Die Cast Truck Collection

By Edward Fisher

An Introduction to Collecting Die-Cast Trucks

Collecting die-cast trucks is a fun and fascinating hobby. Whether you are interested in casual collecting or if you're a die-hard collector, there is something in this hobby for everyone. When starting out collecting, or if you are purchasing a truck for a collector, there is some basic information that all collectors should know about die-cast trucks.

Die-Cast Truck Types

While some people collect strictly one type of die-cast vehicle, there are a wide range of vehicle types available. Some collectors focus on antique trucks, and others like to collect trucks from a single manufacturer. Others may focus strictly on a type of truck, such as 18-wheelers, and others may have an interest in farm vehicles or construction equipment. It's important to decide what sort of truck you are most interested in, so you can focus your research and purchasing.

Die-Cast Truck Manufacturers

There are many different manufacturers of die-cast trucks. Some of these manufacturers include:

· Norscott - Norscott is the primary manufacturer of Caterpillar die-cast construction equipment, as well as other brands such as Peterbilt, Kenworth, Case, Claas, Bell, Liebherr and Yale/Hyster.

· Ertl - Ertl is one of the oldest die-cast truck manufacturers. Ertl's primary focus is on farm equipment, and manufactures John Deere and Case/New Holland farm vehicles.

· Tonkin - Tonkin focuses on road trucks, primarily 18-wheelers, but their collection also includes log trucks and dump trucks.

· New Ray - New Ray Trucks also focus on road trucks, including 18-wheelers and pickup trucks, but their collection also includes specialty trucks such as garbage trucks and tanker trucks.

· Yatming - Yatming is a Hong Kong company that manufactures a wide line of fire trucks and police vehicles, in addition to its automobile lines.

· Corgi - Corgi is a British manufacturer that specializes in branded trucks and limited edition collectable vehicles.

· Tonka - Tonka trucks were manufactured more strictly as toys than many die-cast trucks made today. Tonka is currently owned by Hasbro, and now licenses the Tonka name to Maisto for die-cast vehicles. Today's Tonka trucks include pickup trucks, farm tractors, big rigs and branded trucks.

Die-Cast Truck Scales

A scale refers to the ratio of the size of the model truck to the size of the actual truck. The primary scales for die-cast vehicles are 1:18, 1:24, 1:43, and 1:64. In a 1:18 scale truck, one inch on the die-cast truck translates to 18 inches on the actual truck. Some collectors prefer one scale of die-cast toy trucks, while other's collect trucks from a variety of scales.

Resources for Die-Cast Truck Collectors

The majority of resources for die-cast truck collectors are web sites created by die-cast truck manufacturers and sites developed by other collectors. While manufacturer web sites can easily be found with a simple search, it is more difficult to locate non-manufacturer resources.

This article was researched and written by Edward Fisher who has been involved in the steel industry for 30+ years. Edward grew up on a Farm in Saskatchewan and then spent years chasing Oil Rigs all over Canada and during that time was involved with the manufacture of steel while living in Sault Ste Marie Ontario. Edward settled in Atlantic Canada in late 1987 where he met and married his wife Ada. Edward is still involved in the steel industry but is now semi retired and spends more time at home with his wife and chasing one of his passions Die Cast Products. As a child his dad bought some Die Cast farm tractors that were the start of a life of fascination for Die Cast products. We welcome your comments and suggestions on our article at http://numberfirstsales.blogspot.com

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Purchaser Beware - What to Seem Out For When Procuring For a Utilized Truck

The Truck is a favourite when it comes to possessing a trustworthy automobile that can be applied for a wide variety of functions. No matter if you want to use a truck for business use at your work or just simply because will need some thing to pull your boat or haul family objects about, a truck can be your most valued possession. Nevertheless, trucks can be a bit a lot more expensive, have particular licensing and insurance needs. Generally truck resellers consider benefit of this when they are in the business of earning cash so it\'s a \"buyers beware\" market place. Here are some issues to search out for when purchasing for a employed truck:

Truck Dimensions

When buying for a utilized truck, the most crucial issue to consider is how major of a truck you truly want to get the work carried out. If you will be hauling reasonably light loads or modest trailers, then a great compact truck ought to work nicely for you. In contrast, if you have a large boat or gear that will be pulled all-around on a consistent basis, then a bigger model will be superior. Retaining this in mind prior to strolling into a employed truck dealership should support avoid you from driving off with an overpriced complete size truck that is a lot more appears than functional for you- with the payments to display for it.

Engine and Fuel Use

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If you are hunting for value for your truck acquire, you might be amazed to discover that numerous compact trucks get the same mileage as automobiles. There are compact truck designs that have four, 6, and 8 cylinder engines and computerized transmissions that will give you a very good mileage per dollar investment. That\'s in contrast to the more substantial 10 and diesel engines that complete dimension trucks give. Except the dealership is giving you an great offer on the price tag to compensate for the lack of fuel economic system, then it\'s possibly not worthy of it to buy a whole dimension truck for daily use.

Safety Devices

Today\'s trucks arrive loaded with the greatest in safety gear like anti-lock brakes, drive train slippage prevention and air bags. Just like autos, the newer year trucks will provide you, your loved ones or workers a greater security rating than an older utilized truck. That\'s in particular critical if you will be making use of the truck for family members transportation or as aspect of a company fleet of autos. When getting a utilised truck, you may possibly want to inquire as to the safety rating and inquire about any security devices that it has in advance of you determine to obtain it. That can save lives in the occasion of an accident.

Passenger Capacity/Interior

There are three standard designs when it comes to truck interiors. These consist of typical cab, prolonged cab and crew cabs. What that means is if you will want more room inside the truck, this kind of as for workers or loved ones, you will need to have the type of cab space to accommodate that. Also numerous men and women have learned tion stick in the center of the front seat spot. Attempt putting a car or truck seat there and you\'ll see how annoying that can be. When getting a utilised truck, check out to photo who will be riding in the truck on a standard basis and how significantly room you will really require.

Towing Potential

Men and women typically get trucks to handle touch hauling work opportunities like towing boats, function trailers or other tools. These can be private or operate related so in buy to get the very best worth on a utilized truck, its crucial to inquire as to the truck\'s towing potential just before you purchase it. Here\'s a array to maintain in thoughts: Compact trucks can tow involving 1-one.5 tons, total-size trucks can tow four-five tons dependent on how they are equipped.
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Let's Talk Half-Ton Trucks

By Mark Polk

How does your Tow Vehicle Stack up in the Real World

I was watching television the other night when a Ford commercial came on. They had two competitors vehicles hooked to an 11,000 pound trailer and the guy says something along the lines of, it would take two trucks to tow an 11,000 pound trailer unless you have a Ford F-150 with a fully boxed frame. Now, because of what I do for a living this commercial advertisement immediately got my attention.

My first thought was that a fully boxed frame might be a nice feature, but I found it difficult to believe that this was the reason the truck could tow more weight than any other half-ton truck on the planet. The last time I checked, reasons for strong tow ratings were due to factors like the engine, transmission, and rear axle ratio to name a few. This piqued my curiosity and I decided the next morning I would forgo my daily work plan and investigate this claim, that a half-ton Ford F-150 could in fact tow 11,000 pounds safely.

The first order of business was to check some published towing guides to confirm Ford's claim. I started with the 2007 Ford Fleet Towing Guide. When I went to the section on half-ton trucks I discovered that the highest published tow rating listed for a half-ton F-150 was 10,500 pounds. Upon further examination I found that there was only one F-150 truck, out of 56 configurations available, with this 10,500 pound rating. It was a regular cab 4X2, with a 144.5 inch wheelbase and a 4.10 axle ratio. But wait there was a footnote, it read that this truck also required a heavy duty payload package, and in parenthesis it said (late availability). I don't know when this towing guide was published, or whether this heavy duty payload package was available at the time of this writing.

Let's look at where we're at so far. Out of 56 configurations between Ford F-150 half-ton regular cab, supercab and supercrew trucks, two wheel drive, four wheel drive, short bed and long bed models with 3.55, 3.73 or 4.10 axle ratios there was only one F-150 half-ton truck rated to tow 10,500 pounds. The last time I checked a regular cab, two-wheel drive long wheel base truck was not the favorite choice among the masses in the truck buying category.

But wait, there was another problem; the TV ad said Ford had a half-ton F-150 that could tow 11,000 pounds, not 10,500. Before wasting a lot of time, for no reason, I decided to check a couple of other 2007 towing guides I had lying around to see if one of them could clear up some of this confusion. The 2007 RV Business Towing Guide listed 49, F-150 trucks in various configurations, of which the highest tow rating was 9,900 pounds. Again it was a regular cab, two-wheel drive with an 8 foot bed and a 5.4 liter V-8 engine. There were two footnotes which called for an automatic transmission and a 4.10:1 axle ratio. The 2007 Trailer Life Annual Towing Guide listed the same 49, F-150 configurations with the same model rated to tow 9,900 pounds. Now I was thoroughly confused. Can an F-150 tow 9,900, 10,500 or 11,000 pounds? I decided I better contact somebody at Ford about the TV commercial and find out what's going on. Who was right, the television ad or one of the published towing guides?

I searched and searched for any of the Ford representatives contact information who might quickly clear this matter up, but soon discovered it was a challenge to get to the top. The closest thing I could come to was a Ford Public Relations phone number I stumbled across on the Internet. I spoke with a young lady about my dilemma; she said she wasn't allowed to give me her name. I explained the problem between the television ad and the published towing guides and she told me that tow ratings are based on how the truck was equipped. I attempted to explain that I thoroughly understood this, but that this didn't answer my question. Her final response was for me to contact a local Ford dealer and they would be able to answer all of my questions. Now I have been at this RV towing thing for quite some time, but for the benefit of the doubt and to comply with the guidance I was given, I contacted a local Ford dealership. I'm glad I didn't have to pay for the phone call because what I already suspected turned out to be right. I talked to the sales department and the service department and nobody could tell me what the highest tow rating for a 2007 F150 was, based on any configuration.

I let things rest for a few days, so I could get caught up on some work I was falling behind on. Low and behold I saw the same commercial on TV again. Now rather than just being curious I was starting to be concerned about the huge audience watching this same commercial advertisement. The next morning I did some research on the Internet. I soon discovered this commercial was part of the Ford Challenge advertising campaign. They even have a website for it. Take the challenge. See why Ford is the better choice. I'm sure you have probably seen some of the other Ford challenge commercials involving the Ford Fusion and the Ford Expedition. Basically, the Ford Challenge advertising highlights some of the vehicles features and capabilities as compared to its competition. The F-150 boasts best-in-class payload and towing.

In an attempt to be fair, and not make judgment, I tried for a second time to contact somebody at Ford who might clear this matter up. This time I had to settle for sending an email to a customer service department under the listing of sales and advertising. Ten days later I received a response from the Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center regarding the maximum trailer weight of a 2007 Ford F-150. It read, "In an effort to assist you, we have researched on your inquiry. As per our resources, the maximum trailer weight in pounds for a properly equipped F-150 without cargo is 10,500 pounds." There was no mention of the advertised 11,000 pound rating in the e-mail response.

Now I thought I really need to contact somebody at Ford for an explanation. As a third attempt I went to media.ford.com. This is where all of the media types can access information not readily available to the general public. I registered, listed my credentials and was granted access. After researching the media site I called the point of contact for a press release referencing the F-150 11,000 pound rating, but never heard back. Next I contacted Ford's Manager for North American Marketing and Sales Communications by e-mail. I didn't get a response for over a week, so I called and left a voice mail message. I still haven't heard anything at the time of this writing. Personally I would think somebody at Ford would want to clear this matter up.

After some additional research it was my opinion, and my opinion only, that when Ford got wind of the 2007 Toyota Tundra's offering of a 5.7 Liter V-8 with 381 horsepower and 401 lb-ft of torque, they felt threatened a bit. Early on, this year, Toyota stated this half-ton truck would have tow ratings of 10,000+ pounds. An Edmunds.com 2007 Toyota Tundra review stated that a properly equipped 4X2 regular cab Tundra can tow up to 10,800 pounds. This would have been the highest tow ratings in its class for 2007. According to Autodata, Ford saw its F-Series sales slip 14 percent in the first quarter of 2007. Was the Ford claim of 11,000 pounds a result of not being outdone? Not losing sales to its competition? After all, Ford trucks have been the king of the hill for quite some time.

I found it interesting that in 2004, 2005 and 2006 the highest tow rating for an F-150 was 9,900 pounds. In August of 2006 Ford announced the 2007 F-150 was capable of towing 10,500, and in January 2007 it was increased to 11,000 pounds. The only difference between these trucks, to justify this increase, is a fully boxed frame??

Vehicles go through rigorous testing to determine tow ratings. There are many factors involved like engine size, transmission, wheelbase, axle ratio, brakes, cooling systems, tow packages and much more. The problem that I see with tow ratings is that even though there are many factors involved and there is rigorous testing involved, there is no set standard to measure these things against, at least not that I'm aware of.

Let's take a look at some actual specifications between the Ford F-150 and the Toyota Tundra and then we'll do the math. The Ford F-150 in question has a 5.4L V-8 engine with 300 horsepower @ 5,000 RPM and 365 lb-ft @ 3,750 RPM. The Toyota Tundra has a 5.7 L V-8 engine with 381 horsepower @ 5,600 RPM and 401 lb-ft @ 3,600 RPM. Both have a 4.10:1 rear axle ratio. Ford advertises a tow rating of 11,000 pounds and Toyota advertises a tow rating of 10,800. The F-150 has a Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) of 15,800 pounds and the Tundra has a GCWR of 16,000 pounds. It's interesting that the Toyota has the higher horsepower, torque and GCWR, but a lower tow rating!

Let's look at a simple formula used to determine vehicle tow ratings. The GCWR is the maximum permissible weight of the fully loaded vehicle and the fully loaded trailer combined. So if we take the GCWR minus the vehicle curb weight (the actual weight of the truck, less passengers and cargo) we know how much weight the truck can tow. In our example we will use the vehicle curb weight listed by the vehicle manufacturer.

The Toyota Tundra has a GCWR of 16,000 minus the curb weight of 5,200 = 10,800 pounds, which is the advertised tow rating of the Tundra in our example.

The Ford F-150 has a new GCWR of 15,800 minus the curb weight of 5,125 = 10,675 pounds, which is 325 pounds less than the advertised 11,000 pound tow rating. Things don't add up here! And I don't understand how the truck's GCWR increased from 15,300 to 15,800 pounds with little or no change to the truck. Even with the higher GCWR this truck can't tow 11,000 pounds, at least not mathematically.

This simple formula works for any towing application. I mentioned that I tried to contact Ford on five separate occasions, to explain this difference in the calculations. The only response I received at the time of this release was from the Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center, regarding the maximum trailer weight of a 2007 Ford F-150. It read, "In an effort to assist you, we have researched on your inquiry. As per our resources, the maximum trailer weight in pounds for a properly equipped F-150 without cargo is 10,500 pounds. Without another response from Ford I have to assume that this basic formula, which works in all other scenarios, is correct in this scenario.

Perhaps an even larger problem is, the consumer doesn't really understand vehicle tow ratings and nobody on the vehicle manufacturing side of the house is really attempting to educate consumers on this topic. I mean really, advertising an 11,000 pound tow rating to the masses when in reality only one version of the F-150, out of 56 available, can tow close to the advertised weight. And sadly in the real world of towing it can't even do that. Let me explain.

When a manufacturer determines a tow rating it is usually based on an empty vehicle, without many options, and the weight of the driver. Most weights used for the driver are listed at 150 pounds. I think the last time I weighed 150 pounds was sometime in junior high school. Here's how this tow thing really works. You want to buy an F-150 to tow a Recreation Vehicle. For starters you want a supercab so there is room for the family. And of course you wouldn't be caught dead without four wheel drive, and it has to be a short wheelbase model. Next on the list, you want something that has decent fuel economy because you will be using it to drive to work when you're not towing the trailer. So you compromise and go with a 4.6 Liter V-8 with a 3.55:1 axle ratio. Out of those 56 configurations of F-150 trucks you now have one to choose from. That's right, one model meets your criteria and the tow rating of your new F-150 is 6,000 pounds, not 11,000.

This takes us back to the empty truck with a driver who weighs 150 pounds. Let's look at the real world again. You have a wife and two children whose combined weight is 330 pounds, being conservative. The additional options you want on your truck like the bed liner, brush guard and side steps added 150 pounds, again being conservative. Now, do you plan to put anything in the back of the truck when you go camping? Well it's a good place for the bikes and lawn chairs, and don't forget about your tool box. Since we have been conservative to this point we'll just add another 130 pounds for cargo. And the difference between your actual weight and the 150 pound driver is, let's say 40 pounds which in my case is still on the conservative side. Now let's do the math. A 6,000 pound tow rating minus 650 pounds of added weight equals a 5,350 pound tow rating. You see, everything you add on, or load in to the truck takes that same amount away from the vehicles tow rating.

Oh and don't forget the tongue weight of the trailer you're towing. Additional weight like tongue weight and other weight added to the vehicle cannot exceed any vehicle weight ratings like the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) and the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). While were on the subject of weights, I mentioned another weight rating earlier that isn't talked about very often, the Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR). In the real world the GCWR is very important when you are talking about towing because it is the maximum permissible weight of the fully loaded tow vehicle and the fully loaded trailer combined. If you go to a set of scales and weigh the fully loaded truck and the fully loaded trailer it cannot exceed the GCWR of the tow vehicle. We can go one step further and say that regardless of the advertised tow rating if you subtract the curb weight of the vehicle (plus any added weight) from the tow vehicle's GCWR it will give you the amount of weight the vehicle can actually tow. In our last example the GCWR for the truck in our example was 11,500. The curb weight was about 5,360 plus our added weight of 650 pounds. But don't forget to subtract the 150 pound driver. So our truck can tow 5,340 pounds before it exceeds the GCWR. The GCWR takes all factors into consideration, unlike the vehicle tow rating. Head to the scales to find out how things stack up in the real world of towing.

It doesn't stop here; there are many other things to consider. For example the hitch receiver on the back of the tow vehicle has a weight rating too. The truck might be able to tow 5,340 pounds, but if the receiver is rated for 5,000 pounds that's the most you can tow. You see everything in the towing system is based on the weakest link in the system.

As you can see there is a lot more involved with tow ratings than a television commercial advertising a fully boxed frame. I could write an entire book on the topic. Well, actually I did. Much more information is available in my book, The RV Book, and DVD titled Trailer Towing, Weights, Hitchwork & Backing, available at http://www.rveducation101.com

All I really know is the last trailer I owned weighed in at about 7,300 pounds when it was loaded to go camping. My ¾ ton truck at the time had a tow rating of 8,800 pounds and I was below the GCWR. Towing the trailer was not always a pleasurable experience. I get nervous when I hear about a ½ ton truck capable of towing 11,000 pounds, don't you?

Here is my Ford Challenge to Ford. Let me review this one ½ ton F-150 that can tow 11,000 pounds. I'll hook it up to an 11,000 pound trailer, take a test drive and write a review. If I'm wrong about my doubts that it can tow an 11,000 pound trailer safely and effortlessly I'll be the first to admit it. I'll keep checking my e-mail, but won't get my hopes up.

I'll leave you with a few thoughts to ponder:

1) Don't let commercial advertising plant a seed that all F-150 trucks can tow 11,000 pounds, when in fact only one model is rated for 10,500, at least that's what the Ford towing guide says. And then do the math and see what that one truck can tow in the real world.

2) Are truck manufacturers crossing a fine line with advertised tow ratings? I have been involved in a few legal cases, as an expert witness, where people were paralyzed and killed. The common factor in these cases involved improperly matched tow vehicles and trailers. Don't depend on automobile dealerships and RV dealerships to always give you 100% accurate information. Do your homework before purchasing a tow vehicle and trailer.

3) Are RV manufacturers building trailers too heavy for today's trucks? Is this the reason for increased tow ratings? If a trailer has a GVWR that is higher than the tow rating of your vehicle it is a mismatch. If you load the trailer to its GVWR you will exceed your tow vehicle rating.

4) At this rate what will happen with tow ratings by 2010?

UPDATE: 1 JUNE 2007

After numerous attempts to contact Ford representatives and after writing this article I was finally contacted by the Ford Public Relations Group, Ford Truck Commercial Manager. I believe that was his title. He claimed that the Gross Combined Weight Rating for the half-ton truck in question was raised from 15,800 pounds to 16,400 pounds, as of 31 May 2007. It was originally 15,300 pounds, then 15,800 and now 16,400. I questioned what changed on the vehicle to account for the latest increase in the GCWR and was told the shackle and bumper attachments were improved and something about the unique tires the truck had. He also informed me that the truck passed the same rigorous truck durability testing cycle that all Fords trucks are put through to determine its capabilities. On more than one occasion he mentioned that Ford was not just manipulating the numbers. One problem I still see is that there is no standardized testing for vehicles to determine tow capacities, so basically it is left to the manufacturer to determine ratings. I still have my doubts about any half-ton truck being able to safely tow 11,000 pounds, but for the record Ford finally came forward and said their truck can do it. I'll let you, the consumer, be the judge.

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Simple Safety Guidelines for Using Bucket Trucks and Boom Trucks

Bucket trucks are extremely helpful mechanical pieces of equipment. These trucks make it easier and safer than manual labour, but when these trucks are not used correctly, they can be very dangerous machinery resulting in mechanical or personal destruction. This article includes safety tips and guidelines that should be followed on a daily basis.
Daily safety inspections should be performed before dispatching the operator into the field. The utility truck should be checked for oil leaks, broken or damaged parts, wear and tear, rust or cracks. All controls should be checked to insure proper working condition. Of course if any problems have been found, they will need to be assessed before operating the bucket truck.
Also, work site conditions will need to be examined on a daily basis as well. This is also to insure the safety of all workers and trucks. When parking a bucket truck it is essential to park on level grounds. Always check for possible aerial hazards, such as power lines or any possible hazards. This should be practiced at each and every job site. When working with power lines, only trained electrical professionals need operate the bucket truck. And, of course utility trucks should not be used in high wind weather.
As an operator of any utility truck, you may find it useful to create a daily safety check list. Although the safety precautions that have already been mentioned are important to follow. Here are some more pointers to insure the quality achievements in taking safety measures for accurate bucket truck operations.
* Always be sure to fill the trucks tank with fuel before heading out on any calls.
* Check controls, such as emergency stop and lower
* Be sure to know exactly how to lower the bucket if and when the power system malfunctions.
* Check to insure that propane tanks and tank heaters are full, which enables to the electric generator to fully function
* Be sure to keep truck free of debris and cover the bucket when not in use
Now, the following are more informational safety precautions to follow on the job site. Safety is never taken lightly especially when it comes to bucket truck operations. Bucket truck operators usually work by themselves
* Attention detail should be asserted in snow and icy weather conditions, parking the altec bucket trucks may be more difficult than in usual weather conditions. The truck may stick out more in roadways, be sure pay close attention in to the work setup area.
* Always be alert for soft grounding surfaces, this could lead to tipping
* Look Around, take in the scenery, never get to close to power lines, trees, telephone lines, etc.
* As when driving any vehicle.....buckle up! Also buckle up when in the bucket and be sure to wear safety gear, such as hard hat, safety glasses and gloves
There you have it, a basic acknowledgement of bucket truck safety. When purchasing a bucket truck from a company such as I80 Equipment, they will provide you with training and manuals for operations, safety and servicing. Feel free to visit their website at http://www.I80equipment.com.

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