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Wannabe Owner Operator

Discussion in 'The Welcome Wagon' started by Hardhead, Mar 24, 2011.

  1. Mar 24, 2011 #1
    Hardhead

    Hardhead Bobtail Member

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    Hello everyone, well I been driving about 15 years. Worked for companies,and pulled conatiners for other owners. Now I think I will give it a shoot, be an Owner Operator. I am sure it is a big difference. I am now driving for a company that has Orange truckes and trailers. :biggrin_25512:
     
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  3. Mar 24, 2011 #2
    Lilbit

    Lilbit Road Train Member

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    Welcome to the party!

    Wander in to our Owner Operator section, you'll find lots of useful info there!
     
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  4. Mar 24, 2011 #3
    G/MAN

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    Do you plan on leasing to Schneider?
     
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  5. Mar 24, 2011 #4
    Hardhead

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    Maybe I preferred containers . And they do have a containers devision In Savannah.
     
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  7. Mar 25, 2011 #5
    G/MAN

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    If I were you I would decide what I wanted to pull before I go out and buy a truck. Most containers don't pay that well. I would hate to have to deal with the ports on a daily basis. I occasionally pull a container, but the rates are worth it. Most tend to be cheaper than other types of freight. It is worth more money just to put up with all the BS at some of the ports. We all have our preferences. You have enough experience to know what you want to do. I would suggest that you run the numbers before making a decision. Find your break even point on a truck and match that against what a carrier is paying and see how the numbers look.
     
    G/MAN, Mar 25, 2011
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  8. Mar 25, 2011 #6
    Gears

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    Welcome to the forum. Of course research is going to allow you to make a more educated decision. I wish you the best and let us know if you have questions!
     
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