Author Archives: Eric

The Death of a Street

Posted on June 6, 2014 by Eric

Yesterday we witnessed the rebirth of a street. Today we witness the death of a street. A four lane stretch of Erie Blvd used to run here. You may remember that this is the job with the long reach Cat … Continue reading →

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The Birth of a Street

Posted on June 5, 2014 by Eric

Drivers rejoice! A new street is entering the world or at the very least, half a street. Now that utilities, curbs, and sidewalks have all been upgraded or replaced work has started on rebuilding the tattered remains of West Fayette … Continue reading →

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Snowplowpalooza

Posted on June 4, 2014 by Eric

Despite the return of nice weather the plow shots have continued to roll in to Daily Diesel Dose in record numbers. For the duration of the summer I’ll probably continue to gather shots for a monthly blowout like this June … Continue reading →

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J. Supor and Son Trucking & Rigging

Posted on June 3, 2014 by Eric

Dan caught lighting in a bottle the other night when he came across an awesome rig of the world renowned J. Supor and Son Trucking and Rigging of New Jersey. You may not known them by name but you’ve probably … Continue reading →

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Autocar Mondays – Town of Pompey, NY

Posted on June 2, 2014 by Eric

By now we should all be familiar with the new Western Star 4800 recently received by the Town of Pompey, NY. After all, this site has contained photos of this truck since it arrived as a bare chassis at Tracey … Continue reading →

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2014 ESTRA Tow Show

Posted on June 1, 2014 by Eric

Yesterday I paid my first visit to the annual Empire State Towing and Recovery Association annual show in Lake George, NY. The natural beauty of the area is only surpassed by the amazing rigs of tow operators from across the … Continue reading →

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Superfund Fun

Posted on May 31, 2014 by Eric

Looking back at the past few days worth of posts I realized there has been plenty of Peterbilt and Kenworth trucks. Today will be no different. Ryan sends in some great photos from a job site he has been working … Continue reading →

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At The Dealer – Peterbilt 389

Posted on May 30, 2014 by Eric

If you search the At The Dealer category of the website you won’t find much in the way of Peterbilt coverage. Even though the local Peterbilt dealer, Utica General, is .6 miles from my house I never go there. The … Continue reading →

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Palmyra Municipal Auction 2014

Posted on May 29, 2014 by Eric

Three weeks ago I went to the Palmyra Government Surplus Equipment Auction that gathers a variety of trucks, pickups, and heavy equipment from numerous government entities from around the region and beyond. If you are looking for a late model … Continue reading →

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Specialized Peterbilt

Posted on May 28, 2014 by Eric

Take a look at this piece of equipment, it’s a machine designed to do one unique job, the removal of traffic stripes from roadways. That’s it. Nothing else. At least that is my story. I hope it does something else. … Continue reading →

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