Your work ethic, dedication, and overall attitude have changed my perception of this profession. I look forward to your videos and especially when you travel through my state (ARK). Stay safe Dan.
Dan is a good trucker, I can tell he just wants to work out the kinks in his new truck. Enjoy your home time , you inspired me to just go get a truck after my next 1099.
Hi Dan, you truly have the best trucking videos on RUclips. Thank you for taking the time to share part of your life out on the road with us. Enjoy your home time.
I'm in ohio,fly to your state,loved Arizona,got off plane in phoenix,rented a car drove to tuscon,this was in march,drive ohio roads in winter time,all the snow and ice,salt ,anyway after 3 months of winter here got there and it was raining,cars were spinning out in the rain,drizzle and some people had wipers on full tilt,i was cracking up,HAIL STORM,surprise u only saw one car spun out,REALLY LIKE YOUR VIDEOS
When you're an O/O you're not only a driver, but a " Jack of All Trades " having to know little bit about plumbing ,electrical and carpentry to save money keeping repairs and down time to a minimum 'Keep up the good videos,enjoy them ,be glad when ur dog is back in the truck.
Hey Dan, when you get home clean that grease off of the accelerator. If need be, remove the roller from the bracket and clean it also as that grease is doing nothing but collecting dust and grit. If the worn spot on the base plate is causing problems make a plate from 1/16th inch steel or aluminum and drill and screw it on top of the base plate. It will give the roller a new surface to roll and and the amount it changes the pedal position won't be noticeable. Also it will save the cost of a new base plate and can easily be replaced if it ever wears down again. If you remove the roller to clean it, reassemble it with graphite on the shaft and you will be good to go another 1/2 million miles. Just something I did to another truck that had that problem.
Dan, you are Mr. Fix it on the road which I'm learning from you is key to your overall economy as an owner operator. Its telling me that you ought not be an owner operator unless you have these mechanical inclinations. Shop rates add up. Though this video shows that must of us can trouble shoot and that its the little things which are the culprits even the consequences are big. Great video!
That was the old Giant truck stop. I was based out of central Cal. when i did fuel tankers. I loaded few loads at the refinery when I was sent out there. Wow that brought back memories. When the newer trucks came around you can't say "peddle to the metal "". now it's " rheostat to the metal "
Little repairs you have to do on the road. I appreciate it that you have the common sense to know what to do with it. A lot of people know these days. Drive safe.
Just FYI, Lubing things that are out in the open will collect dust, dirt and small rocks. Best to clean the lube off when home and use graphite if it still need slicked up. Other wise replace the worn base pad. Like your videos
Good video. would have liked to see them unload those little foam pieces. In regards to your eggs, you can always do the float test. there are youtuses that splain it. But an egg straight from the hen house can sit on the counter for up to 5 weeks if not washed. Store eggs are 3-5 weeks old. You can make milk stay fresher longer by using 1 tsp salt to a gallon. Enjoy your time at home.
Hi Dan another interesting video from yourself this is Dicky from the UK been watching quite a lot of your videos they're very interesting to watch and you are very knowledgeable on quite a few things i'm the guy that asked you if it was possible that you could put it a Google map app on the screen sometimes because I don't know where you are and your wonderful country maybe you could look into that anyway safe journey home and have a nice break when you get there see you soon regards Richard
Dan I am 30 miles south of Holbrook and we had a hard rain storm and half an inch of hail yesterday. We work in a metal building and the hail hit so hard we had to put on ear muffs to keep from going deaf.
Just a thought-When you get home consider soldering those connections (leave the crimp, cut the insulation, solder and wrap with tape) there is a lot of amperage on that line, heat will expand aluminum crimps
Dan, i have this case, i bought at Walmart. has everything you might need, electrical, even has those tiny fuzes, and some big fuzes. i was never sure what i might need, if a truck stop/shop didn't have the item in stock. i wanted to be covered. although i was a company driver, i didn't like adding expenses to my company if i could fix the minor problem myself. major engine problems or tires, well i couldn't fix those. i'd inform the company of the minor problem, but tell them i had the parts to fix it, then when i got back to the main terminal, i'd inform the shop what i fixed.
Only problem in white grease on the roller and base will collect dirt and cause more issues... Maybe if you can cover or replace the base with a piece of metal
i'm not sure, but that TA in Holbrook, might be the place where i bought my silver bracelets and egg shape paper weights, and other glass figurines. i use to put velcro on my dash and glue the egg paper weights in the middle, in front of me, on the dash, it never blocked my view.
What brand of fridge is that in your truck? I've been looking for something similar with a compressor that runs off of 12V or 24V (which I assume yours do). Thanks for another great video. Used to live in NM, so it's great to see that part of the world again.
I told my grown kids about the good old days not having to carry food with me Dennys had 99 cent grand slam breakfasts coffee was always free times have sure changed lol
l might be wrong but I think that's just a potentiometer on the back side of the pedal. As others have said, better off to keep it dry. All the dust/dirt/schmutz is going to stick to the grease.
I almost hate discovering stuff like that indentation in the accelerator. Something like that I would likely never feel until after I knew it was there.
I hate those squeeze connectors. When at all possible I soldier the connections, wrap with tape, then shrink tube over that.. Every idea I had to fix the accelerator petal you stole, LoL.. Isn't that CRC white spray grease just the best stuff? I spray it on my house door hinges, the car door hinges and locks, etc. hood latch, anything that's metal and moves, LoL.. I keep a can in the house, and a can in each car.. Heck, i'd even spray it on the cat is she squeaked, LOL Please - Make a video at home time so we're not going thru withdraw. :-( LOL
It's no problem to store eggs outside the fridge, even for two weeks. I always do. Basic rule for food is how they store it at the supermarket. Is it sold refrigerated or not.
No need to throw the eggs away. Eggs are not even refrigerated in stores outside the US. It is not like they waited for the hen to lay an egg and then immediately consume it before the fridge was invented :)
The gremlins never go away, they just hide and rear their ugly heads every once in a while lol, btw its a REfrigerator not fridgerator...Enjoy your hometime when you get to it driver
You work thru ya problems very well even tho is kinda boring but hay its life as we all know it bud so rock on but dude use PAM Cooking OIl as its OIl based and not water based like WD 40
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Your work ethic, dedication, and overall attitude have changed my perception of this profession. I look forward to your videos and especially when you travel through my state (ARK). Stay safe Dan.
Dan is a good trucker, I can tell he just wants to work out the kinks in his new truck. Enjoy your home time , you inspired me to just go get a truck after my next 1099.
I'm 65 yrs old and still learning from you, thanks Dan. Love all your vlogs. Be safe out on the road.
Glad everything worked out and you had no more critters to show up and cause trouble. Loved the Video take care and Happy Trails......
Very good video Dan, love your choice of music...........
Hi Dan, you truly have the best trucking videos on RUclips. Thank you for taking the time to share part of your life out on the road with us. Enjoy your home time.
I'm in ohio,fly to your state,loved Arizona,got off plane in phoenix,rented a car drove to tuscon,this was in march,drive ohio roads in winter time,all the snow and ice,salt ,anyway after 3 months of winter here got there and it was raining,cars were spinning out in the rain,drizzle and some people had wipers on full tilt,i was cracking up,HAIL STORM,surprise u only saw one car spun out,REALLY LIKE YOUR VIDEOS
When you're an O/O you're not only a driver, but a " Jack of All Trades " having to know little bit about plumbing ,electrical and carpentry to save money keeping repairs and down time to a minimum 'Keep up the good videos,enjoy them ,be glad when ur dog is back in the truck.
Hey Dan, when you get home clean that grease off of the accelerator. If need be, remove the roller from the bracket and clean it also as that grease is doing nothing but collecting dust and grit. If the worn spot on the base plate is causing problems make a plate from 1/16th inch steel or aluminum and drill and screw it on top of the base plate. It will give the roller a new surface to roll and and the amount it changes the pedal position won't be noticeable. Also it will save the cost of a new base plate and can easily be replaced if it ever wears down again. If you remove the roller to clean it, reassemble it with graphite on the shaft and you will be good to go another 1/2 million miles. Just something I did to another truck that had that problem.
Dan, you and your video's are the best.
Dan, you are Mr. Fix it on the road which I'm learning from you is key to your overall economy as an owner operator. Its telling me that you ought not be an owner operator unless you have these mechanical inclinations. Shop rates add up. Though this video shows that must of us can trouble shoot and that its the little things which are the culprits even the consequences are big.
Great video!
Great video Dan, so much better then some of the other trucking channels out there. I enjoy watching you fix the truck.
That was the old Giant truck stop. I was based out of central Cal. when i did fuel tankers. I loaded few loads at the refinery when I was sent out there. Wow that brought back memories.
When the newer trucks came around you can't say "peddle to the metal "". now it's " rheostat to the metal "
Little repairs you have to do on the road. I appreciate it that you have the common sense to know what to do with it. A lot of people know these days. Drive safe.
Great meeting you Monday AM, be safe out there and enjoy your home time,
Your camera is spot on now. No jumping/waving/vibrating!
Want to thank you for bringing the rain LOL
Your videos keep getting better and better. Like that little clip of music you included. Take care...
Alway handy too now your way around technical problems. Enjoy your home time.
Just FYI, Lubing things that are out in the open will collect dust, dirt and small rocks. Best to clean the lube off when home and use graphite if it still need slicked up. Other wise replace the worn base pad.
Like your videos
I agree and I'm certain he realized this eventually.
Good video. would have liked to see them unload those little foam pieces. In regards to your eggs, you can always do the float test. there are youtuses that splain it. But an egg straight from the hen house can sit on the counter for up to 5 weeks if not washed. Store eggs are 3-5 weeks old. You can make milk stay fresher longer by using 1 tsp salt to a gallon. Enjoy your time at home.
Hi Dan another interesting video from yourself this is Dicky from the UK been watching quite a lot of your videos they're very interesting to watch and you are very knowledgeable on quite a few things i'm the guy that asked you if it was possible that you could put it a Google map app on the screen sometimes because I don't know where you are and your wonderful country maybe you could look into that anyway safe journey home and have a nice break when you get there see you soon regards Richard
Dan I am 30 miles south of Holbrook and we had a hard rain storm and half an inch of hail yesterday. We work in a metal building and the hail hit so hard we had to put on ear muffs to keep from going deaf.
Nice work, Dan. Thanks for sharing.
Enjoyed the video and the music.
Great video Dan,Your smarts always fixes the problem,Be safe,Cant wait for the next one
great video displaying necessity of OO being able to fix stuff
Did I get a note from you????
asking me to reach out to you?
Thanks for these videos. I'm planning on taking up truck driving for a career and its helpful to know what I will be getting into.
Just a thought-When you get home consider soldering those connections (leave the crimp, cut the insulation, solder and wrap with tape) there is a lot of amperage on that line, heat will expand aluminum crimps
Thank you STDan.
When you get home...enjoy your time off...
Wow that's amazing zoom.
Love your videos g'day from Australia love you videos keep up the good work cheers
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Passed the test Yesterday
Now to complete out processing from Army and retire
Drive safe brother
Really enjoy your video's. Stay safe!!
Hi Dan have a good day stay safe
Dan, i have this case, i bought at Walmart. has everything you might need, electrical, even has those tiny fuzes, and some big fuzes. i was never sure what i might need, if a truck stop/shop didn't have the item in stock. i wanted to be covered. although i was a company driver, i didn't like adding expenses to my company if i could fix the minor problem myself. major engine problems or tires, well i couldn't fix those. i'd inform the company of the minor problem, but tell them i had the parts to fix it, then when i got back to the main terminal, i'd inform the shop what i fixed.
that second joiner was most likely a fusible link. keep up the video's enjoy the no nonsense attitude
Only problem in white grease on the roller and base will collect dirt and cause more issues... Maybe if you can cover or replace the base with a piece of metal
i'm not sure, but that TA in Holbrook, might be the place where i bought my silver bracelets and egg shape paper weights, and other glass figurines. i use to put velcro on my dash and glue the egg paper weights in the middle, in front of me, on the dash, it never blocked my view.
Just checking hope all is well with you and your family
Ernie Buckman i went to his Facebook page and Nothing is posted and no picture i like you hope everything is ok.
I learn something new today, never heard or saw an electric accelerator gas pedal before. looks like a tornado cloud.
What brand of fridge is that in your truck? I've been looking for something similar with a compressor that runs off of 12V or 24V (which I assume yours do). Thanks for another great video. Used to live in NM, so it's great to see that part of the world again.
I told my grown kids about the good old days not having to carry food with me Dennys had 99 cent grand slam breakfasts coffee was always free times have sure changed lol
l might be wrong but I think that's just a potentiometer on the back side of the pedal. As others have said, better off to keep it dry. All the dust/dirt/schmutz is going to stick to the grease.
Good video! Was the water leak ever diagnosed?
I almost hate discovering stuff like that indentation in the accelerator. Something like that I would likely never feel until after I knew it was there.
Waiting for the latest video, Dan. how was the trip to California ?
Put an in line fuse in there so the line doesn't melt .
I wonder what the scale house would do to the driver if an automated Manuel transmission shifted on the scale.
How many miles do you have to deadhead to get home ? Like your videos !!
Dan, where are you at? You ok? We miss you.
Hiya Dan. Love the videos. What part of California are you delivering to?
I hate those squeeze connectors. When at all possible I soldier the connections, wrap with tape, then shrink tube over that..
Every idea I had to fix the accelerator petal you stole, LoL.. Isn't that CRC white spray grease just the best stuff? I spray it on my house door hinges, the car door hinges and locks, etc. hood latch, anything that's metal and moves, LoL.. I keep a can in the house, and a can in each car.. Heck, i'd even spray it on the cat is she squeaked, LOL
Please - Make a video at home time so we're not going thru withdraw. :-( LOL
Hi Dan is everything ok no problems just that its been a week since any videos.
Hope everything is a-ok with u
It's no problem to store eggs outside the fridge, even for two weeks. I always do.
Basic rule for food is how they store it at the supermarket. Is it sold refrigerated or not.
Enkuzen The old sailor's trick is turn your eggs upside down in the carton every day. Should be good for a month in mild climates.
No need to throw the eggs away. Eggs are not even refrigerated in stores outside the US. It is not like they waited for the hen to lay an egg and then immediately consume it before the fridge was invented :)
Super Trucker Dan where have you been I have not heard anything from you on RUclips? Are you okay?
Haven't heard from you hope all is well ........
Hey Dan. Everything OK?
halo sri thanku
nice video
What rear gears you running?
The gremlins never go away, they just hide and rear their ugly heads every once in a while lol, btw its a REfrigerator not fridgerator...Enjoy your hometime when you get to it driver
Is that the truck stop that Giant built?
Yep
I think I paid about 8.99 for the same set of terminals at harbor freight so 11 isn't bad
Are you Ok? I miss watching your videos.
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You could have just put ice in the fridge to keep the food cold until repaired.
Did they xray your truck with you in it , that is not healthy did you know that Dan
Where are you?
You work thru ya problems very well even tho is kinda boring but hay its life as we all know it bud so rock on but dude use PAM Cooking OIl as its OIl based and not water based like WD 40
A lot of people don't know.
See America while making money sounds good 👍 to me.