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I would look for a used reefer tank. I've noticed some that are about 1/3 the length of a "normal" tank, so it could be an easy mount to the underside of the box floor struts using the mounts it comes with. I'd guess they might hold 10 or so gallons, and they have a gauge in the end of the...

I clicked on both links, but the result looks more like a letter written in Cyrillic than a photo of a truck. Rex

After giving this some serious thought I have come to the conclusion that I am a Freight Amalgamation and Relocation Technician. Freight is delivered to the terminal I run out of from many sources. Prior to heading out for the week, myself and the forklift operator amalgamate the freight for...

I think the source of the quote in you sig line is former Sec of State George C. Marshall, the developer of the Marshall Plan that helped Europe get back on it's feet after WWII. Rex

Paperwork needed: (NOTE: The documents asked for may vary from state to state) Current CDL w/correct endorsements for yourself DOT Physical Card Cab Card for the truck Insurance Card for truck Log Book current to the last change of duty status Paperwork for load in truck If you have this info...

While the religious extremists at the AmFamAssn would like everyone to believe that their efforts are soley responsible for the decline in FoMoCo's fortunes, I think the reality of the situation is more likely to be a combination labor costs, top heavy management, vague market focus and lack of...

I have become a fan of roll-ups. When I drove Co. trucks they all had swing doors, the truck I bought has a roll-up. After using it for over 7mos., I like it better. I have made 2 trips into Carnegie Body Co. in Cleveland,OH for roller and hinge repairs as it had not been properly maintained...

> > I recently bought a straight truck. a 2001, 8100 >International with a sleeper and a 22 foot bed. > Is that "bed" as in flatbed?? Rex

As a 40+ year motorcycle abuser, his comments make very good sense. I have always ridden with the attitude that "they're ALL out to get me"!!! Force of habit has me using the same attitude if I'm driving my 4wheeler or my 10wheeler. I'm not paranoid, I KNOW they're after me!!!!!}> Rex

Do they have a web site? I tried a Google search, but came up MT. Be careful, this could be a "Wallet Lightening Device" like the Turbo 3000D. Rex

My rig came with a set on the steer axle. They seem do to a nice job of keeping things smooth, there is essentially no vibration and the tires are wearing very evenly. I had the steers swapped side to side a while back and when I accelerated up to freeway speed the first time I thought the lug...

> But you cannot adjust left to right with the screw, only up >and down. >The screw is there but no nut for it. Kind of like screwing >yourself;) There WAS a nut on the adjuster screw at some point in time. Sounds like a trip to the parts counter is in order. I see a lot of M2 and Century...

The problem is most likely to be a case of mis-adjustment. The Co. I drove for last year had M-2 Biz Class units that had less than stellar headlights. Here's how I fixed it. Find a wall that you can park the truck about 25' away from (on a level surface) and then adjust the "hot spots" of the...

>Ok everyone, >We don't really know what the DOT Road check is all about. >What else should we be looking out for besides PM >and logbook stuff? >Thanks! >Laura This is an annual event that is essentially made for the media. Inspection crews will be out in force checking commercial...

RE: How many mpg can I get from a DETROIT engine t 300 gallons X 5MPG = 1500 miles Why do you want to run out the full capacity before refueling? Also, keep in mind that you probably won't be able to get a full 300 gallons into the tanks.....most are configured to allow about a 95% fill. Rex

Having just picked up my truck from the shop with all new brakes on the tandems, fresh shoes on the steer axle, a major PM service and a DOT inspection, I anticipate that I'll be seeing the "Green4GoBy" light on my PrePass a lot in the coming weeks! Funny how things work. Rex

RE: How many mpg can I get from a DETROIT engine t It's pretty hard to speculate on what a specific truck might get for fuel mileage. As a tractor pulling a trailer this rig might be somewhere in the 5.5 to 7MPG area. Are you going to use it as a tractor, or making a straight truck out of it...

>Mr. Mayfield > >You need to chill out > >All I was wondering is why I don\'t see your name on the >plaques in the hallway leading to the orientation room. > >With as long as you\'ve been with FedEx, I don\'t understand >why I can\'t find your name. Certainly, there\'s a reason. > >And by...

Tuesday afternoon I was fueling at the TA in Willington,CT and the guys at the adjacent pump, in a FECC "D" unit w/96" condo, were commenting about "how tough it must be to have to live in a 48" sleeper for 3-4 weeks at a crack". I told them it's pretty easy as "it's a 51" and I'm home every...

I wish someone would tell the dolt parked next to me at the MA TPK plaza in Lee,MA on I-90!!! A Canadian with his rig pumped up on hi-idle and the fan cycling every few minutes. It's all of 70 degrees and looking to be a beautious night. What's the proper etiquette for asking a driver who's...