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It does seem to come and go in spurts. Sometimes we go a week without seeing another FedEx CC truck, then we find one sitting in some out-of-the-way spot, just when we get to thinking we're the only expeditor within a hundred miles. We have also been going to some new customers in places we had...

RE: o/o i do not have a problem >buying a st. truck,but just don't have down payment.they >want 10% down.i can get that but rather not use my house as >collateral.so,we will start out working for a o/o.but not >sure how to buy a truck if we like it.all my money will be >for bills and...

Or maybe not. Florida work depends on many factors, such as whether you're running team, willing to deadhead to the pickup, what company you lease with, the day of the week, and the luck of the draw. Over the years with FedEx, we have taken loads there and taken loads out all but two times...

Since you'll need at least a CDL class C to work in this field and you hope to run team with someone, I would suggest starting out in a C unit. Most I have seen are hydraulic brake so a C class CDL is all you need, and they are more comfortable than sharing a cargo van with another person...

RE: teaming a >Are teams in a "C" unit something that you see? occasionally? ever? My wife and I have been running a C unit since 1997. We have occasionally seen C units running single, although we see more D units running single. We have always had a sleeper 70" or more, so that puts the...

Sawbones, the truck in New Port Richie, go ahead and look at it, although it won't be there much longer. Call me at 434-846-0605 if you need assistance. For help with understanding air brakes, goto Google and enter the words "truck air brakes" in the search line. Links will pop up from all over...

The rotweiler got me in the conversation. Years ago I shared my truck with a rotweiler, and this was a KW100 cabover. He jumped in easier than I did. He was a wonderful companion in the truck and I often think about him. No, he wasn't inclined to bite or be nasty as he was a pet and friend. I...

We only buy used trucks. Over the past 8 years we seldom put 5000 mi on a truck without something needing to be fixed. Usually 2-3 times a year it is major. I doubt if the dealer ripped you off by selling a truck with known problems. All dealers we have talked with have to put a DOT inspection...

RE: can i get a few opionions on working for FEDEX I answered another post for you about FedEx CC. I'm not sure how to answer this, but will try. We (team) have not had a run to FL this year. When we get a run to FL, we will normally get a load somewhere northbound within 2 days. We have...

And I would add: 1. jugs of water for all seasons 2. clothing covering 2 seasons (Canada to Texas) 3. A 0 degree sleeping bag for those really cold winter times 4. trucker's atlas 5. CB radio 6. company forms and log books for 2 months 7. spare hoses, belts, fuses, oil and fuel filters 8. truck...

There is an article up here with some helpful ideas along that line, but I don't remember the link for it. To get you started, these are some things I would ask: 1. How do you like your company. Be ready for positive or negative answers. 2. Does your company keep you busy. 3. What parts of the...

We use a 3/4 thick board, 6" wide and 6' long, with a cheap rubber mat over it. Works great, cheap and easy to store. We have had to transfer FedEx CC freight at some of the darndest places, including truck stops and repair shops and a weight station once. Vernon in C2197

We have been in a C unit for over 7 years, and chose that size for much the same reasons you mentioned (including US Navy retirees). The major differences between a C and D unit are the size of the cargo boxes and the load capacity, both size and weight. The cab and sleeper areas are the same...

And make that sleeping bag at least zero degree. That way, you'll only need the 12 volt blanket running when it gets really cold. This will not run down your deep cycle aux battery as much, and remind you to run the engine sometime in early morning before your starting battery gets too cold...

Yes, we've been driving C units with FedEx CC for over 7 years, and I think you're fortunate to have found this deal. Since your truck (you will be driving) is already a FedEx CC truck, your qualifications other than what you mentioned, will be to show a recent 6 month work history driving that...

Regarding enough income from 4 trucks to support all, I would say it is possible, depending on the efforts of your financial partner to manage the day to day contact with the drivers and making sure they get paid on time and have someone who can give advice when and where it is needed and ensure...

That is some question! I will attempt to answer parts of it for you. The first part is the part you didn't ask about. >after being out of the trucking industry for over 20 yrs Most companies in this field require the lead (or first seat) driver to have recent verifyable experience as a driver...

Truckwife, Your statement "We've heard that its best to buy a new truck" This will depend on the person giving you advice. Most salesmen will push this advice. My advice would be to find someone looking to hire drivers, and drive their truck for 6 months. Your expeditor education will be a...

We look for a closed business on the way to delivery, hopefully with a place to eat nearby. After delivery, we head there and shut down for some restful sleep, away from the fumes and noise of truckstops. We usually checkin within 5 miles of delivery and get our sleep and our food that way...

From what I've seen, expect an extra paid 400 miles a week with a C unit. This makes logging worthwhile because you are able to earn more, sleep better, and have room for "stuff" you might want to take with you. The advantages of staying with a C truck (instead of a D truck) include less...