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Just curious... Does anyone use an auto start system that will start the truck engine if battery volts or reserve capacity falls too low? I found a company called FW Murphy and they sell engine controllers that still require a sensor to "read" the batts and close the circuit to activate the...

I need to purchase a battery box for two deep cycle batteries. Large enough to hold three would be acceptable. Is there anything less than about $300? TSI can get them for that, and it may be a bargain. Anyone know of any cheaper options? Shipping is not cheap either...

Any FECC D units have any comments on the newly announced program that Fed Ex has announced on this website. Program will move hot frt. on LTL trucks to help customers out with lower cost freight moves. They claim this will add freight to units as those customers will come back when they must...

Jeff Jensen's article on the new emission standards is timely and greatly appreciated. Cummins has a brochure out on the subject, which I picked up about a year ago. I think you can download it as well. It is an excellent piece: read it twice and need to re-read again. Urea tanks will not be...

Just thought some of you may want to see what can be possible to save a box after a major rear-ender. Last week of repairs involved straightening the chassis frame that was bent 4 inches about 12 ft. from rear past the drive axle. Box turned out pretty good and pleased with Wards Trailer repair...

Since I just noticed that two of the most recent posts were about accidents, I thought a word was in order. There are certainly precautions one can take in truck stops, but I am more concerned about the severe accidents that happen every day in an increasingly dangerous environment. At least two...

Some of you saw my post on the rear-end hit and the over-sized photo of my seat. The latest news is that my truck is still being held hostage at the towing company, because the LTL company who hit me cannot pay their bills. It appears that Overnite Transportation, now owned by UPS, is very tardy...

I am chillin out in Phx. this week on a pre-planned mini-vacation. I was so busy last week I almost hated to leave. However, I had to go at any rate as my truck was rear-ended by a tractor-trailer in a N.East Philly suburb. While coming to a stop at 22:15 after just leaving the LTL carrier's...

Tragic deaths of 12 miners in W.V. after a false report... This is what happens under deregulation, unions gone absent/broken,gov. gutting of safety enforcement, and low wage jobs in a dangerous occupation. Sort of like trucking... By the way, doubtful any illegal workers were involved, but...

I am starting to consider an investment in a APU (non- gen set)for cooling. I already use the Webasto Air Top for heating. The Berstrom Nite (cooling only) unit can be purchased for about $4000 and used with the fuel-fired heater. Webasto has also introduced the "Blue Cool" unit which uses...

Just curious at this point. I know of one source for good quality used sleepers- S & J in Ft. Wayne. However for a sleeper larger than 70", I have no clue. I highly doubt Bentz has anything, and Double Eagle might? Does anyone know of a source for a high quality sleeper from 72-84"?? I may need...

Anyone have any info on the crash near Eau Claire on a Sun. am early? The driver of the truck overturned and one of several buses carrying band members slammed into it. The 78 year old bus driver and four others were killed, and 29 injured. The truck driver, 22, driving wholesale food from...

In the Wilma watch, it appears Landstar is on a list of no bid contractors who may get investigated for high cost contracts involved in the Katrina fiasco. They got a nice plug on CNN this morning for providing trucks, planes, etc. along with other companies providing other services. Next story...

While we're on the subject of who might win some bucks on a company promo contest, can anyone seriously tell me if Fed Ex is good to the tune of $2 bills a week as a solo D' unit with a box over 22' that can plate 13K? I stay in the Great Lakes area, will run Canada and New York, and stay out...

Just got this done on the 14th. Too early to tell, but seems to help in crosswinds better than without. This is almost the smallest model, we off-set it and "wrapped" it around the QC bracket. Especially if your sleeper-cab moves and one has a larger gap to the box, this has to cut turbulence...

Looking for some history on Tri-State in the recent period; that is since the big shake-up. Looking for someone who currently or recently leased to them as a single driver. Can a single do well now? Like to the tune of 2 bills weekly?

Hey Glen! Just curious? Do lift axles have a shock absorber option? I don't understand how it is possible...

I may install a lift axle next year when my truck will be over 6 months old. RS Body in Ivel,KY. is offering a Page 20K rated lift axle installed with 2 tires and wheels for approx. $5000 incl. FET. In Ft. Wayne I get a price for a Watson-Chalin 13.2K rated axle for $6500. Both co's suggest...

Looking for any information on a Sterling L9500. I may get one if the price is right with the new Cat C-9L engine and perhaps with a Aero Bullet 68" factory sleeper. Hope to save money over a Bentz 72" and realize this is strictly a dollar decision. I know there are a few of these and Acterra's...

Need the straight shot on CTX. Not exactly pleased with current carrier's direction, and live in MI. Run a 'D' unit. Don't mind Canadian or in-transit runs, they pay better. Don't want to hear about TST- been there, done that: never worked for anyone where the difference between what safety...