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I saw a post recommending propane convection heaters for warming cargo vans while sleeping . They use the 16 oz. propane bottles and might work thawing out a lock . I didn't find one adequate for warming a truck while sleeping though . the problem is the instructions recommend at least 6 sq. in...

RE: What are some good companies and expected inco Many contractors started out working for a fleet owner . You don't have the expense of buying a truck and if things don't work out you can walk away . If you plan on running solo the money isn't that great . Most runs will be restricted to 500...

Thanks , Doc . No , I won't be bluffed . Since damage was fairly minor and I can still use the truck I'm under no pressure to settle . England must get a lot of accident claims because I'm on hold 30 - 45 minutes every time I call . I belong to the OOIDA and may get them involved . Anyone...

RE: I needed my cameras I asked the police officer for the info . He told me he couldn't give it to me then , that it would be on the police report . The police report didn't have insurance info . It had my info . His info was listed as " unknown " . I'm an owner/operator and have to provide my...

I see you're from KY . I've seen ads in Louisville newspapers for local expediters wanting to hire cube vans . DMW in Nashville also uses them .

It looks pretty narrow . Would it comply with DOT sleeper size requirements ?

Who cares how small it looks when it fits in spaces other trucks can't fit in ? It's very rare a straight truck can't find a spot to park at a truck stop while semis line up on the shoulder .

I think I know the T/A on 80 you're talking about but even the ones that charge will allow free parking when you spend a certain amount on fuel or in the store or shop . Their prices are high on everything though .

If you contact the recruiter at FedEx CC she will send you complete info showing all averages for all classifactions of trucks for one year . Keep in mind a lot of these drivers only run 3 weeks a month and usually less than 2,000 miles week .

I needed my cameras I was at a fuel stop in Upper Sandusky , OH January 7 . After fueling I went inside to grab a bite to eat . As I came out I saw a C.R. England truck pulling forward away from my truck . I knew another truck had been in that space only a few minutes earlier . I checked my...

When background checks start that Hazmat will be worth a lot . Check the free classifieds here . It doesn't take much money to start out driving for a fleet owner . That's the recommended way to get started .

I'd be careful at WalMart . It depends on the attitude of the store manager . I read of one WalMart store manager that called the local police to ticket every truck on the lot . They did - including 2 WalMart trucks . I've never had a problem taking my full break in rest areas even though the...

I left Peru , In 4 a.m. the 12th and took 24 to 69 to 30 across IN to 71 , 76 , then 80 east across OH into PA . It was rough and called for a lot of caution . The damage from ice was unbelievable . People were days without electricity .

I've heard of drivers giving people money for food then seeing them with cigarettes in their pockets soon after . My niece gave a woman on I-95 in CT money for gas then tailed her to a liquor store . If somebody asks me for gas money I ask to see their gas guage . If they're hungry I offer to...

RE: I carry a digital camera How can they be sure a regular photo has not been scanned and enhanced then printed out ?

Keep in mind that probably a third or more of the weight of 33,000 lb truck is on the front axle .

I really think it would be hard to hire a driver and have both of you make a reasonable profit . Did you try just figuring what your profit per mile was and how much of it you'd be willing to give a driver ? Figure if the driver chose not to drive as hard as you cpm on insurance , taxes , truck...

One little know expediting area is auto transport . FedEx bought Passport Auto Transport . If you have tracor trailer experience you might want to check them out .

I don't rely on BBB . It's my understanding they only keep files on businesses belonging to their organization . Once a complaint is resolved it goes away . I can't understand how All Types is still in business though . It looks like someone would have reported them to the DOT . A DOT...

I carry a digital camera Digitals are coming down in price . You don't have to pay for film to be developed and spend time waiting for it . You can also review the pic after taking it to be sure you include what you need .