We have a 49 one/ton flatbaed dually without a two speed with a newer 235
and drive on the interstate here at 55 sometimes 60. We also have a 216
which we usually do not run faster than 50. It is a pickup and we need to
put in a little better ratio rear end sometime.
Sincerely,
Dave Shier
www.mtntown.com
Brad Newman wrote:
> Yesterday in my travels I ran across a 51 1 1/2 ton AD, complete with
> working dump bed. The guy that has it is about 85 years old, and said
> that he bought it new in 51 for his construction company. It is in
> unbelievably good shape; the only thing wrong that I can see is the cab
> corners are starting to go. It is 100% original, it even has the
> original jack and tool set.
> Anyway, the guy offered to give it to me after he moves (about 6
> months). I need another project like I need a hole in the head, but the
> price is right.
> Question:
> Does anyone know how fast these trucks will go? What I mean is are they
> safe to put on the highway? It has a 2 speed rear end, if that makes a
> difference. The reason that I ask is that if I were to get it I would
> like to put it to use hauling rock from a quarry (about 25 miles away)
> to my new farm for a road that I am building. I would have to travel on
> a busy 2 lane highway that is posted at 70 for the majority of the trip
> to and from. I know that 70 is out of the question, but what can I
> expect?
> Thanks for any help.
> Brad
>
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