For me personally, it's simply a matter of getting the address first. http://www.aa.org/lang/en/subpage.cfm?page=28 The above link will...
Embarrassed to be a truck driver? Not just no, but Hell No! I get paid to drive around! And have you seen my truck? I love driving that old...
I've always looked at like this- If they are the ones signing the checks and it's their name on the trucks, they have the prerogative of running...
Good Question. If you know you are going to be in a certain town, you can call the local AA hotline/helpline. Tell them you are looking for a...
With all things being equal (and they're not) I have to admit that the feeling you get from passing a string of trucks going up a hill while...
I'm going to assume the truck is broken down. Best bet might be calling around to some local hotshot company. Load your truck onto the trailer...
Hmmm...Let's see. .30 + per mile @ 3000 miles per week = $900 with a bonus, get around $1200 per week then take out taxes and expenses...
You should be fine. If your training, then your probably in a newer truck. Most likely it has been regularly maintained. That was not the case...
The phone charger shouldn't be a problem, but careful on the dome light. If the batteries are crap, you may be looking for a jump start in the...
Your not too far from PA, go talk to the guys running the water trucks for the wells. Oilfield driving is probably the best experience for a new...
All older trucks are money pits. It just depends on how deep you dig it. Im a believer in old iron, but go in with your eyes open. My truck...
That depends entirely upon who you are working for. Some companies haul 99% pipe, others haul whatever they can find. Usually lots of miles,...
Im going to assume you are talking about the engine bearings (rods, main and cam) and oversimplify it. Your engine bearings are specially sized...
I don't have too much experience as a company driver, so take this for what it's worth. They will not allow you time for traffic and stuff. They...
Depends on where he's located. If he's in an area where drivers are in demand, he should be able to get hired on. North Dakota and South Texas...
Rush truck center in OKC is a joke. Period. I'll buy parts there, but they will Not lay a hand on my truck. Got quoted $375 for an overhead...
Short reply - Not Enough!!!!:biggrin_2552: Now, separating the income (gross/expenses/Net after tax/household takehome/ household expenses) is...
My $.02 is go with a composite 50' step, w/ sliding axle. Then invest in some good aluminum ramps which will double as a riser. Add in the...
My buddy and I were hauling pumping units down to south TX ( 1 pump=2 trucks) . He had the stepdeck on that trip and the company was in the habit...
I drag a 3 axle rgn and a 50 ft slide axle stepdeck. I book most of my own loads and am able to average anywhere from $4000 to $9000 gross per...