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  1. Jan 2, 2009 #1
    Mortar Man

    Mortar Man Road Train Member

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    to pull a frameless enddump I am taking a poll please give comments the trucks listed are exact trucks I have. To pick from no others
    Truck specs listed below thanks for your partisipation

    Truck spec

    Both midroofs, cruise,jakes,windows


    1. 2007 pete 386
    450 cumins
    63 in bunk
    Rig master apu
    10 speed eaton
    miles 379,756
    Rear window (back of cab)
    White

    2. 2004 volvo 660
    60 in bunk
    450 cumins
    10 speed
    Tri pack apu
    Miles 405214
    Air ride front susp

    Thanks again
     
    Mortar Man, Jan 2, 2009
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  3. Jan 3, 2009 #2
    Mortar Man

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    ok new rule.......(s)

    Who cares what your pulling (trailer)

    Which truck would u rather drive if they are both clean and u had a choice

    Come on guys and gals weigh in
     
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  4. Jan 3, 2009 #3
    Road Dog

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    No comment on trailer type.If I were to buy a new truck it would be a KW T600 with a 600 Cat and 13 speed trans. 370 differential gears. Just my personal opinion.
     
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  5. Jan 3, 2009 #4
    WallyGator

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    volvo would be lighter.and in the dump world the lighter the truck the more money you will make..also check the wheel base as you must be long enough for the bridge laws in the areas you will run.both inner and outer length between wheels.trailer tandem to tractor tandem.and trailer tandem to center of steer axle. thats your inner and outer bridge.good luck with your choice of trailer.things are dead out there. Walt
     
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    WallyGator, Jan 3, 2009
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    Mortar Man Thanks this.
  7. Jan 3, 2009 #5
    Mortar Man

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    I was a volvolean but that was due to ride didn't consider weight
    The pete is the small 386

    The volvo is an old walmart truck out of Texas
    But u are right on the payload thing
    I am going to drive as a company driver on percentage for a company with little turnover these are the only 2 trucks that are empty they will give me choice on unit I pick
    I can go enddump or hopper

    Thanks walley

    Keep the votes coming in
     
    Mortar Man, Jan 3, 2009
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  8. Jan 3, 2009 #6
    Waterloo

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    Go for the weight, that is how you will make your money. That IS why we are out here is't it? To make MONEY?

    Mike
     
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  9. Jan 3, 2009 #7
    Mortar Man

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    in addition to my last post

    The PETE is supper nice also

    Both are set up the same as far as specs
    Color also same

    Vote ...........,
     
    Mortar Man, Jan 3, 2009
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  10. Jan 3, 2009 #8
    Mortar Man

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    thanks Waterloo

    That's right and on percentage I get paid by ton

    I am going to yard now
    I will post tar weights on each tractor shortly

    I just live 8 miles away
     
    Mortar Man, Jan 3, 2009
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  11. Jan 3, 2009 #9
    Waterloo

    Waterloo Medium Load Member

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    Hell, find a driver for the other truck and use em both! Then take your pick. More money, that is if the there is enough product available to keep two trucks running.

    If you only have one trailer, get another one. If you are in the right area you could probably rent one from one of the locals if you do some maint on it. You might be able to get one for nothing if you say, do a brake job to use it for a few months. What the hell, get creative!

    Need a driver? Look down the street for a farmer, or a couple of farmers, slip seat em and make some money! What the hell are they doing right now, drinking beer? And their wives would probably pay you to get them out of their hair!

    Just my .02

    Mike
     
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  12. Jan 3, 2009 #10
    Waterloo

    Waterloo Medium Load Member

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    I may not know much about trucking, and I don't, I hate to drive, even for more beer! But making money, you do what you got to do. It is now time to get creative!

    Mike
     
    Waterloo, Jan 3, 2009
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