$19,800
Wilsall, Montana
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Diamond T trucks were an alternative to a Mack truck. A truck with much more style, a rakish cab, flowing fender lines, aggressive gleaming grilles, dual fold-out windshield panels and car-like interior appointments. Company founder C.A. Tilt was often quoted as saying "a truck doesn't have to be homely." Mr. Tilt built his first automobile in 1905, regular production of 3-passenger models began two years later. A customer requested a truck in 1911. Mr. Tilt became convinced their was more money to be made on commercial vehicles and converted from cars to trucks. Diamond T trucks were built until 1967, the years from 1958 to 1967 were manufactured by the White Motor Company after their purchase of the company in 1958. Approximately 250,000 trucks were built over the years. Total production of the classic Model 201 was only about 7000. The Model 201 one ton was introduced in 1938 and was available as a pickup, panel delivery or a stake truck until 1949, production was replaced in 1950 with Model 222. The maximum GVW rating was 8000 lbs. All Model 201's were almost identical, save for grill variations and a few mechanical modifications. The 201's frame differed from a Mack in that it used a reinforced X design for added strength and durability. In standard form all Diamond T's were red until after World War II when black, two tone blue and two tone green were offered. Accent stripping was standard. A deluxe version was available which included: chrome mirrors, chrome bumpers, fender mounted parking lights, stainless steel windshield frames, a clock, cigar lighter, dome light, armrests, banjo steering wheel and possibly an engine turned dash panel. Also available were huge chrome full wheel covers. From Diamond T literature "Model 201 is a unique vehicle in the light duty field. It's all truck specifications and exceptionally rugged construction set it widely apart from most trucks in this classification because they are commonly passenger car adaptations, which include the use of many units originally designed for passenger car service. The exceptional rigidity of the X-type frame promotes longer life for cowl, cab and bodies by it's freedom from weaving and distortion. In particular, the common panel body is often racked and weakened at joints and door posts when the conventional type of frame is employed. Model 201 is necessarily built heavier than the usual competition but this additional chassis weight is required to provide it's long life and low maintenance cost. It will do it's job at a lower cost per mile and per day and for a longer useful life by far than any of the lighter and less rigorously designed vehicles commonly offered in this market." SPECIFICATIONS Engine: Hercules Model QXLD3 L-head six-cylinder Displacement: 236.7 cubic inches Bore/Stroke: 3.76 x 4.25 inches Compression: 6.5:1 Pistons: Three ring, aluminum alloy Main Bearings: Seven Valves: 1.5-inch-diameter intake, 1.25-inch diameter exhaust Timing: Helical gear driven Oil capacity: Six quarts Coolant system: Radiator-cooled with thermostat, 50 gpm water pump Horsepower: 91 hp @ 3,200 RPM Torque: 190-lb.ft. @ 1,400 RPM Electrics: Six-volt battery with Autolite generator Fuel system: Single Zenith updraft carburetor Transmission: Warner T-9 four-speed with reverse, single disc dry clutch Tires: 7.50 x 16 front and rear w/optional 5.0 x 20 front and rear Wheelbase: 128 inches Brakes: Lockheed single reservoir 1.25-inch bore master cylinder, four-wheel expanding drum brakes Weight: 2,750 pounds I have often thought restoration of a Diamond T 201 is a prime candidate for conversion to a Cummins engine with Allison transmission, power steering, power brakes, etc. We have recently completed a restoration with this type of upgrade on a 1936 White Model 706 former Yellowstone tour bus. Please contact me for additional photos. I can help arrange shipping if necessary Would be happy to discuss the pickup, thanks for your interest Tracy Kroon 406.578.2000
