Cat HP Question

This is true but finding a shop that will turn a motor up past the driveline components ratings can be a different story.

 

PDI or BullyDog is the answer to that. I would not wast my time or money getting a "factory" uprate.

 

That can be tough. One of the better co.s I worked for a friend that worked at a trailer dealership told me about. They used them to p/u used trailer that they bought. You might try asking around at some of the local repair shops and parts stores. If they have a good reputaion for paying thier bills they are probably a reputable company.

 

Also being form N.C. you might look into pulling containers. Not the most glamours of jobs but you can make money at it and they dont require a newer truck. I started out with Container Port Group.

 

When I run for CPG they were paying what most other long places were paying. I was averaging 1.18 a mile for all miles if I remember right and that was back in 03/04. I was running from Baltimore to Columbus. I live in the middle so I was home most everyday. You wont get rich doing it but it lets you get your foot in the door as a O/O. It can be a stepping stone.

 

WS does'nt have an age requirement,and ur already in the system and u know the lanes.I think when u go from company to O/O they help on ur tag the first yr.But to answer ur question.I have a 06 W9 with 475 C15,13sp,336 rears on LP24 tires and get 6.5 with WS,but I run 62 to 65.U know most of the time over here u dont have to rush,just b steady.Good Luck

 

Sounds like good advice.

 

I am from Mt. Holly and started doing rail containers in the Charlotte Area over 10 years ago. They don't pay very good and tear a truck up very fast.

Now I have had my own Authority for 9 years now and will not go back.