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    Automatic Transmission

    Just a curious question. Those who have an automatic transmission in a straight truck and have the manual over ride do you ever use the over ride? In other words is there any recommended time to switch it to manual. I have been using it more often in congested areas, monitoring my RPMS. Also...
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    Used 16' Box

    Asking for help finding a used 16' box that is 102" wide. I currently have a 96" wide box and finding I am losing lots of load opportunities because my inside dimension is only 92". I know they make the size I am looking for but they seem to be a unicorn as used. Any help or suggestions would be...
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    Cab Cleaning

    Having not been in a straight truck for long and Load 1 providing a free wash bay, I have never used a commercial truck wash. My questions are this. Do they offer interior cleaning at the blue beacons or the Iowa 80's and if so what does it entail and how much?
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    Landing Gear

    Just a curious question. Has anyone ever had to replace or add landing gear to a truck and if so what brand would you recommend?
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    International 4300

    Need to know the good, the bad, and the ugly about this truck. Here are the specs. Engine - international dt466e Trans - Allison 2100hs 5 speed automatic GVWR - 25,999 - 10,000 front, 17,500 rear I figure my final payload will be some where between 7000 and 9000 lbs. Looking at an...
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    Straight Truck Sleeper

    Looking at buying a straight truck and building my own sleeper in it. I have everything figured out accept the 2-3 inch gap between the cab and the box. My questions are, does the box need to move independently from the ? If so what would be the best way to seal this space from the weather? Some...
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    Tires

    What is the recommended replacement tires for a van? I have 116k miles on my original Hankook tires and now that winter is over I figure I will get 150-170k miles as they still have 7/32 left on them. I know you can get into some top name brand but will they get me more milage then these...
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    Cargo Vans Again

    Now to make it perfectly clear this is what I am looking for. I would like anyone who drives a van (NOT A SPRINTER, STRAIGHT, OR TT) to take the poll and maybe even make a post about what type of van they have. Others may post as well but PLEASE do not take the poll. Thank you for your...
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    Cargo Vans

    Ok taking another poll. What is the most popular Cargo vans in use out there. I personally have a Ford extended 1ton.
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    E-Track Accessories

    Been searching for over a year now for (not sure what its called) an item that clips into the e-track and with 2 you can put a board between them to help freight from sliding. I purchased all my e-track and clips with rings from Tractor Supply Co. but have been on the look out for this other...
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