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Mason's 1968 model 05
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- Bus Model: 1972 Silver Eagle VIN 8VA8711, Body Type - MH, Make - SIEA
- Location: Logan, Ohio
Re: Mason's 1968 model 05
I must say this has been super helpful. I have a 1972 05 model and i'm looking to do a similar build. Your documentation, photos and advice will prove to be invaluable to my success. Thanks for taking the time to do this. I only hope my build will be close to yours. I plan to raise the roof and add a few slides for good measure. What are your thoughts on CAT C13 as a power plant. I have one and and Allison automatic out of a 2004 doner truck. Just looking for ideas and feasibility. Continue to keep us posted on your progress.. Can't wait to see the finished product.
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- Bus Model: 1968 model 05 Eagle series 60 and B500
- Location: McCook NE
Re: Mason's 1968 model 05
What I see at first glance: c13 is 7 inches shorter and 600 lb lighter than s60 12.7
This is a plus in an eagle.
Shorter the better!
Depends also on what Allison you have...
And you'll also hear a lot on rear end gearing... I won't join that argument. My head hurts from all the advise I have had on that topic...
Length is probably your biggest hurdle
Also, is will take a lot of fabrication to make a big engine like that fit.
I have a lot to say, but not sure where to start?
I'll send a PM
HTH
M
This is a plus in an eagle.
Shorter the better!
Depends also on what Allison you have...
And you'll also hear a lot on rear end gearing... I won't join that argument. My head hurts from all the advise I have had on that topic...
Length is probably your biggest hurdle
Also, is will take a lot of fabrication to make a big engine like that fit.
I have a lot to say, but not sure where to start?
I'll send a PM
HTH
M
1968 05 Series 60/B500 swap 2019-2021
1971 05 8v71 Spicer 4 speed parts bus
1971 05 8v71 Spicer 4 speed parts bus
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Re: Mason's 1968 model 05
More pics
Sorry no real order
Sorry no real order
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1968 05 Series 60/B500 swap 2019-2021
1971 05 8v71 Spicer 4 speed parts bus
1971 05 8v71 Spicer 4 speed parts bus
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Re: Mason's 1968 model 05
Rust replacement
1968 05 Series 60/B500 swap 2019-2021
1971 05 8v71 Spicer 4 speed parts bus
1971 05 8v71 Spicer 4 speed parts bus
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Re: Mason's 1968 model 05
Allison computers mock mounted beside steering wheel
1968 05 Series 60/B500 swap 2019-2021
1971 05 8v71 Spicer 4 speed parts bus
1971 05 8v71 Spicer 4 speed parts bus
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Re: Mason's 1968 model 05
Radiator mounted
I think the stack is going to work!
Next up: driveshaft to miter box and plumbing!
Concerning the driveshaft, I need opinions about a fan clutch... I keep going back and forth, fan clutch, yes or no?
P.S. Still need to put Wayne's gusset under the miter box, lot of torque on that thing.
I think the stack is going to work!
Next up: driveshaft to miter box and plumbing!
Concerning the driveshaft, I need opinions about a fan clutch... I keep going back and forth, fan clutch, yes or no?
P.S. Still need to put Wayne's gusset under the miter box, lot of torque on that thing.
1968 05 Series 60/B500 swap 2019-2021
1971 05 8v71 Spicer 4 speed parts bus
1971 05 8v71 Spicer 4 speed parts bus
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- Bus Model: 1985 Eagle 10 with Series 60 and Eaton AutoShift 10 speed transmission (SOLD)
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Re: Mason's 1968 model 05
I thought I had commented, but I must not have sent my reply.
I noted several places where you double tubed the frame. That is a much better process than trying to spice in new tubing.
Jim
I noted several places where you double tubed the frame. That is a much better process than trying to spice in new tubing.
Jim
Jim Shepherd
Evergreen, CO
'85 Eagle 10 with Series 60 & Eaton AutoShift 10 speed transmission SOLD
2005 Dodge 2500 with 5.9 Cummins and 6 speed manual 2022 Sunset 28 foot trailer
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Evergreen, CO
'85 Eagle 10 with Series 60 & Eaton AutoShift 10 speed transmission SOLD
2005 Dodge 2500 with 5.9 Cummins and 6 speed manual 2022 Sunset 28 foot trailer
Bus Project pages: http://beltguy.com/Bus_Project/busproject.htm
Blog: https://beltguy.com/Travelogue/
Email: eaglesinternational.email at gmail.com NOTE this email box is only for general correspondence related to the forum and not technical advice. Technical questions will not receive a response.
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Re: Mason's 1968 model 05
Yes, Jim, splicing the tubing does not seem strong enough from my standpoint.
The nut on the input shaft of the Dropbox was loose (i.e. I reached up and backed it off by hand after we took the 8v71 out)
So I sourced a new one, installed it today.
Took a little time...
Anyone know the torque it's supposed to have?
The nut on the input shaft of the Dropbox was loose (i.e. I reached up and backed it off by hand after we took the 8v71 out)
So I sourced a new one, installed it today.
Took a little time...
Anyone know the torque it's supposed to have?
1968 05 Series 60/B500 swap 2019-2021
1971 05 8v71 Spicer 4 speed parts bus
1971 05 8v71 Spicer 4 speed parts bus
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Re: Mason's 1968 model 05
Since last post I have made fan shroud, almost completed fuel system, engine plumbing 90% done, replaced lots! of air lines, mounted rear levelers, and mounted muffler and exhaust tubing.
It seems like I might see it run again!
But wow, what a mess I have made!
It seems like I might see it run again!
But wow, what a mess I have made!
1968 05 Series 60/B500 swap 2019-2021
1971 05 8v71 Spicer 4 speed parts bus
1971 05 8v71 Spicer 4 speed parts bus
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Re: Mason's 1968 model 05
Curb side HWH jack
1968 05 Series 60/B500 swap 2019-2021
1971 05 8v71 Spicer 4 speed parts bus
1971 05 8v71 Spicer 4 speed parts bus