The Pursuit Special is the name given to Max’s V8 Interceptor in Mad Max?. This 1973 Ford XB Falcon GT 351 was commissioned by the police commissioner and Main Force Patrol commander Fifi Macaffee. It was assembled by MFP mechanic Barry. It has port exhaust pipes, a Weiand “blower” supercharger, and a high-revving engine. This …
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With gas prices in a downward spiral and diesel at a dollar less a gallon, trucking and rail are often the cheapest ways to transport goods. But in the U.S., rail is the cheapest option for line-hauls longer than 600 miles. If you’re looking to move a lot of freight in a short time, rail …
You’ve read the headline: “How Much is a 2020 Lambo Truck?” Isn’t that a rhetorical question? Especially if the car’s name and the type of tires it has is enough to keep you off the ground? Or maybe you’re wondering how many dogs it can carry. Either way, it’s a lot of fun to imagine …
A garbage truck unloads at a landfill two to three times a week. The garbage truck’s owner collects garbage from designated locations, while an assistant sits in the passenger seat. After collecting the garbage, the owner backs the truck into a designated space at the landfill and releases the garbage. A hydraulic cylinder lifts up …
If you’ve seen the Mad Max films, you’ve probably wondered: What truck was used in the movies? There are several different models, but one truck in particular stands out. This massive, heavily armed truck is used to transport water and food from Gastown to Bullet Farm. It’s a Ford F-150 with a V-8 engine, and …
In the wake of WWE’s latest video, did Braun Strowman lift the truck? He’s the “Monster Among Men,” a monster who can lift vehicles. Strowman worked the Strongman Circuit where he lifted huge tires, bent bars and performed other feats of human strength. His actions are reminiscent of the Incredible Hulk, who flings things for …
A Chevrolet truck may be sputtering while accelerating because the fuel pump is clogged with sediment. It’s a good idea to take your truck to an auto repair shop for a checkup. Sputtering in your truck could also be due to other issues, including faulty engine mechanical parts. Listed below are the most common reasons …
Many people are wondering: Do Truck Wind Deflectors Really Work? Wind deflectors are a great way to help your truck save fuel. However, they can be a bit tricky to install. First, you have to determine how much room you have for the deflector on your truck. Then, you will need to decide what materials …
Dual gas tanks are essential components of old Ford trucks. They facilitate different parts of the truck engine by carrying gas in separate tanks. Due to the size and weight of these vehicles, dual tanks have limited gas carriage capacity. Modern pickup trucks do not have this problem. However, you might want to check the …
A cornerstone of the Monster Truck suspension is the shock. Most owners aren’t even sure how they work. The most common answer is that they are made of gas, but the true answer is actually a displacement of oil. You can think of the shocks as reservoirs and the shaft as the gas. This way, …