Canada REPOST.. GIVIN it a go….

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REPOST.. GIVIN it a go….
My wife and I both drive a big truck and wish to make the move to a smaller more consolidated package. We both have 9 yrs as commercial drivers. What size box is recommended, weight limit recommended, axils, and so on. As we have been teaming in a relatively small sleeper without many of the amenities that would make life easier for my wife, I have agreed to spend a BIT more and get the 120,000†sleeper with whatever straight truck we get. We are willing to stay out for 4 to 6 weeks at a time. She’s Canadian; I’m American with Canadian residency. How is freight at this time? I tried to post a link to the truck we would like to buy, but my post was canned. This is the truck.


2007 FREIGHTLINER M2112

Sofa Bed, Goucho Bed, Work Station, Dinette, Shower, Porta Potti, Hot Water Tanks, 7.0 cu Fridge, Flat Screen TV's, Surround Sound Systems, In-Motion Satellite Systems, Stationary Satellite Systems,
Exterior Color: ANY AVAILABLE
Engine: MBE4000 450 Horse
Fuel Type: Diesel
Transmission: Autoshift
Transmission Make: Eaton Fuller
Sleeper Info: 120" All Aluminum Condo
Box Size: 20' Van Body with Barn Doors
Suspension: Air Ride
Axel Info: SINGLE/33,000 GVW
Wheels: ALUMINUM
Wheel Base: 300
Tire Size: 11R X 22.5

· Raised Roof Cab For Full Walk Thru Access, Fiberglass Condo Cap, Sliding Vent Windows, Stainless Steel Skirts, Full Air Ride Sleeper, Custom Oak Cabinets, Double Bunk Beds or Back Wall Cabinets, Accent Lighting Throughout. · 120" CONDO SLEEPERS MADE TO YOUR SPECS!!!!!! · Power Steering · Cruise Control · E-Trak · Air Conditioning · TV/VCR/DVD · Air Brakes · AM/FM/CD · CB Radio · Generator · Liftgate · Power Locks · Refrigerator · Satellite Radio · Tool Boxes · Microwave Oven · Reefer · Air Horns · Aluminum Tanks · Heated Mirrors · Bumper Lights · Jake Brake · Tilt


We use to do Toronto Ca. to LA in 2.5 days.
I’ve been reading posts for the last year or so. We are not looking to get rich, just pay the bills, have some luvin, and do some drivin in comfort. Just want some advice and or recomendations..


Thanks and safe ride,

The BIG C

 

[FIS53]

It seems to be a slow time in the business overall. Everything has taken a slowdown. This does not mean it's dead. I'm still doing not bad, down a little but still working.

The usually companies like K-Dac and Dec and Dynamex are keeping their straights running although I've been getting different reports as to ok or slow.

By the by the truck sounds good... so I hope you're on with someone good and make bucks. Remember to keep in contact with dispatch and make them aware you're alive and ready (don't ove do though).

Good luck Rob Fis

 

[cmd12345]

Thanks for the heads up Rob. And the info. We just want to start out proper and with a bang.

We thought a truck with a few more home comforts would pay off in the long run.

Thanks again,

Colin

 

[Lawrence]

I have not heard from a single Husband/Wife team in a straight truck that they are slow.

Please let us know what you decide.

Lawrence,
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