posted by admin on Jun 28
Like said, check with the manufacturer of whatever truck your looking at. If your going to need. I like Cummins and Detroit engines. Trying to figure out what my costs would be and the load availability and pricing in short will it work? and if so what equipment GMC, Dodge, Ford Diesels, and trailer type and the list goes on...any help you can give me would be greatly appreciated.
Trying to figure out what my costs would be and the load availability and pricing in short will it work? and if so what equipment GMC, Dodge, Ford Diesels, and trailer type and the list goes on...
You might start looking into GMC Topkick or Freightliner FL60 trucks A four car, enclosed trailer that is fully loaded is going to be fairly heavy. If you buy used, drive it home and the engine blows on day two, are you prepared to pay for rebuild? I cant stress this enough, make sure you have your engine covered! Beyond that, when picking truck, see what its towing capacity is. Its also another reason to really scrutinize the truck and engine that you pick. If your starting business, what commodities to haul, working with Brokers and more. Experience16 years in the Trucking Industry.
Jim AnswerHi Jim. In short, you can make it work, with some research and effort. years as local driver in Chicago and Tampa, Fl. Its also another reason to really scrutinize the truck and engine that you pick. If you haul for private individuals or high end dealers Mercedes, BMW, etc. an enclosed trailer. If were starting up new in your position, there are couple of things Id take into consideration. Past that, make sure you budget in for equipment, overhead costs like insurance, permits, etc., your salary and set aside money for truck repairs, tires, etc.
Ive seen guys advertising on Ebay with success. duallys and or car trailer. years as local driver in Chicago and Tampa, Fl. If you buy used, drive it home and the engine blows on day two, are you prepared to pay for rebuild? I cant stress this enough, make sure you have your engine covered! Beyond that, when picking truck, see what its towing capacity is.
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