Author Archives: Eric

On the Job – Oshkosh Mixer

Posted on December 27, 2013 by Eric

I always get excited when my wife tells me she took a picture of an interesting truck. I like to think that she has fresh eyes. By that I mean she is not jaded or snobbish when it comes to … Continue reading →

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Payloader H-120

Posted on December 24, 2013 by Eric

Last month I went to an auction at Solvay Iron Works where this Hough H-120 Payloader was lurking around the back of the property. It wasn’t included in the auction but that didn’t stop a steady flow of people from checking … Continue reading →

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Autocar Mondays – Construcktor VAC Truck

Posted on December 23, 2013 by Eric

Below is a Autocar Construcktor VAC truck that once belonged to the Town of Clay, NY. According to the date stamp on the photos I spotted this truck at Tracey Road Equipment back in May of 2010. At that time … Continue reading →

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The Western Report – The Sierras

Posted on December 20, 2013 by Eric

Finally, the latest edition of the Western Report is here! The long delay has nothing to due with lack of contributions from Ryan as he has supplied plenty of great photos over the months. Below is a batch from October. … Continue reading →

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Freightliner Classic

Posted on December 18, 2013 by Eric

The Freightliner Classic, let us go straight to the horse’s mouth (freightlinertrucks.com) to get the details. The Classic and Classic XL traditional styling, impressive performance and focus on driver comfort embody the freedom of the open road and the satisfaction … Continue reading →

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Plows From All Over

Posted on December 16, 2013 by Eric

An embarrassment of plow riches today! We’ll start with the oldest plow in the group. Mike sends in a photo a Brockway 361 that was operated by his father for Chemung County until 1986 when it was traded in for … Continue reading →

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Still Working – International S2200

Posted on December 14, 2013 by Eric

Ah, the good old working mule that was the International S-Series. It was with us for so many years and in so many forms it can be hard to determine the exact age of one. Looking at the 2200 below … Continue reading →

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Something Went Wrong

Posted on December 13, 2013 by Eric

If you see a convoy liked this parked along the side of the road in your neighborhood you know something has gone wrong. This Kenworth army belongs to Winters Rigging, a company that specializes in train derailments. According to their … Continue reading →

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Still Working – Ford F-650 Snow Plow

Posted on December 12, 2013 by Eric

Is this really a F-650? I don’t know but it’s probably a good guess. This truck patrols the lots of a busy local shopping center with its 4×4 capability. Over the years it looks like the doors, cowl, and hood … Continue reading →

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Shop Truck

Posted on December 11, 2013 by Eric

Who needs an old beater pickup for a shop truck when you have a beautiful looking Western Star 4900SF to wear your logo? Belonging to Tracey Road Equipment this sharp looking truck is a necessity when moving rental equipment and … Continue reading →

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