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I would second Dave's comments. E-1 & Lawrence did a great job last year with the breakfast. It was a great event that gave everyone a chance to put a face to a screen name. Really looking forward to seeing old and new friends alike. Don't be bashful See ya there! Davekc owner 23 years...

I would say it would depend on the state and their combination lengths. As odd as it sounds, the circus and fairs pulls trailers with straights all the time. Davekc owner 23 years PantherII EO moderator

You shouldn't have a problem with a factory or smaller sleeper. The issues usually come up with a sleeper of greater length. Pretty much the reason you don't see any Volvo straights with a aftermarket sleeper greater than 90 inches. Davekc owner 23 years PantherII EO moderator

Not sure on pancakes, but waffles might be another story. Davekc owner 23 years PantherII EO moderator

Staying on it steady would be my choice as well. If you unload early it just moves you to the next load quicker. And as mentioned, if you break down, the more cushion you have the better. No time will equal instant tow even for the smallest of things. The majority of repairs can be handled in...

I agree with Leo on this one. We speced a Volvo with a aftermarket sleeper and the dealer said no way. Same problem as the front would be too heavy. Too many tires, weight, and safety issues. They said you could do a 770 and it would be fine, but highly advised about using it with a after market...

I would agree with others in that it is a case by case situation. Over the years, we have had everything from the carrier covering the cost, to us covering the cost. Most of the time it depends on available trucks and how much time there is. As a contractor, if we are paid the miles, then we...

For the few times we have done this type of load, we fax everything to whomever the broker is where we plan to cross PRIOR to ever leaving the shipper. If there is a problem, their load doesn't go. That process may take several hours, but at least you will know if there is any issues. You want...

Good post. I think she certainly did the right. As in our case, it is amazing the bumbling that starts when you ask to do an audit of them. Suddenly they can't find things or are too busy. It's business. Never assume anything. We did eventually get our due monies, but at that time it gave us a...

I would read alot of the archives here on EO. Alot of different approaches as to how folks started. Attending the Expo will also give you a wealth of information from many different sources. It is a penny business and really has to be operated that way. Really understand your personal finances...

Looking back, I would have to say you are right. Davekc owner 23 years PantherII EO moderator

my settlement sheet shows,fuel surcharge,what the customer gets charged,and what i get paid,doesnt everyones ============================================= What your settlement sheet shows has nothing to do with the customers freight invoice. Case in point, we had a nameless carrier numerous...

That's a first. I hope you bought a lotto ticket. Davekc owner 23 years PantherII EO moderator

Oh my! Now there is some lights. Now for some, that still may not be enough:7 Davekc owner 23 years PantherII EO moderator

I would go with Charlotte's advice. Word of mouth is ones best advertiser. That will bring you more information rather than whether one answers a post. Good luck on your search, and let us know how it goes. Davekc owner 23 years PantherII EO moderator

I would certainly want it if I was being paid a percentage of the load. As you mentioned on milage, it wouldn't really matter too much. We essentially run on a percentage on our own booked loads and we are dealing directly with the company or broker. In those instances, we know EXACTLY the total...

Yes, you can book your own load regardless of location. If for example we pull onto a board and there is alot of trucks, we will move on a load of our own. Being in Seville the day after a orientation class gets out comes to mind. If there are no trucks, then it only makes sense to wait and see...

Generally speaking it is to your advantage to be on as many boards as possible. Davekc owner 22 years PantherII EO moderator

Since it was already mentioned, what is stopping you from obtaining your own authority? If your with Panther, book your own loads. We and many others do it every day. There are several other carriers that afford that opportunity to you as well. Questioning the carrier is all fine, but I see...

The answer to your question probably depends on how much US auto freight your carrier handles. We had a truck in Detroit the Monday after and took a load to Georgia. However, it wasn't a auto related load. Some plants are retooling so they should pick up some after this week. Davekc...