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Anybody have personal knowledge of Anthony liftgates? Anthony Liftgates designs builds the premier liftgates for trucks of all sizes

Which manufacturer for replacing roll up door have you been satisfied with?

NJ has a program where they will reimburse O/O or fleet owner for the cost of installing a generator up to $17,000.00 per truck. Any other states have similar programs?

Talking with a driver and the subject of welding came up he said DOT requires one to use a certified welder when welding anything to truck frame. A certified welder affixes a triangle plate over weld to verify it was done properly. Is this factual information?

Been on the west coast for several weeks running hard along I-15, I-5 and in between using the generator quite a bit with the 90+ temperatures. It has cut my fuel mileage by 1.5 to 2mph on those really hot days. Hard to find a tree in many places to get some shade and can’t stop in the higher...

O/O of a 1998 FL70 with CAT 3126, 6 speed automatic, 22' dry box, 84" sleeper and liftgate scaling out with full dual 75 gallon tanks plus personal gear at 23,000 pounds. Last 2 loads I got 11.3 mpg driving 55 mph and 10.5 mpg driving 60 mph right after these loads I had oil changed along with...

I was at TA in Greenland, NH awaiting next load when my starter just wouldn’t crank over any more. I called CAT repair shop 50 miles away and they recommended National Wrecker Service who is located 5 miles away in Portsmouth, NH. So I called them and they responded towed me to shop and told...

Does anyone have personal knowledge on FS-2500 or similar model(s)? I’m considering installing one in my 1998 FL70 with a CAT 3126. Thanks for taking an interest in the FS-2500 bypass filter from Filtration Solutions. Our filter is a patented, very efficient and very compact bypass filter...

January 26 finalized the deal on 98 FL70 and getting signed on with Landstar Express America have driven 2100 miles to date as a solo. Keeping my speed 60-62 mph I’ve averaged 11 mpg this includes using generator most evenings and some day periods. On next run plan to fill up at beginning and...

Trying to locate information on Thermo Dynamics Generator anybody familiar with unit?

Would like to talk with current or past owners/drivers of Sterling Acterra. Please send PM or E-mail. Thanks

When buying a used truck what steps can be taken to check status of trans and clutch? Having dyno and oil analysis will be done with engine. Thanks

During MATS a representative from Georgia Freightliner said during seminar at EO site either mechanic(s) or O/O(s) had done research, as a result tire pressure only needs to be 92 lbs for expediters driving D unit(s). The reasoning was most loads are less than 5,000 lbs. The research showed...

Appreciate price and location(s) for used 22'or 24' dry box hopefully with lift gate. Also need name(s) of outfits that properly stretch. What pitfalls should I be aware of before going this route? I've read the archives and want to get updated information. Thanks

I've been told a reading of 3.5 oil blow by is good results for engine? Would appreciate your input. Thanks

O/O told me his International Cummings M-11 runs better and quieter substituting 3% fuel with Sam's Club soy oil. Your thoughts. Thanks

Jeff Jensen's article on CB's was informative. Jeff, do you ever take a day off? Before I started expediting last year it had been decades since I last used a CB radio. What is the channel number for emergency weather feature? What other channels are useful to remember and for what reason...

Isn't Freightliner Business Class M2 106 built on on Class 7 frame? So much to learn. Thanks John

I drove last year for O/O and have decided to purchase my own used truck. I plan on having oil analysis, dyno, ECM, review of maintenance/repair records, physical examination of entire truck and road trip performed before I purchase. Any other suggestions as to what would be appropriate...

Looking for information on a generating system called Pony? Can anyone enlighten me? Thanks John