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  1. OntarioVanMan

    Canada Hands Free Coming

    tailgating and running the shoulder should be target areas...
  2. OntarioVanMan

    Piper

    I will take multiple skids...it spreads whatever weight around more evenly...it is the weight..always about the weight...
  3. OntarioVanMan

    Piper

    I've had 2900 in mine ONCE...never again...it drove like a tank and wandered all over the road....took forever to get up to speed....wonder just how hot the tranny got....It is not worth it...the heavy weights..IMO...we are not compensated for weight so why burn up the van? My philosophy has...
  4. OntarioVanMan

    The Quiet Exodus

    By your own math...20-30 vans...5-10 loads a day...think I'll wait 3-4 days and get one at full rate...;)
  5. OntarioVanMan

    Canada's Healthcare System At Work...

    No..Not unable...Think Money..thats all it is all about MONEY...Why invest in their own machines when there is an over-capacity just a few miles away...besides why complain? It puts money in American pockets and employs Americans...this is good yes? It works for them and works for Detroit and...
  6. OntarioVanMan

    Canada's Healthcare System At Work...

    the way it is going I don't think this crap down here is changing anytime soon...
  7. OntarioVanMan

    Piper

    Greg I weigh about 6100 so that leaves 2450...I'll take up to 25-2600.... I mean who runs around with a full fuel tank all the time?
  8. OntarioVanMan

    Canada's Healthcare System At Work...

    Did you even read the article? It shows how WELL the Canadian system actually works.... some samples... Michael Vujovich, 61, of Windsor was taken to Detroit's Henry Ford Hospital for an angioplasty procedure after he went to a Windsor hospital in April. Vujovich said the U.S. backup doesn't...
  9. OntarioVanMan

    The Beemer???

    as far as beemer goes...sure would be a change to hear how the Zionists are going to ruin America vs Obana...*LOL*
  10. OntarioVanMan

    Mass Turnpike Parking Ripoff

    I once got grabbed for not having an "Official Chock" Yes there is legal dimensions for a proper chock....and they are usually "chained" to the underside of the truck...If truck is properly chocked it should be almost impossible to remove them...
  11. OntarioVanMan

    Canada Hands Free Coming

    Keeping in mind I did get warning about a broken tail light as I was talking on the cell and my seatbelt wasn't on..and laptop was on the front seat! *LOL*
  12. OntarioVanMan

    The Quiet Exodus

    Thats why I didn't mention any carrier in specific...That is also why the flat rate works in some locations and not others...we sold our soul for X amount per mile, the only thing to negotiate is DH and final destination. Rookies looking in can see the difference of how O/O's think and work...
  13. OntarioVanMan

    Piper

    Because you are such a notable expert and shining star on EO...a Valuable resource and fountain of information....;) Just like another un-named Canadian star! *LOL* Oh yeah...your on the THEM!!! A Canuck!!
  14. OntarioVanMan

    The Quiet Exodus

    you are boosting quantity over quality? Puzzle me this? If every carrier is say bidding on the same load...and nearly all the top carriers are paying .70 -.85 cents on the same load why does one have to offer .50 on the same load? Is the winning bid that low? "To get out of Texas"...
  15. OntarioVanMan

    Piper

    All this aggrevation for 1400 lbs? to what end? IMO doesn't seem to be worth it unless you have the need to prove it can be done and your pockets are lined with gold.:)
  16. OntarioVanMan

    Sprinter as a family transport vehicle

    I'll go with both ebsprintin and Turtle on this one... The service record would be a critical item... 2 things at the top of the list an oil anilasis(sp) and pull the tranny pan and have the tech check for signs of wear..and confirm the proper oils have been used. Good Luck
  17. OntarioVanMan

    August Location

    @ Home..:D 48 degrees..clear sky, sunny...you guys can have that back east humidity... Gonna cut some grass for a bit and empty out my rolling ashtray tray and flush the inside with a hose and wipe down the interior and then oil change...
  18. OntarioVanMan

    As summer draws to a close

    too much time on her hands..*LOL*
  19. OntarioVanMan

    August Location

    Murdo SD on my way home after 7 weeks in my man cave! :D
  20. OntarioVanMan

    Canada Hands Free Coming

    I predict hands free will be the norm in all 50 states and 10 provinces and the 3 territories soon enough..
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