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How to: Maintain power steering
Check your lube, fluid, filter and pump to maintain power steering.
September 1, 2010
Custom Rigs
Truck Gallery
Drivers show off their rigs.
September 1, 2010
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Rick Weisheit Jr., 28, hauls contaminated soil, sa
Rick Weisheit Jr., 28, hauls contaminated soil, salt and stone in his 2006 Kenworth W900L, equipped with a 635-hp Caterpillar and an 18-speed transmission. He hauls contaminated soil, salt and stone. He’s added a custom visor, custom bumper, straight pipes and full fenders.
August 31, 2010
Business
Right Weigh unveils digital load scale
The unit has two advantages when compared with the company’s mechanical designs.
August 27, 2010
Business
Rand McNally launches next generation IntelliRoute
A software update for the IntelliRoute TND trucker-specific GPS navigation unit will be made available to current and new users Sept. 17. The unit’s new features include mileage data reporting, enhanced voice warning system, final mile address notification, Spanish and French languages functionality and full-route text preview. The mileage data reporting can be exported to […]
August 27, 2010
Business
Tridako APUs available
The new HC5128 and a smaller prototype are made for truckers with limited frame rail space. The larger unit is 28 inches wide and offers 24,000 Btus of air conditioning capacity, 30,000 Btus of cab heat, 6000 watts of 120-volt, 60-Hertz AC power, and 60 amps of 12-volt DC power. The smaller design, with a […]
August 27, 2010
Business
Navigation system
The 7750 Platinum Navigation System has a 7-in. screen, enhanced graphics for visibility in sunlight, junction view with 3D image lane assist, state mileage log and an hours-of-service log to track on-duty, off-duty and driving time. It has a quick-tabs function that offers quick viewing of distances to weigh stations, travel centers, rest areas and […]
August 24, 2010
Reader Rigs
Mark Voeltz’s 2006 Peterbilt 379 extended hood tri
Mark Voeltz’s 2006 Peterbilt 379 extended hood tri-axle dump truck hauls blacktop and concrete. The truck has a 475-hp Caterpillar and an 18-speed Fuller transmission.
August 23, 2010
Business
Lane departure warning available in Kenworth T line
The Takata SafeTrak 3 lane departure warning system is available for the Kenworth T660, T700 and T800. The systems uses an interior-mounted camera with vision software and attention to turn signal usage to alert drivers of inadvertent lane departures. The SafeTrak package is compatible with the J1939 wiring system, and the unit, wiring harness, two […]
August 20, 2010
Reader Rigs
Lee, Fla., resident Von Tompkins Jr. owns this 200
Lee, Fla., resident Von Tompkins Jr. owns this 2002 Peterbilt 379. The working truck is equipped with a 550-hp Caterpillar.
August 17, 2010
Business
Severe service battery
The 65 Initimidator Absorbed Glass Mat battery line is designed to handle severe driving conditions, frequent stopping and starting and powering many electronic devices. The battery has a tightly compressed structure and reinforced internal design that protects against intense vibration and provides more starting power, the company says. It has a sealed exterior to resist […]
August 17, 2010
Business
Replacement fuel tank
The aftermarket fuel tank is available in 50- and 150-gallon options and 23-in., 24.5-in., 25-in., and 26-in. diameters and fits all original equipment makers. The tank is available with a filler neck in right, left or center of the tank and comes with a 24-month warranty. TRP Aftermarket Parts, www.trpparts.com
August 17, 2010
Business
Navistar recognizes Grede as top supplier
Navistar named engine components manufacturer Grede Holdings as one of its 2009 Diamond Suppliers. The award is given to suppliers who “exceed performance expectations.” Grede is one of 37 suppliers to receive the award. Grede Holdings, www.citation.net
August 16, 2010
Business
APU giveaway at Great American Trucking Show
NAS will be giving away a Comfort Cab APU, including batteries, at the company’s booth at the Great American Trucking Show in Dallas, Aug. 26-28. The unit will feature the molecular radiant heater technology, new in the units. Stop by booth #13038 to enter the drawing. NAS, www.thecomfortcab.com, (616) 454-2616
August 13, 2010
Business
LED Beacon
The LED beacon 6260 is 4.9-in. tall, has three 3-watt LED bulbs and a flash operation to produce a warning signal. The unit has an operating range of 12-80 volts. The beacon light is available in amber with a two-bolt or ½-in. pipe mount. ECCO, www.eccolink.com, (800) 635-5900
August 11, 2010
Reader Rigs
Team drivers Robert and Julie Badker, of Osage, Io
Team drivers Robert and Julie Badker, of Osage, Iowa, call this 2006 Kenworth W900L their “motor home that makes money.” The truck features a 120-in. custom bunk and is powered by a 530-hp Cummins ISX geared by an 18-speed transmission.
August 10, 2010
Business
Dampers for Cummins engine
The dampers for the 6.7 liter Cummins engine can reduce vibration caused by engine torque spikes, the company says. The self-tuning design allows the damper to adjust to the engine’s frequency. The damper can protect crankshafts and bearings from damage caused by engine vibration. HORSHEL BROTHER PRECISION, www.fluidampr.com, (716) 592-1000
August 10, 2010
Business
All-electric refrigeration unit
The Vector 5100 eliminates noise, emissions and fuel consumption associated with traditional cold storage units and can reduce operating costs up to 70 percent, the company says. The unit requires a 460-volt power supply, using condenser fans and a high-performance condenser coil. The refrigerator uses a programmable microprocessor control for optimal performance and energy efficiency. […]
August 10, 2010
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