Monthly Archives: July 2011

The trucks of Hunts Point

Posted on July 30, 2011 by Eric

The trucks of Hunts Point, it has a nice ring to it, almost sounds like TV show title. Below you will find a few of the many, many trucks that deliver fresh fruit and vegetables to A & J Produce … Continue reading →

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White 3000 – The Journey Continues

Posted on July 29, 2011 by Eric

You may recall I posted a story at the start of July about Kurt Luthy and his near cross country trip with a White 3000.  New details have emerged regarding this epic journey of man and machine.  There have been … Continue reading →

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Famous Trucks – 1960 Peterbilt 281

Posted on July 28, 2011 by Eric

The high desert of California.  A double lane highway of twisting mountain roads through hot, arid, undeveloped land.  It’s just you and your trusty Plymouth on a routine business trip.  Your only connection to outside world is the yamar of the radio which … Continue reading →

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Truckinomics

Posted on July 27, 2011 by Eric

Running a truck down the highway requires the knowledge of many numbers.  Numbers like miles per gallon, truck weight, trailer length, and how many miles you can go before that 7-11 big gulp catches up with you.  But what else … Continue reading →

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IRT Season Five – Episode 6

Posted on July 26, 2011 by Eric

If you recall from last week Hugh had a problem with his trailer striking the wheels of his truck, eventually causing him to loose traction and become stuck.  The fix was to increase the air in his tractor’s suspension to … Continue reading →

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Fire Trucks

Posted on July 25, 2011 by Eric

Fireworks, ice cream, parades.  Three activities synonymous with summer.  I can’t help you with the first two but I can provide a nice collection of freshly washed and polished fire trucks.  Enjoy!  

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Truck Stop Missouri

Posted on July 23, 2011 by Eric

The travel channel has a new reality show starting this August 3rd revolving around a The Midway Truck Stop in Missouri.  The name says it all, the show will cover all aspects of a typical day at the Midway as … Continue reading →

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Looking Back – National Brockway Show 2010

Posted on July 22, 2011 by Eric

In case I didn’t sell you on attending the National Brockway Truck Show this August here is a small sample of trucks from the 2010 show.  Enjoy!  

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Brockway National Show 2011

Posted on July 21, 2011 by Eric

Do you like Brockways and long walks on the beach?  I can help you with the Brockways but you’ll have to find a travel agent if you want to hit the beach.  Makes plans to visit the 12th Annual National … Continue reading →

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Custom Big Rig – WesternStar “Wanted”

Posted on July 20, 2011 by Eric

Have you ever dreamed of building your own custom big rig?  A big task for sure, probably more complex than your average street road or muscle car project.  Western Star assembled a crew of the best craftsmen in the industry … Continue reading →

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