So I'm preparing for a pretty big cross country trip and had a couple of questions that needed answering.
1.- Where can I find a second driver?
(Is there a any website that help you find Co-Drivers when needed on a trip)
2.- Are any special permits needed/required by the second driver to operate my rig?
My rig is a non-commercial rig
3.- I know what a driver usually gets paid when they are using their own truck and fuel, but what about when I'm supplying everything?
Any help would greatly be appreciated.
Cross country trip and have a couple of questions
Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by JM Motors, Apr 30, 2012.
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First off is it that important that you need a second driver? There is no way i would jump in a truck with someone i did not know pretty well. That's taking a sizeable risk.
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Tampa (5/21) - New York - Toronto - Indianapolis - Kansas City - Santa Fe - Las Vegas - Los Angeles and back to Tampa (6/4)
So i would prefer to have someone that could help me, plus I'm not going to be in the rig the majority of the time. -
Also, how can I find out if my rig can make it pass the USA/CAN border due to its size?
The rig (Including car hauler) is 95ft long -
Try putting an ad under "transportation gigs" on craigslist. You might get some flakes though.
Even if there are no special requirements you should look for someone with a CDL. It won't guarantee they are professional but might get you a step closer.
I would figure out a flat rate for the whole trip, plus motel if needed. -
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Your not? Where are you going to be, on the catwalk? -
A little more information is required ... 95 feet? What the hell is it exactly you are moving, and why? There are temp agencies who provide qualified, verified drivers to "companies". I'm not sure if you're a company but the other thing is this rig is going to have to be properly licensed, permitted, insured, mechanically fit, etc
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The "rig" is 95' long and non-commercial ? Huh ? Assuming you have a sleeper, you could pay this driver about $125 a day or more. I'm retired and would do it for that, cash daily and if I lived where you do or close by. However, some would want more, so you will have to look around. Just be #### sure the guy you get isn't a flake, I would advise a retired truck driver who knows the ropes and has the time and doesn't need big time dollars to help you out.
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