A bit of advice

Don't need a that, have 10 grand laying around, u can do external stuff, leave internal stuff to a mechanic

 

Don't need a degree. Go work in a truck repair shop for 6 months and you will learn everything you need

 

Anything outside the engine just requires the right size wrench and a bit of muscle to break bolts loose. And a fat wallet for overpriced parts.... U definatly dont need a degree to work on these things... id recommend studying up on whichever engine platform ur truck is using and really understand how the engine and emissions systems work together and the parts that contribute to these systems... u will be able to diagnose alot of stuff yourself....

 

I thought about taking a Cummins mechanic course too. Learning how to program ECM alone would be something I would not mind to spend money on. If someone has little exposure to inside of engines and how to work on inframes then these classes could be of some value.
But these courses take time and require presence onsite. I think they are located somewhere in Pennsylvania.
I may be too old for a life in dormitory. LOL

 

A business degree isn’t really needed, actually I discourage someone from getting one because the instructors usually put ideas in your head that doesn’t work and can lead to failure.

 

As far as wrenching on the truck, use a mechanic when you don’t think you can do the job.

Never start a job then take your mess to a shop, they hate that & will charge more for it. Start with small stuff and work your way up. Learn as you go. I did it this way. I still won’t open the engine up or anything like that. I leave real stuff to a trained and experienced mechanic.

i guess you would say i have learned enough to be a good parts changer lol.

As far as leasing up vs. flat out O/O with your own authority, i’d suggest lease up first. Give it a go leased up for a little bit, then make the switch when you feel ready.

you will have less overhead while leased up & since you are just stating out, this is a good thing.

new entrant insurance can be $20,000 plus for the first year. Being leased up means you only need “Bob Tail” insurance which is only a couple hundred a month. It’s a safer way to get your feet wet.

 

Where do you live?

How much do you have saved?

I agree with Ridgeline that schooling is overrated but I do appreciate your drive and eagerness to learn. That’s invaluable.

I never went to college and barely graduated high school, yet I’m a member of the esteemed TTR millionaires club.

 

Well you have got me beat. I barely got my GED in prison. Ha Ha Always say I went to Penn State when they ask what school I went to.

A lot of common sense and willingness to work is all you really need. If you have 30K after you got a truck I say go on your own and learn the ropes. I had hardly any truck experience and did ok starting out. The business side was easier for me.