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DieselDoctor, That is one of the coolest, most practical interiors I have ever seen in a van! And it looks a VERY do-able project for much less than some of those 'conversions' out there! Thank you so much for sharing the pictures, and explaining how you did it. I hope you don't mind, I...

RE: FMSCA Clarifies ambiguous and controversial HO I agree Rich, it will make them have to get the driver out faster. As I said before, if they took away the 14 hr consecutive rule, it would work for expediters.. well.. now that they've clarified, it works! Bottom line is.. 14 hr clock stops...

From Landline (key points highlighted by me!) The FMCSA recently amended sleeper berth rules as they pertain to the new hours-of-service regulations, which take effect in January 2004. These amendments do not change the substance of the rule, but are intended to remove some ambiguity in...

LOL... should it worry me that I read that on the first try? Pretty cool, guess they were right! Dreamer Something to think about: HAM AND EGGS - A day's work for a chicken, a lifetime commitment for a pig. (You're just jealous that the voices only talk to me!)

RE: nationwide pagers(and cell phones!) Hey Wild Bill, I went with Sprint PCS and feel I got a decent deal and coverage. My deposit was $125, I understand the HIGHEST is $250, the base phone was free, but I upgraded for $49.00 and got the color screen PCS internet ready model. Next for me...

Weave WAY too cool :D :D :D :D Dreamer

Wow DD, those were great... brought back TOO many memories, and made me realize how long some of it has been. I loved the old Saturday Morning cartoons... when they were funny, instead of everyone about the new action figure/trading card character/videogame whatever... Heh.. my kids still...

re: Short local hauls If you're looking for something like that, just local.. that's a different ballgame entirely than over the road... I would suggest you call the local courier companies in your area, and see what their requirements are. They may indeed let you run it.. long as you can...

re:Dodge Van Hey Brewster, A friend of mine had one of those Dodge vans as his work truck (he was a general contractor).. and while it ran great, and worked fine for him, you will run into problems using one for an Expedite Van... the rear door opening is tight, tight, tight, tight and a...

>Everytime, I write something in here or other forums, >someone always makes me look as if I was stupid, or >something. I know all about what needs to be done, just >thought I would post so that maybe someone, other than the >know it alls, would have a back in the mind thought, that >might...

RE: CPM or Percentange? Roadrunner, As Vernon said, all you have to do, is a little division! Now, I'm a bit one-sided, I suppose, since I've only ever RAN on percentage. The thing I liked is higher pay per mile for short runs, if you divide it out. I've talked to many drivers, mad because...

I hope you're right.. I really do. If the companies DO allocate freight like that, giving short runs to someone who already had a short run that day, instead of 'blindly' going to the next on the list, it might work out. I guess I've just been seeing the possible frustration, like many, of...

DD, Glad to hear you had a good experience there. I've never met Dan, but he did take time out of his day to answer LOTS of questions about finance a couple weeks ago. I, too, got the impression that he would make the deal happen for me, if I decide to go with a truck, instead of the van. I...

Lawrence, You mentioned the GMC/Chevy being roomier... is that just in general, or specific areas, such as width? I've always driven Ford vans, personal and business, but... they're a little bit to narrow for me to comfortably lay down in a crossways bunk configuration. I was thinking on my...

Rumors are like farts... everybody's heard 'em, but most of 'em are just hot air! :) :) :) Seriously, the rumor of Schneider picking up one of the expedite companies has been going around for some time... last I heard, the rumor was Panther tho... in fact, it's mentioned in another thread...

Ok... figured I might as well throw my first contribution in for the humor side! :) :) :) Here ya go guys! [img src="http://img.ranchoweb.com/images/lyricaldreamer/manremote_1.jpg"]

Congratulations to ya Diesel Diva! I've enjoyed reading your posts, and I'm sure you will be a great addition to the "Mod Squad" :) :) :) Dreamer

Thanks for the update Weave! Your updates on your and your dad's trucks helps the rest of us who are looking toward the future. Sounds like you made a wise decision in going with this truck... the comfort level alone has got to be worth the investment in the bigger truck. And.. with fuel...

Hey DD, Keep us updated on how this truck does, will ya? I actually spoke to Dan the other day on the phone, and was considering going with a truck instead of a van... still may, if they fix these stupid HOS rules... but.. that's a story for ANOTHER post... :) :) :) Dreamer

I couldn't agree with you more Weave. What I don't understand, is why the expedite companies haven't realized what's going to happen, and jumped on the wagon with Walmart, etc... this is going to CRIPPLE expediting, as a major portion of every company is single drivers. Another example, that...