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  1. Dreamer

    How to Post in this Forum!

    Hi everyone, This forum is designed for current O/O and Contractors to discuss issues relating to their company, without input from other members, who tho well intentioned, are not directly involved in the issues. You do need to be added to the list of approved posters, so contact an Admin...
  2. Dreamer

    How to Post in this Forum!

    Hi everyone, This forum is designed for current O/O and Contractors to discuss issues relating to their company, without input from other members, who tho well intentioned, are not directly involved in the issues. You do need to be added to the list of approved posters, so contact an Admin...
  3. Dreamer

    How to Post in this Forum!

    All current O/O and Contracted drivers are welcome in this forum! It is for you to discuss the issues relavent to you as a current driver, without possibly misleading (tho often well meaning)input from drivers from OTHER companies! You do need to be added to the list of approved posters, so...
  4. Dreamer

    Driver "didn't see her"

    Anyone see this one the Today Show? A lady pulled out too close in front of a semi (I know, it happens all the time).. problem is, the truck clipped her, turned her sideways, and pushed her down the highway at 60mph for over a minute before people got his attention! The driver said he didn't...
  5. Dreamer

    Virtual Vietnam Wall

    Thanks to Coco for sending me this. I was able to find the record for a cousin of mine. Dale ................ Virtual Wall - The Vietnam Wall w/detail behind every name The link below is a virtual wall of all those lost during the Vietnam war with the names, bio's and other...
  6. Dreamer

    A blast from the past!

    Well, I had something interesting happen! I met an older vanner with FedEx while fueling my van. He walked over and started talking with me about current business levels etc. He asked about the odd dish on my van, and I explained what it was. He then shook his head, and told me he doesnt even...
  7. Dreamer

    Report on New Qualcomm for Vanners!

    OK guys, as promised, I said I'd report on if they destroyed my van to install the new system! LOL. I'm happy to say PJ's did a fine job, and ran the new wiring just where the old wiring was. No new holes were drilled, etc. They used my old dish bracket to mount the new Satellite Dome, and the...
  8. Dreamer

    Christmas Shopping on the road

    Just wondering how everyone handles shopping while on the road? Do you take advantage of downtime, grab a few gifts and store them in the truck til you get home? Do you wait til you get home for a couple days, go out of service and do a mad dash? Or, do you consider Ebay and Amazon two of...
  9. Dreamer

    Using T-Check card at FRONT pump

    Well, I learned today that you're never too old to learn something new LOL. I always thought that if we vans wanted to use the T Chek card we had to pull around to the Big Truck pumps. I always felt self concious doing this, so I usually just fueled out front using my own debit card, or went...
  10. Dreamer

    Somebody got older today!

    She drives a purple pig With Molly by her side Her hubby shines the rig It's really quite a ride! She's known to one and all As one who will shoot straight But really has no patience For discontent and hate! We're really glad she's here Part of our motley crue She's helped so many people Of...
  11. Dreamer

    Memphis BBQ-- Tops Bar B Q

    Thanks to AnneM for suggesting I try some Memphis style BBQ while I was down here! If you're laid over in Memphis, ya really should try the food at Tops Bar B Q. They've been in business since 1952, and cook it open pit style, right in the back. They slice off a piece, and chop it up to...
  12. Dreamer

    Crossing the thin line.. all please read.

    Recently we have had to ban a few user ID’s, as is well known and debated here. Now, we have had to had a couple more to that list. Our own Code of Conduct states we will not discuss bans and actions taken against members, however, the actions of these members have now crossed from words...
  13. Dreamer

    Brett Favre... make up your mind!

    OK.. retired, wait... I didn't mean it.. ok I"m retired... wait... no... retired.... wait.. one more time? Favre Arrives At Winter Park, Likely To Sign Today - wcco.com They just announced on the news that Favre will be the Vikings starting quarterback.
  14. Dreamer

    Decison on Moderator Issue

    Recently, as everyone is aware, a incident happened in which Proprietary Information from FedExCC was inadvertently posted on our forum. This was done unintentionally by the poster, who did not realize that higher ups at FedEx did not want that info public knowledge YET. An official from...
  15. Dreamer

    Cash for Clunkers.. hurts the little guy..

    OK, normally don't post too much in here, but got something buggin me :mad: For the past 10 years, my brother has run a small used car dealership. During that time, I've helped out now and then as sales, title clerk, notary, whatever... Our 'niche' has always been the cheaper cars. Our...
  16. Dreamer

    Everyone who argues is BANNED!!

    OK, now that I have your attention.. LOL. It's now been 3 years since I sat this forum up after MANY REQUESTS!!! Thank you to all those who have participated, and spiced things up. Thank you for keeping those arguements HERE!! Just a reminder folks.. those who have been here a while know...
  17. Dreamer

    Quick plug for good repair shop in Birmingham.

    Had to give a quick plug for a good bunch of guys in Birmingham, AL. Was rolling around town today, while on layover, and had that heartstopping engine stutter, and temporary loss of power. Been thru that before, so knew was clogged fuel filter. Stopped in at Southern Truck Center, 1203...
  18. Dreamer

    That's a wrap!

    That's it for this year! Great show, nice to meet all the Forum members who came up and introduced themselves! The 'non-online Forum' Roundtable went VERY well, very nice to meet everyone, and get questions and participation in person. Thanks to Linda for leading the discussion and to LDB...
  19. Dreamer

    Expedite King Club

    Has anyone been able to sign up online for this? I tried, but got the regular Road King Club card. Called customer service, but gave up after long hold. Dale
  20. Dreamer

    Check your spare tire holder! (vans)

    Well guys and gals... Another lesson learned the hard way tonight.... Had a blowout... and when I went to crank down my spare, (spare stored under the back of van, cranks down on cable) the mechanism apparently stripped out. I cranked and cranked, but the cable refused to move. After 40...
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