Author Archives: Eric

Classic Fire Protection

Posted on October 19, 2013 by Eric

I’ve received many great fire truck photos from Zack over the past week. I’ve decided to start sharing them by taking a look at the more vintage models. There certainly don’t make them like the beauty below anymore.   Make … Continue reading →

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Lost and Found – Slate Quarry Edition

Posted on October 17, 2013 by Eric

It’s been too long since the Lost and Found portion of this site has had a solid entry but that is all about to change in a big way. Still reaping the bounty of my trip to slate country in … Continue reading →

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1974 Brockway 361 Tow Truck

Posted on October 16, 2013 by Eric

Yesterday you saw the still and lifeless photo of the Brockway 361 tow truck that is part of the Clarence Ritchie collection. While it was a nice photo it can only convey a small impression of the true character of … Continue reading →

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The Clarence Ritchie Collection

Posted on October 15, 2013 by Eric

This past holiday weekend my wife and I took a trip to Vermont. When she first mentioned this trip my truck obsessed brain immediately started flipping through the Rolodex of what we might encounter during our journey. Before I could … Continue reading →

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Autocar Mondays – Iron Hoss

Posted on October 14, 2013 by Eric

Now this is how I like my Autocars! Well used! This truck goes by the name Iron Hoss can be found working the scrap yard at Roth Steel in Syracuse, NY. Not too long ago it was parked out by … Continue reading →

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Still Working – International S1800

Posted on October 13, 2013 by Eric

Just for the record I don’t seek out S-Series Internationals for the Still Working portion of this website. They just seem to be everywhere! I many have made this statement before but it bears repeating. International did make a large … Continue reading →

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Arkansas MV Travelers Show

Posted on October 11, 2013 by Eric

When it comes to military trucks function trumps form but yet they are attractive in their own right. Alex sent me some photos from a recent military vehicle rally featuring rigs from the Arkansas MV Travelers. Please enjoy the gallery … Continue reading →

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On The Job – Oshkosh F2346

Posted on October 10, 2013 by Eric

The more I look at this truck the more I like the glossy all white paint job. This Oshkosh F2346 is the mixer truck  you send when you need to get the job done. Check out the pumpkin up front. … Continue reading →

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Hess Trucks

Posted on October 9, 2013 by Eric

We are approaching that magic time of the year where the Hess Truck commercials invade the airwaves of your TV and the brains of your small children. For those of you not familar with Hess Trucks take a look at … Continue reading →

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2013 ATHS Hudson Mohawk – The Road to the Show

Posted on October 8, 2013 by Eric

I’m always on the look out for interesting trucks not matter the age or condition. My route home from the ATHS Hudson Mohawk show in Ballston Spa brings me right by a few locations that always seem to more than … Continue reading →

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