Monthly Archives: June 2011

Dig This – The sandbox for adults

Posted on June 17, 2011 by Eric

Most of us don’t need a reason to visit Las Vegas but in case you were on the fence here is the ultimate reason, Dig This.  Yes, this is the sandbox of your youth on steroids.  For a nominal fee you … Continue reading →

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Land Rover in the States

Posted on June 16, 2011 by Eric

Our special contributor to Daily Diesel Dose returns with this rare catch of a Land Rover minus the hood. The white NYS Lady Liberty License plate on the back of the Land Rover is one indication that it hasn’t seen … Continue reading →

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At the Dealer – Mack, Western Star and Freightliner

Posted on June 15, 2011 by Eric

Lots of money in this first photo, one of two matching units finishing setup. And here is yet another high dollar unit, winter is just around the corner. Here is a NYS Thruway plow, Freightliner edition.  Uggggggggggly. And here we … Continue reading →

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IRT Season 5 – Episode Two

Posted on June 14, 2011 by Eric

Episode two begins with a Lisa Kelly facing an old foe, the car trailer.  Long and tall, the car trailer is risky business on the Dalton Highway.  Last season we watched as Lisa succumbed to the pressure of the haul and swapped her … Continue reading →

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The Audi R18 TDI – 2011 Le Mans Champion

Posted on June 13, 2011 by Eric

For the tenth time in 12 years Audi has won the Le Mans 24 hour race.  The most recent win was provided by the R18 TDI, a turbocharged diesel race car capable of 595 brake horsepower.

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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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Ice Road Terror – Syfy Saturday

Posted on June 9, 2011 by Eric

History has cashed in on the Ice Road Truckers phenom for nearly five years so it is no surprise that Syfy has tossed it’s hat in the ring. From that channel that brought us sharktopus we now have Ice Road … Continue reading →

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Longer and heavier trucks coming to a road near you?

Posted on June 8, 2011 by Eric

The U.S. Congress is ready to start discussions relating to the maximum weight and length of semi-trucks.  As proposed, The Safe and Efficient Transportation Act of 2011would allow states to increase the maximum allowed weight of trucks to 97 tons and trailer lengths to … Continue reading →

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IRT Season 5 – Episode One

Posted on June 7, 2011 by Eric

This past Sunday, History began the new season of Ice Road Truckers with a two hour premier.  Much has changed so let’s get down to it. Right from the start, we find that the opening credits have undergone a remake.  … Continue reading →

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Lego Trucks – Nearly Real

Posted on June 6, 2011 by Eric

Legos, most of us had Legos as children but I’m guessing our models never made it to this level.  A search throught the webiste brickshelf.com reveals some interesting results. Enjoy the amazing work of Maciej Drwiega. Kenworth K-100     Kenworth W-900   

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