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Posted on Mon, Nov 15, 2010 at 8:50 AM CST in BROWNVILLE, KS

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was just woundering if any of you guys run volvo trucks are they lighter? will they hold up with the hopper life? just woundern Ive always had kws petes and classics but as I get older I dont really care about looks just maken money. They are much cheaper thats why I ask if they will hold up thanks so much for your time guys.

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