Author Archives: Eric

2014 ATCA Northeastern PA Truck Show

Posted on September 1, 2014 by Eric

It’s hard to believe but another edition of the ATCA Northeastern PA truck show has come and gone. Yesterday as I stood outside the fair grounds watching the trucks leave I heard the announcer closing the show up for another … Continue reading →

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The Aftermath

Posted on August 31, 2014 by Eric

Remember that windstorm that kicked the Village of East Syracuse right in the teeth back in early July? Of course you don’t! Unless you live her like I do. Anywaaay there were more than enough trucks and heavy equipment to … Continue reading →

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A Land Where Man is Closer to His God

Posted on August 30, 2014 by Eric

The Distant Early Warning Line, or DEW Line was a system of radar and military installations constructed in the far reaches of the Arctic to provide early detection of invading Soviet Union bombers. Construction began in the mid 50’s and … Continue reading →

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CSX Trucks

Posted on August 29, 2014 by Eric

Another notch in the belt for my wife after you spotted this interesting looking Western Star for rail giant CSX. It is difficult to tell but there is a rail bogie hanging directly underneath the cab. This truck is ready … Continue reading →

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NYS Fair 2014

Posted on August 28, 2014 by Eric

I went to the New York State Fair yesterday where I convinced my wife to run through a crowd of people to grab this shot. I think she did a fantastic job don’t you? That’s a nice horse hauler you … Continue reading →

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Still Working – Kenworth K100

Posted on August 27, 2014 by Eric

Recently Patrick was quick enough with his camera to catch a shot of this very nice Kenworth K100. The name and area code suggest this truck is from the Westchester County area of New York. I couldn’t find any more … Continue reading →

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Autocar Mondays – Midland Asphalt

Posted on August 25, 2014 by Eric

While the paint job may not be as shiny as their R-model Macks this Autocar tanker from Midland still has a job ready look about it. Having the winters off (free from salt) has really helped to preserve these trucks … Continue reading →

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Coming and Going

Posted on August 24, 2014 by Eric

Awhile back I caught this Sennebogen 830 leaving Tracey Road Equipment on the back of their lowboy. It was close to being a great shot until a Chevy pickup decided to make a left turn in front of me. An … Continue reading →

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We’re Not in Texas Anymore

Posted on August 23, 2014 by Eric

Excuse my excitement but you just don’t see many trucks with a setup like this in New York. In the land of oil field work a truck like this long hood DM is a dime a dozen but the last … Continue reading →

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International R-210 Tow Truck

Posted on August 22, 2014 by Eric

Ryan has stumbled across another jewel in the desert in the form of this International R-210 tow truck. Found in the farm country near Escalon this truck appears to be in near perfect shape. Maybe fresh batteries and some gas … Continue reading →

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