Tag Archives: tracey road equipment

At the Dealer – Garbage and Plow Trucks

Posted on June 26, 2013 by Eric

I was digging through my photos the other day to see if there were any worthy trucks I had passed over during the flurry of activity from the past few months. Turns out there were more than a few. The … Continue reading →

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Town of Harford – Western Star 4700SF

Posted on March 3, 2013 by Eric

Have we been here before? Looks like Western Star is making serious inroads into the local  snow plow market especially with the 4700SF platform. Just like the Town of Cuyler truck from last week this 4700 is powered by a … Continue reading →

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At The Dealer – Western Star 4700SF

Posted on February 20, 2013 by Eric

Finally a plow truck in my favorite color! The Town of Cuyler looks ready to roll with their brand new Western Star 4700SF. A Viking-Cives plow and dump body are the vendor of choice for this setup. Power is provided … Continue reading →

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Game Over Man, Game Over!

Posted on December 12, 2012 by Eric

Did you know that during the holiday season the average American household produces nearly 25% more trash than usual? It’s true. After all, something has to happen to those unwanted fruit cakes and dress socks. Staying with that train of … Continue reading →

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Bring On The Snow

Posted on July 30, 2012 by Eric

I know we have many Star Car fans out there so this one is for you.  This brand new Western Star 4900 SF is decked out and ready for winter.  Double wings?  Oooooh yes.  Everest plows, Hi-Way box sander and … Continue reading →

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At the Dealer – Western Star 4700

Posted on July 25, 2012 by Eric

Clean, shiny, new, how long will it last? Read the Western Star 4700 Review at TruckingInfo.com by clicking here!

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Rusty and Crusty

Posted on May 17, 2012 by Eric

That’s right, I can still find the plow trucks even though it is nearly June! Stats 1999 International 257 CUMMINS N14 ENGINE 350 HP 8LL TRANSMISSION SPRING SUSPENSION 20,000 LBS FRONT AXLE 23,000 LBS TANDEM REAR AXLE 43,000 LBS GVWR … Continue reading →

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Western Star Axle Case Study

Posted on March 13, 2012 by Eric

Today we have a case study in axle position with the Western Star 4700.  If you went to the dealer today to order a brand spanking new 4700 you would be presented with a variety of options to make your … Continue reading →

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Freightliner 114SD

Posted on February 20, 2012 by Eric

I don’t have much to say about this Freightliner 114SD, it speaks for itself, tough.

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The Look of CNG

Posted on February 14, 2012 by Eric

There has been much noise recently about alternative fuel sources for trucks.  Last year it was all about electric vehicles.  This year, it’s all about another fossil fuel taking the stage, natural gas.  I will spare you the mumbo jumbo … Continue reading →

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