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  1. davekc

    Landstar Express America

    Freight rates have remained the same or fallen over the fuel cost bubble. FSC rises, but the base rates agents charge must have been cut. Just a reality check. That information is correct. This is the same information I have received when ocassionally booking a load through one of their agents...
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    Building the ultimate expediter

    BigBusbob wrote; like the idea of a walk-thru of some kind, perhaps one could do it with a Volvo or other style truck cab... Dave, do you have a washer/dryer unit on there? also, how big is your freshwater tank? I'm going to Freightliner of Knoxville tomorrow, or Weds., to look at rigs on...
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    New Haven Moving Equipment Co.

    Over the years we have bought items there but have never ordered through their catalog or internet site. Based on Broom's experience, I would recommend an in person visit if purchasing anything from them. Supplies can also be had at most trailer dealers and are usually pretty reasonable. In...
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    rooftop a/c units

    Leo,I would check with the people a BENTZ.They will know if your roof will need special support for the AC unit.They may be able to handle the entire job for you. If I recall correctly, Bentz will not do a roof air on a express cruiser. This info was from a Landstar team who just bought...
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    Business Planning Help For Newbies

    If no one will go first there won't be enough EO band width to handle the volume Yes, I will need my own forum to post all the pages. Davekc
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    Fed Ex Custom Critical

    asked the same question (or something close to it) two years ago when I was researching the industry. Unfortunately, I got bad information from people here Not sure who at that time provided you with "bad" imformation, but Terry and RichM are the most knowledgable that I have seen with regards...
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    rooftop a/c units

    Driveguy207 I have been told by many shops that even for a high efficiency Rooftop A/C to cycle on when its hot you'll need 25amps which would take a 3000watt generator Good info. This is accurate. Draw on the generator will be higher as the ambient air temp. increases. The proheat I believe...
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    Truck purchase horror story

    It is good to see Panther come to the table with the right outcome. The wheels turn, but sometimes slowly. It probably slowed it down alittle because of the approaching holiday. Good to see you are getting out of that "fleece purchase deal" Davekc
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    AlumiBunk Got me

    Raceman Would it be an idea to go to another sleeper manufacturer and have the ground wire located somewhere else? It would seem like a easy fix? Davekc
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    are there any decent owners out there?

    kind of see the problem luv is aluding to, "sending idiots to drive with me". How many times do we see the recommendation that you drive for an owner before you take the big leap. That opens the door for pandora's box you know. Interestingly, I read that same advice given on this site by an...
  11. davekc

    are there any decent owners out there?

    DrLuvv wrote: Don't get me wrong there are a bunch of good owners out there but most of them aren't looking for smart drivers who know the expediting business and know when an owner is full of s#@t. Like Kyoung said most owners tell new drivers new to the expediting business that they'll make a...
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    Pay problems

    Kelly wrote: And I also drive, and I know what it is like to be OTR, and I vALUE drivers/owners and reconize and appreciate what is required. Sorry about that. I took the above quote and thought you were driving fulltime as well. That would be a tough game with several trucks. Davekc owner 20...
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    are there any decent owners out there?

    DrLuv wrote I've learned that if your going to be a driver for someone, the first time they ask you to take money out of your pocket to fix "their" truck run, leave their truck where it is and catch a bus or plane home. If they don't have the money for break downs I am alittle different on...
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    Pay problems

    Lady Expediter wrote team always wanted truck in the shop at least once a month. That may be a little miscommunication or a model that requires alot of repairs. You don't mention year or model of truck. On our trucks, they go in to the dealer every 5 to six weeks. Sometimes they do a little...
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    are there any decent owners out there?

    It is disappointing to hear your story. As with anything, there is both good and bad owners as well as drivers. There is almost a news media concept as to why you hear more bad than good. Many are quick to point out the bad in owners, why the decent ones are seldom mentioned. Several recent...
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    Building the ultimate expediter

    RE: expediter truck Yes we did run into each other in Resaca "J". I get alittle nervous anytime you cut into the cab on a truck when it involves cutting or modifying the cab frame. I like the after marker concept because I can switch chassis much easier. Very cost effective over time. The...
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    A little venting and a real need

    If everything checks out ok and in the case if it is new, it is likely the throw out bearing. Davekc
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    Wannabe

    I live in central ny in between Rochester and Syracuse. are these any of pII's hot spots? thanks!!!!!!!!! They do well out of both areas. Not much wait time to the next load. Davekc
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    Building the ultimate expediter

    expediter truck BigBusBob I like the way you think. I think we are close to what you are seeking. Davekc
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    Bentz Sleepers - Ft. Wayne

    wonder if they would sell the goucho/dinette? We would like to just purchase this one item. hmmm. mcbride- I would think they would. If not or just want to comparable shop, ARI or ICT likely will sell them. The other place would be Double Eagle. Davekc
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