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My understanding is they do pay a surcharge on their loads (full truck load & expedite). I couldn't tell whether it is the same for company trucks or not. When I broker loads through them, they are not the same percentage everytime. Partials or LTL loads have no surcharge. Those in general are...

It is amazing how many people just dump their animals. Very sad and just plain irresponsible. Davekc

I thought I read somewhere that there is a retro fit. For the sake of speed, I can think of two items. The first is to have the part on hand so it doesn't have to be ordered. This will eliminate some downtime. Forget freightliner and go to a Western Star or Sterling only dealer. This will cut...

So just out of curiosity, are the Landstar brokers grabing NLM Laredo loads at under a buck a mile, or do they get their own network of shippers to agree to these rates? NLM works on a bid and point system. If you are a carrier with the best points and the best (lowest) bid, you are awarded...

If the other vehicle was at fault, your insurance company will be seeking damages from them. If something is excluded, then a additional lawyer may be warranted. I would first find out what damages the insurance carrier is pursuing. If not satisfied, OOIDA can put you in touch with a attorney...

I have seen a few fire/rescue trucks with these. I believe they are small deisel Kabotas. Truckgen in Jacksonville has some. They are a 3.5W generator There site is www.truckgen.com Davekc

We had a old FL70 that went through 3 or 4 of those. I thought they had a permanant replacement for those? Maybe not. What does FL or cummins say? Davekc

You are more prepared than most. You will do just fine. Davekc

Freight rates have remained the same or fallen over the fuel cost bubble. FSC rises, but the base rates agents charge must have been cut. Just a reality check. That information is correct. This is the same information I have received when ocassionally booking a load through one of their agents...

BigBusbob wrote; like the idea of a walk-thru of some kind, perhaps one could do it with a Volvo or other style truck cab... Dave, do you have a washer/dryer unit on there? also, how big is your freshwater tank? I'm going to Freightliner of Knoxville tomorrow, or Weds., to look at rigs on...

Over the years we have bought items there but have never ordered through their catalog or internet site. Based on Broom's experience, I would recommend an in person visit if purchasing anything from them. Supplies can also be had at most trailer dealers and are usually pretty reasonable. In...

Leo,I would check with the people a BENTZ.They will know if your roof will need special support for the AC unit.They may be able to handle the entire job for you. If I recall correctly, Bentz will not do a roof air on a express cruiser. This info was from a Landstar team who just bought...

If no one will go first there won't be enough EO band width to handle the volume Yes, I will need my own forum to post all the pages. Davekc

asked the same question (or something close to it) two years ago when I was researching the industry. Unfortunately, I got bad information from people here Not sure who at that time provided you with "bad" imformation, but Terry and RichM are the most knowledgable that I have seen with regards...

Driveguy207 I have been told by many shops that even for a high efficiency Rooftop A/C to cycle on when its hot you'll need 25amps which would take a 3000watt generator Good info. This is accurate. Draw on the generator will be higher as the ambient air temp. increases. The proheat I believe...

It is good to see Panther come to the table with the right outcome. The wheels turn, but sometimes slowly. It probably slowed it down alittle because of the approaching holiday. Good to see you are getting out of that "fleece purchase deal" Davekc

Raceman Would it be an idea to go to another sleeper manufacturer and have the ground wire located somewhere else? It would seem like a easy fix? Davekc

kind of see the problem luv is aluding to, "sending idiots to drive with me". How many times do we see the recommendation that you drive for an owner before you take the big leap. That opens the door for pandora's box you know. Interestingly, I read that same advice given on this site by an...

DrLuvv wrote: Don't get me wrong there are a bunch of good owners out there but most of them aren't looking for smart drivers who know the expediting business and know when an owner is full of s#@t. Like Kyoung said most owners tell new drivers new to the expediting business that they'll make a...

Kelly wrote: And I also drive, and I know what it is like to be OTR, and I vALUE drivers/owners and reconize and appreciate what is required. Sorry about that. I took the above quote and thought you were driving fulltime as well. That would be a tough game with several trucks. Davekc owner 20...