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Dave is absolutely right. I also want to let you know that by signing on with a major carrier you will run under THEIR authority. When you find a load, you will be required to run it through your company and they will take a percentage for representing you as your agent. This is a good way to...

K's advice about the equipment is right on. Do your research and you'll find that there are some truck deals still out there if you look in the right spots. My advice is to be sure to work through a reputable dealer with a good reputation. A fly by night dealer that doesn't specialize in...

I lived in the Seattle area during the Zorn / Largent era. (I would have loved to have seen those guys go to the big show) - and still my "Hawks" roots run deep. I spent a lot of time at the Kingdome!!

"Aren't the Munites an off-shoot of the Amish"? Yes - but they still are not allowed to drive Sprinters.

I've been a Seahawks fan since they came into the league. This is truly an awesome time. GO SEAHAWKS!!!!

This is an excellent thread! Based on personal experience I'd go no larger than twin 100's due to the weight factor. I had twin 80's on my last truck and really wished a lot of times for more capacity.Looking back now I can see that the extra 40 gallons (400 miles) really would have kept some...

A-Team said: "Freight rates also enter in. If you are willing to run say a D-unit at a dollar a mile, you will stay busy as a bee...until you go broke." I disagree. I kept my expenses under control. I drove a NEW stretched Freightliner Century Straight Truck and I could still turn a profit at...

Highway Star, I may be wrong, but I believe this is the first time that Master Yoda has been mentioned here in the Fora. Well done. Scott

The alternative to waiting is deadheading. The only experience that I can tell you about is my own - so here goes: My theory was that time is the only commodity that is irreplaceable. I could always make more money, but it is impossible to make more time. I was always willing to invest some...

I just had to get my 2 cents in here on this one.... It sounds to me like it would not just scuff tires, it would EAT them. I agree entirely with the Argosy ideas though. I am really surprised that more Argosy stretches are not on the road. If I were to be back on the road again, I'd be in one...

RE: Homeland Security asks Truckers to help find m You can only look for this man while you are logged on duty. If you spot him and turn him in and your log shows you in the sleeper there will be major repercussions. I had windows in my sleeper - but I still wouldn't take that chance. The DOT...

Call me and I'll be happy to answer those questions and more!! - Scott http://www.expeditersonline.com/hotnews/images/scott_han_sig_file.jpg Express-1 Independent Contractor Recruiter 1-866-857-4537

Erod, You'll have a lot better success coming into this business if you own your own truck. Many owners would probably (Truth) shy away from you based on the felony. A whole lot rests upon the nature of your offense - if it involves drugs, alcohol, guns, or a vehicle - your odds are pretty slim...

Erod, Many companies would have a spot for you in your area. You need to call the individual companies that sponsor this site, some do have leasing opportunities. Most companies also have owners that are looking for qualified drivers to run in their trucks. Make some phone calls and you'll land...

Chaz and LDB are both correct - It seems that in this situation that expediting may not be the best fit for you. Most expedite companies are looking for 65% to 80% in service time. Best of Luck in your search - Scott

If you are planning on signing your van on with a company, many of them can give you a very reasonable group rate on your comp and collision as well as your non-trucking liability insurance. If you talk to any recruiters be sure and ask them about it. Most can give you a quote on the spot. Best...

Tom, Don't rush your recovery time, follow doctor's orders, and make sure you heal completely. Dealing with health issues on the road is difficult - and also creates down-time where your truck won't generate any revenue but still eats about the same (quallcom, truck payment, and insurance)...

Danny, It's just a line that needs to be drawn to prevent "gray area". If somebody brings on your year 2000 model low mileage van then the other expediters will want to know why we didn't bring theirs on. They won't concentrate on the fact that their van has 400K on it, they just focus on the...

Not to be confused with this Scott...

Mcats, We offer a group plan through a company called US NOW. I'm not an Insurance Expert but if anyone is interested you can e-mail me your name and address and I'll drop a flyer in the mail for you. Thanks - Scott http://www.expeditersonline.com/hotnews/images/scott_han_sig_file.jpg...