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Full breath mouthpiece
The Full Breath Solution mouthpiece helps prevent obstructive sleep apnea.
October 11, 2010
Business
Diesel Pro fuel filtration
The Fleetguard filtration systems, from the Diesel Pro line, remove free and emulsified water and hard particles.
October 9, 2010
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St. Joseph, Tenn., resident Jerry Fox hauls steel
St. Joseph, Tenn., resident Jerry Fox hauls steel coils in his 20-year-old Peterbilt 379 extended hood. It is equipped with a 425-hp Caterpillar and geared by a 15-speed transmission. It has more than 2 million miles on it and is the only truck Fox has driven in the last 17 years. “But it’s still making […]
October 6, 2010
Business
Flex head ratchet
The 3/8-in. flex head ratchet can handle up to 300 foot pounds of torque and has seven teeth in contact with the gear.
October 5, 2010
Business
Tire traction system
The GoClaws tire traction system is made for use in mud, sand, snow and on ice. The system uses an injection-molded polyurethane assembly that passes Society of Automotive Engineers clearance requirements and helps reduce damage to tires while improving traction in poor weather conditions. Sizes are available to fit large trucks and tractor-trailers. FLEX TRAX, […]
October 5, 2010
Business
Toughbook handheld computer
The Toughbook U1 Ultra is a portable handheld device that is tested to withstand collisions and operates on a full Windows system. Designed for highly mobile jobs, the U1 Ultra has improved sunlight display and options for a 29-key numeric keypad, GPS, barcode reader, camera and mobile broadband. It provides remote access to information and […]
October 4, 2010
Business
In-cab scale display
Readings from the LoadMaxx series of truck and tractor scales can be viewed with an in-cab, 1.8-inch by 3.3-inch display screen that mounts to flat surfaces with permanent adhesive tape or utilizes a swivel mount. The LoadMaxx converts tractor and trailer suspension loads to an on-the ground weight using digital two-point calibration. A round display […]
October 1, 2010
Custom Rigs
Truck Gallery
A 1993 Peterbilt 379, a 2007 Peterbilt 379, a 2007 Kenworth W900L and a 2000 Freightliner Classic are featured.
October 1, 2010
Business
How to: Maintain your batteries
Testing of batteries and cleanup of their connections every six months, or sooner if corrosion is noticed, will prevent no-starts while also minimizing electrical system repair costs.
October 1, 2010
Business
LED rocker switch
The LED Rocker Switch is a low-current input membrane switch that is compatible with micro-processor-based electrical and electronic systems. It has wrap-around green and yellow colored lenses that act as part of the switch’s actuator and increase visibility. The switch meets the IP66 (International Protection Rating) dust and high-pressure water standards. The switch installs by […]
September 29, 2010
Reader Rigs
William Robinson, of Atwood, Tenn., hauls grain an
William Robinson, of Atwood, Tenn., hauls grain and fertilizer throughout the Southeast with his 2003 Kenworth W900L, shown here. The truck is powered by a 475-hp Caterpillar and geared by a 13-speed transmission. Robinson, 37, has been an owner-operator since he was 22.
September 28, 2010
Business
Horton expands fan drive exchange program
Horton’s Fan Drive Core Exchange program now includes all DriveMaster and DM Advantage fan drive cores. Customers can exchange these and other fan drivers for credit toward purchasing a remanufactured fan drive. Credit can be earned with exchange of Horton S, HT/S, DriveMaster and DM Advantage two-speed and MSC3 fan drives. For more details, visit Horton.
September 27, 2010
Business
Trailer brush washer
The Vader I 5000 trailer washing system is a self-contained unit that reclaims 99 percent of water used in cleaning operations. The I 5000 uses a shielded brush action to remove road film, soot and chemical deposits. The Vader can wash up to 20 trailers on a single tank of water. System takes six to […]
September 27, 2010
Business
Tandem axle adjuster
The Mark is a battery-operated, portable device that uses visual and audio alerts to help drivers make tandem axle adjustments. The Mark consists of two pieces – a trailer unit and a ground unit. When the two become aligned in the proper position, the unit will alert the driver. The Mark can be used in […]
September 21, 2010
Business
Security service package
Owner-operators can purchase a security package that includes cargo theft deterrence and advanced analytic functions to recover stolen freight in a nationally coordinated data-sharing system that delivers cargo theft information among theft victims, their insurers and law enforcement. CARGONET, www.cargonet.com, (888) 595-2638
September 21, 2010
Business
Power take-off option
Kenworth’s front engine power take-off option is available in the company’s T800 model. The unit is made for use in applications that require a power take-off for snowplow, dump, mixer, refuse, crane or other application. The take-off’s configuration offers a front-frame extension for applications that require front-mounted equipment. The devise is used with a new […]
September 21, 2010
Reader Rigs
Robert Shockey of Moorefield, W.Va., hauls chicken
Robert Shockey of Moorefield, W.Va., hauls chicken nationwide in his 2007 Kenworth W900. The truck is equipped with a 625-hp engine and an 18-speed transmission and has an 86-in. studio sleeper.
September 20, 2010
Business
Sliding axle spring kit
The sliding axle spring kit holds hoses in place to allow for easier hose and cable replacement, the company says. The kit has a scissor design and includes the company’s Qwik-Snap holders, which can stay connected at more than 80 pounds of pull force. The kit’s springs hold air lines and are made of pre-galvanized, […]
September 17, 2010
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