What if it Snows?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Dave_in_AZ, Mar 19, 2018.

  1. Rideandrepair

    Rideandrepair Road Train Member

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    It is funny to read, only because we’ve all said it more than once. He had a bad day. I’m sorry to hear that. But I can’t help but laugh, knowing exactly how he feels. That’s it!! I’ve had it!!!
     
  2. Rcranch81

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    So so sorry I know that day is coming with all the idiots on the rd I just hope it doesn’t break me... hang in there I am really trying to get my own authority and getting nervous need to get my black Betty making some money for momma
     
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    Did you let Sis give it hell yet?
     
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    She rode in the truck with me lol I tuned it to 515 hp and 1680tq so we had fun but when she was like 19 I tried to teach her to drive my stick 1973 super beetle which happens to be the world’s easiest stick shift to drive needless to say she never got the hang of it so she lives vicarious through me lol
     
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    Man took me 3 hours to get caught up on this thread I need to quit slacking lol
     
  7. Rcranch81

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    Anyone have some suggestions for me to get my own authority dos and donts welcome I’m so green at all this... work I got the will to get it done but my head is spinning with all this
     
  8. Dave_in_AZ

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    How long have you had your cdl? How many years experience?

    You're going to be looking down the gun barrel at maybe $15K to $18K year for insurance.

    Unless you have $40K ( cash ) after you get everything in place, think it over carefully.
     
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    Only had my class a for a yr but been driving truck on the farm for many yrs first rig was a double clutch it’s in my blood but on paper I know I look bad had my class b for 5 yrs drove school bus for two school districts
     
  10. Dave_in_AZ

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    It's just how the insurance game goes. Even with 10 years, the first year of a new authority is very expensive.

    You'll need money for fuel, repairs, your living expenses, until you get paid. 30 to 60 days.

    You'll want $40K cash on hand.