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    I need info about RJR Transporation?

    Hi Their Canadian drivers do alright.I know Paul in recruiting he's alright for a recruiter.lol If Keith is still there, you'll have a first class dispatcher.Soft spoken, mild mannered and always good for a laugh.Fairly smart too and thats unusual for a dispatcher.
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    Sprinter Van Problems

    Hi If you have a multi-tester you can easily isolate the problem.Set the tester to 20 volts DC.Remove the negative battery terminal, place the red probe to the battery post and put the black probe to the terminal end.If you get a reading above.100 something is draining your battery.If you have...
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    Driver Shortage

    Hi Yes expedite is JIT but enorder to keeps our trucks loaded our carriers are using the internet to find loads.These loads are general ltl freight.
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    Driver Shortage

    Hi Im with nightcreaper on this one.The pay of the average tractor-trailor driver has increased.From 22 cpm to 45 cpm with health insurance.The general freight rates have also increase along with specialized freight rates.A 53 foot reefer load is averaging over $3.00 per mile.A 53 foot drybox...
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    VICTIMS OF OUR OWN SUCCESS ??

    Hi IMHO 1, Put your pride aside when talking to wannabees,sure its great when they look at you with admiration when you tell them all the good points of the biz,but your hurting them and yourself when you don't tell the whole story. 2,Write your state reps, let them know that giving commercial...
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    Looking at being an expediter

    Hi Class C with hazmat endorsement.A written general knowledge test and a hazmat test.I didn't have to do a driving test because I had my license for more than 10 years with no points against it.Hope that helps.
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    What van should I buy?

    Hi Go with a 1-ton extended. Be very honest with the carrier when explaning what your looking for.because your situation could be a great disadvantage to them or ust what they are looking for. If you take a load to Indy and they have a load picking up in Indy going to Atlanta are you going to...
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    New Ohio Ban on Smoking

    Hi Can't wait till they decide we are all too fat and its costing the country millions.Then they can really work their magic.That way they will be able to come into your house and tell you how to live. Our goverment officials have wayyyy too much free time.Maybe we should only allow them to...
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    Rough idle at start on a 6.0 diesel

    Hi Check glow plug wiring harness.It sounds like one cylinder isn't preheating, then once it get up to temp it is firing normally.This setup wasn't one of Ford's better ideas.Also check for oil on bell housing (bad o-rings)Injectors are actuated by oil pressure and are prone to blown...
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    MERRY CHRISTMAS TO ALL OUR FORUM MEMBERS!

    Hi Merry Christmas.May the day bring you everything you wished for.
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    Finally after almost 2 years!

    Hi I wonder if since both the US and Canada are such new countries we just don't have a culture or tradition that we can force down other people throat.You never hear of Americantown or Canandian cuisine.
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    Batteries

    Hi I like NAPA's.I clean all body grounds and the connection to the starter every 6 months.Also spray terminals with battery terminal protectant.This coating turns clear when there is a loss connection.So all I have to do is look at the terminals to be sure they are making good contact.Good luck.
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    Having some difficulties..

    Hi Danny is the tempuature guage reading where it usually runs?Do you get really hot air from the heater vents?
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    Home For The Holidays?

    HI At home and happy.Merry Christmas to all and to all a good night. Go to Fargo or Minnesota.Good Luck to everybody in the New Year.
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    Do you know your credit score? or I love debt sco

    RE: Do you know your credit score? or I love debt Hi Personally I wouldn't incure any new debt.The new bankruptcy laws are horrible.And they affect more than just bankruptcy.If you are late paying any credit card all your other credit cards can increase your interest rate.31% interest seems...
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    My Pet Peeve!!!

    Hi Why is it everytime Im looking for a building address there has to be some jerk right on my bumper.I move over and they still will not pass.
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    leg cramps

    Hi I had the same problem.I have found that stopping every 3or4 hours and walking around helps.Also elevating my feet with a pillow while sleeping helps.Beware of sweet and salty foods.Good luck.
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