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Thursday I ran into a real live E.O. member. I met Roadhooligan at the "J" in Evansville. Bob was running solo. Hooligan was out of service and vacationiong at the beach. We talked a bit and Bob gave me a brief history of Lawrence and E.O. Interesting stuff! Amazing how this has evolved! It...

Last week while driving through western North Dakota and eastern Montana I let my mind wander as I often do. I was thinking what if like the universe was really, really small man and all the people were.............. oops wrong reefer. Reefer, as in refrigeration unit, Thermo King, Carrier...

This afternoon I posted on the Border Crossing Forum. My question delt with a QC fleet message from Friday about crossing back into the U.S. The message stated as of this Monday a security seal and C-TPAT security inspection were required to enter into the U.S. wether loaded or not. 2 hours...

I received this QC fleet message Friday 5-5-06:Trucks entering the U.S. from Canada will be required to have in place a high security seal and C-TPAT security inspection. The message continued on about fines but did not go into detail about the seals and inspection. Can anyone clarify this...

Has anyone had problems with the fuel filter on the newer GM 6.0 engines? The fuel filter is in the tank. There is no scheduled maintenance. Do you just run it till it fails. Has anyone replaced a fuel pump on a 6.0? My 1998 5.8 had an in-line fuel filter that I replaced every 30,000 miles...

As van drivers we share space with the freight. We have all hauled wire baskets filled with stamped metal parts that rattle and clatter. Metal tubs with castings that clunk and clang. Paint and ink that give off odors. I know one E.O. member who doesn' like the smell of the oil coating on...

After reading about the 2007 Sprinter I became curious as to MB's choice of GVW ratings. Especially the gap between 8,500# and 10,140#. 10,140# what's with that. The weigh station issue aside, most states registration fees increase dramatically above the 10,000# threshold. An additional...

11 million illegal immigrants could granted a lawful work permit and a chance at citizenship. Illegal immigrants who have been in this country for more than 5 years can remain and apply for permanent residency. Illegal immigrants who have been here for 2 to 5 years can apply for a green card...

How do you seperate a Bulldog from a Great Dane?

I own and drive a van leased to a major expediting company. Is it possible for me to become an independent and cover loads for the Big Guys? Would they ever consider using a 1 van outfit? Would ICC authority be required? What about cargo and liability insurance? Any thoughts, comments or...

What are the inside demensions for a 158'' wheelbase Sprinter? - Total length (seat base to rear door). Total width. Width between wheel wells. What is the total inside cargo length for a Sprinter/Phoenix conversion? What does the Phoenix weigh with all of the goodies and a driver...