Will It Run? Mack B42 Wrecker Magnadyne sitting 30+ years

Will It Run? Mack B42 Wrecker Magnadyne sitting 30+ years - NNKH

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This 1955 Mack B42 Wrecker has been sitting for a confirm 30+ years behind an auto repair shop in Garfield, NJ. It has the Magnadyne 6.8L gasser I6 engine. Let's see if she'll fire! If you're interested in buying this truck for parts or restoration, shoot me an email! She's rough but deserves something better than being cut up for scrap $ only.
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@georgeparker7409 Жыл бұрын

That heater is a South Wind. It runs on gasoline taken from the carb. Very popular in early Fords but was also available in other cars. Very efficient but there was also the risk of fire. But I had one in a 1939 Ford coupe and it would drive you out. Let me congrat you on a great program. You seem to have picked up a lot of info from guys like me. 81 years old.

@darrylcampbell4411 Жыл бұрын

Awesome info on the heater bro. Without people like you to tell us most of us would be scratching our heads thinking how the hell does the heater work ? Cheers man. My Dad just turned 82 last Sunday.

@timmayer8723 Жыл бұрын

W buses. They weren't effective and dangerous to boot. What with all the open flames used to burn as much weed as possible every day, you could expect to die in a flaming inferno.

@ShawnC.W-King Жыл бұрын

When it was a quality brand before it got made in China, sold at wal mart as a crappy box fan or standing model now, smh

@Syriondeathvow Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your contribution to my knowlege

@R6-D2 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for still being alive.

@halmakenreuther8843 Жыл бұрын

Nice looking oldschool truck, worth a restauration. In Germany we would take the whole engine apart before we try starting it 😂

@geoffmerritt Жыл бұрын

My local auto electrician is like that, they have been in business since the 60s or 70s, as long as I can remember anyways... The sons now own and run the business, they are still old school. My office is across the road and they seem to attract a lot of classic cars which is always pleasing to see. Took my '63 Morris Mini it to have its generator repaired. As the armature had already been machined, the owner said "I reckon I have one of those down the back" moments later he reappears with the correct part. Seing this shop's wall of parts reminded me straight away of my neighbours.

@danielvanalphen4137 Жыл бұрын

A day with a new NNKH video is a good day

@notyouraveragejoe6335 Жыл бұрын

Man you don’t know how much it brightens my day to see you posted a video.

@AyeCarumba221 7 ай бұрын

I don’t know anything about the value of this truck. But it seems like the owner asking more than a thousand is asking too much. You are doing him a favor. If he had bothered to at least keep it clean, protected, and not allowed trees to grow through the thing, then sure, 3,500 might be reasonable. But he hasn’t done squat. No windfall for the lazy!

@johnnybrace Жыл бұрын

what's nearly as satisfying as seeing these old rigs run again is the satisfaction of the cleanup. Next to godliness! Keep up the excellent work sir.

@rahulsolorider9440 Жыл бұрын

Lot of work and hard work

@blackscotydog Жыл бұрын

Back in the 90s I worked for a small trucking outfit that had a Mack B61 wrecker with a diesel in it and twin stick trans. I drove that old thing all up and down the north east...It was a lotta fun back then.

@bigbobvub Жыл бұрын

You're truly one of a kind. The effort you tap into is unprecedented these days. You're old school facade is captivating and inspiring, hopefully there are some younger folk watching your videos and getting an education, getting not only an education but also picking up some lifelong lessons on being honest, working hard and most of all remaining positive when it seems the world is full of obstacles that seek to hold your passion still.

@pancake_5703 Жыл бұрын

I'm one of those younger guys, i love these kind of vids and channels, and I love learning about these older vehicles and channels like this help immensely whenever you have no knowledge of these sort of vehicle's from this era.

@darrylcampbell4411 Жыл бұрын

@@pancake_5703 Good on ya mate.

@ghosthunter5100 Жыл бұрын

@Ivana Notyers dont be that guy

@russellking9762 Жыл бұрын

Words Of Wisdom…well said brother!

@thedeerhunter4407 9 ай бұрын

ditto

@LAactor 5 ай бұрын

23:12 thanks for leaving in the eye candy 🤣

@stevensacks6869 4 ай бұрын

My father was a trucker, I am 72. He drove a gorgeous Mac, twin chrome exhaust and orange color. Please buy if you can and reatore it.

@SoulPurposeGarage Жыл бұрын

"Well let's give it an effort anyway" Love that attitude, Great work! Also thank you for including the clip at the end. I really wanted to hear what it would sound like.

@JimmyWatches2102 Жыл бұрын

That turn signal is a mechanical arm that hung outside where the driver could pull a cord or lever to signal a turn. Horizontally pointing to the left was left of course, and pointing up was for a right turn. Drivers used their actual arms for years and years signaling this way until electric flashing lights became the norm. This mechanical one could be positioned so that vehicles following the truck could see it as they might not be able to see the arm of the driver. Signaling turns with your left arm out the window was called “hand signals” and was often on the drivers license test. I remember rolling down the window in the rain to signal a turn. Fun times. And the whole idea was pretty useless after dark of course.

@DudeNews1 Жыл бұрын

It’s actually still legal to use this. I had no blinkers on a motorcycle years ago and got pulled over. I showed the officer my hand signals (left, right and slowing down) and he let me go and told me to use the hand signals until I get blinkers

@jeschreindl Жыл бұрын

Hand signals are still on the exam

@darrylcampbell4411 Жыл бұрын

@@jeschreindl I love hand signals especially the middle finger one for stupid assholes that shouldnt be any where near a road.

@freethought2296 Жыл бұрын

And straight out (horizontal) was stop.

@Bread996 Жыл бұрын

@@freethought2296 straight out is left. Hand pointing down is stop, pointing up is right.

@speedandmarine9066 Жыл бұрын

It appears to be a Holmes 550 wrecker unit or a size close to it. Very good old units, most of the transmission and winch end parts are still available new. I learned to drive on a Kenworth that had a 850 Holmes unit on it. Impressive amount of power for it's size. Unfortunate the engine was stuck, but overall, that B model is in really sold shape - definitely worth saving!

@alan6832 Жыл бұрын

I would have worked harder to unstick the the engine before taking the head off, my methods are force at the front pulley or ring gear with multiple, around 100, direction changes, and also use of acids such as vinegar, into the cylinders, though acid should not sit for a month unless diluted for that purpose, normally it works overnight.

@fvckingtest 2 ай бұрын

@@alan6832 Those seized pistons wouldn't move if the lord himself told them to.

@DBBMed Жыл бұрын

$3500? this guy is out of his mind. He should be grateful if someone takes it out of his yard for free

@renegadeclown8748 9 ай бұрын

What, just cuz you cant see the potential of a real beauty like that. It is a rare find and if done right, that thing could sell for $40- 60 k. You cant find something like that just anywhere. And it is totally worth the money, time, and effort to fix up. That is GOLD right there in my opinion 😁😉

@vintagesavoiur 9 ай бұрын

Agreed, it's not worth a dime

@renegadeclown8748 9 ай бұрын

@@vintagesavoiur Sorry to disagree with ya, but it really is worth money. At least to the right person. Those engines are easy to fix, and the vintage nature of that rig is awesome. I guess its a matter of perspective

@NovaScotiaOutdoorAdventures 8 ай бұрын

@@renegadeclown8748agreed

@chrish5018 8 ай бұрын

I’m here in NJ as well. I’m not quite sure how it is everywhere else but yeah. I’ve seen people asking for like 5k for “classic” cars with rusted bodies and no drive trains or engines. It seems like the days of finding some junky car to fix up in somebody’s barn or yard for 500 bucks are getting to be over. Now we’re in the age of car ads that say “I know what I’ve got.” I’ve got a few cars myself that I’ve brought back to life but I won’t even the touch the prices of some “find” cars because what people are asking anymore is ridiculous.

@emiledberg3664 Жыл бұрын

I like the effort you make just getting these old cars back to life.really good work. Very fun to watch

@ronjones1077 Жыл бұрын

A smart man would donate this project to anyone who wants it. This would cost him just to get it hauled off.

@michaelnevanssr206 Жыл бұрын

Despite all of the problems you ran into, I was happy you could get the Mac to a point where someone can continue. You do a great job. Please , keep up the good work.

@jeffreykbevins7116 Жыл бұрын

That old Mack was a good find . A lot of it seems pretty solid, and I think that it could be brought back to life with a lot of work . But for someone that loves doing stuff like that, it would be a great buy . Thanks for the video and taking us along . I will see you later, so take care and stay safe out there . 🤗👍💖💫

@jackhmason Жыл бұрын

Chris, it is refreshing to see a Will It Run? keep the question mark open and reveal the showstopper that rusted stuck pistons present. I’ve loved the heavy equipment episodes but the Torino trip was pretty epic. One thing that is firing on all cylinders is your approach and project selection.

@admiralfloofz658 Жыл бұрын

The taillights at around 3 minutes in is from a 74-76 Thunderbird

@graemepaul8748 Жыл бұрын

Old blinker is called a ‘trafficator’ in the UK. Used from early 1900s into the 1950s on some UK and European cars. Replacement ones (restomodish) for putting on old classics have LED blinkers.

@Snufl Жыл бұрын

You know, turning that thing into a service truck would be a hell of a video series. Definitely not worth it, but you'd really turn heads pulling that thing up to a job.

@user-uj7ud9sx4n Жыл бұрын

I'm from Ukraine, I don't understand English well, but it's still very interesting to watch. Thanks for the video

@tylerbailey470 7 ай бұрын

Tell your government to kick w cia out and stop taking money from our corrupt politicians we are broke and the country is suffering from corruptipn thanks for your

@Kujur-sy7vp 4 ай бұрын

im from indonesian guys..like to meet you

@Ntwadumela1 3 ай бұрын

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@lukethomas3296 2 ай бұрын

how is the war going against Russia

@Ntwadumela1 2 ай бұрын

@@lukethomas3296 You can only say good things about Ukraine, inconvenient comments are hidden. So they are definitely winning and and will soon take back Crimea.

@raymondmumford6255 Жыл бұрын

Your videos are awesome, none of all the crap so many channels seem to have, No Nonsense, that’s what they are 👍👍👍👍👍

@jwfinley7808 22 күн бұрын

I did spend allot of time watching this channel.

@arnoldalt2571 Жыл бұрын

Back in the late 60's my cousin had a B Model diesel with a million highway miles on it. Tore it down to the bare frame, stretched it, tagged it with an air tag rear axle, added a sleeper, bigger fuel tanks, rebuilt the engine, had the local body shop do the cab and front clip, Rebuilt the gear boxes, (5 speed and duplex) rebuilt rear axle, all new airlines, brakes, king pins, air seat, and new upholstery, etc She went back on the road hauling cross country.

@forrest6463 Жыл бұрын

wow. just amazing.

@ThePete352 Жыл бұрын

Wow what a classic B42 Bulldog Wrecker. I believe that's a 750 Holmes Wrecker body on it. Don't see many with a Magnadyne

@blakegomer6422 Жыл бұрын

Its always a good day when a video drops during lunch! Keep up the amazing content!

@superstitiousfishes1247 Жыл бұрын

good job with the editing and production. none of the other "will it run" channels that i know of are watchable really.

@billofrightssaysso4611 Жыл бұрын

That old MACK looks like New Jersey feels lol

@michaelcrider8413 Жыл бұрын

You are mechanicing on a different level man. You're one of the best i've seen.

@andrewlisenby9693 Жыл бұрын

Chris works hard and doesn't mind getting his hands dirty. He is a younger guy, but has the knowledge of an "old school" mechanic.

@thetovarish100 Жыл бұрын

It is very sad to see the inside of the engine in that state, but seeing your efforts and the emotion you give to your work is motivational! you are one of those who still do great things! thanks for sharing

@recessional5560 Жыл бұрын

Settle down.

@ludicrous7044 Жыл бұрын

If the intake tube hadn’t rotted there may not have been as much damage.

@spary833 6 ай бұрын

the rust growing off the walls....I have a reason to be scared of rust

@hallandrum6519 Жыл бұрын

He likes to have fun doing this I would do. It’s a lot of hard work but you having fun. This is a hobby for this guy.

@bjarteespedal341 7 ай бұрын

That hood when you opened it screamed.."crank me, crank me..." listen to that and you hear it 4 shure XD

@hitskip7750 Жыл бұрын

I really like your channel. You have good editing skills and giving your viewers numerous camera angles is much appreciated.

@kennethparent8544 Жыл бұрын

Love this one Chris great video it's a shame what the water did with the rust and weren't able to hear it run but still great video maybe somebody will rescue that truck and bring it back to life thanks for posting this one

@kennybuczek Жыл бұрын

My family owed a Chrysler dealership in north west Indiana, I drove the tow truck! It was a 1959 3 ton Dodge, flat head 6 cylinder! The minute I seen those booms I knew it was a Holmes! Oh that reminds me of younger days!!

@dougg1075 Жыл бұрын

Crazy to think that once upon a time that truck was brand spanking new.

@bryanhenry2855 Жыл бұрын

Hope u continue making these videos,im amazed at ur knowledge of all different types of vehicles and boats,really enjoy watching,thank you for doing them,very entertaining

@Mercmad Жыл бұрын

The Holmes rig is probably surplus military. Holmes sold hundreds during WW2 for use as recovery and loading units. I worked one over 40 years ago which had a Garwood 22,000 lb winch run off the trucks PTO. It could drag anything out of trouble.

@thomaspetroff9117 Жыл бұрын

Correct a Holmes W45

@les5386 Жыл бұрын

Such a cool old truck. I hope someone buys it and brings it back to life.

@tombrown3051 Жыл бұрын

Never had to cut down an entire tree to rescue a car.... branches yes, entire tree no.

@craigmclean8260 Жыл бұрын

Pretty cool! I didn't realize that Mack had a flathead engine..."Back in the day", Seattle Fire had a few Mack B-Series trucks; there was one at our closest firehouse, on top of a steep hill. It had a large gas engine, and I was told by an SFD member at one point, that the older gasser rigs (KW and Mack) w/ standard transmissions, were better on the hills than the current (late-1970s) KW rigs, which had Detroit Diesel power (6-71 or 8V-71) w/ auto-tranny. The older rigs were quieter, too; the DD-powered KWs seemed to be straight-piped...

@L.A.Concrete Жыл бұрын

Probably a continental gas engine

@bertgrau3934 Жыл бұрын

A2 stroke Detroit without a muffler is much louder than any gas engine. They sound cool, but it gets old in a hurry.

@L.A.Concrete Жыл бұрын

@@bertgrau3934 😂😂😂amen to that

@m1lonak1s Жыл бұрын

Mack b 21 firetrucks, they came with a hall scott 1091 something like 350hp and almost 1000 torque super cool rigs

@m1lonak1s Жыл бұрын

Speaking of those seattle fire department macks, theres a new video of one of them up! They get it running and everything. Check out @edward-thaine "mack b-21 will it run"

@shawnblyler5780 Жыл бұрын

That Yost vice in the shop was made in the city I work in, Meadville, PA. Also the home of Channellock.

@jwfinley7808 22 күн бұрын

I remember back in the day I needed some fuses and I took them all out of an old ford car! All of them!!😮

@chicagovasko Жыл бұрын

Bro you been pumping videos out like nobody's business.

@Brandk4rr Жыл бұрын

Mechanical blinkers are awesome. Used to see them a lot on old VW in the B pillar. Like a arm just flips out from the body of the car

@Dwendele Жыл бұрын

No way I would have messed around that thing in shorts. Lol it's a spider and snake condo!

@kurtburkhardt5862 8 ай бұрын

I am always pleased when you get an old vehicle to run. It is cool to save something when it seems almost impossible to get it to going again. This one stumped you. I know with more time and some parts money you could have got this one going...Your mechanical knowledge and hard work impress even a 60+ year old guy like me. I do work on old cars and trucks did some drag racing and now off roading. Still like getting out on the mountsin bike (keeps me young). Your scooter adventures make me smile too...

@garyr7027 Жыл бұрын

You tackle those tough will it start jobs and show the entire event. Gotta hand it to ya, it's way more than I would have attempted.

@QBRX Жыл бұрын

Love you vids. I love the way you dive into these projects. Your energy is amazing!

@KutWrite Жыл бұрын

Yeah. After a video like this I feel like I've been doing all that work!

@piepawrench Жыл бұрын

I was a mechanic for a Mack dealer from '73-'78 here in Kentucky, I was in my mid 20ies then. In '78 I purchased a Mack and went to hauling coal in and around Ky., In., Oh. I work on a lot of those old B models and I'm sure I work on some gasser but can't remember any now. Work mostly on diesels tractors. One old B model that stands out in my mind was a tractor that had a tandem rear axles, but the rear axle was a tag or dead axle, meaning there was no drive shaft coming off the front diff. hooking out to the rear axle. The front drive axle had a large pulley like hub attached to the inside tire/rim and the rear dead axle also had that same pulley attached to the inside tire or rim. It had a very large/thick rubber belt that went from the front drive axle to the rear axle, it was on both sides. I have no idea how much that helped but I guess the engineers though it did or would. lol I just loved test driving those trucks after working on them. John in Kentucky

@NickAustin123 9 ай бұрын

I saw this on marketplace! I can’t believe this. Omg!!

@jamesbroome1815 Жыл бұрын

Holmes W45 most likely. Military used the W35 and W45. Most W45 had the "outriggers". A shop when I was a teenager had a W35 that didn't have outriggers. Both were BEASTS. A lot of those wreckers ended up in civilian use. Military truck was usually replaced with something more powerful and easier to get parts for.

@jaimemendoza1742 Жыл бұрын

I really enjoyed your trip through Vegas. Have been following your channel since I first found it. There are very few people I follow and you’re one of my favorite. I’ve learned a few things along the way. By the way you have a very cute puppy. Go Gus! Look forward to seeing future videos. Thank you for the entertainment.

@darrellbaty4127 2 ай бұрын

I enjoyed this video and you gave it your best shot!

@michaelp761 Жыл бұрын

You’re lucky not to have to cold, damp salty air we have in the UK, where most things metal left outside for more than 10 years, deteriorates terribly rendering them beyond repair. You’re a man after my own heart, I too love to bring life to mechanically propelled items.

@kennethsonier1766 Жыл бұрын

Chris you always have some great content and I enjoy watching everything that you tackle. Keep on renting dude 👍✌️🇺🇲

@chrisunderwood7560 10 ай бұрын

Great video. I love how you show so much of the places you go and take us along the journey. My wife also enjoys the videos and she does not like my other vehicle related channels I watch. She also enjoys the content and also the Jenn content. Great job!!

@briancolstock4844 Жыл бұрын

All old macks worth saving

@thatguyinthesky2553 Жыл бұрын

This Guy is an Absolute LEGEND.

@ecoalex Жыл бұрын

The Holmes wrecker is awesome. This is just about all they had to clean up big rig wrecks at the time.That took a lot of physics know how. Now the rigs are bigger, so are the wreckers, it's all relative. The rotators they have now are amazing. I always liked the exhaust from the huge old gas trucks, Internationals and Macks. That dates me eh? ;)

@lotsoffish Жыл бұрын

Dude I gotta tell you, I really enjoy your video's. I am an older guy who is a fan of the South Main Auto channel and someone mentioned your vids in the comments over there. I enjoy all things mechanical but your added adventures are what I am so impressed with. They add so much to your videos and IMO takes them to the next level of entertainment. Keep up the good work and keep taking us on your spontaneous explorations!

@NoNonsenseKnowHow Жыл бұрын

Thanks for coming by the channel man and awesome to hear that you enjoy the videos. I get mixed opinions on the random adventure stuff. But I'll definitely continue keeping it in videos because I absolutely love doing that kind of thing.

@wb6162 Жыл бұрын

No offense but if I met you I would not guess you are this good a mechanic in a million years! Love your videos.

@edbigtruck Жыл бұрын

I live in the next town over Lodi. Theres a truck Repair shop on Rt17 North in Carlstadt NJ . A N D. Truck Service His wreckers are all B Models. Very cool old Trucks. Steve knows B Models

@thomasewing2656 Жыл бұрын

Great old wrecker. I hope it gets fully cleaned and running. Any chance of an update later? I like your style.

@thomask.8533 Жыл бұрын

Whoever parked the truck that close to the tree really knew how to drive!

@noellacornelius5557 Жыл бұрын

Lol. Yeah he must have been going fast enough to slide it in sideways. Lol

@adikaarda6939 Жыл бұрын

@TheJaymon1962 Жыл бұрын

Old school DQ. Thanks for this, seriously.

@edmund9492 Жыл бұрын

You should buy this workshop with all in it. Great place for working on projects. ;)

@rc2033cr Жыл бұрын

Very entertaining and informative, your mechanical ability is one level over Vice Grip, Mortske Repair, and the rest, plus your videos or produced the best. Keep up the good work!

@michaelolsen2348 Жыл бұрын

Man that woulda been awesome to see that run with all those trees growing outta it. Lol. Had a rough life. I'm shocked there wasn't any bees or animals coming outta it. I'm originally from NJ so I know cars/trucks rot away quickly up there. That was surprisingly in good shape for sitting that long.

@dennisrexford3035 7 ай бұрын

Chris with the frame as good as it looks I think it might be worth a nice project pretty cool

@hazleborn Жыл бұрын

Ran a few of those 5th wheel dump and a flat bed, still my favorite trucks

@codyhusbands1165 Жыл бұрын

Your channel is really taking off! Really good content, I enjoy tinkering around like you do but I'm not by any means at your level your ability to diagnose and repair is on point. I'm ready for the next Vegas to PA video, take care and don't work too hard

@noellacornelius5557 Жыл бұрын

Me to. Not at his level. but I love working on my side by side and I have a four wheel drive Cadillac I do my own work on.

@TheBandit7613 Жыл бұрын

I live in Vegas. You have no idea the cars and trucks sitting in back yards. Last year I found a Pinto Cruising Wagon for $800.00. It was virtually new except not started in 20 years , sitting in the back of a garage. He needs to talk to me, I see everything because of my job, and will do for free (so we have more videos) Things don't rust here.

@samarooragbir81 Жыл бұрын

Let him keep it it not worth your time

@loudpipesavelives69 Жыл бұрын

I'd recommend getting a non-marring strap wrench and turning the belt pulley rather than messing with sockets. Also I'd clean the stuck cylinders the best I can then pack the perimeter of the piston with soft soldering flux and gently & evenly heat the entire cylinder's walls with a rosebud torch. When the flux boils, quench the center of the piston with ice cubes and keep repeating until the rings break free. I love this channel hope you do well.

@karenmullins9356 Жыл бұрын

❤️ the old macs. So much character. God I'd just love to have that classic

@Gubastek Жыл бұрын

Right under the GWB there is a nice public park (built on fill from GWB construction) a public boat launch with a nice ramp, and foot paths running along the Hudson River for hiking - a beautiful area.

@richardmatthews6586 Жыл бұрын

The wrecker body looks like a Holmes W-45. They were military WW-2. I used one when I drove wreckers in the 60's.

@emsnewssupkis6453 Жыл бұрын

The truck design was definitely pre-1955. It was made in 1955 but the design is pre-WWll.

@briansutton7764 Жыл бұрын

I cannot believe the asking price for the old rig. What's he going to get for scrap? Between 3 and 5 hundred dollars would be my best guess. He did himself no favors by allowing the tree damage either. The Sumac Tree is an invasive species that originated in China. They grow like weeds and are a good candidate to become widowmakers. However I appreciate your effort on trying to make it run.

@satianable Жыл бұрын

Agree 100% bud pure greed

@74nova36 Жыл бұрын

*This needs far more views*

@josephcorsale573 Жыл бұрын

I stumbled upon this guys videos Randomly. I like how he really knows engines and mechanical stuff, it’s really cool to watch, I feel like I’m learning

@alexlabs4858 Жыл бұрын

Definitely should cut the tree at the base, leave the rest to drive around with. Just like the TrashLiner™️. Just watch your height clearance lol.

@BitterDemo Жыл бұрын

Many ask why Mack was used so much in Heavy Construction, They and the Federal were the real Work Trucks of the day, They were like Ranks and had power that made all others look like Tonka Toys in the work fields.

@GetDougDimmadomed Жыл бұрын

Even the small Macks are beasts. It's almost unfair to their competition how strong and durable they were.

@robertfritz2454 Жыл бұрын

This truck is on marketplace

@NoNonsenseKnowHow Жыл бұрын

Yes

@jwfinley7808 22 күн бұрын

You was right I was wrong! Keep up the good work!!

@craigbuckley7343 Жыл бұрын

Would like to see you do more of will it runs ....locked up motors and taking heads off , cleaning up... basically trying break em free to start...cool vids ..some are prob to hard to try that with..later and have a good one ..b safe

@gearsnstuff7330 Жыл бұрын

I'd buy that truck if I weren't in Montana, but $3,500 is a little steep for the condition it's in. I certainly hope someone restores it

@billgiordano9975 Жыл бұрын

I'm originally from the Garfield area and had a towing business in 1971 my first truck was a 1947 Ford F-3 with a Manley geared down mechanical hand crank I ran all over the Bergen Passaic and beyond area with that beast. It had an old 312 replacement motor. With low low gear ratios. I think that Holmes wrecker micgt have come from Johnnie's garage which was a Holmes dealer on the old Rt 20 at what was the merger with Rt 46 in Clifton . I bought a used wrecker body from them that came off an old wrecker used in NYC. what a disaster that was. My late brother Joe had a auto body shop on river Rd in Garfield . My parents owned a home in Garfield andy siblings went to GHS. It was a sleepy close knit town in the 60/70s

@tacedaddy Жыл бұрын

I would bet im the only dude in the comments under 60 years old (im 32) that has worked on a few of these trucks, ive restored 3 now, all diesels but you gave it a valiant effort on that old gas engine

@gunnerglock Жыл бұрын

As always a great video love watching you tinker with the old stuff however, the ambulance video was really sweet looks to be a cool rig lots of potential can we get a update on that please when time permits thanks for the great content I love my pb blaster to as well.

@vickilund7206 Жыл бұрын

Your channel is awesome and much different from every other channel keep doing what you're doing I hope you're very successful

@msdespain Жыл бұрын

You're a great mechanic. A person could learn alot from being around you. Consider becoming a teacher. Your love for mechanics would be an inspiration to students.

@billyhaddock5540 Жыл бұрын

Congrats NNKH on trying to get the 54/55 Wrecker to turn-over. looks to be a good rebuild project..

@m.a.r.2789 Жыл бұрын

Just a little advice. When dealing with a seized motor pour some white vinegar down each cylinder and wait about 10 minutes then crank the motor with the plugs out to blow all the vinegar out. Then spray some wd40 or similar product in each cylinder before reinstalling the plugs. Works every time. Also you might want to double check, that maybe a 6 volt system.

@peteheyde7999 Жыл бұрын

If I was going to do anything with that truck, the first thing I'd consider is a Diesel re-power. In the 50's and 60's no one really minded "gallons per mile" calculations. That certainly isn't the case today. Anyhow, perhaps Mack gasoline power was a rarity and as a "show truck" its value would be in keeping it stock. I'd be interested in seeing how you go with that!

@SchnelleKat Жыл бұрын

Nice man! I was totally not expecting this. The B42 back is a hard to find little truck, vs the bigger brother B61. I hope it's saved. many good parts no longer being made.

@asn413 Жыл бұрын

actually i think mack is now making somenew parts for restorations.

@SchnelleKat Жыл бұрын

@@asn413 that would be big. i have a friend in texas who has been looking for b61 driveshaft for 3-4 yrs.

@trainandtruckmodeler786 Жыл бұрын

Sadly alot we're rebuilt to RBs....my dad was guilty. He took his B model to mack of Chicago....back in the early 70s for service....it came back with a R cab and hood.

@SchnelleKat Жыл бұрын

@@trainandtruckmodeler786 i didnt know that was possible!

@trainandtruckmodeler786 Жыл бұрын

@@SchnelleKat if I'm not mistaken it was made as a kit...alot of construction companies rebuilt there own. You can research them on the web, they are as rare as a unicorn fart but highly sought after by collectors.