C O N T E N T S
September 2 0 0 4
Volume 83, Number 9
36
LEASE CONTRACTS
Trucking firms need to be sticklers for detail with owner-operator contracts.
44
MAINTENANCE FOR PROFIT
Oil analysis can extend oil drain intervals - but it can do much more.
50
POWERTRAINS
The new engines require special attention to gearing.
60
POLLUTION SOLUTIONS
When it comes to shop waste, an ounce of prevention is worth a bundle in cures.
69
THE RIGHT SPECS
How to choose the best components for the job.
86
WEIGHT ISSUES
On-board scales save time, fuel and money.
94
EMISSIONS AUTHORITY
The concept of camless valve actuation is simplicity itself.
98
DRIVING IN THE MIDRANGE
Expedited freight - once a niche known as 'emergency freight - is prospering.
NEWS & ISSUES
4
DIESEL PRICE WATCH
6
OPINION: DOUG CONDRA
The Detroit River Tunnel Plan: What's not to like?
8
EDITORIAL: DEB WHISTLER
Cellphone explosions.
10
HOTLINE
Supplier news.
24
WASHINGTON REPORT
FMCSA faces big hurdles in HOS fight.
EQUIPMENT
104
PRODUCTS
Driving Western Star's new lineup, as well as Dodge's updated '05 Dakota
124
IT SOLUTIONS
Technology becomes a truck leasing option.
128
TIRE TALK
Tire-inflation systems assist driver retention.
130
SPEC SHEET
Tires, wheels, wheel fasteners, hubs, wheel seals and bearings.
132
SHELL SUPER RIGS
Ninety rigs compete in beauty contest.
140
ANTIQUE TRUCK SHOW
Entries add new meaning to term 'vintage.'
148
EDITORIAL: JIM WINSOR
Entries add new meaning to term 'vintage.'
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