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Hi. I'm the guy who talked about truck recovery and roaches. .. Here is what I did. A few years ago I was in the tree trimming and removal business and needed a bucket truck so I asked around and found out that I would need a CDL to drive it. I was in college at the time and working in Health...

Maybe with a better company. I need a new truck and it's not going to happen at the rate I'm going. Sent from my SM-N910V using EO Forums mobile app

Yes. I tend to err on the side of caution though, figure it's quicker and easier than dealing with getting pulled over down the road.. Some states can be pretty anal about it. JMHO. Sent from my SM-N910V using EO Forums mobile app

Not well. Trying to hang in there but just not making enough money. Just sat for 5 days. Not a happy camper. Sent from my SM-N910V using EO Forums mobile app

Last question first. Yep, you need to pull in. Quick tip... keep your hand sanitizer handy, in fact, buy it in the Cosco size... I picked up a case of scabies at a truck stop out West somewhere and I HATE TRUCK STOPS!. BEWARE! Just got a load, have to fly, more later. Chicago toll roads here I...

C/M has caps but they are Butt Ugly. I ain't wearing that thing.[emoji1] Sent from my SM-N910V using EO Forums mobile app

Better see a Vet and get some meds for that Monkey... and a kennel! Sent from my SM-N910V using EO Forums mobile app

Hi guys! Still ALIVE AND KICKING. Made it into downtown SF a week ago on Saturday nite. The pickup was at a Hilton at midnight. You can imagine how much fun that was... Made it out of the city 5 hours later and ran into winter at its worst a few hours later, got caught in that first blizzard and...

I hear that. Was up in Portland delivering a load and got a run down into California, then another.. In Oakland now, waiting to go into downtown Frisco tonight to do a pickup that's going to Cleveland. Anywhere near a major city there is nowhere to park. I got lucky and found a Walmart that is...

Just a random thought here. I have been running on paper till a week ago with my company and have been out of service for a while but I have to say that for my first ELOG experience , the Big Road app made in Canada , Is So Far So GOOD. It takes a Lot to impress me at this stage but I like it...

Owner Op , been OOS, for several months fixing the truck and dealing with health issues. Called company, back in service, a few hours later they call with a solo run to Portland Oregon from Northern Mi. I'm ok with it, plenty of time, decent pay and extra money to bail out if I get stuck...

You guys are taking ONE shower, not 2. One shower to clean and prepare for the next customer. You are actually saving them time and water. Naps are a good thing, it worked out for the best after all.. Sent from my SM-N910V using EO Forums mobile app

Hi Sarah. Is your goal being an owner op someday? I'm looking for a partner, all business, I don't smoke, actually allergic, but appreciate your courtesy. I'm living in Michigan, but plan on establishing a shop , or base in Tennessee soon. I'm an owner, Op , the goal is to add trucks, and...

Well said brother, you Rock. If there were more people like you around, we all would be better for it. It's no wonder you have an Awesome Wife. I hope we meet sometime. Sent from my SM-N910V using EO Forums mobile app

For me, it was a health issue that led me to this career. A bad accident wrecked my lower extremities and I was no longer able to be on my feet for a long day as a sailor, a nurse assistant or a physical therapist . Being a single person ( the girlfriend dumped me when I started this job ). No...

You nailed it my friend. Well said. I made sure I had 5 or 6 grand in hand and available before I hit the road after buying my own truck. At orientation, I was told that I was doing it the right way because so many newbies get caught with expenses and breakdowns ,so they fail because there is...

You might be ok with a gasser van with a rear AC unit, even a rooftop RV type. Add on RV units are really good these days, might be just the ticket for a van. Maybe hang a flexible curtain to separate the cab from the cargo area. Go for it and good luck. Sent from my SM-N910V using EO Forums...

Been there. It will get better, easier and the nerves will be less of an issue as you gain experience and get more comfortable. A bit on edge is a good thing though, keeps you on your toes and aware. I'm enjoying your updates keep on truckin. I bet you guys are looking forward to having your...

Good luck with that. I like the idea of angling it forward a bit, but wether that will shove an animal under, instead of deflecting it is going to depend on how it hits and where. I hit my first deer in many years in North East Texas this spring. Middle of the night, 3 lanes of traffic and 4...

You might want to drive a local route to get some seat time and some companies will pay for your Class B CDL so you can take the job. Another option is to drive a school bus, most school districts pay for training. That will get you the Class B and the experience of driving a similar type...