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If you are currently in TX, JSC Federal Credit Union use to do commercial loans. They use to have pretty good rates, but that was some years ago. If nothing else, they should be able to direct you to a decent location. Davekc

Without a bonafide program, their drivers will continue to struggle at certain times. The common theme among recent posts is alot of excessive deadhead. Drivers will take a pounding especially because of the fuel and operating costs. With regards to their legal challenges, only time will tell...

>>Why is the A Team taking potshots at Dave. Dave has >>verifable 20 years experience, A Team has never owned a >>truck,been in this business for maybe 2 years but A Team >>puts dave down.Makes no sense. > >I'm not taking potshots at DaveKC the man. I respectfully >question the validity of...

Well that gives greater explanation to my recent post string "what's the dealio?". We have also noticed an increase in loads to or from FDX FRGHT. Though they have been far from long runs. I'm not sure what most people consider long, but as a team we can run up to 1600 miles in a 24 hour period...

For teams it is a major hot spot. Either pre-dispatched or wait a few hours. Not sure on singles during the week. Alot of long runs. Anything that is pickup friday and deliver mon. you would be good on. Davekc

Much different situation at Panther. I can haul from and to anywhere I want, regardless of whether they think it is a busy area. How does a carrier expect you to obtain freight if it only travels to where they need trucks? That is not a backhaul dept. That is a dept. that is giving you a sales...

Ateam wrote Great DaveKC! Here's an idea for you to consider. It's one that will clearly be in the best interests of your best teams. I don't know how many Panther II teams you run as a fleet owner. Whatever the number is, offer the best half the opportunity to sit down with a FedEx CC...

It would be unwise to invest heavily in a White Glove truck and equipment if you were not first a White Glove-qualified team. Just because you have some of the equipment, it does not follow that you will get the loads. There's more to WG than equipment. Picking up a pallet jack, a few pads, and...

The real reason that my wife and I are White Glove Contractors are for exactly these kind of customer reactions, number 1. And number 2 for the above average pay. That is specifically why I refer to it as a calling. As an owner, I ownly look at the investment side of the things. No loyalty...

Speedway has a ok program. They aren't asking for monies up front ect. I have drivers that use that program and have had no complaints. They also don't have plans to sign you up as a distributor. Davekc

Probably a little of all. Some are repairs, some are return on leases, and some are for sale. Davekc

Sure does sound like a emissions issue and likely a EGR problem. Codes from the computer should be aiding them in doing the diagnostic work. Hopely they get you fixed and rolling! Davekc

Ateam wrote; Since you're one that is running T-Val now, I'd love to hear your response to DaveKC's consistent negative posts about the value of reefers. His most recent reads, "Your situation is not that uncommon, and validates many posts with regards to buying trucks with reefers ect...

Averages of $1.10 or less per mile on a white glove equipped truck isn't anything to get excited about. Certainly a place to be careful in buying one of these units. Your situation is not that uncommon, and validates many posts with regards to buying trucks with reefers ect. Investments of that...

Cool! Davekc

I should have mentioned, this was about a year ago. Based on your experience I think some things might have changed. $996.00 for a alternator and some batteries sounds on the high side unless they did other work? Davekc

appreciate this info a lot, but I am going to sound sort of naïve about the Qualcomm and need to ask if there is any more tips and tricks on how to use it to our advantage? Thanks in advance, To ensure accurate information, we need to know the carrier you are with. Each carrier provides...

To BigDog's post I didn't want to get too repetitive with another thread so I sent you a PM. Glen, I believe he is looking for someone currently running in that capacity. I sent him a reference. Davekc owner 21 years

Comparing a year with Surface to a Year with WG our overall rate is up about $.50 per mile. Our miles are down and our revenue is about the same which hurts right now because of the extra investment, however that is offset by the fact that we are not purchasing as much fuel and wearing out our...

In response to message #0 Sounds like King pins or sloppy tie rods or steering joints to me. Better get it checked out at a reputable tire/alignment shop. These could certainly be an issue but he indicated it was only during braking. King pins and tie rod issues will be there all the time...