Monthly Archives: March 2014

On the Job – Random Cranes

Posted on March 20, 2014 by Eric

I have a tough time photographing cranes usually because they are so large they are hard to frame correctly. Toss in a restricted job site and the task becomes even more difficult. Try, try, try again has to be the … Continue reading →

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The Original Tilt Shift

Posted on March 19, 2014 by Eric

Tilt shift photography as interesting combination of camera settings that transform real life subjects into ones that resemble scale models or dioramas. In the past Dan has shared with us his take on the latest rage with his photos of … Continue reading →

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False Start

Posted on March 18, 2014 by Eric

Looks like the Barrett Paving crew I spent so much time watching last summer has returned for more storm sewer action. No doubt lured out by the warm weather of last week activity was in full swing on what appears … Continue reading →

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Autocar Mondays – Ortiz Wrecker

Posted on March 17, 2014 by Eric

There are times when you don’t have to say much about a truck. Often times that is the case with genuine Autocar Trucks. The entry for today is no exception. Once again Jeremy shares with us a fine example of … Continue reading →

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Whole Lot of Cement Going On

Posted on March 16, 2014 by Eric

A friend of mine moved into a new house about a year ago. You may remember when he shared with us a video of the lumber used to construct the frame of home as it was delivered. Almost since day … Continue reading →

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Make Way For St. Patrick’s Day

Posted on March 15, 2014 by Eric

Two days ago we saw the City of Syracuse DPW crews patching the roadway for the upcoming St. Patrick’s Day parade. Today we join them as they clear mountains of snow from the sidewalks along the parade route to make … Continue reading →

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National Grid Truck Bingo – Video Edition

Posted on March 14, 2014 by Eric

Welcome to the first edition of National Grid truck bingo containing video! It’s been a long time coming. Earlier this week there was massive power outage at the nations 6th largest mall, Destiny USA. The outage lasted for over 24 … Continue reading →

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On the Job – DuraPatcher

Posted on March 13, 2014 by Eric

Two days ago it was sunny and in the low 50’s. Today it is cloudy, a foot of new snow is on the ground and the temperature is topping out at seven degrees Fahrenheit. The joys of March! Not one … Continue reading →

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ebay Finds – Oshkosh K2358

Posted on March 12, 2014 by Eric

My dad tipped me of to this listing the other day and I’m glad he did. For those of you looking for rare and unique ride this is your ‘Kosh. Listed as a 1986 K2358 model this monster comes equipped … Continue reading →

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Monster Jam 2014 Syracuse NY

Posted on March 11, 2014 by Eric

Sunday! Sunday! Sunday! Well, actually it was Saturday but who cares when were talking monster trucks! This weekend I attended my first Monster Jam event in over a decade. The last time I saw the monsters race Grave Digger and … Continue reading →

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