Recent content by cowboyz

Not knowing the details of the agreement the owner and driver had, I can only post this... If a unit is not profitable then I have to ask why? You look for the problem, then start eliminating problems, One would hope the problem would not be the driver, But if it is, then one has to do what they...

I sure would make sure I had a contract, Prior to buying that type of truck. And also a great team to go on it. I just bought a DR unit and home time is.... whats that? Sounds like you have all the equipment you need to get about any load, But being in the truck forever, You might want surround...

That storm that came through Texas early Wed. morning was ugly, I understand its in NC. now and at least nine people have been killed.I hope all you were safe, Felt like I was on a boat instead of a truck. Anyway be safe out there until next time.... Its Hard To Fall Off The Bed When You're...

RE: Watch when they claim they are Christian owner Real sorry about your deal. Please let me say, Just like 1 bad owner dosen't mean all owners are bad. And I should not have to tell you I'm a christian, That should be something that stands tall. You should be able to see that right away. Good...

I believe its illegal to avoid tax?? And I know, no one wants to pay the FET but its just the nature of the beast. When the Gov starts tracking this there are going to be some sad people, and some broke ones also. I don't know seems like.... you know.... stealing or somethins. Why should one...

I just don't understand why drivers and owners fight about home time. Looks like to me it would be pretty simple, Communicate, as a owner the truck has got to run more than enough to just pay the bills. Owners are in it for a profit too. If a owner just breaks even, Then what have they...

Can someone please tell me where the closest truck wash is from Elk Grove Village ILL. Way past due for a bath. THANKS!!!

Well for what its worth. I went through the same thing when I first started, Thought I had to take every load I was offered. That if I did take all the bad loads they would remember and give me some great loads. Well I think all it did was give them a scape goat, Give it to Doug, he'll take...

What i'm hearing so far, Is you have to have the facts about what it cost you per mile to run. ( Is this loaded or unloaded )or both? You have to get your average of miles somewhere. Where would a newcomer get this type of info. And is the drivers pay calculated into this, if so, How would one...

RE: Broom made a response about what your time is I often ask myself the same question about my time. But I know that I have to make the best of my time while im out here. But I do know that you have to allow room for mistakes. I only know of one that was ever perfect, and the people hung him...

First let me say welcome aboard, I can really relate to the cobwebs. I have only been doing this since JAN. And let me say I learn something new every day. I started JAN, In a tractor running solo, and for that time of year I thought I was doing pretty good. I was one of the "Produce" haulers...

EASY GUYS, I am not offended by the post ATEAM has put on here, I just been kind of busy, Home with the family! This month has been kind of unusual. As far as my averages. 2 kids, Both born in oct. 12 days apart. what a joy. To answer the question , I spend as much time as I can with them. But...

RE: Hows the the new FedEx CC FSC program working Thats a good question, Has anyone else heard anything from FEDEX about the concerns? I haven't. To see the amount of dollars a contractor would lose on a DR & CR unit, This will be hard to stay in busniess(For me anyway)with just buying a DR...

I don't really know if my expectations are to high, or unreal. I know that I try to keep all miles at a min. of 1.50, Now I am at about 1.45 all miles, I think 15 to 20 loads a month is about all I can handle at this point and time.(2 small kids) So really trying to make the best of my time and...

Just wanted to say welcome aboard, Feel free to ask all the questions you need. Plenty people to help you along. GOOD LUCK....