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  1. classictruckman

    Bucyrus Erie 22b boom inserts

    Does anybody know where I can get some boom inserts for a 1956 Bucyrus Erie 22b with the bolt together angle boom fairly cheap? I was given this machine as a restoration project so it's not like it's going to be making money for me, but I've got a few projects around home that I could use a...
  2. classictruckman

    How to keep a 2 part line from twisting

    Hey guys, I have a 5 ton Maeda mini crane with 10mm non rotational line with a single sheave block on it and I'm constantly fighting to keep the lines straight, any suggestions?
  3. classictruckman

    Terex Roadmaster 9000

    I maybe starting a new gig in October on a Terex Roadmaster 9000, does anybody have any experience on this new 90ton model, or any advice for a boom truck operator getting into a real crane?
  4. classictruckman

    Elliott boom trucks.

    We've recently been looking at upgrading to a newer boom truck from our Manitex 38124S to an Elliott 40142 a 40 ton with 142' of main boom. Does any body have any experience (good or bad) with this model or their 50 tonner? Or any other Elliott boom truck? Thanks.
  5. classictruckman

    Used Crane Cabs

    I'm starting into a little project and getting some parts together, does anybody know of a crane graveyard or something like that where I can pickup a cab in good shape? I like the cab on our manitex if anyone knows of one of those. Thanks.
  6. classictruckman

    I want a chart for a KMK 2025

    Does anybody have a decent chart for a 1993 Krupp KMK 2025? I'd prefer it in imperial, but if it doesn't exist I can certainly translate a metric one. I need to show the boss what this little thing will do before he'll think of buying it.:ban Thanks.
  7. classictruckman

    Ok Now You Can Call Me a Boomtruck Operator

    I've had this truck for a little over a month and a half, waiting for a decent job to post pics from cause I know most of you guys don't care about flying trees:tong Well last wednesday evening we were called out to help clean up an accident scene, the driver of one of the tractor trailers...
  8. classictruckman

    What do you guys think?

    What do ya think something like this: http://www.liebherr.com/AT/en-GB/products_at.wfw/id-12329-0/measure-metric mounted on something like this except with a tandem steer: http://www.truckpaper.com/listingsdetail/detail.aspx?OHID=2491788& Possible in North America?
  9. classictruckman

    New TEREX "Boom Truck"

    I was chatting with a Terex dealer yesterday and he gave me these:
  10. classictruckman

    Crane topples in Ottawa Ontario

    http://ottawa.ctv.ca/servlet/an/local/CTVNews/20100915/OTT_Crane_100915/20100915/?hub=OttawaHome Crane topples at south-end construction site View larger image A crane at the Strandherd Armstrong Bridge construction site toppled, Wednesday, Sept. 15, 2010. Updated: Wed Sep. 15 2010...
  11. classictruckman

    339a DOST

    My wife thinks I play with too many cranes on the weekend, what do you guys think? I am doing my 339a demonstration of skilld test on friday, do you guys have any good advice?
  12. classictruckman

    Pin grabber for a Cat 301.8

    I'm looking for a Pin grabber for a Cat 301.8 or a 301.5, its smaller than most of you guys would deal with, but a good used one at a good price will do.
  13. classictruckman

    Boom stops for my BE 22B

    I need some pictures of boom stops for a Bucryus Erie 22B, I am going to build some for mine, so some measurements and specs would be very appreciated.
  14. classictruckman

    Crane tips in Arizona

    http://www.abc15.com/content/news/southeastvalley/chandler/story/Crane-flips-in-Chandler-neighborhood-1-injured/x7yG7BTdZEKC18oG3rWvog.cspx The tree climber obviously cut too big of piece, but the interesting thing about this is if you look closely the boom cylinder snapped off when the tip...
  15. classictruckman

    Some cool Radios

    These radio headsets are something else, they would be a great addition to any crane operation: http://tufftronix.com/productssolutions/tt4x1000solution.html They are a little different than traditional 2 way radios, instead of a PTT button or VOX system all of the radios are xmitting and...
  16. classictruckman

    I Need a Blade For a PC75

    I need a blade for a 1996 Komatsu PC75, the machine I have does not have a blade or any hydraulics for it. but it does have the mounts for one. So I need: A 91" Blade in good condition The hydraulic cylinder The hydraulic fittings on both ends of the rotor The valve and the control If...
  17. classictruckman

    Taking the cab off a PC75

    Has anybody ever taken the cab off a Komatsu PC75? Any suggestions or ideas as to how easy it is?
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