Popular Post 68-f-model Posted November 16, 2015 Popular Post Share Posted November 16, 2015 I have been dying to take the F model for a road test. So yesterday I finally gave in and figured it might as well be a productive burning of fuel. So I piled on a few fire wood logs to take over to my uncles and went off into the sun. Got about 30 miles round trip and zero issues. Life is good. Don't beat me up over the ratchet strap tie downs it is what I had since my chains and binders haven't arrived yet. 12 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42690-couldnt-help-myself/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
1958 F.W.D. Posted November 16, 2015 Share Posted November 16, 2015 Don't beat me up over the ratchet strap tie downs it is what I had since my chains and binders haven't arrive yet.It's not us you have to worry about.....(ok maybe a little.) It's the DOT man and that black, leather-bound binder that he carries with him that would have made me think twice before I left the yard with that load. They DO occasionally roam country roads....Also here in Pa. local cops have DOT officers that can, have and will continue to pull guys over on back roads, inspect, red-tag and fine you......Just sayin. Quote TWO STROKES ARE FOR GARDEN TOOLS Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42690-couldnt-help-myself/#findComment-311679 Share on other sites More sharing options...
1958 F.W.D. Posted November 16, 2015 Share Posted November 16, 2015 Glad she ran good by the way. What engine/trans? Quote TWO STROKES ARE FOR GARDEN TOOLS Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42690-couldnt-help-myself/#findComment-311680 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timothy Maikshilo Posted November 16, 2015 Share Posted November 16, 2015 Great to see it hooked to a load and working. Love the front tires! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42690-couldnt-help-myself/#findComment-311681 Share on other sites More sharing options...
seyser Posted November 16, 2015 Share Posted November 16, 2015 Looks good! What brand of lowboy is that? Lacrosse? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42690-couldnt-help-myself/#findComment-311682 Share on other sites More sharing options...
68-f-model Posted November 16, 2015 Author Share Posted November 16, 2015 I was worried about the DOT. But considering Michigan has had a decreasing number of police in the last few years I figured the odds were minimal that I would bump into one. I stayed on the way way back roads and only did about 35 mph. The larger issue was my apparent lack of ability to shift smoothly, it was down right embarrassing.It has a 237 turbo and a 5 speed. The wide front tires make a handy step for getting in and out.I need to get the cab and trailer sand blasted now so I can paint them and look presentable (less of a magnet for the law). 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42690-couldnt-help-myself/#findComment-311683 Share on other sites More sharing options...
TeamsterGrrrl Posted November 16, 2015 Share Posted November 16, 2015 Cops woulda had a field day with that rig, probably place the whole mess OOS. Probably tow and impound it too, assuming they could find a tow operator that would touch it, given that the tow bill would probably exceed the rig and load's value. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42690-couldnt-help-myself/#findComment-311684 Share on other sites More sharing options...
68-f-model Posted November 16, 2015 Author Share Posted November 16, 2015 The trailer was made by Transport Trailers Inc made in Cedar Rapids Iowa. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42690-couldnt-help-myself/#findComment-311687 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post mrsmackpaul Posted November 16, 2015 Popular Post Share Posted November 16, 2015 mate I wouldnt worry about all the naysayers out there you went out and had some thats more than most people do on their weekends good for you You got the super singles donuts up front shes got the patina look going on ( we call it still in her working clothes out here ) most of these jokers would be jealous they werent along for the fun and games You keep on keeping the dream alive there Paul 3 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42690-couldnt-help-myself/#findComment-311719 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted November 16, 2015 Share Posted November 16, 2015 looks pretty good,,,, good luck... further than my DM go,s up and down the driveway sometimes lol.bob.. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42690-couldnt-help-myself/#findComment-311728 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenGiant2 Posted November 16, 2015 Share Posted November 16, 2015 Looks good If you could only see some of the stuff I've done. It's mind over matter. If you don't mind it don't matter. 2 Quote We the unwilling, Lead by the unqualified, are doing the impossible, for the ungrateful. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42690-couldnt-help-myself/#findComment-311747 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Timothy Maikshilo Posted November 16, 2015 Share Posted November 16, 2015 Here in Vermont a farmer does not have to reg a truck but it has to be insured and does not need to be inspected but inspectable. Pretty nice rule for the farmers! 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42690-couldnt-help-myself/#findComment-311755 Share on other sites More sharing options...
RowdyRebel Posted November 17, 2015 Share Posted November 17, 2015 Farmers tend to vote in greater numbers than truck drivers. They also talk to each other more, and are around to give their reps an earful at townhall meetings as well as at their office. It is no surprise they get the carve-outs and exemptions that they do compared to the average run-of-the-mill OTR operation. Quote When approaching a 4-way stop, the vehicle with the biggest tires has the right of way! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/42690-couldnt-help-myself/#findComment-311865 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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