HotShot Trucking how to get started part 1

Hot Shot trucking Business how to get started

[@h.geromethompson6141]

Thank you, Steve, for taking the time to create this series. The information in your videos improved the amount of knowledge I have about starting up a Hot Shot business and saved me a lot of time researching.

[@dj8scrillo86]

i want to thank you Steve for making this video.You told me almost everything i needed to know.i like how you tell your bad and good experience.thanks again.you put me on the right track

[@PrideandJoyRupert]

cedric spencer So happy you like them. As I have said before, when I got started there was not much info and so I thought I would put something together based on experience. Good luck with your business! and if I can help out in any way feel free to reach out. -Steve

[@drujhon6239]

Hey bro u I need some help I was watching Steve wts my 1st move

[@pknight6389]

Steve, you’re the man! Thanks for the videos and valuable info.

[@RussellFamily13]

Thanks for the informative videos!! Really gave us a lot of good information to consider while we think about starting our own business doing this!

[@billystray7007]

Hell I thought we were gonna get a tour of that truck in the pic, is that a sleeper ?

[@captmoa]

Just what I was looking for. Thanks.

[@Anthonyr742]

Good information Steve. Thanks for videos

[@BB-rm9fl]

I appreciate that you where very informative brother be safe on the road.

[@michaelcuff5780]

Tuners are not bad. You have to have a little self control with them is all. I have an 03 dodge cummins crew dually. Pre emissions. I have a Smarty jr tuner on mine. The only thing you have to watch out for is the fuel pressure boxes. They can cause alot of trouble.

[@travisgodwin5628]

Listened to this series today on my way in to work. Very helpful and much appreciated. I didn't see any info though on how much a driver can expect to make monthly or yearly.

[@badmathafuka]

thanks steve very informative nice...

[@combatvolta]

I have not finished the video and you are amazing explaining this bussiness Thanks!!!! i need it

[@NavyVetJack]

Hi Steve, this was a GREAT presentation that you did. Best that I have seen.

[@randyjohnson5426]

Finally a quick, straight to the point without all the blah blah blah stuff!!

[@iPeterVarga]

Thank you for this very good info!

[@thomashallowes6401]

Great information. Thanks very much.

[@thegreytrol2980]

awesome info thanks driver

[@matthewdehaan1988]

Hey Steve great video learned so much because of all of them really. My one question what is a good load board I tried 123loadboards but they don’t have much really, there’s always UShip but like you said it’s not the best way to go please let me know if there are anymore reliable load boards I can check out for the Ontario area

[@charlestoliver2009]

Great video . Very informative . Is there business license required? And what type of license plate do I need to have?

[@4g63ko]

Hello Steve, I am seriously considering this line of work. The vehicles you identified as standard for this are all 1 tons. So are these the vehicles that must be taken to the DMV for on road testing for the CDL thank you

[@TheRealHecky420]

Great video! Change that smoke detector battery!

[@sir-jacquesmajor7200]

awesome info buddy

[@tommyjones4783]

ATS used to have a company called liteway Most flatbed companies had divisions during to 80s and 90s medium duty trucks work best and are cheaper to maintain.

[@nate9009]

Steve, for your trailer and truck, how much weight room do you have left? Is this because of your GCWR? Or the towing capacity of your vehicle.? This has been something I have been trying to understand better. thx

[@PrideandJoyRupert]

Room depends on what you are hauling. lets say your GCWR is 30,000. Truck is 10,000, trailer is 6000 this would leave you 14000 that you could load onto your trailer. If you were hailing bricks you would not fill the trailer to reach 14000 but if hailing empty plastic crates you would fill the space up before running out of pounds. Many people say "buy a 40 foot trailer" when I was hailing I used a 30 footer and NEVER ran out of space as most flatbed loads are heavy. Remember: most hitches are rated at 25000 with some going to 30000 This means max trailer lbs + load would need to be under the 25000/30000 I may be wrong, but I think the max GCWR for safe operation is 30 to 36000. you would need to check the truck specs.

[@PrideandJoyRupert]

I was getting loads using load boards. this provided me with all kinds of loads, mostly steel, tractors, power supply units, construction stuff. Many hotshots run pulling "uship" items, which are household things like snowmobiles, cars, etc. This means that the loads are lighter and you may want a forty footer to haul multiple items. for example: pick up snowmobile at location 1, then pick up suv location 2 and so on. problem with household is you end up with "touch freight" where you need to load it, etc. when dealing with commercial, you show up and you get loaded by the side or by a crane, then you just strap it down. keep in mind, you are not getting paid for the extra time that it takes to load the car, or help the guy move junk out of the way so you can help him carry the snowmobile to the trailer. just some things to think about.

[@ronaldreed7698]

Id think a single cab with larger sleeper would work better for me

[@brianb8830]

If you are pulling a trailer over 40 ft. in Fla. with a PU it's $250 dollar a foot over 40, up to $1000. I know I paid it. Check carefully every states laws on Hot shots. Also know this, you will be inspected at every scale and pulled over by all inspection vehicles.

[@prevost8686]

Brian B I’ve seen more Hotshots pulled by the DOT from Northern Va. all the way to NYC than any other class of vehicles. Apparently they’re cracking down on them for blowing past scales.

[@kennethgonzalez2961]

Hi my question is as a new owner operator what’s best to do with taxes, what’s best 1099 or w2s to pay my self. Thanks

[@hornefoundations]

The blue trailer at the top left cannot carry more weight...it is a dual axle single wheel trailer and the gross weight of those trailers are only 14,000 lbs. Only tripple axle or dual tandem axle trailers can haul 21,000(tripple)/24,000(dual tandem) lbs.

[@kevinhuddleston3416]

What is the name of the sleeper berth manufacturer? I really like yours. Do you have an auxiliary fuel tank too?

[@mattwill8393]

hey Steve could you start out with a Dodge 2500 and 30ft gooseneck

[@viliamituamoheloa7462]

Awesome information nice work

[@bobbyroberts5964]

much nicer sleeper than I got very nice

[@larrywatson30]

awesome thanks

[@pedrocubano69]

Thanks Steve. Are you pulling a flatbed trailer? If so, how long? Do you find your cost of owning a tractor and trailer higher than the hotshot setup you had before? You made a comment in your original videos that the big tractor trailers are pulling more weight, but at the end of the day the hotshots bring home more money. Has that changed because you realized that there is not enough hotshot loads out there? Please explain the real truth so I don't spend a lot of time, energy and money getting into a new profession. I currently make $84,000/year gross, but I love the idea of getting on the road and running my own business. Having said that, I still want to be able to provide for my family with same lifestyle they currently have. I really appreciate your time, information and insight.

[@eiddiesal1249]

Thank you much

[@MsKinnara]

Requirements of a Hotshot Driver Hotshot trucking doesn't always require a CDL, but it is recommended. So if you're running hotshot loads lighter then 26,000 lbs you are not required to have a CDL. The federal requirement specifies that, when a vehicle has a GVWR of 26,000 pounds or less, the operator does not need a CDL. ... When a trailer has a GVWR of 10,001 pounds or more and the combined GCWR of the truck and trailer is 26,001 pounds or more, a CDL is required of the operator. Not all hotshot loads are huge requiring large truck and/or trailers you can hotshot lots of smaller loads when using a smaller vehicle such as I did hotshoting needed medical supplies in a E250 Van. You can to the website ( www.uship.com/ ) and bid on loads to hotshot.

[@mikehernandez8043]

This is the truck that i need

[@albaniansk8er]

Why would the 3 axle trailer carry less weight then the 2 axle?

[@Tribale9]

I am looking for someone to go in businesses with. Lets go half on the businesses and operation.

[@roberteilo]

the CDL is necessary to transport cars with a pickup truck

[@speedbuggy7240]

Hi Steve, I like your vids. I'm trying to start my own Hot Shot Business. I have to admit, it's a little tougher than I thought. I've heard something about having to have a doctors physical. I understand some of the reasoning for that, but what all do they check in the physical? I've been working on getting my truck up to speed which is pretty much done and I was gonna start on the paper work and save for a trailer next. But I'm thinking I should go get a physical, because if I don't pass then the rest is for nothing. What do you think?

[@1stRoadhammer]

+Speed Buggy Check these out for definition - and this one maybe be more to the point www.concentra.com/patients/health-library/dot-physicals/

[@bruno5760]

I own two one Ton dually rams. I run a small rv transport business and I’m interested in getting a conversion. What do they run ?

[@mustafakhasawneh4713]

Is there a way around getting a NEW truck (anything 2004 and newer) I'd rather use something 90s and older

[@nodak81]

I saw a video about a guy that put a million miles on his Tundra as a hot shot and it sounded like he just used the bed of the truck, no trailer. Think it was for the oil industry, no idea what he hauled though. It would be awesome if there was that kind of work available, all you'd need is a half-ton truck.

[@Devolont]

You said you didn't need your cdl but wouldn't the combined weight be over 26k pounds? From my understanding, it isn't what you actually carry but rather what you are rated to carry.

[@jhs459]

Yes you need a CDL

[@Devolont]

I watched the second part where he said that. I should have deleted this comment of mine. Thanks for the response though.

[@hanoi3503]

if you dont go over 26k you dont need a cdl i have a few friends hauling car and some has no cdl

[@kennethnugent8255]

I run a Ford F250 with a 36ft trailor with a 4ft pull out. I stay under 26000lbs and I do really good because i can move faster and get in places that are tight. Also, go ahead and get a TWIC card. I get alot of work because of the card. I also stay completely away from the northeast and away from the east coast if I can. I make really good money just running the middle of the country. Get a good fuel cell too. I have a 50 gallon combo tool box. Also the ELD's aren't really affecting my money, just run legal. just my thoughts

[@kennethnugent8255]

sorry it took me so long to reply. I usually bring home on a bad week about $750. A good week will run between that and up to $2000. this is after all expenses of course.

[@erniewoods7022]

kenneth nugent so u don’t have a cdl I am gonna get a truck n get n the game if I can any info u could give me would help where I was working jus closed down I know u said u r in the middle of the country I am in cal on the west coast n wanna stay on this side cal Oregon n Washington and Nevada and Idaho thank u

[@dennyhaverstick4751]

OK LOVE IT/

[@rubyprice5936]

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[@garbear38]

Steve, how do you handle sleeping arrangements for your drivers on overnight trips? Buy a motel for them? Do they pay their lodging? Or get an extended cab truck and have them sleep in the back seat? Thanks.

[@PrideandJoyRupert]

If they sleep in the truck they gotta make sure the sleeper area is up to code, and so NO backseat sleeping. the hotel depends on how you want to structure things: who owns the truck? if its owner operator running under your authority then that will be up to the owner, if you are hiring drivers for trucks your company owns then will be on you. there are other ways to work things out, but generally that's how I would work it. If the truck has regulation size sleeper, then sleeper time. ;-)

[@garbear38]

Steve Chesnowitz thanks!

[@PrideandJoyRupert]

Hey Darrell are you currently running a business?

[@user-ni3sp5mz4u]

Steve Chesnowitz OK, this was my question as well. So , what's the answer? 1 ton stock duallys do not have sleepers. So are OO hotshot drivers getting hotels each night? Is that the norm? Thanks.

[@PrideandJoyRupert]

I've met people who bring camping equipment, there are some who do sleep in the truck and log the time as off duty, some get a hotel. The bottom line is you can not log your sleeping time as "off duty in sleeper" as a stock pickup does not have a sleeper.

[@Supreme-si7lk]

Best sites or companies for load boards ????

[@governmentdealstv9928]

Great Information. any recomendation on move empty shipping containers. What trucks and trailers would you recommend me to buy.

[@PrideandJoyRupert]

I think for this you need a special trailer www.pinterest.com/pin/241998179955454007/. I have never pulled these, but may be a good gig. -Steve

[@VeRSINGOnTheGo]

Yes then make special hydraulic sisser trailers for nowadays. Also too, can utilize a 40' if the facility has cranes. Empty 40' container I believe 8500#

[@speedbuggy7240]

By the way, I have a Chevy 2500 HD, I'm thinking of putting helper springs or just add an extra leave on the back. What do ya think?

[@kathysteve3676]

+Speed Buggy Not really sure. it will come down to axle ratings and other variables that come into play. you may need to upgrade other things on the truck to get to the desired GVWR. I hope this helps. maybe best to talk to a mechanic,

[@1stRoadhammer]

+Speed Buggy If you intend to pull campers, you will be fine, if you intend on getting into the bigger stuff - forget about it! 3/4 ton ie 2500, f250 etc., (don't even think about it with a half ton truck or the silly toyota tundra) wont book as much as a superduty or C3500HD - C4500HD or F-350 F-450 F-550, or the best in class Ram 5500! I'd run rings around you, and you would trash your rear end or transmission way before I would! If you buy a new truck,

[@1stRoadhammer]

go with a Dodge RAM 5500 LARAMIE CHASSIS CREW CAB 4X4 197.4" WB with a 6 speed standard transmission - (just don't burn the clutch) then talk to the people at Roadmaster for a add on sleeper. contact them here ---> roadmastertruck.com/options/dodge-ram IF you want to see My NEW RAM build sheet build sheets ----> tonyzurenda.wix.com/website-coming-soon

[@pedrocubano69]

Steve, thanks for the very helpful information. Are you still in the hotshot business? Is the hotshot business still doing well? I will have my CDL by the end of the month and I'm looking to buy a 2019 F350 DRW and a 30 ft PJ flatbed trailer based on your advice. Do you still stand by your recommendation of 30ft or should I go up to 34ft? What load boards are best for hotshot truckers? Is the DAT board the best or do they just have good marketing? How do I convince brokers to book loads with me with no commercial experience hauling general freight? I have hauled my personal 30 ft RV and 20ft boat for the last 15 years and I have a spotless driving and criminal record. Will that help?

[@PrideandJoyRupert]

I am actually in a tractor now. There is money in hot shot but I am thinking it makes more sense to spend money on a used tractor rather than an expensive pick up. The tractor can haul anything where a pick up is limited. If making a purchase I would go with a tractor.

[@Supreme-si7lk]

What is required to cross the border with a load from Canada to USA

[@vincentanderson3676]

Should I get a big rig or a duly I have a class a

[@hy4438]

Thanks for the info. Oh, i think you need to change the battery in your smoke detector...

[@BlohmandBlohmer]

If hot shot doesn't work out just tow campers. I heard it pays great. On the back haul just pull all your stickers and DOT stuff and drive back like your just a straight pick up truck (no rules). Grab another camper, throw your DOT stuff back on and haul another camper.

[@johncoon3132]

Motortube do you tow campers how much do you make doing it?

[@BlohmandBlohmer]

I suggest you check out these sites. hoosier-rv-transport. com or horizontransport. com and you can see going pay rates which are subject to change but will give you a good idea of pay. Please note any and all companies abide by all DOT rules and regulations. What I put in the comments is just an opinion and not a fact or recommendation. These guys rvtransport. com pay $1.34 a mile for pulling a single trailer. So depending on your equipment and miles per gallon depends on what you can make. I'm seeing some mid to small size SUV's pulling mid size trailers. Probably get 15 mpg loaded but get 25-28 mpg on the way back to the yard. Of course they are not designed to haul campers all over so breakdowns could happen and hurt the pocket book if not under warranty.

[@johncoon3132]

Motortube totally understand where you're coming from on all. I have my CDL for the past 15 + year's so I hope I know a thing or two lol. I have a 2009 Toyota Tundra that I will be using for a little bit until I could get into something else that is not breaking the rules or regulations. Are you pulling yourself as a hot shot? Thank you for replying back to me.

[@Boothswelding]

I've been thinking about doing something similar in Australia, but it is nearly non-existent.

[@VeRSINGOnTheGo]

Charlie Bravo Looking at same in So. América. Network and you should have more business than you can hand e. Some countries, better have a legal firearm with you as people will blaintantly attempt to Car Jack (similar in the states some times) or rob you.

[@user-yi9nn2qv6u]

good information

[@reverendzombie72]

Great video! I know nothing about trucking and also coming out of a 25 year career as a software developer. I am really looking for some guidance in getting started!

[@PrideandJoyRupert]

Reverend Zombie I do rails dev. But I am back to trucking. Would be great to chat. Steve

[@reverendzombie72]

I've had a lot of interviews. A lot of second and third interviews too but starting to feel like I'm too old for software or the industry perceives me as too old. I am looking to start CDL school but as I investigate the Hot Shot industry has caught my attention.

[@zerofoxgibbon3923]

I agree with leaving the OEM chip in. After all, those companies spent _huge_ amounts of money into engineering that chip to work with that exact powertrain. Not that aftermarket can't make it work better, but did the aftermarket R&D department factor everything about added or subtracted stresses on components in the powertrain or drivetrain? I guess if you're going with aftermarket _anything_ do extensive research and make sure it's reputable, popular and easy to source overnight.

[@garlandjones7709]

Those tunes from oem account for reliability plus emissions. Nothing wrong with aftermarket. They make more power and get better fuel mileage. Dealers don't want warranty work for someone beating the piss out of a truck. Nothing to do with using it normally or even part throttle acceleration on a hill while loaded.

[@nightrider464]

How much money you have in this pickup

[@gingerbeardactual1249]

Thank you!

[@crownchrist]

Have no interest in driving , want to start a business that will allow me to continue my career. Is it possible with this ?

[@WayneStcroix]

Hey I have a question I've been had my CDL so what is the best way to get started fast

[@kingdante8174]

Wayne St.croix 1999 gooseneck 3 car Kauffman wedge trailer for sale ,with winch, 8 new ratchets j hooks, 8 new reflective straps,plus additional straps for the other vehicle,3axle,huge northern tool box in center of trailer,two iron ramps,two new spare tires and rims one mounted on each side of trailer,winch needs battery I have remote for inop vehicles,clean title in Memphis tn 6500

[@charliemich8037]

Can you post what to expect whenever you pull into a weigh station? Thank you

[@1stRoadhammer]

+Charlie Mich BEND OVER and reach for your... Wallet! Especially if your ducks aren't 100% in a row! But generally there checking your weight, you may need log book, insurance papers, vehicle registration(s), motel receipt (must match log book, or get a oos, and fine) Bills of laden - normally they look, and send you on your way, unless its quota time, then they get out the creepers, and craw under your rig, so then your pray your mechanically sound, if not ... OOS and maybe a fine....

[@charliemich8037]

+Tony Zurenda Thank you. I just made my first runs out to the east coast 2 weeks ago. Had only ran in TX previously. Went through lots of weigh stations but didn't get stopped once. The truck/trailer is in really good shape. Guess I got lucky.

[@1stRoadhammer]

+Charlie Mich HAmmer Down! Keep Trucking Buddy! You will have days like that, and it only takes 1 dot cop to have a bad day to mess up yours! Keep her between the lines!

[@half_ounce1872]

You dont need to go through a weigh station you guys are pick ups lol only real trucks go through scales in the meantime stay in your car lanes

[@91156]

Half_ounce; You're an idiot.....

[@bcedricks8785]

Hi, thanks for sharing your videos. Couple questions though, I've spoke with several different people involved with trucking with their thoughts on the hotshot business. One person I knew said that it takes a while to get going but if you can save some money, avoid breakdowns, and maintain a professional attitude, than this can be very profitable. On the other hand I spoke with a trucker who said this was a waste of time, as there was no hotshot, ltl work in Ontario. He said I may as well drive a tractor trailer, but also said that it's not very wise to be independent and it's not the same type of trucking as hotshot. With your experience do you believe this to be true or is this a example of someone claiming something can't be done because they can't do it. I've been a company driver and have done ltl on the side, I believe it can be done and there is work in Ontario for this...

[@sctech-yt]

B Cedricks Transcore link logistics will have 4 to 7 loads a day. If you want to run up to Montreal there is always stuff and you have a better chance of getting a back haul. may mean a night in a motel but could be worth it. There is plenty of stuff around the GTA. you can keep vary busy. get a trial at loadlink.ca/ you will see what is posted everyday. loadlink.ca/ is a cheaper version of transcore but same loads just not as many options to post your truck. hope you find this helpful let me know what you find out. I think you will be happy

[@bcedricks8785]

Fr8.bid Yes thank you this is actually very helpful, most load boards show a lot in the states and not very much from Canada. This shows there's a lot of loads around here thanks again.

[@airsent11277]

+B Cedricks .....Nothing on fr8.bid except them asking for money. Stay away from that and just get you one or best case 2 brokers and go trucking. Stay off them no money load boards. This is not a TV show. You will just be spending time waiting around for someone to undercut you buy $20 and get the load.

[@tommyboat64]

Do not live in the wilderness, unless you are paid to do so. Cattle Ranchers, Growers, Harvesters, Game Wardens, Lumberjacks, Grocers that serve rural areas.....all have a reason (it all comes back to Philosophy ) for being there. In Ontario (my father is Canadian) the economy is spotty and you have to really look for work if you are in a rural area. Lay out a map in front of you, grab a cup of coffee, and decide where you want to work and then live. So many people "get away from it all" only to realize that they need BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY to eek out a paycheck so they can eat, buy beer, eggs, bacon and afford a wife and family. Most of Canada, review your map ...sip your coffee ... is beautiful and rural. Live near a population center that is "underserved" in the hotshot business and do your best to have a good REASONABLE mechanic and an alternate vehicle in case of a breakdown. Most autoparts companies WILL give you a trade discount too since you use your truck for business and work not pleasure. Decide well and live near CIVILIZATION please.

[@Creativedoit]

Hey how are you I live in Chicago and I want to start this business I work full-time for somebody I want to change my career and jump into this business what is and how to started I mean can you help me out

[@Scoofio1987]

asif lodhi He did help you out. He made videos on what to do

[@Jjason601]

hey, is you located in texas?

[@serkoten1]

hello, how about ram 2500 i6 engine, with gooseneck trailer 2axle of 25 feet length, 14k lbs gvrw and plus load cargo up to 10k lbs do I need CDL???

[@thesonmars2497]

yep a lower class

[@garlandjones7709]

@@thesonmars2497 that's under 26k

[@scottsime5197]

Enjoyed video, please, please go change your battery in the smoke detector in that room, that thing beeping is annoying..

[@jasonlamphere7410]

hi ilooking for one more trucks flats Bede s.!?.

[@RayT70]

Thumbs up.

[@aldoyosbel1728397263]

hi everybody i need help how much money do you make per moth with a flat bed and where do you get the loads. im about to start hauling car, i see this video and i have to make a desision between this king of business and hauling car with a heavy duty truck , i hear hauling car peoples have a lot a problem with customer saying the cars have a damage that it never have before, how you solve this kind of problems

[@bluewaveprotransport4325]

Aldo Allende Oliva hi, I’d like to know if you finally started in the car hauling business and if you did how are you doing? Is it worth it ?

[@jasonlamphere7410]

and I am looking for a dumpbede to .?.

[@gilbertb8078]

Understand GVWR on truck and Trailer combination.Over 26000? You need Class A.

[@gilbertb8078]

Laws are Laws.Meet them .No issues unless you try t o beat the Laws.

[@jdh10475]

What about an f250 and hauling under 26K do you still need a CDL? Using a 14K goose neck. Total weight would be 25K fully loaded.

[@connerbutler1077]

JDH no you don't need a CDL

[@snek9353]

The other reply is wrong, YES you'd need a class A CDL. If the trailer has a GVWR over 10K and it's commercial use, then you need a class A CDL.

[@nate9009]

I'm not sure about the commercial use part. if the GVWR is over 10klb then yes you need a cdl. If you cross state lines for hire, then yes regardless of weight (i think). If you haul my riding mower for pay and you don't leave the state and are under 10klb, then i don't think you do. Please correct if i'm wrong.

[@snek9353]

Nicholas, you're wrong.

[@buddyclark116]

dude my dually with some shingles in the bed weighs more then 10 thousand. ant no cdl weight

[@mlbrown6122]

Hello Mr. Chesnowitz, I won't to get into this Business However, Is it a profitable Business? yes I know there are ups & downs. But can this be something that I can do as my primary source of income?

[@PrideandJoyRupert]

For sure you can make money. But you need to be out there working. if you plan on being home every weekend this may not be the right thing.

[@carolinaduran1958]

Hi Steve, My father in law is very interested in this video, and getting started with his own business. We would like to know if there was anyway in you sending us a File Document with all the information you talked about in the Videos. Also, we have questions on what companies would be looking for people with Duli's? Anything will help thanks once again! Your video inspired my father-in-law.

[@carolinaduran1958]

Carolina DuranSteve Chesnowitz

[@PrideandJoyRupert]

Carolina Duran did you get my email?

[@carolinaduran1958]

Steve Chesnowitz Yes, I have received it, Thank you very much.

[@newelltruckingllc7798]

40 is the norm, NOT the standard. Mine is a 30 foot deck air ride gooseneck. Depending on the loads, you will typically weigh out (hit max weight) before you cube out (fill the trailer). However, more and more, some companies are using 42 to 48 feet long trailers. Most trailers used have a weight rating of 24,900 pounds which is the weight of the trailer and the load. The companies that are going with longer trailers are using heavier axles for heavier weight rating.

[@PrideandJoyRupert]

Newell Trucking LLC Hello, yes, this is exactly my point. Many new comers think they need to get 40', but I also use a 30" trailer and as you say I hit the max weight before running out of room.

[@newelltruckingllc7798]

Cool, I thought you meant that a 40 foot deck was needed. The only 40 or more feet decks that I see full is vehicles.

[@PotatoTacoman]

Steve Chesnowitz Do you know any of the guys that have modified trucks? My truck has a program on it called efi live that calibrates the computer to make the truck run cooler. Its not a power adder it just basically makes the truck run smoother and use less fuel. Do the guys that have modifications get along ok as far as inspections for dot?

[@PotatoTacoman]

Steve Chesnowitz Do you know any of the guys that have modified trucks? My truck has a program on it called efi live that calibrates the computer to make the truck run cooler. Its not a power adder it just basically makes the truck run smoother and use less fuel. Do the guys that have modifications get along ok as far as inspections for dot?

[@newelltruckingllc7798]

I don't, mine is stock at this time since it is still under warrantee.

[@vincentanderson3676]

Are u still doing hot shot

[@erinunderwood1916]

Wonderful videos would like to ask many more questions and also help with the fr8 How can I contact you ?

[@AKIO606]

truckers rule

[@skipperskipper2936]

CARRY A SPARE TRANSMISSION WITH YOU IF YOU HAVE A DODGE. IF YOU HAVE A FORD YOU WILL HAVE ENGINE TROUBLE CARRY A SPARE ENGINE, UNLESS ITS A 7.3, THEN UR OK. CHEVY WILL GIVE YOU TROUBLE WITH BOTH.

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[@tommyboat64]

Bullshit skipper

[@alpham777]

He's not actually far from the truth as a owner op in big rigs or hotshit trucking you should have or plan on gaining quickly enough money into a account to fully replace the engine and trans on any truck you may have you will sleep way better at night knowing you can just throw money at the problem and be back on the road with minimum down time no matter what goes wrong.

[@ramtrucks721]

skipper skipper STFU IDIOT... UR CAPS IS ON TOO MORON

[@sethw4569]

Nothing against this channel, but the vehicles considered "hot shot" trucks are the literal minimum necessary for hauling these loads. Anyone considering starting a hired hauler venture should seriously look into real medium duty chassis/ single axle semi or tandem axle tractors. A single axle tractor will handle in town just as well or better than a pickup, while also providing a much more stable platform for hauling the trailers outlined here. Uneven loads can and will cause trailer sway and create a dangerous situation for a small pickup chassis.

[@javiera7001]

Hello Steve. Do i need to have a CDL to do this?

[@PrideandJoyRupert]

Javi Alvarez yes you do need a cdl

[@javiera7001]

Steve Chesnowitz okay, What if I have had one in the passed. How do i get it back ? Do i have to go back to a truck driving school and get it again?

[@PrideandJoyRupert]

Your best bet is to check with your DMV and see what steps you need to take.

[@user-hw9pv8ys4u]

brother can I use my 2002 ford 350 dually? it's in great shape. or its old? if u can hit me back please wee :) god bless

[@jucuyo1]

Is it posible to hot shot with just a regular driver's license

[@PrideandJoyRupert]

That would depend on the GVWR en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gross_vehicle_weight_rating#United_States

[@wrongmower]

You still around ?

[@chrissilva5868]

it is not easier troubleshooting a truck leaving it stock! eliminating all the EPA bullshit helps double your mpg and saves your engine and$$$$$$. don't forget to check your blinker fluid dude lol lol

[@ronaldreed7698]

Trinity Welding Silva throwing wild numbers around like doubling your fuel mileage by altering EPA required equipment is the single most ignorant thing ive seen on the tube today. Power and fuel economy mow a days is the result of efficiency. My guess you remove fuel injection from gassers and put a carb on huh. Them get rid of that overdrive for a granny low and your good right. Hahaha

[@cobratrick96]

Ronald Reed wow, talk about the pot calling the kettle black. You really should consider not talking anymore for the rest of your life. You’re only advertising how stupid you are. It was embarrassing reading your comment. Please stop.

[@MrStrutus]

Original

[@grizzly8859]

Cummins

[@raincoast2396]

You want cheap "Hot Shot" units ready to go? Try North Dakota, Alberta or Texas. There are a dime-a-dozen available from operators who have gone bankrupt. Want a quick way to the poor house? Start up a hot shot service. 90% end up broke.

[@Graveltrucking]

Want to go bankrupt go in the hotshot business is right.

[@tommyboat64]

Andrew Carnegie said " ...mind the pennies and the pounds (British currency) will take care of themselves..." North Dakota and Alberta and Texas are OIL STATES and many people suffered with the DOWNTURN in the OIL PATCH business malady in '14, '15 and '16. Do your hauling where the MARKET IS UNDERSERVED and LEARN HOW TO REFUSE WORK FROM PIT BOSSES /LOADERS who WANT YOU TO HAUL THEIR STUFF FOR FREE....

[@cobratrick96]

How could they not end up broke..? They haul the cheapest loads the flat/step have left over. And usually for a lot less. It’s really sad actually to see people so enthusiastic about working that hard for practically minimum wage after cost.

[@miguelrobb5719]

cobratrick96 so driving a tractor and trailer is where the money is at? I wanted to get into hotshotting, but there's nothing that seemed off about it to me

[@redbluesome2829]

I don’t think it’s realistic for people getting into hotshot to think they’re going to make 18-wheeler money with a pickup. There is really no cutting corners in that regard.

[@bassstudent4life]

would you be willing to share this info in the form of pdf via email?

[@PrideandJoyRupert]

Hello. I am traveling now. will need to print from original power point.

[@bassstudent4life]

Steve Chesnowitz no problem. reach out when ever you can.

[@marxvadar2614]

This video left out a bunch of things-DOT, CDL, MC, BOT, ELD, LLC...

[@PrideandJoyRupert]

Its part one of 5

[@marxvadar2614]

Steve Chesnowitz so you’re listing all the steps BACKWARDS? Yikes

[@PrideandJoyRupert]

@@marxvadar2614 this is part 1 of 5

[@kzone65]

can I do it with 5.3 L V8 Silverado

[@j.c.2164]

go see gator's videos he does light loads on his 1500 chevy. his channel is The Gator Chronicles.

[@placesandfaces]

You can visit www.dispatcherview.com to try our truck tracking apps which comes with many features including proof of delivery and digital signatures.

[@robh6638]

5th wheels are dangerous and need to be out lawed

[@rileybennis4029]

Huh?

[@petergiacobbe5479]

you need a cdl anytime you drive for hirer.

[@tg580]

That's not exactly right. It depends on weight. Alot of those guys delivering RV trailers don't have a CDL

[@garlandjones7709]

No you dont. All those big ass tree trimming rigs like asplundh that pull wood chippers behind them don't require cdls. Under 26k and no air brakes.

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[@california_rebel]

Do you have any more info.