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From what I have gathered, the new rulings when and if they take effect, will make it more difficult to obtain a new OK tag, but should not effect those who already have one. My tag transfer went through immidiately without a hitch 5 weeks ago. -Weave-

Yes, she's still in business, I just transferred my old plate to my new truck through her. New P.N. is 405-376-4029. The old number gives this message now too. -Weave-

A business plan is the best place to start. I started out and continue to use Overdrive's "Partners in Business" manual for owner operators and small fleet owners. It does require some modification for expediting, as it was written mainly for the tractor-trailer crowd. I definitely plug...

E-Bay is sometimes a good source for cheap service manuals for trucks and engines. I got about $80 worth of stuff for my Detroit engine for $30. -Weave-

A lot of folks don't really consider how much one or a few MPG can mean. Here's a case and point (mine, has nothing to do with addatives but when asked how I could get a new truck this is how). My new truck with DDC electronic engine is easily getting over 3 MPG more than my old FL70 with...

Looking on my CL120, there is a system filter on the sleeper A/C unit, and a main HVAC filter (looks like a mini furnace filter) under the hood at the front of the air filter assembly. They both require annual attention. There is a small hole in the floor behind the unit in the sleeper the...

By sticking mainly to running only the east coast and south, my D-H has been about 25-30%. That includes chase miles. It used to be much higher when I took long loads out west and couldn't get back east. I think long and hard before accepting what might seem like a good westerly load, as I...

I could try to explain it with type, but it's a lot better with illustrations. The procedure is not difficult, but it does differ a bit between clutches, and requires an assistant. Head to your dealer and pick up a business class service manual (Less than the $75 you are paying someone to...

I found the solution to cupping on the steers was solved with new shocks, new tires (I used BF Goodrich ST234's, but I don't think brand matters), and a computer alignment. That setup had close to 200k on my old FL70 with no cupping when I traded it in. The tires were just about worn bald, but...

Not that it prevents failures, but I use STP oil treatment in all my engines. If you have an older engine (maybe one with a bit of valve/lifter noise), add some of this stuff to the oil and observe what happens. It definitely makes a difference. I use some anti-gelling addatives in my diesel...

Carry with you a spare secondary filter too. It's the one that will clog. I used a Webb 525 fuel heater/dryer on my old FL70, and will add this system to my new truck (from the south and just has a can primary fuel filter with no water remover). To make diesel injectors and pumps last, you...

RE: 10w-30 The W stands for winter. The 10 will flow a bit easier than 15 in temps. below freezing. If you have an engine block heater for cold starts, you can stay with the common 15W40 that is easy to get. I agree to stick with a brand you have heard of. Leo's motorcycle, lawnmower...

I drove a '99 FL70 with an early issue ISC 285 that did the same thing. It started becoming more and more frequent, and the test just kept showing "faulty engine speed sensor." Finally, it stopped and wouldn't restart. The fuel pump had failed, and was replaced under warranty, but caused...

I agree with Rich, my '95 FL70 had 650k on it when I traded and it was still running quite well. And that was off a Cummins B 5.9 230 HP. They do get the job done. If the oil looks clean on the stick, run the new engine for a bit, but it's never a bad investment to change it if you feel unsure...

Go to the "drivers wanted" section of this forum's classifieds. The best way to start is as a driver for someone else and there may be someone who lives near you with an opportunity. -Weave-

I'm not sure what you are asking for- do you want to REGISTER your truck through Oklahoma to avoid sales tax? Or are you talking about bobtail NTL insurance? That will be based on where you reside and won't have anything to do with OK unless you live there. I use Fern Bennett for my OK IRP...

It generally goes like this: A unit- car, minivan or pickup truck B unit- One ton cargo van C unit- Small 12-18 foot straight truck D unit- Large 20-28 foot straight truck E unit- Tractor trailer The capacities and sizes vary from company to company. Profitability varies greatly also, but in...

No, that wasn't me in KY last week, but I was close in WV. The Columbia does not lack in the get up and go department though. It is much better quality wise than the Freightliner business class trucks, but.. its still Freightshaker. If they just bought decent existing materials from good...

The ONLY Landstar agent I have ever been aware who has posted on this forum is JD Cooper, AKA Frozenrope. I am a charter member here (about 2 years) and thus know a bit about the folks who post. Mr. Cooper seems to know how to stand his ground, and I'm sure you'll put his LEA product to its...

Here is a picture of my new Freightshaker Columbia idling in the 90 degree heat of Charleston, SC last week. I misquoted the Detroit's HP before- its 470 not 360 so power is considerable. First two weeks were awesome- only initial problem was no A/C in the sleeper area. I traced that to a...