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Crete, from one red truck to another

Discussion in 'Crete' started by majestyk, Jul 11, 2011.

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  1. Feb 10, 2012 #281
    48Packard

    48Packard Ol' Two-stop Shag!

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    Well, I started my Crete adventure yesterday. Picked up an old Century (31nnn) at Greensboro. It's even got the old Qualcomm unit in it (the one with the small screen). But the truck was clean and everything worked, so after I gave it a good inspection, I grabbed an empty about 11AM and off I went. 80 miles DH, 803 loaded. Sitting in Rockford, IL right now after delivering this afternoon at 1500, waiting for the morning.

    Not thinking I'll have this truck very long. It's got 563000 miles on it. But it could have been far worse. I could have had to pick up the unit the driver I rode with in the rental car had to get. Older Prostar. Broken seat...back wouldn't lock in place, and the swivel mech wouldn't lock either. And not as clean as the one I got.

    Messages I have sent thus far have been answered quickly and efficiently. So, all in all, I'm off to a pretty decent start.
     
    48Packard, Feb 10, 2012
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  3. Feb 10, 2012 #282
    jmktrans

    jmktrans Bobtail Member

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    I'm thinking on coming back to crete on the weekly program. Just wondering if anybody knows if any one is getting decent miles on it. I live in nj. I see lots of trucks always in jersey. thanks for any info.
     
    jmktrans, Feb 10, 2012
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  4. Feb 11, 2012 #283
    majestyk

    majestyk Road Train Member

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    Good luck Packard. Can't say anything regarding the 6 day home program as I haven't spoken to anyone on it. I just know that it starts out at 0.04 less a mile which sucks.

    Managed to get a load yesterday that got me out of Fairburn down the road a bit. Picking up around noon today and heading to the WM DC in New London, KY. Not a lot of miles and can't deliver until after midnight but at least I am rolling. Looks like they are catching some real cold stuff up north now with a cold front rolling down from Canada. Hoping for a nice southern return run after this one:)
     
    majestyk, Feb 11, 2012
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  5. Feb 11, 2012 #284
    hindsy

    hindsy Road Train Member

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    Its snowing like its winter up here in Erie today. I ran to Tillsonburg Ontario last night and just missed this storm. I beat feet back to my yard and as I got home the snow started coming.
    Still debating on my next move. Got a local place that pays 12 an hr plus OT after 10 Hrs a day. They also run OTR but only start at. 31cpm it would bring me home weekly. Plus they'll work with me as the wife and I will be adding to the family. I wont miss that! Which also is why I need to make an actual living instead of 4 or less days driving.
     
    hindsy, Feb 11, 2012
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  7. Feb 11, 2012 #285
    Old MP

    Old MP Light Load Member

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    hindsy, you got to do what is right for both you and your family. discuss it thoroughly with your wife and come to a decision together. If you decide together you can get through anything together. Be safe and best wishes for your future.
     
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  8. Feb 11, 2012 #286
    48Packard

    48Packard Ol' Two-stop Shag!

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    Been in the wind and cold for two days...drove all morning into a dead headwind and wasn't even getting 5mpg! I'm in South Beloit, IL, heading for Piqua, OH.

    I'm on the national fleet, BTW. I've been staying out 18 to 24 at a time with Schneider, so I'm used to it.
     
    48Packard, Feb 11, 2012
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  9. Feb 12, 2012 #287
    majestyk

    majestyk Road Train Member

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    Week 30

    2/6-2/7 Hannibal, MO -- Meta, MO -- Waco, TX ---- 563/772
    2/7-2/9 Waco, TX -- Wilmer, TX -- Paris, TN -- Clarksville, TN -- Hermitage, TN -- Knoxville, TN ----- 1011 miles (+150 extra drop pay)
    2/9-2/10 Knoxville, TN -- Vonore, TN -- Fairburn, GA --- 207 miles
    2/10-2/12 Fairburn, GA -- Thomaston, GA -- London, KY --- 449 miles
    2/12 London, KY -- Burnside, KY -- Knoxville, TN -- Concord, NC -- (43/398 )
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    Week 30 = 2273 miles (+150 extra drop pay)

    Well #### what was looking to be a real promising week at the beginning kind of fizzled out. The extra drop pay makes up for a little of the pain but stuck today in New London, KY with no loads until tomorrow for a nice wasted day. Picking up tomorrow at the charcoal plant in Burnside, KY and heading toward NC for a decent run to start the week off. At least the weather is pleasant here today and I got some decent BBQ so just have to accept what is and relax for the remainder of the day.

    Miles update:
    week 1 = 3124 mi
    week 2 = 3067 mi
    week 3 = 2946 mi (with 34 hr reset)
    week 4 = (Aug 8-14) = 0 home time
    week 5 = 1810 miles (2 days home)
    week 6 =3184 miles
    Week 7 =1396 miles (3 days home)
    Week 8 =2535 miles+ 65.00 extra pay (1 day home)
    Week 9 =2500 miles (1 day at home)
    Week 10 =3161 miles + 35.00 short haul
    Week 11 =3056 miles +35.00 short haul
    Week 12 =1054 miles (4 days home)
    Week 13 =3073 miles +100 NYC pay
    Week 14 = 2625 miles (with 34 hour reset)
    Week 15 = 1560 miles (3 days home)
    Week 16 = 2420 miles (1 day home)
    Week 17 = 2034 miles (1 day broke down, 1 day sitting)
    Week 18 = 2920 miles
    Week 19 = 697 miles (5 days off)
    Week 20 = 2785 miles (+100 NYC)(1/2 day off)
    Week 21 = 2319 miles (35.00)(1 day off reset at home)
    Week 22 = 3319 miles
    Week 23 = 2221 miles (+35.00) (2 days off)
    Week 24 = 1288 (3 days home)
    Week 25 = 2184 miles (2 days home)
    Week 26 = 3038 miles
    Week 27 = 3290 miles
    Week 28 = 1713 miles (2 days off home)
    Week 29 = 2087 miles + 30.00 drop pay (2 days home)
    Week 30 = 2273 miles (+150 extra drop pay)
     
    Last edited: Feb 12, 2012
    majestyk, Feb 12, 2012
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  10. Feb 12, 2012 #288
    Livininabox

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    maj call burnside they will load you early if load isn't ready (most are preloaded). mine was not ready but they loaded me today in under 20 minutes. was scheduled to be loaded tommorow 1000.
     
    Livininabox, Feb 12, 2012
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  11. Feb 12, 2012 #289
    majestyk

    majestyk Road Train Member

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    Thanks bro I will give them a ring.
     
    majestyk, Feb 12, 2012
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  12. Feb 12, 2012 #290
    majestyk

    majestyk Road Train Member

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    Well no dice but made it here anyway so should be able to get loaded early and head on down to Knoxville for the additional p/u.
     
    majestyk, Feb 12, 2012
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