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Anything else extra that dispatch can offer on top of regular load? Trying to be as thorough as possible.

Thanks for all the feedback. Would like to get a couple more opinions. I like the idea from LDB dry run, layover and detention are 50/50 So here is my new proposed plan in order for the driver. Option 1 Dry Run ($50) 50/50 Layovers ($75) 50/50 Bonus for deadhead, delivery in offbeat...

Interesting. I'll check the weight on a vnm volvo front axle tomorrow. I hope it is less then the vnl. I know they build the vnm for city hauling and regional with lighter weight in mind. I know there have been some threads discussing this in the past. I saw a vnm 200 today, the front ends are...

Avoid this company, they ripped me off in 2010, they still owe me over $700. They didn't pay on time or in full. They were called action express at the time. They don't care about their reputation, they are bottom feeders in every aspect! Greg Sulphus used to be the head guy.

Driver/Owner... Dry Run ($50) Layovers ($75) Extra Dollars for deadhead, delivery in offbeat places (Bonus) Extra Weight (Bonus) Hand Swap ($25-75) Detention (by the hour) Bad Weather Bonus So as of last week, the driver is off strike and back working. The driver has get a...

Does two count as multiple... :) Yeah those trucks are the cost of a house. Well unless youre in Detroit where they give them away.

You'll find a few here... http://www.expeditersonline.com/forum/general-expediter-forum/65426-class-6-truck-ok-expediting.html

I thought they made golf clubs... :D

I keep it between 62-69, Usually about 67 is average. GPS speed is 3 mph less. I would like to be able to do 75 out in the wide open places but the truck would not last as long and of course it would burn unnecessary excess fuel. Maybe they will design a transmission in a Sprinter that allows...

If you make it down to Austin/San Antonio there are some good independent shops.

Correction, they now offer the standard 2.1 liter OM651 4 cylinder turbodiesel engine. The V6 is optional. The 4wd sprinter will come standard with the v6 Diesel. Mercedes-Benz Sprinter: The 2015 Sprinter

Looks like the i-shift has been around since 2007 http://www.trucknews.com/features/coming-to-north-america-volvo-s-i-shift-automated-tranny/

Heard the weather was rough up that ways but it's supposed to clear up tomorrow.

The Volvo VNM 200, 430, and 630 is a class 8 truck. It's the lighter weight truck they offer compared to the full size VNL.

There going to have to compete with dodge and ford and possibly more manufacturers so the price may go down but I think they will always be a good $5k ahead of the competition. The options really jack the price up. Daimler will shift some Sprinter production to N.A. from Germany This will also...

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I'd imagine 8 tires sticking to the road would make it better in the snow. What would you say the weight capacity would be with a 20 or 22 ft box?

Yeah that is the one, there is a guy who parks in skokie at the walmart that has a blue one (regular semi, not straight) I found out how to search for them. I'd get the D11 w/ 405 hp w/ i shift & 20 ft box, it's either that or a class 6/7 pete or kw. I'd rather take the volvo for the smoother...

Time will only tell, please report back when your engine blows up. Oh wait that's a Toyota they last forever! :) Interesting let us know how that in box sleeper works out. Why can't Morgan design something like that?!

I believe the engine that comes in the class 7 paccar is sleeved and rebuild-able. You get more weight capability and air brakes etc as mentioned but then have the cdl requirement. I have a b w/ hazmat so I'm good on that... overqualified sprinter driver :) It's good to hear the pros and cons...