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The toilet/shower is a separate unit that sits right behind the cab so it doesn't tilt. The new Argosy has a larger access panel in the front so short of an overhead/overhaul you don't tilt the cab. I'm eventually going to look into if you can order the 110" high roof unit with the sleeper...

My question on this subject is... what is the minimum and maximum they will stretch a frame... does it matter on the truck? was curious mainly in reference to Freightliners. It will depend on many factors. weight ratio,engine and drive train, added accessories, single,tag,pusher,tandems ect...

Sounds like they gave you great service. Their advise is correct. Steer tires depending on the manufacturer and size, should be 100 to 110 lbs. On the rear duals, we run 100 lbs a tire. I am putting that name in my address file. Thanks for the tip on the shop. Davekc

Most of your questions center around how it is geared. Your T300 could achieve 11 to 12 mpg but it would take a low rear end and a 9 or 10 speed to get you there. Class 8 trucks are ok for a single or team operation, but are expensive. Hard to recover the cost unless it is carried for 7 years or...

There is always a fine line between servicing the customer and operating profitably. With fuel and operating costs climbing, and no measurable change in rates, that line is ever so thin. Remember, "businessman first, driver second" Davekc owner 20 years

RE: Former or present O/O leased to All Types Exp I would pursue another company. One cannot afford to run out there without a fuel surcharge. You will go broke in a very short time. Too many decent companies providing 100% surcharge. Davekc owner 20 years

Utilimaster is who they list for the box manufacturer Davekc

You bid your own loads. Some are good and some aren't. Usually better than deadheading anywhere. Panther collects 15 percent of the gross. They handle the paperwork and collection. You run these loads under Panthers authority Davekc

NLM can be tough if you are a solo owner. The way it is set up is that you have to bid or (accept/decline) every load. The board is loaded roughly every hour or so. This must be done whether you have any available trucks or not. In addition, NLM works on a point system. If you miss some of the...

Most of what I have seen on there as far as backhauls, are usually for straight trucks and tractor trailer. Most are LTL loads. Seldom do you see loads that are lighter than 5,000lbs. Davekc

I operate out of Florida and Tennessee. We have a team from your area (Tampa) Loads out of Tampa are rare. Most loads out are from Ocala, Orlando, or the Jacksonville area. No real struggles so far. Alot of inbound freight, so getting them home is pretty decent as well. As mentioned, do alot of...

Do a macro 8 on QC You can then decide on 100,200,300 mile radius respectively It will then list all of the "express centers" and how many trucks are there and how many loads per day (21 day average) You can do one every 24 hours Hope that helps Davekc

When you are reposititioned via the QC, it will tell you the city. If it is a paid move, you are requested to be within 25 miles of that city. Usually they will scan 100 mile radius when dispatching trucks. Then go out from there if no trucks are in the vicinity. As you learn were the customers...

Could be several things but I would hate to speculate. Your own advise is best. Go to the doctor. Davekc

I knew we had a link on here somewhere. Davekc

The engine was a Mercedes (I think a 350) with a 10 speed Nice truck but expensive at a base of $122,000 That was the price of the pictured truck. Sleeper is made by bentz I believe these were prototypes. Ordered trucks are available in August according to Jeff Jones at the MATS show. Davekc

It is amazing that the ones who complain the loudest about a company, have never driven for them. Davekc

They can be a nice setup. Used ones are cheap by comparison to other conventional tractors speced the same way. Davekc

Terry's advise is right on the money. It is not a path to go down unless you have strong capital, reserves, and really understand how the business works. One must also have the ability to adapt to numerous continual changes. "what is good today, may not be tomarrow" You can do well, but you can...

Another option may be the aerocells. They are a foot wider than a conventional van. There are several posts and pictures of them on here. Check them out Davekc