One common question that may be asking yourself is, “Can You Put a Truck on Cinder Block?.” The short answer is yes, but there are some things you must remember first. First, you cannot use a hydraulic jack stand to lift a truck on cinder blocks. That’s because the concrete is too frangible. Instead, you …
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Before you begin, it’s important to determine whether your riding lawn mower will fit into your truck bed. If the answer is yes, you can load it with the use of a long ramp. Alternatively, you can park your truck at the bottom of a slight hill. That way, you won’t have to worry about …
During World War II, two-half-ton trucks acted as the backbone of the Allied transport, but by the 1970s, the 5-tonners were taking their place. Compared to the 2 1/2-tonners, 5-tonners offered more power, double the payload and a larger cargo volume. While both types of trucks were used for heavy work, the two-half-tonners were largely …
There are several common reasons for a truck to stop running. One of the most common is a problem with the ignition or the fuel pump. If you have been experiencing a stalling problem on hard acceleration, this problem can be caused by a faulty EGR valve. Luckily, you can often diagnose this problem without …
You may have seen the latest Chevrolet truck commercial featuring a cat named Walter. The cat is a part of the Chevrolet commercial, which debuted during the NFL playoffs. Although people are still not entirely sure whether the cat is real or not, it certainly makes for a funny and memorable commercial. Here are some …
Ice Cream is an American summer favorite and Uber wants to get involved. The on-demand car service is partnering with local ice cream trucks in seven cities. Through their app, users can find the nearest ice cream truck and order a tasty treat. It’s available for both iPhones and Android phones, and users can easily …
If you are an Amazon Prime subscriber, you may be wondering, “How do I track my delivery truck?” The answer is simple: you can use Amazon’s API to get precise information about your delivery truck’s route. This allows you to track the exact location of your driver, as well as see how many stops he …
When people see a tow truck, they automatically think of a police car. That’s why tow trucks can also use blue and red flashing lights, but these must be rear-facing. Only police cars are permitted to have forward-facing blue lights. But now lawmakers in Illinois want to change that. Using blue lights will not only …
If you are stuck in the middle of nowhere and you need to change a truck tire, here’s what you need to know. Most truck drivers will have a spare tire or at least a jack handy. With a spare tire, you can replace a flat tire in no time. To remove a damaged tire …
Why do semi trucks get stuck on train tracks, and how do they avoid them? The first thing to remember is that crossing railroad tracks is not a walk in the park. You have to give yourself some time to clear the railroad tracks before proceeding. If there isn’t enough room, make sure to call …