I'm one of those guys based out of California and very aware of the Carb issues. What many don't realize is the new engines not only run cleaner...
I pull a refer out of California, mostly produce going east and frozen coming back.
I hear a lot of wisdom in this thread. As you know I'm a new comer but an old fart. Money management has always been a big deal with me, and you...
Have a question for you. Since you wish to run all 48 will you consider a company out of the west coast?
I have always been number cruncher to some degree, mother was an accountant, but I'm certainly not. I just shut it down for Christmas and catch up...
Im a retired truck mechanic and now OO. I would think it would depend on your particular situation. Im runny all 48, I dont want a lot of down...
I havent posted anything on the board for some time. Im a relatively new OO about a year and half now. Retired truck mechanic turned OO. It...
From what you have said there is no reason for you not to pursue a career in trucking. If you can handle it go through a good truck school and...
Well Im a little different, I spent most of my life working on trucks and just a few years driving back in the early 70s. I retired from working...
Just a thought, I was taught a lot differently. I float the gears meaning that I never use the clutch once the truck starts moving. Yes it takes a...
Ralffers Im a new OTR driver and I have hooked up with an owner operator and we are running team together. Now you may have some physical issues...
Just something to think about. Your truck is going to need regular preventive maintenance as well as any repairs needed. Wouldn't it be better to...
Well hell Medicinman I am a rookie, now what are us old rookies suppose to do. That brings up another question, I know we didn't run that trip...
In all fairness to this guy he was called up at the last minute as I was. I didn't smell beer on him and he sure didn't seem to be intoxicated and...
I was once told the art of diplomacy is to be able to call someone an ### . and have them thank you for it. Over the years I had many drivers and...
Here again all the information given has been appreciated. Friday evening I get a phone call, wanting to know if I would like to run a trip from...
You know these tidbits of information that you guys are sharing are very good and can help any of us coming into the industry to start off with a...
Miget I caught something in your post, you said "I have an attitude problem" I'm a retired truck mechanic that ran a large shop for many years. I...
Personally I wouldn't go to a 15, remember the idea is to get the optimum fuel air mixture, not see how much juice you can poor into the engine....
