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    g-p-s

    Before you start believing that the laptop with GPS is the only way to go, I am still using my Garmin Streetpilot that has served some 6 years. Right now am shopping for a newer unit and like the Garmin C330 so far. Vernon in C2197
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    hydralic brakes

    And the good thing is with 9 years driving hydraulic brakes, I've never had my brakes go out. The other good things are they seem to last forever, stop quicker and generate no interest at weigh stations which makes the inspection really quick.
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    The birth of Driver

    Mugg, if you will spend some time reading the archives here, I'm sure you will realize that the picture garman351 painted is only part of the story. A lot of us out here really enjoy this lifestyle and would have a hard time going back to a 9to5er. We find this is less stressful than our old...
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    Dissipearing Fleet

    It does seem to come and go in spurts. Sometimes we go a week without seeing another FedEx CC truck, then we find one sitting in some out-of-the-way spot, just when we get to thinking we're the only expeditor within a hundred miles. We have also been going to some new customers in places we had...
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    Hours of Service Concerns

    On the other hand, we took a run to WA only because it picked up early in the week and didn't deliver until Monday. We told FedEx CC we weren't ready for our first run under the new rules to be a long straight thru. Our runs after that, about 90% were over 800 and 25% over 1000. Based on this...
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    o/o "v" working for someone doing a team op

    RE: o/o i do not have a problem >buying a st. truck,but just don't have down payment.they >want 10% down.i can get that but rather not use my house as >collateral.so,we will start out working for a o/o.but not >sure how to buy a truck if we like it.all my money will be >for bills and...
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    Your Opinion Please!

    We team drive with FedEx Custom Critical and stay happy as pigs in a waller. They keep us busy with interesting freight and we have never had a conversation with anyone in payroll. I'm glad you didn't ask for complaints as we don't have any. Vernon in C2197
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    I don´t care.

    RE: Your belive this bunk? >why are YOU (I mean all conspiracy theorists) allowed to come here and post what you want? If they have been able to control the media for many many years, which means the government has God like abilities, Because when you have the radio and TV waves full of folks...
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    I don´t care.

    RE: I care. That's funny! I used to think of myself as mostly Republican until they started changing (or maybe I got smarter). Then I tried thinking of myself as a Democrat until I realized that dog won't hunt either. Now I'm just plain old independent and try to find some truth in the big 6...
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    OWNER OPERATOR OPPORTUNITIES

    Or maybe not. Florida work depends on many factors, such as whether you're running team, willing to deadhead to the pickup, what company you lease with, the day of the week, and the luck of the draw. Over the years with FedEx, we have taken loads there and taken loads out all but two times...
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    I don´t care.

    RE: I care. HDL, nice series of posts. You had some good information there, and I'm glad someone is paying attention. I wish the "I don't care" posters were paying better attention to the world besides Rush Limbaugh, as I do not agree that uncaring Americans are a worthwhile solution to the...
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    Chauffeur?

    Since you'll need at least a CDL class C to work in this field and you hope to run team with someone, I would suggest starting out in a C unit. Most I have seen are hydraulic brake so a C class CDL is all you need, and they are more comfortable than sharing a cargo van with another person...
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    teaming a "C"

    RE: teaming a >Are teams in a "C" unit something that you see? occasionally? ever? My wife and I have been running a C unit since 1997. We have occasionally seen C units running single, although we see more D units running single. We have always had a sleeper 70" or more, so that puts the...
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    Bypass Filter for CAT 3126

    <how many use a bypass filter system on their 3126 We added the Filtration Solutions bypass filter to our CAT 3126 over 3 years ago. We also add 1/2 gal of Lucas on each oil change and also use 1 gallon of synthetic in the blend. So far at 415k, the engine still runs strong (for a CAT) with no...
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    minimum endorsements

    Sawbones, the truck in New Port Richie, go ahead and look at it, although it won't be there much longer. Call me at 434-846-0605 if you need assistance. For help with understanding air brakes, goto Google and enter the words "truck air brakes" in the search line. Links will pop up from all over...
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    no driving experience & traveling w/a dog

    The rotweiler got me in the conversation. Years ago I shared my truck with a rotweiler, and this was a KW100 cabover. He jumped in easier than I did. He was a wonderful companion in the truck and I often think about him. No, he wasn't inclined to bite or be nasty as he was a pet and friend. I...
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    For all you Pet Lovers out there...

    Broompilot, that sounds like the high and low of it all. I admire you for admitting your onboard security system is a cat. Is there a special school for their training? We travel with 3 dogs, and if you are parked anywhere within 100 yds of us, you'll surely meet our crew. I have to admit, they...
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    how many e-trac straps

    We have 6 straps, 4 load bars, 6 long 2X4, 6 shorties, pallet jack, 2 wheel dolly, chain, come-along, hammer and lots of nails, and use it all often. Vernon in C2197 (USN, Ret CWO2 Boatswain, 23 yr 3mo - SSR-481, SS(B)N-616, AS-32 and numerous posts from Iceland to Rota. Spain and some US)
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    Bought a used Lemon

    We only buy used trucks. Over the past 8 years we seldom put 5000 mi on a truck without something needing to be fixed. Usually 2-3 times a year it is major. I doubt if the dealer ripped you off by selling a truck with known problems. All dealers we have talked with have to put a DOT inspection...
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    BioDiesel

    About the tax question, biodeisel is a fuel additive that just happens to burn like diesel, plus it is a great cleaner and lubricant for your fuel system. Biodeisel production at home is best carried out by someone with a dedicated run that brings then home every day (Go Raceman!). You can...
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