Search results

  1. redytrk

    shopping for trucks/parts

    >The best and most helpful parts dealer I ever had to deal >with is the Freightliner dealer south of Atlanta on 75. The >counterman took almost two hours going through my list of >parts, printed off all the diagrams and part numbers and >even provided some information that he took time to...
  2. redytrk

    Bad Bad Laundry Day

    When any device is accidentally immersed in water,sometimes they can be saved by. 1. Remove the battery (Do not attempt to turn on. 2. Dry for several days in a warm place. I make a "chicken brooder" using a electric light bulb as a heat source. I think a heating pad would also work. 2...
  3. redytrk

    Building a sleeper

    The first thing to check is if It could be certified by the DOT as a "Legal" sleeper. There are problems with the separation between the sleeper and cargo area`s that are difficult if not impossible to overcome. If however you are only looking for a space for a solo driver to flop,then job...
  4. redytrk

    ATTEN: have you tried putting B-unit on with Fedex

    RE: ATTEN: have you tried putting B-unit on with F In times of "Not signing" additional units of a certain size,there will still be units of that size signed. This is to fill a vacancy due to the "Churn" of units leaving. Specific Express centers must obviously be maintained to meet customers...
  5. redytrk

    Windshield sunscreens

    Get the really BIG silver folding screens. They are at RV dealers like Camping World. Then cut to fit the M2. We also cut panels to fit the side windows. Velcro holds them in place.
  6. redytrk

    Padlocks

    >This lock failure is a bigger issue in the colder months but the >>tumblers do get grit in them from exposure, regardless of the weather. >Fish Th grit is salt and road chemicals. To get rid of it simply soak the lock in boiling hot water,hang it up to dry. I always keep two locks keyed...
  7. redytrk

    Startup Surprises

    The Physical exam.
  8. redytrk

    CAUTION WITH EZ PASS

    Mass Pike was kinder to me. Couldn't`t read the sign due to trucks ahead until too late to ##### everybody off,so I went thru. Explained to the toll taker at my exit. He just collected the toll,and said "It happens all the time,have a good day". I DID!!!
  9. redytrk

    Need more fridge/freezer

    >I would also recommend the Engle! Yes, it's pricy, but well >worth it ... and the battery demand will probably be the >lowest you'll find. You can use it as a 0 degree freezer or >a fridge ... and it makes a nice seat! We've used these on >our sailboat and our truck. > >Tony >Panther...
  10. redytrk

    What age group do you belong to?

    RE: Age Poll I could vote for the over 70 group.
  11. redytrk

    Life's Motto's

    Heard this one from a preacher. JESUS IS COMING... AND HE IS PIZZED
  12. redytrk

    XM reception

    >I don't know why you guys just didn't go with Sirius. ;) > >-Vampire Super Slooth Trucker!! Probably would have if they had been first to launch their satellites. When XM announced their launch I was the first to purchase my unit at the Best Buy store I happened to be near when the radios...
  13. redytrk

    Grand Canyon April 1996

    >We must have parked at the same place as it looks familiar... >3YRS in a UD with a coffin????? >That's a relationship that will last!!! We laugh when we look back at that period,but you know with expenses about a third less,we really made money. Our accountant about passed out when we were...
  14. redytrk

    XM reception

    >Do you guys have a link for ordering the antenna or fm >modulator online? > http://store.xmfanstore.com/xmanandex.html
  15. redytrk

    Pelosi may have commited a felony...

    < behavior on any "disputes or controversies with the United States." I know I didn`t always pay attention in civics class,but tell me how trying to broker a peace deal between Israel and Syria is a "dispute or controversy" involving the US.
  16. redytrk

    Grand Canyon April 1996

    Heres A full Pix of the UD. The view is NOT the Grand Canyon,but somewhere out west.
  17. redytrk

    Grand Canyon April 1996

    >Pics not showing up, and I wanted to see it! I've been >looking for a pic of one of those old cabovers w/sleeper! >Mine just had extended cab :( > >If you can't get it to post, send it to me via the email >link, and I'll post it for ya! > > > >Dreamer >Forums Administrator > >...
  18. redytrk

    Grand Canyon April 1996

    Don`t know if they will still let your truck get this close. We parked within 100ft of the rim. Yes thats a UD Cab over "C" Unit W/48" Coffin sleeper. Can`t believe we endured that for 3 years.
  19. redytrk

    Need more fridge/freezer

    We have the Engel Freezer...Pricey,but worth it. http://www.shop.com/op/~Engel_16_Quart_Fridge_Freezer-prod-36701099-49134896?sourceid=3
  20. redytrk

    fan interference

    Assuming you have a 12 volt outlet in the sleeper,you might try plugging into the outlet in the cab. This is what I did to eliminate interference.
Top