1. freightwipper

    freightwipper Road Train Member

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    Hazmat due to gasoline in the car! :rolleyes:

    Guess I might need hazmat signs posted all over my bobtail truck due to that darn diesel I'm hauling around in my fuel tanks! LMAO! :cool:
     
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  3. Klimek Transportation

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  4. Klimek Transportation

    Klimek Transportation Bobtail Member

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    Thanks for your help. Honestly, I never knew that it was going to be so tough starting out as the small guy hauling one car at a time, not making a lot of money at first. It's really weird because I figured that all of this money would just fall in to my lap the first day I opened my doors for business. I also thought that I wouldn't have to work hard, and that everything would be handed to me. Boy was I wrong. I'm now learning that I am responsible for maintaining my business records, insurances, registrations, medical certification, legal fees, vehicle maintenance, maintenance for a 1-car trailer, for starters. Oh, and I have a child to consider in all of this too. I'm so grateful for your remarks because you probably saved me from making the worst decision of my life.
     
  5. Terry270

    Terry270 Road Train Member

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    I can't tell if that was sarcasm or not. But you're welcome. I didn't say anything that wasn't true.

    Oh and btw, if you would like advice on how to get into the business with around the same startup cost but actually have a chance of making a living then you're in the right place.
     
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  6. Klimek Transportation

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    I was only half sarcastic. I am thankful for any help I can get but I'm also very aware how difficult this industry is. Driving is what I love (and miss) and I am tired of working for someone else. It's time for a career change and I'm hoping this will be it. I like to call this my "trial phase." I don't owe anyone money for anything at this point so if it doesn't work for me then I can liquidate and walk away at a minimum loss.
     
  7. Terry270

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    I was in your shoes exactly 4 years ago. Wasted my money and time on a dually and 4 car trailer for 2 years. Thankfully I at least had enough sense to buy a used one. My advice would be starting with a pre EGR tractor and 4-7 car trailer depending on your budget. And unless you have a few customers already, you will take a loss doing enclosed.
     
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