1967 Mack R model V8

[67RModel]

I saw this browsing Marketplace. No affiliation with the listing. Looks like a super nice little truck. Windshield needs some love. Can't beat the price either. @Joey Mack how far is Marion, NC from you? LOL.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1208157969832910/?ref=search&referral_code=null&referral_story_type=post

 

[Joey Mack]

Around 3hrs. I think.. there's a guy in here that lives in Marion. 

[doubleclutchinweasel]

That's where I'm at.  Not sure where that truck is.  Will have to investigate.

[Joey Mack]

I'm glad you saw this DCW..  

[mechohaulic]

interesting set up. don't see where it had a 5th wheel or dump. 

[67RModel]

1 hour ago, doubleclutchinweasel said:

That's where I'm at.  Not sure where that truck is.  Will have to investigate.

That dog should definitely be rescued. I think it will certainly follow you home LOL

[doubleclutchinweasel]

I'll try to see if I can find it and put some more info on here, time (and The Boss Lady) permitting!

[67RModel]

First I was thinking it was one of those Chrysler V8 deals since it looks like a light duty spec. Maybe an R400? The front hubs look almost like a medium duty weight rating. But the listing says diesel so I'm guessing its an 864 V8. If so, hopefully it runs and doesn't need anything major because I hear parts for those are basically non existent anymore.....

[doubleclutchinweasel]

Sent a message.  Got no reply.  I'm moving on...

[Robo987]

Looks rough

[mowerman]

 I’m not sure but it does look like it’s been sitting for a long time it probably has. I would still like to have it…. Bob

[mowerman]

And yes, it does look like a 400 … Bob

[mowerman]

4500. Wow, certainly well worth that. Bob

[terry]

Serial number would tell you what engine it come with, it does have the V8 emblem on the hood.   Terry

[doubleclutchinweasel]

Got some response.  Had one video of it starting and running.  Posting what I got.  Might work, might not.

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1208157969832910/

 

 

[doubleclutchinweasel]

[tjc transport]

Pictures show, but not running video.

[doubleclutchinweasel]

17 minutes ago, tjc transport said:

Pictures show, but not running video.

I figured as much.  I don't do Facebook.  Wife does.  She contacted the seller and sent me the stuff.  I had no way of knowing if it worked or not.  Seller would not tell us where the truck could be seen.  When I run across something that is only accessible through, Facebook, I generally just keep right on moving.

I watched the startup video.  It sounded a little rough initially, but smoothed out.  Well, as smooth as a V8 diesel gets.  I'm betting it's an R615, with the normally-aspirated V8 in it.  Looks like a Duplex from what I can see on the shift plate.  Light rear springs (no overloads).  Does look like a double-reduction carrier.  Frame does not appear to have had a 5th wheel on it, unless I am missing something.  I can't tell WHAT it has been used for.

I would love to have had that single-axle chassis when I had my ST.  Would have put that light, single rear under mine.

Edited May 10, 2023 by doubleclutchinweasel

[doubleclutchinweasel]

Sorry.  I lost the picture where I could see part of the shift plate.

[Noboost615]

Just a little update on this Mack R model. I took ownership of this unit Saturday. From what I was told this truck was used as a water truck at a saw mill in Mocksville NC. My plans are to redo the truck and pull my fifth wheel camper. It is an R615 with the 864. 

[mrsmackpaul]

Good luck with it all

Keep us all in the loop with how it goes, we are always up to follow along a build 

 

Paul

[mowerman]

It looks like it has a compression release. It probably does .. sucker looks pretty clean. Thanks for the post.

[mowerman]

Certainly a lot there to work with. Good luck bud.

[mechohaulic]

picture 5 shows the luberfiner oil filter behind driveside cab. 864 all the way

[mowerman]

That would be a little easier to deal with than up over the engine bob