Great Trucking Jobs Never Last!

[@jonscott7686]

I love hearing these old trucking stories I’ve been driving for 17 years but I’ve always been local

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Nothing wrong with being local, I'm happy you like them!

[@jonscott7686]

TheBostonTrucker I never went over the road because I like to enjoy what I’m working for a.k.a. house a home etc.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Smart man! It took me a long time to learn that.

[@jonscott7686]

TheBostonTrucker Mike I always wanted to be around and close to my family. And friends and I might have made more over the road, but I made things work as they are I have no regrets and I still love your videos keep them coming

[@dominick253]

@@TheBostonTrucker Same here. Math never added up to do otr. $0.50/mi? I average about $1/mi local but I get paid by the hour.

[@christrella3134]

Delaware River. Been across it a bunch of times. Great story. Know all those things you speak about. 37 years in. Love the videos. Stories. God bless you and safe travels.

[@sebastianlassalle7025]

You’re an excellent storyteller and a straight ahead guy. Thanks!

[@TheBostonTrucker]

I appreciate it.

[@mikaelboton9474]

Thanks for sharing Mike Close call!!!! I don’t think you we’re tired anymore after a scare like that near the bridge! That’s why CB radios are important

[@TheBostonTrucker]

I haven't had many close calls but that one is one I'll never forget.

[@robertberling5006]

I remember when that all went down at Kens. I was hauling freight around New England and ran with a few. We all knew they were gonna go out once teamsters got in. I can’t imagine how many times we crossed paths, I’m couple years younger than you I think😂😂. Be safe driver

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Who have you driven for?

[@mikeglenn9800]

Enjoyed your story Mike.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thank you Mike

[@JBuzzman69]

Remember seeing Majestic Interstate Carriers out there on 80, back in the day. That was the crew I was with. Shrewsbury to Chicago. LTL freight. Those were the days.

[@Torsee]

Cool road story! Glad you two where on your game! Imagine the car operator sitting on that bridge. Wow.

[@Torsee]

One thing about speeding, you better take it damn serious! Look way, way ahead! Plan your possible escapes!

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thank you! I'm always planning my escape.

[@georgegarris6989]

Hi Mike from NYC. I just subscribed. Enjoy your stories and perspective on trucks. Most of all, enjoy the straight talk with no colorful language, not that we are choir boys LOL, have good summer and stay safe.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thank you George I really appreciate it. I'm just me, honest and I don't try to impress anyone, just share my passion for trucks. Tell me about yourself. Welcome aboard!

[@michaelhendrickson8468]

I would bet anything that you have more miles backing up then some of these so called super truckers in there automatic transmission freightliner cascadia running 2100 a week with absolutely no idea what it’s like to truck. You are the real deal. You remind me of myself so much. I’ve been in the cab of the truck with my dad and uncles since I was 2 years old. I’m much younger then you but I’ve been around this my entire life and I can completely relate to you. I’m sure you forgot more about trucking then I know but I’m 35 years old and have been around it my entire life and truthfully this is all I know. I don’t know what I’d do for a living if I couldn’t drive truck. I have the up most respect for you. Keep on trucking and don’t worry about these keyboard cowboy so called truckers. I love your videos and look forward to your uploads.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thank you Michael your commentary means a lot to me. Lots of blurred miles! You and I have nothing to prove. Be safe out there!

[@erickjasper9409]

Mike, you hit the nail on the head!!

[@erickjasper9409]

Mike, you hit the nail on the head

[@keepontruckinman4688]

Very true my friend very true

[@tomchristopher71]

You have a family now and your role as a Dad is much more important than how many miles you run.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Absolutely 👍👍😃

[@raymondbradley6788]

Thanks Mike have a great weekend

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thank you 😊 as well.

[@Eric_Cleckler]

Ken’s sounds like it was a dream job. It’s funny when you tell stories I can just picture it like a movie.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thanks that makes me feel good. I appreciate your support.

[@Eric_Cleckler]

TheBostonTrucker you had me since Boston bark days brother. I’ll meet you one of these days.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

That's awesome dude! Yes I'm sure we will. Where are you from?

[@Eric_Cleckler]

TheBostonTrucker Hampstead NC Close to Wilmington NC on the coast. I don’t post much but you can follow me @ectruckin88 if you like!

[@lumberjunkee8451]

Enjoyed as always......good story teller👍👍

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thank you Sir

[@mikeglenn9800]

Thanks for the reply Mike!!

[@billneedham1286]

Hi Mike Great story. I was in local 25 and when things were tight in Boston I use to spare on the road for Branch when they were out of Ashland long time ago. they were in 170 believe me when I say not 25 standards! Funny when I hear people telling you about driving. I too use to say I backed up more miles then you driven forward and was a yard bird for Hemingway Brothers for over a year plus city and road. Take Care. 73. Bill

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Branch & Hemingway, they went way back! How many years did you have in the union?

[@lowboy1one1]

Love the stories!!

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thank you 😊

[@erickjasper9409]

Mike ,you and I were taught by the old school.... our dads! These young guys have no clue ,they need to humble down. Keep it coming,great stories.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thanks Erick I appreciate that.

[@slr379x9]

I think there's a lot of younger drivers that got class and respect driver. They aren't all arrogant idiots. I know a lot of hard working young drivers that take alot of pride in what they do and if it wasn't for elogs and DOT up the ass they'd be running like the old days.

[@kennysmith6185]

Once again..Love the stories ! And your right , us long time drivers have nothing to prove. Back in the day you just got it done.. It's nice to hear an experienced guy just talking trucking, there's very few on KZbin. Most channels are tips from some inexperienced guy that's been at it a year or two. Giving there opinion of OTR vs Local or yet another Truck Tour of there Cascadia/ Volvo.. We get it it, there all lame... LoL Liked your comment a while back about not liking the old FLD but when you see one now you turn your head.. So true, it's oddly a classic in its own way.. Take care

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Ha! You're awesome! Thank you 😊

[@kennethsmith8968]

another great story as always.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thank you 😊

[@para55a2]

Mike, you need to write a book

[@TheBostonTrucker]

I don't know about that but thank you 😊

[@hammers1518]

Good story as always TBT. Moral of the story be careful of what you wish for, eh?

[@TheBostonTrucker]

You got it right!

[@para55a2]

Mike, now I do remember that clean Kens truck on the NJTP and thought “ that driver takes care of his truck” it must have been you!

[@TheBostonTrucker]

You know exactly what to say to butter me up! 😃

[@para55a2]

No kidding, I’m going down the Pike driving for Shop Rite (Local 560) at that time I seen you. Now, you weren’t moving like a Montfort truck but you were always getting it !! Good job buddy, love your stories, makes me feel good to remember those days. Thank you 🙏

[@7viewerlogic670]

@@para55a2 You are going to have to explain that Monfort thing to the young pups.

[@para55a2]

@@7viewerlogic670 remember the "Monfort Lane" better not get in the way! That was some nice Iron!!

[@wakeupamericaandresist2413]

Hell, if I have to drive my pickup to a job 20 miles away, by weeks end I complaining to my bride that with all this driving I feel like an over the road trucker 🤣🤣 love you videos , grew up on the south side of Boston and left 31 years ago and it’s great to hear some one that talks normal 😜😜😜✊✊ that’s wicked pissa 😀😀🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@mikerogers5666]

Mike I’m watching this video as I’m passing Kens down in Ma 😎

[@travelnsolovlogs]

Great video Mike. Been otr for 3 years it definitely takes a toll on your body. As far as health wise. 👍

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Yes it does! It's hard to eat right and exercise but you've got to make it happen. Tell me a little about yourself.

[@travelnsolovlogs]

@@TheBostonTrucker I'm travis from Maryland I've been watching your videos for a while now. I love trucking because it gives a bit of freedom and now working on getting a place so I can be home more often

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Great to hear from Travis! What do you haul? I always say work/life balance is key but it sounds like you're figuring that out.

[@travelnsolovlogs]

After I failed my dot physical this year that woke me up! I haul reefer and dry van

[@TheBostonTrucker]

I see. We all need to be more aware of our health these days especially to pass out physicals. Be safe out there!

[@robertandreoli9764]

No worries mike you're thr real deal 👍

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thank you 😊 Robert

[@dylanlutz8045]

Great video Boston Trucker!

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thank you 😊 Dylan

[@hughstephenson2957]

I love how people will ridicule ya until ya show em how Truckin is done!

[@nickd.4512]

Very familiar with port jarvis hill. Run up loaded and back empty at least twice a week. Lotta fun coming down, unless its 10 degrees out and snowing like hell. People do strange thing with their 4 wheelers, last Saturday morning i got passed in Connecticut on 395 south by a wrong way driver, runnin at about 75 and they were rollin at least the same speed. Talk about a wake up! More like a pucker moment. 😂😂😂

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Probably came from the casino! That's some scary stuff!

[@slr379x9]

Hey Mike I've been driving 5 years and still play trucking simulator sometimes LMAO

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Nothing wrong with that!

[@Railfan90]

8 here.... honestly that game actually helped a lot with backing maneuvers. I pull flatbed now and I can actually back up 🤷🏻‍♂️😂😂😂

[@slr379x9]

I drove before I played the game. Something just wrong with me I guess lol

[@KGSHEAMASONRY]

I did a bunch of stonework for Kevin and Candy Crowley out on scraggy neck on Cape Cod for Christmas we got gift baskets filled with a bunch of kens steakhouse dressings and some other goodies Every Friday they brought breakfast on the job site and buy lunch for the whole job site

[@TheBostonTrucker]

That was nice of them. You reminded me I forgot to mention we were allowed two bottles a week of whatever we wanted.

[@stanleybaker8707]

Hope you and your family are doing great from branford Ontario 🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thank you Stanley, you as well.

[@kylemorice4870]

Far out man. Loving these stories. Glad you survived that incident. I guess I got a good gig going but I plan to go back to the big road trucks. Unsure if id do teamsters or not I also got nothing against the older ones but the ones my age I don't know man I know I'm young but I dont think I know everything.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thank you Kyle! What are you doing now?

[@kylemorice4870]

@@TheBostonTrucker box truck for a factory lol yea soon as possible back to the road trucks for me.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

@@kylemorice4870 Good luck out there!

[@kylemorice4870]

@@TheBostonTrucker I appreciate it buddy you as well many safe travels over an out

[@darringusko8539]

I filled in at Ken's Salad Dressing when I lived in Worcester when Ryder Integrated had it. That was mid 90's to early 2000's. It was the one of the best accounts we had then it got better..they made it that most warehouses only used lumpers and according to the regular drivers they didnt change the pay.. it could be a ball buster when you had to sort the load by yourself but even then it was a great job. I was one that replaced you..sorry.. I still work for Ryder Logistics but dont live in Mass anymore I inner company transfered to Michigan.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

I forgive you 🤗 Ryder took over in late 99.

[@robertburke3316]

I remember picking up at kens a few times in north jersey when I worked for Ferraro foods when they were small and if I remember correct, that yard was a bit tight in areas backing in or getting around lol. This was like 30-32 years ago. I remember picking up those white 5 gallon plastic containers of dressing back than. Wow. That was a long time ago. Where did the time go?

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Sounds familiar to me to but my memory is getting fuzzy that's why I'm telling these stories.

[@KevinBarakauskas]

Another great one

[@TheBostonTrucker]

I appreciate it.

[@marcosramirez8322]

Flyer's partner Greet you Marcos Ramirez from Ecuador, here also work handling trucks with trailers, although I do not know the English language I enjoy watching your video (use translator for this video) Greetings to all over there.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Muchos gracias mi amigo!

[@itstherealsethallen]

The Delaware River is at the bottom of Port Jervis hill.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Yes that's right.

[@justinray1629]

Awesome Video

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thank you 😊 Justin

[@jessicaarlinekirby2648]

You’re funny ! I used to have to catch them chickens in Grannis Arkansas for you chicken haulers! Lane Poultry back in the day! I idolized them filthy Mc nasty chicken trucks! 🤷🏻‍♀️🤣

[@Robroto64]

Good story

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thank you 😊

[@392nightrunner]

There's the yard, and then there's the yahd

[@TheBostonTrucker]

😆

[@BrandonBalderas]

Ive been a Local Union Driver over 15 years as you know here in Los Angeles and IVE NEVER PLAYED TRUCK SIMULATOR LOL

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Me either! Maybe we're missing out on something.

[@BrandonBalderas]

@@TheBostonTrucker i played pac man once lol

[@7viewerlogic670]

Those FLD 120's rode surprisingly good with that one piece air ride cab+sleeper. How do I get a good look at the thumbnail picture for this video?

[@TheBostonTrucker]

I agree, they were nice little trucks. I'm not sure how but you could see it on my Instagram @thebostontrucker

[@7viewerlogic670]

@@TheBostonTrucker Ok thanks, I'm sure yours looked nice. They looked good with a chrome wrap around bumper. Had a halfway decent hood out in front of you but a driver could still get around in the tight spots with that setback axle.

[@kizerbread]

I think I get less sleep when i get to go home a few nights a week lol also worked at a place where a coworker got our boss fired, and each subsequent boss was worse than the last. I eventually got fired. But didn't you ever want to own your own rig? Especially as a younger guy.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

I always slept better in a truck.

[@wilE6764]

Hey what year/model freight shaker is that on your thumbnail?..anyone?..always liked them..flat top even better

[@TheBostonTrucker]

I'm gonna say it was a 95 or 96

[@wilE6764]

@@TheBostonTrucker Fld? wish I could find one and restore it

[@nw9120]

The thumbnail is so good

[@TheBostonTrucker]

I'm happy to hear that.

[@rich-mp6dm]

I run Buffalo to Detroit 3 runs a week and love being home .I hated waiting for showers and fuel when I was on the road.Who cares what size trailer you drive as long as your home every night with your family and taking care of your family.Enjoy what your doing now.Who cares what these Super truckers think.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

To make a run like that especially in the Winter takes a highly skilled driver, nice to have you aboard.

[@wilE6764]

I used to do Buffalo to either Detroit, Windsor or Cleveland 5 days a week..unload, come back empty..10hr shift

[@379hay5]

Boston to Chicago day trip 😂 only 15 hours

[@TheBostonTrucker]

That's all, just down the street a bit. 😁 Probably take me two days now!

[@craigkelley9316]

I pull bottom dump in south Dakota many miles no scales no speed limit on Indian ground loved it pulled stepdeck too have many Indian friends

[@TheBostonTrucker]

I miss running out through South Dakota, down through Kadoka pass through the Badlands into Nebraska.

[@craigkelley9316]

@@TheBostonTrucker there would be a 1000 bikes in morning when I would wake up and get my coffee in those little cow towns

[@keepontruckinman4688]

I can't even believe that anyone who watches or knows you would even have the ball's to say that mike is not a real trucker!! Mike has been in a rig his hole life I'm willing to bet anyone who says he's not a trucker that he could win the Teamsters rodeo and First place at that🤔🤗🤗 this man is a true TRUCKER always has been always will be. Thanks for sharing as always Mike appreciate you driver.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thank you very much that's really nice of you to say that.

[@keepontruckinman4688]

@@TheBostonTrucker only speaking the truth buddy.

[@mikemcclune1440]

Driver, I don't touch freight, Bossman, I'm not paying for a lumper, move that product

[@jonwight5018]

Great story.I worked for KAG hauling gas.We voted in the teamsters and 6 years later we still had no contract.All the pro unions guys quit and we finally decided to get rid of the union

[@TheBostonTrucker]

6 years! That's crazy!

[@benbailey2037]

You should buy a fleet of trucks. I bet you would be very successful!

[@TheBostonTrucker]

I like my family time to much.

[@benbailey2037]

@@TheBostonTrucker true. I agree.

[@nighttrain3926]

if u got a good gig enjoy the hell out of it cause it aint gonna last nutin stays the same in truckin

[@TheBostonTrucker]

You ain't kidding!

[@mikeglenn9800]

Can't find any new videos, Mike. Things ok ?

[@TheBostonTrucker]

I'm happy you're looking for new videos! I try to do one a week but I didn't get to it this week. I've got some footage shot from the week maybe I'll post this weekend. Thanks for checking on me 😊

[@juancarlitorodriguez7976]

what's the actual length of the dump trailer of yours

[@TheBostonTrucker]

26 feet

[@juancarlitorodriguez7976]

I like the red and black custom color that you put

[@mr7badass]

It isn't the size of the trailer that matters, its how you use it!

[@tsimmons1974ts]

😛😛😛

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Bahaha that's right!

[@mr7badass]

@@TheBostonTrucker in Michigan, our normal dump trailers are only 24 feet😳 our "super dumps" are 28 feet. 4 axle. 3 axle on normal dump. And a normal dump can only scale 98,000 here. I drove a 3 axle for a long time. I miss the dirt.

[@stevehall6539]

I love you videos , but you should ease up on us teamster guys , we aren't all that bad LoL. Keep up the good work driver !

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thanks! I'll have to go back and watch, I didn't realize I was being rough on the Teamsters. Dad was a Teamster for 10 years. Thanks for watching!

[@stevehall6539]

@@TheBostonTrucker I know your dad was a teamster, my dad is a retired cf driver , and I'll be honest a lot of why that company isn't around anymore is the drivers. These guys were so set in there ways it was embarrassing. I started my career with them and most of us worked hard , but the ones that didn't wrecked it for everyone. I'm still a teamster to this day for a small company out of Jersey. Keep up the good work Mike, I love your videos, and stay safe ! I'll have to find you on Instagram tonight .

[@jessicaarlinekirby2648]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👊 owas or airs? Hours? 🇨🇱🙄🤪

[@bendoler41]

Let try backing a 28 ft end dump it ain't easy

[@TheBostonTrucker]

It gets away from you quick!

[@bendoler41]

@@TheBostonTrucker I'll keep to my 48ft and 53ft flatbed little easier to back lol keep the videos coming man watch em every chance I get

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thanks Ben!

[@andrewoldacre2940]

The rich folks wants u to work until u die...drive safe..

[@shawnsnyder8876]

That's the Delaware river at port Jervis NY not the Susquehanna the Susquehanna runs just west of I 81

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Yes you're right! Thank you 😊

[@shawnsnyder8876]

My father is buried in that cemetery at that bridge where the neversink and Delaware come together

[@jeffskewes9456]

84 by port jervis thats hi point mtn

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Thank you I couldn't remember the name.

[@elljay4587]

There is a big difference between a driver and a trucker

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Absolutely 👍

[@ALLofYOU2]

I just dont get how any truck driver that has been driving so long doesn't have anything on their record!?

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Really? 31 years and a clean record so far.

[@ALLofYOU2]

@@TheBostonTrucker you have never had any type of ticket in 31 years?

[@TheBostonTrucker]

I've never been pulled over by a cop or had any violations, scouts honor.

[@ltlshuttledriver]

Leave it to the union to F-up a good job. Great story Mike, keep’em coming.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

To many big egos ruined another great job!

[@stickwagon816]

Why do all these super truckers thinking it’s so hard to pull a 53 foot trailer at 80k 😂😂

[@TheBostonTrucker]

I have no idea! 😂

[@vorpalelixr1239]

Them over the road guys have no idea how hard a dump truck is on your body those short wheel base trailers and trucks don’t ride that good

[@TheBostonTrucker]

That might be true but otr takes a toll on those drivers even more I think.

[@rce8540]

I agree with you. More to life then working. Lots of know it alls.

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Yes definitely right about that.

[@jacksonburchfield260]

Hi mike this your buddy Jackson from East Texas I was wondering if you can make Twitter account so you can follow me on there I don’t have Instagram anymore I got in trouble with my parents so that’s why don’t have a Instagram anymore and by the way thanks for keeping America moving and stay safe out there on the road and keep on trucking and keep on rocking and rolling

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Hey Jackson! I think I have a Twitter account it's just not active but maybe I'll try it out sometime. I hope you're doing well.

[@jacksonburchfield260]

TheBostonTrucker yes sir I’m staying healthy and well how’s the old kenworth w900 doing ?

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Glad to hear it. She's still running!

[@jessicaarlinekirby2648]

53’

[@jessicaarlinekirby2648]

Flatbed?

[@edwardbriddle1853]

Curtain dwellers

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Nailed it!

[@jsnowstorm1311]

Real truckers pull 2trailers on the golden rd with 50 cd of wood

[@TheBostonTrucker]

Tell me more.

[@jsnowstorm1311]

TheBostonTrucker the golden rd goes from millknocket Maine to Quebec. It was built by the great northern paper co. To get the wood from the 2 million acres they owned. Yrs ago I knew a guy that hauled wood on that rd. He pulled two trailers at times. He said they tried 3. They were wide off rd trailers. I think he said they were 14ft wide and the stakes 14 tall. So around 25cd per trailer. The rd weight limit was 400000. He said it wasn’t if but when you would tip one over. Another thing that may interest you look up king Edward lacroix and his railroad. They brought it from Quebec across the lake on the ice. The two trains are still there at eagle lake. The last time I saw them was 20 ago went in on snowmobiles

[@jsnowstorm1311]

If you ever go to Bangor me. Stop at coles transportation mesuem. Lots of old trucks. There is a cracker box cab gmc. It had a big tank on it 1500 gal ? They hauled oil or fuel to the county pulling a empty trailer. They hauled potato’s back. And it had a screaming 671 in it

[@TheBostonTrucker]

@@jsnowstorm1311 I've always wanted to stop into Coles.