Ep603, Illinois DOT Says I'm 700 lbs Heavy // Detour

[@jamesbrust9959]

Kurt , I like your style with family and work ethic.

[@darylthisdelle7702]

Sitting in traffic jams, brings back memories. Not a big deal for trucks with automated transmission. Having that third pedal is another story. Your smooth like butter between the gears and you let the motor do the work. That has always impressed me about your driving skills. You always have great videos and the content is changing. Tater Tot seems to be a real nice gal, you have done well Dad. Ya the video is different with out your four legged friend. Stay safe and thanks for the video.

[@gloriabeggs3151]

Love your daughter,she makes such funny faces.Good company for you,Kurt. Hope your dad doing well. Have a good weekend with fsmily.Miss Opie.

[@garyengland2441]

4 big trucks involved with 1 fatality at mm 28. I was in it as well trying to get home to Indianapolis. Continuous problems with Indiana road construction. Stay safe out there.

[@rogersawyer9265]

Sitting in traffic jams makes me glad I'm retired and don't have to deal with that anymore.i couldn't even begin to count the hours spent sitting in jams over 38 years.just part of the job,it is.

[@jamesfrommanitoba.1992]

Kurt, your family is absolutely precious and I thank you for including them in your videos. Paige you are an amazing young lady thank you for the laughs and Kurt another great video ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

[@waynesworld2086]

I like the mini lava lamp on top the CB, haven't seen a lava lamp in yrs lol

[@fredcasteel8265]

Thank you for the explanation about the trailer weight distribution. I am not a trucker but enjoyed learning something today about them. That is quite an active partner you have with you this time!

[@peter1256]

Hi Kurt great vid. Its nice to see page having fun time with dad on the road. I hope no one dead doctor hurt badly. Safe trucking take care cos we care 🇦🇨👌👍⛟

[@Raymond_Pork]

That rock explanation actually helped my understand the spreading of weight. Thank you and great video!

[@thomasthibedeau]

They said, you are all right good to go.

[@majorpayne4098]

Quite the journey with your daughter ! Good bonding time.

[@heatherkohlwey8379]

At least the gal at the scales seemed to know what she was doing and knew she could let you go around again and get you going. Paige needs a cheeseburger. She is just too fun. I would love to be just half as happy as she is in life. Safe travels and God bless.

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

She's definitely happy and I love that.

[@stevencaka1360]

Paige is so full of life & fun 🤩 Kurt! Yeah, that safety vest 🦺 looks good 👍 even with the one that is black on the top & orange in the bottom like we have at DiamondHLogistics

[@wilburroth5150]

Even that dog thinks your strange, lol. Hey Kurt, you got a cheeseburger fund for Paige? Watching you two makes me miss my daughter. Safe travels.

[@gord2358]

Thanks for the nice video.

[@thewcrobinson]

They do indeed manufacture Great Dane trailers there. I’ve picked up a few at that location. Can hardly beat a new dry van smell. 😂

[@kenflodstrom]

Nice Father and Daughter Video Good Day Take Care

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

Thank you as always Ken , it's definitely a needed bonding trip

[@alfredmccoy2574]

Thank you for your videos even if it is not you driving down the road it brought back some great memories when I seen you and your son out hunting for 8 days because that's what me and my dad used to do but my dad has passed away almost four years ago now

[@outkastwabbit06]

I used to build Great Dane reefers and van in Wayne, Ne. One of the best jobs I ever had, not for the pay I just enjoyed going to work there.

[@thebutchersdog200]

Hey Kurt .. did you ever do a tutorial on how you float those gears ? If not you should. Dude you are smooth as silk. I’m sure there’s a lot of folks that would love to know how you do it.

[@christopherkelley78]

Oh my goodness I love tater tot always have and always Reil. She’s such a goofball. I love the way she talks to the other dogs. The dog was hilarious. Look like he’s driving. His old truck in tater tot was off in doggy land. Please tell her I said to slow down she’s growing up way too fast about to graduate high school and everything she’s making me feel older tater tot when you read this please slow down on growing up, I love you guys BamBam out

[@waynehammerton5698]

As always another superb video once again Kurt you and Paige take good care of yourselves won't you buddy

[@travis_langley]

I’ve finally been able to stay awake enough to catch a video. Kurt I’m so glad you guys made it threw Covid with no complications. The 14th I tested positive and ever since I have been in and out of the hospital having troubles with my nervous system. Today they gave me meds that don’t allow me to operate a semi truck and Tuesday I have a doctors appointment to get different meds. I hate the feeling of tightness in the lungs and body shakes. Good to see you having daddy daughter time keep up the good work boss man

[@fredcasteel8265]

Hope you get well. Takes a while to gt over that mess.

[@nickelvan]

Get well soon, I got it in May, thankfully mild and vaccinated, just got a couple days off😉

[@travis_langley]

@@fredcasteel8265 thank you

[@travis_langley]

@@nickelvan yeah I messed up by not getting vaccinated. I have a whole family that tells me not to and it’s worthless. I’m second guessing everything my family has told me

[@psg6314]

Happy 4th and stay safe out there and God bless from GA

[@michaellake5269]

Good looking Pete at 2:26.

[@arlendelima1620]

Trucking with Schmidt God is always watching you when you drive first class

[@dirtyduck1947]

IF I may say so your daughter is a real hoot! very pretty and love her wacky sence of humour! never lose that ! its canada day up here in canada! weather is beautiful ,love what you do hug oddie for me!

[@wiregrassequipment9090]

That ole KW sounds good

[@dainwhite9180]

For filming purposes you probably should have thrown the stick and seen if she would have brought it back. LOL. I enjoy your videos.

[@colinarcher9943]

Your daughter's such a comedian

[@esj1026]

I was telling you . I said plenty of room, but you didn’t listen. LOL

[@richstrang4184]

The way you spread that fifth wheel grease you might make a good cake decorator

[@louisroman7134]

Thanks for sharing.

[@LT.X380]

Good video. 👍 Y'all stay safe. God bless you. 🙏

[@elijames3041]

Keep safe out there

[@ronstewart8680]

Have a Safe an Happy 4th of July 🎆 Kurt, family...

[@ronthompson3525]

Wow I thought my daughter drove me crazy. But watching this episode you have your heads full.

[@garyleibitzke4166]

I refer to it as "Illannoy". LOL I avoided that state if at all possible.

[@MAX999MAX]

Amazing as always. God bless you all

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

You as well

[@carlthor91]

Safe travels.

[@andrewclawson3221]

Thanks for reenacted on sliding tandems and stay safe 🙏

[@ogmisfit]

Paige was walking around like Opie does when you pull over in the rest areas LoL 🤣

[@thewatchmen4920]

Mr SCHIMDT and Mrs Sarah younger twin. SAFE TRAVELS and God keep on protecting you and yours 🚛💨💨💨💨

[@rae1957tn]

Today 6/30 3 semis a box truck and car got together on I-75 at mile marker 292 in Georgia yes 2 died. You should know about where it was at because you use to come down here . Just South of Adairsville and just North of Cartersville

[@robertclark9]

I wonder if all that bouncing might be the shocks on your cab going. Or the air bags (if it has them).

[@stevenb132tsb]

TaterTot & you make a great comedy team l think 😄

[@scottv1977]

Enjoy watching with your daughter coming along with you.

[@hughstephenson2957]

They've been repaving I90 around here in NE Wyoming for a couple months now.. thank goodness for back roads

[@SG-ze9no]

Thank you for the great video and the way you explained about being over on the weight. Very interesting of backing up into that space, also found it amusing 😂there is a plus that Paige talks so much, because without her you may have fallen asleep 😴 lol 😆 appreciate the different camera 🎥 angles 😊👋🐿🦮🐕‍🦺🐹🐠🐮

[@g.martinhiner6938]

Also I would like to add, when you know to slide an axle, find a hose on the fuel island then spray the whole undercarriage under the tandems, slides easy..

[@johnnoble9367]

Hey Kirk looks like the traffic that we have out here in LA just hang in there

[@garymay1781]

That Pit bull was looking at your daughter like... Hey Maaan, Why you bothering me!

[@randyhopkins9114]

Hey Kurt, They have a Great Dane in Dallas off of Loop 12, about a mile south of 183, but I think it's more of a huge shop where they receive new trailers that aren't quite ready, and finish making them ready for sale, plus they repair used trailers there! Back in '80 when I worked for ThermoKimg here in Ft. Worth, there were time I'd have to go over to Great Dane, and take it back to the shop where we would install a new refer unit one it, and then I'd take it back over to Great Dane for the customer to pick up there, or they would pick it up at ThermoKimg here in Ft. Worth! Just a little fyi!..FYI!...😁👍 Also, I hope you guys had a good 4th, and you go to see some fireworks!... 🎇 🎉🎊

[@adambennett2176]

I love eating chips and salsa and watching this guy!!!! Love ya

[@leonardshutty6516]

My opinion on moving 5th means these shippers need to know how to load a truck !!!!

[@stevearmstrong8828]

Guessing but you were probably on U S 40 and the Great Dane plant is just east of Brazil. About 40 miles north of where I live... Nice video ...

[@David_Richard_241]

For a while in 2002 I had an every Monday 41,000 truckload set at -10 continuous from Zanesville, OH to Silver Springs, MD. I always weighed it at the local Loves every week, had it set right and was always cool. One time the Cat Scale was out of service and nowhere else convenient. So I just figure "It's the same load, I'm OK" so I motor. I crossed the OH 70E scales nearby and they gave the green light. So I know it's cool. I cross the MD scales on 70 and they pulled me around because I was 800lbs over on my trailer. I went in and paid the $32.50 fine, and asked the scale master if he wanted me to make adjustments and re-weigh. He said he did not care what I did and I should go away. I went out, slid the trailer one hole back, and went on my way.

[@David_Richard_241]

I forgot to mention I was legal on gross. A little wiggle room.

[@David_Richard_241]

I also should mention sitting in a chair waiting, facing the window, inside a scale house for 30 minutes was an interesting experience. Those guys were actually very cool to hang out with for a bit. Even offered me a cup of coffee while I was waiting.

[@jda72]

I heard and old hand say if you don't pull up in front they can't pull you around back. You are correct that is a Great Dane plant/Brazil IN

[@michellejaquez8809]

Loved the video keep up the great work.

[@clemnunn3832]

Grease trailer skid plate instead 5 wheel and you don't get grease prime mover from Australia stay safe

[@billclements3879]

From central Illinois 😉🤭🤭🤭😂😂💯, great come back

[@williambrazie7581]

Be safe Kurt and page may our Lord be with you

[@williambrazie7581]

Paige

[@matt89108]

The exact reason I buy spread axle trailers.

[@jordangraff2254]

Great Dane, Terre Haute Indiana... Great facility

[@apolloniaaskew9487]

Love the simplified explanation about shifting the trailer weight. Truck driving schools should follow you explanation. When you get home, please have Opie a cheeseburger so he won't be mad at Dad. Hope you 4th is good for you and your family. Kids know how to splurge with Dad, Grandpa and Uncle compared to Mom, Grandma and Aunt.

[@donnaanderson7725]

The poor dog is thinking "Is that a human."

[@g.martinhiner6938]

That Cat covers a lot of imperfections.

[@jerryhubbard4461]

The heart rock looks a lot like my state of South Carolina.

[@BMW-i3s-Denmark]

tires must be able to withstand the legal axle pressure, by gaining more weight on the axles, you apply tires to a greater pressure than they are approved for. it can cause tire explosion because they get too hot

[@chiefvilla3167]

Got a lovely daughter there riding with you. Speaking of a driving at night time have you ever been down a highway at night time to you usually drive through but at night time when you're going through and you're really tired you see trees on the side of the road you go through the daytime there ain't no trees where'd they go. Or you see black dogs. Yes I used to see these things back in the day. You guys take care and God bless.🤙🏾👍🏽👌🏽🙌🏽🤟🏽✋🏽🤷🏽‍♂️🙋🏽‍♂️😎🛣🚛.

[@scottjr6650]

I rolled across SD scale 35,700 on my drives and 31 something in the trailer. They didn't say a word lol. Illinois is bad for that tho. Loving the content. Stay safe

[@HighMiler]

So what you move 2 holes , been there done that . Great video

[@michaelselman9885]

Hi Kurt & Pagie. Great vlog. Here's hoping all the drivers are well. Seems 2 b accident all over the place. I saw a really bad one this afternoon. Taking a patient home. The one SUV caught fire. The other one air bags went off. Looked as if both drivers were ok thank goodness. Please b extra careful out there with all the craziness going on. Slow down people. Arrive alive. God is your pilot. 💕⛟🇺🇸🙏🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@marksmith9142]

Yes they do make Great Dane trailers in Brazil IN. Yes 70 is a mess.

[@chrishall8803]

You guy got it made the old days we didn't have Jake's power steering air conditioning all the lucksurery you have out the now 114 across the desert it separated the me from the boys

[@joanelsullivan7866]

I'd be getting the map out and looking for an alternate detour if possible.

[@scottlambert2949]

Drive safe out there Kurt and how's your dad's treatment going so far and y'all have a great fourth of July on Monday

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

Good

[@davelarson5672]

Early in my career, (late 89’s) I was hauling building material from White City, OR. I had 4 drops in Denver and 1 in Colorado Springs. I made the four in Denver and if I could make the last drop, I could get reloaded that night in Denver and head for home. 25 was shut down due to an accident and I couldn’t get off to run over to 83. I was upset and quit vocal over the radio. Someone said in a calm voice that someone died in the accident and their family was about to get a phone call. That brought me back to the ground. After that, I spent the time sitting in prayer. Perspective is a wonderful thing.

[@DarylShiach]

My goodness man you do carry on , and is there something wrong with your daughter?

[@timflegal1522]

I think you went through Brazil, In. The Great Dane trailer factory is there.

[@michaelguziak4680]

SHE LET OUT A SCREAM AND JUMPED AT (8:15 ) TIME STAMP.. >> DID SHE DISCOVER A HOLE THAT SHE STEPPED INTO?????

[@billclements3879]

You guys are wonderful… “cheese burger “ fund for Paige… cool idea 😊😊😊🤭… Happy 4th of July to you and your family…. Have fun, be safe

[@unclemuir]

The lady at the scales knew why you were heavy and was nice about it.

[@joeprocopio494]

Kurt,once again damn been there when they shut the interstate down took my truck down streets that ain't never seen a truck,lol,well be safe bud,and have agood and safe July 4th

[@christopherkelley78]

Oh my goodness, brother, I strongly agree. I thought Opie was the worst about sticks and caring things. Now I see sister, caring, much longer and fatter and bigger sticks. She’s good competition with Opie we must challenge them.

[@tomgibson7989]

North of salt lake City I got pulled into a scale house scale Master got me for 170 lb on my drives wrote a ticket for it. They didn't give me an option to adjust my axles

[@jd-ll2pb]

Great video Kurt thanks. That truck cluster was crazy I'm glad you guys made it safely

[@brianwilliams309]

Looks more diamond shaped to me lol. Heard that loud and clear good to go. The camera from the drivers seat makes it look like you have that hammer on the floor.

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

But we know better

[@brianwilliams309]

@@truckingwithschmidt7120 that we do

[@Missouri_Outlaw_1276]

That parking lot looked like a cluster ****

[@psg6314]

I got told by the scale master in GA to let my lift axle down and then I would be legal and I only had 22 tons of water melon out of Florida I was legal with out putting it down

[@joeprocopio494]

Hey Kurt,hi paige,..been there done the scale thing,..in Virginia,I was 400 hundred pounds over on my tandem,I couldn't move it ,made me make it legal,went inside trailer moved it by hand and was good to go ...talk about busting my.....what a state,LOL..as always see you next time be safe keep truckin up whoop-whoop!!

[@rockeerockey6941]

Va has always been a problem, I've had them gripe about 100 LBS, go figure

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

Had to do that with a shovel back in the feed days . In Nebraska

[@earlcowes3315]

My name is Earl Cowes how is your father doing The chemo

[@g.martinhiner6938]

War helped me was match your road speed to your RPM's

[@tedmusgrove8394]

The rock in her left hand looked more like Superman's emblem. Ha!

[@rlw3154]

Hey Kurt & Paige ,where's Opie?

[@yvindHvaal]

Tator Tot is scary...!

[@neildoppelhammer]

Skip the 70 and take the 40. I know, should've told you a couple years ago. 😅

[@g.martinhiner6938]

Do a video of you in the passenger seat, that's how I learned.

[@ktheredfrog]

BRAZIL, Ind. (WISH) - One person died after two semis crashed on I-70 on Tuesday night, Indiana Department of Transportation says. I-70 was closed in both directions, according to an alert on the INDOT Traffic Wise map at 7:55 p.m. Tuesday. One semi caught fire, according to a tweet from INDOT’s West Central division. The cleanup was expected to take hours, INDOT says. Initially, a reopening time of 2 a.m. Wednesday was given. The crash happened between North Clay County roads 200 East and 300 East, about 12 miles east of Terre Haute. Westbound traffic was being diverted off the interstate at the Cloverdale exit for U.S. 231, according to state police. INDOT had earlier reported traffic was being diverted at the Putnamville exit for State Road 243. Indiana State Police and the Clay County Sheriff’s Office were investigating, according to Sgt. Matt Adams of the state police. Authorities had provided no additional information by 9:30 p.m. Tuesday. © 2022 Circle City Broadcasting I, LLC. | All Rights Reserved

[@nickreed6211]

It’s just Illinois they don’t chase but it is nice that she let you fix it without a ticket or a since I’ve got you in here inspection🙄