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We just took delivery of our next Promaster, a 2015 3500 Extended version. We have been asked many times to post details so this should satisfy curiosity. I will answer questions about the construction but will not respond to negative postings as I have had my fill of those. This is our latest...

I have very recently become disabled and need help please. I need to generate some income with my beautiful new van (XLT10) so I need to find a top driver and also need help with a proper contract. Can you please help me? I would REALLY appreciate it! Thanks!

My new generator has a 12 volt 8.3 amp outlet in addition to the 120 volt outlets. However, the generator manual says that 12 volt supply must not be used to charge "gel type" batteries. Is this because gel / AGM batteries typically operate at a little higher voltage? Isn't there some way to...

Our new truck is just about ready to roll so our Sprinter will be up for sale very soon. What do you think she's worth? I want advice on how much to ask. (No, I do not want to hire a driver). 2006 Dodge 3500 Sprinter with raised floor, 64" high x 58" wide x 13-1/2' cargo area. Well insulated...

Anyone know what it is? Something in our industry . . . We don't know yet.

Our new truck has arrived! We've changed the wheels, tires, and exhaust to start. The new super-areo box is next. Our goals are no more than 6,000 lbs. empty with a 10,000 lb. GVW. Room for 4 skids plus a small kitchen area and a built in generator box in the side. She weighs 4,510 lbs. as...

I just submitted an insurance binder to our carrier for Non-Trucking Liability & Physical Damage Coverage. Although I specifically asked for a call "if anything was not compliant", the safety lady just replied with an email, "This will not work, we must be listed as the Certificate Holder, the...

What is the height range of automotive stacakable containers? if there is no real limit, what height are 80-90% of them under?

When exactly does the DOT (or other law enforcement) get picky about real separation of living quarters from cargo area? Is it based on GVW? Is it based on type of vehicle? What is the actual law?:confused:

Wednesday night I stopped at the Flying J in Grand Ledge, MI and tried to get $300 from the #1 ATM machine. It spent some time "communicating" and then displayed a "transaction denied" message. When I tried again, the terminal indicated that I was "over daily withdrawal limit". I called my...

If they a larger Sprinter type van that was VERY aerodynamic, 6,500 cargo capacity, 210" long inside (4 skids deep), and 86" tall inside (2 high), gas powered Ford or Chevy drivetrain for about $45,000, would you be interested? We would. What say you?

What did you have to pay to get your Sprinter water pump replaced? They say it requires the whole front end to come apart, from the grill back. Maybe 20 hours?

In regards to per diem, does a co-driver have the right to claim the same amount for per diem? Even if they are married? Must the co-driver show income from the driving in order to claim per diem? Even if they are married? I think I know the answers but just looking for the definative answer!

We think the 5 cylinder engine was a much better engine and were told that Mercedes had to switch to the 6 cylinder because of emmissions. Then manufacturers had to switch technology to keep up, currently with DEF. Can't help wondering if DEF technology would clean up the 5 cylinder enough for...

What good carriers do not require weekly fee/insurance deductions? Our phone works better than the stupid QualComm we have and we have our own comprehensive insurance but our the company we are with seems to require (even though they say they don't) we buy insurance through their preferred...