nose where they split the colors, i've never really seen others done like that, which is why i'll probably leave the colors as they are when i get it repainted. Quote BryanMy Photo Albums Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/361-mack-r-model-refurb/#findComment-1620 Share on other sites More sharing options...
scott Posted September 16, 2005 Share Posted September 16, 2005 brian, i still have that visor on the shelf if you're interested. i hope you still have time for your photo albums. i always look forward for your latest pictures. scott Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/361-mack-r-model-refurb/#findComment-1626 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BKrois Posted January 24, 2006 Author Share Posted January 24, 2006 I'm still not sure what i'm going to do with the truck as of yet. If anyone is interested in the truck, send me an email, i might part with the truck. Its currently located near Bridgeport, Connecticut. Quote BryanMy Photo Albums Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/361-mack-r-model-refurb/#findComment-3562 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freightrain Posted January 24, 2006 Share Posted January 24, 2006 Where did I read a post about someone looking for a truck like this? Or am I cornfuzed about something? Quote Larry 1959 B61 Liv'n Large...................... Charter member of the "MACK PACK" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/361-mack-r-model-refurb/#findComment-3567 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Cummings Posted January 24, 2006 Share Posted January 24, 2006 Yeah Old Red posted that he was looking for this truck or one just like it. Seems kind of funny because I read that a few days ago. He even posted a picture.Joe Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/361-mack-r-model-refurb/#findComment-3570 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rsmartyn Posted January 25, 2006 Share Posted January 25, 2006 Around 3 weeks ago i bought a 1967 Mack R611T 6 wheeler tractor with a 673T, Quadbox, 29k lb rear and a wet system. When i was a kid i used to drive by the companies yard on I-95 and see all the trucks lined up. The company had probably 20 trucks, mainly Macks with probably half of them being B models. The opportunity came to purchase this truck and i jumped at it, one of the reasons being their is no rot on the truck and almost no rust.So far i've changed the fuel filters and steamcleaned the frame and rearend. This weekend i'm going to be putting maxi/spring brakes on the truck.Here is a photo of the truck as it sits. I'll update this thread with progress photos.Looks like you've got something really nice to work with, good luck. AAA trucking? Looks like their colors and specked out like the tractors they had. They used to rebuild their B models over and over at their yard near Trenton NJ. Quote Ain't a Mack? Take it back! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/361-mack-r-model-refurb/#findComment-3576 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ken1946@rcn.com Posted January 25, 2006 Share Posted January 25, 2006 Around 3 weeks ago i bought a 1967 Mack R611T 6 wheeler tractor with a 673T, Quadbox, 29k lb rear and a wet system. When i was a kid i used to drive by the companies yard on I-95 and see all the trucks lined up. The company had probably 20 trucks, mainly Macks with probably half of them being B models. The opportunity came to purchase this truck and i jumped at it, one of the reasons being their is no rot on the truck and almost no rust.So far i've changed the fuel filters and steamcleaned the frame and rearend. This weekend i'm going to be putting maxi/spring brakes on the truck.Here is a photo of the truck as it sits. I'll update this thread with progress photos.Some information if you please. As I understand it, maxis are the spring loaded pressure off parking brake actuators. What type of parking brakes are on this unit as built?Thanks Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/361-mack-r-model-refurb/#findComment-3580 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joe Cummings Posted January 25, 2006 Share Posted January 25, 2006 Looks like you've got something really nice to work with, good luck. AAA trucking? Looks like their colors and specked out like the tractors they had. They used to rebuild their B models over and over at their yard near Trenton NJ.I remember AAA rebuilding trucks back in the day. It seems like nobody does that anymore. Acme Markets used to rebuild their R and U Models by putting a Pedigree engine in, tearing down the trans and rears and at least new bearings and seals, and a new cab. I think at the time the Pedigree cost about $6,500 and the Cab was $7,000 and change. Seemed like a pretty good deal back then. I guess nobody can find mechanics to do that kind of stuff anymore.Joe Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/361-mack-r-model-refurb/#findComment-3581 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old_Red Posted January 25, 2006 Share Posted January 25, 2006 WOW I put up a post with a truck thats the same or one just like it. Id be real interested in it. I have been trying to find a Mack like that and id like to have it to fix up. Let me know if you will part with it. THANKS Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/361-mack-r-model-refurb/#findComment-3583 Share on other sites More sharing options...
rsmartyn Posted January 26, 2006 Share Posted January 26, 2006 I remember AAA rebuilding trucks back in the day. It seems like nobody does that anymore. Acme Markets used to rebuild their R and U Models by putting a Pedigree engine in, tearing down the trans and rears and at least new bearings and seals, and a new cab. I think at the time the Pedigree cost about $6,500 and the Cab was $7,000 and change. Seemed like a pretty good deal back then. I guess nobody can find mechanics to do that kind of stuff anymore.JoeHi Joe, I can't help but wonder whether it's a lack of mechanics or the economics or whether the new stuff just isn't worth rebuilding. RS Martyn Quote Ain't a Mack? Take it back! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/361-mack-r-model-refurb/#findComment-3608 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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