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Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by soupsandwich, Mar 30, 2013.

  1. Clasix1055

    Clasix1055 Even when I'm wrong I'm right

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    A. Get off Craigslist ...

    B. CRST may not be the best gig for you ... You have to be well aware of different aspects of trucking in order to be sucessful there....I think you may get lost in the system and ..... well start posting how that was another mistake made

    ..... Yeah..... Good luck
     
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  3. losttrucker

    losttrucker Road Train Member

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    You'd be better off with another company off CL then go to CRST!!
     
  4. Powder Joints

    Powder Joints Subjective Prognosticator

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    Good Luck with Crst. Post back were curious. As far as mileage I have a DD15 thats setup for 600hp, Its mileage at 1300 13th hole stays about 6.8 -7.2 and I run loaded 90% 79,900.

    Watch the tire pressure I run 110 lbs, Try to get the tiing down on signals to avoids stops, take your time getting up to speed, and try running a gear thats not maxed out when pulling hills.
     
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  5. rank

    rank Road Train Member

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    It's not easy building a business without any customers or contacts that you know. You're lucky you have capital/income to keep you going. When you first start out you're basically feeling your way around in a dark room. You can try to vet them and credit check but some may fall through the cracks. Maybe look into a credit service. At least sign up with a reputable Transcore load board like Trucker's Edge or something like it. With Truckers Edge, I get a credit score and a `Days to Pay`history for the broker.

    Thanks for posting your mistakes. Most people wouldn't. I`m sure you`ve helped someone.
     
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  6. soupsandwich

    soupsandwich Bobtail Member

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    ill keep you guys updated #### 600hp makes my heart flutter thinking of that power..
     
  7. oscar2011

    oscar2011 Bobtail Member

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    tumbs Up.:idea::idea::idea::idea:
     
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  8. soupsandwich

    soupsandwich Bobtail Member

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    quick update im signed on with crst now pulled my first coil love it...........
     
  9. Oscar the KW

    Oscar the KW Going Tarpless

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    You didn't know that in 2007 all the truck makers switched over to gas instead of diesel? Lol
     
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  10. Hammer166

    Hammer166 Crusty Information Officer

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    Just remember to not let them run you. You have to pay attention and know what loads to take. Don't just jump at the first thing they offer unless you know it's a good thing. Learn to work their system to your advantage, don't let them use you to theirs. Talk to the oldtimers that have been with Malone forever, build relationships and soak up everything you can!

    Best of luck!
     
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  11. soupsandwich

    soupsandwich Bobtail Member

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    Yeah I believe they are already taking advantage of me gave me 1.25 from birminingham, al to okc but I got a new trailer out of the deal. Then deadheaded for a good load but not worth the 9 hours of deadhead. They gave me fuel to get there and that was it but I'm under a decent load now and I'm picking the rest from here on out.
     
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