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I asked this guy for information on numerous occasions but he never responded. I wonder when it will get re-listed (again).

1967 DIAMOND T TRUCK , CONVENTIONAL TANDEMS , P5300 SERIES , WITH REO ENGINE , STANDARD ENGINE MODEL 6-170 ;
INFORMATION FROM 1970 MOTOR’s TRUCK REPAIR MANUAL.

Thanks David
I can’t seem to reply to your PM, but I did get the 65 data sheet. It should be here in a few days.
Leroy stated that its most likely a 66, possibly a 67… Still digging..

Thanks Bill. Yes, I’ve seen the Desert Classics website, but his prices versus condition don’t match my expectations, and after reading his FAQ section where he spells out in no uncertain terms that you’re dealing totally on his terms, take it or leave it and hope you’re not in any rush etc, left me not wanting to give him any of my money.

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Hello Andy,
Those lovely looking DT’s are a bit hard to come by, that’s for sure. There is an outfit called DesertClassics.com that has a few DT’s, but the prices seem to be a little hefty to me. He currently has around 11 for sale in various states of repair.
That cab and chassis that you posted is looking pretty good. A little better shape than…[Read more]

Just as a matter of interest – am I wasting my time trying to find a late 30’s example like the one on the right…

Or are then hen’s teeth and mega bucks when they do come up for sale?

Just as a matter of interest – am I wasting my time trying to find a late 30’s example like the one on the right…

Seen a few east coast trucks with the usual ‘lace curtains’ rust down below.

This is the sort of condition truck I’m looking for…

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Seen a few east coast trucks with the usual ‘lace curtains’ rust down below.

This is the sort of condition truck I’m looking for…

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