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    APU Units

    I have a second truck after going to the show in August was very impressed with Idle Busters. After getting approved and going through all of there hoops I have decided that doing business with these people is not a good idea. Can not get a return call from your salesman Misplaced my phone #...
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    Workerscomp Insurance

    I recieved a private message in mail box but this is just info that I want to pass on to all Independent Drivers. This info is based on the N.C. laws that I am aware of. You cannot be a driver and have your Owner Supply you or charge you for Workerscomp. The Policy has got to have you named...
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    Deer Guards

    The Posts to links are unfortunatly dissipointing. So I sat and thought there has got to be a way to build these. There is a guy in Charlotte NC that does all of the Special Projects at Joe Gibbs Racing. He not only works for Joe but also has his own Machine Shop on the side and does alot...
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    Canada Border Crossing Concerne

    I am forced (volunteer) to go into Canada. This past month I have been to both Victoria and Halafax plus Ayr. When comming back from Nova Scotia, was forced to fill out a Bill of Ladding at the crossing on the US. Did not exactly make friends with the BPC officer when I asked and I was not...
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    Hurricane K

    Lets hope the next one goes elsewhere... I just spent the morning talking to a traveling family up here in Seattle they lost everything. Lucky they were renters not owners but all personal belongings are gone. He just was to start a new job down there yesterday. Its pretty sad. Anyway I...
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    Forklifts in the Van Body

    Before I could take care of business. Had a forklift get into the truck before I could lower the legs. It should not have happened but it did. How many times can a trucks suspension take this (air ride) before it would blow an airbag? The truck next to me had spring suspension and they never...
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    Got Ripped off and do not want the same to happen

    First do not have any service done in Canada unless you break down. The tax on a $300.00 bill was $40.00 was suppost to be able to stop in Duty Free for a rebate. Nope not on fuel, oil, or labor. We owe you $ 6.00 but cant give that either until you accumilate $14.00 in credit. Wow what a...
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    New International

    Someone posted here four weeks ago about buying a new Intl. with Bentz sleeper for 77K. Did it work out?
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    DOT#s on our trucks

    What are all of the #s on the side of the box for DOT who needs this info FWC ETC... Just curious when someone asks for it I would like to understand it better. I realize what DOT #s are but who exactly needs it the other #s are kinda foggy.
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    Windshields

    Whats the average life of these if no cracks appear. I have heard you can polish them out with BonAmi a product used to polish Copper and Brass, fills in sand scratches makes windshield wipers work better. Since I am on the subject, I am finding that Rain X in the summer sucks. Wipers do not...
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    Private E mail

    Excuse me everyone, I recieved a private E-mail regarding seeing me at the Show. Please contact me thru this site and for all who do want to contact me this site is the easiest way to reach me as your address does not always work with my computer.
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    Nap Time II

    I looked into or on the web site for the Smith System for being a safer more alert driver. The cost is $250.00 If anyone would be intrested in sharring in the costs with me I will be happy to share this with all. If I could get five of us to chip in $50.00 we could all share this for a two...
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    Anyone ever had a problem like this on a dock.

    Got to the delivery. Customer would not sign for freight after they unloaded it. I demanded than put it back on the truck I will be happy to take it back 1,248 miles. No wait until morning and we will get it fugured out said the customer. NO, NO , NO , I said your not gona sign than put...
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    Best Truck Stop in the Country..

    I found it. This was acutally what I ordered at a Truck stop for dinner. Prime Rib 3/4 thick with au juse and horse raddish sauce Medium Rare Baked Potato Veggie side dish Roll Butter Tea With tip $13.00 Place has two full screen Movie Theaters DOT physical station Shoe Repair Barber Mail...
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    Paperwork

    Can someone list all of the paperwork that must be carried in the truck and why it is needed. Examples Insurance Card Bob Tail Insurance Certificate RS-3 (what is this for?) Single State regristration Apportioned certificate (whats the difference between this and an RS3) New Mexico...
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    Seahawks

    Was in Washington State last week, Sports announcer was deciding how bad or good those Seahawks are. Anyone listening? I thought the Lions were bad, wow close second here. By the way this is dirty low shot at someone who posts here not to mention any names as to not hurt feelings. Hmmm...
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    Tire Fires

    Expierenced a Fire last week outside of Vegas. (not mine) Truck was a total loss I tried to help to put it out. Tanks began hissing when I got up to it. Tires started blowing parts scattering everywhere grass fires all around us only thing left was a charred cab. The most amazing thing...
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    Saturdays and Rest Areas

    Could not help but wonder. Pulled into first WI rest area on I-90, where are the parents to these kids running around in the Truck only section. They were all enjoying a Pic Nic, since they were pulling campers why not park with the Big Rigs right. Makes sense to me Johny and Mary can get a...
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    'Gap Insurance

    Exactly what is it or does it cover (ALL) and who can you get it from actual agents and how much. (phone # and name) Does it pay just for truck expenses? Does it pay for your personal pay as well? Is it a seperate policy? If anyone has this please share it. Insurance agents I have spoken to...
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    Hurricanes

    So how busy does it get when one hits? Whats the expierence, sitting to get unloaded is it just one load or multiple? Do not want to be greedy just prepared.
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