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  1. T270_Dreamin

    How much to convert Volvo to Straight Truck?

    Geo thanks for that info... keep the contacts coming the more we know the better informed we'll be. I'll take a 20 or 22 ft box. No ready to go trucks this is a project in the works, not sure if I'll do it but I'm pricing everything out. If I can do the stretch and box for $10-12k then it is...
  2. T270_Dreamin

    How much to convert Volvo to Straight Truck?

    Very little info on this in the expedite online forums. A lot of other trucking sites talk about frame stretching and I've heard report of $3000-8000+ I'll start making some calls here soon and report back with prices. Someone has to do it. Truck manufactures didn't design machines around...
  3. T270_Dreamin

    V3 Transportation

    What do you consider stupid long? I run local and long hauls. Try to stick to 50-500 miles or 1400 out, so when I take the long hauls I'm forced to stay at that location until I get something coming back.
  4. T270_Dreamin

    What does that van really cost?

    You probably banked that in the hay day of expediting I'm assuming. Bonuses, Coast to Coast runs, moving non stop. Id be dead tired if I did that many miles in a 06 Sprinter. I think I've got around 300k almost between a bunch of 06 Sprinters, current one just hit 200k but I've only been in the...
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    How much to convert Volvo to Straight Truck?

    Wish I could send the truck back to volvo and have them stretch the frame like this one here. At least I should be able to call them for proper specs to provide to the shop. Volvo s VNM 200 in a straight truck configuration drew its share of - Mid-America Trucking Show, Day 3 - Photo Gallery -...
  6. T270_Dreamin

    V3 Transportation

    Low fees and non forced dispatch. Bring it on. ;) Somebody give the people what they want.
  7. T270_Dreamin

    Does TriState Run Sprinters to CA and what are the weekly deductions?

    Let me get a new truck either newer Sprinter or 2012 VOLVO VNM 630 (Cheaper then Sprinter) and then I can run more miles and get home frequently. Upgraded seats and I'll be ready for the where the wind blows :)
  8. T270_Dreamin

    How much to convert Volvo to Straight Truck?

    Still need to consider insurance cost. The price of the truck isn't bad. I can get into one for less then a price of a new Sprinter. This one got away from me, hard to beat a Southern no rust truck. Looks to be in great shape. So much for a $100k Cascadia in the classified section, don't need...
  9. T270_Dreamin

    Best Wash for preventing Rust Corrosion for Cargo Van?

    Saw a Blue Beacon today in Weatherford Tx. They want $18.50 for a wash and plus $5 for the undercarriage. Mines well wash it myself and pay the $5 for undercarriage if they will let you do it that way... :confused2:;) Not sure if a $24 truck wash is worth spending on a 06 Sprinter with over...
  10. T270_Dreamin

    Who's got a crystal ball for gas prices?

    $1.99 diesel in STL and Houston right now still... ;) Filling up tomorrow.
  11. T270_Dreamin

    Does TriState Run Sprinters to CA and what are the weekly deductions?

    Well I'll run a few scrap loads, maybe I should run Tx to Michigan/Chicago then run some local runs for a week or two then get the big one back to Tx. I also can do Canada so that helps.
  12. T270_Dreamin

    How much to convert Volvo to Straight Truck?

    Its gotta be a VOLVO VNM64T630. Its the best entry level truck, best fuel economy. Drives like a day cab. Dart has some on their fleet.
  13. T270_Dreamin

    new member of geo hall of fame is ragman

    Hall of Fame in Cleveland or Detroit :D
  14. T270_Dreamin

    Does TriState Run Sprinters to CA and what are the weekly deductions?

    Yes you can but they penalize you and stop giving you loads and make you feel bad about it by calling you a cherry picker. Also what is their CV rate, they are a carrier that sees no value in Hi Roof Sprinter style vans.
  15. T270_Dreamin

    V3 Transportation

    What are the rates for straights w/ fuel surcharge and weekly deductions on a 30k straight at V3?
  16. T270_Dreamin

    V3 Transportation

    What are the rates for straights w/ fuel surcharge and weekly deductions on a 30k straight at V3?
  17. T270_Dreamin

    V3 Transportation

    Is V3 forced dispatch or do they let you go out to CALIFORNIA? What is the rate w/ fuel surcharge for straight truck and do they hire SPRINTERS currently?
  18. T270_Dreamin

    Does TriState Run Sprinters to CA and what are the weekly deductions?

    I dont like the words they will keep you sounds like a panther forced dispatch state of mind.
  19. T270_Dreamin

    How much to convert Volvo to Straight Truck?

    NOPE not to my knowledge
  20. T270_Dreamin

    How much to convert Volvo to Straight Truck?

    Tandem for sure I think its a lot easier to convert and less expensive when you leave the original wheels in place. KW dealer up in Minnesota has a fleet of these things. VOLVO VNM64T630 Trucks For Sale - Page 1 of 1 Like this guy says these are great starter trucks and the price is nice...
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