Trucks and Drivers - A 360 Degree View

By Matthew Barr 

Trucks and truck drivers have been in portrayed in films whether it be in realistic stories or fictional ones. Some of the big and smaller but hit movies of yesterday and today has been seen to gain notice because they featured trucks in the story. There are also some movies which had a small part for trucks but still they seem to be noticed by the viewers.

So what's the appeal of these trucks? Many would be attracted to the macho appeal of the trucks and well, the drivers as well. Guys, as everybody knows, just love machines. Others just love the action. And depending on the movie, many would watch the movie for its story too.

If you really want to go deeper about trucks or about the lives of these drivers, you have to watch History Channel's feature entitled the Ice Road Truckers. The series features truck drivers who are exposed to worse road conditions with the ice and all when they haul and deliver materials and equipment to the diamond mines. The difficulty is not only due to the weather but combine this with the fact that these things are heavy.

If you have seen the Convoy, it showed the abuse of the sheriff and other police officials towards truck drivers in particular to the star and his friends in the movie. Well, the truckers bond together in order face the problem at hand and they eventually prevail in the end.

Now, look at the lighter portrayal of trucks in movies. Start with the Transformers. Optimus Prime, the big guy among the good guys in this movie is a truck. If you watch the movie, you will definitely appreciate the shiny body of this truck. While many would picture trucks as big and dirty vehicles in the middle of the road, Optimus Prime is clean and shiny. He also has a good heart.

How about the animated movie, Cars? You would see a lot of trucks on the road here. You can take your pick. Some are clean, shiny and just beautiful while others are old, dirty and just ready to retire. Of course, you would see those trucks resting on the side of the road in the middle of the night. It was even portrayed that they were just tired and sleeping.

Of course, these shows and these movies show the different sides of the being truckers and even the trucks. As you can see in Cars, trucks too get tired even if they are machines. If even the trucks need rest then the more that drivers would need it too. But then there's the image of trucks being big and strong like the one given off by Optimus Prime in Transformers. It somehow counters the connotation of trucks being dirty from being on the road a long time without any washing. On the part of the drivers, movies show that they are not "just drivers." They are also people that also have lives besides driving. With regards to their job, they are really dedicated it. Even though driving may seem easy, their job actually has some difficulties that people don't see.

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Choosing The Right Tire For Your Stock Jeep Wrangler

By James C 

When it comes to Jeeps one of the most common questions asked is, "What size tires can I fit on my Jeep?" If you have asked that question or if you intend on putting larger tires on your Jeep you should give this article a read. It will help you make your decision on what tire to buy for your stock Jeep.

There are three models of Jeep Wranglers, the YJ, TJ and JK. The YJ which were made between 1987 and 1995 are best identified by the square headlights and leaf spring suspension. If you have a YJ your best bet without a lift is a 30 x 9.5 inch tire. Next there is the TJ which was made from 1997 to 2006. TJs are identified by the return to round headlights and is the first model to use a coil spring suspension. They have a little more clearance so you can therefore go with a 31 x 10.5 inch tire with no problems. You might have to adjust the steering stops if you keep the stock wheels biut that is an easy procedure. (Do a search for "jeep steering stop adjustment"). Finally you have the newest JK version which were built between 2007 and the present. JKs have an even larger wheel opening as well as an increased wheel base and slightly wider stance. JK's can easily run a 32" tire and even a 33" tire with the right wheels.

So there it is. Those are the basic tire sizes you can fit on stock Wranglers. Of course you should use this as a general guideline only. Consult a tire professional before investing the money in wheels and tires if you are unsure about what tire will fit.

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Custom Truck Wheels - Express Yourself

By Ernest Jarquio 

Many years ago a truck was, well, just a truck. They were tough working vehicles used for hauling goods and getting to work and not a whole lot more than that. These days the term "light truck" refers to a variety of vehicles including pick-up trucks, SUV's and vans. These "light trucks" account for approximately 25% of all vehicles on the road and they are considered to be much more than just a "work truck". In fact, for many people the light truck is their only vehicle or their main source of transportation. A current trend includes adding details including custom truck wheels to personalize the truck and express the driver's personality.

Styles To Choose From

Custom truck wheels come in a wide variety of designs and sizes. The average sizes range from 17 inches up to 24 inches in diameter and every size in between. When choosing the size you would like for your truck, it is a good idea to take into consideration the cost of tires since getting "unusual" sizes may cost more especially for a truck since the tires need to be rated "heavy duty".

Another consideration for the size of your custom truck wheels is the effect that size has on the overall appearance of the truck. A simple change such as going to a slightly smaller or larger wheel size can have a large impact on the look of the truck and the statement that the truck makes about your personality. Some people prefer to use two different sizes with slightly smaller wheels on the front and larger wheels in the back.

Effects And Designs

The designs are virtually unlimited and range from ultra-shiny chrome spikes to dazzling rhinestones. You can express yourself in many different ways with custom truck wheels and make your truck one-of-a-kind. Your truck may have an "outlaw" appearance with black wheels accented by silver studs or a "jetsetter" look with polished chrome and rhinestone accents. Maybe you would prefer a superhero image with a spider web design on your wheels which could be carried over into a custom paint job with Spiderman on a web?

Other custom wheels create an optical illusion that the tires are spinning backwards and get your truck extra attention when you are out on the road. Your options are as unlimited as your imagination. "Pimping your ride" is as easy as choosing a custom truck wheel that compliments your truck and your personality.

Shopping For Them

Finding custom tires these days couldn't be simpler. You can get them at most tires stores and the most unique wheels can be found on the internet for a reasonable price. Many of the online stores include a free downloadable instruction guide to assist you in installing the custom truck wheels yourself saving you even more money.

No longer just an old work horse out on the farm, the modern truck has evolved into almost a work of art. Your truck has become almost an extension of yourself and people will recognize you while driving down the road by the unique look of your truck.

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