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We've had a 72incher on both trucks. We really have not had any luck finding a larger sleeper as we always buy our trucks used. Vernon in C2197

There are no fool-proof guidelines, as they are subject to changes brought about by the economy, fuel prices, the size bunk you need, the company you lease with, how much weight you feel comfortable carrying and whether you really need the biggest truck money will buy. We drive a C unit and...

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...

I don't believe you can keep a van on with FedEx CC for 7 years. Last I heard this was for straight trucks. Before you commit to a cargo van, you may want to consider a class C straight truck. You'll be hauling many of the same loads, so the major difference will be in living space inside the...

A 2000 Century is a class 8 truck, and most companies give them a 10 year life (I know FedEx CC does). Some companies allow the truck to stay active in their fleet as long as it passes a DOT inspection. Sounds like you're saying, you get paid to drive the truck for 2 years, and at the end, buy...

We have been with FedEx CC for a while too, and really believe we are the best outfit for newcomers to the expediting industry. If you want more opinions on FedEx, search the archives here. The reading will keep you busy for some time. Blindman, I can't tell you specifically how business would...

We also have some extra space in our box, and use it for spare tire, sleeping bag, bicycle, tools, etc. We have also taken loads that fill the box to capacity, and stored all our spares on top of the freight. A tire is a wonderful thing to sling on top of a 6' high freight skid! Vernon in C2197

dwight777, You are pretty well describing the way we started as my wife didn't want to drive flatbeds. We looked around for a used C truck, then got her liscensed by renting a U-Haul truck for the driving portion. We've been doing this together for 7 years now, and expect to continue as long...

RE: thank's Yes, that's the best approach, Beachbum. That way you can learn alot about us here and finetune your questions at the same time. It may help in further questions if you include the area you live in and the type unit you are asking about. Expediting covers the full range from...

Hi Chetjester. That is an interesting question, and yes, I'll take a poke at it. 1) Why? I was driving a flatbed and spending a good part of the pay on phone calls. My wife also wanted to driv but not flatbeds, so we looked around and found expeding a good compromise. 2) Age? 55 when we...

RE: Fed Ex CC.... the good, the bad, the ugly ..pl Arky, we too drive team for FedExCC, and have since 1997. Memphis has been a good area for us to pass thru or deliver nearby roughly every two weeks. As I've said on here before, we're partial to FedExCC as a starting point because they...

BigBusBob, I reread my reply, and it sounds to me like I put the FL80 in 3rd place. For me that is dead last, not the better of the 3. >I see many expediters out there with these business class >Freightliner cabs, why is that? cost ? or ? That is probably what most expeditors are. I expect...

Thanks for the feedback. You'll enjoy that FL60 the most when you encounter a "full" DOT inspection. As soon as they learn you have hydraulic brakes, the inspection is usually over in 10 minutes. Congratulations! Vernon

You got me interested when you started off with the Pete and ended with the FL80. I think you've already got it. >1998 Pete 330 with 9 speed Eaton Fuller with a 60" Double >Eagle Sleeper and a 22 foot box I do believe, with approx. >400,000+ miles. >With a Cat. Engine 60/40 deal for driver...

SpaceGhost58, About that FL60. That size truck is referred to as a C truck in most companies. The important thing to you is that the truck usually comes with a max GVW of 25599. This means that the only change you may have to make is getting an air brake endorsement (should already have the...

Eric, I think the real answer is about options. A real sleeper gives you the option of getting some quality rest plus having a choice of spare clothes along and a place to wash up if you don't want to take a shower today. The TV and microwave and cooler and closets are just frills you don't have...

I'll offer my 2 cents here too. Hope your prior driving experience is recent. If so, you might be able to qualify with one of the companies out here and sign on to drive someone's truck as a solo. You'll appreciate the difference in comfort levels. Another advantage if you go solo is the cats...

OK, I'll take a shot at your questions. Hope you like it straight. >I'm getting a littel worried about this business though when I read things like "Anybody who thinks they should be in this business to make money is crazy or something like that" Seems like the guy's opinion was it was more...

I like that! You joined with us and started asking questions the same day. I'll see if I can get you started and hopefully some other folks will join in. >most expeditors/drivers and the carriers operate out of a very narrow section of the country..ie east of the miss. Expeditors operate...