Category Archives: Still Working

Posts about old trucks and equipment still earning their keep.

Still Working – Western NY Concrete

Posted on August 8, 2011 by Eric

Here is a lot of nice old iron in one location and for once it’s not a scrap yard! Western NY Concrete Corp of Batavia, NY has a large fleet of newer model front discharge mixers but also quite a … Continue reading →

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Still Working – Scania and International

Posted on August 4, 2011 by Eric

You don’t see too many Scania’s around Upstate NY much less the rest of the U.S. but here is one captured outside of Fulton, NY. This Scania wears the markings of the Oswego County Highway Department. Individuals more seasoned than … Continue reading →

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Still Working – GMC General

Posted on June 30, 2011 by Eric

This GMC General was spotted along NY RT 5 east of Vernon, NY.  This Five Star warrior hauls pool water for Schaller Pool Water.  This is one of two companies(that I know of) on RT 5 in the same general area that … Continue reading →

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Still Working – Brockway 358

Posted on June 23, 2011 by Eric

From the still working archives I bring you this Brockway 358 belonging to Suit-Kote.  This is the is the first Brockway related post to hit Daily Diesel Dose and for that I apologize, expect more Brockway coverage in the coming … Continue reading →

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Still Working – Military Style Wrecker

Posted on June 10, 2011 by Eric

The tow trucks of Madison County Here is a military style wrecker that is now leading a quite civilian life as show truck for the Madison County Highway Department.  This truck is immaculate.  You could eat of the frame.  Not … Continue reading →

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Still Working – Duplex Tow truck

Posted on June 2, 2011 by Eric

Here is a very unique find on the streets of East Syracuse, a 50’s something Duplex. The history of Duplex Trucks is a tad murky. All Duplex trucks were custom built and used a variety of cabs manufactured by other … Continue reading →

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Still Working – International Loadstar

Posted on May 11, 2011 by Eric

This International Loadstar belongs to Davis Wallbridge, Inc.  A paving a contractor in Syracuse, NY.  Like the rest of their fleet this old truck is well maintained and sees regular work.   Manufactured from from 1962-79 the Loadstar was available with both … Continue reading →

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Still Working – International Cargostar

Posted on April 27, 2011 by Eric

I nearly lost control of my car when I saw this old Cargostar parked at the NYS Thruway garage in Syracuse. Some may find this crazy but being partial to Internationals I consider this quite the catch. At first glance … Continue reading →

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Still Working – Ford LTL 9000 and Diamond Reo GIANT

Posted on April 19, 2011 by Eric

Quite a catch here for a Tuesday, a Ford LTL 9000 and Diamond Reo GIANT. Two great examples of trucks that following the most basic of design, big hood, big engine. Do you know of an old truck or piece … Continue reading →

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Still Working: Autocar Roll-Off

Posted on April 14, 2011 by Eric

Welcome to Still Working, a series that I hope will become a regular on Daily Diesel Dose. Still Working will pay tribute to the trucks and machines that have long ago lost their showroom shine but continue to loyaly toil … Continue reading →

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