Mack R686ST | Truck #17 Restoration Part 16

After a short but busy summer I'm back to work on the R model Mack, but only temporarily. In this video I get the rear differentials prepped to be installed, install them, mount the steering box, and get a temporary steering wheel put in place. At the end of the video, I have a message to my viewers.
Thank you all for watching and sticking with me, even though I haven't been as active as I know you would like me to be. Hopefully someday soon I will be able to get back to regularly posting.

[@JFW1]

Sorry to hear about your dad passing. Randy Travis 3 wooden crosses. “Not what you take with you, but what you leave behind”. You definitely made home proud

[@oilfarmer706]

Thank you.

[@Jd-trucking]

I’m so sorry that your dad passed but just keep on doing what you were doing you will get though it. Loving the restoration I absolutely love Mack trucks the r model especially.

[@oilfarmer706]

Thank you. It's been difficult, but I'll get back on my feet in good time.

[@philipredmond4787]

Wishing you the best moving forward with wherever this part of life takes you!
When the time is right, hopefully you’ll be able to get back to this project. I know I sure have enjoyed watching your progress up until this point!
Sorry for your loss!

[@oilfarmer706]

Thank you for your support.

[@wclearwater1]

Condolences from my family to yours, so very sad to hear about your Dad, ... I'm very sure you will get back to the truck and continue its rebuild and I'm pretty sure we will all be still here quietly waiting for your return,,, Take care and all the best....

[@oilfarmer706]

Thank you for your support. It means a lot.

[@davidforbes6250]

All the best from Australii, looking forward to seeing your progress.

[@oilfarmer706]

Thank you

[@johnnyholland8765]

Glad to see you and the truck back. Those top loader axles are tough as nails. Very sorry to hear about your Dad. It's tough losing a parent. Mine have been gone for many years now. Doesn't make it any easier though. Don't sweat the videos. We or at least I will be here when you post again. I want to see you complete the truck. Again take care and the best of the new year to you and yours...

[@oilfarmer706]

Thank you for the kind words and support. It means a lot.

[@bradjenkins932]

Sorry to hear about your dad.. Finish the truck in his memory.

[@oilfarmer706]

That. I will do. Thank you

[@michealbuchanan9597]

Sorry to hear about your dad. I usually lean on Matthew chapter 6 for he is a treasure in heaven. Finish the truck in your own time and I will look forward to seeing your progress in the future.

[@oilfarmer706]

Thank you for that.

[@williamcraig1505]

Sorry about your dad, do what you need to do and we will be here for you

[@oilfarmer706]

Thank you

[@christopherhowden7658]

I’ve watched all you truck restoration videos. Excited to see more. Where do you find parts for these trucks I am looking to rebuild 87 Mack rd logtruck

[@oilfarmer706]

Many of the suspension and brake parts are available through aftermarket manufacturers like (Automann, Atro, Euclid, Dayton)
Just have to find a truck parts store near you that stocks those brands. Some things have come from the Mack dealership, but parts from them are usually very expensive or not available anymore.
Thanks for watching!

[@calebstokes5721]

@@oilfarmer706 25:26 I work at a Mack dealership kenmor I think has made a special tool for the older two bolt style and the newer 12 point 16mm style top load Mack carriers cost about 400$ normally just put red lock tight on the inside bolts and tightened them as tight as I possibly can with what I have