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walking floor questions

Discussion in 'Questions To Truckers From The General Public' started by ridge rock, Jan 2, 2010.

  1. Jan 2, 2010 #1
    ridge rock

    ridge rock Bobtail Member

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    Hey guys
    I am not a trucker now but have been exposed to trucking my whole life. I currently own a small buisness and I'm looking to sell out due to the fact that I have an awesome opportunity with a local company to do all their hauling, problem is I have no idea how to come up with prices for a day cab and walking floor trailer. I also could use some info on who will finance me, Is there anyone out there giving loans to a new trucking company???? Any help on figures to help me price out loads would be appreciated.
     
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  3. Jan 3, 2010 #2
    Allow Me.

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    Are you sure you're ready to start this new venture? If someone offered you this deal and you don't know how to price out your services/equipment/loans etc., You need to investigate a lot more, right? But, you have to start somewhere, so, first off, price your equipment from a dealer to get ideas, such as new or used and requirements to get a loan. Then somehow, find out the going rates for the product you intend to haul. Will the shipper inform you or is it a bid type deal? Find out about insurance/registration/permits etc. Is it possible to run a shift yourself and then hire a driver to run another shift if the operation is 24/7? :smt024
     
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  4. Jan 3, 2010 #3
    RickG

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    RickG, Jan 3, 2010
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    jtrnr1951 Thanks this.
  5. Jan 3, 2010 #4
    jtrnr1951

    jtrnr1951 Road Train Member

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    Recorded in 1941 by Ernest Tubb !!!!!!!!!!

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