Popular Post 41MackEH Posted May 21, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted May 21, 2022 (edited) Hello Everyone, My name is Ben and I recently purchased a 1941 Mack Model EH that was on the side of the road for sale. I plan on using much of the truck and make a rat rod out of what is salvageable. I believe the truck was used as a water tanker but has since has the tank removed. The leather key tag said "tanker" and the already heavy duty frame has plate steel attached to it on both outer sides for reinforcement. I have contacted the Mack Museum and am in line to have my chassis number looked up; yes I donated as well haha. I am not going to be using many of the original parts from the truck and would like to offer them for sale so that the parts can live another life with someone in need. Parts I have available from 1941 Mack Model EH: Engine and transmission- I believe it to be an EN310 but haven't been able to find guides for casting numbers to differentiate from an EN354. The transmission shift pattern plate states it is the five speed direct drive transmission. Intake pipe is rusted underneath and was cut off for engine removal. Driveshafts Rear differential Gas tank Radiator I have plenty of pictures that I can send or take for anyone interested. I am unsure of prices but really just looking for them to go to a good home much more than make a profit. Located in Lake George, NY 12820. I will be posting pictures and will keep everyone updated on the build. Edited May 21, 2022 by 41MackEH Upload pictures 8 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69789-1941-mack-eh-saved-from-recycling/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve L Posted May 29, 2022 Share Posted May 29, 2022 Hey 41 don’t make a rat rod outa it, restore it back to original. There’s plenty of inters etc to make rat rods, not a classic Mack. If you go ahead u gotta find a big Detroit, Or sell it to me. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69789-1941-mack-eh-saved-from-recycling/#findComment-498757 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted May 30, 2022 Share Posted May 30, 2022 This is Eye Candy here and hope it gets taken indoors, soon. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69789-1941-mack-eh-saved-from-recycling/#findComment-498830 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted May 30, 2022 Share Posted May 30, 2022 that sucker is rough hope you got lotsa time and ambition good luck and have a ball...bob Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69789-1941-mack-eh-saved-from-recycling/#findComment-498886 Share on other sites More sharing options...
609albert Posted May 31, 2022 Share Posted May 31, 2022 I can see it as a Rat-rod ,nice cab Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69789-1941-mack-eh-saved-from-recycling/#findComment-498892 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mechohaulic Posted May 31, 2022 Share Posted May 31, 2022 do what ever time; interest and $$$$ allow. either way in a round about way you will be saving history or rat rod will spark an interest in some one else seeing it to find more history to save. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69789-1941-mack-eh-saved-from-recycling/#findComment-498899 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Posted May 31, 2022 Share Posted May 31, 2022 No one has said build a Oval Track Racer out of it yet. It's easy to assume someone might want to take the easy method and build a Rod but, a real Mack truck guy would search and get it back to it's original state of purpose. Just saying. Parts are out there but people are saving those parts for Dooms Day coming. They are afraid they will cheat themselves out of a fair price. There I said it, and glad I did. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69789-1941-mack-eh-saved-from-recycling/#findComment-498911 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsmackpaul Posted May 31, 2022 Share Posted May 31, 2022 Dunno if you have them over in the states but we have V8 trucks at some Speedways in Australia Good for a chuckle, the lads seem to get them moving along okay Paul 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69789-1941-mack-eh-saved-from-recycling/#findComment-498915 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Licensed to kill Posted May 31, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted May 31, 2022 9 hours ago, Mike said: No one has said build a Oval Track Racer out of it yet. It's easy to assume someone might want to take the easy method and build a Rod but, a real Mack truck guy would search and get it back to it's original state of purpose. Just saying. Parts are out there but people are saving those parts for Dooms Day coming. They are afraid they will cheat themselves out of a fair price. There I said it, and glad I did. Apparently, no "real Mack guys" saw any value in it while it sat by the road for sale. It's easy to assume that someone wanting a rat rod is doing it "to take the easy route" but maybe the owner just LIKES rat rods better than restored to original state. Just saying. I am not a rat rod fan but support anybody doing what makes them happy with their project. I will admit though that I get bummed out when someone takes a real nice original example, be it a survivor or an older restoration then proceeds to chop it up and ratrod/hotrod it. Happens ALL THE TIME with Model A fords. I am sure there are those that are disgusted by what I did with the truck in my avatar, cut it up for parts for my resto-mod but the reality is that if I had not bought it it WAS going for scrap and I saved most of it. Good on Ben for saving this example and I hope he has years of pleasure with whatever he makes of it. 4 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69789-1941-mack-eh-saved-from-recycling/#findComment-498930 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post 41MackEH Posted May 31, 2022 Author Popular Post Share Posted May 31, 2022 Thanks for all the responses fellas. To be honest I'm not a Mack purist. What I saw was a blank canvas to build whatever truck I could out of what was salvageable. It will keep most of its original body with the cab, fenders, hood and grille being put back on the original frame. The steps and side panels were shot but I plan on remaking them after it's running. I have a dana 70 dually rear I'm putting in since the diff is locked and the split rims shot. Haven't decided on engine yet but leaning towards a hot Ford 300 straight six. I'm going to put in a cage and leave it rusty on the outside. Hate it or love it I'm the one who saved this bulldog from the wrecker and at least I'm trying to save the parts I can for an actual purist to rebuild their truck. Thanks for all the comments and hope to find someone who needs these parts. I'll give them away at this point to anyone who will pick them up 5 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69789-1941-mack-eh-saved-from-recycling/#findComment-498935 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post 66dc75 Posted May 31, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted May 31, 2022 You're doing the right thing as far as I can see. You'll end up with something that will be used and enjoyed instead of a fifty thousand dollar restoration that will be worth 25k when done. You can spend years looking for non existent parts and not get anywhere. My b model on a chevy 3/4 ton chassis is my daily driver in the spring summer and early fall. 4 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69789-1941-mack-eh-saved-from-recycling/#findComment-498941 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsmackpaul Posted May 31, 2022 Share Posted May 31, 2022 52 minutes ago, 66dc75 said: You're doing the right thing as far as I can see. You'll end up with something that will be used and enjoyed instead of a fifty thousand dollar restoration that will be worth 25k when done. You can spend years looking for non existent parts and not get anywhere. My b model on a chevy 3/4 ton chassis is my daily driver in the spring summer and early fall. The truth is there is no right thing to please everyone and at the end of the day as long as we are happy with what we have done that is all that matters Oh and by the way, your Chevy B model came out pretty stylish and I certainly would enjoy it as a daily driver Paul 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69789-1941-mack-eh-saved-from-recycling/#findComment-498942 Share on other sites More sharing options...
66dc75 Posted May 31, 2022 Share Posted May 31, 2022 2 hours ago, mrsmackpaul said: The truth is there is no right thing to please everyone and at the end of the day as long as we are happy with what we have done that is all that matters Oh and by the way, your Chevy B model came out pretty stylish and I certainly would enjoy it as a daily driver Paul Thanks Paul Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69789-1941-mack-eh-saved-from-recycling/#findComment-498949 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hayseed Posted June 1, 2022 Share Posted June 1, 2022 On 5/22/2022 at 4:02 AM, 41MackEH said: I will be posting pictures and will keep everyone updated on the build. Ben, Please Do..!!! 12 hours ago, 41MackEH said: Haven't decided on engine yet but leaning towards a hot Ford 300 straight six They're a good old Motor.. Dad had a F700 with one he repowered It with a 351.. Was pretty much a step Sideways IMHO... all he gained was the V8 Burble Quote "Be who you are and say what you feel...Because those that matter...don't mind...And those that mind....don't matter." - Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/69789-1941-mack-eh-saved-from-recycling/#findComment-498971 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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