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A1 EXCAVATING Continued from page 17 Sand opportunity By 2011 the sand mines near Bloomer suddenly were producing a hot commodity as their product was in need in North Dakota, where it's mixed in a slurry and pumped into the ground, pushing natural gas into more accessible spaces. Pecha was quick to take advantage of the opportunity and dedicated five new Model 367s fitted with PACCAR MX engines and aluminum dump bodies to the task. A new Model 567 is also on the job. It's not a high mileage application, as some of the sand mines are less than five miles away. But it's high wear-andtear mileage, as the sand mines present a challenging off-road environment. "The equipment can handle it," Pecha says. "The tightness of the cab, the durability — you really see the difference with these Peterbilts." NEW MODEL 567 IMPRESSES DRIVER Marty Erickson is running a dedicated sand haul in a new Peterbilt Model 567, powered by a PACCAR MX engine, for A1 Excavating. "I love the truck," says Erickson, who has been working out of the pre-production unit since January. "I really like the visibility out of it," he adds. "There's a lot of room, and it handles real well, especially in the conditions and terrain where we have to operate. I also really like the power." Watson & Chalin's next generation of its popular, steerable Tru-Track Alumilite family is now available through Peterbilt! - SSR (Super Short Rail) is now available in our SL0893 (8K), SL1093 (10K) and SL1190 (13.5K) suspensions - SL2065 - A new 20K steerable with all of the benefits of our SL2089 and SL2055 combined into ONE model These new axles will be available throughout the Peterbilt product line. With all of the benefits of our Tru-Track Alumilite family, SSR is now available at Peterbilt. Our super-short rail design allows for more compact packaging when frame space is limited. You can expect to receive the same superior performance and warranty support in these new offerings. The Watson & Chalin - Peterbilt team has listened to your needs and we are pleased to make this new model available. SL2065 The new SL2065 raises the bar for a high capacity steerable lift axle. Utilizing proven bushing, arm and torque rod designs, the SL2065 is our most high roll and laterally resistant steerable suspension. And when it comes to weight savings, the SL2065 is over 200 lbs. lighter than the SL2089 and more than 60 lbs. lighter than the SL2055. Tough, durable and ready to work! Look for a disk brake option coming soon. 800.445.0736 • 972.547.6020 • www.watsonsuspensions.com Whatever your needs are in an auxiliary steerable suspension, W&C has the right one for you!