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Hi I need to raise my garage.Has anyone ever done this?It needs to come up >16 inches.The bottom of the trusses is right at 8'.Any suggestions?

Hi I read bambam's post and wondered what tips would you give a noob about driving in snow and ice.Personally I try to never change lanes on a bridge when its slick.Also I clean the windows and lights everytime I stop so I can see them and they can see me.

Hi Why is Bush sending more troops to Iraq and not to Afganistan?Has he forgotten who attacked us?It seems to me that he is pitting the US soldiers in Iraq against the US soldiers in Afganistan. Why does the news constantly report on Iraq but avoids talking about Afganistan?Its like the...

HI Anybody ever have to remove the rear door hinge pins and bushings?My right rear door is getting harder and harder to close.There appears to be a metal mesh around the pin and this has worked its way loose and is slowly working its way out. Do I need to cut the top of the pin off and then...

HI How can I get ahold of an actual person who can undo a major safety department error?I have tried callng them and QC'ing them with no luck.Does anybody have an email address for safety department?

Hi Im only batting 500 on getting freight out.Im considering taking the rate cut of 2 cents and just not going to CND.Im thinking I'll save the 2 cents by not having to bounce 250 miles back to the US.Love going to Toronto but just can't afford to deadhead.

HI Last week I was taking a load from Toronto back to the US.The broker was Wilson.I faxed the paper work and then called them about an hour later to be sure they got every thing.I drove to with in 30 miles of the border and called Wilsons to see if my PAP's was in the system.The lady told me...

HI Anybody heard anything about us having to seal our vehicles with gov't seals?My understanding of this is its only for automotive loads.I checked the US Customs site but could not find any thing related to this.Is this just a rumor or is it a fact?

HI Has anyone ever had this problem with thier E350?After about 30 miles the speedo needle drops then when you let off throttle it comes right back up.After about 100 miles of this the waterpump starts leaking.It is building up pressure inside the coolant system but when Ford pressure tested...

Hi Noticed my van is starting to lose power and that the exhaust has an unusual odor.The dealer said they are getting alot of these complaint since the beginning of the month.They believe the diesel suppliers are trying to use up all their old diesel so they can get ready for this new stuff...

Hi Anybody useing a scanguage in their truck?

HI Reading thru the forums here lately I've seen alot of complaints relating to dealership problems.What do you think they need to do to improve? Here is my wish list. 1}a 2 year unlimited mile warrentee on commercial vans. 2}an efficent parts distribution system. 3}regional 24 hour...

Hi Just found this out.If you have a Ford deisel never put Mercon 5 into the tranny.Even though some Ford manuals and dealerships recommend it.It will cause early tranny failure.Use Mercon 3 only.Mercon 5 is for tranny's behind a gas engine and Ford didn't change it in the owners manual for...

Hi Anybody else tried these new life time guarranteed wipers?I've had mine for 6 months and they are still as good as new.

Hi How do you decide between what is a want and what is a need? Like specing a truck I want power mirrors but, I need cruise control.I want a big bunk but, I need atleast 8.5 feet of cargo space.I want Streets and Trips with voice command but, I need Quantro Pro. What have you bought because you...

HI Got a couple of guestions and a price comparison. 1. Did your company get a fsc increase. 2. Has it made a difference in your ability to accept loads. Did a comparison for the week of 09/05/05 thru 09/12/05 compared to 09/05/04 thru 09/12/04 and 08/05/05 thru 08/12/05 date , miles ...

HI While watching the news last night and this morning heard that some states are going to drop thier gas tax. Anybody know if this includes the tax on diesel. So far I've heard it's Ohio and Wisconsin.Sure hope other states follow suit.

As the holiday nears I thought I'd ask a question unrelated to trucks.What is the biggest fish you have ever caught? Give some details such as bait, weather conditions and general location.

HI I only have one problem with a shut down. Its not fair to the customers that have been paying +10cent fsc for the last 3 years. I feel these customers should be applauded not kicked in the teeth. But I guess its not going to matter once fuel goes above $3.00 a gallon because most of us will...

HI Can anyone tell me the rules for a truck crossing into Canada with just part of a load and the remaining freight coming in on another truck.Did one of these a few weeks ago, what a mess.After talking to a broker I'm not the only one having a problem with this. Any help would be greatly...