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1977 kenworth c500a

Discussion in 'Trucks [ Eighteen Wheelers ]' started by lfe.kalco, Jun 7, 2010.

  1. Jun 7, 2010 #1
    lfe.kalco

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    Just purchased a 1977 Kenworth C500A and trying to find some info.
    It has 2 levers on top of the dash, I am assuming that they are for a differential lock and possibly gear reduction. Don't want to switch them until I am certain of their functions. Would be great if I could get my hands on a copy of an owners manual - if any are out there.
    Looking for answers.
    Jeffrey
     
    lfe.kalco, Jun 7, 2010
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  3. Jun 7, 2010 #2
    phroziac

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    hahaha niice. I love those old trucks. Got pics?

    Anyhow, why dont ya show a pic of those levers?
     
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  4. Jun 7, 2010 #3
    black_dog106

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    welcome to the forum lfe.kalco. Dont have any advice on your levers, but there will be members here that will help you. There isnt much you can throw at these guys that they cant solve.
     
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  5. Jun 10, 2010 #4
    3408

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    We used to run 77 kW conventionals, don't know the model number, but they had the deep reduction and diff locker mounted on top of the dash within easy reach of the driver.
    If equipped with a 15 speed roadranger.
     
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  7. Jun 10, 2010 #5
    stranger

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    Probably differential lock and sliding 5th wheel. A picture is worth a thousand words. Would like to see the truck myself.
     
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  8. Jun 11, 2010 #6
    Working Class Patriot

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    Does it look something like this? [​IMG]
     
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