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Big oil stealing more of our dollars

The national retail average fell for the week ending august 22nd.  Dropping 2 1/2 cents to $3.81 a gallon, according to the us department of energies information administration.  The biggest drop was in the central Atlantic region dropping 3.9 cents per gallon.  But the national average was still 85.3 cents higher than 1 year ago.  The record diesel price was 4.76 in July 2008.  

What all of this means is it’s getting harder to earn a living being an “owner operator” in the land of the free.  If you’re considering buying a truck you need to think about the fuel prices getting higher each day.  If you’re an owner operator now you need to find creative ways of saving fuel if you want to stay in business.  I have a cheap fuel finder on my blog use it.  “It’s” all a scam from the big oil companies to squeeze every penny out of you.  Still we do nothing about it!!  How about we truckers stop buying fuel for 2 days?  Then we can get their attention.   Every day we lose more owner operators because of high fuel prices. Those men and women are the backbone of our nation.  Without trucks America stops.   August 30th 2011

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How To Beat A Speeding Ticket

Everyone want’s to know how to do this?  I’ve beat several in court so i know some secret’s.  I beat one ticket when the officer forgot who i was in court!  I beat another one with Arizona  reasonable, and prudent laws.  Look that law up on google you should know it!  First never admit guilt!!!   If the officer asks you,  do you know the speed limit here?   Answer no sir im not sure.  Never argue try to be normal not out of the ordinary. “Act ignorant”, and scared you might get a warning if he believes you did not know you were speeding.   Remember everything around you!   How many car’s pass, and what colors.  I one time asked the officer, remember the red car that passed us?  He did not remember, so i asked him how can you remember it was me speeding then? I remember the car why didn’t you?  That shook him up, and he started to stutter in front of the judge.  If you get a ticket,  delay the court as long as you can!  Keep getting  continuances as many times as they will let you.  This is very important as the officer will forget the details, or may change his job then you win.  Also request the officer get his radar gun certified, and mention in court that your speedometer is off.  Get the officer on the stand, It’s your right to question him about everything Ask him what was the weather that day, and how many other trucks there were on the road.  This is only my opinion results may vary Ho Ho, always have a lawyer.  Let him do the work for you he will win !  My lawyer out of phoenix wins 75% of the time. These are just some step’s you can take to beat a speeding ticket.  The best way to not get a ticket is,  don’t get caught!  GONZOTRUCKER

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Turn  right  on  the  unmarked  unpaved  dirt  road,  travel  4  miles  through  the  woods  until  you  see  the  paper  mill  on  your  right!  What?

“That was the directions that came across my Qualcom”,  one day back in 2003.   Needless to say I was hesitant to drive down that road in Illinois.  In the winter no less!    The directions this time was correct, ask any  Truck Driver and they will say that  Is the biggest stress factor In Truck Driving is getting lost!   “All of us have stories like this”,  and the frustration of being lost can sometimes stress a driver out. 

My first trip to  NYC I got lost for over six hours, and could not even find my location on the atlas.  Finally I found the interstate and got back to the new jersey turnpike toll plaza.   ”I called the receiver and told them if you want your load come to me and I will follow you back into the city.”   Another time in Minnesota I could not find the shipper for two hours, it seems there was two streets with the same name!  

That time I quit driving my truck, and was so stressed out I walked away from the truck for 30 minutes to take a breather. Now the new truck driver has a neat little tool  GPS (global position system).  

 Have  you ever got a secretary on the phone who does not know how she drove to work?  Or  one who forgot to tell you about the low bridge just before the building?  These are some of the things we had to deal with back then. But today with a Good GPS unit you no longer have to deal with these problems, and you can concentrate on driving your truck.  

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Kenworth Trucks

History

The Kenworth Truck company is an American maker of heavy duty and medium trucks. Incorporated in Seattle in 1923, the company now has a presence in countries such as Australia, Canada, and Mexico. Although the original founders were George T. Gerlinger and Louis Gerlinger, Jr., they later sold the business to Edgar K. Worthington and Captain Frederick Kent. At the time of this transaction (1917), the original founders were conducting business from a commercial building owned by Edgar K. Worthington’s mother. Two years later (1919), the older Kent retired from the business. This was not the end of the flourishing business as Kent’s son Harry took over and became Worthington’s partner.  After the takeover was complete, Kent and Harry moved the business to 506 Mecer Street. Later on, they moved the business to 1263 on the same street. These two businesspersons lent the company its now famous name. By 1922, the company was well on its way to success with sales of 53 trucks.During its early days, the company assembled trucks only. This was to change in 1926 when the first buses rolled off the assembly line.

The second world war saw Kenworth dabble in supplying the army with heavy-duty wreckers. In addition, the company also got into the aircraft-manufacturing act by sub-assembling the Boeing B-17 bomber.  The Pacific Car and Foundry Co. bought the Kenworth company in 1945. The company holds the enviable position of being the first to offer diesel engines for trucks. With such an impressive background and history, Kenworth has continued to capture the imagination of truckers in the US to date. The following guide will take you through the different types of Kenworth trucks.

T440

This is a true workhorse in every sense of the word. Depending on your needs, you can purchase a tractor-trailer or straight truck. The gross vehicle weight (GVW) for these truck options ranges from 33,000lbs to 68,000lbs. Under the hood, you will find a powerful PACCCAR PX-8 engine that can deliver 350 hp and 1,000 lb-ft of torque. If you still prefer another type of engine, you can choose Cummins engines. The Cummins ISL G is a natural gas engine with the capacity to deliver 320 hp and 1,000 lb-ft of torque. Another great option is the Cummins ISL that can easily top 380 hp and 1,300 lb-ft of torque. Front axle ratings start from 12,000 to 22,000 lbs while single rear ratings start from 21,000 to 30,000 lbs. If you happen to have interest in a dual rear, the axle ratings start from 40,000 to 46,000 lbs.

T660

Powered by a 485-hp Cummins ISX engine, this truck can easily generate 1,650 ft-lbs of torque. Combine this with a 13-speed manual transmission and performance gets a new meaning. According to the manufacturer, the T660 the engine meets stringent federal emission benchmarks. This truck also has an extended day cab where you can store personal possessions. To be precise, the cab has an extra 6 inches of length. This adds up to a total of 122 inches from front bumper to back of cab. The manufacturer has also thrown in an additional 5 inches of height to accommodate the really tall truckers. On average, the T660 chugs 7.2 miles per US gallon. At night, you can rest assured the new halogen headlamps (generating 44 percent more output) will light up your way.

Kenworth Trucks

T700

According to the manufacturer, the T700 has the lowest aerodynamic drag of all Kenworth trucks. Interior features include state-of-the art multiplexed instrumentation with Kenworth NavPlus, audio controls, and audio controls. Other features include a drawer style refrigerator, adjustable flat panel TV mount, and a soaring 8-foot cathedral ceiling. On the outside, the T700 has a stylish grille bearing the Kenworth signature, halogen projector headlamps and an aerodynamic high roof.

C500

This is a truck that redefines the word beast of burden. Moving 200-ton loads is not a strange occurrence. Whether you are moving timber or coal loads, the C500 has the power and toughness required for these tasks.

T800

The T800 has an LNG engine that can deliver 450-hp and 1,650 ft-lbs. in addition to the LNG fuel system, the Cummins ISX 15-liter engine uses Westport’s High Pressure Direct Injection (HDPI) technology. As a result, the trucks use 95 percent natural gas and 5 percent diesel.

W900

This is a Kenworth truck with a long nose and engine size ranging from 9 to 16 liters. The engine generates 625 hp while the front axle rating ranges from 12,000 to 22,000 lbs. For the rear axles, ratings range from 23,000 to 58,000 lbs.

T170

This custom built class 5 truck uses a PACCAR PX-6 engine. The truck takes a 4×2 configuration and a gross vehicle weight (GVW) of 19,500 lbs. Other features include tilt steering wheel and telescoping, a durable chassis, and an electronic shift module.

T270/T370

This is a medium duty truck rated at 26,000 lbs GVW. As a trucker, you can opt for a non-CDL operable or straight truck. You can also choose automatic or manual transmission. For the class 7 T370, the GVW range starts from 26,001 to 33,000 as a tractor or straight truck.

T470

The Kenworth T470 packs a GVW rating that starts from 33,000 to 68,000 lbs. Powered by a PACCAR PX-8 engine, this truck delivers 350 hp and 1,000 lb-ft. The optional Cummins ISL engine delivers 380 hp and 1,300 lb-ft of torque.

Kenworth Trucks

T270/T370 Hybrid

The T370 has a GVW rating that starts from 26,001 to 33,000 and is a handy choice for utility as well as pickup and delivery operations. On the other hand, the T270 boasts of a GVW rating of 26,000 lbs. You can purchase the truck as a straight or CDL operable truck. A PACCAR PX-6 engine powers both types of trucks.

Kenworth trucks are still as popular today as they were in the past with truckers. The manufacturer continues to innovate and use new technologies. This has seen the company win awards such as the J.D Power Awards for Heavy Duty Truck Product Satisfaction. To ensure maximum fuel efficiency, new truck models boast of aerodynamic designs and innovative engines.

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disc brakes

How to change disc brakes

Tools required: jack, jack stand, a lug wrench, flat head screwdriver, brake pad lube,

a 3/8 ratchet, a socket set, a large pliers or a caliper compressor tool, and brake pads.

Note: Some vehicles require a star bit commonly known as a torx or an allen style bit

to remove the brake caliper.

1. Start by breaking the lug nuts loose. Do not remove the lug nuts from the car.

2. Place jack at the recommended place on the vehicle, refer to owners manual if your

not sure where to place the jack.

3. Jack the vehicle up so that the wheel is off the ground and place the jack stand

securely underneath the vehicle. Under the frame or the pinchweld area located at the

bottom of the rocker panel.

4.Remove the lug nuts and the wheel.

5. Using the correct socket with the ratchet loosen and remove the two bolts securing

the caliper to the vehicle. Located at the top and bottom of the caliper.

6. The caliper is tight against the brake pads so using the standard screwdriver, pry it

loose at the top center and bottom center.

7. Remove the caliper. At this point it is a good idea to inspect the rotor for deep

scratches, cracks, thinning, etc.

8. Remove the outer brake pad and using either large pliers or a caliper compressor

tool to compress the caliper so that the piston is completely depressed. Be careful not

to damage the rubber O ring gasket on the piston. Remove the inner brake pad.

Note: When compressing the caliper, there will be fluid loss which is normal.

9. Place new pads in the brake caliper, reverse of the removal operation. Lubricate all

the contact points on the brake pads and slides.

10. Replace caliper on the rotor, align and start both caliper bolts making sure they are

not cross threading. Tighten both bolts and double check.

11. Put the tire on followed by the lug nuts and tighten.

12. Remove the jack stand and slowly let the jack down.

13. Tighten the lug nuts skipping every other one.  You should circle the lug nuts twice

to be certain that they are all tight.

14. Repeat the proceedures for the other side {sides}.

15. When finished, pump brakes and check brake fluid. Add if low.

Note: Lug nuts should be checked at the next oil change or 3000 miles to make sure

they havent loosened up.
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