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The Star Next Door

Posted on February 3, 2018 by Eric

Time to take a look at some new Western Star snow plows. This first up is a Western Star 4900 for the town of Exeter, NY. This truck is rocking the 505 HP Detroit and an 18 speed Eaton. The … Continue reading →

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At The Dealer – Stars of Different Types

Posted on May 12, 2016 by Eric

What can be said about this truck? Not much. We’ve seen this kind of setup before. It’s a newer model for sure, notice the lack of model badges on the door and engine badges on the hood. I didn’t travel … Continue reading →

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The New Face of Towing

Posted on April 2, 2015 by Eric

Below is the new face of towing for the Onondaga County Department of Transportation. A Western Star 4900 with a Miller Industries rotator. I heard rumors that the a new heavy tow truck had been purchased by the county a … Continue reading →

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At the Dealer – A Western Star or Two

Posted on July 25, 2014 by Eric

Lots of brand new equipment at dealers all over the area recently. Yesterday we saw a few new Cats while today we take a look at some Western Stars (and Freightliners) at Tracey Road Equipment. Look at this beautiful 4900 for … Continue reading →

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Town of Cazenovia – Western Star 4900SF

Posted on April 24, 2013 by Eric

Looks like the Town of Cazenovia is getting a brand new Western Star 4900SF. This truck sports an American Sno-Plows all around. The American brand is part of the Wausau-Everest brand and claims to be the successor the world famous … 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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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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Onondaga County DOT Western Star

Posted on February 1, 2012 by Eric

As far as municipal plow trucks go this Western Star 4900 is a pretty sharp unit with clean looking black steel wheels wearing custom lug covers upfront.  At the rear you have aluminum rims on the tandems with a Henderson … Continue reading →

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