Author Archives: Eric

NYS Highway and Public Works Expo

Posted on October 16, 2014 by Eric

Thanks to some gentle prodding (and free tickets) from Tom I finally checked out the New York State Highway and Public Works Expo at the NYS Fairgrounds. Rhetorical question. Why have I waited so long? Going to the show sure … Continue reading →

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Still Working – GMC General Cement Truck

Posted on October 15, 2014 by Eric

Look! It’s another GMC General for Cortland Ready-Mix! We saw one of these a few months ago when The Saunders Companies did some house cleaning. As I often do when driving my eyes are constantly scanning the surrounding area for … Continue reading →

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Still Working – International S2500

Posted on October 14, 2014 by Eric

It’s good to see local towns holding on to old trucks when they still have some life left in them. I’m sure there is a some kind of state grant or matching money that would allow Madrid, NY to grab … Continue reading →

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Autocar Mondays – In Good Company

Posted on October 13, 2014 by Eric

The past few editions of Autocar Mondays have featured trucks still in the prime of the working life. Today we gaze upon three DC-9964s that may have hauled their last loads. Clarence found this trio residing in a slate quarry … Continue reading →

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The Daily Diesel Dose Tapes

Posted on October 11, 2014 by Eric

This “found” footage will not help prove the existence of aliens or tell us who built the pyramids but it will fill your ears with the sounds of diesel. To start we travel back to the first weekend of August … Continue reading →

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Concrete Shoes

Posted on October 10, 2014 by Eric

Now this is a well cared for International Paystar. Out back you have not only a hydraulic arm but a heavy duty hoist. The perfect setup for moving any chunk of concrete you may come across. This truck is part … Continue reading →

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Downtown Plaza Demolition

Posted on October 9, 2014 by Eric

Ryan is doing a great job keeping tabs on the leveling of Downtown Plaza in the heart of Sacramento, CA. With the demolition phase of the project quickly nearing an end I know you may feel sad and anxious over what will … Continue reading →

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At the Dealer – Western Star 5700XE

Posted on October 8, 2014 by Eric

Look what I found sitting at the local Western Star dealer the other day. I was pretty sure it was going to be months before I saw one of these based on the slow appearance of the last new truck … Continue reading →

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So you like Mack Trucks?

Posted on October 7, 2014 by Eric

Mack is back! Did they ever leave? Maybe. Or maybe not. A question with no answer? Or an answer to a question no one asked? Clarence sent me shots of a future fleet in the making for a destination unknown. … Continue reading →

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Autocar Mondays – Tanker Duty

Posted on October 6, 2014 by Eric

We now return to sunny California for yet another great find by Ryan in the form of this Autocar tanker. Based on the rounded grill and the hood ornament I’m going to peg this truck squarely in the middle of … Continue reading →

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