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    Thanks EO

    Very grateful I took the advice of folks on this forum, began driving for an O/O before making the plunge as an O/O. I learned quite a bit driving for two other O/O in a year that allowed me to overcome many of the pitfalls a newbie makes. Reviewing previous posts on this forum has been quite a...
  2. J

    Diesel fuel, price versus cost

    I’ve been following the formula Leo posted over the past few months and it’s finally got to the point that I understand it and realizing a savings doing so. It has become second nature when planning route, doing necessary paperwork and consider where I may need to refuel including where is...
  3. J

    Cabover

    I've only driven two Century classes during my time as an expeditor. I would appreciate input listing similarities and differences between Century or other type class 8 versus cab over. I realize one can mount a larger box with cab over. Larger box means more loads are available. Thanks
  4. J

    Rookie Report

    Well I’m fast approaching 2 months as a D solo driver and loving it all. Been busy most of the time with some good quality runs along the way including an enjoyable run to Canada. Before I started driving for O/O I read and was advised many valid points from this group and all seem to be right...
  5. J

    Rookie Season

    March 24 my career as a truck driver began with O/O picking me and my ton of stuff. I was ready for every possible condition minus the dog sled. We headed to Bordentown and shortly after got dispatched to pick-up in MD for delivery near Mobile, AL. Had a great time grinding gears all the way to...
  6. J

    For the Long Haul

    This article appeared today in EO and I was wondering do many drivers use such as a reference tool? Thanks By Land Line Feb 23, 2005, 14:32 Professional truck drivers are expected to know and follow the laws in each state. Off the network of interstates, truckers can’t roll one mile...
  7. J

    CPA or PA in NJ

    I'm looking for a CPA PA in NJ and was hoping some of the NJ members can shed light on who they use and if they are comfortable with their chose. Thanks
  8. J

    REPO Links

    Can folks please post link(s) where one can get information on straight trucks? Thanks
  9. J

    HAZMAT Debacle

    The 3 NJ locations contracted for collection of fingerprints and fees are not up and running. TSA vendor is Integrated Biometric Technology who contracted out to Examination Management Services, Inc to collect fingerprints and fees. One location doesn’t have the equipment even installed as yet...
  10. J

    Dream Truck

    Here's a chance to build a dream truck from the ground up with all the bells and whistles, if that is what you want. Be as creative as you like, so where do we start? Happy Holidays
  11. J

    Just starting out

    Making a career change am leaning toward expediting with a straight truck. Been reading this list and others gathering a ton of worth while information. Have spoken to FedEx recruiter and currently studying for CDL license. I spoke with O/O today who has straight truck contract with FedEx and is...
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