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    Computerize Your Operation!

    Have you had any problems with "MapQuest"? I had low clearance problems on a route into NYC two weeks ago. Any one use ProMiles? Regards
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    Oil Additives

    A few weeks ago I asked about Synthectic Oils and the subject of Oil Add's came up. So I tried the Lucas Oil Stabilizer and am very pleased with the results. Added 25% Lucas as per instructions with the Rotella. These are the results so far. Engine (Cummins) considerably quieter especially on...
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    Who´s in that truck..and why?..Part 2

    I have the traveling bug and probably always will have it. Got out of High School in 73 did some college and was hired into the oil fields as a trainee truck pusher for the Mid-East. ( a truck pusher is the person incharge of moving the drilling rigs and assorted items from location to locaton...
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    Volvo Straight Truck?

    The Volvo VHD is a construction series truck, I believe the standard front axle is a 20K unit, A lot more than a straight truck hauling freight needs, I'm considering stretching a VN day cab unit to handle my 26ft box, I don't use a sleeper and get a lot of freight that won't fit in a smaller...
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    10w-30 for temps below 32? in diesel ford van.

    RE: 10w-30 Most SAM's clubs have Rotela 15W40 in a six (6) gallon case for 33 or 34 bucks case
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    houseworth?? any good??

    This seems high to me. As a Ground Contractor (my neighbor has a 1200 and a bulk truck with them)I'm sure you are familiar with Bush Leasing, They are back in business and have contacted me to lease new or used unit from them. I purchased a repo from them earlier payments are 800 a month...
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    running local for egl

    I agree with your comments on EGL, they are good to work for. If you go to Atlanta ask for Dave P in incoming, he always finds me a backhaul Regards
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    Trucks for freight forwarding

    Me and a business partner own 3 trucks 2 used exclusively hauling air freight, Have been very pleased with Isuzu's FTR model. These ARE not over the road Expeditor trucks but great city trucks average 11.5 MPG with Allison Automatics.
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    Synthetic Oil

    What the general opinion of synthectic oil, Extended drain intervals? Have used Rotella for last 20+ years but have a new engine and thought about using synthectics. Highly recommend the ROHO seat cushion, 3457 miles last week a much needed improvement Regards
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    Seat Cushion

    Received the ROHO seat cushion, This is without a doubt well worth the $149. Highly recommend it.
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    Repair estimates.

    Friend of mine had clutch and throw out bearing replaced last week in a 1999 4700 series International cost $862. at local IH dealer, I would replace whole unit including throw out as it will not last 2 clutches.
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    Hot Shot

    Depends on where you are located, Spent 22 years in the oilfield and hot shots were a daily deal, Gulf Coast is best area but expect to run from Tex to Mis as in state runs are few. Look in the Yellow pages for trucking companies and then get on the phone. Hope this helps
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    Seat Cushion

    I need a seat cushion for my National Air Seat, Do the water filled items work ?, Or any other tricks Thanks for the Info
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