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I've been there since 99 [Panther] and with all the changes,there's still no hauling hazmat in vans [over 1001 pounds] at least now i don't think it's required.It is for me cause that's how i keep my CDL with having to rent a trk to get the air brakes endorsment.I was told again this was yrs ago...

Before you go to Seville,get a contract from the owner and if you have questions get them answered before you go to Seville.I would spend some money and take a look at the trk your going to be driving,before you........ you get the idea.

I hope this link comes up,if not go to 11foot8.com on up tube.

I have found for myself and fellow long term expeditors,the hobbies on the road are very helpful to myself and my drivers.I am glad Leo brought it up cause it think it goes to the lifestyle people talk about.I do have alot of places i look forward eating at on the road,however i don't consider...

Along with the ones mentioned,J on front st and 435 K.C.

I have 5ft of door space,trk came with a accubuilt top.In the 16 months i've had it i've only had 9 loads that wouldn't have fit into a stock e250 ford van,and 2 of the 9 would have fit if ya broke the skid down.I think the Spinter has more then 5ft and there longer,just wondering how the extra...

You got the comfort inn,the closest to the panther campus.Tell them your there for panther and i think it's 50 a night,they have a van they will take ya over there and pick you up.I think the motel 8 is a bit cheaper down by the trk stops were i76 and i71 meet.

Don't know about A.Z but in I.L you can get a CDL with a Hazmat by taking a written test and a ride around the block in the van.That lic wil let ya drive anything under 16,000 GVW,ya can take that and run a van yours or someone who's leased to a carrier and see if you want to continue to upgrade...

If your able,get a cheap van and try it 6 months or better yet drive for someone for 6 months.I being at this for 8yrs wouldn't put four trks on if ya gave them to me,the way my last 3 months have been.

Are there E.S teams that made the transition to o/o? if so and you didnt't go broke or get divorced ya did alright.

If your gonna be over 10,000 pounds i too would suggest a c unit,however i would get one with a gvw around 25,999 no air brakes,and one that can haul 10,000 pounds.If you team you really open up your freight options even with a smaller load capacity and your plates are cheaper,in my state i.l by...

The D will give you more freight options,if your running solo your at a disadvantage.

This is a great topic and one that newbies who run single should look at as much as the truck they buy,what carrier they run for,its a big part of the job.I love to read so bookstores are one of the first places i look for,i try to get to state parks and hike the trails[gotta watch your...

You mentioned your an employee not a o/o i take that as you drive for a o/o and the truck is leased to panther,in that instance you should talk to the truck owner about getting set up for a load.Like Dave said you really need to think past were your current load is taking you so you can get...

The phone,keeping warm,freight lanes,will come with time.You will get alot of good ideas [already have] and some will work for you and some won't.I think your relationship or agreement with your o/o will be the most important point to address.I hope you have your agreement in writing,if not...

Well said,hope for the best plan for the worsted.It's gotten tough,when i started in 1999 i had a gas van at the time and was paying between 74-89 cents a gallon depending what state i was in.I mention this because for me,you have to move to were the freight is alot more with a van.The sur...

Yeah,i think 1,300 is a better number for a weekly gross.I think you also have to plan [financially] for a breakdown down,not that there not dependable but if you do have a case were you have one it will take you longer to get back on the road along with it being more expensive for parts.I guess...

Do you use half inch plywood?

In a van your limited to how much you can haul so were you end up is important factor in making your choice,the day of the week is another, and your pu time and del time,oh and make sure you look at the del date.How much it pays is a obvious one,the others my not be.

What will you be driving? and were do you live.