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  1. redytrk

    Hazmat routing

    Just a heads up for the Hazmat routing we are currently being given. Picked up 4500# Paint class 3 Hazmat. Destination Columbia, SC. I asked for a re-route due to the tunnels on I77 in Virginia. I was told there were no restrictions on the route and I should proceed through the tunnels...
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    FECC New DIspatch System

    Not if you are a Billion in debt...Then you are a Billionare.
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    Di you feel the Earthquake where you're at?

    Carol said she was jolted awake in Ft. Wayne. Here in Youngstown I didn`t feel a thing. (Then again a hurricane in Houston failed to wake me)
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    FedEx Mobile Drop Boxes

    Have you seen these? How long before some one tries to stuff a package into the side of my truck?
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    Battery Powered A/C

    A few years back Bentz installed battery A/C systems in a fleet of trucks. Kieth Bentz said he would let me know how they turned out. Six months later when I asked, he said the drivers were very unhappy. Seems they would wake up at about 2AM in a "pool of sweat" I believe the units were made...
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    Post For Men ONLY

    Well we don`t have a "Men`s View" Forum (Discrimination?) so I will put this link up here. Handy for those 2 or 3 hour jaunts across Chi or NYC. Search for 28627 - Feel Good Store -
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    Buying Contaminated Fuel

    I had a shocking look at the slime in my fuel filter today. It is well known that when prices skyrocket, dealers and distributors let their tanks go very low in anticipitation of falling prices. They then pump the sludge from the bottom of their tanks, into yours. What are you doing to...
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    Tax Free Fuel NY Indian Reservation

    True except for any GVR less than 26,000. Ifta charge backs do not apply. (Remind me to kiss my "C" truck)
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    Tax Free Fuel NY Indian Reservation

    The latest attempt to stop the sale of .20 cents cheaper fuel thwarted by court. Ruling Scuttles Plan to Collect Taxes on Reservation Sales - New York Times
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    monies needed for newbie

    Varies depending on the company you lease on with. Many fixed expense items are treated as a deduction from your settlements. I.E. Truck insurance, workmen's compensation, Qualcomm, etc.
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    Allison trans service

    Getting service for the Allisaon is a real pain in the ask. Biggest problem is most places wanting an appointment time for a routine fluid/filter change. Hard for expediters to do. Clark is pretty good especially the Indy location Clarke Power Services, Inc.
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    Battery Powered A/C

    Link for battery AC systems. !Portable 12-Volt Swampy Air Conditioners & Evaporative Coolers.
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    JB Hunt files bankruptcy, TMC closes doors?

    J.B. Filed in 1995. My the news travels fast. SEC Info - Hunt J B Transport Services Inc - 8-K - For 6/14/95
  14. redytrk

    Sleeping Bag TIP

    Before climbing into that bag for the night try this... Slip your thermos of HOT coffee down by your toes. Your coffee will stay hotter and your toes wont fall off. It wont feel toasty, but the little bit of heat the thermos throws off will last all night. A hot water bottle can also be used but...
  15. redytrk

    locking fuel caps

    The link shows the model I ordered with my new FL M2 back in 2003. What a worthless piece of junk. First winter, lock loaded up with salt, key wouldn't work. So what to do at the fuel island needing fuel badly, just twist hard and the cap came off. (Some deterrent for a thief)
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    Increase MPG

    Slow down...And they push you down the highway...works great!
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    Fuel Mileage

    OK call me a liar.. 11.3 (OTR) MBE900 260 hp, Eaton fuller 6 spd, 4.3, rarely go over 60 mph.
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    Classes of CDL

    In the USA no CDL is required to drive a vehicle with a GVW of less than 26,001, UNLESS carrying HAZMAT. Therefore all expedite carriers I know of require a minimum of a class "c" CDL W/Hazmat endorsement. Of course if the trk has air brakes, a air brake endorsement will also be required.
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    Male Truckers Have 10-15 yr shorter Life Span

    Most studies can be slanted to prove what ever point they want to make. However when you look at all of those 300 pounders at the buffet, you have to believe they are right.
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