Author Archives: Eric

CSX Kenworth

Posted on April 28, 2013 by Eric

I was heading down the interstate the other day when I noticed a truck with flashing lights taking the next exit. Naturally I followed it in hopes of getting a better view. This wasn’t my exit but you just never … Continue reading →

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Freightliner Coronado SD of Q-Line Trucking

Posted on April 27, 2013 by Eric

One of my new favorite locations to catch trucks is a little stretch of road known as 7th North Street. For the Syracuse area this is truck spotting central. Why it took me so long to put the pieces together … Continue reading →

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Bristol Myers Squibb Demolition – One Month Later

Posted on April 26, 2013 by Eric

A little over a month has passed since my last coverage of the Bristol Myers-Squibb demolition job. The work site looks completely different now and for a local such as myself the new view is amazing although slightly sad. The … Continue reading →

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Tow Trucks of Utica

Posted on April 25, 2013 by Eric

Dave T. stops by again with a great collection of tow trucks (and one plow) from Utica, NY. The truck below works out of shop that restores and hotrods vehicles. It appears to be a International D-Series with plenty of … Continue reading →

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Town of Cazenovia – Western Star 4900SF

Posted on April 24, 2013 by Eric

Looks like the Town of Cazenovia is getting a brand new Western Star 4900SF. This truck sports an American Sno-Plows all around. The American brand is part of the Wausau-Everest brand and claims to be the successor the world famous … Continue reading →

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Hendrickson Twin Steer Driller

Posted on April 23, 2013 by Eric

Some neat shots today of a twin steer Hendrickson belonging to Buffalo Drilling Company. Andy spotted this truck a few years back while it was helping to construct the foundation of a new building.

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Autocar Tanker Truck – Power Test

Posted on April 22, 2013 by Eric

Today is a sad day. This is the last Autocar Monday posting until I obtain new material. Until then we can enjoy the final photo and the many who came before it. As you can see the notes below the … Continue reading →

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Still Working – International S-Series Dump Truck

Posted on April 21, 2013 by Eric

This past Thursday I was staking out a busy truck watching spot in downtown Syracuse. I was about to call it quits when I heard this International approaching from the opposite side of the avenue. There was no mistake about … Continue reading →

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CSX Crane – CR 94037

Posted on April 19, 2013 by Eric

Take a look at this impressive American crane belonging to rail giant CSX. I’m not sure how old this crane is but it really has a vintage look to it. The Conrail Cyclopedia has shots of it dating back to 1999 … Continue reading →

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On the Job – GMC C5500

Posted on April 18, 2013 by Eric

For the fans of the GMC Topkick/C5500 line of trucks this one is for you. I think this is a great looking truck with just the right amount of custom touches.

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