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Ohio-based bulk asphalt hauler J.D. Howardâs custom 1995 KW W900L, with an older A-model feel
VIDEO: In addition to a down-to-the-frame refurbishment of many of the mechanical components of the truck, Howard invested in Jones Performanceâs older A-model-style hood for the W900L and an 66-inch ICT flattop sleeper built to resemble a classic Double Eagle-style model, giving the rig an overall retro feel.
April 2, 2019
Custom Rigs
Introducing the âGooseâ 1996 Classic XL and its 140-inch remodeled custom ICT sleeper
Daniel and Phyllis Snow of Harrison, Ark., have lived more than the last decade with their long-in-progress 1996 Freightliner Classic XL, âThe Gooseâ to their son Jaymeâs workhorse âThe Duck.â The 1996 XL features a remodeled 140-inch big bunk with all the comforts of a home.
November 6, 2018
Custom Rigs
Video look on a 353-inch-wheelbase 1999 Classic XL and its 190-inch sleeper
Owner-op Jayme Snow showed the unit recently at the Guilty by Association Truck Show, parked up next to his parents Daniel and Phyllis Snowâs 1996 Freightliner. Jaymeâs rig and its two sleeper and wheel-base extensions, among other details, are no doubt remarkable.
October 25, 2018
Equipment
Custom sleepers, while costly, can ease relentless OTR lifestyle
At a cost of $200,000 to $300,000 or more, custom sleeper trucks can include stoves, freezers, TV set ups, and even full bathrooms with a toilet and shower.
February 8, 2018
Custom Rigs
The âHillbilly Hiltonâ cometh, winneth awards
Pictorial tour through Melvin Davis Jr.âs finished 163-inch big bunk 2000 FL Classic â a winner at the annual truck show at the Michigan Van Buren County fairgrounds. Plus: Some âpretty good drivingâ caught on video.
September 2, 2014
Custom Rigs
Video, pics: Custom 1988 Freightliner
Davis custom-built the FLD after locating it in a salvage yard in 2000 â today he hauls reefer freight with it primarily between Illinois, Texas, Florida and his home base in Michigan.
February 21, 2013
Channel 19
More photos: Mel Davisâ custom Freightliner
A visit with Michigan-based independent owner-operator Melvin Davis in Nashville yields more great pictures of his custom big-bunk reefer hauler.
January 29, 2013
Channel 19
More trucks, scenes from Knoxville show last week
Cinderella sleeper storyI was stoked at the Southeastern Regional Truck Show in Knoxville, Tenn., last weekend when, on Saturday morning, this yellow Mack pulled into the lot with none other than my childhood hometown of Rock Hill, S.C., lettered on the doors. The unit is the four-year project, completed when he put the truck in [âŚ]
April 22, 2012
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