I really like this guys style of video. Really informative on so many levels, and the details he shows on these videos are great. Add the production value of multiple cameras etc. I really appreciate the work that goes into these.
I appreciate your positivity, I pull a flatbed for Prime and when I start feeling negative I just watch one of your videos and it helps a lot!!! You really are helping some of us!! THANK YOU!!
Thank you Jack for another great video adventure in trucking. In 2015, I went through a very bad time in my life and watching your videos back then really helped. You took me places I'd never been, showed me a lifestyle I've never been part of, and your calm voice and tremendous work ethic really inspired me to keep on trucking with life. Thank you Jack and God bless you.
As a college student, your videos have really been a great way for me to sit back and relax for a little while, as I've been studying for my finals almost non-stop these past few weeks. I recently came across your channel and I really hope you continue to make these kind of videos. They are a lot of fun to watch! Seems to me like you're living the dream! Thank you for allowing us to join you on your adventures!
So I'm a little late and didn't read all the comments but, I'll finish your history. I grew up literally 5 miles from that plant born and raised in Lorain. The road you saw going over US 6 to the lake side was part of the year course for when the finished cars rolled off the line. The Tampa you speak of were used to load the cars in trains. They never shipped them by the lake only train and truck. A majority of the plant has been torn down but what's left lives on as history. I once worked with a retired gentleman who moved to Lorain in 1958 to work at ford for 1.57 and hour. In nearby Elyria stands a repurposed GM plant specifically fisher body. Lots of history in the area with much of it gone.
I am a retired railroad engineer from Sydney Australia. I have visited your country 9 times and a great thrill in my life is driving the US Highway system. Keep up the good video work . I love the views inside the trucking pit stops. I have never seen you venture to ME. John Hutchinson
Jack, that was one of your best adventures. Informative,scenic, and a memorable route. Loved the truck stop tours. Thank you once again for sharing your adventures in moving America. SAFELY! That's why your, "The Professor".
thanks indiana jack love watching your videos i was a driver for 55 years retired in 09 am going back on the road as soon as i find a job i am 69 years old live in ocala florida safe trucking
Indiana Jack..love your videos I drove out for 25yrs till 2 heart attacks and health reasons took me out of the game I loved it.yes I would curse about it at times but I still loved the job,but in reality because of so many new laws ,e logs and parking I do miss it the old days,but I'm also glad to be out of it ill just sit back and watch you on my tablet and you have all the fun.thanks for the good videos and stay safe jack.god bless you and be with you.✌😊
INDIANA JACK...I HAVE A LOT OF RESPECT FOR YOU, THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME AND AMAZING VIDEOS..YOU ARE THE BEST TRUCKER IN THE USA...STAY SAFE MY FRIEND🖒🖒🖒🖒🖒🖒🖒
Indiana Jack, you have the perfect disposition for trucking. It seems that around every corner something pops up to test a truckers patients. I would probably strangle someone in my first week. Thank you for letting me tag along on your journey. Your the best on RUclips! ~Tim~
Indiana Jack! You are a truly patient man. I've been retired since 2015 but even then there were so many trucks on the road a guy had to change his way of operating such as moving the truck after fueling, get a shower early in the morning etc. out of respect for other drivers. I started in 1970 and have used the military barracks style showers. Today's showers are much better. I've owned a few Ford's in my lifetime that were built in Lorraine, Ohio. I guess your headed for Sam's Club in Lakeland. Thanks for the ride. I'm gonna jump off here and take care of a chore. Truck em easy😎🇺🇸
Hi Jack , love your movies. I'm from Netherland (Europ) and was from 1982 to 1996 a international truckdriver . Then I stopped for various reasons. Also thanks to your youtube videos I'm back on the truck. I enjoy every kilometer ( mile ) Keep it up. Greetzz Renate .
Hi jack been watching all of your films and they are always great. thanks for sharing your drive time with us and after doing a lot of research and talking to my wife we have decided that trucking is a great career choice and thanks to your videos it gives me some insight on the drive and truck stop expectations. again thank you for making these great films I really do enjoy them and look forward to them.
Hi Indiana: Good on you re the Salad. Years ago I went to more veggies, fruit and fish forgetting much bread or cookies. I'm older than God and haven't one Ache.....so glad I did. I'm sure I mentioned this before, my going to more Salmon got rid of headaches. I would go home every day with a headache and now, 20 years later, have not had one! We sure are what we eat. Keep up the great work.
Nice video Jack ,thank for making them it's nice to see someone with such a good attitude. When you mentioned the guy getting killed in SC ,it reminded me I heard on the news a couple days ago that a trucker at Knight in Katy, Tx. shot a employee, and then himself. the shooter was someone that had been fired, other guy was a manager or dispatcher. It's a shame stuff like that happens .
I would have never thought in my 32 years of OTR that truck stop parking would be such a premium and they even have reserved parking wow that just blows my mind !
Very much enjoyed this vid Jack - the extra on road footage added to the quality production. Being from the 'land down under' am curious about the weather at this time of year, I see the trees in Ohio still without much foliage. A short mention of the forecast etc could add to the experience for us 'armchair' riders. Stay safe.
Always happy to have one of your well thought out films drop into my inbox. I thought I was re-entering the trucking world, my wife said no and I found a local job brokering freight. Turns out being married and a trucker don't mix, so I live vicariously through your films. Thank you
Thanks Jack. really enjoy your trips. as an ex UK trucker i love looking at similarities and differences (the way your trailer axles are configured for a start). Keep it up.
I stay in my truck. I have a flat screen TV with Google Chromecast , a PS4 and a laptop. Truck stops charge to much so there is no need to go inside. All I do is walk around and leave. When I started over 20 years ago it was a different story. Back then we would hang around party row. Drink beer, BBQ and someone was always around to play the guitar, we had fun back then. Not anymore. I miss the old days. Now it's a job just like any other job. And freedom? Forget it. They track every move you make.
I remember the party row we had a good time and there was a comradery between drivers are so inconsiderate nowadays they just don't seem to care anymore.
It seem like in my day we all looked out for each other now it's every man for himself and that my friend is sad what happen to us did we become so disconnected from each other ?
Uncle Buck It's not us that did that it's the mega carriers that did that to us. Back in the day all we had was a pay phone and map. We had time between pick ups and deliveries. I remember calling in and they say call back in 2 hours. A driver had time to sit and talk to other drivers. Now it's go,go,go. No time for anything but work. It was a great job to have. Now they look over shoulder to make sure you working. And don't get me going on the driver facing cameras. I'm glad to remember the better times.
Indianajack...parking SUCKS everywhere now,not just Ohio. Here in CT,if you are not in a truck stop or rest area by 3 or 4pm..good luck in finding a place! Another reason,after 30+ years of driving,I got off the road.
Thank you for tjis informative video. I hope to start driving in the next year and your videos unlike the others that just sit with the camera facing them, show what I can expect as a driver. i have driven on 77 many times going to pa and wva in cars/rvs. Been to Beckley too many times and the travel plaza. Thanks again for showing what its really like from showers to parking....
Hey Jack! When u was @ Beckley Wv u were about 9 miles from my Home! I live off of Rt-19 North in a little town called Oak Hill Wv. The next time ur this way up behind The Travel Plaza in Beckley is a Big Building called The Tammarack! It has some very AMAZING things in it! Along with a little Theatre 🎭 That shows some very interesting videos about Wv Heritage! & call me & I will come eat lunch with u! They also have some AWESOME FOOD 🥘 THERE! Whenever I was driving a Truck I always stopped @ that Loves Truck Stop In Ripley! It’s a nice Truck Stop as Far as Truck Stops Go! & once again THANK U FOR THE AWESOME VIDEO!!! Take care my Friend!!!
always waiting for your new videos. thank you for the reminder of trucking lifestyle in a positive way. you are honestly the best trucker vloger out there
I've been watching your videos for quite some time and I really like you philosophy on life. Nothing to really complain about - it used to be much worst and complaining won't solve the problem.
Different highway to Florida for me...I enjoyed the trip very much...I always took 75 south from Toledo or Cicnnci to Fla... You are correct Jack the stops are so much better than 10 or20 yrs ago !! Tks so much for the show...
Great re-upping the video presentation, loved the history points and mentions along route. Nice editing and story add ons. Great potpourri of sound and video clips making this trip a realistic adventure. 🚛
Hi Indiana: On your water leak, are you looking at the level at the same time? By same time, I mean only check it before you start....when everything is still cold. Water Volume goes up and down depending on its temperature as the Temperature changes the Water's volume. If you fill it too much, it will just get blown off out the overflow pipe. Just running a long hill will change the volume in the Radiator....let the truck find its own level. If you have to add each day or two when cold, then you do have a leak. Check for leaks when cold as heat will often seal up a small leak. If you have access to a roll of white paper 3 feet wide and 7 feet long, lay it under the engine overnight....this will pick up the water from a cold leak.
Ford doesn't make a cyclone, however Mercury did around 1963 up. My dad was a ford guy, he had a lot of comets from 1963 to 1966 then switched to Mercury Montery , then to Cogars RX then his last two cars were LTD's. My buddy had a Ford Fairlane GT 390 cdi, that was a runner, so that brought back some memories. I still have a little 95 escort LX in my garage with 140,000 on it, my town driver, never game me much trouble. The Escort sits aside my 1997 Super Jeep Cherokee 4.0 HD. OF. which I love and just totally rebuilt, still a lot cheaper than a new one and it is rated to pull 5,800 LBS. and I have a myers plow for it. That lady in the Tanker was just a tad ignorant, if she was blocking the thru fair, if you won't say it I will! It bites me too when they sit in the fuel island of a busy truck stop while they run into the store especially if it's busy. I like your videos, shame there not a few a week LOL.. Stay safe and hug Red for me LOL.. That tractor is serving you well. BTW technically, and you knew this, Mercury, Comet, Lincoln were/are all a division of Ford so to despite my opening statement, you were technically right. LOL
With regards to the fitness room, I've only dipped my toes into driving since last Oct. (2015).....I'm gaining a ton of weight. I'd love to have the time to use exercise equipment. I don't do fast food. I pack a meal/snack for every night. I love my tuna on crackers (thanks for that idea Jack). Gogurts (not just for kids), bananas, pretzels, cheese sticks, and water. I was already fat, but now I'm getting fatter still. Diet and health never occurred to me when I thought it would be a good idea to drive a truck. I'm not a truck drive (a.k.a. Professional Driver), I'm just a guy who happens to drive a truck. I don't have to deal with most things associated with truck drivers. No fuel stops, no weigh stations, no parking, home every night, I rarely go more than 300 miles from my home terminal. So it's go, go, go, go for me, as well as most people I work with. I rarely stop anywhere, and only for a bathroom. I get to my dispatched terminal, switch out trailers (wiggle wagons), or meet my turn driver, get back home, wait 10 hours, and do it again. I can't imagine finding the time to actually work out, although I love the idea of it. Perhaps it's because I'm still new to this trade, but it's not uncommon to use all 14 hours of service and 11 hours of driving. I need more time in the day!
I have been down these roads many time on trips for the Regional Concert Production Company that I had worked for ten of the last sixteen years. Outside Ripley, WV. there is a town that is unincorporated called Cottsgeville that has a fair named Jackson County Jr. Fair where I have worked for a week at a time. Made some good friends there that included a local police officer that worked all of the concerts at the fair at the time.
U should’ve showed the viewers the BIG WALKER TUNNEL going from WV into Virginia! & then the other tunnel 18miles away! There’s a nice new Loves Truck Stop @ The bottom of Fancy Gap! It’s not real big though! As always it’s great to travel along with u!
Hey Jack. I stopped at that Love's in Orlando a couple of weeks ago and it was their opening day. There were not a lot of trucks in the parking lot that night. The Pilot/Flying J up the road was completely full, even the reserve parking were all taken.
Watching this Jack, I’ve just realised I’ll never be a truck driver, cause I would have got out and sliced one of her tyres!!! You’ve the patients of a saint👍
An old timer told me before they put all the fast food places in the truck stops you never had to worry about being held up like that at the fuel island. I do my best not to be one of those disrespectful, lazy truckers, but not everyone thinks the same. I really enjoy your videos.
I used to work out of Medina, Oh. hauling shingles for Qwens Corning. If you ever land in Lodi again use my secret parking spot. I 76 EB exit 2. EOR T/L. Cross over I 76. There is a Hardees on the LHS with plenty of parking. There is a hotel, DQ, pizza place and a Conv. store all in walking distance. Happy Trails! On a side note My Dad worked for Fremont Plastic Mold where he made the molds for the original Hot Wheel. I had one of the prototypes.
When I first started driving (for JB Hunt) I went in there several times. JB back in the day could haul 6 cars in a container. They had a special rack made just to haul cars.
Amtrak only runs scenic route trains at night. When they can't practically do this, they arrange the most scenic portions to pass in the night, and, if possible, the most dreary to pass in full daylight. The Empire Builder is an example of this, as is the Coast Starlight. "See America at see level."
Ur 9 miles from my house Jack! If u ever get a chance rite behind where ur setting is the Tammarack it’s got some of the best food u will ever eat! U can park rite beside of it with a tractor and trailer!
I really like this guys style of video. Really informative on so many levels, and the details he shows on these videos are great. Add the production value of multiple cameras etc. I really appreciate the work that goes into these.
I appreciate your positivity, I pull a flatbed for Prime and when I start feeling negative I just watch one of your videos and it helps a lot!!! You really are helping some of us!! THANK YOU!!
Thank you Jack for another great video adventure in trucking. In 2015, I went through a very bad time in my life and watching your videos back then really helped. You took me places I'd never been, showed me a lifestyle I've never been part of, and your calm voice and tremendous work ethic really inspired me to keep on trucking with life. Thank you Jack and God bless you.
As a college student, your videos have really been a great way for me to sit back and relax for a little while, as I've been studying for my finals almost non-stop these past few weeks. I recently came across your channel and I really hope you continue to make these kind of videos. They are a lot of fun to watch! Seems to me like you're living the dream! Thank you for allowing us to join you on your adventures!
So I'm a little late and didn't read all the comments but, I'll finish your history. I grew up literally 5 miles from that plant born and raised in Lorain. The road you saw going over US 6 to the lake side was part of the year course for when the finished cars rolled off the line. The Tampa you speak of were used to load the cars in trains. They never shipped them by the lake only train and truck. A majority of the plant has been torn down but what's left lives on as history. I once worked with a retired gentleman who moved to Lorain in 1958 to work at ford for 1.57 and hour. In nearby Elyria stands a repurposed GM plant specifically fisher body. Lots of history in the area with much of it gone.
I always loved driving this stretch of highway.....
I always enjoy watching your Vblogs because they are both entertaining and informative.The multiple camera views really are appreciated.
Thank you for the ride :) Great video. Be safe out there and take care.
I am a retired railroad engineer from Sydney Australia. I have visited your country 9 times and a great thrill in my life is driving the US Highway system. Keep up the good video work . I love the views inside the trucking pit stops. I have never seen you venture to ME. John Hutchinson
Jack, that was one of your best adventures. Informative,scenic, and a memorable route. Loved the truck stop tours. Thank you once again for sharing your adventures in moving America. SAFELY! That's why your, "The Professor".
I have been watching your videos for awhile Jack keep them coming. You are a great inspiration and very entertaining.
thanks indiana jack love watching your videos i was a driver for 55 years retired in 09 am going back on the road as soon as i find a job i am 69 years old live in ocala florida safe trucking
Indiana Jack..love your videos I drove out for 25yrs till 2 heart attacks and health reasons took me out of the game I loved it.yes I would curse about it at times but I still loved the job,but in reality because of so many new laws ,e logs and parking I do miss it the old days,but I'm also glad to be out of it ill just sit back and watch you on my tablet and you have all the fun.thanks for the good videos and stay safe jack.god bless you and be with you.✌😊
J
you seem like a good fit for a logistian if that is the right spelling, good luck
INDIANA JACK...I HAVE A LOT OF RESPECT FOR YOU, THANK YOU FOR YOUR TIME AND AMAZING VIDEOS..YOU ARE THE BEST TRUCKER IN THE USA...STAY SAFE MY FRIEND🖒🖒🖒🖒🖒🖒🖒
Indiana Jack, you have the perfect disposition for trucking. It seems that around every corner something pops up to test a truckers patients. I would probably strangle someone in my first week. Thank you for letting me tag along on your journey. Your the best on RUclips! ~Tim~
Indiana Jack I really enjoy all those old timers habits and brotherhood so we the new guys can learn and Hopefully keep it up.
I love the history at the places you stop at. great job Jack.
Indiana Jack! You are a truly patient man. I've been retired since 2015 but even then there were so many trucks on the road a guy had to change his way of operating such as moving the truck after fueling, get a shower early in the morning etc. out of respect for other drivers. I started in 1970 and have used the military barracks style showers. Today's showers are much better. I've owned a few Ford's in my lifetime that were built in Lorraine, Ohio. I guess your headed for Sam's Club in Lakeland. Thanks for the ride. I'm gonna jump off here and take care of a chore. Truck em easy😎🇺🇸
thanks for the ride! I retired 8yrs OTR and you give my FIX. I'L stay home and watch you!
Hi Jack , love your movies. I'm from Netherland (Europ) and was from 1982 to 1996 a international truckdriver . Then I stopped for various reasons. Also thanks to your youtube videos I'm back on the truck.
I enjoy every kilometer ( mile )
Keep it up. Greetzz Renate .
I didn't know about Jason Rivenburg. Learn something everyday. Thanks Jack!
Enjoyed the video alot. I drove many yrs, I do miss it a lot!!! Keep on trucking!!! Gtb
Another awesome video IJ. Thanks. Hope all is well. Stay safe!
Well. Another fine video from your hand. I enjoyd it . Many greetings from Denmark.
Hi jack been watching all of your films and they are always great. thanks for sharing your drive time with us and after doing a lot of research and talking to my wife we have decided that trucking is a great career choice and thanks to your videos it gives me some insight on the drive and truck stop expectations. again thank you for making these great films I really do enjoy them and look forward to them.
great film as always thank you Jack.
great video jack, very educational. love the ford econoline vans, i owned 3 over the years.
Great Job! Loved the trip! Thanks!
Hi Indiana: Good on you re the Salad. Years ago I went to more veggies, fruit and fish forgetting much bread or cookies. I'm older than God and haven't one Ache.....so glad I did. I'm sure I mentioned this before, my going to more Salmon got rid of headaches. I would go home every day with a headache and now, 20 years later, have not had one! We sure are what we eat. Keep up the great work.
I-77 runs through my home state of Virginia. The grade going trough Fancy Gap is legendary.
That is another great video.Thanks for the ride.stay safe out there
Thanks! I was (NOT) tired of re-watching all you other videos. Cheers from a non-trucker down here in Rio!
Nice video Jack ,thank for making them it's nice to see someone with such a good attitude. When you mentioned the guy getting killed in SC ,it reminded me I heard on the news a couple days ago that a trucker at Knight in Katy, Tx. shot a employee, and then himself. the shooter was someone that had been fired, other guy was a manager or dispatcher. It's a shame stuff like that happens .
I'm glad I found your channel! Great video!
I would have never thought in my 32 years of OTR that truck stop parking would be such a premium and they even have reserved parking wow that just blows my mind !
Very much enjoyed this vid Jack - the extra on road footage added to the quality production. Being from the 'land down under' am curious about the weather at this time of year, I see the trees in Ohio still without much foliage. A short mention of the forecast etc could add to the experience for us 'armchair' riders. Stay safe.
Always happy to have one of your well thought out films drop into my inbox. I thought I was re-entering the trucking world, my wife said no and I found a local job brokering freight. Turns out being married and a trucker don't mix, so I live vicariously through your films. Thank you
Another great video! Thanks
Thanks Jack. really enjoy your trips. as an ex UK trucker i love looking at similarities and differences (the way your trailer axles are configured for a start). Keep it up.
Another great adventure in trucking. Please, keep them coming. Thanks!!
I stay in my truck. I have a flat screen TV with Google Chromecast , a PS4 and a laptop. Truck stops charge to much so there is no need to go inside. All I do is walk around and leave. When I started over 20 years ago it was a different story. Back then we would hang around party row. Drink beer, BBQ and someone was always around to play the guitar, we had fun back then. Not anymore. I miss the old days. Now it's a job just like any other job. And freedom? Forget it. They track every move you make.
I remember the party row we had a good time and there was a comradery between drivers are so inconsiderate nowadays they just don't seem to care anymore.
+Jimm Pearson you just told the truth and nothing but the truth about those times
It seem like in my day we all looked out for each other now it's every man for himself and that my friend is sad what happen to us did we become so disconnected from each other ?
Uncle Buck
It's not us that did that it's the mega carriers that did that to us. Back in the day all we had was a pay phone and map. We had time between pick ups and deliveries. I remember calling in and they say call back in 2 hours. A driver had time to sit and talk to other drivers. Now it's go,go,go. No time for anything but work. It was a great job to have. Now they look over shoulder to make sure you working. And don't get me going on the driver facing cameras. I'm glad to remember the better times.
Love watching your videos.
Keep up the great work.
It seams that it's therapeutic for you. For me as well.
Thank you Jack!!!
Indianajack...parking SUCKS everywhere now,not just Ohio. Here in CT,if you are not in a truck stop or rest area by 3 or 4pm..good luck in finding a place! Another reason,after 30+ years of driving,I got off the road.
I agree
one of your better videos in a long time. I appreciate the extra effort of showing your location on the map .. great stuff.. as always.
I truly enjoy your travels on I-77 through Va and NC.I've been on that route many times,a very scenic stretch of road.Keep up the good trucking!
really enjoyed the blog thanks.
Thank you for tjis informative video. I hope to start driving in the next year and your videos unlike the others that just sit with the camera facing them, show what I can expect as a driver. i have driven on 77 many times going to pa and wva in cars/rvs. Been to Beckley too many times and the travel plaza. Thanks again for showing what its really like from showers to parking....
Keep the vidz coming, Jack. Awesome
Hey Jack! When u was @ Beckley Wv u were about 9 miles from my Home! I live off of Rt-19 North in a little town called Oak Hill Wv. The next time ur this way up behind The Travel Plaza in Beckley is a Big Building called The Tammarack! It has some very AMAZING things in it! Along with a little Theatre 🎭 That shows some very interesting videos about Wv Heritage! & call me & I will come eat lunch with u! They also have some AWESOME FOOD 🥘 THERE! Whenever I was driving a Truck I always stopped @ that Loves Truck Stop In Ripley! It’s a nice Truck Stop as Far as Truck Stops Go! & once again THANK U FOR THE AWESOME VIDEO!!! Take care my Friend!!!
always waiting for your new videos. thank you for the reminder of trucking lifestyle in a positive way. you are honestly the best trucker vloger out there
Thanks for another great ride along Jack ! Safe travels , as always !
Another Great video.
my son loved the load of big wheels
Very nice video thanks 👍
VERY humbling brother!!
It's great to see the plant where my favorite car...my '68 Ford Fairlane fastback was built!
enjoyed riding with you, drive safe.
way to go Jack another great video!!
I've been watching your videos for quite some time and I really like you philosophy on life. Nothing to really complain about - it used to be much worst and complaining won't solve the problem.
Love the video detail. Very nice video angle work.
Different highway to Florida for me...I enjoyed the trip very much...I always took 75 south from Toledo or Cicnnci to Fla... You are correct Jack the stops are so much better than 10 or20 yrs ago !! Tks so much for the show...
Great re-upping the video presentation, loved the history points and mentions along route. Nice editing and story add ons. Great potpourri of sound and video clips making this trip a realistic adventure. 🚛
Nice to see the plant were my Ranchero was build
Hi Indiana: On your water leak, are you looking at the level at the same time? By same time, I mean only check it before you start....when everything is still cold. Water Volume goes up and down depending on its temperature as the Temperature changes the Water's volume. If you fill it too much, it will just get blown off out the overflow pipe. Just running a long hill will change the volume in the Radiator....let the truck find its own level. If you have to add each day or two when cold, then you do have a leak. Check for leaks when cold as heat will often seal up a small leak. If you have access to a roll of white paper 3 feet wide and 7 feet long, lay it under the engine overnight....this will pick up the water from a cold leak.
I don't often comment but always do enjoy your videos. Stay safe out there.
Jack puts so much great work into these videos and glad no thumbs down. Been a mystery to me how anyone can give a thumbs down. Your the best Jack
loved it stay safe God bless
Great video Jack
Glad to see you in my neck of the woods I live right down from that new loves.
Ford doesn't make a cyclone, however Mercury did around 1963 up. My dad was a ford guy, he had a lot of comets from 1963 to 1966 then switched to Mercury Montery , then to Cogars RX then his last two cars were LTD's. My buddy had a Ford Fairlane GT 390 cdi, that was a runner, so that brought back some memories. I still have a little 95 escort LX in my garage with 140,000 on it, my town driver, never game me much trouble. The Escort sits aside my 1997 Super Jeep Cherokee 4.0 HD. OF. which I love and just totally rebuilt, still a lot cheaper than a new one and it is rated to pull 5,800 LBS. and I have a myers plow for it. That lady in the Tanker was just a tad ignorant, if she was blocking the thru fair, if you won't say it I will! It bites me too when they sit in the fuel island of a busy truck stop while they run into the store especially if it's busy. I like your videos, shame there not a few a week LOL.. Stay safe and hug Red for me LOL.. That tractor is serving you well. BTW technically, and you knew this, Mercury, Comet, Lincoln were/are all a division of Ford so to despite my opening statement, you were technically right. LOL
With regards to the fitness room, I've only dipped my toes into driving since last Oct. (2015).....I'm gaining a ton of weight. I'd love to have the time to use exercise equipment. I don't do fast food. I pack a meal/snack for every night. I love my tuna on crackers (thanks for that idea Jack). Gogurts (not just for kids), bananas, pretzels, cheese sticks, and water. I was already fat, but now I'm getting fatter still. Diet and health never occurred to me when I thought it would be a good idea to drive a truck.
I'm not a truck drive (a.k.a. Professional Driver), I'm just a guy who happens to drive a truck. I don't have to deal with most things associated with truck drivers. No fuel stops, no weigh stations, no parking, home every night, I rarely go more than 300 miles from my home terminal. So it's go, go, go, go for me, as well as most people I work with. I rarely stop anywhere, and only for a bathroom. I get to my dispatched terminal, switch out trailers (wiggle wagons), or meet my turn driver, get back home, wait 10 hours, and do it again. I can't imagine finding the time to actually work out, although I love the idea of it. Perhaps it's because I'm still new to this trade, but it's not uncommon to use all 14 hours of service and 11 hours of driving. I need more time in the day!
Hi Jack your trips are always an adventure THANKS FOR ALLOWING US TO COME ALONG iT makes time fly here in Milo Maine
nice trip my friend! good job, from brazil !!
Wonderful video. Archive
Great video....
Great video, thanks for sharing a very different life form mine.
I have been down these roads many time on trips for the Regional Concert Production Company that I had worked for ten of the last sixteen years. Outside Ripley, WV. there is a town that is unincorporated called Cottsgeville that has a fair named Jackson County Jr. Fair where I have worked for a week at a time. Made some good friends there that included a local police officer that worked all of the concerts at the fair at the time.
Jack you are the man
Word has it the driver still hadn’t came out!!!
U should’ve showed the viewers the BIG WALKER TUNNEL going from WV into Virginia! & then the other tunnel 18miles away! There’s a nice new Loves Truck Stop @ The bottom of Fancy Gap! It’s not real big though! As always it’s great to travel along with u!
Hey Jack. I stopped at that Love's in Orlando a couple of weeks ago and it was their opening day. There were not a lot of trucks in the parking lot that night. The Pilot/Flying J up the road was completely full, even the reserve parking were all taken.
Thanks for making these videos... very interesting to a cdl student like me.
If the loss is small, check the lines see if rust or old cracked hoses are there. 1 Mil mile girl must have 1 or 2. Stay safe :)
Watching this Jack, I’ve just realised I’ll never be a truck driver, cause I would have got out and sliced one of her tyres!!! You’ve the patients of a saint👍
The production quality here ls so good for a 1 man crew!
Greate video my friend
Amazing video once again!!! Keep up the good work Jack!!! And specially, keep trucking ;)
cheers jack from the uk, drive safe
showers had to be big me and my fiance would shower together to save on water lol so much fun we had
An old timer told me before they put all the fast food places in the truck stops you never had to worry about being held up like that at the fuel island. I do my best not to be one of those disrespectful, lazy truckers, but not everyone thinks the same. I really enjoy your videos.
Love your videos! Wish I knew you were coming through Charlotte, I would have given you a wave tooling down 77!
Safe travels!
I've become a huge fan, Jack. Keep the videos coming!
hi jack see you keep old red, keep on trucking.
I used to work out of Medina, Oh. hauling shingles for Qwens Corning. If you ever land in Lodi again use my secret parking spot. I 76 EB exit 2. EOR T/L. Cross over I 76. There is a Hardees on the LHS with plenty of parking. There is a hotel, DQ, pizza place and a Conv. store all in walking distance. Happy Trails! On a side note My Dad worked for Fremont Plastic Mold where he made the molds for the original Hot Wheel. I had one of the prototypes.
Well it's not so secret, now is it... thanks I'll look for it as well.
It's a better spot than the TA or Pilot. Nice and quiet. And you'll never find it in the truck stop guide.
enjoyed the ride
Recognized the travel plaza in Beckley, West Virginia, as I live about fifteen minutes away from that location.
@indianajacktrucker not far from saint matthews SC that was cool you made close to home. enjoy your videos!
When I first started driving (for JB Hunt) I went in there several times. JB back in the day could haul 6 cars in a container. They had a special rack made just to haul cars.
Amtrak only runs scenic route trains at night. When they can't practically do this, they arrange the most scenic portions to pass in the night, and, if possible, the most dreary to pass in full daylight. The Empire Builder is an example of this, as is the Coast Starlight. "See America at see level."
Ur 9 miles from my house Jack! If u ever get a chance rite behind where ur setting is the Tammarack it’s got some of the best food u will ever eat! U can park rite beside of it with a tractor and trailer!