Trucking Life Blog
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Feb 24, 2020
Tired Of Feeling Alone
I am so tired of feeling alone! I'm tired of feeling misunderstood! Tired of feeling wondering if it gets better
Feb 24, 2020
Termination On The Spot and Can't Get Rehired
I will not mention my husband's ex trucking company and my husband was an OTR trucker for 8 years and they terminated him right on the spot and every company
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Feb 14, 2020
RustyDog Express Inc. Looking Team Drivers
Second Chance Company We are looking for 1 Team driver for our over the road trucking company. We review all application and will give drivers a second
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Feb 11, 2020
Chains and Other Flatbed equipment Tennessee
My late husband was a flatbed driver last year and I have over $2500 worth of equipment. 1 of the traps are new, only 2 red chain rackets are shown in
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Feb 07, 2020
Thing about New/Barely Used Trucks/Warranty
Just something to consider when buying new or barely used with factory warranties, particularly on a newer model or 1st year of a new generation truck/engine.
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Feb 06, 2020
Smaller Company looking to grow and need Drivers !! If you have been looking but get denied from those big Companies.....Then here you are !!! Apply with Isaac Brothers
Please respond to this via email if you are interested !!!! Isaac Brothers Transportation is Hiring !!! Located in Norcross, Ga.. Here is what we are
Feb 06, 2020
Need to back on the Road ??? THEN LOOK NO FURTHER
Please respond to this via email if you are interested !!!! Isaac Brothers Transportation is Hiring !!! Located in Norcross, Ga.. Here is what we are
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Jan 28, 2020
How much do couples teams make?
How much do couples team make preferly within a year as new drivers then after about 2yrs in?
Jan 26, 2020
Question about lot lizards on the road
My husband is a new OTR driver for about 6 months and I have heard of lot lizards, well this other male driver that he met over the road is a friend of
Jan 18, 2020
hello from Amanda.
Hello there. I am Amanda .I live in the northwest and have been driving for 30 years now. Starting driving a small truck and on to semi then truck and
Jan 17, 2020
Phx, az need to rent a day cab to move 5 flat bed trailers.
Phx az need to rent a day cab to move 5 flat bed trailers.
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Jan 17, 2020
Used flatbed equipment for sale excellent condition
I have equipment for a flatbed or stepdeck. All is about 2 months old. Im asking $2500 obo for all need gone asap. Got out of trucking.(60) Side protectors...
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Jan 17, 2020
Does it get easier
My husband and I have been married for 4 years but we've been together for 6 years he was working locally home everyday. Now he is OTR and this is a
Jan 01, 2020
10-4 Tow of Oakland
10-4 Tow has a growing roster of branches, each with its own team of professional, experienced technicians. We offer a friendly service at any time of
Dec 29, 2019
Transmission in a 1990 White/GMC
I was looking at an old white/GMC tandem plow truck. Truck has a 8v71 and a 6 speed I haven't seen before. Its a 6 speed with a 3 speed shift pattern.
Dec 23, 2019
What is Percentage Pay
Percentage pay can be given to company drivers and owner operators/lease operators. The driver will get a percentage of the revenue that is generated
Dec 23, 2019
How do I go about becoming a subcontractor
I am thinking about leasing a vehicle to become a subcontractor and wanted to know what would be involved in startup, mainly in regards to insurance, licensing
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Dec 20, 2019
Flatbed equipment in Kennett Mo. Recently stopped trucking
I just recently quit driving a truck looking to sell my fladbed equipment. Equipment is only a month old. Asking $3000.00 or best offer. I need the money
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Dec 20, 2019
Used flatbed ramps
Aluminum four piece set, two stands, bridge adapters. Each ramp is rated at 22500#. All still in very good condition. Stock photos due to ramps being
Dec 15, 2019
Any advice for going on the road with husband?
I am going on the road with my husband. Any advice or tips? Thank you!
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Dec 15, 2019
Truckers wife for 3 months now in Oklahoma
My husband was an oilfield supervisor. Man trucking sure is a major pay cut. But what he does isn't booming around here. He was also stressed to the
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Dec 12, 2019
Surviving the rough roads
I have been a truck driver for 31 years. Have been married twice. My first marriage didn't last but about 6 years. No children with him. He was a very
Dec 08, 2019
used flatbed equipment in Arizona
1 load leveler 102-$250.00, 2-6x27 ft.tarps,20 4x27 straps,5 2x27 straps,2 strap winders,2 kingpin locks,oversize equip, 1 air hose, 9 4 in.ratchets, 3
Dec 06, 2019
Cobra LTD Classic with mods built in mods
With 50 watt finals and echo module built in. Including Cobra, Telex Road King and K40 mics. $40 Chicago area p/u or $50 w/shipping russohead@gmail.co
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Dec 02, 2019
Do You Feel Your Trucker Husband Can't Relate
Do you feel like your husband can’t relate to what you are going through? Or his eyes glaze when you try to talk to him?
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Nov 26, 2019
Negotiating Rates For Your Load With Multiple Stops - Video
When you consider taking truckload of freight with multiple stops, make sure you map where each stop is. Know the distance to first stop and the distance
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Nov 25, 2019
When Does It Make Sense To Ride in The Middle Lane?
Let's be aware of how we are driving when out on on the highways. The way we drive can make traveling, trucking, commuting stressful or closer to harmonious
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Nov 25, 2019
What Truck Should I Buy
What truck should I buy for my first time becoming an owner operator or lease program
Nov 23, 2019
Is a CMV Driver Responsible for Mud coming off his truck after leaving a muddy customers lot
Mud was caked on the mudflaps of a trailer that was picked up at a muddy railyard. Is the driver and the company responsible for the mud coming off the
Nov 21, 2019
Trust issues with trucker while gone on the road
How can a truckers wife lay down her trust issues when he's on the road for long periods after the one time of his having an emotional affair?
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