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General tires get SmartWay approval
General tires S581 and S371, D660 and ST250 are now approved as having low rolling resistance in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s SmartWay program, manufacturer Continental Tire announced. Steer tire S581 features an 18/32-in. 5 rib tread. The S371 steer and drive tire has a 20/32-in. tread depth. The D660 drive tire has a closed […]
May 20, 2010
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Boyd Bros. orders ProStars+ with 2010 EPA-approved engines
Boyd Bros. Transportation ordered 325 International ProStar+ tractors, heavy-duty truck maker Navistar, Inc. announced May 20. The tractors run on MaxxForce 13 engines equipped with advanced exhaust gas recirculation technology that meets 2010 emission requirements set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The Clanton, Ala.-based flatbed carrier was named the 2010 Best Fleet to Drive […]
May 20, 2010
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Reader Rigs
Harry Grimes’ 2010 Peterbilt 387 is a project in t
Harry Grimes’ 2010 Peterbilt 387 is a project in the works. The new rig is equipped with a 500-hp Cummins and a 10-speed Eaton Fuller. Grimes, a resident of Phoenix, Ariz., is leased to U.S. Express and hauls dry van freight in 48 states.
May 18, 2010
In The Works
Equipment
Automotive service machines
MotorVac machines provide diagnostic service and flush and fluid exchange on various engine systems.
May 14, 2010
Business
Shock absorbers
Designed for Class 8 trucks, the 2 5/16-in. big bore mono tube shock absorbers have a 4.2-square-in. piston area, spherical rod bearing mountings, two urethane shaft oil seals and a chrome shaft. The shocks are built to last 350,000 to 400,000 miles and can be factory re-built, the company says. ROADKING SHOCKS, www.class8truckshocks.com, (619)766-9207
May 14, 2010
Business
Trailer dome light
The Super 80 LED interior trailer lamp detects motion up to 10 feet away from the lamp’s surface and comes on. The dome lamp is designed to stay on for 5 minutes of inactivity before shutting off. It is made of die cast aluminum, has a polycarbonate lens and a near flush mount design of […]
May 14, 2010
Business
Disconnect switch
The sureStart Low Voltage Disconnect Switch disconnects non-critical loads with an electronic sensor that detects excessive discharge. The switch has a service life of more than one million on/off cycles and has a rating of 100 amps at 12 volts or 24 volts DC. Featuring a compact size, it requires no separate solenoid, which simplifies […]
May 14, 2010
Business
Drivetrain treatment
Nanomaxx Drive Train Treatment works in engines, transmissions, rear ends and bearings and is designed to improve fuel efficiency and extend the service life of drivetrain parts. The product requires no added appliances or filters. The treatment reduces hydrocarbon, nitrous oxide and other emissions, the company says. FUSION-TECH, INC., www.fusion-tech.com, (919) 212-2245.
May 13, 2010
Business
Truck seat
The new Next Generation legacy truck seat has longer armrests and enhanced back support that proects the spine’s natural curve. Concave frame structure and bolster radius supplies a will-fit design wtih side-to-side bolster support. The shoulder region is 19 inches wide, and foam cushions minimize spinal pressure. The seat fully reclines and is available in […]
May 12, 2010
Business
Fluid test media
OilCheckUp features instant fluid diagnostics of engine oil, transmission, brake, differential, transfer case, gearbox, power steering, hydraulics, coolants-radiators, heat exchangers and other fluids. The fast test media with chromatographic results offers visual and comparative fluid diagnostics to actual new engine oil, and to manufacturer’s recommended oil and filter change intervals. Any particle contaminants will form […]
May 12, 2010
Business
Onboard scale
The handheld TruckWeight onboard scale can read the weight of your trailer from up to 100 feet away from your rig, according to the company. A wireless sensor is attached to every axle group and is accurate to within 1 percent of gross vehicle weight, the company says.  Smartscale Technologies Inc., (877) 757-7888.
May 12, 2010
Business
Air conditioning compressors
In an expanded line, air conditioning compressors come equipped with double end-capped PAC oil and anti-wear additive and are available for all makes and models of class 6-8 vehicles. The drop-in replacement parts were tested to original equipment specifications for the heavy-duty truck market, the company says.      Visit www.alliancebrandparts.com for a list of […]
May 12, 2010
Business
Onboard scales
The handheld TruckWeight onboard scale can read the weight of your trailer from up to 100 feet from your rig, according to the company. A wireless sensor is attached to every axle group and is accurate to within 1 percent of gross vehicle weight, the company says.  Smartscale Technologies Inc., (877) 757-7888.
May 11, 2010
Reader Rigs
Rusty Ryan, who is leased to Landstar, says his 20
Rusty Ryan, who is leased to Landstar, says his 2007 Peterbilt 379 Legacy, shown here, is the sixth Peterbilt he’s owned in 20 years. The truck is powered by a 550-hp Caterpillar and an 18-speed transmission.
May 11, 2010
Grandpas Last Ride
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Fluid test media
OilCheckUp features instant fluid diagnostics of engine oil, transmission, brake, differential, transfer case, gearbox, power steering, hydraulics, coolants-radiators, heat exchangers, and other fluids. The fast test media with chromatographic results offers visual and comparative fluid diagnostics to actual new engine oil, and to manufacturer’s recommended oil and filter change intervals. Any particle contaminants will form […]
May 11, 2010
Business
Engine oil drain valve
The Fumoto Valve is a quick-release brass ball valve that replaces a standard crankcase oil drain plug. By installing the valve, the company says, engine oil can drain without the use of tools and without a mess. The valve requires one to lift the lever from its locked position and give it a quarter turn […]
May 5, 2010
Business
Engine maintenance solution
The CombustiKleen Upper Cylinder & Intake System Cleaner is pulled directly from the can into the intake manifold, the company says. The fine mist reaches every part of the intake and combustion chamber, removing contaminants such as carbon, gum and varnish. Gold Eagle Co., (800) 621-1251
May 5, 2010
Business
Battery isolator
Cole Hersee’s Smart Battery Isolator 48525 and 48530 prevents loads on the auxiliary battery from draining the starting battery, the company says. The smart battery isolator provides a more flexible solution than traditional isolators, as it is not specific to an alternator type. Also, Cole Hersee’s smart battery isolator is smaller, lighter and generates less […]
May 5, 2010
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