CaptainCrutch Posted February 19, 2020 Share Posted February 19, 2020 Looks like a sweet project! Can't wait to see it at shows in the upcoming future... Quote Who needs a back yard when you could have a Yard?! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/59540-my-latest-project-2001-mack-rd688sx-tractor/page/2/#findComment-443218 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeff20878 Posted February 19, 2020 Author Share Posted February 19, 2020 (edited) Thanks for rotating!...I'll try 41chevy's advice for next time. Edited February 19, 2020 by jeff20878 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/59540-my-latest-project-2001-mack-rd688sx-tractor/page/2/#findComment-443252 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeff20878 Posted March 28, 2020 Author Share Posted March 28, 2020 OK More updates...all new spoke wheels (got 4 of the last 6 Mack has..I guess this is end of the spoke era?), brake drums, brake shoes, air cans, cam bushings, wheels bearings and seals, etc. Just waiting on the tires and rims to arrive so we can set the height for the new fifth wheel and new rear fenders. P.S. As usual, I cannot get these pics rotated correctly..if someone could do that, I'd certainly be thankful! Jeff... Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/59540-my-latest-project-2001-mack-rd688sx-tractor/page/2/#findComment-447004 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post jeff20878 Posted March 28, 2020 Author Popular Post Share Posted March 28, 2020 3 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/59540-my-latest-project-2001-mack-rd688sx-tractor/page/2/#findComment-447006 Share on other sites More sharing options...
85snowdog Posted March 28, 2020 Share Posted March 28, 2020 looks amazing ! Great job. 2 Quote Keith Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/59540-my-latest-project-2001-mack-rd688sx-tractor/page/2/#findComment-447009 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeff20878 Posted May 9, 2020 Author Share Posted May 9, 2020 Hello All, A quick update...got the wheels and tires in...just have to mount them. Got a good deal on 10 Goodyear Workhorse MSA 12R x 24.5s...the new spoke wheels and Dayton rims were VERY hard to locate....I guess the days of the spoke wheels are coming to an end (or I'm getting too old! LOL) I'm sure someone will turn these pics for me 😉 Jeff... 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/59540-my-latest-project-2001-mack-rd688sx-tractor/page/2/#findComment-450783 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeff20878 Posted May 9, 2020 Author Share Posted May 9, 2020 I can't believe the pics are right-side up! Must be my lucky day! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/59540-my-latest-project-2001-mack-rd688sx-tractor/page/2/#findComment-450784 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenGiant2 Posted May 9, 2020 Share Posted May 9, 2020 I bet you paid about 50 bucks each for the spacers also. I had to buy 2 for my dump trailer. Dealer said they hardly sell any these days. Quote We the unwilling, Lead by the unqualified, are doing the impossible, for the ungrateful. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/59540-my-latest-project-2001-mack-rd688sx-tractor/page/2/#findComment-450791 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeff20878 Posted May 12, 2020 Author Share Posted May 12, 2020 I actually got the spacers for $4 each NOS. The guy has lots of them. For the price , I bought 8! 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/59540-my-latest-project-2001-mack-rd688sx-tractor/page/2/#findComment-451001 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mechohaulic Posted May 12, 2020 Share Posted May 12, 2020 I'm liking the clean organized shop. did notice a couple of the pics where the cutting was going on, I screwed up a mirror once while cutting and the sparks pitted the glass. always cover the mirrors or windows when sparks are flying. trucks looking real good 1 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/59540-my-latest-project-2001-mack-rd688sx-tractor/page/2/#findComment-451008 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Amos V. Posted May 13, 2020 Share Posted May 13, 2020 I have ruined many paint jobs too with the metal sparks etching itself in then rusting by not covering the cab... 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/59540-my-latest-project-2001-mack-rd688sx-tractor/page/2/#findComment-451102 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mechohaulic Posted May 18, 2020 Share Posted May 18, 2020 On 5/13/2020 at 7:49 PM, PaLawman said: I have ruined many paint jobs too with the metal sparks etching itself in then rusting by not covering the cab... always keep cardboard for coverage also , it might start burning; easier to put small smolder out that paint repair. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/59540-my-latest-project-2001-mack-rd688sx-tractor/page/2/#findComment-451441 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeff20878 Posted May 18, 2020 Author Share Posted May 18, 2020 Very good advice on the cutting/sparks...fortunately all paint and glass/mirrors are being replaced 🙂 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/59540-my-latest-project-2001-mack-rd688sx-tractor/page/2/#findComment-451444 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post jeff20878 Posted June 15, 2020 Author Popular Post Share Posted June 15, 2020 Finally! Got the tires, rims, and wheels all mounted up...new brakes, drums, wheel seals, bearings, slack adjusters, air cans, etc., etc. Now to get the fifth wheel and fenders mounted up. 3 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/59540-my-latest-project-2001-mack-rd688sx-tractor/page/2/#findComment-453447 Share on other sites More sharing options...
j hancock Posted June 16, 2020 Share Posted June 16, 2020 Lots of time and money right there. Looks Great! Quote JimIt doesn't cost anything to pay attention. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/59540-my-latest-project-2001-mack-rd688sx-tractor/page/2/#findComment-453506 Share on other sites More sharing options...
les n Posted June 19, 2020 Share Posted June 19, 2020 Mack's have a very proud presence with them , When I first saw the Iranian Macks in Yugoslavia coming up to Europe with the Trilex wheels and the big fabricated fuel tanks it was love at first sight . You will be a very proud man when she's finished . 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/59540-my-latest-project-2001-mack-rd688sx-tractor/page/2/#findComment-453729 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post jeff20878 Posted July 4, 2020 Author Popular Post Share Posted July 4, 2020 Getting her ready for the new fifth wheel - Holland air slide FW-35 3 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/59540-my-latest-project-2001-mack-rd688sx-tractor/page/2/#findComment-454870 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackey58 Posted July 5, 2020 Share Posted July 5, 2020 Man that's cool allnyhe pics of your progress keep us all informed Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/59540-my-latest-project-2001-mack-rd688sx-tractor/page/2/#findComment-455067 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post jeff20878 Posted July 23, 2020 Author Popular Post Share Posted July 23, 2020 At the paint shop!...getting a new hood and glass and then paint the hood and cab the same color as the frame. 6 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/59540-my-latest-project-2001-mack-rd688sx-tractor/page/2/#findComment-456514 Share on other sites More sharing options...
terry Posted August 10, 2020 Share Posted August 10, 2020 Love that old school green cab and red frame!!👍 terry Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/59540-my-latest-project-2001-mack-rd688sx-tractor/page/2/#findComment-458079 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeff20878 Posted August 18, 2020 Author Share Posted August 18, 2020 Christmas came early this year! LOL Below is a pic of the new aluminum headache rack with 70 gallon hydraulic tank, stop/tail/turn lights, emergency light bar, chain hangers, chain trays and jail bar window. I'm sure it will look nicer when mounted on the truck...you'll just have to wait and see ;-) Jeff... 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/59540-my-latest-project-2001-mack-rd688sx-tractor/page/2/#findComment-458893 Share on other sites More sharing options...
j hancock Posted August 18, 2020 Share Posted August 18, 2020 Sounds like you got all the bells and whistles. Nice! Quote JimIt doesn't cost anything to pay attention. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/59540-my-latest-project-2001-mack-rd688sx-tractor/page/2/#findComment-458895 Share on other sites More sharing options...
doubleclutchinweasel Posted October 22, 2020 Share Posted October 22, 2020 More?????? Quote "Eagles may soar, but weasels don't get sucked into jet engines." Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/59540-my-latest-project-2001-mack-rd688sx-tractor/page/2/#findComment-462840 Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeff20878 Posted October 22, 2020 Author Share Posted October 22, 2020 Love to post more, BUT truck is still at the paint shop...they've been buried, but they should finally be starting on it next week.... Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/59540-my-latest-project-2001-mack-rd688sx-tractor/page/2/#findComment-462848 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post jeff20878 Posted January 6, 2021 Author Popular Post Share Posted January 6, 2021 FINALLY got her into the paint shop for the cab and new hood. (and yes, I had them clean out the air intake and seal it off after this pic was taken!) 4 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/59540-my-latest-project-2001-mack-rd688sx-tractor/page/2/#findComment-466625 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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