Popular Post Prowrench Posted April 18, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted April 18, 2020 1970 Autocar Cummins 335 Roadranger 13 and Hendrickson suspension Holmes 750 extended boom Just bought it today only pulled out of service in January of 2019 because owner retired. The owner who is 81 was forced to retire because he has extreme difficulty getting in and out of the truck since he broke his neck at age 79.He's a tough old dude and a pleasant man to converse with. 17 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62120-1970-autocar-holmes-750/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
alex g Posted April 18, 2020 Share Posted April 18, 2020 What a excellent buy and a great story 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62120-1970-autocar-holmes-750/#findComment-449104 Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlotpilot Posted April 18, 2020 Share Posted April 18, 2020 (edited) looks like a homer to me. what are your plans for it? AMAZING A 1970 WITHOUT A BENT BUMPER OR BASHED UP FENDERS Edited April 18, 2020 by carlotpilot 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62120-1970-autocar-holmes-750/#findComment-449108 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quickfarms Posted April 18, 2020 Share Posted April 18, 2020 looks like a homer to me. what are your plans for it? AMAZING A 1970 WITHOUT A BENT BUMPER OR BASHED UP FENDERSLook at the passenger side fender and passenger side corner of the front bumper, something is missing Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62120-1970-autocar-holmes-750/#findComment-449116 Share on other sites More sharing options...
storkmack Posted April 18, 2020 Share Posted April 18, 2020 We have used them a time or two. They have a GMC General also 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62120-1970-autocar-holmes-750/#findComment-449130 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullheaded Posted April 18, 2020 Share Posted April 18, 2020 That's a good looking truck! 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62120-1970-autocar-holmes-750/#findComment-449134 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prowrench Posted April 21, 2020 Author Share Posted April 21, 2020 On 4/17/2020 at 10:13 PM, carlotpilot said: looks like a homer to me. what are your plans for it? AMAZING A 1970 WITHOUT A BENT BUMPER OR BASHED UP FENDERS restoration project Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62120-1970-autocar-holmes-750/#findComment-449357 Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlotpilot Posted April 21, 2020 Share Posted April 21, 2020 53 minutes ago, Prowrench said: restoration project that one should be a breeze Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62120-1970-autocar-holmes-750/#findComment-449364 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prowrench Posted April 21, 2020 Author Share Posted April 21, 2020 20 hours ago, carlotpilot said: that one should be a breeze Yah easy peasy no problem I got this haha the cab needs a lot of work the wrecker is all there and had been taken care of only needs the body repaired or I might just make an entirely new body I do have a line on a couple of cabs. but working on these old trucks of mine is always relaxing and enjoyable Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62120-1970-autocar-holmes-750/#findComment-449426 Share on other sites More sharing options...
carlotpilot Posted April 22, 2020 Share Posted April 22, 2020 (edited) 1 hour ago, Prowrench said: Yah easy peasy no problem I got this haha the cab needs a lot of work the wrecker is all there and had been taken care of only needs the body repaired or I might just make an entirely new body I do have a line on a couple of cabs. but working on these old trucks of mine is always relaxing and enjoyable if you should come across a usable cab for less than a small fortune that you don`nt need let me know will you? I have a really rough ac that I hope to do smething with--------- or parts of Edited April 22, 2020 by carlotpilot Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62120-1970-autocar-holmes-750/#findComment-449433 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prowrench Posted April 23, 2020 Author Share Posted April 23, 2020 23 hours ago, carlotpilot said: if you should come across a usable cab for less than a small fortune that you don`nt need let me know will you? I have a really rough ac that I hope to do smething with--------- or parts of I certainly will Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62120-1970-autocar-holmes-750/#findComment-449513 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted April 27, 2020 Share Posted April 27, 2020 man that thing looks really clean,,,also looks older that 70.....have a ball with it,,,bob 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62120-1970-autocar-holmes-750/#findComment-449807 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prowrench Posted April 27, 2020 Author Share Posted April 27, 2020 5 hours ago, mowerman said: man that thing looks really clean,,,also looks older that 70.....have a ball with it,,,bob The cab is in very poor condition and the wrecker body is in bad shape but the wrecker itself is in really good shape nothing worn out ,bent, broken or missing. I found a good one that's for sure Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62120-1970-autocar-holmes-750/#findComment-449839 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chuck P Posted May 6, 2020 Share Posted May 6, 2020 I always liked the looks of the A64F. You don't see many around. BTW, that's a pretty stout Donaldson breather on that thing! Good luck with it and show us some progress pics. 1 Quote "If it's all the sime to you... I'll droyve that tankah" Max Rockatansky (The Road Warrior) Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62120-1970-autocar-holmes-750/#findComment-450519 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whiskymack Posted September 6, 2020 Share Posted September 6, 2020 On 4/18/2020 at 2:57 AM, Prowrench said: 1970 Autocar Cummins 335 Roadranger 13 and Hendrickson suspension Holmes 750 extended boom Just bought it today only pulled out of service in January of 2019 because owner retired. The owner who is 81 was forced to retire because he has extreme difficulty getting in and out of the truck since he broke his neck at age 79.He's a tough old dude and a pleasant man to converse with. Great looking truck and a nice project to get into.. These are my favourite Autocars. I have one on my list of to do model projects. I have already 3D printed a hood for it but have got a bit hung up on how the front end goes together. Would you be able to take some pics with the hood up? I'm trying to get a look at the frame horns and Radiator mounting but there are so few of these around now that getting any detai is almost impossible. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62120-1970-autocar-holmes-750/#findComment-460221 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prowrench Posted September 7, 2020 Author Share Posted September 7, 2020 12 hours ago, Whiskymack said: Great looking truck and a nice project to get into.. These are my favourite Autocars. I have one on my list of to do model projects. I have already 3D printed a hood for it but have got a bit hung up on how the front end goes together. Would you be able to take some pics with the hood up? I'm trying to get a look at the frame horns and Radiator mounting but there are so few of these around now that getting any detai is almost impossible. I will get some pictures next time I am playing with the truck. The fenders on that truck are bolted to the hood, nice feature to expedite repairs and keep cost down. designed back when turning a profit wasn't the only consideration of manufacturers. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62120-1970-autocar-holmes-750/#findComment-460345 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whiskymack Posted September 7, 2020 Share Posted September 7, 2020 Thanks. That would be great. As well as being practical and designed to last trucks also had character back then. They all look a bit the same now, like big cars! Looking forward to the pics but no hurry. I've got several Macks on the bench still! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62120-1970-autocar-holmes-750/#findComment-460387 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prowrench Posted September 10, 2020 Author Share Posted September 10, 2020 On 9/6/2020 at 8:34 AM, Whiskymack said: Great looking truck and a nice project to get into.. These are my favourite Autocars. I have one on my list of to do model projects. I have already 3D printed a hood for it but have got a bit hung up on how the front end goes together. Would you be able to take some pics with the hood up? I'm trying to get a look at the frame horns and Radiator mounting but there are so few of these around now that getting any detai is almost impossible. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62120-1970-autocar-holmes-750/#findComment-460535 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prowrench Posted September 10, 2020 Author Share Posted September 10, 2020 On 9/7/2020 at 2:06 PM, Whiskymack said: Thanks. That would be great. As well as being practical and designed to last trucks also had character back then. They all look a bit the same now, like big cars! Looking forward to the pics but no hurry. I've got several Macks on the bench still! here's a few pics of the frame horn and hinges Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62120-1970-autocar-holmes-750/#findComment-460536 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whiskymack Posted September 10, 2020 Share Posted September 10, 2020 14 hours ago, Prowrench said: here's a few pics of the frame horn and hinges Thank you very much for the terrific pictures. That's just the kind of detail I wanted to get a look at. If it's not too much trouble would you be able to get two or three more showing the first couple of feet of the frame from both sides and the radiator? That would give me a clear idea of how it all fits together. Also, Is that an aluminium frame? Many thanks. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62120-1970-autocar-holmes-750/#findComment-460588 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prowrench Posted September 10, 2020 Author Share Posted September 10, 2020 aluminum frame all straight from front to back, I will try and get some more pictures tomorrow, glad I can help Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62120-1970-autocar-holmes-750/#findComment-460590 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted September 20, 2020 Share Posted September 20, 2020 I’m sure you will have your hands busy but it’s all fun... bob Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62120-1970-autocar-holmes-750/#findComment-461097 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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