Monthly Archives: October 2011

Killdozer – The D9 From Hell

Posted on October 31, 2011 by Eric

*Read in voice of Rod Serling* Picture if you will a remote pacific island. The sandy beaches and lush tropical vegetation are a veritable paradise on earth. The crew of Warburton Oil Resources Company are used to such exotic locales, … Continue reading →

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Lost and Found – GMC 8500

Posted on October 29, 2011 by Eric

I stumbled upon this GMC 8500 a few months back and forgot about it…until now.  Like most trucks in the Lost and Found category it has seen better days.  Some where along the line the 8500’s grill went missing and a fair … Continue reading →

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A Detroit Diesel Transmission?

Posted on October 28, 2011 by Eric

For those of you holding your breath while waiting for a Detroit Diesel manufactured axles, exhale.  For those of you waiting for Detroit Diesel transmissions, keep holding.  The long awaited announcement has finally occurred, Detroit Diesel will introduce a full range of powertrain … Continue reading →

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Old Zamboni

Posted on October 27, 2011 by Eric

Clearly, this is not packing a diesel but I think it’s cool enough for a post on this site. This appears to be an old Zamboni, maybe from the 60’s?  The Norfolk Community Center doesn’t ring any bells either, certainly not from … Continue reading →

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The PACCAR Profit Machine

Posted on October 26, 2011 by Eric

Economically speaking, times are tough but there are signs of light on the horizon.  Truck manufactures in all segments are reporting rising sales and increased demand.  And, as we all know, heavy truck sales are a leading sign of economic … Continue reading →

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Old Cranes

Posted on October 24, 2011 by Eric

Old Cranes, are they diesel related?  Yes, in fact, most cranes have two power sources, one to move the crane and one to lift the load.  Much like these two.  I am unsure of the year for both makes.  Lorain … Continue reading →

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Lost and Found – Kenworth C/O

Posted on October 23, 2011 by Eric

Here is another old truck gem hiding in plain site.  Pick your favorite origin story for this truck as it wears Oklahoma plates, a Texas registration sticker and NY Heavy Use tax stickers from 2003.  CAT Powered?  Could be.  The … Continue reading →

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What was it?

Posted on October 22, 2011 by Eric

Patrick sent this photo a few days ago of a truck located at Clark Concrete in Syracuse, NY.  Clearly, this poor rig was a victim of a fire.  Hopefully no one was injured.  The engine appears to have been painted … Continue reading →

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Your new truck awaits

Posted on October 20, 2011 by Eric

Here we have three brand new Kenworths and one Peterbilt heading to their new homes. This is a common mode of transport for new trucks from the factory to the dealer. Most dealers have a hoist system on hand to … Continue reading →

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Truck Jumpin’

Posted on October 19, 2011 by Eric

The Crusher, the baddest White WIM you will ever see!  There is not much I can say other than WATCH THIS! And if that wasn’t enough for you here is an ’74 gas powered International Loadstar plowing into a school … Continue reading →

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