Double L Posted June 5, 2009 Share Posted June 5, 2009 (edited) Where do I even begin, Name is Larry, I was raised around trucks my whole life mostly Mack's and Freightliner's but I'm a Mack man through and through. Rode in a 69 R model, 80's Superliner, several CH's, and a then new 03 Mack Vision when the old man drove for Beelman (CH's and Vision's were Beelman trucks). I worked at a local petroleum outfit in the shop and they only have one Mack CH in the fleet and drove that around the yard a few times, that had a Mack 10spd with the E-7 427. As of right now I'm waiting to start college to get my associates in management and from there I want to buy my own truck ( ) and go into business for myself doing some local/regional/otr work. Edited June 10, 2009 by Double L Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9626-howdy-from-southern-illinois/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
other dog Posted June 5, 2009 Share Posted June 5, 2009 Where do I even begin, Name is Larry, I was raised around trucks my whole life mostly Mack's and Freightliner's but I'm a Mack man through and through. Rode in a 69 R model, 80's Superliner, several CH's, and a then new 03 Mack Vision when the old man drove for Beelman (CH's and Vision's were Beelman trucks). I worked at a local petroleum outfit in the shop and they only have one Mack CH in the fleet and drove that around the yard a few times, that had a Mack 10spd with the E-7 427. As of right now I'm waiting to start college to get my associates in accounting (14 month long program) and from there I want to buy my own truck ( ) and go into business for myself doing some local/regional/otr work. We were hauling piling from Va. to Conoco-Philips in Roxana for a long time, all spring, but I guess it's over with. Hopefully they're just driving some of what they had on the ground and they'll need more later. Things are kinda slow now. Quote Producer of poorly photo-chopped pictures since 1999. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9626-howdy-from-southern-illinois/#findComment-36138 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Double L Posted June 5, 2009 Author Share Posted June 5, 2009 We were hauling piling from Va. to Conoco-Philips in Roxana for a long time, all spring, but I guess it's over with. Hopefully they're just driving some of what they had on the ground and they'll need more later. Things are kinda slow now.I don't remember seeing any F.L. Moore trucks out here, there is a lot of Arrow trucks out here hauling stuff in. They are making a lot of progress and what makes me sad is not one Mack is doing any of the heavy hauling, it's all Peterbilt! Oh yeah thank ya for the welcome! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9626-howdy-from-southern-illinois/#findComment-36139 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted June 5, 2009 Share Posted June 5, 2009 I don't remember seeing any F.L. Moore trucks out here, there is a lot of Arrow trucks out here hauling stuff in. They are making a lot of progress and what makes me sad is not one Mack is doing any of the heavy hauling, it's all Peterbilt! Oh yeah thank ya for the welcome! Yup. That danged ole Other Dog is guilty of adding to that dilemma too.I'm sure he hates it as much as you do, but a guy has to make a livin someway; no matter how low they must stoop; Even by driving a Pete.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/9626-howdy-from-southern-illinois/#findComment-36143 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Double L Posted June 5, 2009 Author Share Posted June 5, 2009 (edited) Yup. That danged ole Other Dog is guilty of adding to that dilemma too.I'm sure he hates it as much as you do, but a guy has to make a livin someway; no matter how low they must stoop; Even by driving a Pete.RobAin't that the truth, but I'm about being different and when time comes to start my business it'll be all and I was into a truck of another make then I jumped into that ole CH and I called myself crazy for liking that other junk. :lol: Edited June 5, 2009 by Double L Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9626-howdy-from-southern-illinois/#findComment-36145 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Double L Posted June 5, 2009 Author Share Posted June 5, 2009 Hey Larry,Would you happen to know any " CHICK MAGNET'S around since you are from tha ILL country?mikeNo sir I don't unless you count me. Oh hell I'm already engaged, drat! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9626-howdy-from-southern-illinois/#findComment-36147 Share on other sites More sharing options...
b61fred Posted June 5, 2009 Share Posted June 5, 2009 welcome to the group....There seems to be a anti- peterbilt sentiment here.. If you haven't picked up on it yet,Haha.... Fred Quote 15 gears...no waiting! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9626-howdy-from-southern-illinois/#findComment-36148 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Double L Posted June 5, 2009 Author Share Posted June 5, 2009 welcome to the group....There seems to be a anti- peterbilt sentiment here.. If you haven't picked up on it yet,Haha.... FredI been around Freightliner's, Peterbilt's, and Mack's. Peterbilt can brag about quality and Freightliner about fuel mileage but you get the best of both world's with Mack! I compared the interior of a 99 Mack to the same year Freightliner and Peterbilt. My findings was that the Mack held up a hell of a lot better, didn't show any wear and tear besides the seat and is a hell of a lot easier to detail! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9626-howdy-from-southern-illinois/#findComment-36149 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Double L Posted June 5, 2009 Author Share Posted June 5, 2009 I know some people want to put a face to the poster so here is my mugshot of me and my fiance. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9626-howdy-from-southern-illinois/#findComment-36151 Share on other sites More sharing options...
other dog Posted June 5, 2009 Share Posted June 5, 2009 Hey Larry,Would you happen to know any " CHICK MAGNET'S around since you are from tha ILL country?mikeI do Quote Producer of poorly photo-chopped pictures since 1999. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9626-howdy-from-southern-illinois/#findComment-36152 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted June 5, 2009 Share Posted June 5, 2009 I doNow my grandpa did nothing to deserve this and I'm highly offended by this usage of his likeness without proper compensation applied to my personal bank account citing that I was the executor of his will.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/9626-howdy-from-southern-illinois/#findComment-36153 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted June 5, 2009 Share Posted June 5, 2009 I know some people want to put a face to the poster so here is my mugshot of me and my fiance.Looks like the makings of a fine young family there Double L!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/9626-howdy-from-southern-illinois/#findComment-36154 Share on other sites More sharing options...
other dog Posted June 5, 2009 Share Posted June 5, 2009 Looks like the makings of a fine young family there Double L!Robyes it does-I like her Peterbilt necklace and earrings too! Quote Producer of poorly photo-chopped pictures since 1999. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9626-howdy-from-southern-illinois/#findComment-36159 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Double L Posted June 5, 2009 Author Share Posted June 5, 2009 yes it does-I like her Peterbilt necklace and earrings too!Now that just ain't right, I'm offended you better replace it with merchandise not junk! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9626-howdy-from-southern-illinois/#findComment-36160 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Double L Posted June 5, 2009 Author Share Posted June 5, 2009 Looks like the makings of a fine young family there Double L!RobThank ya Rob! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9626-howdy-from-southern-illinois/#findComment-36161 Share on other sites More sharing options...
other dog Posted June 5, 2009 Share Posted June 5, 2009 Now that just ain't right, I'm offended you better replace it with merchandise not junk!oh...sorry-I really like her "Mack" necklace and earrings! Quote Producer of poorly photo-chopped pictures since 1999. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9626-howdy-from-southern-illinois/#findComment-36163 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted June 6, 2009 Share Posted June 6, 2009 Now that just ain't right, I'm offended you better replace it with merchandise not junk!oooohhhhhh, I'll bet that leaves a red mark!!!American Smackdown begins.......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/9626-howdy-from-southern-illinois/#findComment-36166 Share on other sites More sharing options...
other dog Posted June 6, 2009 Share Posted June 6, 2009 oooohhhhhh, I'll bet that leaves a red mark!!!American Smackdown begins.......Robhey, it was good enough for grandpa!btw, i've scrood around with this picture so much i've lost the original face...uh, you wouldn't happen to have, uh... maybe you could post it again so we can continue to mess with it?..perhaps?..just a thought (Paul VanScott)http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2w5Le0w4pQ8 Quote Producer of poorly photo-chopped pictures since 1999. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9626-howdy-from-southern-illinois/#findComment-36170 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Underdog Posted June 6, 2009 Share Posted June 6, 2009 Once again the thread has been hijacked and steered hard into the ditch. Now I will attempt a corrective manouver and get back onto the original course, that being the business of welcoming Larry to the forums. These guys may try to steer you in a bad direction sometimes, you just gotta be aware. So far I think you'll be OK; you got past that Mack / Freightliner debate early in your career. That shows tremendous common sense unwavered by general consensus. Gregg Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9626-howdy-from-southern-illinois/#findComment-36173 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Double L Posted June 6, 2009 Author Share Posted June 6, 2009 Once again the thread has been hijacked and steered hard into the ditch. Now I will attempt a corrective manouver and get back onto the original course, that being the business of welcoming Larry to the forums. These guys may try to steer you in a bad direction sometimes, you just gotta be aware. So far I think you'll be OK; you got past that Mack / Freightliner debate early in your career. That shows tremendous common sense unwavered by general consensus. GreggI noticed that and I tend to hijack some threads myself. Common sense is lacking these days! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9626-howdy-from-southern-illinois/#findComment-36174 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Underdog Posted June 6, 2009 Share Posted June 6, 2009 Common sense is lacking these days!I guess that is how Freightliner sells so many trucks ! Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9626-howdy-from-southern-illinois/#findComment-36178 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted June 6, 2009 Share Posted June 6, 2009 Once again the thread has been hijacked and steered hard into the ditch. Now I will attempt a corrective manouver and get back onto the original course, that being the business of welcoming Larry to the forums. These guys may try to steer you in a bad direction sometimes, you just gotta be aware. So far I think you'll be OK; you got past that Mack / Freightliner debate early in your career. That shows tremendous common sense unwavered by general consensus. GreggThe blame rests squarly upon the laurels of that Other Dog character.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/9626-howdy-from-southern-illinois/#findComment-36182 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Underdog Posted June 6, 2009 Share Posted June 6, 2009 The blame rests squarly upon the laurels of that Other Dog character.RobSee how they are, Larry? Always blaming each other. That is what's wrong with this country. We've gone off in the ditch and nobody's responsible. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9626-howdy-from-southern-illinois/#findComment-36183 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Posted June 6, 2009 Share Posted June 6, 2009 See how they are, Larry? Always blaming each other. That is what's wrong with this country. We've gone off in the ditch and nobody's responsible.Underdog;Weren't you nominated for president of this great country and declined? That was a pristine opportunity to engage the inherent problems within the laws and governances we must live under, and abide by, to offer a lead to a path of correction for the flaws that are important to you as brought to the forefront. No one has "blamed each other". In this example Other Dog has not blamed me for anything. I just "cut to the chase" and placed blame for the alternate paths some of these threads take where it belongs! This is of course; "The way that I see it".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/9626-howdy-from-southern-illinois/#findComment-36184 Share on other sites More sharing options...
other dog Posted June 6, 2009 Share Posted June 6, 2009 Besides, if we were like real politicians we'd have a secret meeting in the back room of a body shop at an undisclosed location somewhere in the midwest, with a cloud of cigar smoke over us and the liquor flowing freely- then blame somebody else that had nothing to do with us veering off course, like nocluejoe, or perhaps Greg Rider Quote Producer of poorly photo-chopped pictures since 1999. Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/9626-howdy-from-southern-illinois/#findComment-36192 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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