Popular Post Willie dog Posted February 13, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted February 13, 2018 Got the old girl to move under it's own power for the first time in two years. Decided to move it out to give the garage a much needed cleaning up. Going to install the grill shell and headlight panels later. Almost took it down the road but it's not quite ready for it's maiden voyage yet. 18 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/52496-getting-closer/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brocky Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 Lookin' Great!! Do you have Gulf Decals for it?? Quote Brocky Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/52496-getting-closer/#findComment-391887 Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeavyGunner Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 That thing looks awesome. Good looking guard cat watching over the truck. 1 Quote The problems we face today exist because the people who work for a living are outnumbered by the people who vote for a living.The government can only "give" someone what they first take from another. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/52496-getting-closer/#findComment-391888 Share on other sites More sharing options...
h67st Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 Very nice! I see the cat is on the ground and nut under the hood. ;-)_ 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/52496-getting-closer/#findComment-391892 Share on other sites More sharing options...
j hancock Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 Awesome! 1 Quote JimIt doesn't cost anything to pay attention. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/52496-getting-closer/#findComment-391899 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackb61sx Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 That truck looks amazing, you need to do a post of pictures from where you started to the finished truck, nice work! 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/52496-getting-closer/#findComment-391906 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willie dog Posted February 13, 2018 Author Share Posted February 13, 2018 That's our cat Petie. He wanted to be in the pictures. I didn't have the heart to tell him the mascot for Mack trucks is a bulldog. 1 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/52496-getting-closer/#findComment-391908 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willie dog Posted February 13, 2018 Author Share Posted February 13, 2018 4 hours ago, h67st said: Very nice! I see the cat is on the ground and nut under the hood. ;-)_ I was using him as a wheel chock! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/52496-getting-closer/#findComment-391910 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willie dog Posted February 13, 2018 Author Share Posted February 13, 2018 5 hours ago, Brocky said: Lookin' Great!! Do you have Gulf Decals for it?? Not yet. I'm thinkingof having it hand lettered. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/52496-getting-closer/#findComment-391911 Share on other sites More sharing options...
PC68 Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 Love the color combo , looks incredible ! 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/52496-getting-closer/#findComment-391913 Share on other sites More sharing options...
41chevy Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 1 hour ago, Willie dog said: Not yet. I'm thinkingof having it hand lettered. Well worth it to be period proper. Paul 1 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/52496-getting-closer/#findComment-391917 Share on other sites More sharing options...
david wild Posted February 13, 2018 Share Posted February 13, 2018 really nice 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/52496-getting-closer/#findComment-391918 Share on other sites More sharing options...
HarryS Posted February 14, 2018 Share Posted February 14, 2018 Well done! 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/52496-getting-closer/#findComment-391936 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BERTRAM Posted February 14, 2018 Share Posted February 14, 2018 Nice job! Looks like museum quality! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/52496-getting-closer/#findComment-391939 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Willie dog Posted February 14, 2018 Author Share Posted February 14, 2018 2 hours ago, BERTRAM said: Nice job! Looks like museum quality! Thanks. It's FAR from perfect. A real Mack expert could find a ton of mistakes but I did it as best as I could. I just enjoy the process of restoration. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/52496-getting-closer/#findComment-391957 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Freightrain Posted February 14, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted February 14, 2018 ^^NO different then the rest of us. That is what is GREAT about trucks.............they are perfect no matter what you do to them. Not like the Corvette club where all the screw heads have to be turned the same way and you have points taken off for not having the original air in the tires............. (darn near true story, had a fellow at work years back that was in the local club. It was a nightmare hearing him tell of what was expected of you) You've done a fantastic job. 6 Quote Larry 1959 B61 Liv'n Large...................... Charter member of the "MACK PACK" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/52496-getting-closer/#findComment-391995 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post davehummell Posted February 14, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted February 14, 2018 My cousin is a judge for a bunch of car shows and i don't think i have the will to bring my mack to the level he expects to see on the cars he judges. A lot are trailer queens not really driven anywere. I don't care if it's not stock, trucks ended up takeing on their own personality after so many years of use and abuse. Any truck looks good to me. 5 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/52496-getting-closer/#findComment-392002 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post 41chevy Posted February 14, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted February 14, 2018 Most vehicles at big shows are over restored. Saw a 1941 Cadillac with original 700 miles and looked new, at Hersey loose because the chrome, paint and body panel fit didn't meet the AACA standards. I think the others should match the original standards. Plus they were built to drive not hide under covers. When we finished our 41 Chevy Convertible we drove it from N.Y. To PA for the 50th anniversary of the opening of the PA Pike and than Route 66 to the Fisherman's Pier in California. Even to Walmart and the grocery store. Whats the point of having it not to enjoy 3 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/52496-getting-closer/#findComment-392008 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freightrain Posted February 14, 2018 Share Posted February 14, 2018 (edited) Any judging shows are a shot in the dark. It is still upon the decision of the judge as to their interpretation of the rules/guidelines. Hopefully they are consistent on their opinion so that everyone knows what to expect. I marvel at the work people put in to those kinds of cars and dream of owning one. I just know that it will never happen because I USE my vehicles. They get dirty and scratched. Like I say, a truck show is a wide open field. Nut and bolt restorations and "Field" finds. Both get treated the same way by onlookers. Been quite a few years back, I took my '69 F100 up to the local fairgrounds for the big Ford swap meet. You could park inside the car show for free, but had to be judged. I laughed, but it beat walking from the back 40. They came around and picked it apart(like I cared). I thanked them and walked away. I have a friend with a '68(?) GT500. It has top honors, like 995 out of 1000. He can't bring it to anymore Shelby shows as it is a top winner. He worked 20 yrs restoring it and it is perfect. Edited February 14, 2018 by Freightrain Quote Larry 1959 B61 Liv'n Large...................... Charter member of the "MACK PACK" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/52496-getting-closer/#findComment-392009 Share on other sites More sharing options...
davehummell Posted February 14, 2018 Share Posted February 14, 2018 I had a 1934 vld Harley Davidson that ran and had most all the original parts.the guy i bought it from got it in the early 50's . Then the fun began 2500.00 dollar exact colors paint job 2000.00 for chrome and nickel plating ,hundreds for motor parts i saved money by doing the engine and trans in my shop. When i got done i didn't want to ride it anymore i was too scared i would wreck it so i sold it i should of left it ruff i used to ride it around the backroads. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/52496-getting-closer/#findComment-392012 Share on other sites More sharing options...
66dc75 Posted February 14, 2018 Share Posted February 14, 2018 I pretty much stopped going to car shows a long time ago, just seemed like it was just a gathering to pick apart and criticize other people's stuff. I got into truck shows and joined ATHS and ATCA about 1991, what a difference. No judging or negativity, and a whole lot more interesting. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/52496-getting-closer/#findComment-392028 Share on other sites More sharing options...
41chevy Posted February 15, 2018 Share Posted February 15, 2018 (edited) 8 hours ago, davehummell said: I had a 1934 vld Harley Davidson that ran and had most all the original parts.the guy i bought it from got it in the early 50's . Then the fun began 2500.00 dollar exact colors paint job 2000.00 for chrome and nickel plating ,hundreds for motor parts i saved money by doing the engine and trans in my shop. When i got done i didn't want to ride it anymore i was too scared i would wreck it so i sold it i should of left it ruff i used to ride it around the backroads. I have a pair of Indian Chiefs, a 52 and a 53 (close to the last made) I ride the wheels off them along with my 50 Hydra Glide. Even used my JD when I had it. Up to Laconia, to Poccano, Lime Rock even to the IGA. All restored and the 50 I went over board, white rubber pads and grips, polished cases, gold hardware. But if something happens to it, I'll fix it. I restored them to use and when I wear them out I'll do it again if I'm still alive. Same as my B Mixer, converting to AWD with a Tip Turbine 300, and converted the mixer to Hydraulic drive and it is going to work hauling concrete for all the construction on my property in Virginia. Built a 81 Camaro for a good friend, goes to get inspected once a year, other wise it sits in his garage and gets worried over. Longest ride was when I delivered it 5 miles from my house to his. Edited February 15, 2018 by 41chevy 1 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/52496-getting-closer/#findComment-392058 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Hobert62 Posted February 15, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted February 15, 2018 I always thought smashed bugs on the front end give character. 2 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/52496-getting-closer/#findComment-392103 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post 41chevy Posted February 16, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted February 16, 2018 (edited) 5 hours ago, Hobert62 said: I always thought smashed bugs on the front end give character. And every stone chip is a badge of honor. Edited February 16, 2018 by 41chevy 3 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/52496-getting-closer/#findComment-392146 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post davehummell Posted February 16, 2018 Popular Post Share Posted February 16, 2018 My b model has a 75 mile an hour paint job, at dusk on a really foggy day it almost looks ok but i really don't want to paint it then i may have to wax it and i can't lay tools all over the truck and set on the fender to work on it. 2 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/52496-getting-closer/#findComment-392150 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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