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Dick McCorkle

Dick McCorkle, who works for Perkins Specialized Transportation in Noblesville, IN, has been a driver for 44 years. For Perkins, McCorkle typically drives a 2000 International Eagle to transport furniture and store fixtures throughout the southwestern United States. McCorkle was named the 2001 Indiana Motor Truck Association's Driver of the Year and recently won a sportsmanship award in the Indiana truck rodeo championships, in which he has competed for 42 years.


Truck Specs

Model: Cascadia 72" RR SleeperCab

Cab: 125" BBC Aluminum

Engine: DD15 505HP, 1650 lb/ft

Transmission: Eaton Fuller RTLO-16913A

Front Axle/Suspension: 13,000 lb.

Rear Axle/Suspension: 40,000 lb. Airliner

Fuel Tanks: Dual 140 gallon

Wheel Base: 234"

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New England trip

I was in  New England, first time in 5 years.  I was in Boston and Concord,Mass.  Leaving Ohio and entering PA.  I was very impressed by the way Pen Dot mowed the grass and cleaned the roadside.  PA is a very beatiful state with mountains and forests.  It was a little chilly but nice in the Poconos.  On into NY state on I 84, the traffic was a little heavy but weather was nice.  This is a nice part of NY state.  On into Conneticut the traffic got a little heavy, alot of road construction in Mass.  I then went on to New Hampshire where the north woods began.  I delivered in Concord.  I then headed back to IN with the comfort of the Cascadia, achieving 7mph. The night system did a great job.  I hope everyone has a safe and nice holiday…

Dick

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