B-42

On Monday, October 30, 2017 at 4:02 PM, HeavyGunner said:

I’ve had enough but unfortunately I have another 31 years until I’m 67. I’d love to go do something else but it’s hard to give up a great paying job with bennies even if I don’t like it. Just the thought of starting at the bottom again is what keeps me from quitting...for now.  

HeavyGunner, 

Your age is definitely a factor.  At my age, the choice is very clear.  I don't enjoy any part of this career anymore and it is time to step away. I'm not sure what I'll be stepping in when I step away but I am willing to scrape it off my shoe and move on. Seems like every day something happens that validates my decision. Today was no exception. 

Can someone record and post the segment?  We don't have History channel . Would like to see it.

27 minutes ago, BillyT said:

B42, Perhaps the E logs inception is a lobbied for,attempt for the major truckload carriers to rid themselves of the last of the experienced drivers that are such a thorn in their side! With auto brake, lane keeping technology and computer shifted (but gear driven) trannys that get as good or better mileage than manually shifted ones, the need for "real" drivers who drive defensively and know how to shift for best fuel economy is reduced,since these drivers are aware of all the "games" companies play to reduce their income loading by wage rate,the "double dispatch" to make sure a critical load is covered which leaves the second driver without a load or income etc! Just sayin'

 

Billy T, 

You have made some excellent points.  I hadn't looked at the issue from that perspective but it is no different than forcing "early retirement" on a long term employee who is an asset to the company so the bottom line on a balance sheet looks more favorable since his inexperienced replacement is paid a much lower salary.  Just happened to a friend of mine.

I do not want to give the impression that I think I am God's gift to the transportation industry; however in the past 42 years of earning a living in the cab of a truck I am the first to admit that I have survived  some  "errors in judgement" and have made it a point to learn from the experience and not repeat them.  That cannot be legislated or replaced by technology no matter how the powers that be frame it "in the interest of safety" (in my humble opinion). 

My solution to the ELD controversy can be seen in the trucks for sale section of BMT.  There are other factors that led to this decision but the Dec. 18th deadline  is the one that clinched it.  I'm sure I'm not the only one who has had enough.

2015 MACK CXU 613     $74,000

VIN#  1M1AW07Y6FM044505
445E
225,000 miles
M Drive--12 Speed auto w/performance mode
3.08 Rears
221” WB
11-22.5 LP     25,000 on Steers,  35,000 on Drives
Centramatic Balancers on all axles
70”  Mid-Roof Sleeper w/fairing    
Grand Touring Package
Idle Free  APU-Webasto heater,  A/C--120v
Refrigerator
Platinum Plus Ext. Warranty until 9/18

Truck is in excellent condition

Located in South Central Virginia

PM me for more info and pics
 

Fascinating article and gallery as well.  Great that an organization took the interest to preserve the site in such great detail as to tell the story so completely when the trend these days seems to be to erase past events in history as though they never happened.  

Thanks for another great post!

5 hours ago, RFCDrum said:

The dreaded El Dorado seat. Drove many RD's with these hated them.

I had forgotten the sensation of feeling like my jewels were caught in a vice until I watched the video.  Thanks, Paul, for bringing it all back.  

Good one!!

Thanks to all for the good wishes,  HOWEVER this you tube link best explains why I quit having birthdays.

 

Thanks. I enjoy almost every part of the restoration.

except the part trying to figure out why the mounted tires refused to go back on.

that's the part WE enjoyed most!

thanks Bob but I quit having birthdays when I got past my "best by" date.

The B-42 was born six weeks before I was and is in much better condition.

With 13,000 miles on it over nearly  60 years, probably only called out to get cats down from trees.

4 hours ago, TDBach said:

Thank you Don...my grandma stated "I'm so happy old Gus is safe"   she told someone else that she honestly thought we scrapped the old truck.   It was worth all of the hard work, just to see her react this way.

Tracy

That smile on her face says it all.  Mission accomplished and well done. We all enjoyed taking the journey with you.

On Wednesday, May 10, 2017 at 10:09 PM, 41chevy said:

Not mine.....dang it!!

https://www.machinerytrader.com/listings/other-items/for-sale/7131498/1935-mack-bx?dlr=1&pcid=2842383&if=1

 

Heads up Willie dog. There's your next project! 

On Monday, March 27, 2017 at 0:48 PM, 41chevy said:

Used to have those delivering milk and one from Dugan's Bakery delivering bread when I was young. Nice.   Paul

Born in Yonkers.   Remember Dugan's bakery and Dellwood dairy both delivered to our house with Divco trucks.  Driver could swing seat out of the way and move vehicle from stop to stop with hand controls standing up to save time. That set up would never be allowed today.  Very cool vehicles.