Expediter interview and van walk through. Expediter Sleeper
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- Опубликовано: 14 июл 2018
- This is a interview I did with a customer after I finished installing his rooftop A/C and Maxxair fan. He is going to give you his opinion on the expediting industry. Along with some pros and cons in his experience over his first 6 months.
I like the false wall and how the bed folds up! That is mighty creative !
It was good to hear you mentioning about other vehicles emitting bad fumes into your vehicle. 👍
Depend where you park ..
I love the way you have your bed thanks for the idea
Definitely my retiree job. I want to travel whole states before I die. Love u veterans❤❤
this was an amazing tour. thank you for sharing!
Thanks for sharing this I'm trying to start in the industry so I really appreciate you making this video
Nicest van build for expediting lifestyle. Thanks for the advice and safe safe out there.
That is a seriously well equipped van. Sweet!
Great vid, I am getting ready to do this, I am watching every vid I can before I become an owner operator.
Excellent build....Great ideas..
You're very decent person thank you very much for those information please be safe see you in the next video
Good job you have done on this van
I like the partition. Great idea.
love the van ... super functional and practical!
Golden nugget advice at the end there. Leaving your van in an active city with loads always being pumped out... That's good
Best van I ever saw!Awesome !
Love this build .. I always wondered how I can haul my catering and separate living Area👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
My Promaster 1500 136" wb (two sliding side doors) has 2 E Tracks on the floor and one on each rear wall, as well as an AC/Heat unit hanging from the ceiling near the rear doors. I think it may have been used for catering! There is enough room to slide the food carriers, strap them in and have your living space behind the front seats. The foldup divider and foldup bed are genius solutions as well!
Wow so happy I seen this , great layout
Love Red's work
Amazing build,wish I could bring my car to you.
Smart and a lot of experience to learn from
I love that fan !! Great idea !!
Wow great video guys looks great chris! Nice work eric
jamie bennett thanks
GREAT INFO.. GREAT IDEA... park and fly
Thanks for that great advice. I am in west palm beach florida. I didn't know freight isn't coming in or out of florida. Also, park my van in a hot spot and fly back to florida, then fly back to the Hotspot
Excellent set up!
Absolutely fantastic build! I have learned SOOO much!@!
Nice video,giving me great ideas for my promaster
This is a brilliant van!👍
I've been doing this for a few months now, have a 2018 Promaster and have been averaging 2-3 weeks out and a week home. Im also an O/O making plenty and it's nice to travel as well as be my own boss etc. Have a folding cot with a nice comfortable mattress that rolls up, have usually canned foods, bread and pb/ jelly and lunch meat etc.. saves on costs as well as no need for hotels.
How much are you grossing per week?
If you need a weekly paycheck this isn't the job for you. You have good weeks where you may gross (that's before expenses) $5k+ and there's other weeks you may not even get a load (but you still have your fixed expenses to pay). You can average gross $80k+ depending on you, the company, the area, the loads, the price, etc. Grossing $100k is not out of the question if you are a decent runner.
Contact some expedite companies and ask for fleet owners looking for drivers.
I am AZ driver but I want this job please help me how can I find
On time express Livonia Michigan. Tell them I sent you good luck. I'm going back to the oilfield and putting money in my pocket instead of my gas tank. Fuel is destroying freight.
Very nice build my friend
Bubba LowBuck thanks
Looks good! Thumbs up from Dublin (Ireland) ! :)
Awesome vid, great info too💯 love it, would love to kno more
Thanks for sharing, very informative
Very informative!thank you
Thanks guys excellent video
Great content. Thank you. Girl Trucker here...
I like the flight idea... 👍
Cool to see your bike! I want to eventually brink my e-bike along! and also I had the same idea with the window screens!
Are you still at this and where did you get the screens and velcro...regular big box hardware store?
Wow... that an interesting way .. park and fly ... great idea
If you're going to drive for owner you better take 60/ 40 and you better get your fuel service charges 100% or it's not worth it... Any owner that decides he's going to keep the fuel service charges is a crook... And make sure you can get your 60% loaded on your Comdata card right away, that way you have your fuel money and your living money and also that way your fuel service Chargers end up becoming your payroll and guaranteed that coming in every week...
I expedited for over 10 years.. I worked for two absolutely outstanding owners when my first owner passed away I went with somebody for 4 months from November to February... And when Freight wasn't running and I was sitting for 10 days in North Dakota in the cold he decided he was going to stop paying me... it took me almost a month to find a new owner and I wouldn't have been able to survive if the few loads that I did take I wouldn't have had my 60% loaded he kept all my fuel service charges for 4 months he owes me a little over $4,000 and I'll never see it... So you make sure you sign a contract that is binding...
And always make sure that any equipment AKA your van you treat like it was yours... Keep it clean you take care of your equipment and your equipment will take care of you
What is fuel service charges??
If someone owed me 4000 I would start selling parts off the truck or van
armo byzantine the company you are doing work for pays for the fuel that you are burning.
sharon Gypsy dove what company loads the 60% ?
Our company will only load the gas 😒
Smart setup..
This is business good for single people. Specially if you don't have a house you can safe some money living in your van
If you don't have kids to take care of, your spouse can also drive and you can double your income or at least have company and not have to go back "home".
You won't double, more a 50% - 70% increase. But you better really really like that person. Because both of you will be living in 24 Sq Ft 24 hours a day. No way to get away from each other when you disagree. It will really test your relationship
Good stuff.
nice . im looking at getting into expediting my self
Its not a fit for everyone, but I wish you the best of luck. Go to Facebook or download a app called zello and lookup Transportation Life wheels wings and rudders. You will be able to talk to people that is in the industry. From people like yourself that's looking to 25 year veterans. From drivers to fleet owners.
Good information
Best video do far
Those bunk rollers should have a buzzer alarm on them like the boardgame game Operation.
That's our company. The best company
thanks for video
I think I ran into this gentleman on the road and if and ,my memory serves me right he hauls for Barrett. I think Barrett requires any cargo van be at least 3 years old or newer. That's is a tough requirement these days with prices of vans, fuel costs etc.
To sign on u think your right. But once you get signed you don't have to buy a new van every 3 years.
BEAUTIFUL👍👍👍👍
@Chris, Same here, been in the Security Industry for about 26 or 27yrs now, being 46yrs old, no kids or wife I do have a lot of flexibility to be gone for days or even weeks, been thinking hard about doing the same with Sprinter Expediting.
Chris no longer drives, he does have 5 vans now with drives in them.
@@RedsCustomDesign Is there a way to get ahold of him or does he have his own channel? I don't have a van yet, but I'd like to drive for a fleet owner for 6mth-1yr till I can get my own van and upgrade it with some sleep quarters just like this.
Email me info@redscustomdesign.com and I'll send it to him. That's all I can do.
I truly enjoyed the video it was exceptional and inspirational being that I would like to get into the industry is there a website and/or pot Cas I can listen to for more information as well as information on how to outfit my vehicle I love all the ideas how much would that cost to outfit it like you did in this video?
Thanks. You can join a Facebook page called Transportation Life wheels, wings and rudders. There is a lot of useful information on there. And you can watch a RUclips page called My Life's Ventures, or Everything Apax, or The Crafty Truckers. Or there is a Zello channel called Transportation life wwr (its like a CB for your phone) there is a lot of people on it 24hr a day with information on the industry and good conversation to pass the time on the road.
Good job 👍💰💰💰💰💰💰💰
Damn 30 lbs in 2 months not bad
Quick question love the build design,Would the same thing work in a the extended 3500, and is it cost-efficient to get the extended or is it better to get the normal 3500 with no extension..
This setup will only work in a extended van.
hello friend, thanks for sharing all the good info, I have a?? How long can you drive your van with out overheating it, and kill the engine, thank you!
How do you get your freight to haul ? I have a hotshot flatbed with my own authority my girlfriend wants a van like this to but need a source for freight to haul .
I'm not going to show the company he works for as you zoom in right on the Barrett logo
Awesome this is a great business 👏 do you need your own van to work for some of these businesses and how can I'm get started in the expediting business and what companies can I contact to expedite?
Really Nice and Smart set up 👍 I have a Transit High roof/extended, how can i do that wood floor with the Tracks? Thank You 🙏
Contact Red's Custom Design LLC at www.redscustomdesign.com
Thanks for the video - where can we purchase the items used to stop freight from sliding forward - demonstrated at 2:19 mins into the video?
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Please share who installed the floor and cost? Thank you for this informative video. Best of luck in all your future endeavors.
I build this van for Chris. He is now a fleet owner with 5 vans.
You can contact me by email at info@redscustomdesign.com
Is there alot of freight going in and out of Arizona or is it not worth getting into if you live out west? Just wondering cause I'm really interested in this. Thanks for the vid.
I wouldn't say there is a lot but there is a far amount. But expediting is like truck driving, it doesn't matter were you "live" because you'll be all over. And it depends how often you "need" to be home. I know a couple people who live in AZ that Expedite. One goes home every 8 weeks or so, the other goes home when he gets that way.
How much did you spend on all those additions to the van? I really liked it.
You can contact me at info@redscustomdesign.com and I can build up a van just like I did Chris.
How is the Max Air Fan powered? I have a Gmc Savanna cargo van with one on an auxilliary battery but have not had a good experience with it.
Two AGM batteries. Lasts two days plus before needing to be charged.
How do I get started? Can you make a step by step how to get into it
What is the name and model number of the AC and vent fan . Like the way you have your van set up. Do you run the AC off the inverter?? or do you have solar panels.
It's a dometic 13,500 btu. And a maxxair fan. No solar panels, the a/c runs off a generator or shore power.
Good video. I drive big truck. So do these
Expedited vans not run on ELD?
No, they are under 10k lbs. "None regulated "
Oh ok. Thank you. Looking to possibly change it up from big truck to van. Thanks for the quick reply.
best design ive seen . love it, what happen when a person loading damages your truck ? I see a hyg dept number is this required? zello app.imvery interested in doing this type of job.im working as a temp right now, for 500 a week, 400 clear after insurance ,and taxes. how much over head money will I need to get started after I buy my van? I know their are low opportunity times like January ,feb and june july .but don t know the clear picture.thank guys. best info ove found on this work and company self ownened. how would I hook up with a owner? any advice will help I would like to start in april or may 2019..
Thanks. If your going to be a owner operator you will need at least $10k (up to 3 weeks fuel, Bills, and maintenance. You need to keep at least a $5k maintenance fund). And if you're looking for more information and owners to drive for (I highly recommend you to do that for 6 months before buying a van) or companies to lease to. Look up Transportation life wheels wings and rudders on Facebook and zello.
I found cargo van here in my area with 90k miles year 2019 so and the price about $40k so is this a deal you think ?
Hi Chris, I just lost my job andnI would like to start working with cargo van. I have been searching for months on the industry. My question is how do I get my van set up like yours? And I love to talk with you. Thank Sir
Info@redscustomdesign.com
I'm the one who builds the vans
New Sub here ❤️
Chris, very nice build. I have one question to ask you. When you have the time can you let me know how you over road the airbag light when you removed the passenger seat? Stay safe. Tom
Chris is the van owner. I'm (Red) the one that build the van. But to answer your question. I didn't, the light is still on. But if you could find a junk seat that you can cut up to get the sensors out of it you could then plug it into the harness and alls good.
Great video and setup. What kind of vehicle insurance do you have to have in order to do expediting?
Depends on if you book your own loads, or are using multiple carriers. Then you have to carry a 1 million dollar cargo/ liability insurance. Or if you are leased to a company you can get it through them. But that depends on the company. Regular auto insurance won't be, it has to be "for hire".
Wow
What are those stoppers called that you clicked in and placed the board against or in them? Thanks
Here is a Amazon link to them
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What are those gold things he puts a piece of wood in between called? And where can I buy them?
amzn.to/43v3FKP
nice very nice how much for the whole set up and the van love it
Eric Aiken around 8k from a empty van to everything in it new.
nice cant wait until its my turn
Would the 1500 get the job done? Obviously might not fit 3 pallets. But If im looking to get started and can’t afford the 3500 is the 1500 a worth while investment?
No, not big enough, not heavy enough.
Hello,
I have been looking into expediting in a van, but I am not sure which one I should get. Can you tell me if a 6' 3" tall man can sleep in the Promaster? I believe the mercedes is narrowed for me. I like to stretch my legs out.
None of them if you're trying to sleep east/west (side to side)
Instead of waiting around all the time couldn't you grab from the load board, so that maybe you could see that 4k to 6k a month? Just a thought
If you had your own attorney, DOT#, your own commercial insurance, and paid to buy in so you can be able bid on the loads along with 5,000+ other people. Then yes you could try and do that. And that $4k is after expenses.
Greetings Red!
I'm looking to go into the industry. Right now I'm gathering as much info as I can. However, when I'm ready, I would like for you transform the interior of my van. How much would you charge, and where are you located?
Info@redscustomdesign.com
What would you say would be a good Freight lane area for expediting?
Everywhere there is freight. Depends on the time of year, the company you are with, the size of van, etc. And it's always changing.
Another question: What a/c unit are you using to cool your van? Thanks
Never mind I got to the part in the video where you gave the info on the a/c - thanks again 🙂
What are the two things you put on the E track and where did you get them at
I found them thank you any way
what load boards do you recommend?
*Question: What did you mean at @**15:44**… Are you saying it’s extremely unlikely to make a net of $4k-$5k/mo in an expediting van? I’m really just asking because I don’t know exactly how much money one can make.*
Can you? Yes. Can you do it every month? No. You can gross $3k to $5k in one week. But the next week you may only gross $1000 or nothing at all.
I'm new to the expediting world. I've done all of driving and similar jobs. But I'm about to start my first job expediting. The deal I have is working for an owner the split is 50/50. They pay for all the fuel, maintenance, etc.. would you say that's a good situation to be in? Really looking for some help and insight. Plus any advice would be awesome!
So you are getting 50% of what? 50% of line haul? 50% after fuel and expenses? You need to know what you are getting 50% of.
@@RedsCustomDesign from what I understand it's 50% of the haul. I won't be paying any gas or van expenses
@@nicholasclark1935 read your contact carefully before signing.
@@RedsCustomDesign I just got the contract today. It does say that the company covers expenses and fuel and it's a 50% take on the haul. In your experience, would you say this is decent for earning potential?
Yes as long as they run decent
What's the best way to find a fleet owner to get on with to see if it's for you or not ?
Call some expedite companies and ask for fleet owners with open vans, expediteor on line, or if you see a van in a parking lot somewhere (if the drive is out or in the seat) ask them about the company they run for or who they drive for.
Love the build, but would the van handle better and safer, due to wheel base dynamics, if the freight was carried behind the driver (middle of the vehicle), as opposed to behind the back wheels? Although it seems like maybe the Promaster has a better wheel base ratio than the Transit or Sprinter, but maybe that depends on the van length. Some vans have doors on both sides, which would be handy for freight.
They do pretty good like this. If you have one pallet you push it forward to the wall. That puts it in front of the rear axle.
Question: does the color of the van matters? What if I am O/O but I work for X company.
It depends on the company. Some require a white van only.
Hi again! R u driving for a 3rd party company?
How much does a conversion/setup like this cost?
Around 7k
I am considering getting into the sprinter van expediting business. Can anyone tell me what average dollar amount is insurance going to cost me per month? So I see a comment about fuel charges and I want to be sure I understand this. If im an owner/ operator what should the company I work for be paying me for fuel? One company I looked into said I get a .10/.20 sure charge so that would meat that 80/90% of fuel comes out of my pocket ...correct? Any feed back would be appreciated. One more thing , Chris in this video I see works for Barret, there are located in the town I live in Bentonville Ar. Is this a good company to work for?
ronnie henderson Just saying. If you an owner operator most of the time all gas money is your responsibility.
From what I gathered insurance price depends on your driving history, location (state you live in), your credit score, and insurance company. Some companies that you sign in to do expediting exclusively for them will put you their insurance policy for about $150 a week ($8000 a year). That is considered cheap. In some states the insurance can reach as high as $20,000 a year if you are doing it for yourself. Just check with different companies in your area or internet. This kills the profit.
Nice setup,I'm retired do you have to make a required amount of trips in a month
If you are a owner operator it's your van so you decide how much you want to work. But whatever company you run for may have "suggested availability" or "on duty time " unless you book your own loads.
@@RedsCustomDesign dad doesn't run north in the winter, had enough winter but maybe southern corridors , l guess if you're an owner operator, you have a little more say . This is interesting
You have to no control over where the loads go. Or when they go. Expedite freight is much go right now, asap. And there is no "Southern corridor" in expedite.
How can we find a company or someone who customized these Vans and equipments this way??
That's what I do for a living. Www.redscustomdesign.com
Hey,Chris how much for your friend to do the same set up.
This is not Chris's channel its mine. I'm the "friend". For more information please email me at info@redscustomdesign.com . Thank For watching
What would you say the total weight of all the accessories in this would be ? Because that would definitely effect the loads you take because you already have weight . I'm just curious because id like to do thiz
Most places will only require you to haul 3,000lbs. But most drivers will set it around 2500lbs .