Popular Post 1961H67 Posted September 17, 2022 Author Popular Post Share Posted September 17, 2022 I got some time today to install the dash and start wiring ( I have no harness at all ). I wired my dash lights and the back of the dash, plan is making a harness from my switch’s to their components , I put a universal fuse box on the inside to feed the switch’s. It’s going to be time consuming ,,,,, 4 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69289-coca-cola-lj-mack-colors/page/9/#findComment-509641 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsmackpaul Posted September 17, 2022 Share Posted September 17, 2022 Just poke along and take your time wiring it up, leave the tails all a lot longer than you think you will ever need as it makes life a lot easier and if done right is still very neat Paul 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69289-coca-cola-lj-mack-colors/page/9/#findComment-509643 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post 1961H67 Posted September 17, 2022 Author Popular Post Share Posted September 17, 2022 Yep it’s going to be a winter project for sure,, I can’t stand messy wiring ( I’ve bought a couple trucks that looks like someone stuck a weed eater under the dash! ) But on the bright side with a one wire Alternator the wiring is pretty simple. Which was a small project its self, since it wasn’t belt driven, ( lovejoy coupler ) but works great. 3 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69289-coca-cola-lj-mack-colors/page/9/#findComment-509651 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattb73lt Posted September 17, 2022 Share Posted September 17, 2022 I thought that was belt driven. Hadn’t seen this angle before or that it was a direct drive. I did notice some subtle differences between our two 220’s, though. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69289-coca-cola-lj-mack-colors/page/9/#findComment-509653 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted September 17, 2022 Share Posted September 17, 2022 I would’ve thought that too great work bud thanks for the post.. bob Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69289-coca-cola-lj-mack-colors/page/9/#findComment-509656 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted September 17, 2022 Share Posted September 17, 2022 Kind of weird I wouldn’t of thought you’d be having so much problem with just a wiring harness good luck I was sure Hemings would have an answer … Bob Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69289-coca-cola-lj-mack-colors/page/9/#findComment-509657 Share on other sites More sharing options...
1961H67 Posted September 17, 2022 Author Share Posted September 17, 2022 Probably at this point I have reduced the number of wires so I’ll be better off making one. As for the 220s I’m not a expert on them,, I heard they came out in 1959, this one was a Cummins recon, put in in 1963 ,, the welding supply co had it done,, ( unsure if the old disc pump 200 would be accepted as a core back then) I have a friend with a old Gallion motor grader with a 220 , it has 2 accessary drives like mine,, I believe I saw one with a Super Charger driven with a chain off the right accessory drive,, Maybe all factory options. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69289-coca-cola-lj-mack-colors/page/9/#findComment-509682 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post 1961H67 Posted September 21, 2022 Author Popular Post Share Posted September 21, 2022 I took the Day off yesterday, My Friend that I got the LJ from back in 1979 passed away over the weekend, he was 91 , Great guy, Army Veteran, I would show him pictures of my recent progress when I would visit him. I was Truly Honored to be one of his Paul Bearers . His real name was “ Hubert Mack Jones “ . I have a lot of great memories of places we went with the LJ , Rest In Peace my Friend! 5 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69289-coca-cola-lj-mack-colors/page/9/#findComment-509952 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted September 21, 2022 Share Posted September 21, 2022 Oooooooooooo that sucks thank god for the memories sorry bud… I’m sure he’s in a better place… Bob Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69289-coca-cola-lj-mack-colors/page/9/#findComment-509959 Share on other sites More sharing options...
1961H67 Posted September 22, 2022 Author Share Posted September 22, 2022 Yes he is,, He was part of the “ Greatest Generation “ 1 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69289-coca-cola-lj-mack-colors/page/9/#findComment-510000 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mechohaulic Posted September 22, 2022 Share Posted September 22, 2022 the "greatest generation" is slowly passing away. with their passing goes knowledge and stories that will never be duplicated. I've been so fortunate to know a number of them. short story never forgotten by one of my mentors was how He took an AC chain drive Mack with well rig on the back from CT to Maine for a job. trip was three (3) days ride EACH way. LOL and the Mack was near new at the time. must be due to fact he didn't have his usb plug🤣 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69289-coca-cola-lj-mack-colors/page/9/#findComment-510006 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mechohaulic Posted September 22, 2022 Share Posted September 22, 2022 42 minutes ago, 1961H67 said: Yes he is,, He was part of the “ Greatest Generation “ sorry for correction '' not"he was part of the greatest generation . He IS part of the greatest generation. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69289-coca-cola-lj-mack-colors/page/9/#findComment-510007 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post mattb73lt Posted September 22, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted September 22, 2022 I know what you mean with their passing. I knew so many when I was younger. My Godfather was a Navy LST Captain in WWII in the Atlantic and Pacific Theatre. One of my neighbors was a 18 year old Marine on Iwo Jima, stayed in the Reserves after WWII and was called up for Korea and served in the Chosin Reservoir. Several members in the volunteer fire department I was in as a 16YO served in WWII, one in the Battle of the Bulge. I always knew I would join and to fly helicopters was my ultimate dream. Joining was a way to fulfill it. Becoming a Trooper was part of my sense of service. One career played well with the other, but caused a lot of personal sacrifice. I never imagined where those jobs would take me, but I always knew there was risk involved in both. That was really the first time I ever wrote anything about it down. They were my "jobs" and just what I "did" to make a living and secure my future. But, now, looking back, Holy Shit I can't believe I did that and experienced what I did. Somehow, to me, it pales in comparison to what the "Greatest Generation" did during WWII. Today, 9/21/2022, marks nine years since I returned from my last tour in Afghanistan. 6 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69289-coca-cola-lj-mack-colors/page/9/#findComment-510041 Share on other sites More sharing options...
1961H67 Posted September 22, 2022 Author Share Posted September 22, 2022 Yes I’m so glad to have had Family members and Guys I worked with when I was young,, that was part of the “ Greatest Generation “ , I cherish the countless stories they told me,, Literally , from Pearl Harbor, to the Battle of the Bulge ( Even my Grandmother made Parachutes working at American Enka during WWII ) . They sacrificed so much for us . Thank you for the picture ,, and again, THANK You for your Service! 1 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69289-coca-cola-lj-mack-colors/page/9/#findComment-510072 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted September 22, 2022 Share Posted September 22, 2022 Ya ….. Matt crearly you reached for the stars and succeeded … over amazing background… bob 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69289-coca-cola-lj-mack-colors/page/9/#findComment-510076 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post 1961H67 Posted October 1, 2022 Author Popular Post Share Posted October 1, 2022 A little more progress today, got the electric wiper motors mounted and wired ( thanks Matt for the tips and part numbers and pictures! ) I have officially started a wiring harness ONE wire to the Wipers ,,, At least I’m off and going with it . 4 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69289-coca-cola-lj-mack-colors/page/9/#findComment-510760 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattb73lt Posted October 2, 2022 Share Posted October 2, 2022 I’m glad they helped, they look great!!! Cool looking fuse box. Any close ups of it? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69289-coca-cola-lj-mack-colors/page/9/#findComment-510771 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post 1961H67 Posted October 3, 2022 Author Popular Post Share Posted October 3, 2022 It’s a universal fuse box, it’s got 12 fuses, it’s even got some ground locations ( probably want needs many on a all steel interior) it has lights that come on if a fuse blows,, I ran a positive from a master disconnect switch and grounded the other side, There aren’t that many circuits to wire up , I am hoping this box will simplify it some 4 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69289-coca-cola-lj-mack-colors/page/9/#findComment-510865 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted October 3, 2022 Share Posted October 3, 2022 Excellent… bob Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69289-coca-cola-lj-mack-colors/page/9/#findComment-510890 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post 1961H67 Posted October 23, 2022 Author Popular Post Share Posted October 23, 2022 I got busy working for a few weeks and haven’t done much to the LJ ,, can’t complain about the work,, I need the money to support my “Truck Addiction “ went to a local truck show today, in Cherokee,NC . A friend of many years brought his B73 ,, When he got it back in the 80s it was a single axle day cab, with a Mack engine,, he put it on a newer model tandem air ride, and a turned up 400 Cummins,, it may not be noticeable from the picture ,, but he added 6 inches to the back of the hood, fenders, radiator are set forward, gives plenty of room for Horton air fan and more room to access the engine,, So I had a good dose of motivation today! 4 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69289-coca-cola-lj-mack-colors/page/9/#findComment-513281 Share on other sites More sharing options...
1961H67 Posted November 13, 2022 Author Share Posted November 13, 2022 I’m looking for the clips, fasteners, not sure what they are called that hold the 3 chrome trim pieces on the hood, I’m going through a lot of my L stuff, trying to pick the best and some of those clips are missing, I haven’t looked at any automobile clips yet, just thought someone might have ran into the same issue, thanks Dean Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69289-coca-cola-lj-mack-colors/page/9/#findComment-514947 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mattb73lt Posted November 13, 2022 Share Posted November 13, 2022 Restoration Specialties should have them and Chuck Roser (kingofsalvage.com) carries them. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69289-coca-cola-lj-mack-colors/page/9/#findComment-514949 Share on other sites More sharing options...
1961H67 Posted November 13, 2022 Author Share Posted November 13, 2022 Great,Thanks Matt , I remember ordering something from both places from advice you gave me last year! I have got TOO MANY projects going on! Can’t remember where I got what ! 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69289-coca-cola-lj-mack-colors/page/9/#findComment-514956 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted November 13, 2022 Share Posted November 13, 2022 Body shop suppliers was the last time I bought new ones but that was a long time ago and I don’t even know if we have them around here or any more Do you fellas back there might have a better shot I’m sure you won’t have any trouble…. Bob Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69289-coca-cola-lj-mack-colors/page/9/#findComment-515010 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted November 13, 2022 Share Posted November 13, 2022 Kind of nice when you get to the point where you don’t really need any obsolete parts I will be route placing all my fuel lines soon and I was really surprised to see they look like the same exact sizes my 2021 Kenworth is still using pressure and return… bob Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69289-coca-cola-lj-mack-colors/page/9/#findComment-515011 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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