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    Everyone MUST read this to continue posting on the

    RE: Everyone MUST read this to continue posting on As a new forum member, I would like to add to this old thread. I have found out that one can indead edit their post after it has been posted to the forum. You just use the edit key, make the corrections you wish and re post your contribution...
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    Does anyone else despise Pilot Travelcenters?

    As far as truckstops go, I also do not use pilot, or for that matter, i do not use the T/A, petro, wilco or any other major truckstop, except the flying j. Here is the reason, I'm a van operator who does about 130,000 or more miles each year. Flying j is the only truckstop that gives a half...
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    Paycheck issue

    Another solution for your problem might be to look for a more tech friendly company to work for. One of these days you may not be available to pick up your check due to an unavoidable circumstance. There is probably a company nearby that offers some sort of electronic deposits. TEXAS HOKIE
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    Sprint WI FI

    I also have a sprint card and for 99% of the time it is not a WIFI card, it will only work at WIFI speeds when you are in a sprint WIFI area. The actual number of sprint WIFI areas is very limited, usually to just major airports and the surrounding major hotels. For the remainder of the time it...
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    Computer Programs that actually work

    I don't know if the 2005 version of microsoft streets and trips is any different than the 2004 version as far as the usb connection, but I had the same problem. I bought my first USB connected antenna when i was still using rand mcnally. When I switched over to Streets and Trips 2004, the...
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    2006 GM diesel vans--12,300-lb GVWR--logbook?!?!

    RE: GVWR--logbook?!?! If I remember correctly, any vehicle with a rating of 10,000 lbs (GVWR) or more must log. Your actual loaded wieght (GVW) may not go to that point, but because the rating by the manufacturer is above the 10,000 limit, then you must log for all loads and any good expediting...
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    Sprinter 9ft w/sleeper, 13 ft without ?

    I personally have to go with the comfort first. I have to be able to pull over and get into a bed within 1 minute of stopping. Sleeping, or trying to sleep in the drivers seat is not an option when you are loaded and have many miles to go to the drop. I have a chevy express that I have built a...
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    Socially incorrect way to celebrate a 65th birthda

    RE: Socially incorrect way to celebrate a 65th bir Congrats on the b bday. Have a way to go, 13, before I get there. I to will be receiving my new truck next monday. As with yours, mine will have a bentz sleeper. Have spent many hours comparing quality of materials used in the interior...
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    Wireless for laptop

    I concur with the t-mobile card for the 30.00/month. In addition i'm trying their hot spot service for an additional 20.00. their hot spots include starbucks, borders and fedex/kinkos and many airports and 5 star hotels. I used to have sprint service but it cost 40.00 for 20MB. Problem with...
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    Log Books

    Panther saftey department will accept the computer printouts for you logs TEXAS HOKIE
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    secret slow times weapon?

    Yes you can make money with this line of work, if the work fits your specific priorities in life. You first have to realize what your priorites are, your wifes priorites are, and if you have kids at home. If you have kids at home, then this work is very disrupting for the kids and your wife...
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    Freight Zones

    Its very easy to create a database for your loads. The program that a number of us are using is microsoft spreadsheets (excell or works). The most importment thing to remember is what information do you want to extract from your database. I have been expediating for over a year now, and have...
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