Fastduramax Posted May 26 Share Posted May 26 Ass busting job by yourself but well worth the end result... 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74186-front-hub-pilot-conversion/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
mechohaulic Posted May 26 Share Posted May 26 nice looking set up ; hopefully BMT will be honored to see pictures of complete unit. RD ?? . guessing older unit not having rear fender seams. which i call a 3 piece hood. later hoods had a seam rear fender section , Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74186-front-hub-pilot-conversion/#findComment-552568 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mechohaulic Posted May 26 Share Posted May 26 with wider tires will the fenders receive rubber extensions eliminating road debris throwing ?? 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74186-front-hub-pilot-conversion/#findComment-552570 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fastduramax Posted May 27 Author Share Posted May 27 Yes 88 RD688S Yup they stick out even further than the Dayton's did I got a little to aggressive with the offset but I own it now at $800 per wheel, it sure does look cool from the front I must say... Unfortunately they don't make flares for these ancient dogs anymore so yup she's gonna get filthy ! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74186-front-hub-pilot-conversion/#findComment-552629 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrgumby Posted May 27 Share Posted May 27 Did the wider front offset rims change your turning radius at all or much did you notice ? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74186-front-hub-pilot-conversion/#findComment-552634 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fastduramax Posted May 27 Author Share Posted May 27 I'd have to report back on that but I'd say it got better as this offset does not rub the pitman arm shocks and hoses as the Dayton's did... 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74186-front-hub-pilot-conversion/#findComment-552638 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fastduramax Posted May 27 Author Share Posted May 27 And these are 13" wide I will not run the 12.25" Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74186-front-hub-pilot-conversion/#findComment-552639 Share on other sites More sharing options...
67RModel Posted May 27 Share Posted May 27 Daytons > Hub Pilot > Budd. Change my mind. 😁 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74186-front-hub-pilot-conversion/#findComment-552649 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark T Posted May 27 Share Posted May 27 IDk if it's still available, but there used to be universal fender extentions made of rubber like material. Thet didn't look too bad. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74186-front-hub-pilot-conversion/#findComment-552653 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mechohaulic Posted May 27 Share Posted May 27 3 hours ago, Fastduramax said: Yes 88 RD688S Yup they stick out even further than the Dayton's did I got a little to aggressive with the offset but I own it now at $800 per wheel, it sure does look cool from the front I must say... Unfortunately they don't make flares for these ancient dogs anymore so yup she's gonna get filthy ! not to add to the "list" I'm sure like most of us ,you have ; a roll/strip of universal fender extension or possibly Mack= DM or newer would work. glass in few lite metal angle iron pieces on inner fender which can mount rubber extensions.?? don't want the poor bulldog on mirrors getting dirty/muddy from tires. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74186-front-hub-pilot-conversion/#findComment-552654 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mechohaulic Posted May 27 Share Posted May 27 1 minute ago, Mark T said: IDk if it's still available, but there used to be universal fender extentions made of rubber like material. Thet didn't look too bad. you were faster then me writing LOL . I don't know all the new model designations. after R's/ DM's etc rest are too new for me. must still have some that would flex enough to fit while looking like the truck=classy. extensions not only practical but look nice. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74186-front-hub-pilot-conversion/#findComment-552655 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark T Posted May 27 Share Posted May 27 I'd search Buyers. I think they make extentions like that in rubber in truck size lengths to be trimmed to fit. 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74186-front-hub-pilot-conversion/#findComment-552656 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fastduramax Posted May 28 Author Share Posted May 28 Thanks guys I will look into this, have to email my parts dude this morning he shipped me 2 drivers side slack adjusters so I’ll run the flares by him… Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74186-front-hub-pilot-conversion/#findComment-552679 Share on other sites More sharing options...
harrybarbon Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 These Aussie Superliners have the fibreglass fender flares, that are made/available for the R model like your Mack. However gauging from your photo maybe the wheels stick out further than the flares extension. Worth a consideration. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74186-front-hub-pilot-conversion/#findComment-552680 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fastduramax Posted May 28 Author Share Posted May 28 Those are freakin sweet but I have never seen fiberglass molded flares for a RD and my parts dude said what is offered is a roll of that ugly rubber shit $425 for a 15 foot roll from Mack, PAI online 10 foot rolls for $127 per, here is the part number for anyone interested… 24RU2705F Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74186-front-hub-pilot-conversion/#findComment-552687 Share on other sites More sharing options...
AZB755V8 Posted May 28 Share Posted May 28 1 hour ago, Fastduramax said: Those are freakin sweet but I have never seen fiberglass molded flares for a RD and my parts dude said what is offered is a roll of that ugly rubber shit $425 for a 15 foot roll from Mack, PAI online 10 foot rolls for $127 per, here is the part number for anyone interested… 24RU2705F I have those fiberglass flairs on my RW and they where from AU. I have the 425 floats on the front. This as like 10 years ago the cost was approx $400 for the flairs and $650 for the UPS shipping. So if you want them plan on over double that cost today. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74186-front-hub-pilot-conversion/#findComment-552689 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fastduramax Posted May 28 Author Share Posted May 28 I'd have no clue how to go about finding a set I have no Aussie connections ! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74186-front-hub-pilot-conversion/#findComment-552707 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mackman87 Posted June 2 Share Posted June 2 Looks good! Curious on your front conversion. Did you go back with the jam nut style spindle nut or something different? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74186-front-hub-pilot-conversion/#findComment-552979 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fastduramax Posted June 3 Author Share Posted June 3 You can use the existing jam nut and cotter pin or you can modernize as I did, Stemco makes a beautiful spindle nut with an internal lock ring for precise bearing adjustment, excellent set up… Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74186-front-hub-pilot-conversion/#findComment-553023 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mackman87 Posted June 8 Share Posted June 8 (edited) On 6/3/2024 at 2:10 PM, Fastduramax said: You can use the existing jam nut and cotter pin or you can modernize as I did, Stemco makes a beautiful spindle nut with an internal lock ring for precise bearing adjustment, excellent set up… Where did you get the stemco unit? Edited June 8 by Mackman87 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74186-front-hub-pilot-conversion/#findComment-553306 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fastduramax Posted June 9 Author Share Posted June 9 I'm assuming you can get them from any heavy parts supplier, we have a Superior Spring in these parts, I buy most shit from them and Ballard Mack... Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74186-front-hub-pilot-conversion/#findComment-553346 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted June 15 Share Posted June 15 Looks great nice work and Mecho I’m thinking back I’m sure the 3 piece hood was 70s came and went along with the hood scoop Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/74186-front-hub-pilot-conversion/#findComment-553740 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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