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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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Picking up at the Memphis, Tn Convention Center.

Hi folks!
Well here I am in west Memphis Ar. I already checked in at the center.Now if you dont know where the docks are,well you might be in trouble. A low underpass twelve six a low eletric wire.And the docks are under I-40. Its a real pickle to get into, so I got as short as I can I guess I will make it with help from the CASCADIA, wish me luck.
Until next time be safe.
Dick

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2 Responses to “Picking up at the Memphis, Tn Convention Center.”

  1. deejay Says:
    January 26, 2010 at 3:03 pm

    Well Dick you can handle it. You are a professional. You’ve had years of experience. Be safe.

  2. Dick McCorkle Says:
    January 28, 2010 at 2:10 am

    Hi D.J.
    Thanks for the roses
    Dick

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