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There is certainly less of them. Many companies have slowed or stopped putting them on. That trend will most likely continue until freight volumes increase. As far as giving way to straight trucks? Certainly as the ST's are more versatile. But a large majority based on recent posts suggest...

Chetjester wrote, In addition, when my AC did run, it would only run a few hours and then the unit under the bunk would turn into a block of ice. Just like the A/C in your house, that is a lack of freon if it is freezing up. Or at least one of the problems. Davekc

I think some were refering to the original post in which he indicated there was a FedEx custom critical truck in the lot. Of course, he can have been out of hours or a host of other things. Davekc

That would work. Then I would question why FedEx didn't run it? Even more so since they have trucks sitting all over the place? It would appear they are farming out there runs to cheaper outfits so they can sustain their company income during a slow time. This is especially true if they had...

In my case, I am not sure it is complaining. It is more of a observation. There are numerous options to pursue if a reasonable run doesn't materialize. Davekc

In response to message #7 Even so Dayton to Toledo to Pell City Ohio does not add up to 800+ miles. Maybe that is the miles he drove, not the paid miles. That trip is roughly 265 miles. Total round trip would be 530 miles. He doesn't indicate that. 800 plus miles???????????????? I am...

As a team it is possible. As a single driver.......not too likely. Any recruiter telling you a single driver averages this, also will tell you he has beautiful cheap oceanfront property for sale in Arizona. Why any of them would be recruiting right now is beyond me. Most can't keep the trucks...

Seems like that whole area is turning sour. We had a team arrive in Toledo from Tulsa and the best run was a 61 miler to windsor. The other 3 refusals were long deadheads into MI or OH for short runs. Companies have to realize the drivers go broke with running these on a consistent basis. We...

have a question for you (or anyone else who cares to answer). ... We have a truck with a Pro-Heat unit. It was on the truck when we bought it (used). It works fine in the winter but it is not cooling properly. Do you have some dealers you can recommend to work on it? I know I can pull some up on...

It is good to hear that you are having a enjoyable time out there. That is what it is all about. Keep having fun and stay profitable Davekc

By the way...at 1000 miles/week how does a non-driver owner make any money ?????...... You don't!!!! You will go broke. Owners with drivers running their vans seldom would ever see a profit. The only exception would be if you are securing your own freight. The owner wouldn't be making any money...

I am slowly beginning to see a trend of problems with these units. Does anyone have a reliable unit running over a year? I originally liked their setup, but they seem plagued with numerous problems. Is it more the unit, or the way it was installed? Davekc

I agree with the above. A debit card is your best bet with poor credit. Eventually through use, it should slowly help your credit score Davekc

Not a path for the timid. Make sure you REALLY know what you are getting into.x3 If unsure with the above, the odds might be better in Vegas Davekc owner 20 years

Tough call. The carriers are trying to satisfy customers and at the same time, the truck needs to turn a profit. If the runs are early enough, we may run one or two, and that is it. If they know you will keep running them, they will keep offering them. After a couple of refusals, it is easier to...

The economy is starting to slow down. Auto freight has really stalled. Everyone is fighting over the same freight which keeps pulling the freight prices down. Many companies now are overpopulated with trucks verses the available freight. Companies will have to continue to recruit to generate...

The great thing about our big sleeper (and my small BBQ grill) is we're practically self contained for extended periods. And noted as you have the truckstops can get pretty earthy we tend to now head for Wal-Marts, the RV/auto lots at truckstops, or a field or empty lot close-by. I think you...

You are both correct. You do gain some loads, but you lose many as well. We had several of these with reefers, and they were way more aggravation than they were worth. In addition to losing some loads, you are carrying all that weight around. At todays rates, you seldom can recover your...

I believe so. Davekc

I was the good looking guy:7 Davekc