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How readily available are the filters? Is this something that can be had at Speedco etc. In my case I still have to have the truck pulled in somewhere for generator service and lube. Since my drivers are fleet drivers, I still need the service actually performed somewhere. Wouldn't mind...

It's a disappointment that someone even suggested something that foolish. Doesn't really matter what your doing as long as you have an interest in expediting. Wouldn't worry what others tell you.

Just calling it like I see it. You said "everyone would get paid" I am sure that is comforting to the guy that is making a truck payment. Secondly, what about all the people prior to Friday? This company isn't paying for something that happened a month ago. They are handling your stuff...

For the new folks This is why you don't attempt this when you have very limited experience and are severely undercapitalized. I do feel for any potential drivers as they got totally shafted if they signed on. Word of advice. Don't sign on with a company that doesn't have years of a track...

Might have been easier and made a whole lot more sense had you provided that information in the first place. Even all that stuff on Getloaded was kind of a sign.

If you were a straight shooter, you wouldn't have went in to all this merger business. I personally have been involved in a dozen mergers with regards to the vending industry and they don't happen in a week. No one has to know you to determine it was a fabrication. If the stove is on, one...

Really some good advice offered by all. If your going to go to places that aren't solo friendly, you really need to develop a skill in finding some freight, or don't go. Never, I mean NEVER, sit somewhere for 8 days. Places like El Paso are only going to have freight a solo can haul on a Friday...

The whole thread was a joke from beginning to end. Pretty much why I didn't say anything yesterday. I was laughing too hard to type.

As far as straights, I wouldn't even consider one unless it is a roof mount. The under body ones have always been a constant problem once the weather/salt/chemicals start doing a number on them. Thermo King is suppose to have some under body set up that is suppose to be durable, but I have never...

I would say your options are limited if they change them all the time. If you hire consistently, ask for a update every month or quarter. Or....request everything prior to doing any type of interview so you have all the current info on hand. I do wonder, is the Fed makes the constant changes or...

I thought he did a hell of a job. But... some things run their course and must come to an end. I couldn't let him out of here without busting his chops alittle.

It seems on the political front, there is a lot of valid arguments, but they distract with the simplest of questions. Since I was singled out, here is my question. Energy policy............who has the best plan? I don't want to hear what Bill did, or what GW could have done, it is a basic...

Good luck on the new gig. Did good by us for the trucks we purchased. Hey...........better not be going to work for a repo company:eek: Couldn't resist.

I would agree with Steve on this one. Most trucks that go past the five year mark are pretty much junk. Look at the classifieds for trucks in that 7 to 10 year range and you will see what I mean. Even if you plan to drive say 150,000 miles a year, that truck would have a million and a half on...

Not sure where you are shopping, but I can't imagine a class 7 reefer truck being 190K At that five year mark, the five year year truck will have some trade value (not much) and two trucks through a five year period will have more warranty coverage and newer components through that 10 year...

Just look at the energy issues. One says drill, which is fine but will take years to have any effect, and the other says "Lets tax the hell out of the oil companies". The oil companies will just past that cost right through the pump. Their profit margin isn't going to change. The most they might...

I don't think either party has an answer. I think we are way past the "Let's blame Bush"

For someone in simular circustances, I would advise getting a copy of the settlement sheet. Additionally, you should be able to call payroll to confirm a amount on a paid load. If there is a problem at that point, then it would likely be the fleet owner if Panther is showing one thing, and the...

Hey Linder, A class 8 could still be a viable option depending on what you are paying for it. We bought a class 8 last year for a few thousand over a class 7 similarly equipped except for the drive train. Class 7's are a viable option as the cost is lower, and can be turned at a faster rate...

For many, it would have to be a consideration that is not overlooked. The biggest issue is the idea of a truck purchase based on ten years. There was a time that it could have been feasible. Looking at a global market and fuel prices, the 05 truck may not be competitive or realistic to operate...