"Murphy" I got one used to look just like it. Came from a Murphy gas stop, fell out of a bodys car I suppose. Wife picked him up. Yeah! Dependent write off!
What if it Snows?
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Steep little downhill in TN. . My exp on it was on the old road before now 4 lane divided. Quite kinky, steep, and no runaway slots.
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The term "Monteagle, TN downgrade" refers to the steep and historically hazardous descent on Interstate 24 (I-24) through the Cumberland Plateau near Monteagle, Tennessee. The mountain's dangerous reputation stems from its grades, especially on the original US 41 alignment, which posed challenges for drivers, particularly truckers, due to steep descents, sharp curves, and narrow lanes. While I-24 is now safer than the old highway, its grades (up to 6%) remain a hazard, and truckers are advised to use safety precautions like slowing down and using the truck check station.
- Location: The downgrade is on I-24 as it descends the Cumberland Plateau.
- Hazard: The descent is known for being steep, with a grade of up to 6%.
- Historical context: The old US 41 highway through Monteagle was considered "America's Most Feared Road" due to the dangerous conditions.
- Modern safety: While I-24 is an improvement, the grades are still a concern, and drivers, especially truckers, are advised to be cautious.
- Trucker advice: Drivers are often advised to slow down before the downgrade, stay on the main road, and use the truck check station located there.
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Tjhe term is : "Sobering thoughts suddenly seem important."Feedman, Dale thompson, Dave_in_AZ and 6 others Thank this.
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So the car still smells of gas. Got it.exhausted379, Feedman, IH Truck Guy and 10 others Thank this.
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I just knew that was waiting in the wings. Nothing is scared here.exhausted379, Feedman, Dale thompson and 8 others Thank this.
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Drove past a paper mill many times when was out in east tx. Not far from Lumberton. Woudnt want to live close to it.Feedman, Dale thompson, High Stepper and 6 others Thank this.
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It’s the FULL BEAVER MOONFeedman, Dale thompson, High Stepper and 7 others Thank this.
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I axed dad what was the coldest he ever worked in. He was from this area. 38 below he said. That was actual temp. Once you got a vehicle started you didn’t turn it off till quitting time.exhausted379, 77fib77, Feedman and 10 others Thank this.
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Guy I worked with called cow shat the smell of money. I disagreedJolliRoger, Dale thompson, High Stepper and 8 others Thank this.
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Several more for the OMs opinionaussiejosh, exhausted379, Feedman and 10 others Thank this.
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