Which companies are still running 70+?

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  1. Workinonit

    Workinonit Bobtail Member

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    I run for Yanke in Saskatoon. They turn us all down to 57MPH including o/o's We loose a few miles but make it up in fuel savings. From 62 down to 57 gives us an added 4/10 of a MPG. I also remember the days running single Victoria to Halifax in 4.5 days, no sleep, crappy food, poor equipment. Now I get regular sleep, safer conditions and more money in my pocket.
     
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  3. NC_38Special

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    Here's one that you might want to try...http://www.bcjtrucking.com. Their trucks run at least 68mph. Or call 800-237-4634 and talk to Dena in Safety. They're based in Mt. Airy. It can't hurt to ask.
     
  4. Rug_Trucker

    Rug_Trucker Road Train Member

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    I wonder if they are compensating Dick Feller, and Jerry Reed for their song rights?
     
  5. Trouble65

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    Our trucks used to run 70Mph. New law in Ontario Canada forced all trucks going through the province down to 62Mph.
     
  6. Allow Me.

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    Guess these guys wouldn't have been too happy during the mid 70's when the national speed limit was 55 and a ton of companies had their trucks governed at 53. Can you say "slow go"?
     
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  7. musicmaker

    musicmaker Medium Load Member

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    I drive for a flatbed co in the midwest and ours run 74, no qualcom or any other recorders
     
  8. claredog1

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    Killroy I see you haul tankers. Do you have any info on dana or superior. I had my own truck in the past but think I will hire on as a co driver to start then maybe get a truck once again. I have been working local but it has been slow. I have been told by a few o/o that they clear. $2 to 4000 a week after expenses do you have any input on that number?
     
  9. longtall1960

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    amen I so remember those days.
     
  10. vaughncanter

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  11. Markvfl

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    I never thought much about it. That kinda running was normal. I started in 1975 when I was 16 and never logged for at least the 1st 5 or 6 years. But this might explain why I'm 52 and on my 3rd heart attack, not to mention tired all the time! :biggrin_2556: The good 'ol days weren't that #### great. Just the money was better. Lots better.
     
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