Saturday, February 23, 2008
Rent A Truck For The Big Move
The trucks of most truck rental companies in the US are of GMC, Ford, International and Isuzu make. The sizes of trucks available on rent are cargo vans, 10-feet trucks, 16-feet trucks and 24-feet trucks. Truck rental companies often claims that its trucks have an average age of two to three years.
Truck rental companies also provides hand trucks, packing paddings, adhesive tapes, ropes, packing paper, mattress bags, padlocks, boxes etc at a nominal cost. Most of the rental trucks have air conditioning, FM radio, power steering, automatic transmission, power brakes, walk off ramps, lift gates etc and they are really comfortable.
The rented trucks are often covered by roadside assistance. The internet websites of truck rental companies are full with information about types of trucks, prices etc. Most websites have a very user friendly interactive page where the pick up and drop off locations are mentioned. Online reservations and quoting rates are available on the sites.
An example, if a person is renting a Budget rental truck from Atlanta to New York (approx 1,100 miles) on a Wednesday and dropping off on the coming Monday that is for 5 days. It will approximately cost $650 for a 10-feet truck, $680 for a 16-feet truck and $830 for a 24-feet truck. A car carrier cost will be $50 extra. Out of the above mentioned rates $150 will be refunded as deposit.
The above rates do not include taxes. The extra miles will cost $0.56 per mile and an extra day will cost $56 per day if reserved before hand. If you add extra miles or days after pick up, the cost will be $0.70 per mile and extra days will cost $70 per day.
It is prudent to read the terms and conditions before renting and a cancellation has to be made at least 48 hours before pick up otherwise you will be charged extra for the cancellation.
At the time of a truck rental two things will be required, identification and U.S. issued driver’s license. Identification can be driver’s license, passport, Military ID, Social security card, phone bill, state issued identification etc.
The advantages of renting a truck are many. You are in charge of your goods, the trucks are in good condition, it has usually many locations and it provides a low cost moving solution.
Monster Truck Information for Fans of All Ages
Can you say that you or your kids are monster truck fans? When the last truck rally came to town, were you there with a big smile on your face and ear plugs on your ears? Some monster truck fans are so crazy about the sport that they can’t wait for the next rally or event to happen in their area. What do they do to get their “monster truck” fix when they have nowhere to go? Aside from buying a truck and heading out on the tour with them, there are actually quite a few ways to get all of the latest news and information about your favorite monster truck, the teams and the drivers. You just have to know where to look.
First off, if you have never been to a monster truck rally, you should really try to go and see one. There is no better way to get excited about this sport. Kids and adults of all ages are fans and the events are designed to appeal to all ages. If you dare, you should get a seat up close to the floor so that you can see all of the action-you may even get a little bit dirty. Most rallies also have pit passes or pit parties to encourage the fans to come down onto the field when the events are not going on, so that they can get a close up look at each monster truck. If you can’t go to a rally, at least get a video or DVD of a rally so that you can watch it at home (with the volume turned all the way up, of course.)
The internet is another great resource for monster truck fans. You can find websites which talk about the history of the sport, some are dedicated to a specific team or truck, and some even have message boards where you can connect with other fans. You can sign up for a free newsletter so that you can get the scoop on future rallies and events before anyone else. There are also sites which have pictures and videos of trucks.
For those who want even more information you can get magazines or even children’s books about these trucks. You can learn more specifics about the sport and details about each of the trucks.
This is a great, exciting sport that the whole family can enjoy-so get your motor running.
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Custom Motorcycle Helmets
Helmets which are fashioned and made according to our own specifications are known as custom motorcycle helmets. Although different types and kinds of motorcycle helmets are available on the market, sometimes we do need something different to suit our own wants. Hence, different companies exist which offer custom motorcycle helmets exactly the way we want.
Hundreds of companies offer motorcycle helmets, but few companies offer customization options. Some companies which do are Motorcycle Helmets, McCall Colors, Garcia Custom Airbrush, Be Unique, Helmet Guy, Iron Horse Helmets, Helmet Store, and many more.
Airbrushing and painting remain the two main ways in which companies customize our helmets. Normally, solid color helmets such as black or white are given to customize. Ranging from open face to full face motorcycle helmets, all types of motorcycle helmets can be customized.
Rates for customizing differ from one company to the other. Even for basic graphic designs, companies like TC Specialized Graphics charge at least $300. Iron Horse Helmets imprints designs at the back of any black helmet for $75 each. With prices starting at $150, Be Unique provides all types of custom airbrushing.
Garcia Custom Airbrush offers different types of designs, ranging from very minimum art work to elaborate and detailed work like ‘flames’, ‘graphics’, ‘metal flake’, ‘ghost effects’, and much more. With discount offers open till April 30, 2006, EZ Air FX provides high-quality, guaranteed customized airbrushing.
Discounted custom painted helmets can all be found at Biker Needs. You can either send in our own designs, ideas, photos, drawings, or ask them to create a unique design for you. Motorcycle helmets come in certain specific designs and styles. With the help of customizing options provided by companies, we can get helmets customized according to our wishesCustom Motorcycle Helmets
Hundreds of companies offer motorcycle helmets, but few companies offer customization options. Some companies which do are Motorcycle Helmets, McCall Colors, Garcia Custom Airbrush, Be Unique, Helmet Guy, Iron Horse Helmets, Helmet Store, and many more.
Airbrushing and painting remain the two main ways in which companies customize our helmets. Normally, solid color helmets such as black or white are given to customize. Ranging from open face to full face motorcycle helmets, all types of motorcycle helmets can be customized.
Rates for customizing differ from one company to the other. Even for basic graphic designs, companies like TC Specialized Graphics charge at least $300. Iron Horse Helmets imprints designs at the back of any black helmet for $75 each. With prices starting at $150, Be Unique provides all types of custom airbrushing.
Garcia Custom Airbrush offers different types of designs, ranging from very minimum art work to elaborate and detailed work like ‘flames’, ‘graphics’, ‘metal flake’, ‘ghost effects’, and much more. With discount offers open till April 30, 2006, EZ Air FX provides high-quality, guaranteed customized airbrushing.
Discounted custom painted helmets can all be found at Biker Needs. You can either send in our own designs, ideas, photos, drawings, or ask them to create a unique design for you. Motorcycle helmets come in certain specific designs and styles. With the help of customizing options provided by companies, we can get helmets customized according to our wishes.
The State of the Trucking Industry
If we study the current state of the Trucking Industry and the statistical facts we see a much different picture painted than the perceptions purported by the general public. The Trucking and the Economy are very much inter-related as are all the Flows of Transportation in America and those which are beyond our borders. Interstate Commerce cannot exist without the trucking industry.
Unfortunately, things are not so easy for many operators and we are continually seeing the death of the Independent Truck Driver as major Trucking Companies enjoy their economies of scale, even with the huge crisis presently with Truck Driver Labor Shortages.
Government Intervention
No other industry relies on our Nations Highway System as much as the Trucking Industry. Congress has based a gigantic Transportation Bill and Billions are planned in improvements, some of which is geared to help Trucking and Safety. Of course the information we get from Government Reports such as those from the DOT and GAO do not always point out the true reality.
There are however many wonderful things being done from within the industry such as the American Trucking Association's Mobile Watch Program, which incidentally was a huge factor in catching the DC Shooters. So, the Trucking Industry is taking a leading role in the safety of our nation. Indeed there are now many Electronic Highway Interactive Safety Devices, which assist authorities and trucking companies maintain a cohesive flow and protect the welfare and safety of all vehicles.
Potential Truck Safety Issues
There have been many new technologies for Iced Conditions to prevent accidents due to black ice. This protects 4-wheelers and truck drivers alike. There are also new Road Coatings, which may be the answer in curbing Global Warming by eliminating Urban Heat.
There have been many studies with truck driver falling asleep at the wheel, thus more Truck Parking has been added in many states and more have been mandated by the Department of Transportation. Likewise there have been more reviews on the Hours of Service Debates and proposed legislation to limit the amount of time truck drivers are aloud to drive without resting.
Truck Load Statistics Wobbling
One significant statistic is the load factors in trucking and these economic indicators help us judge the future markets. There is quite a bit of Rail VS. Trucking and piggy back trailer strategies for moving freight across the nation. These factors must also be considered. It is the entire supply chain that must be judged to determine the flow of goods to market.
Trucking Companies and Transportation Service Firms have many Logistic Strategies to Handle Freight Traffic. The Flow of Transportation is a critical factor in the wealth and health of a nation. Because if you bought it, a truck brought it.
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Monster Truck Information for Fans of All Ages
First off, if you have never been to a monster truck rally, you should really try to go and see one. There is no better way to get excited about this sport. Kids and adults of all ages are fans and the events are designed to appeal to all ages. If you dare, you should get a seat up close to the floor so that you can see all of the action-you may even get a little bit dirty. Most rallies also have pit passes or pit parties to encourage the fans to come down onto the field when the events are not going on, so that they can get a close up look at each monster truck. If you can’t go to a rally, at least get a video or DVD of a rally so that you can watch it at home (with the volume turned all the way up, of course.)
The internet is another great resource for monster truck fans. You can find websites which talk about the history of the sport, some are dedicated to a specific team or truck, and some even have message boards where you can connect with other fans. You can sign up for a free newsletter so that you can get the scoop on future rallies and events before anyone else. There are also sites which have pictures and videos of trucks.
For those who want even more information you can get magazines or even children’s books about these trucks. You can learn more specifics about the sport and details about each of the trucks.
This is a great, exciting sport that the whole family can enjoy-so get your motor running.
Rent A Truck For The Big Move
The trucks of most truck rental companies in the US are of GMC, Ford, International and Isuzu make. The sizes of trucks available on rent are cargo vans, 10-feet trucks, 16-feet trucks and 24-feet trucks. Truck rental companies often claims that its trucks have an average age of two to three years.
Truck rental companies also provides hand trucks, packing paddings, adhesive tapes, ropes, packing paper, mattress bags, padlocks, boxes etc at a nominal cost. Most of the rental trucks have air conditioning, FM radio, power steering, automatic transmission, power brakes, walk off ramps, lift gates etc and they are really comfortable.
The rented trucks are often covered by roadside assistance. The internet websites of truck rental companies are full with information about types of trucks, prices etc. Most websites have a very user friendly interactive page where the pick up and drop off locations are mentioned. Online reservations and quoting rates are available on the sites.
An example, if a person is renting a Budget rental truck from Atlanta to New York (approx 1,100 miles) on a Wednesday and dropping off on the coming Monday that is for 5 days. It will approximately cost $650 for a 10-feet truck, $680 for a 16-feet truck and $830 for a 24-feet truck. A car carrier cost will be $50 extra. Out of the above mentioned rates $150 will be refunded as deposit.
The above rates do not include taxes. The extra miles will cost $0.56 per mile and an extra day will cost $56 per day if reserved before hand. If you add extra miles or days after pick up, the cost will be $0.70 per mile and extra days will cost $70 per day.
It is prudent to read the terms and conditions before renting and a cancellation has to be made at least 48 hours before pick up otherwise you will be charged extra for the cancellation.
At the time of a truck rental two things will be required, identification and U.S. issued driver’s license. Identification can be driver’s license, passport, Military ID, Social security card, phone bill, state issued identification etc.
The advantages of renting a truck are many. You are in charge of your goods, the trucks are in good condition, it has usually many locations and it provides a low cost moving solution.
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Pimp My Truck!
Do you feel like you're old convertible, jeep, or even huge truck needs some pimping? You basically don't have to scram. There are far too many choices that you can absolutely pick. These are called aftermarket accessories.
Aftermarket Racks
One of the most common problems in trucks, and even any other type of vehicle, is space. It seems like there's no area that will ever suffice your needs. But before you get mad and wish that there will be a car manufacturer who's open to building much larger vehicles, there are a number of aftermarket racks that can give you ample storage for the many things that you are probably going to transport, especially if you're going in a very long trip.
The aftermarket racks will give the extension your trunk needs. All you have to do is to take way your backseat and set up the trunk. This way, you can have more space at the back of your truck, particularly when you have a Jeep.
If you're truck has its own hard top, you can get yourself a rack basket that reminds you of Safari. It will surely make your jeep ultrafashionable; what's more, it can contain loads of cargo.
Aftermarket Winch
Let's face it, you enjoy it when you're traveling in rough terrain. It gives you a sense of hype, not to mention that it's going to be such a fulfilling experience if you can escape the mud, rocks, and slopes. But one of the biggest problems when it comes to such travel or off-roading is that you have all the probability of getting stuck. That's definitely okay if you have your friends with you. You can simply ask your buddy to come down and help you pull the Jeep or truck that has been buried in the mud. But what if it's only you? That's why it's very important that you bring with you an aftermarket winch.
If you're going to pick up a winch, it may be a good idea if you go for one that has a wire rope as long as 125 feet. It should be able to wound your motor and can pull up as much as 9,000 pounds. You'll be surprised on how fast you will remove yourself from your place.
Aftermarket Light Bar
Whether you like it or not, there will definitely be time when you have to travel when your environment's totally dark. That is the time when the sun is down or that stars and moon start to show up. However, it's also possible that you can drive around your truck without any source of light. What if you hit yourself and your truck to a tree? Of course, you can't blame the plant for your unfortunate situation.
There's a good way on how to prevent that. You can just install or mount an aftermarket light bar such as Maxi. Besides protecting the front side of your truck from getting damaged after the collision, it will also save you much time and effort as there's no need for you to drill them. All you have to do is to get rid of the torque bolts, which you can find at the half side of the top portion of your truck's windshield hinge, install the light bar, and then return the torque bolts. Sounds easy, doesn't it? Aftermarket Covers
When you're traveling, and especially if you have an open portion of your vehicle, it's very important that you can ensure that they are kept safe, especially from the harsh elements. You also need something to hold everything down. That's where the aftermarket covers come in. One of the most preferred choices can be the Tonneau covers. They are also highly valued because you can easily tuck them or put them in storage when they're no longer in use.
SUV's - The Hidden Dangers
It is difficult to choose an automobile today with the rising cost of fuel, and it is even more difficult if you have certain needs such as transporting a family or for work where a larger amount of room is needed rather than the smaller more efficient models.
SUV's in recent years have gotten a reputation for being a model of vehicle that when impacted can and will roll over in an accident. One of the reasons that an SUV is more likely to rollover is because their center of gravity is higher than in other vehicles and for some years the amount of deaths in highway accidents reached as high as 33%. As well as some models had design defects that aided in the amount of deaths related to SUV rollovers.
Some of these models were also found to have defective door mechanics to hold the latch shut during a rollover accident, which left the people in this accident vulnerable to being thrown out of the vehicle. The roof strength in some models was also found to be inadequate and in a rollover accident would crush, leaving the driver and passengers at a true disadvantage from severe injuries due to the SUV, the hidden dangers.
These defects involved such a number of people injured or family members of those who died that there has been a large lawsuits and settlements. This does not mean that the SUV's with defects are off the roads nor does it mean the owners of these vehicles know the dangers associated with them. This also does not mean that SUV designs have changed so much that they will not rollover or crush in an accident.
Monday, February 18, 2008
How To Install Truck Running Boards
Lund running boards are industry hot sellers and the company helps make installation a breeze by outlining how to get the job done:
1. Insert the square head bolts into the extruded channels on the underside of the board, then attach the Multi-Fit brackets loosely with supplied washers and nuts.
2. After determining mounting position on the truck, the end caps and step pads are attached with matching black rivets.
3. Mounting methods vary slightly with application. Multi-Fit Running boards are bolted in place with clip nuts and bolts at factory holes. Tighten after determining alignment is correct.
That’s it! Before you know it your running boards are securely in place and ready for use.
When shopping for running boards, please note that the quality of the products marketed can vary. A top of the line running board such as those sold by Lund or Westin running boards is typically made out of tough polymer materials or diamond plated aluminum and will, therefore, adequately hold your weight and resist deterioration. You can order running boards that light up, choose boards that have a wide step area, and even select running boards that allow you to paint the shell yourself.
Running boards are made for SUVs from the Kia Sorento to the Ford Expedition, and for trucks from the Toyota Tacoma to the GMC Sierra Denali. Mounting kits are usually sold separately, so before completing your order make sure that all the parts as well as instructions are included with your shipment.
By shopping with a reputable online retailer and installing the running boards yourself you can save plenty of money and have the satisfaction of knowing that you did the installation.
A Look at Truck Tonneau Covers
For the many people who use their trucks to carry heavy-duty cargo, a hard top Tonneau cover is often the right choice. Hard tops provide security to items in the bed, and locks protect against theft they will protect cargo from rain, wind and sunlight. Most hard tops are made of fiberglass or aluminum and steel.
A soft-top Tonneau cover is another option. These covers are usually made of high-grade vinyl and are designed to withstand rain, wind, and sunshine. Soft tops are extremely lightweight and easy to attach to the truck bed. Most soft top Tonneau Covers for pickups can be easily retracted into a storage device right behind the truck’s cab.
Truck Tonneau covers can increase a pickup’s speed by cutting down on wind resistance. When one of these devices is installed on a truck, they cover the bed and do not allow wind to push against the tailgate. Without Tonneau covers for pickups, drivers must either drive with the tailgate open or remove the tailgate and replace it with a net to avoid wind resistance. Both of these options leave the bed’s cargo free to shift while the truck is in motion, and items could fall out of the bed while the truck is moving at high speeds, which is especially dangerous on the highway or other high traffic areas.
Truck Tonneau covers are perfect to guard cargo against theft and the elements, and also add an element of style to any pickup truck.
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