B MODEL SPECIFICATIONS

[FUGLEY]

WHERE CAN I FIND INFORMATION ABOUT THE B MODEL TRUCKS SUCH AS WHAT DOES B72, B-68, B-67T, B-61, B-30, B-75 ETC, I WANT TO BUY A TRUCK AND CONVERT IT TO AN EVERYDAY DRIVER PICKUP. I HAVE BEEN TOLD AND READ ALOT OF CONFLICTING INFORMATION AND I AM VERY CONFUSED.

[j hancock]

If you want to make a driver pickup, you don't need to know what all the numbers mean.

There are so many B models that have been converted or have become unfinished projects on Craigslist and ebay, just pick the one you like and buy it.

[AZB755V8]

 

Conversion of a B would make for a pick-up that you would not want to drive. If you want a B pick-up the best way is to re-cab a 3/4 or 1 ton current model. Ride, Stereo, A/C, Power Steering, Shifting and maintenance are all issues. It sounds like fun but have you ever driven a B for 200-300 miles straight? You will know what I am talking about if you have, It is not fun after the 3rd hour and you just what to get there. If you are hard-core like some of us a real B, original or restored, is the only way to go.

 

2 hours ago, j hancock said:

If you want to make a driver pickup, you don't need to know what all the numbers mean.

There are so many B models that have been converted or have become unfinished projects on Craigslist and ebay, just pick the one you like and buy it.

There are finished and unfinished B projects out there. Find a few and ask those Guys why they are selling them before jumping in and be one of them.

[eddeere]

Two books Mack  Model B 1953-1966 volume 1&2  photo archive by Thomas E. Warth  may be of some help.

[Phase 1]

 

Go to BMT Wiki in the tool bar at top, then Antique and Classic Mack Info. 

 

Edited March 29, 2016 by Phase 1

[Freightrain]

Typically all those numbers are for is weight ratings.  The bigger the number, the heavier the truck.  The cabs are basically either a B or L cab.  The hood is wide or narrow.  Pick one you like and put it on a late model 3/4 ton chassis.