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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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Brrrrrrrrrrrrr Its Cold

Hi folks!
Well, I dont know what the temp. is or what it was when I left Indiana, but it was cold. When I got in New Years eve I parked at my sons house. I hadnt seen any weather reports. Little did I know the bottom was going to drop. So on Saturday January 2, I had to go pick my load up. I guess it was around 6 a.m. I told my wife I might be in trouble I didnt plug the CASCADIA in. It had to be around zero, I got in, hit the starter, no problem! The DD15 took off just like it was summer. It is nice to know I dont have to worry about the Cascadia not starting…a relief in this weather.

Untill next time be safe.
Dick

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2 Responses to “Brrrrrrrrrrrrr Its Cold”

  1. Linda Caffee Says:
    January 4, 2010 at 6:42 am

    Hey Dick stay warm! We are back in service today and waiting for that first beep of the QC telling us which direction to go. The truck is sitting out there just waiting on us..

  2. Dick McCorkle Says:
    January 4, 2010 at 12:42 pm

    Hi Linda
    I sure am going to stay warm, it was good talking to you. You and Bob stay safe
    Dick

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