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  1. T270_Dreamin

    Veterans chime in!

    I'm looking for a carrier that runs from Tx to Michigan/Chicago and back, Tx to Cali and back. Low weekly fees and 100% non forced dispatch. .80-$1.00 per mile. Any ideas?
  2. T270_Dreamin

    Where Are Rates Really?

    Shot in the dark... let me guess? Express1-XPO
  3. T270_Dreamin

    Ok, How about PLANAR?

    Just tough it out for 3 months with a alps mountaineering zero degree bag. I used that back in 2013, least I could do is sleep warm. There's the warm up period though when you transfer from sleep to driving that is no fun. I'm reinstalling my d2 in Feb winter will be almost over, but maybe I...
  4. T270_Dreamin

    Espar Reliablity Pros Or Cons

    I just removed/deinstalled a espar d2 out of Sprinter before I sold it yesterday and I think installing this heater looks pretty simple. Lowering the fuel tank looks like the difficult part everything else looks like a couple hours. I might try and do this on my own if I have the extra time. I...
  5. T270_Dreamin

    Espar Reliablity Pros Or Cons

    Just found this place today... Contact Us: Espar Heater Parts, Diesel Truck Heaters - Lubrication Specialist
  6. T270_Dreamin

    Is Detroit a safe place to relocate if in right neighborhood?

    West Village is such a small neighborhood adjacent to Indian Village. There are some dangerous areas around there. East English Village still has good bang for the buck, Any other recommendations in the city you would suggest Ragman? Corktown definitely over hyped and expensive. It will be...
  7. T270_Dreamin

    Espar Reliablity Pros Or Cons

    Please note a new heater replacement d2 is available at Chicago ThermoKing for $650. They also periodically recommend replacing the fuel pump screen part # 13-510 $3.57 and the Strainer Glow pin 41-6822 $10.14
  8. T270_Dreamin

    Will there be Sprinter loads from Detroit/Chicago to Tx 12/27-12/30?

    I never wait at truck stops, I treat this stuff unconventionally and it doesn't feel like a job only when I'm pushing 1200-1400 miles non stop then it feels like hell. I do sleep at trucks stops on occasion when I'm passing through use the restrooms and keep moving to the next town. Drove from...
  9. T270_Dreamin

    Is Detroit a safe place to relocate if in right neighborhood?

    Been looking at houses in Detroit, prices are under a 100k for a decent maintained home in a decent area. I met a client who just bought one for under 20k in a ok area but I'd rather spend a little more to be surrounded around neighbors who care about their homes. Do you think Detroit is...
  10. T270_Dreamin

    Have rates really dropped all that much?

    So the drivers all jumped ship to another carrier and started high fiving everyone to celebrate a victorious new transition :) When the carriers disrespect they lose drivers and it happens all the time. Been there done that. They don't value drivers and it will catch up to them one day. For the...
  11. T270_Dreamin

    Upcoming OM654 Sprinter

    How many miles do you have driving Sprinters, you up there with OVM yet?
  12. T270_Dreamin

    Have rates really dropped all that much?

    And your carriers are ok with the whole you ship thing?
  13. T270_Dreamin

    Have rates really dropped all that much?

    So Tristate got the load took a profit off it and contracted it out to a carrier for less money then they were awarded?
  14. T270_Dreamin

    Upcoming OM654 Sprinter

    They will have a fix for the 2014+ 4 cylinder model around the corner. It's just a matter of time. Drive with confidence. Take a long haul from time to time knowing you might need the $ to stash away for a repair. ;) I'm sure the Canadians will have a fix before long. Mercedes Sprinter Van...
  15. T270_Dreamin

    Have rates really dropped all that much?

    All depends on the carrier spoke with a recruiter at Bolt last week and they said .95 to a 1.05 a mile. My carrier encourages me to run for .75 but I usually bid .80 to $1.00 a mile and sometimes I get it. I specialize in long hauls. Tx to Mi, Tx to California and Colorado. I go places where...
  16. T270_Dreamin

    Espar of Michigan/espar parts

    Here is another place capable of installing espar heaters in Elkhart. ProAir Thermo King Chicago just confirmed $1450 installed and $650 for just the espar d2 heater alone if you need a replacement. Locations Illinois Auto Central McCook, IL (888) 872-0292
  17. T270_Dreamin

    Upcoming OM654 Sprinter

    The dpf is nothing to be worried about, if it fails you just get rid of it and use a pipe to replace. Class 8 trucks with dpfs I'd say nox more then a Sprinter without a dpf. They need to publish real world statistics. I don't feel too guilty driving around a sprinter when I see the smog coming...
  18. T270_Dreamin

    Will there be Sprinter loads from Detroit/Chicago to Tx 12/27-12/30?

    My accommodations are in GR, still esparless and I can't sit in places with nothing to do unless I'm sleeping.
  19. T270_Dreamin

    Will there be Sprinter loads from Detroit/Chicago to Tx 12/27-12/30?

    Can I sit in GR and feed off of both of these cities freight for a load to TX?
  20. T270_Dreamin

    Will there be Sprinter loads from Detroit/Chicago to Tx 12/27-12/30?

    Looking to get out between those dates not going to make it this week back (the 140 broke down in Chicago, no crank no start hopefully starter fixes tomorrow or neg battery cable) in time to set up for Thursday or Friday. I was wondering if there will be loads that week or not? I suppose Chicago...
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