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    Diesel Prices at truck stops

    I like Murphys USA at Wal Mart and with a Wal Mart Card you save $.03 pergallon; however, not all Murphys have Diesel but most do, check your Road Atlas. QT's are great too, in our area we have both so the competition is great. I am very cautious about smaller fuel outlets because of old fuel...
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    Authority?

    I am considering changing gears and doing a local delivery in about a 50 mile range. Do I need any special authority for a van, I won't be crossing any state lines? It'll be an express for parts for business's in a 50 mile radius that need parts,etc. from a larger metro area. I would appreciate...
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    Hotels

    Just spent Sunday night at the Best Western in St Louis w/continental breakfast,indoor pool,etc. for $34 through Priceline. Even if you get a decent load and have to bail out you're not out that much. God Bless:) :) :)
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    Upgrade to "C'

    >>Been in expediting for a few years and over 500k >>miles;however, it was a van. My wife and I are talking about >>going to a "C" unit because of better creature comforts >>while sitting. >>C units seem to be a good fit for our lifestyle, we're >>retired from the Navy, lived in RV's for...
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    Hotels

    Good suggestions.A few more: Use a laptop and make reservations through Priceline, which can be done any time prior to 1800 same day. Once your bid is accepted there is no refund; however, the price is great. Usually there is adequate parking for a straight truck but an e truck w/trailer would...
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    Upgrade to "C'

    RE: Upgrade to >The E350 was the mainstay of the "C" fleet.The last time I >checked,they can no longer be spec'd to run as a "C"(at >least with FECC).I would Check out Freightliner M2,or >International. Thanks for the info. When we were with Roberts several years ago I used to see some...
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    Upgrade to "C'

    >If your total gross,empty weight and cargo is over 26,000 >pounds you will probably need a CDL B license. Also most >companies require C units to be dock high,can a Ford 350 >chassis be built that way? Thanks for all the replies. I was talking about F450 and F550's, they are used for an...
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    Upgrade to "C'

    Been in expediting for a few years and over 500k miles;however, it was a van. My wife and I are talking about going to a "C" unit because of better creature comforts while sitting. C units seem to be a good fit for our lifestyle, we're retired from the Navy, lived in RV's for over 20 years and...
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    Should I get into expediting?

    The way the concept was explained to me, it seems like it would only work with teams unless you are willing to run illegal. The FedEx guy made it pretty clear that they are fussy about complying with HOS regulations (maybe BS?). I can see where it might be tough to do this solo.
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    Should I get into expediting?

    A friend of mine who is currently an O/O in air frieght has asked me to team with him in a class D for FedEx CC. How is it? Is the money there? Any help would be appreciated. Thanks.
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