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
@PrideandJoyRupert9 жыл бұрын
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
@drujhon62396 жыл бұрын
Hey bro u I need some help I was watching Steve wts my 1st move
@h.geromethompson61415 жыл бұрын
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.
@NavyVetJack3 жыл бұрын
Hi Steve, this was a GREAT presentation that you did. Best that I have seen.
@billystray70075 жыл бұрын
Hell I thought we were gonna get a tour of that truck in the pic, is that a sleeper ?
@pknight63895 жыл бұрын
Steve, you’re the man! Thanks for the videos and valuable info.
@randyjohnson54265 жыл бұрын
Finally a quick, straight to the point without all the blah blah blah stuff!!
@michaelcuff57806 жыл бұрын
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.
@MsKinnara4 жыл бұрын
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.
@travisgodwin56286 жыл бұрын
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.
@Anthonyr7424 жыл бұрын
Good information Steve. Thanks for videos
@brianb88306 жыл бұрын
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.
@prevost86866 жыл бұрын
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.
@RussellFamily137 жыл бұрын
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!
@hornefoundations6 жыл бұрын
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.
@Devolont8 жыл бұрын
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.
@jhs4598 жыл бұрын
Yes you need a CDL
@Devolont8 жыл бұрын
I watched the second part where he said that. I should have deleted this comment of mine. Thanks for the response though.
@hanoi35036 жыл бұрын
if you dont go over 26k you dont need a cdl i have a few friends hauling car and some has no cdl
@zerofoxgibbon39235 жыл бұрын
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.
@garlandjones77095 жыл бұрын
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.
@captmoa9 жыл бұрын
Just what I was looking for. Thanks.
@kennethnugent82556 жыл бұрын
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
@kennethnugent82556 жыл бұрын
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.
@erniewoods70225 жыл бұрын
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
@pedrocubano696 жыл бұрын
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.
@nodak815 жыл бұрын
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.
@ronaldreed76986 жыл бұрын
Id think a single cab with larger sleeper would work better for me
@tommyjones47836 жыл бұрын
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.
@combatvolta5 жыл бұрын
I have not finished the video and you are amazing explaining this bussiness Thanks!!!! i need it
@BlohmandBlohmer6 жыл бұрын
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.
@johncoon31326 жыл бұрын
Motortube do you tow campers how much do you make doing it?
@BlohmandBlohmer6 жыл бұрын
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.
@johncoon31326 жыл бұрын
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.
@viliamituamoheloa74625 жыл бұрын
Awesome information nice work
@kevinhuddleston34164 жыл бұрын
What is the name of the sleeper berth manufacturer? I really like yours. Do you have an auxiliary fuel tank too?
@newelltruckingllc77989 жыл бұрын
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.
@PrideandJoyRupert9 жыл бұрын
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.
@newelltruckingllc77989 жыл бұрын
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.
@PotatoTacoman9 жыл бұрын
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?
@PotatoTacoman9 жыл бұрын
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?
@newelltruckingllc77989 жыл бұрын
I don't, mine is stock at this time since it is still under warrantee.
@BB-rm9fl7 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that you where very informative brother be safe on the road.
@mikehernandez80434 жыл бұрын
This is the truck that i need
@hy44384 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the info. Oh, i think you need to change the battery in your smoke detector...
@albaniansk8er4 жыл бұрын
Why would the 3 axle trailer carry less weight then the 2 axle?
@matthewdehaan19885 жыл бұрын
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
@TheRealHecky4208 жыл бұрын
Great video! Change that smoke detector battery!
@reverendzombie726 жыл бұрын
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!
@PrideandJoyRupert6 жыл бұрын
Reverend Zombie I do rails dev. But I am back to trucking. Would be great to chat. Steve
@reverendzombie726 жыл бұрын
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.
@scottsime51975 жыл бұрын
Enjoyed video, please, please go change your battery in the smoke detector in that room, that thing beeping is annoying..
@garbear386 жыл бұрын
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.
@PrideandJoyRupert6 жыл бұрын
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. ;-)
@garbear386 жыл бұрын
Steve Chesnowitz thanks!
@PrideandJoyRupert6 жыл бұрын
Hey Darrell are you currently running a business?
@P272-e9k6 жыл бұрын
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.
@PrideandJoyRupert6 жыл бұрын
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.
@charlestoliver20098 жыл бұрын
Great video . Very informative . Is there business license required? And what type of license plate do I need to have?
@mustafakhasawneh47134 жыл бұрын
Is there a way around getting a NEW truck (anything 2004 and newer) I'd rather use something 90s and older
@bruno57604 жыл бұрын
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 ?
@4g63ko8 жыл бұрын
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
@thomashallowes64016 жыл бұрын
Great information. Thanks very much.
@sethw45698 жыл бұрын
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.
@nate90097 жыл бұрын
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
@PrideandJoyRupert7 жыл бұрын
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.
@PrideandJoyRupert7 жыл бұрын
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.
@skipperskipper29368 жыл бұрын
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.
@terrencehampton42158 жыл бұрын
chest workout
@tommyboat647 жыл бұрын
Bullshit skipper
@alpham7776 жыл бұрын
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.
@ramtrucks7216 жыл бұрын
skipper skipper STFU IDIOT... UR CAPS IS ON TOO MORON
@roberteilo6 жыл бұрын
the CDL is necessary to transport cars with a pickup truck
@Supreme-si7lk6 жыл бұрын
Best sites or companies for load boards ????
@pedrocubano696 жыл бұрын
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?
@PrideandJoyRupert6 жыл бұрын
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.
@iPeterVarga6 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this very good info!
@badmathafuka7 жыл бұрын
thanks steve very informative nice...
@kennethgonzalez29615 жыл бұрын
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
@carolinaduran19589 жыл бұрын
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.
@carolinaduran19589 жыл бұрын
Carolina DuranSteve Chesnowitz
@PrideandJoyRupert9 жыл бұрын
Carolina Duran did you get my email?
@carolinaduran19589 жыл бұрын
Steve Chesnowitz Yes, I have received it, Thank you very much.
@mattwill83937 жыл бұрын
hey Steve could you start out with a Dodge 2500 and 30ft gooseneck
@Boothswelding7 жыл бұрын
I've been thinking about doing something similar in Australia, but it is nearly non-existent.
@VeRSINGOnTheGo6 жыл бұрын
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.
@governmentdealstv99287 жыл бұрын
Great Information. any recomendation on move empty shipping containers. What trucks and trailers would you recommend me to buy.
@PrideandJoyRupert7 жыл бұрын
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
@VeRSINGOnTheGo6 жыл бұрын
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#
@Tribale98 жыл бұрын
I am looking for someone to go in businesses with. Lets go half on the businesses and operation.
@bcedricks87859 жыл бұрын
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-yt9 жыл бұрын
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
@bcedricks87859 жыл бұрын
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.
@airsent112778 жыл бұрын
+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.
@tommyboat647 жыл бұрын
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.
@aldoyosbel17283972638 жыл бұрын
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
@bluewaveprotransport43256 жыл бұрын
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 ?
@crownchrist5 жыл бұрын
Have no interest in driving , want to start a business that will allow me to continue my career. Is it possible with this ?
@charliemich80378 жыл бұрын
Can you post what to expect whenever you pull into a weigh station? Thank you
@1stRoadhammer8 жыл бұрын
+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....
@charliemich80378 жыл бұрын
+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.
@1stRoadhammer8 жыл бұрын
+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_ounce18726 жыл бұрын
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
@911565 жыл бұрын
Half_ounce; You're an idiot.....
@speedbuggy72408 жыл бұрын
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?
@kathysteve36768 жыл бұрын
+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,
@1stRoadhammer8 жыл бұрын
+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,
@1stRoadhammer8 жыл бұрын
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
@thegreytrol29808 жыл бұрын
awesome info thanks driver
@speedbuggy72408 жыл бұрын
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?
@1stRoadhammer8 жыл бұрын
+Speed Buggy Check these out for definition - and this one maybe be more to the point www.concentra.com/patients/health-library/dot-physicals/
@bobbyroberts59647 жыл бұрын
much nicer sleeper than I got very nice
@Supreme-si7lk6 жыл бұрын
What is required to cross the border with a load from Canada to USA
@gilbertb80786 жыл бұрын
Understand GVWR on truck and Trailer combination.Over 26000? You need Class A.
@gilbertb80786 жыл бұрын
Laws are Laws.Meet them .No issues unless you try t o beat the Laws.
@卢林外传5 жыл бұрын
good information
@serkoten17 жыл бұрын
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???
@thesonmars24977 жыл бұрын
yep a lower class
@garlandjones77095 жыл бұрын
@@thesonmars2497 that's under 26k
@nightrider4646 жыл бұрын
How much money you have in this pickup
@vincentanderson36767 жыл бұрын
Should I get a big rig or a duly I have a class a
@mlbrown61227 жыл бұрын
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?
@PrideandJoyRupert7 жыл бұрын
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.
@Creativedoit8 жыл бұрын
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
@Scoofio19877 жыл бұрын
asif lodhi He did help you out. He made videos on what to do
@eiddiesal12498 жыл бұрын
Thank you much
@WayneStcroix5 жыл бұрын
Hey I have a question I've been had my CDL so what is the best way to get started fast
@kingdante81745 жыл бұрын
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
@jasonlamphere74107 жыл бұрын
hi ilooking for one more trucks flats Bede s.!?.
@sir-jacquesmajor72008 жыл бұрын
awesome info buddy
@larrywatson309 жыл бұрын
awesome thanks
@jasonlamphere74107 жыл бұрын
and I am looking for a dumpbede to .?.
@jucuyo14 жыл бұрын
Is it posible to hot shot with just a regular driver's license
@PrideandJoyRupert4 жыл бұрын
That would depend on the GVWR en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gross_vehicle_weight_rating#United_States
@gingerbeardactual12498 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@erinunderwood19169 жыл бұрын
Wonderful videos would like to ask many more questions and also help with the fr8 How can I contact you ?
@jdh104757 жыл бұрын
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.
@connerbutler10777 жыл бұрын
JDH no you don't need a CDL
@snek93537 жыл бұрын
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.
@nate90097 жыл бұрын
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.
@snek93537 жыл бұрын
Nicholas, you're wrong.
@buddyclark1167 жыл бұрын
dude my dually with some shingles in the bed weighs more then 10 thousand. ant no cdl weight
@Jjason6018 жыл бұрын
hey, is you located in texas?
@dennyhaverstick47517 жыл бұрын
OK LOVE IT/
@rubyprice59366 жыл бұрын
y Haverstick
@vincentanderson36767 жыл бұрын
Are u still doing hot shot
@javiera70016 жыл бұрын
Hello Steve. Do i need to have a CDL to do this?
@PrideandJoyRupert6 жыл бұрын
Javi Alvarez yes you do need a cdl
@javiera70016 жыл бұрын
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?
@PrideandJoyRupert6 жыл бұрын
Your best bet is to check with your DMV and see what steps you need to take.
@chrissilva58687 жыл бұрын
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
@ronaldreed76986 жыл бұрын
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
@cobratrick966 жыл бұрын
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.
@RayT707 жыл бұрын
Thumbs up.
@raincoast23968 жыл бұрын
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.
@Graveltrucking8 жыл бұрын
Want to go bankrupt go in the hotshot business is right.
@tommyboat647 жыл бұрын
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....
@cobratrick966 жыл бұрын
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.
@miguelrobb57196 жыл бұрын
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
@redbluesome28296 жыл бұрын
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.
@AKIO6067 жыл бұрын
truckers rule
@user-hw9pv8ys4u7 жыл бұрын
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
@marxvadar26145 жыл бұрын
This video left out a bunch of things-DOT, CDL, MC, BOT, ELD, LLC...
@PrideandJoyRupert5 жыл бұрын
Its part one of 5
@marxvadar26145 жыл бұрын
Steve Chesnowitz so you’re listing all the steps BACKWARDS? Yikes
@PrideandJoyRupert5 жыл бұрын
@@marxvadar2614 this is part 1 of 5
@MrStrutus3 жыл бұрын
Original
@placesandfaces3 жыл бұрын
You can visit www.dispatcherview.com to try our truck tracking apps which comes with many features including proof of delivery and digital signatures.
@wrongmower7 жыл бұрын
You still around ?
@bassstudent4life9 жыл бұрын
would you be willing to share this info in the form of pdf via email?
@PrideandJoyRupert9 жыл бұрын
Hello. I am traveling now. will need to print from original power point.
@bassstudent4life9 жыл бұрын
Steve Chesnowitz no problem. reach out when ever you can.
@grizzly88595 жыл бұрын
Cummins
@robh66385 жыл бұрын
5th wheels are dangerous and need to be out lawed
@rileybennis40295 жыл бұрын
Huh?
@harleyxxfabco5 жыл бұрын
Thumbs down for allowing stupid ads in the middle of your video
@kzone657 жыл бұрын
can I do it with 5.3 L V8 Silverado
@j.c.21647 жыл бұрын
go see gator's videos he does light loads on his 1500 chevy. his channel is The Gator Chronicles.
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@1229bp6 жыл бұрын
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