Mauck Special Vehicles
Construction
The MSV was hand-assembled during some 600-hours per unit, constructed of fiberglass panels and a carbon steel frame. Several frames in the later years were constructed in stainless steel. Engine options included a GM 454 cubic-inch 8-cylinder (7.4 L) Vortec, or 6-cylinder 360 cubic-inch (5.9 L) mated to an Allison AL80E heavy-duty truck transmission. MSV’s utilized air suspension systems, and the vehicle sported gull-wing doors.
In order to keep costs in line, Mauck designed his bus with many off-the-shelf parts sourced from GM, Ford and others. For instance, in addition to having a GM powerplant, MSV’s also had GM suspension and brake components, wiring harnesses and access hardware. The rear-end was a Ford 9″ with a custom-designed Currie Industries differential. Headlights were lifted from the Ford Aeromax 18-wheeler line, while taillights came from Grand Cherokees of the era, and driving lights from the Dodge Viper. Windshield wipers were from a Toyota Previa. In all, hundreds of parts were ‘donated’ from other makes and models. Still, in addition to 37 custom exterior fiberglass panels and 13 oversized panes of laminated glass, another 2,700 unique parts were required. GVWR was typically around 13,500, though this did vary depending on options and year.
Amenities
Typically, MSV’s came with dual climate controls, power windows, power door locks, power brakes, power steering, heated power mirrors, cruise control, a reverse camera, and a Street Pilot GPS. A myriad of other creature comforts could be added, including limo-style seating, microwave ovens, coffee-makers, and even a full marine-style bathroom. Quite a few also had satellite tv domes, moon-roofs and onboard generators.
Photo links
Photos of the MSV
Sources
FMCA Magazine
1999 Mauck Special Vehicles
Car & Driver Magazine, September, 1997
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