Countrylife Posted June 11, 2020 Author Share Posted June 11, 2020 46 minutes ago, j hancock said: The MH is a Mack Ultraliner. To my knowledge, it should fit fine. I might be confused, I thought the MH was fiberglass composite cab and the ultraliner was aluminum cab? If they are the same that widens the search Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62509-bought-a-1983-mack-mh-613-and-need-a-touch-of-help/page/5/#findComment-453094 Share on other sites More sharing options...
j hancock Posted June 11, 2020 Share Posted June 11, 2020 The Mack MH Ultraliner cab is fiberglass. A Mack Cruiseliner COE is an aluminum cab. Ultra-Liner from a 1982 brochure. Quote JimIt doesn't cost anything to pay attention. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62509-bought-a-1983-mack-mh-613-and-need-a-touch-of-help/page/5/#findComment-453095 Share on other sites More sharing options...
kscarbel2 Posted June 11, 2020 Share Posted June 11, 2020 Not common fiberglass, but rather Mack Trucks' proprietary "Maxi-Glas". -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Morning Call / September 18, 1985 Mack Trucks yesterday received a Governor's New Product Award for development of its Ultra-Liner truck, a lighter-weight vehicle made of fiberglass. In ceremonies on the sun-bathed Capitol steps, and with the red, white and blue truck in front of him, Gov. Dick Thornburgh presented plaques to the Allentown-based company. The company was praised for its innovative products that, Thornburgh said, have contributed to the expansion of the state's economic base. The Ultra-Liner truck, designed to be rust-free, is made of a combination of fiberglass and plastic called Maxi-Glas, said Leslie A. Meacock II, director of product engineering for Mack Trucks. Development began in 1977 for "the finest cab in the world," Meacock said. After four years of research and development and an investment of "$20 million-plus," the first truck was completed in 1982, he said. The Ultra-Liner, he said, weighs less than standard-design trucks, has lower operating costs and is more fuel efficient. The fiberglass cab "is more aerodynamically correct," causing the higher efficiency rating, Meacock said. While Meacock could not give one specific figure on the percentage difference in fuel consumption, he said, "It could (provide) up to 12 percent greater efficiency than previous trucks, depending on the way it's used and the operating conditions." Commercialization of the Ultra-Liner in 1983 required a new production line, which increased employment to 1,400 from 800. The company has sold between 7,000 and 8,000 trucks at $66,000 to $100,000 each, depending on the options and engines. Meacock said many different commercial fleets have been sold to various companies including Ryder, Penske and United Parcel Service. "Our market penetration this year is higher than ever," Meacock said. This new truck replaced an older cab, but Meacock said that the firm is still producing its standard line of trucks. He added that the company is developing new models in addition to the Ultra-Liner. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62509-bought-a-1983-mack-mh-613-and-need-a-touch-of-help/page/5/#findComment-453100 Share on other sites More sharing options...
1965 Posted June 11, 2020 Share Posted June 11, 2020 1 hour ago, kscarbel2 said: Not common fiberglass, but rather Mack Trucks' proprietary "Maxi-Glas". -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- The Morning Call / September 18, 1985 Mack Trucks yesterday received a Governor's New Product Award for development of its Ultra-Liner truck, a lighter-weight vehicle made of fiberglass. In ceremonies on the sun-bathed Capitol steps, and with the red, white and blue truck in front of him, Gov. Dick Thornburgh presented plaques to the Allentown-based company. The company was praised for its innovative products that, Thornburgh said, have contributed to the expansion of the state's economic base. The Ultra-Liner truck, designed to be rust-free, is made of a combination of fiberglass and plastic called Maxi-Glas, said Leslie A. Meacock II, director of product engineering for Mack Trucks. Development began in 1977 for "the finest cab in the world," Meacock said. After four years of research and development and an investment of "$20 million-plus," the first truck was completed in 1982, he said. The Ultra-Liner, he said, weighs less than standard-design trucks, has lower operating costs and is more fuel efficient. The fiberglass cab "is more aerodynamically correct," causing the higher efficiency rating, Meacock said. While Meacock could not give one specific figure on the percentage difference in fuel consumption, he said, "It could (provide) up to 12 percent greater efficiency than previous trucks, depending on the way it's used and the operating conditions." Commercialization of the Ultra-Liner in 1983 required a new production line, which increased employment to 1,400 from 800. The company has sold between 7,000 and 8,000 trucks at $66,000 to $100,000 each, depending on the options and engines. Meacock said many different commercial fleets have been sold to various companies including Ryder, Penske and United Parcel Service. "Our market penetration this year is higher than ever," Meacock said. This new truck replaced an older cab, but Meacock said that the firm is still producing its standard line of trucks. He added that the company is developing new models in addition to the Ultra-Liner. What a shame to read this, & look at what it is today 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62509-bought-a-1983-mack-mh-613-and-need-a-touch-of-help/page/5/#findComment-453105 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Countrylife Posted June 11, 2020 Author Share Posted June 11, 2020 Sorry I misspoke, will a cruiseliner grill swap or are the too dissimilar? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62509-bought-a-1983-mack-mh-613-and-need-a-touch-of-help/page/5/#findComment-453111 Share on other sites More sharing options...
j hancock Posted June 11, 2020 Share Posted June 11, 2020 Cruiser to Ultra is not a match. Could be done if you wanted to do custom work. Would not be a bolt on. 1982 Cruiseliner Quote JimIt doesn't cost anything to pay attention. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62509-bought-a-1983-mack-mh-613-and-need-a-touch-of-help/page/5/#findComment-453112 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Harbison Posted June 11, 2020 Share Posted June 11, 2020 Parts truck,2750 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62509-bought-a-1983-mack-mh-613-and-need-a-touch-of-help/page/5/#findComment-453127 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Countrylife Posted June 12, 2020 Author Share Posted June 12, 2020 5 hours ago, Mike Harbison said: Parts truck,2750 My Wife is gonna beat my A$$$ Call you tomorrow 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62509-bought-a-1983-mack-mh-613-and-need-a-touch-of-help/page/5/#findComment-453156 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Mike Harbison Posted June 12, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted June 12, 2020 Lots of women in the world,they ain't making MHs anymore 3 1 3 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62509-bought-a-1983-mack-mh-613-and-need-a-touch-of-help/page/5/#findComment-453160 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Countrylife Posted June 12, 2020 Author Share Posted June 12, 2020 I agree Mike, I'm just not looking forward to living in it....... 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62509-bought-a-1983-mack-mh-613-and-need-a-touch-of-help/page/5/#findComment-453161 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Harbison Posted June 12, 2020 Share Posted June 12, 2020 You might as well save the phone call Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62509-bought-a-1983-mack-mh-613-and-need-a-touch-of-help/page/5/#findComment-453165 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Quickfarms Posted June 12, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted June 12, 2020 I agree Mike, I'm just not looking forward to living in it.......Are you talking temporarily or permanently?My wife stopped that threat after I built this. It’s nice enough inside that she stays with me at shows now. 5 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62509-bought-a-1983-mack-mh-613-and-need-a-touch-of-help/page/5/#findComment-453192 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Countrylife Posted June 12, 2020 Author Share Posted June 12, 2020 1 hour ago, Quickfarms said: Are you talking temporarily or permanently? My wife stopped that threat after I built this. It’s nice enough inside that she stays with me at shows now. That is Noiiiice!!! anything worth doing is worth doing in 6x6 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62509-bought-a-1983-mack-mh-613-and-need-a-touch-of-help/page/5/#findComment-453199 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Countrylife Posted June 13, 2020 Author Share Posted June 13, 2020 18 hours ago, Mike Harbison said: You might as well save the phone call That message you got was me Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62509-bought-a-1983-mack-mh-613-and-need-a-touch-of-help/page/5/#findComment-453230 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Harbison Posted June 14, 2020 Share Posted June 14, 2020 On 6/12/2020 at 8:59 PM, Countrylife said: That message you got was me Heres the other 85 we talked about on phone Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62509-bought-a-1983-mack-mh-613-and-need-a-touch-of-help/page/5/#findComment-453361 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Harbison Posted June 14, 2020 Share Posted June 14, 2020 On 6/12/2020 at 8:59 PM, Countrylife said: That message you got was me Heres the other 85 we talked about on phone 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62509-bought-a-1983-mack-mh-613-and-need-a-touch-of-help/page/5/#findComment-453362 Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowman_w900 Posted June 19, 2020 Share Posted June 19, 2020 On 5/31/2020 at 7:41 PM, Countrylife said: Does anyone have a parts book for a 1983 MH 613? I am stumped on the shift linkage ball joints. The larger one I think is just something someone stuffed in there as it was not fitting correctly and the lower one does not seem to match anything I can measure out. I think I should start with what was supposed to be there and go from there. Thanks in advance for the help if anyone has a book. I wanted to buy one but they are few and far between it seems Cheers. @Countrylife have you had any luck on these shift linkage (tie rod ends) yet? I'm thinking bout replacing mine also Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62509-bought-a-1983-mack-mh-613-and-need-a-touch-of-help/page/5/#findComment-453680 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Countrylife Posted June 19, 2020 Author Popular Post Share Posted June 19, 2020 I 3 hours ago, snowman_w900 said: @Countrylife have you had any luck on these shift linkage (tie rod ends) yet? I'm thinking bout replacing mine also I have, I did make mine out but here is the info someone sent me So far it is looking like they are as follows, 55RU247 That shows to be the RH thread rod end. The part number changes to 25023498 and the description is "spacer washer." That may be throwing the parts guys off 55RU247P2 That shows to be the LH thread rod end. The number changes to 25023499 and once again is described as a "spacer washer" 17QL278M That shows to be the threaded rod. That number changes to 25022891 3 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62509-bought-a-1983-mack-mh-613-and-need-a-touch-of-help/page/5/#findComment-453687 Share on other sites More sharing options...
snowman_w900 Posted June 19, 2020 Share Posted June 19, 2020 5 hours ago, Countrylife said: I I have, I did make mine out but here is the info someone sent me So far it is looking like they are as follows, 55RU247 That shows to be the RH thread rod end. The part number changes to 25023498 and the description is "spacer washer." That may be throwing the parts guys off 55RU247P2 That shows to be the LH thread rod end. The number changes to 25023499 and once again is described as a "spacer washer" 17QL278M That shows to be the threaded rod. That number changes to 25022891 Good deal. Hopefully the dealers or someone in aftermarket will carry these. I appreciate the info! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62509-bought-a-1983-mack-mh-613-and-need-a-touch-of-help/page/5/#findComment-453697 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Countrylife Posted June 23, 2020 Author Share Posted June 23, 2020 On 6/19/2020 at 4:20 AM, snowman_w900 said: Good deal. Hopefully the dealers or someone in aftermarket will carry these. I appreciate the info! Let me know how you come out, I am not sure my solution i a real long term one Cheers. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62509-bought-a-1983-mack-mh-613-and-need-a-touch-of-help/page/5/#findComment-453941 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Harbison Posted June 24, 2020 Share Posted June 24, 2020 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62509-bought-a-1983-mack-mh-613-and-need-a-touch-of-help/page/5/#findComment-454026 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Harbison Posted September 1, 2020 Share Posted September 1, 2020 On 6/12/2020 at 8:59 PM, Countrylife said: That message you got was me Been several weeks,I take it you aren't coming to look at these MHs now? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/62509-bought-a-1983-mack-mh-613-and-need-a-touch-of-help/page/5/#findComment-459892 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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