If I was American and didn't have my own gig going. I'd be on that like white on rice.
Your business is continental USA to Alaska and back, right?
Running produce to Alaska
Discussion in 'Refrigerated Trucking Forum' started by vikingswen, Feb 15, 2014.
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Sorry to hear about your going out of business Vikingswen! You only have one body though and that is most important! As rough as the road is up there, I can understand not chancing continuing to run that route. It was good to meet you that one time at the Canada port of entry coming back from Alaska! Wish we would of had more time to talk. I would love to know how you set up your truck to handle the extreme cold temps up there in the winter.
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I have an Anderson plug on the truck and trailer and can hook them together with a heavy jumper cable in case I would loose an alternator on either one. My reefer only gets fueled in Alaska in the wintertime to have Number1 fuel in it. I never add any fuel additives to truck or trailer and I never had an issue with gelling fuel.
I carry survival gear in the winter with me in case I would roll truck on its side and none of the engines could be run. I found some boots that are designed for working on the North slope that are rated to -100. AirForce survival mittens that are four layers and a good insulated suit.
I think the biggest thing is preventive maintenance. Anything that is not a 100 percent gets replaced. it is a lot easier to fix or change a part at home than on the side of the road. the Yukon is my nemesis for sure and it always gets me in the coldest trips. Multiple blown airbags on trailer, failed air dryer and lots of flat tires. I carry tons of parts and tools that have gotten me out of a pinch on multiple occasions.HopeOverMope, fireba11, Oxbow and 7 others Thank this. -
Ever think about putting a driver in it..?
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I have watched other companies with drivers on this run and maintenance and accidents are high. I will say nobody will care for the equipment the same than the guy that has his name on the door. Right now the truck is tore down and going through the spring cleaning. The rear frame paint got redone, brakes are washed out and checked, new mudflap hangers tail lights and license plate brackets, aluminum polisher will come next weekend and start polishing. By the time it is set and done I will have spent three grand on it. If the equipment sells it's fine if not I will keep it and work it a bit here and there.fargonaz, Jrdude5, Panhandle flash and 3 others Thank this. -
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