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  1. davekc

    Electrical issue

    It is a common problem. The only other place to look is the bulkhead module to ensure all the wire connections are good. Also, make sure you are using the correct bulbs. Some put higher rated ones in and they burn/short the connections.
  2. davekc

    No Go Zones: really?

    I think it depends. For world news I usually will check BBC and for political stuff, often times it is Cspan because there is no commentary. For real news I watch Fox. :cool:
  3. davekc

    Electrical issue

    Likely the turn signal switch. They don't last long. May have to replace the contact block if it is bad. That is the part on the column where the actual turn signal switch plugs into. Dielectric grease will help, but only to a point once they are worn down. I repaired one by using jewelry tools...
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    Birthday! Happy Birthday Xiggi

    Happy Birthday Xiggi!
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    Fuel surcharge cargo vans

    Most of the time you have to look at the true cost point. For example, using Panther, their straight fuel surcharge is 19 or 20 cents. Certainly not among the higher fsc that others get paid. But I have to look at what we are really paying . Looking today, the retail price at Tuscaloosa, AL TA...
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    Why soo slow????

    Yep, that is one of the places I looked. Much less last year during periods of weather extremes.
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    Why soo slow????

    The volume of freight is basically the same. What is different is we don't have the real cold and bad weather of last year. So I would say there are more trucks out there this year.
  8. davekc

    Premium Transportation Logistics

    John would be the guy to talk to. He has always been a straight shooter and has been around for a pretty good stretch.
  9. davekc

    Mbe engine air brake compressor ?

    That is true. You will know more at that point, but I think even with that, you should be able to stay well under 1800. Good luck.
  10. davekc

    Load One

    Let me try to help. The definition of those "bells and whistles" is about 100k.:cool: With that said, you have to find the best balance you can. That is the biggest hurdle our industry and others have. Trying to operate year after year for essentially the same money. That is why you have many...
  11. davekc

    Mbe engine air brake compressor ?

    I believe those have a Bendix so 1800 sounds high. As suggested, I would shop that part and figure 5 to 6 hours on the labor. If it is keeping the air up, just might need one of the valves or governor replaced? Whole lot cheaper. I would start there since it was fine until you changed one of the...
  12. davekc

    Buckeyes Riot Burn Destroy Property, Not A Thug In Sight

    I would agree with that. Imagine had he not done that and just refused to indict Wilson. But I also agree that once that was decided to use a grand jury, it was pretty much political theater to obtain the desired results.
  13. davekc

    January Locations & Witty Repartee

    I have a solution. 74 degrees out. :cool:
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    I'm Speechless. I Got Nothing.

    Nothing like cheap entertainment.;)
  15. davekc

    January 2015

    The only saving grace as fuel drops is our fuel discount. With discount we are hovering around the two dollar mark. Handful of places are actually under that.
  16. davekc

    Flat mileage fee vs % of Compensation

    Just like detention time or giving time away, the fuel surcharge amounts and how they are calculated is one of the largest places carriers skim from drivers. They know who they are. If one looked at the actual rate sheets, it is amazing how many carriers just help themselves.
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    Is this a good idea?

    Politics is ruled by money. Very tough for a third party candidate to even compete at the level of the other two parties.
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    Buckeyes Riot Burn Destroy Property, Not A Thug In Sight

    Wow. This is one long thread. Ran out of coffee before I could finish.
  19. davekc

    2015 Freightliner M2 112 Pay Load

    Your welcome.
  20. davekc

    2015 Freightliner M2 112 Pay Load

    It may have two 80 gallon tanks but probably 8k to 9k depending on your stuff and what transmission it has. 10 speed auto will be a little heavier.
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