Author Archives: Eric

Allis Chalmers D21

Posted on August 16, 2012 by Eric

I tried to upload this video last week but Youtube had other plans. Now that all the bugs have been worked out I bring you this mint condition Allis Chalmers D21 turbocharged tractor from the Empire State Antique Truck Assocation … Continue reading →

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Behind the Scenes

Posted on August 15, 2012 by Eric

Some behind the scenes action from this past weekends Brockway show.  Seems a little ironic for Brockways to be hauled by Macks but they are nice trucks none the less.

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Caterpillar Visitors Center

Posted on August 14, 2012 by Eric

Looking for that next vaction hot spot?  Take out your maps and circle Peoria, Illinois, more specifically, the brand new Caterpillar Visitors Center. Scheduled to open October 20, the 50,000 square-foot center will house various Cat equipment through the ages … Continue reading →

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National Brockway Show 2012

Posted on August 13, 2012 by Eric

This past weekend was the 13th National Brockway Show in beautufil downtown Cortland, NY.  From what I hear the final truck count was north of 148 which means the record has again been broken.  Enjoy!  

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Camel Bus

Posted on August 12, 2012 by Eric

Marc passed this photo on to me the other day.  It’s an 1954 International KB7 semi-trailer coach.  This setup screams vintage, something from a past time in public transportation.  I’m sure many drivers of modern buses would like to be separated from … Continue reading →

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100 Years of Brockway Trucks

Posted on August 11, 2012 by Eric

1912-2012, 100 years of Brockway Trucks. The factory may be long closed, having birthed the final run of trucks over three decades ago but yet the memory still remains.  The seeking eye can still find Huskies running the roads of the Northeast. … Continue reading →

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Upcoming Events

Posted on August 9, 2012 by Eric

Here is a list of upcoming trucks shows and events in the NYS area that I plan on attending. I highly recommend any of these shows espcially the ATHS Hudson Mohawk Chapter show toward the end of September. Click the … Continue reading →

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ESATA 2012 – The Tractors

Posted on August 9, 2012 by Eric

Part two of our ESATA 2012 coverage deals with the tractors, specifically, antique tractors. Now don’t let the word antique fool you, these tractors still run and did their fair share of sled pulling on the track. Olivers, Farmalls, Deere, Allis … Continue reading →

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ESATA 2012 – The Truck Pictures

Posted on August 8, 2012 by Eric

The long wait is over! Here are the truck photos from the Empire State Antique Truck Association 26th annual show in Stafford, NY. Return tomorrow for coverage of some great vintage tractor action.

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J&J Truck Bodies and Trailers

Posted on August 7, 2012 by Eric

A few days ago I posted this brand news Paystar 5900i with a J&J PVT tanker on the body.  Regular visitor Kurt recognized the body as they are made not far from him in Somerset, PA.  In fact, Kurt knows the engineer … Continue reading →

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