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  1. davekc

    Why am I overheating and losing coolant?

    If you have a temperature gun, just point it at the radiator. That will tell you if that is the problem. I would follow with a pressure test on the cooling system. As for oil testing, forget Speedco. Had this problem with a bad injector and oil smelled like diesel. Two different tests at...
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    out bidding loads

    I know what you mean. "Ignorance is bliss":D
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    out bidding loads

    I would say Charles is pretty close to reality. But I understand where Lawrence is getting that information. A few nameless carriers will say that consistently but it is by design to really be translated to the drivers. Why? Because it is a tool/excuse to suppress rates to their own drivers.
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    out bidding loads

    I would agree on a open bid board. That is where you are really seeing the rate cutting. Many of the smaller outfits are reliant on the large carriers for their freight. If they slow down, so do they. Also, some of the larger carriers have their own accounts and primarily have them through...
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    out bidding loads

    A place probably where the larger carriers have an edge.
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    cummins isc 330

    It depends. If it is a pre-emissions engine it is pretty durable. If it is a 08 I believe or newer, then it could have some issues.
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    What has you ripping your hair out sometimes in this business?

    Turtle's comments were in regards to his project, not him personally. Just leave it at that.
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    What has you ripping your hair out sometimes in this business?

    The personal attacks aren't necessary.
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    percentages

    I would say Turtle's post accurately reflects how much of their dispatching goes. I would also concur in that we have never been "forced" to take a load that wasn't profitable.
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    $1.40 per mile?

    That is expensive. I guess if you aren't making anything it would help but it would seem like you would have bigger problems if no income is coming in.
  11. davekc

    Panther Rewards Program

    I couldn't tell you where you would rank. But you can take your numbers from Jan 1st to June 30th and see where your numbers fall for six months. At that point, you will likely have your answer.
  12. davekc

    Birthday! Happy birthday DaveKC

    Much appreciated.
  13. davekc

    Fed Ex and can't see the forest for the trees

    Where else can you get this kind of entertainment?:D
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    Birthday! Happy birthday DaveKC

    I'll take the 16!
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    Fed Ex and can't see the forest for the trees

    Cheap entertainment for some.
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    Fed Ex and can't see the forest for the trees

    Gee....I guess I'll go with the obvious. Why are you still there?
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    Its official as USA and Mexico sign pact to screw American truckers

    Looks like they might have a few issues getting it off the ground. OOIDA Press Release
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    Birthday! Happy birthday DaveKC

    Absolutely precious.:p
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    Birthday! Happy birthday DaveKC

    Not too far away:D
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    Birthday! Happy birthday DaveKC

    Thanks folks. Been celebrating my 18th birthday again. :D
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