Author Archives: Eric

Akerman Excavators

Posted on November 10, 2013 by Eric

During my journey through red slate country last month I stopped at active quarry that utilized a variety of older heavy equipment and trucks for daily operations. Two of the excavators in use come from the Akerman family; a brand … Continue reading →

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Heavy Duty Sterlings

Posted on November 9, 2013 by Eric

The Sterling brand name may have returned to the pages of history but the same can not be said for many of their trucks. It doesn’t take too much effort to find one on a street near you. Here are … Continue reading →

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Fire Truck Fridays?

Posted on November 8, 2013 by Eric

Could fire truck Fridays become a regular occurrence around here? Who knows. Is there enough interest out there for such a thing? Let me know how you feel. To help persuade you in one way or the other here are few … Continue reading →

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Youtube Finds – The Ultimate Moose Bumper

Posted on November 7, 2013 by Eric

It’s that time of the year when deer and many other four legged creatures give in to the irresistible urge to run in front of moving vehicles. If you’ve ever hit a deer with your car or truck you know … Continue reading →

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Still Working – R-Model Mack Tanker

Posted on November 6, 2013 by Eric

I sure do enjoy spotting old trucks still earning their keep. This very morning I happened across this well preserved Mack R-Model for Midland Asphalt as it was spraying down some sort of coating before asphalt was applied. Seeing this truck … Continue reading →

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Ax Men Season 7

Posted on November 5, 2013 by Eric

This Sunday the seventh season of Ax Men airs on the History Channel. I will tell you right off the bat I could care less about the log count and who is king of the mountain. It’s all a load … Continue reading →

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Autocar Mondays – Domenick Zanni Sons Inc

Posted on November 4, 2013 by Eric

Today we have a really nice looking Autocar still working for Domenick Zanni Sons Inc of Reading, MA courtesy of Michael. He tells us that this truck is still in use and it’s not  hard to understand why. I really like … Continue reading →

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Still Working – An Old Crane

Posted on November 3, 2013 by Eric

Old cranes, they are fun to look at. Even more fun when they are still on the job. Perhaps more than any other piece of equipment on the job site cranes seem to be the oldest. It probably has something … Continue reading →

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2013 Hess Truck

Posted on November 1, 2013 by Eric

Two weeks ago I ran a post revolving around Hess trucks of both the real and collector variety. Soon there after I was contacted by the marketing firm responsible for the annual toy Hess Truck collectible. I was asked if … Continue reading →

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Highway Thru Hell – Season 2

Posted on October 31, 2013 by Eric

I’m a little late on this notice but you know what they say, better late than never. Season 2 of Highway Thru Hell kicked off last week which means by the time you read this two episodes have already aired. … Continue reading →

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