Monthly Archives: September 2014

Ferma Demolition

Posted on September 17, 2014 by Eric

Today we check back with the demolition work on the former Downtown Plaza in Sacramento, California thanks to Ryan. Seeing the Cat 5110b from last week I knew this was a large machine even before the addition of four boom pieces. … Continue reading →

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Western Star 5700XE

Posted on September 16, 2014 by Eric

Last week I issued a bounty for photos of the new Western Star 5700XE in a “natural” environment. I was hoping to grab some shots of this new rig outside of the usual press photos that you can find all … Continue reading →

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Autocar Mondays – The Last Autocar?

Posted on September 15, 2014 by Eric

The City of Syracuse, NY used to run many, many heavy duty Autocars. They still have one in the form of this AWD Wrecker and years ago I found the remains of one hiding in the weeds. All other trucks of this … Continue reading →

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Mixer Truck Funday

Posted on September 14, 2014 by Eric

Sunday is a day of rest. Enjoy today while looking at photos of other people working. In particular drivers and crew from Cranesville Block, Robinson & Vitale Ready Mix, and McConnell Concrete. [Show as slideshow]

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Lost and Found – Santaro Trucking

Posted on September 13, 2014 by Eric

I can’t tell whether this truck is coming or going. It was located at a local heavy duty truck repair shop so it’s possible someone has dropped it off for a complete tear down and rebuild. However, it’s much more … Continue reading →

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Neverending Road Work

Posted on September 12, 2014 by Eric

It has been awhile since I’ve shared some photos of the neverending road work taking place in downtown Syracuse. Progress is starting to show with half of the once torn up streets now paved. Some still require a final layer but … Continue reading →

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Western Star 5700XE

Posted on September 11, 2014 by Eric

Early this morning Western Star unveiled their very first aerodynamic truck, the 5700XE. Months ago I received a teaser email from a Daimler rep promising a big addition to the Western Star line up. I was intrigued to see what an aerodynamic … Continue reading →

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ATCA Northeastern PA – The Videos Part III

Posted on September 10, 2014 by Eric

I don’t mind living in the past when it contains great trucks like these from the ATCA show in Harford, PA. These videos just about finish the coverage of this fine event. I hope you have enjoyed the fine diesel … Continue reading →

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Still Working – Chevy C50 Dump Truck

Posted on September 9, 2014 by Eric

This Chevy C50 dump truck is still in use at a local golf course so I deem it to be a fine candidate for the Still Working portion of Daily Diesel Dose. The yellow portions of grill hint at a previous life … Continue reading →

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Autocar Mondays – Retirement Time

Posted on September 8, 2014 by Eric

Nobody works forever….unless you’re really unlucky. It looks like this Autocar Construcktor 2 is ready to move into the golden years of its career now that it has been retired from Utopia Precast. Clarence sends in these photos along with … Continue reading →

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