Author Archives: Eric

Brockway Trucks – 2014 ATHS Hudson Mohawk

Posted on September 24, 2014 by Eric

The ATHS Hudson Mohawk classic truck show always has a strong showing of Brockways and 2014 saw a continuation of the trend. Brand new to the show this year was this 762 model owned by Clarence Ritchie. When I say … Continue reading →

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Mack R-600

Posted on September 23, 2014 by Eric

Grizzled. That’s how I like my trucks. Not so much my steaks. Take a look at this Mack R-600. It has character that new trucks can only dream of reaching. Rust, fading paint, mismatched tires, leaking exhaust. It’s everything a … Continue reading →

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Autocar Mondays – 2014 ATHS Hudson Mohawk

Posted on September 22, 2014 by Eric

This past weekend saw the coming and going of the 25th annual ATHS Hudson Mohawk classic truck show in Ballston Spa, NY. What a show it was. Hundreds of trucks attended over the two day event from all over the … Continue reading →

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Random Cranes

Posted on September 20, 2014 by Eric

I was driving home from work last week when I noticed these cranes basking in the fading summer sun. They looked so nice I got off the interstate and stopped by to grab a few photos. Well maintained and near … Continue reading →

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Ford Louisville Trucks

Posted on September 18, 2014 by Eric

You may have noticed that I like to group photos of similar trucks together. Today the grouping happens to be based around the Ford L-Series line of trucks also known as Louisvilles. I’ve recently came across three different models from … Continue reading →

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Ferma Demolition

Posted on September 17, 2014 by Eric

Today we check back with the demolition work on the former Downtown Plaza in Sacramento, California thanks to Ryan. Seeing the Cat 5110b from last week I knew this was a large machine even before the addition of four boom pieces. … Continue reading →

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Western Star 5700XE

Posted on September 16, 2014 by Eric

Last week I issued a bounty for photos of the new Western Star 5700XE in a “natural” environment. I was hoping to grab some shots of this new rig outside of the usual press photos that you can find all … Continue reading →

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Autocar Mondays – The Last Autocar?

Posted on September 15, 2014 by Eric

The City of Syracuse, NY used to run many, many heavy duty Autocars. They still have one in the form of this AWD Wrecker and years ago I found the remains of one hiding in the weeds. All other trucks of this … Continue reading →

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Mixer Truck Funday

Posted on September 14, 2014 by Eric

Sunday is a day of rest. Enjoy today while looking at photos of other people working. In particular drivers and crew from Cranesville Block, Robinson & Vitale Ready Mix, and McConnell Concrete. [Show as slideshow]

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Lost and Found – Santaro Trucking

Posted on September 13, 2014 by Eric

I can’t tell whether this truck is coming or going. It was located at a local heavy duty truck repair shop so it’s possible someone has dropped it off for a complete tear down and rebuild. However, it’s much more … Continue reading →

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