rhasler Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 Just watched this weeks show,,,,,,,,Started to wonder about the Titans,,, but one was in one garage seen with the hood upfor service.Its all about the cash in hand for sponsorships.. Who will pay more to show their product on TV,,,,,,,I'm going to say Western star gave more ass kissing and money then Mack so far this year,,, for nowlike when you see a Wix filter for 10 seconds for no reason,, or all the tires on trucks are at the position to read the maker name.its all about the money.You got that right! Quote "Mebbe I'm too ugly and stupid to give up!" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13199-american-loggers/page/2/#findComment-74650 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThaddeusW Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 From what I have heard, the new MP10 is a hand full of trouble. The Pelletyears Titans have been is the shop allot and one was rolled. There was another fella on here who bought two gray Titans with the white stripes and Sisu axles. He also has nothing but problems with them. It looks like the sad truth is the MP10's are very buggy. I don't know what Mack is doing with those Volvo engines but something is not working out for them. Quote -Thad What America needs is less bull and more Bulldog! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13199-american-loggers/page/2/#findComment-74651 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackbulldog64 Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 Also the The Pelletier family is now biulding there own log trailers for public sale and there selling there trailers thru a western star dealershiship named DIAGLE & HOUGHTON in BANGOR ME AND FORT KENT ME. So one hand wash's the other and they probaly buy western stars at wholesale or very close to it. Terry Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13199-american-loggers/page/2/#findComment-74669 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GearheadGrrrl Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 It looks like the sad truth is the MP10's are very buggy. Too bad they got rid of the Mack V8. But there may be hope... As a blogger, I just got an invite to a presser on April 1st. The invite hints at a new model, something called the "BB" model. Also hints at a V8... Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13199-american-loggers/page/2/#findComment-74671 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bullhusk Posted March 21, 2011 Share Posted March 21, 2011 I wonder what motor they will put in there new Western Star's?? I know they were Cat guys so now It's gotta be Detroit or Cummins. I'm runnin one of the new DD15's 500 hp for about a year an a half now pre DEF an so far so good!! The only thing I don't like is the Columbia, but at the time that was the only truck you could get the DD15 in. I love the Classic cab I think It's put together good an simple I still have a 1995 Classic with close to a million miles on her an she still works every day, I don't think the Columbia is gonna last that long.... Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13199-american-loggers/page/2/#findComment-74673 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullheaded Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 I was just going to ask about that Titan.....I heard a rumour.....that pic confirms it. Bummer.Also wondering.....on the golden road they haul into Canada. Is there some kind of border guard or customs point they cross on the bushroad? I can't see them crossing on a public road with two trailers wooded up to 175 tons. I've been to many parts of Quebec but never around there.I have a friend that has a Titan self loader log truck with pup, 605 MP10. Last time i talked to him he said it is working great.Also have heard very good things about the MP10 from my mechanic that works at a Mack/Volvo dealer in southern Ontario. He said they have had less issues with the MP10 than the MP8. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13199-american-loggers/page/2/#findComment-74675 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bts-4120 Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 their newest star car had a DD16 560hp in it looks like they have had their fill of CAT ACCERTS Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13199-american-loggers/page/2/#findComment-74676 Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 It looks like the sad truth is the MP10's are very buggy. Too bad they got rid of the Mack V8. But there may be hope... As a blogger, I just got an invite to a presser on April 1st. The invite hints at a new model, something called the "BB" model. Also hints at a V8...April Fools! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13199-american-loggers/page/2/#findComment-74679 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 April Fools!Just the start???Rob Quote Plodding along with no job nor practical application for my existence, but still trying to fix what's broke. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13199-american-loggers/page/2/#findComment-74680 Share on other sites More sharing options...
james j neiweem Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 I'll try my darndest not to get sucked in this year. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13199-american-loggers/page/2/#findComment-74709 Share on other sites More sharing options...
GearheadGrrrl Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 Oh yee of little faith... Imagine a B model expanded by over 10% in all directions. Even the frame rails are 40 inches apart. Suddenly, all kinds of stuff will fit... Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13199-american-loggers/page/2/#findComment-74712 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobo Posted March 22, 2011 Share Posted March 22, 2011 I was just going to ask about that Titan.....I heard a rumour.....that pic confirms it. Bummer.Also wondering.....on the golden road they haul into Canada. Is there some kind of border guard or customs point they cross on the bushroad? I can't see them crossing on a public road with two trailers wooded up to 175 tons. I've been to many parts of Quebec but never around there.I have a friend that has a Titan self loader log truck with pup, 605 MP10. Last time i talked to him he said it is working great.Also have heard very good things about the MP10 from my mechanic that works at a Mack/Volvo dealer in southern Ontario. He said they have had less issues with the MP10 than the MP8. the pic confirms its a Western Star, NOT a Titan! the MP10 is better than the MP8 and a hell of alot better than the MP7. bobo Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13199-american-loggers/page/2/#findComment-74714 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullheaded Posted March 23, 2011 Share Posted March 23, 2011 I'll be damned Bobo.....I just looked at the pic after you said that and it is a Star. I must have been sleeping last night, lol.So now the rumour and mystery continues......I do agree with sponsorship dollars though. Remember the first season of Ice Road Seatcovers when they went to Alaska...every time they went in Carlisles shop they would zoom in on all the Craftsman banners on the walls, the Craftsman toolboxes, then they made a point of explaining the installation of Diehard batteries in all the trucks. Then next season all the banners and tools were a different brand. Ya I bet they just replace all their tools every year for $hits and giggles. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13199-american-loggers/page/2/#findComment-74734 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted March 23, 2011 Share Posted March 23, 2011 I'll be damned Bobo.....I just looked at the pic after you said that and it is a Star. I must have been sleeping last night, lol.So now the rumour and mystery continues......I do agree with sponsorship dollars though. Remember the first season of Ice Road Seatcovers when they went to Alaska...every time they went in Carlisles shop they would zoom in on all the Craftsman banners on the walls, the Craftsman toolboxes, then they made a point of explaining the installation of Diehard batteries in all the trucks. Then next season all the banners and tools were a different brand. Ya I bet they just replace all their tools every year for $hits and giggles.Ever watch something like "New Yankee Workshop"? How many people have the amount, or quality of tools this show provides. How many of those tools do you think Norm Abrams actually owns? I always get a kick out of how easy the camera and production crew makes the first cut right. Never works that way for me.It's all about sponsorship.Rob Quote Plodding along with no job nor practical application for my existence, but still trying to fix what's broke. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13199-american-loggers/page/2/#findComment-74738 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobo Posted March 23, 2011 Share Posted March 23, 2011 hey no problem I thought the same thing on the first glance. where you from bullheaded? Im in hamilton bobo Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13199-american-loggers/page/2/#findComment-74739 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullheaded Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 hey no problem I thought the same thing on the first glance. where you from bullheaded? Im in hamilton boboI'm just north of Sault Ste. Marie. You know anything about this Superliner bobo? I see it down south all the time. That is one sweet float. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13199-american-loggers/page/2/#findComment-74812 Share on other sites More sharing options...
BAD DOG Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 I'm just north of Sault Ste. Marie. You know anything about this Superliner bobo? I see it down south all the time. That is one sweet float. I 've seen that Superliner a few times around the GTA but I know nothing about it. It's always going the opposite direction that I am. It must be from around Toronto area. That would be Bobo's turf, never seen it down here near Windsor. It sure is one sharp lookin ride. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13199-american-loggers/page/2/#findComment-74818 Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobo Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 I'm just north of Sault Ste. Marie. You know anything about this Superliner bobo? I see it down south all the time. That is one sweet float. Funny you ask, I saw it twice last week and once this week, two times on the 401 and the other time going down #6 towards Hamilton. Sharp truck thats for sure, one of the company drivers called me on the radio to to tell me it was heading my way on #6. My Rw was built with a lift, I took it off though. North of the Sault, EH! We haul roll offs out to algoma sometimes, with our backhaul out of Kirkland Lake, some fun in my RB! Im from Kapuskasing(val rita) IM LOOKING FORWARD TO MY RETIREMENT UP THERE!!!! bobo Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13199-american-loggers/page/2/#findComment-74852 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bullheaded Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 Ha ha, kinda figured you guys would have at least seen that truck. I took those pics (unfortunately had to take through the fence)when i was at the last Ritchie Brothers auction by Bolton a couple weeks ago. It was parked in that area. One hell of a truck. Looks well taken care of.Possible I've seen you bobo. Spent my share of time in the plant and hauling up to Hearst and Kap. You work the Superliner?Ya, I like the north. I hate going to southern Ontario (no offense to anyone, just too hectic and busy for my liking.)I find the moose are much safer drivers than most 4 wheelers in Toronto and Montreal. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13199-american-loggers/page/2/#findComment-74903 Share on other sites More sharing options...
WilliamBos Posted March 25, 2011 Share Posted March 25, 2011 IM LOOKING FORWARD TO MY RETIREMENT UP THERE!!!! boboThat makes two of us. Sent from my iPod Touch using Tapatalk, as if anybody actually gave a sh!t if it was a desktop, laptop, crackberry, I-phone or freakin' morse code or for that matter smoke signals... Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13199-american-loggers/page/2/#findComment-74919 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mackcl96 Posted January 29, 2012 Share Posted January 29, 2012 Shit happensMy linkShit happens againhttp://www.bigtrucks...ge=survey_sheet Quote Thanks for hearing me out.You can have the soap box now---------JIM Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13199-american-loggers/page/2/#findComment-100203 Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxidyne237 Posted January 30, 2012 Share Posted January 30, 2012 Ouch! Hendrickson walking beam and meritor rears? Yuk Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13199-american-loggers/page/2/#findComment-100401 Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThaddeusW Posted January 31, 2012 Share Posted January 31, 2012 Ouch! Hendrickson walking beam and meritor rears? YukMakes no sense if your an all Mack outfit but they mostly have Westernstars which probably have the same rears. Makes parts and maintenance easier. Allot of people think stars are the cats meow but I always laugh as they have the same damn parts in them as any other generic make. You buy a Mack for its drive line which today is becoming a moot point with the Volvo engine. But Mack rears on camel back is still the Mack trucks strong point, the reason why every third world truck buyer wants them, they can take the punishment. 1 Quote -Thad What America needs is less bull and more Bulldog! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13199-american-loggers/page/2/#findComment-100428 Share on other sites More sharing options...
41180 Posted February 1, 2012 Share Posted February 1, 2012 it looks to me the pelletiers dont know how to drive if you ask me. my dads had log trucks for 30 years and never rolled one except for a woman who hit him head on ... i think they need to go back to driving school...ill take a stairs traoler over a pelletier trailer any day also. i wish someone would give me a new titan i wouldnt destroy it like them Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13199-american-loggers/page/2/#findComment-100655 Share on other sites More sharing options...
granitefan713 Posted February 4, 2012 Share Posted February 4, 2012 I have no "official" trucking experience, but they do seem to roll an awful lot of trucks. I understand time is money, but is it worth driving that fast if you keep wrecking $150K trucks?? Just my two cents. 1 Quote http://www.flickr.com/photos/granitefan713/-Dave Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/13199-american-loggers/page/2/#findComment-100901 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.