Category Archives: Free and Easy

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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New Truck Convoy

Posted on March 17, 2013 by Eric

Today we have new trucks on the way to their future homes. I assume the two Western Stars below are heading to the same owner based on their matching paint color. They are both 4900 models. If I remember correctly … Continue reading →

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Monster Trucks

Posted on March 15, 2013 by Eric

Monsters Trucks. One of the most American inventions of all time. Enjoy this impressive collection of shots from the recent Monster Jam show in Syracuse, NY. Once again, Dan comes through with some amazing shots.    

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A Daily Diesel Dose PSA

Posted on January 18, 2013 by Eric

Thomas, our friend from Texas, is back with somber images of rescue vehicles that have met an untimely end. The rigs below are considered to be a total loss, apparently only viable for spare parts at the most. One can … 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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Teacher’s Pet Pulling Tractor

Posted on October 30, 2012 by Eric

Now this is a tractor! I was passed by this International Farmall 1066 “pulling” tractor on the interstate a few weeks back. It has two stacks so I’m guessing it’s a twin turbo setup. Probably makes a decent quantity of black smoke … Continue reading →

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IMCATS 2012

Posted on October 23, 2012 by Eric

This Saturday the 9th annual International Model Construction and Truck show will be held in Clarence, NY. Dan tipped me off to the show and after checking out the site I am impressed. Here is a sample of events as … Continue reading →

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Daily Diesel Dose Exclusive!

Posted on September 30, 2012 by Eric

Do you like Detroits? Do you like Brockways? Do you enjoy the scenic views of the Finger Lakes region? If you answered yes to any of those questions make sure to come back tomorrow to see what I have in … Continue reading →

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Even More Truck Show Coverage

Posted on September 23, 2012 by Eric

Yesterday I went to the ATHS show in Ballston Spa, NY. As usual there was a huge turn out of trucks. Keep watching for updates. In the mean time please enjoy this video from the ATCA Harford show from a … Continue reading →

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Try it before you buy it

Posted on September 2, 2012 by Eric

Only one way to find out if the used rock truck at the auction is something you want to buy, run the engine at full bore for over a minute. Flat tire? No problem! This 2001 Mach CH was also … Continue reading →

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