Author Archives: Eric

Lost and Found – Old Tow Trucks

Posted on December 27, 2012 by Eric

These two old tow trucks stand guard to the gates of Dobbins Auto Parts in Adams, NY. I’ve seen a few photos of the treasures that lie within and I have to say they are nothing short of impressive for … Continue reading →

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Snow is Coming

Posted on December 26, 2012 by Eric

Winter has arrived in part of the world. In fact, by this time Thursday I should be able to look out my window at nearly a foot of freshly fallen snow. I’m sure at some point I’ll wish I had … Continue reading →

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The Night They Saved Christmas

Posted on December 24, 2012 by Eric

It wouldn’t be the holiday season without Christmas movie specials. With that in mind I bring you The Night They Saved Christmas, a TV movie event from 1984 staring June Lockhart and Art Carney. The plot of the movie revolves … Continue reading →

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The Wait is Over – Komatsu PC600LC

Posted on December 23, 2012 by Eric

After months of waiting I finally caught the Komatsu long reach in action. The jaws on the end of this machine tear through the concrete and steel of this building with ease. Notice how the cab tilts back to make … Continue reading →

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Did Anyone Order Some Lumber?

Posted on December 22, 2012 by Eric

A friend of mine is in the process of building a new home. I’m pretty sure he stops by the job site every morning on the way into work to check on the progress. Some may think this borders on a obession … Continue reading →

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Can You Guess The Price?

Posted on December 20, 2012 by Eric

Whenever I had a day off from school I always made it a point to watch the Price Is Right. I always enjoyed the showcases that contained a car as a prize. When else will you see someone loose their … Continue reading →

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The Last Friday

Posted on December 19, 2012 by Eric

In case you didn’t know, the Mayans 5125 year long calendar ends this Friday, 12/21/12. To some, the end of this calendar signals the end of the world as we know. To others it simply means the Mayans felt no … Continue reading →

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War and Peace

Posted on December 18, 2012 by Eric

Here is another little gem I picked up at a truck show this past summer. This advertisement from WWII details the use of Autocar trucks as they haul 60-ton,105ft long, 26.5 ft tall, hull segments eight miles through crowded city … Continue reading →

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Duplex Plow Truck

Posted on December 17, 2012 by Eric

Duplex discussion has been pretty popular around here the past few weeks and now thanks to Ryan the fun continues. Take a gander at the “Last One”, a chunk of rolling steel that once operated for Fred Burrows Trucking of … Continue reading →

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Terex FDB4000 Mixer – Northern Ready Mix

Posted on December 14, 2012 by Eric

This Terex Mixer belongs to Northern Ready Mix, a company that seems to do nearly everything relating to both residential and commercial construction. Check out their website here for more photos of mixers and other assorted equipment. From the angle of … Continue reading →

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