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Old 12-11-2024, 01:39 AM   #1
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I've seen better looking As
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Old 12-11-2024, 01:43 AM   #2
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Another excellent photo I'm trying to figure out what that post looking thing is to the right of the duals it almost looks like a mailbox post???
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Another excellent photo I'm trying to figure out what that post looking thing is to the right of the duals it almost looks like a mailbox post???
Looks like an outrigger to me.
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Looks like an outrigger to me.
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Here is a different view of that tow truck.....this one in color (both are modern photos):



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When I enlarge the photo, it looks like a heavy maul (sledgehammer) hanging on the side of the truck bed.
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When I enlarge the photo, it looks like a heavy maul (sledgehammer) hanging on the side of the truck bed.
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I can see that now. Nice enlargement.
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Yeah with the enlarged photo it definitely is a sledge hammer. Sometimes you have to beat the hell out things!!!
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