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Whats missing on this FIRST TIME O/O PREtrip LIST???----------------------------

Discussion in 'Ask An Owner Operator' started by buddyvuk, Jun 5, 2013.

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  1. Jun 5, 2013 #1
    buddyvuk

    buddyvuk Medium Load Member

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    So I am just waiting for my authority and slowly getting ready to hit the road .
    Items listed bellow is what I have done so far . What do you recommend adding to the list to make my life easier out there????? Thanks in advance! . ... (small things I rather buy now so I am not buying stuff at truckstops)


    Truck/Trailer

    1. fresh Dot Inspection
    2. Dyno
    3. Oil change
    4. Alignment
    5. Balanced tires
    6. belts , wiring, filters changed
    7.Flushed radiator and installed manual fan switch
    8. Fully checked the truck-Trailer ( MNDRIVER LIKE U TOLD ME) with my friend who is mechanic and greased everything.
    9. Restart ECM
    10. Changed oil on reefer unit plus inspection
    11. Got that spare tire ready on trailer
    12. Logo design on truck/trailer
    13. Full detail wash out


    Tools, Business and food stuf:

    1. Randy Mcnally 720
    2. Tool box + tire t.flash light , etc......
    3. extra lights, zipt ties, airlines, glue, duct tape,
    4. Fridge , Microwave ,water purification system
    5. Laptop , cell phone , bluetooth , calculator etc..
    6. Mattress, sleeping bag , blankets , Pillow
    7. Hygiene stuff
    8. Stove for cooking + groceries
    9 . Power Inverter
    10. Scanner , office organizer with folders and junk to stay organized
    11. Internet with hotspot unlimited internet and texts, and minutes :)
    12. Cleaning supplies
    13. NASTC Fuel card, Safety program and more , OOIDA Insurance + membership + 700 dollar towing coverage :biggrin_25520:
    14.Quicenkbook accounting software
    15. Dog food for Buddy and fake cni dog vest so i can take him everywhere indoor when its hot since we dont have apu and i dont like to idle :) LOL!
    16. 45lb dumbells to stay fit .

    NO-CB


    Once I make some $ I will change oil in all differentials, do Overhead .. alsoo I will get Rebel Tune and install trailer sideskirts , front bumper lip , better muffler . reefer unit fan clutch.

    what do you guys think?

    PLEASE DONT WRITE CRAP LIKE PORN AND GUN TO KILL MY SELF OR BOTTLE OF ASPIRIN AND COOLANT TO DRINK,, act grown up .... LOL
     
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  3. Jun 5, 2013 #2
    buddyvuk

    buddyvuk Medium Load Member

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    O yeah and one more thing ......... N o c h e a p f r e i g h t !
     
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  4. Jun 5, 2013 #3
    Balakov100

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  5. Jun 5, 2013 #4
    buddyvuk

    buddyvuk Medium Load Member

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    i have talk to many people and thought about it too...i honestly think skirts are better

    but then again who knowsss
     
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  7. Jun 5, 2013 #5
    snowwy

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    good luck with that one. and the rand. :biggrin_255:
     
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  8. Jun 5, 2013 #6
    Truck-N-Tech

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    Check out your plan on you cell phone. If it allows unlimited data, you can get a phone that makes it's own WIFI hot spot for you. Just turn on the phone's WIFI, then log onto it with your laptop. That way you can get rid of any other internet service, and save a few bucks.
     
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  9. Jun 5, 2013 #7
    mp4694330

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    Can I ask why no CB?
     
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  10. Jun 5, 2013 #8
    G/MAN

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    You need to get a Rand McNally truckers atlas, even though you have a gps. You also need to buy a CB. Whether you want to use it or not, some shippers call you on the CB. Having a CB can also alert you to what is happening on the road ahead, such as a wreck, snow or ice. A CB can help you find ways around both.
     
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  11. Jun 5, 2013 #9
    flyingmusician

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    no #### lol he's going to need a backup for that 720 if it's anything like the 710 was......makes a nice paperweight at the house though

    funny how that atlas never freezes, never forgets where it is, and doesn't have junk for a power cable that wore out after less than a year.....and that I didn't see one on his list of equipment. recipe for disaster an expensive toy and no atlas
     
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  12. Jun 5, 2013 #10
    MJ1657

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    I would add a good push broom.

    I have two questions.
    Water purification system? Plan on roughing it out in the woods or something?????:biggrin_255:

    No cb? I think thats a bad idea. They can be a real time saver if youre stuck in an accident zone and a real help if youre lost or have a light out etc....
     
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