Mistakes? You did better than me. We bought a truck and trailer and loaded a boat and headed out. Stopped at the first Florida weight station and DOT asking for all of our paperwork and Logbook. Our reply, ...I have no idea what you're talking about! He laughed and said "the only law you haven't broken was pulling into the weight station " that's making mistakes!🤣🤣🤣
Advise first your future brother - #1 Bells & whistles dont pay the bills & dont get you better loads. You got bad info on GVW. If your under 8k (truck only) per FMCSA/DOT you will not be inspected as a heavy truck. Wont matter how heavy the trailer is or the load your carrying. (Ive had 3 Level 1 insp & passed every time WITH a full load (32k lbs) #2. Should have stuck with RAM. They offer a specialized option of their Tradesmen edition that is built for hot shot hauling. Better trans, bed lighting, spray in bedliner, better gear ratio & all the tow options. Cant beat a Cummins for long life & power. List price is around $55k (Bought mine for $47,500 OTD) #3 GET YOUR CDL. Not required but it'll open a lot more doors for you. #4 Register your truck at the manufacturer's placard weight. (Below 8k) That will keep you from having to deal with IFTA taxes. #5 Get a ELD! Required by law if your driving more than 150 air miles from home. #6 Most important advice I can give you is understand you are selling yourself not your truck or business name. Be professional, humble, respectful & honest with every customer. It'll generate more business than any load board can. I've been doing this for a while now & trust me, the opinions I listed come from my own trial & error. But it's only my opinion, every man must walk his own path. Check out TowPiglet & Truck&Travel on RUclips. Great people I know that are open books of knowledge and loves to help newbies be successful. Good luck brother, God bless & stay safe out there. FAITH & FREEDOM TRANSPORT INC.
So nice of you to produce information, i myself live in S Georgia ,Valdosta, Homerville area ,I've been wanting to get in the hotshot business, im 54,disabled, do you think they will pass me so i can do this ,it will be my son also hopefully, please tell me your thoughts please, you sounded like a good man and didn't mind telling your experience, thank you so very kindly, Freddy Smith
Im just starting out in this can you give me some info on a decent insurance company. I will be getring my own mc and dot number. And i do have a class a cdl
Dude I worked for at&t and directv for three years,quit about 5 months ago,and got my Cdl class A.Best decision I've ever made.😂 I might go hotshot after a year or two.
I have a 98 Dodge ram 3500 and it's a very good truck to hot shot with and it was a truck that was given to me by my dad and he also gave me a 26 foot dovetail now one thing if you do happen to go into it yourself you will have your first dot Safety audit and that will happen after a year of you having your operating authority and make sure that you have everything in order cuz if you don't they will revoke your authority it is good to be leased onto somebody but you need to watch yourself because some companies will screw you over and I don't know what size trailer you have or going to pull but if it's a 40 foot I would have definitely got you a dually and I would definitely go and get your CDL because if the hot shot and stuff don't work you could always go and drive semi trucks it's not that hard to do all you have to do is study for it I have my CDL and once every two years I have to go do a DOT physical and that's where they check your eyes and your hearing and so on and so forth my dad's got a 40 foot dovetail that we use from time to time to haul four wheelers with I have two customers that are all four wheelers for and one of my customers I haul trailers for as well and depending on the weight in the trailer that you're going to pick up for somebody you may definitely need to have a CDL
Great video! Keep it up! I'm looking to get started in the hot shot business in the next couple of months so I appreciate you sharing your information.
Good for you brother, I've been thinking about it for about 15 years..I've been in the car business for 21 years with the same dealership lol I would really like to take the leap..I'm just to dedicated. But I'm really thinking about it lol. I'm gonna hit the sub button!
I have done this same thing with new dodge trucks. if i can offer a bit of advice..these trucks are expensive and you will be putting a ton of miles on it faster than you will be paying it off...figure out how many miles you plan on putting on this truck before you sell, trade in on a new one or retire this one. take the total cost of the truck and divide this by that amount of miles. that will give you a truck payment cost per mile and let you know how much extra you need to pay on that truck in addition to your monthly payment. this will help you from being upside down on value (never know when life will change and maybe you want to sell off the truck). otherwise, in 2 years when it has 200,000 miles and you still owed $40,000 or so on it (no idea what your interest rate is or the term you chose). or 4 years at 400,000 miles and still owe $20,000. also consider that you will need to put back money to replace this truck at that time. i made every mile count on my truck. i had my own authority. i got set up with a couple manufacturers and i hauled exclusively for them, same loads every few days. i hauled cars back because they were plentiful and paid ok.(again repetitious loads with a contracted dealer). my main load paid better than average load board rates. this made hauling cars a good easy and fast back haul. repetition was the key to efficiency for me. i put between 250,000 and 285,000 on my trucks and sold them when they were about 3 years old. once the trucks crest 300k miles.....the value drops dramatically. if you plan to go 300k i would suggest taking it to 500k (hopefully it makes it) and then just retire it. i have known people go up to 500k but they were constantly plagued with nuisance troubles that were not expensive to repair but they would keep them from driving. i wish you luck!
Everyone commenting on how they want to get started, keep reading all the other comments saying the same exact thing. That is your competition. Be aware that the market is FUCKED up right now because of everyone getting into hotshot. In the last 2 years I've seen the pay come down at least 35-45%. Hell, I called on something to be dispatched 2 days ago, was told it would be dispatched to me and before I could hang up someone was calling up offering to do it cheaper than it was listed. So they gave it to them. All these new people are racing to the bottom on pay because they are desperate to work and don't realize you cannot sustain a business this way. I'm sorry to say, but a lot of you new guys joining are ruining it for everyone. My insurance agent told me about the astronomical increase in hotshots hes insured in the last 6-12 months, but an overwhelming amount of them are going bankrupt within about 3 months because they are simply not making enough. They are not asking to be paid what they are worth, just what they can get.
Daniel Malone I agree partner. But it’s called competition and that is the way of capitalism. It sucks at first but give it time and the pendulum will swing back. It always does. Hang in there and stay safe on the roads.
same happening in box penske truck. Help the new drivers and tell them how to do it, because it is independent contractors duty now, to bring prices at the fair market exchange.
Your story sounds like mine. I applied with police and passed the test but ended up with Direct. You're right since att took over its been all down hill and now I'm looking to get into hotshotting. Working on my CDL now
@Steven James Quiroga I ended up no doing hotshot because of the huge startup cost and things. I’m doing more of a local hauling type thing along with some junk removal. What area are you in?
@Steven James Quiroga yeah that exactly what it is. People always need stuff moved. Get a truck and trailer and go sit at your local Home Depot or lowes. I came across a place that did auctions and gave flyers to the warehouse staff and my phone started ringing the next day with people needing to get appliances home
I've been a company driver tractor trailer for 19 plus years. I used to work line haul for Dayton Freight pulling hazmat loads and now I deliver steel with a flatbed. I always thought about being a owner operator but just can't get past the risk of failure. . Best wishes to you and your new endeavor.
You fear the risk of owing your own rig but you don't fear hazardous materials or heavy steel? Failing at owning your own business hasn't really killed anyone, hazmat and steel has. Just my $0.02
I just passed on a post office tractor trailer career position w benefits day 1.. They start u working 3rd or 2nd shift with zero control of your off days or start time and if u do get a day off its in the middle of the week. This schedule can go on for 1 to 6 years. No thankx I'm going on 45 and need a work life balance. I currently work m_F with a consistent 530 am start time no holidays. . I worked graveyard 10 years and hate it. 2nd and 1st I would of took it. Oh well at least I can sleep like a normal human being
@@torledamatthews7062 Hi I was wondering what type of dispatching do you provide I'm in colorado I would like to stay local if possible if you can email me huhmantrucking@gmail.com
You could of just bought a semi truck with a sleeper and a regular flat bed or step deck. I been trucking since 03 on and off. Had my own authority twice. My insurance on a big truck with reefer. 980$ a month. Includes reefer break down and other tow perks etc. Reefer was 27k with 10k hours. 2012 man year. Truck was 22k in 2013. But I have rebuilt the engine and other things. I have put 20k on avg per year in the truck. That’s with me doing as much labor myself as I can. I’m a basic entry level bolt on bolt off mech. I don’t do anything major. That goes to the shop for the pros. I made 150k last year gross. 80k miles traveled. Worked about 180days otr. The rest was home and watching tv or working on the truck or hanging out at the gym. There is money in the business. I’m not sure about hot shot but big trucks still have money in it. You have to run legal and it pays off in the long run to have a good authority and good ins. You can charge more if you have a good rep. Key in this business is to keep people out your pockets. Shops, factoring, high interest loans , road side repairs etc. just keep folks out your pockets and you should make a living. Good luck. Stay safe and welcome to trucking business.
Hi there gcal 1956, I have been thinking of getting into the industry. Could you share some of your experience to have the time off you do? Maybe speak to the path you took. Any help or advice would be greatly appreciated. If you'd rather you can email me at monsieurshef@gmail.com
Yes you could buy a semi but for the benefit you'd need a CDL first. It's a big cost to entry to the individual that DOESN'T want to go to one of the big trucking companies that'll hire and train them to drive an 18-wheeler over the road in return for a 1 year or more work contract.
Good luck with everything. I live up outside of Athens. I also drive for Carvana as a transporter as well. We always have third party guys in the yard picking up vehicles.
Just subscribed and plan to watch most of your videos. Curious.......are you still running under someone else's authority........or are you now your own authority? Thanks!
I heard that many times but honestly I don't know what's the problem with that, My test soon even yesterday I was at trial shop to rent a Trailer the guy working there wish me good luck and say to many guys failed for the pere trip, I just wounder is theirs any thing more then I indicate and announce very thing in the truck and the trailer or they're asking you? Would you mind to share what's going on form your experience.
They don't ask. They tell you to go through what you do for a pre trip. You just explain everything you would check and walk around pointing out the items you are referring to.
And even though many don't do it when actually on the road, for the test, you need to cover everything that is supposed to be checked. That includes down to even, the wipers, windshield washer, horn, seat belts, etc. Most people say the lights, tires, lug nuts and the big stuff and then forget the little things. Read the handbook for the test. it covers all the stuff you need to know. it is mostly just common sense, so don't over think it.
When you say you did some poking around and realized that new trucks were the same as used. How did you come to that conclusion. I've been thinking about doing Hot Shotting. I worked on the oil rigs forever and I'd like to do something different. Also so the man you talked to meant 26,001 lbs is CDL. That's only counted in truck and trailer weight?
You didn’t say what you did to solve the CDL problem. Did you get a CDL? Did you find a lighter truck and trailer combination? What is the limit for truck and trailer before you have to get a CDL? How hard is it to get your CDL and which type? Class A?
Hi! I'm new to your channel, so forgive me if I appear behind. I've had a cdl since 2005, I ran sleeper cab Cascadia 53" flatbed for about 1.5 years but then mostly did 48" dry van day cab. I recently went back to flatbed and have been thinking about getting my own Super Duty / goose-neck trailer and doing my own thing. Do you know of any good companies for driver management? You mentioned they take care of DOT and MC, deduct insurance, fuel card etc. Even if you don't want to drop any names, if you could point me in the right direction that would be great. Thanks for the videos!
Is a 2014 Ram 3500 SRW with the 5.7l hemi. Quad cab short bed enough to start? I own the truck and purchased the lifetime warranty for it. It's got 53k miles on it. I'm to the point of it being too much truck for me fuel cost wise for the truck not pulling in any cash for me and I hate to let it go. I'm located in SE Michigan.
Get your own TCS Fuel Card. They don't require DOT or MC number, but you have to call them to register. If you decide to register through their site, you will have to provide a DOT or MC number or it won't let you submit the registration form.
Good video,thanks..quik question, could I use a cargo van instead of a heavy duty pick up truck , to pull the trailer? I think I know where I can get a cheap trailer..I figure I can sleep/live in van, what do you think? Thanks
I have a friend that is a trucker and he has convinced me to get my cdl but I don't have the money for school yet and this seems like a good start, by any chance have you gotten your cdl or consider it?
Class A ddl. Find a company that offers company sponsored training. Swift, Prime, Schneider, PAM, Rhoel, and many others will pay for training upfront and you sign a contract to work for a year and a small portion of your pay each week. I am almost done with my first year with one of the mentioned companies then i am free to move to another company if i wish without having to repay a student loan for the schooling. I recommend going to truckingtruth.com to bone up on the tests and read over the forums. If you do go for it and become a truck driver good luck.... one piece of advice is listen to your trainers and be hungry for what they teach.
Hey would you have changed your truck decision now that Tow Piglet has let out the trick of just having the trailer company to change the GVW sticker on your trailer to accommodate the 26000 pound rating? I mean if you could get a redo would you go with the Dodge Dually and a new sticker on your trailer?
Or would you ever consider doing the 1 ton dually Enterprise long term rental? That's my only concern in starting Hotshotting. I would probably want a new truck to cut back in maintenance but then it would end up with several hundred thousand miles on it before it was paid off. That long term rental deal seems worth it. I was just wondering your thoughts on it.
I just recently left a full time union job as a butcher and have a 2013 F250 of my own. Never had a CDL, but was wondering what kinds of hauling work I could get independently in NJ with or without one.
Should’ve stuck with the Dodge my man...it’s not “fancy” for a reason! It’s built for down right pulling the world off its axis! That Aisin transmission is unstoppable, ask around about it in the industry you’ll see.
Aisin is 💩. Put any power to them and they can't handle it. The 6R140 found in Ford's is the strongest pickup transmission on the market, no contest. The 6.7/6R140 combo comes in vehicles with gross combined up to 50k....
I worked at Aisin drivetrain for 2 years it's in Crothersville Indiana. Ok if only you could see how those shit boxes are made you would be surprised that a single one made it to 100k miles. New hires got 10 mins of training. Everyone was either hungover or high on painkillers. The production control department supplied the main line with parts would drop shit all the time scrambling to pick it up and put it on the line. A lazy ass supervisor got tired of every 3rd trans failing leak test he plugged part of the leak tester with duct tape so it would always read positive pressure.
Thanks so much I was looking into the same truck.Appreciate the information and you showing how much the truck calls were checking into ours this week.And I did the same thing I just quit my job and my husband has a CDL. We have our own company already I’m just getting ready to get my MC number & DOT number and will be running under our own authority. I’m so excited!
(edit) just get a CDL, no point is selling yourself short. being as the insurance and all other cost are the same i bought a 2012 Freightliner Cascadia single axle day cab. (im not doing super long hauls) bought it with 500k on the clock. has egr cooler leak and oil wicking the injector harness. so after the $10k i paid for it i got another $5k into it to have it road ready. has a detroit dd13 and 10 speed fuller. loaded it will get better mpg than a loaded pickup hands down. will break less, and give me far less trouble. turns sharper, stops better and is far more comfortable with far better visibility than any pick up. it's easily got another 500k miles of life left in it and i promise you that ford will not give you 500k even if it was not worked hard. i just can't see buying a pick up for this type of work. not after the 5 transmissions and 3 rear ends my dodge has ate up to reach the 500k miles it currently has. the only thing that lasted was the cummins and that powerjoke will never live that long. that is not me being a brand nazi that is honest experience from a guy who has been doing this a long time and destroyed enough trucks doing to to know what is what. no pickup will survive doing work meant for a road tractor.
A bit of advice, look into "bullet proofing " that Ford. I'm talking about the engine. Delete emission equipment if possible. If you had a Cummins it would already be bulletproof. Lol. Check out Powerstrokehelp channel. Good luck from a Otr big rig driver !
Hi brother how r u? I'm very interested in this type of work ( Hotshot ) I live in Florida I don't know anything about it can you give a step-by-step rundown please?
I've watched a few videos on hot shots - it's often mentioned about the sleeper needing to be some kind of 'approved unit' - I'm sure you'll find out about this
Interested in getting a little info in hotshot driving. My dad is a trucker and we’re interested in starting a hotshot business. I’m looking for additional info aside getting a cdl.
Me too. Just bought a brand new 2019 F250 6.7 so I’m halfway there. Now need trailer etc but I don’t know how to get started or where to go to get started.
I just Googled sleeping in the backseat of your pick up being a Hotshot and he said your Sleeper Berth to be DOT approved got to be 78 in wide long from the back seat to the back of the cab so I'm almost positive sleeping in the back of your truck converting it into a sleeper or is it legal cuz it is not a DOT approved sleeper I mean the back in the day cops would write you a ticket for that but nowadays I don't know if there are no the laws but I'm almost positive that you sleeping in the backseat of your truck is illegal Google it and find out. It says something about a p and 78th in from the back of your cab to the back of your seats
SouthGeorgiaHotShot and yet they still get you down the road in the same amount of time, with less maintenance, and will last a million miles if you treat them right. The reason for that is simple. Ford didn’t even make a 7.3. International made it for them, and in fact its the exact same engine they put in their Medium Duty trucks (33,000 GVWR and below). International calls it the T444E. I will say I think Ford did a good job with the 6.7. Most last about 500,000 or so. So you’ve got a good truck for a few years at least.
dont get into cars. No money in them unless you can haul 4 or more. these guys on h ere run their asses off with a 3 car to make any money. I would get a flatbed instead. Unless you have a gig already setup for cars. I own 3 hotshot trucks and have done this game for 3 years now. Cars suck to run.
I am a licensed contractor and beekeeper so basically when the swarm moves into the stucco wall or roof I go remove the bees cut open area they moved into clean the comb and honey then repair everything. Needless to say some drunk driver hit me doing 60mph I was hurt pretty bad now 4 months later I can't do that job any more and I really have wanting to do hot shot trucking but have no clue how to start. Would really like to talk to someone like you.
I have a 2011 F450 and want to do the same thing. In SoCalifornia the industry seems crowded Not sure if I should go on my own or hire on with someone .
Advice from an old school trucker with over two decades experience if you're going to be a trucker be a trucker not half ass Hotshot drivers stay in a business 4 to 6 years before they bail out
You must know some crumb ass business owners. Parents have been in business 31 years. You can be that big bad truck driver spending weeks on the road. I’ll work my short days and be home with my family every night cashing my 2-3k a week checks.
I relocate RV trailers and 5th wheels as my business, been curious about U ship? Great truck and good job on the heavy duty 3/4 ton. I have a Dodge heavy duty 2500, diesel. Good luck in your career.
Get you a cdl a ram 5500 and a 40ft trailer you’ll easily bring in 4grand after expenses weekly but that’s a good start brother save up and upgrade ! Get the cdl
Are you going CDL or not is the main question there. Second question is will you need storage on the truck outside of what you have available in the cab.
Not sure why this GVWR issue is being made to be so controversial because its really very simple. If your vehicle is RATED higher than 26k you need a CDL, if not you don't. Proof, ANY Joe Blow with a drivers license can go buy a 26' box truck rated under 26k and drive it off the lot no CDL required. Why because the GVWR is not the true weight of the vehicle but the "safe operating rating" so you can go load that vehicle up and as long as you don't exceed 26k (combined load and truck) there is no infraction. Now in the same situation someone with a CDL can also not load that vehicle up more than 26k because that's the vehicle rating and they will be considered in violation for overloading. With that being said, being overloaded does not automatically mean your getting a driving without a CDL charge it just means your overloaded and will be required to reduce your load amount before you can operate. You may be ticketed by someone that doesn't understand that but it will not hold up. A truck and trailer is no different. The truck has a rating and the trailer has a rating together they can not be over 26k and the load can not exceed the rating of either axle meaning you can't shift a load forward or backward to fool the scale.
20% is way to much. 15% is customary but still to much. The fuel card will save you at the big chain stops that overprice their fuel. The mom and pop stops and cash is the way to go. You need to find your own customers and run your own dot numbers and get 100% of the revenue. Call nastc national association of small trucking companies pay the 250.00 take the class. Get their fuel card. Pay the 350 for your own mc numbers pay your own insurance. Or at least get your mc and have it on hold till you can afford to do it all at once. But having your own customers is key.
The only problem with using your crew cab as a sleeper is that it’s not dot approved. You can’t legally go to sleeper on your eld. Required to purchase hotel room. You probably have already found this information out.
Nice bro question have can we look for company that can give us route 😁I’ll apréciate if you can help me im driving a flatbed tow truck but will like to do hotshot 🙏👍
Then you pay backside of social security, then you pay your own insurance, then you pay bobtail insurance, for when you disconnect trailer to service truck , then comes the inspection for trailer, inspection for truck records of everything oil changes,tires ,electrical, fuel filters , lites straps tiedown equipment and so on
Yes. We get it. It's the same as if you'd bought your own tractor and wanted to drive 18 wheelers. There's a lot of expenses. Was there some sort of point you were trying to make here or are you just a very negative person? As with big trucks, if done correctly, and you're willing to really work at it, there's plenty of money to be made if you know how to go about it.
I am trying to locate a company to lease on with but no one is willing to offer me a chance, Can you advise or offer any assistance? I'm 52 and great driving record, no CDL. I have not purchased my truck or trailer.
I’ve noticed in A LOT of your videos you have been having to click the GPS to turn off VOICE COMMAND, if you never use this option like my self go into the GPS setting not the trucking settings and find voice control. Click this and you should see a wrench 🔧 in the upper left corner, click that, then UN-CHECK the voice command option. It’s so damn annoying..
The voice command where you accidentally say something and then in the background your GPS starts asking you say a command... That, not the part where it talks to you completely, i’m talking about on a Garmin type device.
It's crazy watching this video a year later.
Chris Anderson so many mistakes
Mistakes? You did better than me. We bought a truck and trailer and loaded a boat and headed out. Stopped at the first Florida weight station and DOT asking for all of our paperwork and Logbook. Our reply, ...I have no idea what you're talking about! He laughed and said "the only law you haven't broken was pulling into the weight station " that's making mistakes!🤣🤣🤣
I didn't have a CDL, DOT #'S I wasn't even close to being legal.
Still glad you started your hot shot business? I’m a company truck driver thinking about going hot shot.
@@tailgatedrinkin nope should have went big truck
Advise first your future brother -
#1 Bells & whistles dont pay the bills & dont get you better loads. You got bad info on GVW. If your under 8k (truck only) per FMCSA/DOT you will not be inspected as a heavy truck. Wont matter how heavy the trailer is or the load your carrying. (Ive had 3 Level 1 insp & passed every time WITH a full load (32k lbs)
#2. Should have stuck with RAM. They offer a specialized option of their Tradesmen edition that is built for hot shot hauling. Better trans, bed lighting, spray in bedliner, better gear ratio & all the tow options. Cant beat a Cummins for long life & power. List price is around $55k (Bought mine for $47,500 OTD)
#3 GET YOUR CDL. Not required but it'll open a lot more doors for you.
#4 Register your truck at the manufacturer's placard weight. (Below 8k) That will keep you from having to deal with IFTA taxes.
#5 Get a ELD! Required by law if your driving more than 150 air miles from home.
#6 Most important advice I can give you is understand you are selling yourself not your truck or business name. Be professional, humble, respectful & honest with every customer. It'll generate more business than any load board can.
I've been doing this for a while now & trust me, the opinions I listed come from my own trial & error. But it's only my opinion, every man must walk his own path.
Check out TowPiglet & Truck&Travel on RUclips. Great people I know that are open books of knowledge and loves to help newbies be successful.
Good luck brother, God bless & stay safe out there. FAITH & FREEDOM TRANSPORT INC.
So nice of you to produce information, i myself live in S Georgia ,Valdosta, Homerville area ,I've been wanting to get in the hotshot business, im 54,disabled, do you think they will pass me so i can do this ,it will be my son also hopefully, please tell me your thoughts please, you sounded like a good man and didn't mind telling your experience, thank you so very kindly, Freddy Smith
Im just starting out in this can you give me some info on a decent insurance company. I will be getring my own mc and dot number. And i do have a class a cdl
Faith & Freedom so you’re say if my truck gvw is 8000 I don’t need to register with IFTA? Di still need IPR?
Sounds like good advice I'm in
Im completely new ,and have no truck or trailer. Would you please give me some references / starting points to be successful. Thanks matt s.
Dude I worked for at&t and directv for three years,quit about 5 months ago,and got my Cdl class A.Best decision I've ever made.😂
I might go hotshot after a year or two.
It’s interesting watching this video 3 years later
Nice rig. I drive a 2018 f350 6.7. Tow a toyhauler for camping and I really love my truck. Stay Strong, Vigilant, and Prayed Up!
Had a 6.0 dually.....a total and complete piece of CRAP! THANK GOD IT WAS STOLEN! ONE OF THE BEST DAYS OF MY LIFE!
no need for vulgarity
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@@brianwilless1589 yah calm down nancy!
dalton brooks 😂
@@brianwilless1589 pussy
Lets takea trip down to the local river. Sure we can find that truck with ease.
Chase your dreams don’t let anyone stop you, especially all over technical bullshit it all works out
I have a 98 Dodge ram 3500 and it's a very good truck to hot shot with and it was a truck that was given to me by my dad and he also gave me a 26 foot dovetail now one thing if you do happen to go into it yourself you will have your first dot Safety audit and that will happen after a year of you having your operating authority and make sure that you have everything in order cuz if you don't they will revoke your authority it is good to be leased onto somebody but you need to watch yourself because some companies will screw you over and I don't know what size trailer you have or going to pull but if it's a 40 foot I would have definitely got you a dually and I would definitely go and get your CDL because if the hot shot and stuff don't work you could always go and drive semi trucks it's not that hard to do all you have to do is study for it I have my CDL and once every two years I have to go do a DOT physical and that's where they check your eyes and your hearing and so on and so forth my dad's got a 40 foot dovetail that we use from time to time to haul four wheelers with I have two customers that are all four wheelers for and one of my customers I haul trailers for as well and depending on the weight in the trailer that you're going to pick up for somebody you may definitely need to have a CDL
Great video! Keep it up! I'm looking to get started in the hot shot business in the next couple of months so I appreciate you sharing your information.
Good for you brother, I've been thinking about it for about 15 years..I've been in the car business for 21 years with the same dealership lol I would really like to take the leap..I'm just to dedicated. But I'm really thinking about it lol. I'm gonna hit the sub button!
I have done this same thing with new dodge trucks. if i can offer a bit of advice..these trucks are expensive and you will be putting a ton of miles on it faster than you will be paying it off...figure out how many miles you plan on putting on this truck before you sell, trade in on a new one or retire this one. take the total cost of the truck and divide this by that amount of miles. that will give you a truck payment cost per mile and let you know how much extra you need to pay on that truck in addition to your monthly payment. this will help you from being upside down on value (never know when life will change and maybe you want to sell off the truck). otherwise, in 2 years when it has 200,000 miles and you still owed $40,000 or so on it (no idea what your interest rate is or the term you chose). or 4 years at 400,000 miles and still owe $20,000. also consider that you will need to put back money to replace this truck at that time. i made every mile count on my truck. i had my own authority. i got set up with a couple manufacturers and i hauled exclusively for them, same loads every few days. i hauled cars back because they were plentiful and paid ok.(again repetitious loads with a contracted dealer). my main load paid better than average load board rates. this made hauling cars a good easy and fast back haul. repetition was the key to efficiency for me. i put between 250,000 and 285,000 on my trucks and sold them when they were about 3 years old. once the trucks crest 300k miles.....the value drops dramatically. if you plan to go 300k i would suggest taking it to 500k (hopefully it makes it) and then just retire it. i have known people go up to 500k but they were constantly plagued with nuisance troubles that were not expensive to repair but they would keep them from driving. i wish you luck!
Yep this is the plan
So sad that a new generation diesel that costs 9k+ doesn’t last 500k miles
SouthGeorgiaHotShot what company did you start with if you don’t mind me asking? I’m also in south Ga. looking for work!
@@meseahunt i would agree . what a damn shame
Loser
Everyone commenting on how they want to get started, keep reading all the other comments saying the same exact thing. That is your competition. Be aware that the market is FUCKED up right now because of everyone getting into hotshot. In the last 2 years I've seen the pay come down at least 35-45%. Hell, I called on something to be dispatched 2 days ago, was told it would be dispatched to me and before I could hang up someone was calling up offering to do it cheaper than it was listed. So they gave it to them. All these new people are racing to the bottom on pay because they are desperate to work and don't realize you cannot sustain a business this way. I'm sorry to say, but a lot of you new guys joining are ruining it for everyone.
My insurance agent told me about the astronomical increase in hotshots hes insured in the last 6-12 months, but an overwhelming amount of them are going bankrupt within about 3 months because they are simply not making enough. They are not asking to be paid what they are worth, just what they can get.
Daniel Malone I agree partner. But it’s called competition and that is the way of capitalism. It sucks at first but give it time and the pendulum will swing back. It always does. Hang in there and stay safe on the roads.
same happening in box penske truck. Help the new drivers and tell them how to do it, because it is independent contractors duty now, to bring prices at the fair market exchange.
Now that Uber has entered into trucking market it's only going to get worse.
That’s been happening for a few decades now in the trucking industry as far as 18 wheelers go, welcome to the party lol
leojoshua21
Yep. Watching this industry to see how it swings. I was delivery for a service for a bit and tempted to get my feet wetter ...
Thanks for thinking of others that are struggling and looking.
Your story sounds like mine. I applied with police and passed the test but ended up with Direct. You're right since att took over its been all down hill and now I'm looking to get into hotshotting. Working on my CDL now
@Steven James Quiroga I ended up no doing hotshot because of the huge startup cost and things. I’m doing more of a local hauling type thing along with some junk removal. What area are you in?
@Steven James Quiroga yeah that exactly what it is. People always need stuff moved. Get a truck and trailer and go sit at your local Home Depot or lowes. I came across a place that did auctions and gave flyers to the warehouse staff and my phone started ringing the next day with people needing to get appliances home
sir I have the 6.7 cummins , thank you for such a honest and humble video. im not running any crazy heavy loads. thx
Fixing to get into RV transport just found your channel. Nice truck !
Great video!
You're honesty shows. Keep us updated. Nice truck!
I've been a company driver tractor trailer for 19 plus years. I used to work line haul for Dayton Freight pulling hazmat loads and now I deliver steel with a flatbed. I always thought about being a owner operator but just can't get past the risk of failure. . Best wishes to you and your new endeavor.
joe scott why how did you let fear paralyze you so much? step out on faith man.
You fear the risk of owing your own rig but you don't fear hazardous materials or heavy steel? Failing at owning your own business hasn't really killed anyone, hazmat and steel has. Just my $0.02
You miss 100% of the shots you don't take
I am on my 2nd year as O/O (leased on to carrier). BEST move I’ve ever made.
I just passed on a post office tractor trailer career position w benefits day 1.. They start u working 3rd or 2nd shift with zero control of your off days or start time and if u do get a day off its in the middle of the week. This schedule can go on for 1 to 6 years. No thankx I'm going on 45 and need a work life balance. I currently work m_F with a consistent 530 am start time no holidays. . I worked graveyard 10 years and hate it. 2nd and 1st I would of took it. Oh well at least I can sleep like a normal human being
new subie my son and I are starting a hotshot business and I have a dispatching business. truckers let's all stay connected.
Please how do I start? Which company?
@@adekunleadeniran9633 Do you have a truck? I can offer Dispatch services to you through my business.
@@torledamatthews7062
Hi I was wondering what type of dispatching do you provide I'm in colorado I would like to stay local if possible if you can email me huhmantrucking@gmail.com
Yeah I'm down to keep in touch for sure!!!!!
Torleda Matthews
I’m in Tennessee. And would love to start hot shotting how do I find loads?
Very interested in this line of work. Please keep posting.
You could of just bought a semi truck with a sleeper and a regular flat bed or step deck.
I been trucking since 03 on and off.
Had my own authority twice.
My insurance on a big truck with reefer.
980$ a month. Includes reefer break down and other tow perks etc.
Reefer was 27k with 10k hours. 2012 man year.
Truck was 22k in 2013. But I have rebuilt the engine and other things.
I have put 20k on avg per year in the truck. That’s with me doing as much labor myself as I can. I’m a basic entry level bolt on bolt off mech. I don’t do anything major. That goes to the shop for the pros.
I made 150k last year gross. 80k miles traveled.
Worked about 180days otr.
The rest was home and watching tv or working on the truck or hanging out at the gym.
There is money in the business. I’m not sure about hot shot but big trucks still have money in it.
You have to run legal and it pays off in the long run to have a good authority and good ins. You can charge more if you have a good rep.
Key in this business is to keep people out your pockets. Shops, factoring, high interest loans , road side repairs etc. just keep folks out your pockets and you should make a living.
Good luck. Stay safe and welcome to trucking business.
Gcal1956 I’m getting my CDL love trucking thanks
Hi there gcal 1956, I have been thinking of getting into the industry. Could you share some of your experience to have the time off you do? Maybe speak to the path you took. Any help or advice would be greatly appreciated. If you'd rather you can email me at monsieurshef@gmail.com
Gcal1956 you didn’t do 150k miles in 6 months 25k miles a month is impossible even if you have 2 log books
@@orlandohorta594 Not 150k miles, 150k dollars grossed.
Yes you could buy a semi but for the benefit you'd need a CDL first. It's a big cost to entry to the individual that DOESN'T want to go to one of the big trucking companies that'll hire and train them to drive an 18-wheeler over the road in return for a 1 year or more work contract.
Good luck with everything. I live up outside of Athens. I also drive for Carvana as a transporter as well. We always have third party guys in the yard picking up vehicles.
Good luck man! Hope you make lots of money!
You said you have 2 kids. What do you do with them while one the road?
Hands down your explanation is soooo thorough
Welcome to Hotshot Trucking/Transport
Why did you go with a Ford instead of a Ram?
The 2500 doesn't come with the aisin.
SouthGeorgiaHotShot that makes sense
SouthGeorgiaHotShot RAM
Ford is a good truck. I use an F350 and don't have any problems with it.
@@SouthGeorgiahotshot thinking about going into the business, any advice bro?
what's the name of the company you leased on with?
Just subscribed and plan to watch most of your videos. Curious.......are you still running under someone else's authority........or are you now your own authority? Thanks!
You've come a long way.
For all y'all thinking about CDL , one of the biggest part of test is the pre-trip & post-trip. Just saying. Hope this helps😊
I heard that many times but honestly I don't know what's the problem with that,
My test soon even yesterday I was at trial shop to rent a Trailer the guy working there wish me good luck and say to many guys failed for the pere trip, I just wounder is theirs any thing more then I indicate and announce very thing in the truck and the trailer or they're asking you?
Would you mind to share what's going on form your experience.
They don't ask. They tell you to go through what you do for a pre trip. You just explain everything you would check and walk around pointing out the items you are referring to.
@@happypappy6371 thank you for replying
Appreciate it.
And even though many don't do it when actually on the road, for the test, you need to cover everything that is supposed to be checked. That includes down to even, the wipers, windshield washer, horn, seat belts, etc. Most people say the lights, tires, lug nuts and the big stuff and then forget the little things. Read the handbook for the test. it covers all the stuff you need to know. it is mostly just common sense, so don't over think it.
No shit. Another major portion is air brakes.
Crazy to watch this a year later. You even look different.
When you say you did some poking around and realized that new trucks were the same as used. How did you come to that conclusion. I've been thinking about doing Hot Shotting. I worked on the oil rigs forever and I'd like to do something different. Also so the man you talked to meant 26,001 lbs is CDL. That's only counted in truck and trailer weight?
You didn’t say what you did to solve the CDL problem. Did you get a CDL? Did you find a lighter truck and trailer combination? What is the limit for truck and trailer before you have to get a CDL? How hard is it to get your CDL and which type? Class A?
Hi! I'm new to your channel, so forgive me if I appear behind. I've had a cdl since 2005, I ran sleeper cab Cascadia 53" flatbed for about 1.5 years but then mostly did 48" dry van day cab. I recently went back to flatbed and have been thinking about getting my own Super Duty / goose-neck trailer and doing my own thing. Do you know of any good companies for driver management? You mentioned they take care of DOT and MC, deduct insurance, fuel card etc. Even if you don't want to drop any names, if you could point me in the right direction that would be great. Thanks for the videos!
do a search on facebook. just type in hotshot jobs or cdl hotshot at the top. lots of companies
Hey Roberto is it better to start out with a new truck or can I use like a 10 year old duramax
Is a 2014 Ram 3500 SRW with the 5.7l hemi. Quad cab short bed enough to start? I own the truck and purchased the lifetime warranty for it. It's got 53k miles on it. I'm to the point of it being too much truck for me fuel cost wise for the truck not pulling in any cash for me and I hate to let it go. I'm located in SE Michigan.
Get your own TCS Fuel Card. They don't require DOT or MC number, but you have to call them to register. If you decide to register through their site, you will have to provide a DOT or MC number or it won't let you submit the registration form.
Hey, great videos... are you still doing hotshot non CDL?? Did you get a lots of loads??
Good video,thanks..quik question, could I use a cargo van instead of a heavy duty pick up truck , to pull the trailer? I think I know where I can get a cheap trailer..I figure I can sleep/live in van, what do you think? Thanks
Very interesting video, thank you.
Hey can you tell the name of the company, I’m trying to start a business as well Robert
Sghs, headed to Bartow Florida and I will be there on Friday, any suggestions on how to get out???? The boards suck!!!!
Steve Worosz yes don’t go lol
I have a friend that is a trucker and he has convinced me to get my cdl but I don't have the money for school yet and this seems like a good start, by any chance have you gotten your cdl or consider it?
Class A ddl. Find a company that offers company sponsored training. Swift, Prime, Schneider, PAM, Rhoel, and many others will pay for training upfront and you sign a contract to work for a year and a small portion of your pay each week. I am almost done with my first year with one of the mentioned companies then i am free to move to another company if i wish without having to repay a student loan for the schooling. I recommend going to truckingtruth.com to bone up on the tests and read over the forums. If you do go for it and become a truck driver good luck.... one piece of advice is listen to your trainers and be hungry for what they teach.
No cdl yet, but will be getting it.
Hey would you have changed your truck decision now that Tow Piglet has let out the trick of just having the trailer company to change the GVW sticker on your trailer to accommodate the 26000 pound rating? I mean if you could get a redo would you go with the Dodge Dually and a new sticker on your trailer?
Or would you ever consider doing the 1 ton dually Enterprise long term rental? That's my only concern in starting Hotshotting. I would probably want a new truck to cut back in maintenance but then it would end up with several hundred thousand miles on it before it was paid off. That long term rental deal seems worth it. I was just wondering your thoughts on it.
I would have stayed away from the business
How’s it been going?with the trucking?I was thinking of doing the same thing
I just recently left a full time union job as a butcher and have a 2013 F250 of my own. Never had a CDL, but was wondering what kinds of hauling work I could get independently in NJ with or without one.
Nj is a good place to be to run some local loads. Traffic sucks but you know that already
Should’ve stuck with the Dodge my man...it’s not “fancy” for a reason! It’s built for down right pulling the world off its axis!
That Aisin transmission is unstoppable, ask around about it in the industry you’ll see.
Aisin is 💩. Put any power to them and they can't handle it. The 6R140 found in Ford's is the strongest pickup transmission on the market, no contest. The 6.7/6R140 combo comes in vehicles with gross combined up to 50k....
Sure Pal...
@@southernslangerz2254
Facts, go do your research. Or try it yourself lol.
Never questioned you pal.
I worked at Aisin drivetrain for 2 years it's in Crothersville Indiana. Ok if only you could see how those shit boxes are made you would be surprised that a single one made it to 100k miles. New hires got 10 mins of training. Everyone was either hungover or high on painkillers. The production control department supplied the main line with parts would drop shit all the time scrambling to pick it up and put it on the line. A lazy ass supervisor got tired of every 3rd trans failing leak test he plugged part of the leak tester with duct tape so it would always read positive pressure.
Thanks so much I was looking into the same truck.Appreciate the information and you showing how much the truck calls were checking into ours this week.And I did the same thing I just quit my job and my husband has a CDL. We have our own company already I’m just getting ready to get my MC number & DOT number and will be running under our own authority. I’m so excited!
(edit) just get a CDL, no point is selling yourself short.
being as the insurance and all other cost are the same i bought a 2012 Freightliner Cascadia single axle day cab. (im not doing super long hauls) bought it with 500k on the clock. has egr cooler leak and oil wicking the injector harness. so after the $10k i paid for it i got another $5k into it to have it road ready. has a detroit dd13 and 10 speed fuller. loaded it will get better mpg than a loaded pickup hands down. will break less, and give me far less trouble. turns sharper, stops better and is far more comfortable with far better visibility than any pick up. it's easily got another 500k miles of life left in it and i promise you that ford will not give you 500k even if it was not worked hard. i just can't see buying a pick up for this type of work. not after the 5 transmissions and 3 rear ends my dodge has ate up to reach the 500k miles it currently has. the only thing that lasted was the cummins and that powerjoke will never live that long. that is not me being a brand nazi that is honest experience from a guy who has been doing this a long time and destroyed enough trucks doing to to know what is what. no pickup will survive doing work meant for a road tractor.
A bit of advice, look into "bullet proofing " that Ford. I'm talking about the engine. Delete emission equipment if possible. If you had a Cummins it would already be bulletproof. Lol. Check out Powerstrokehelp channel. Good luck from a Otr big rig driver !
Hello I like your channel very much the guy that plays the music at the beginning
I have CDL class a. Does that mean I can pretty much haul any weight the equipment is rated for? I'm thinking about going from semi truck to hotshot
I just did that was a owner operator for 16yrs but th machanic make more money than I so I get a 2020 f250 an doing hotshot now
Looking into getting into it myself. Didn’t realize how they calculated weight. Thinking about starting with car hauling
👍🏼👍🏼🇺🇸🇺🇸👍🏼👍🏼
Tow Piglet sent me.
Hi brother how r u? I'm very interested in this type of work ( Hotshot ) I live in Florida I don't know anything about it can you give a step-by-step rundown please?
I've watched a few videos on hot shots - it's often mentioned about the sleeper needing to be some kind of 'approved unit' - I'm sure you'll find out about this
Only an issue if you run teams.
All 14 of my Ram 4500's are finished out with Roadmaster Sleepers.
Thank you - Which company do you recommend to work with?
None, turn and run
Dam you paid almost 60K for just the XL? I paid 60K for the 2019 lariat with a leveling kit and after market rims and tires.
you got a deal i paid 51000 out the door for the stx fx4
I paid 76k for the 350 Limited
What company I'm from Warner Robbins and about get a new dodge. I have cdls also.
hey boss if you dont me asking whats the company that you went under when you first got started? thank you for the videos greatly appreciate it
He don't want you to take his loads away,!!
Hey love your videos I think I have watched about all of them if you don't mind me asking what company took you on when you started
Interested in getting a little info in hotshot driving. My dad is a trucker and we’re interested in starting a hotshot business. I’m looking for additional info aside getting a cdl.
new sub like the channel I actually live near where u got your truck in Jacksonville lol
Thanks and best of luck. I was looking at this as a part time option.
Me too. Just bought a brand new 2019 F250 6.7 so I’m halfway there. Now need trailer etc but I don’t know how to get started or where to go to get started.
Great video dude good luck!!!!👍🏻💪🏼
I just Googled sleeping in the backseat of your pick up being a Hotshot and he said your Sleeper Berth to be DOT approved got to be 78 in wide long from the back seat to the back of the cab so I'm almost positive sleeping in the back of your truck converting it into a sleeper or is it legal cuz it is not a DOT approved sleeper I mean the back in the day cops would write you a ticket for that but nowadays I don't know if there are no the laws but I'm almost positive that you sleeping in the backseat of your truck is illegal Google it and find out. It says something about a p and 78th in from the back of your cab to the back of your seats
I just log off duty
Dot most just fucking love you guys
Thanks for your videos. I'm actually very interested in hot shot but I do have a cdl
‘99-‘03 Ford 4x4 long wheel base dually trucks are the way to go
They have half the power of the newer engines
I agree. 7.3 was the best in my opinion.
SouthGeorgiaHotShot and yet they still get you down the road in the same amount of time, with less maintenance, and will last a million miles if you treat them right. The reason for that is simple. Ford didn’t even make a 7.3. International made it for them, and in fact its the exact same engine they put in their Medium Duty trucks (33,000 GVWR and below). International calls it the T444E.
I will say I think Ford did a good job with the 6.7. Most last about 500,000 or so. So you’ve got a good truck for a few years at least.
I currently have a full-time job and I am interested in car hailing as a side gig. Do you have any recommendations on how I get started?
dont get into cars. No money in them unless you can haul 4 or more. these guys on h ere run their asses off with a 3 car to make any money. I would get a flatbed instead. Unless you have a gig already setup for cars. I own 3 hotshot trucks and have done this game for 3 years now. Cars suck to run.
I’ve always heard its best ito have a dually for pulling trailers. How does your set up do ?
I am a licensed contractor and beekeeper so basically when the swarm moves into the stucco wall or roof I go remove the bees cut open area they moved into clean the comb and honey then repair everything. Needless to say some drunk driver hit me doing 60mph I was hurt pretty bad now 4 months later I can't do that job any more and I really have wanting to do hot shot trucking but have no clue how to start. Would really like to talk to someone like you.
It's bad enough living out of a tractor. I can't imagine driving over the road living out of a pick up truck.
@Jere Here dude...🤦🏽♂️😂😂😂😂
@Jere Here Lol!!
Jere Here small dick
Cool video. Would you recommend getting loan to get everything?
I would recommend not getting into it.
I have a 2011 F450 and want to do the same thing.
In SoCalifornia the industry seems crowded
Not sure if I should go on my own or hire on with someone .
neither, hotshot is dead
@@SouthGeorgiahotshot how so?
@@SouthGeorgiahotshot you just posted a video getting a load , how’s it dead ?
Advice from an old school trucker with over two decades experience if you're going to be a trucker be a trucker not half ass Hotshot drivers stay in a business 4 to 6 years before they bail out
You must know some crumb ass business owners. Parents have been in business 31 years. You can be that big bad truck driver spending weeks on the road. I’ll work my short days and be home with my family every night cashing my 2-3k a week checks.
@@flagpolechristmastreeguy what you do to be home every night making that I'm curious thanks
Turn the camera In landscape. Good luck on your channel and towing.
I'll screw this up a lot i'm sure lol
Hi I'm new in your channel, greetings from Utah, I want to do hotshot non CDL how o where can I start?
Please keep us updated ! I'm looking to maybe do the same thing .
We have like 100 videos now lol
I relocate RV trailers and 5th wheels as my business, been curious about U ship? Great truck and good job on the heavy duty 3/4 ton. I have a Dodge heavy duty 2500, diesel. Good luck in your career.
I've been told uship takes 28% and you have to compete with guys hauling illegally. (No dot numbers) so it's really hard to find good paying loads.
Get you a cdl a ram 5500 and a 40ft trailer you’ll easily bring in 4grand after expenses weekly but that’s a good start brother save up and upgrade ! Get the cdl
I'm thinking about starting a buisness. I have a 17 f250. What trailer did you purchase looking for a trailer.
First was a bigtex 25+5
@@SouthGeorgiahotshot Thanks ima look them up and see if I can find a decent price
@@blkmagnc4969 join some hotshot facebook pages. Lots of people going out of business
How much is your cargo insurance a month ? I’m looking at leasing through enterprise
Thanks for that information...It really helps.My question was...Should I go with a truck bed or chassis cab?
Are you going CDL or not is the main question there. Second question is will you need storage on the truck outside of what you have available in the cab.
When you went on board with this company that you leased your truck and trailer too, do they do background checks ??
Not sure why this GVWR issue is being made to be so controversial because its really very simple. If your vehicle is RATED higher than 26k you need a CDL, if not you don't. Proof, ANY Joe Blow with a drivers license can go buy a 26' box truck rated under 26k and drive it off the lot no CDL required. Why because the GVWR is not the true weight of the vehicle but the "safe operating rating" so you can go load that vehicle up and as long as you don't exceed 26k (combined load and truck) there is no infraction. Now in the same situation someone with a CDL can also not load that vehicle up more than 26k because that's the vehicle rating and they will be considered in violation for overloading. With that being said, being overloaded does not automatically mean your getting a driving without a CDL charge it just means your overloaded and will be required to reduce your load amount before you can operate. You may be ticketed by someone that doesn't understand that but it will not hold up. A truck and trailer is no different. The truck has a rating and the trailer has a rating together they can not be over 26k and the load can not exceed the rating of either axle meaning you can't shift a load forward or backward to fool the scale.
Im going to out fit my Honda ridgeline line up for hot shot...put tow mirrors on air bags for the weight..wish me luck..
Lol for real?
20% is way to much. 15% is customary but still to much. The fuel card will save you at the big chain stops that overprice their fuel. The mom and pop stops and cash is the way to go. You need to find your own customers and run your own dot numbers and get 100% of the revenue. Call nastc national association of small trucking companies pay the 250.00 take the class. Get their fuel card. Pay the 350 for your own mc numbers pay your own insurance. Or at least get your mc and have it on hold till you can afford to do it all at once. But having your own customers is key.
Best of luck looking for a employment change myself I'm going to keep an eye on you videos
Your video was really inspired thanks to share you story!
The only problem with using your crew cab as a sleeper is that it’s not dot approved. You can’t legally go to sleeper on your eld. Required to purchase hotel room. You probably have already found this information out.
Dot says it's not a problem as long as were not running teams
Good to hear.
Nice bro question have can we look for company that can give us route 😁I’ll apréciate if you can help me im driving a flatbed tow truck but will like to do hotshot 🙏👍
Then you pay backside of social security, then you pay your own insurance, then you pay bobtail insurance, for when you disconnect trailer to service truck , then comes the inspection for trailer, inspection for truck records of everything oil changes,tires ,electrical, fuel filters , lites straps tiedown equipment and so on
Yes. We get it. It's the same as if you'd bought your own tractor and wanted to drive 18 wheelers. There's a lot of expenses. Was there some sort of point you were trying to make here or are you just a very negative person? As with big trucks, if done correctly, and you're willing to really work at it, there's plenty of money to be made if you know how to go about it.
Hey buddy what it was the company name is was leasing or hire, thanks for sharing your information
I’m looking at getting into this what company did you go under
I would like to know as well.
You need a diesel for this type of work? Or can you get away with something like a gasoline F350?
You can do it but depending on how many miles you drive the diesel can pay for itself pretty quick
Can’t you do some tax write offs on your truck/trailer and your registration etc as you’re using your truck for business related same with gas?
Yes, gas no I will be doing mileage for truck repairs and fuel instead
I am trying to locate a company to lease on with but no one is willing to offer me a chance, Can you advise or offer any assistance? I'm 52 and great driving record, no CDL. I have not purchased my truck or trailer.
what if you don't have your own truck and trailer and can't afford one? can you still get these jobs?
I’ve noticed in A LOT of your videos you have been having to click the GPS to turn off VOICE COMMAND, if you never use this option like my self go into the GPS setting not the trucking settings and find voice control. Click this and you should see a wrench 🔧 in the upper left corner, click that, then UN-CHECK the voice command option. It’s so damn annoying..
But if it doesn't remind me I'll blow past my exit lol
The voice command where you accidentally say something and then in the background your GPS starts asking you say a command... That, not the part where it talks to you completely, i’m talking about on a Garmin type device.
@@beetlebailey oh yeah lol. Yeah I need to turn that off