The journey begins - purchased a truck.

Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by blairandgretchen, Dec 10, 2014.

  1. 062

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    That’s what I figured on the switch, but wasn’t sure. I had to replace one a year ago and all they had was 70# switches. Funny thing is it trips at 90.
    My chicken lights are on a fuse behind the speedo.
     
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  3. fortycalglock

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    You’re killing it. Congrats. That’s a strong start in the slow season.
     
  4. Old Man

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    I usually don’t post my numbers but Blair out did me for February.

    total revenue $0. Total miles 0

    I converted my wires to the air switches to blade type because I was expecting to change them again but to my surprise they lasted 2 years plus.
    Those little screws are hard to put in when you wear tri focal’s .
     
  5. Tug Toy

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    Boy our numbers have always been close to each other and that holds true today but I definitely worked a lot more than you this year for the same or a little less revenue. I’ve literally worked 20 days each of the 2 months.

    Good job my friend!

    Maybe I should get me a big ol truck?
     
  6. blairandgretchen

    blairandgretchen Road Train Member

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    1999 Freightliner FLD 120

    Here’s a great starter truck for anybody bored enough to read this thread and go this route.
     
  7. FoolsErrand

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    Ha! I saw the pic and said man that looks like the flats of holyoke, glad i got the hell outta there. Its a great place to get stabbed or buy heroin.
     
  8. RoadHoundCPL

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    How are y'all doing during this crazy time
     
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  9. RStewart

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    No change from my perspective.
     
  10. Big_D409

    Big_D409 Medium Load Member

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    Still business as usual. Had customer load a few extra trailers incase they get mandated to shut down.

    Delivered auto parts to Dana/Jeep in Toledo yesterday. The workers went home as of Wednesday. Skeleton crew for inbound/outbound loads, but nothing being built according to the remaining employees and letters scattered about.

    Going to service my reefer when I get in. Stage that for the local freezers. Flatbed gets loaded with lumber Wednesday.

    These past few weeks have been great for me, but fiancé had their work close up till the 30th and same with few close friends and neighbors.

    My college roommate said Lockheed Martin is having folks work from home or urging them to take vacation time.
     
  11. Tropsnart

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    NY governor just ordered 100% of non essential employees to stay home effectively closing most businesses.
     
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