Popular Post 68-f-model Posted October 31, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted October 31, 2014 I have been playing with my friends u-model dump truck long enough to decide I needed my own Mack.I found this one in mississippi and had it shipped up to michigan. Now the fun begins.A few simple questions to get me in the right direction:- Are the R and F model doors and side windows interchangeable? (need a drivers side )- Has any one added a aftercooler to an F- model 237?- Can you run a wider tire on the front of an f-model or does it rubb? I am thinking of a better step- Should I swap to 10r22.5 or 11r22.5 tires as the original 10.00r20s are very rotted and i have never liked the two piece rims?- Does anyone have a parts f-model with a complete power steering set up?now to squeeze it into the barn before the snow flies.Thanks 8 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/37564-new-to-the-mack-world/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
doubleclutchinweasel Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 Welcome to the world of Dogs!There are lots of parts interchangeable between F, R, & U models. The F & R doors are the same. So is the RH U door.Frames are also the same between lots of those. So, power steering components can come from those same models. I have a document somewhere which tells which air compressors and pumps can be used.11R22.5 rims & tires will fit the spiders that came with 10.00-20s.More to come... Quote "Eagles may soar, but weasels don't get sucked into jet engines." Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/37564-new-to-the-mack-world/#findComment-265084 Share on other sites More sharing options...
39 Baby Mack Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 Your "F" model is an early one, steel dash- torsion bar cab.The doors are basically the same, however at some point in time the door locks were changed.Not trying to throw a monkey wrench in here, just be aware that they are not all the same.They might be able to be modified (change the lock in the newer door to the older style) to fit the striker on the old cab.I never tried it.Ron 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/37564-new-to-the-mack-world/#findComment-265087 Share on other sites More sharing options...
doubleclutchinweasel Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 LOTS of discussions on here about the door differences!!!The difference in the door SHELL is just the hole for the lock. Quote "Eagles may soar, but weasels don't get sucked into jet engines." Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/37564-new-to-the-mack-world/#findComment-265089 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobby j Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 Welcome and nice find you lucky dog..........bobby j. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/37564-new-to-the-mack-world/#findComment-265091 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joseph Moody Jr Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 Welcome to BMT and good luck with you project Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/37564-new-to-the-mack-world/#findComment-265096 Share on other sites More sharing options...
2stacksuperdog Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 Any pics of the U-model? 1 Quote Matt Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/37564-new-to-the-mack-world/#findComment-265097 Share on other sites More sharing options...
doubleclutchinweasel Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 Any pics of the U-model?That you, Vinny?Sorry, 'Dog! Couldn't help myself! 2 Quote "Eagles may soar, but weasels don't get sucked into jet engines." Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/37564-new-to-the-mack-world/#findComment-265098 Share on other sites More sharing options...
umodelnut Posted October 31, 2014 Share Posted October 31, 2014 Yeah any pictures of the U? I love U's. Nice F you got too. Looks like a nice project. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/37564-new-to-the-mack-world/#findComment-265102 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Superdog Posted November 1, 2014 Share Posted November 1, 2014 I saw that on Craigslist,looked like a good one,congrats on your purchase. I have several old rusty steel dash F cabs for parts if you need anything. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/37564-new-to-the-mack-world/#findComment-265104 Share on other sites More sharing options...
85snowdog Posted November 1, 2014 Share Posted November 1, 2014 congrats on the new F. Looks great!Keith Quote Keith Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/37564-new-to-the-mack-world/#findComment-265137 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NY-B61 Posted November 1, 2014 Share Posted November 1, 2014 Nice looking rig! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/37564-new-to-the-mack-world/#findComment-265140 Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmer52 Posted November 1, 2014 Share Posted November 1, 2014 Welcome to BMT and nice F!Cue THE video for Mike69mackman! Quote Ken PRR Country and Charter member of the "Mack Pack" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/37564-new-to-the-mack-world/#findComment-265141 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsmackpaul Posted November 1, 2014 Share Posted November 1, 2014 mate gotta love that now the fun begins Paul Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/37564-new-to-the-mack-world/#findComment-265179 Share on other sites More sharing options...
gearhead204 Posted November 1, 2014 Share Posted November 1, 2014 welcome to the kennel ! lots of vets on hand to diagnose any ailment that a dog may have. That F should be a nice project. enjoy! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/37564-new-to-the-mack-world/#findComment-265184 Share on other sites More sharing options...
slpwlker Posted November 2, 2014 Share Posted November 2, 2014 Welcome to the jungle Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/37564-new-to-the-mack-world/#findComment-265275 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Superdog Posted November 2, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted November 2, 2014 I just about called on that F,thought it would make a good companion to this one I got from Jake this summer. 3 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/37564-new-to-the-mack-world/#findComment-265279 Share on other sites More sharing options...
68-f-model Posted November 2, 2014 Author Share Posted November 2, 2014 Thanks for the warm welcome. The old dog fired up and drove off the low boy despite being 29 degrees and snowing , no ether required. Things look to be off to a good start. Superdog. I might have to take you up on the parts , just need the time toactually get into really giving the truck a good going overSo far just the drivers door glass is needed. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/37564-new-to-the-mack-world/#findComment-265347 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vladislav Posted November 2, 2014 Share Posted November 2, 2014 Nice looking rig, seems solid.Congrats on the purchase and welcome!Vlad Quote Никогда не бывает слишком много грузовиков! leversole 11.2012 Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/37564-new-to-the-mack-world/#findComment-265352 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted November 2, 2014 Share Posted November 2, 2014 wow that thing looks pretty clean,,,good luck with it,,and have a ball welcome aboard...bob Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/37564-new-to-the-mack-world/#findComment-265364 Share on other sites More sharing options...
farmer52 Posted November 2, 2014 Share Posted November 2, 2014 I might be able to help with the glass. Sent you a PM. Quote Ken PRR Country and Charter member of the "Mack Pack" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/37564-new-to-the-mack-world/#findComment-265403 Share on other sites More sharing options...
slpwlker Posted November 2, 2014 Share Posted November 2, 2014 Hell not that far from you in Byron Center/ Grand Rapids area. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/37564-new-to-the-mack-world/#findComment-265409 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoshPhelps Posted November 23, 2014 Share Posted November 23, 2014 Congrats and welcome! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/37564-new-to-the-mack-world/#findComment-267790 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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