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  1. paullud

    //// Custom Tow rig for expedited RV work ////

    Thoughts or opinions? Terrible, bad, and really dumb jump to the top of the list. You are looking at a really basic operation and trying to completely change it into something complicated that dramatically increases risk for a rather poor paying gig if they can't find backhauls that pay well...
  2. paullud

    Tail lights / clearance lights not working

    I would make sure fuses are OK and then go to the switch next.
  3. paullud

    Small travel trailer.

    Yeah that thing actually looks less comfortable than a van. I guess if you want to know it is like to be in a coffin you could buy one and then dealing with it constantly will give you an idea of what Hell is like.
  4. paullud

    Small travel trailer.

    No I'm saying the full 700 pounds has to be subtracted from the 10k pounds max before it requires logging and all the problems that come with it.
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    Small travel trailer.

    When you have a cargo weight capacity of 2500 pounds that 700 pounds is really going to hurt. It's thinking outside the box but it's a bad idea.
  6. paullud

    Mobil 5W ESP Formula motor oil being discontinued ...??

    The switch to lighter weight oils has been going on in the trucking industry for awhile because it helps with fuel mileage. There have been no issues that I have heard about and the oil is MB approved so I wouldn't give it a second thought.
  7. paullud

    Help on my Detroit Diesel Series 50

    The issue with injector problems is that they have to pull them and send them out to test them. If you feel that the garage has done a good job checking things like the rods, mains, and valve train for knocks then replacing all of the injectors might be the next step. Have you had an oil sample...
  8. paullud

    In USA How Much Maximum Salary For Truck Drivers

    That is well above average pay for a truck driver. A newer driver might only make about $40k for their first year and a driver with 1-2 years experience should make around $50k. Once you get 2-3 years experience you can get closer to $60k or even $70k depending on the type of company you drive...
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    In USA How Much Maximum Salary For Truck Drivers

    Once you get experience you can make $1000-1200/week so about $4000-4800/month. You will need to get about a year of experience to reach that.
  10. paullud

    Promaster engine noise 3.6

    Hopefully they come through for you. Is it just the rockers wearing out? It could be that the parts have heat treating issues that are making the metal too soft.
  11. paullud

    New GM van?

    Looks like that one is setup to pull wheelies.
  12. paullud

    Cargo Van Need opinions on van replacement

    With a van payment on $45k I don't think that you would earn as much after expenses. What city are you working in as a courier? Company? That is great money for being home every night, if someone wants to be home. I bet the time goes by pretty fast with the constant changes in duties.
  13. paullud

    Promaster engine noise 3.6

    It might just be the bearing in the alternator. Try to find a metal rod or use a screwdriver to listen to the alternator and feel for vibration. Obviously avoid touching the electrical connections and grounding it.
  14. paullud

    Buying trucks on Ryder ..

    The way to work with Ryder on used trucks is to shop somewhere else. They are way overpriced and you can do much better looking at another dealership.
  15. paullud

    Ecm?

    ABS light is on and it is not registering an oil level.
  16. paullud

    Best used semi truck for 15-25k?

    The whole idea of owning 2 trucks so that one can pay for repairs has been a method that bankrupted more than a few. What happens when you buy the new truck and it breaks down followed promptly by a massive repair on the truck that you have now? You should really slow down and get focused on one...
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    Best used semi truck for 15-25k?

    Too bad someone didn't warn you before. ;) Expect it to continue until you can get the bugs worked out from sitting and whatever the previous owner didn't want to fix. Hopefully the next repair is cheaper and is further down the road until you can build up more capital.
  18. paullud

    My 2015 Ford Transit Experience

    It's not really practical.
  19. paullud

    bunk conversion

    Time to find a better place to get a fully loaded Sprinter or not set the thing up like an RV. Sleepers are relatively easy to set up and do on your own so it shouldn't be anywhere near the cost of a straight truck.
  20. paullud

    Ford Transit owners unite!

    I heard the silver ones have twice the maintenance costs. ;)
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