Popular Post LRSIMON Posted October 4, 2016 Popular Post Share Posted October 4, 2016 Hi All, I am new to the Mack family. My dad just got a Mack truck model LJT. Forgive my ignorance on the subject as I am just learning. Can anyone tell me how to find out some informtion on this truck. What is the LJT distinction, is it a LT or LJ ? I would appeciate any and all information and help I can get. I am now working on the series parallel switch. Thanks in advance. 7 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/47149-1947-mack-model-ljt/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
j hancock Posted October 4, 2016 Share Posted October 4, 2016 Looks Nice! An LJT is a model LJ built as a single axle tractor which is indicated by the "T". 2 Quote JimIt doesn't cost anything to pay attention. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/47149-1947-mack-model-ljt/#findComment-347832 Share on other sites More sharing options...
maint1 Posted October 4, 2016 Share Posted October 4, 2016 Welcome, there are some good diagrams on this site if you need help on the series parallel. And plenty of good knowledgeable people to help you. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/47149-1947-mack-model-ljt/#findComment-347838 Share on other sites More sharing options...
terry Posted October 4, 2016 Share Posted October 4, 2016 Nice looking rig ! 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/47149-1947-mack-model-ljt/#findComment-347844 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mack58B42 Posted October 4, 2016 Share Posted October 4, 2016 Looks like a great find! 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/47149-1947-mack-model-ljt/#findComment-347846 Share on other sites More sharing options...
70mackMB Posted October 4, 2016 Share Posted October 4, 2016 Welcome LRSIMON, The lettering on the door - Old School Contracting- looks familiar. Hippy 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/47149-1947-mack-model-ljt/#findComment-347853 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRSIMON Posted October 5, 2016 Author Share Posted October 5, 2016 Thanks guys ! We have the old girl running if we pull it. Air brakes are working, head lights and tail light working also. If will run right down the road. It would take a real man to drive it everyday ! Pretty rough suspension and no power steering or air, ha ha. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/47149-1947-mack-model-ljt/#findComment-347877 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRSIMON Posted October 6, 2016 Author Share Posted October 6, 2016 Thanks j Hancock ! That points me in the right direction ! I am sure I will have more questions for you guys as I go along. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/47149-1947-mack-model-ljt/#findComment-347952 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRSIMON Posted October 15, 2016 Author Share Posted October 15, 2016 Ok guys I need some help. What is the correct Bulldog Hood ornament for Dad's 47 LJT ? I have had guys tell me chrome, others tell me gold and yet others say it should be brass. Is there any resources that would tell me what it should be ? I am just trying to have it with the right one. The piece it mounts to that circles the radiator opening is brass along with the piece the goes horizontal across the front below that. Any help would be appreciated. Thanks Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/47149-1947-mack-model-ljt/#findComment-348834 Share on other sites More sharing options...
j hancock Posted October 15, 2016 Share Posted October 15, 2016 Chrome with patent # 87931 on dog's chest. 1 Quote JimIt doesn't cost anything to pay attention. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/47149-1947-mack-model-ljt/#findComment-348836 Share on other sites More sharing options...
LRSIMON Posted October 15, 2016 Author Share Posted October 15, 2016 Thanks J Hancock ! That is what I got for dad. Would the piece it mounts to need to been rechromed ? I will attach a picture, maybe you could tell me what the front piece should look like. Any idea where I could get the LJT babies for the front ? I think it goes just below the Mack, maybe I am wrong. Thanks Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/47149-1947-mack-model-ljt/#findComment-348837 Share on other sites More sharing options...
j hancock Posted October 15, 2016 Share Posted October 15, 2016 The dog base and the script plate should be chrome. The "Mack" lettering would be black. LJT babies? There is a small tag for the center grill dividing bar that would say "LJ" not "LJT". That tag will have to come from another truck or John Chalmers might have the tag but he was selling out his inventory so at this point, the search is on. Quote JimIt doesn't cost anything to pay attention. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/47149-1947-mack-model-ljt/#findComment-348838 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyT Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 Awesome "horse",LR,proving once again,the Midwest is a hotbed for antique trucks in nice condition! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/47149-1947-mack-model-ljt/#findComment-348885 Share on other sites More sharing options...
41chevy Posted October 16, 2016 Share Posted October 16, 2016 Welcome. Very nice truck. With just under 14,000 made from 1940 to 1956 you should have a somewhat trouble free parts search. Quote "OPERTUNITY IS MISSED BY MOST PEOPLE BECAUSE IT IS DRESSED IN OVERALLS AND LOOKS LIKE WORK" Thomas Edison “Life’s journey is not to arrive at the grave safely, in a well preserved body, but rather to skid in sideways, totally worn out, shouting ‘Holy shit, what a ride!’” P.T.CHESHIRE Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/47149-1947-mack-model-ljt/#findComment-348891 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 Looks really good shape. Thanks for posting and good luck with it. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/47149-1947-mack-model-ljt/#findComment-350110 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOB DINGSDALE Posted October 27, 2016 Share Posted October 27, 2016 I have a LJ tag for your rad brace pm me .i would not fool around with 24 volt system .your better off going to 12 volt. all it takes is a 12 volt starter and a little rewiring to starter. two 12 volt batterys then if you have problems down the road you can jump start off a 12 volt car. I did this to my LJSWX and starts like a hot dam. same engine as yours..220 CUMMINS.I put a gold bulldog on mine because the truck is a 55 and is older than 50 years which is gold in anneverse time. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/47149-1947-mack-model-ljt/#findComment-350112 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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