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What Gambler said is very true. I have even heard of places that won't put on vans more than 3 model years old. I don't think the GM Duramax diesels are as good as the International built T444/Ford powerstroke diesel, but from what I know the Duramax comes with a really good standard...

Try the Sylvania Cool Blues, #H6024CB. I know these put out a ton of bright light, as I use them on my motorcycle and the FL112/Freightliner Century Class trucks use the same sealed beam unit. Make sure you are not aiming way too high with the lows, and these should work the best for the round...

Waht does a topkick have in it as a stock seat? Is it a standard air seat, or something unique? Regular air seats are easy to find in all different varieties and comfort levels at truck dealerships, and bigger shops. Somehow I recall the Petro shop in Bordentown, NJ having a good selection...

RE: Toys!!! The T-Maxx is my winter entertainment too- very fun in the snow, and I get loads of it here in Buffalo. Costs about $6.00 an hour to run on 15% nitro with .16 engine. Haven't tried the boats yet, but I only live about a mile from Lake Erie and probably should, but the thing is I...

"My toy is better than your toy!" "Oh no it's not!"... "MOM!!:7 I have been building RC vehicles for years to take my mind off work and other things;-) , along with restoring cars and motorcycles. This is a Traxxas T-Maxx 4x4 with all the plastic parts replaced with aluminum. It has a solid...

I usually get my A-service done at my local shop, but occasionally go to Speedco. Last Speedco bill was $128.00, in Troy, IL in March. Truck holds 40 quarts of oil and has 2 filters. I'll see what they want next time around, but they at least used to be a good deal. -Weave-

This is his retirement truck. He mostly only carries 6 or fewer pallets under 10k lbs, so the C unit is fine. He did want a little more than the 215 HP, but would have had to move up to the larger Allison tranny at much greater cost. Other choice was M2, but International had higher quality...

My father will be picking up his brand new custom made International 4300 18' C unit next week. Tricked out nicely with 215 HP DT466, air brakes and ride, Allison automatic, and the extended cab with small sleeper. Look for some reports on this ride! -Weave-

A case of the Cummins A/C compressor mount blues. Guess you just have to dig in there and get all the bolts replaced. The pivot bolt has to really (REALLY) be tightened down to keep the thing from moving under load. I used to hate that as I could beef it down at home with the tools I have...

RE: van, My response above: Have you replaced the lower ball joints yet? That would have been the first thing to try, as they, along with the tie rod ends, are the most common wear points. -Weave-

I don't know where to get the sleeper crawl enlargened, but the state of Indiana comes to mind. A Cummins C8.3 in frame rebuild costs about $7000 including turbo. These engines will typically run between 600-800k miles or more before needing the in-frame. Clue is to watch its water...

And, just taking a wild guess, you have an Eaton 6306 6 speed? It is especially noisey with that tranny for some reason. The one on my old FL70 always chattered, even when replaced. The truck I have now has a S60 Detroit, a Rockwell 10 speed, and an Eaton Solo Clutch. Guess what? It...

If one ever needs to be replaced, turbos cost between $500-700. Get maximum turbo life by letting your diesel idle for 2 or 3 minutes after running before shutting the engine down. This is not to let it cool, as some think. It is to let the impeller slow down before stopping the engine and...

Just a couple of questions. Have you been continuously replenishing the system with refrigerant? If so, it sounds like the system is overcharged. If not, what color is the little eye on the receiver/dryer? If it is white, the dryer is no good, and the system is filled with moisture. This...

This posting is a whole hearted apology from myself, Mark (Weave) Palmer to Expediters Online members A-Team and Freespirit. It looks as though I have been very harsh and judgmental toward these two members since they joined the EO community, and having now met them and knowing them better...

Another problem with positive drug test results is they are most often reported to DAC services by the company that requested the test. But not all companies use DAC. There might have been a lot of laughter from Sean's post, but the only chemical involved in a standard urine screening test that...

Is the noise a rattling sound when you are applying power? If so, it is clutch plate chatter, and it is considered normal. I know it's annoying, but you have to live with it. I have yet to drive any big truck that doesn't have this to some extent, and it is usually the loudest right after the...

I just thought of something along the lines of this subject. On Freightliner business class trucks the battery cable assemblies in the battery box like to give up the ghost after about 5-7 years. They fail internally, you can't see anything, and testing them with an ohm meter usually reveals...

The problem won't be so much in plate and title transferring as it will be the non trucking liability insurance Paperback. Not too many companies want to touch NY as the laws are very complex. I did come up with one place today that will write a policy though. Crump Insurance, 800-410-5686...

Talked with Fern Bennett, and there is some bad news for any Oklahoma registrant. The ruling for next year will not allow many of us to register there anymore. Only owners or companies with physical presence in OK will be allowed to. That is, unless the company you are leased to has a...