How Car Hauler Lives on the Road! Inside Truckers Custom 156" ARI Sleeper | Reliable Cribs S4E2

Reliable Carriers CRIBS - S4, Episode 2:
Owner Operator Rick Halda's 2020 Kenworth W900L with custom 156" ARI Sleeper
Series Description:
Welcome to Reliable Carriers Cribs: BIG RIG EDITION! See a behind the scene tour of our fleet, shared by our team of Professional Car Haulers.
Episode Description:
Owner Operator Car Hauler Rick Halda shares his home away from home, his beautiful 2020 Kenworth W900L with a custom 156" Sleeper by ARI. Rick shares his trucking journey, and then gives us a full tour of his equipment. His Sleeper includes all the amenities a driver could possibly need while on the road. Including a bathroom with a shower, kitchen, oven, sink, bed and living space. Rick also gives us a tour of his house hold goods trailer, used for transporting large and oversized vehicles.
Equipment Specs:
Truck - 2020 Kenworth W900L with 156" ARI Sleeper
Trailer - Household trailer for Oversized Vehicle Transport
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Video Timestamps ---------
0:00 - Intro : Meet Rick
0:40 - Types of Vehicles Hauled
0:58 - 360 View - Truck Overview
1:20 - Inside the Cab
2:30 - Sleeper Tour!!
3:20 - Sleeper Features
6:45 - Trailer Tour
8:15 - Car Hauling at Reliable
8:45 - Favorite Experiences
9:14 - Final Words

[@Joe_Hunt_Music]

Back in the 90’s when I was still a fairly new driver, I was heading south on 75 and had just made it through Detroit when I blew a radiator hose and lost all my coolant. This was before cell phones so I was kinda stuck on the side of the road. One of these Reliable large cars pull up behind me and the driver asked if I needed some help. I told him what happened and he said “come on, I’ll take ya down to the Detroiter truck stop and we’ll see if you can get a new hose. I got what I needed and told the driver how much I appreciated the ride and the help and that I’d call a cab to take me back to my truck. He said oh don’t do that. Come on I’ll take ya back to your truck. He drove north to the exit past where I was parked, turned that big rig around in a Kroger parking lot and then proceeded to help me splice the old hose and fill up my radiator. I offered to pay him for his time and he wouldn’t even consider it. We shook hands and he went on his way. In the past 25+ years, I have yet to run into him anywhere. I wish I had got his name. He was driving a long hood Pete with one of the giant sleepers and I recall his truck was the first I had seen with hardwood floors. I’d love to know who he is and if he happens to still be out on the road I’d love to buy him dinner. Just a fantastic human being

[@ReliableCarriers]

This is so nice!!!!! What a great story, thank you for sharing. Our drivers are what make our company so great.

[@williamyekin8639]

Live down the road from the Detroiter truck stop!

[@johnblyth9787]

This is a great story, and a true trucker. Not what is known as a cowboy in Australia. Hope you do catch up with him one day. Stay safe out there and keep the shiny side up.

[@anewthoughteveryday4592]

​So I guess you are the guy from and in that nice story 😊​@williamyekin8639

[@jonthomassings5003]

That's old school trucker

[@moog247]

Rick seems like a good guy and he’s happy in his job. We need more Rick’s.

[@SolomonSamson747]

So say we all!

[@1stupidgenius]

& who R u?

[@scottowens8474]

We need more better places to work as well!!!

[@Boric78]

Yeah totally - seemed very happy to be there and seemed a nice guy. We need more chilled big rig drivers.

[@mikejanacone8328]

These guys are the backbone of America they drive heavy dangerous trucks so we can have the amenities and society we have. I’m glad they’re getting a little bit of the respect. They deserve that’s far overdue.

[@pbpx]

The most impressive thing here is how much respect he has for his job and employer. Yall must treat them right.

[@weezyyeswes]

That's because he is fairly new to the job, give it a few years. Lol I'm just joking around, he is lucky to have such a great job. Not too many of those anymore. Plus since he owns his own house on wheels he's probably banking too.

[@michaelwoffindin5327]

Good men like Rick are rare and it's nice to see him happy and well taken care of. I'm glad he's getting what he wants. Truckers like him are invaluable to society.

[@philthedrill2244]

Very well said. I’m a white collar yuppie that can’t relate to Rick’s life or profession, but damnit I appreciate his kind demeanor and pride in his work.

[@osmanyreyes8373]

Having a shower in the cab is THE MOST convenient part of that entire truck.

[@johnled4375]

Are reliable the owner of reliable transport John Ledford Senior well I'll say hi to him you want a new one or you going to yeah let me know yeah we'll find will finance it for you hey okay Delon yeah I'll buy it from you Michael trucks how many miles you got on that now well yeah it takes about 6 to 8 weeks yeah how about 11:20 here in last 2 weeks yeah it's a yeah I'm very nice lady yeah pretty nice deal though yeah just John Ledford Senior if somebody's not doing something yeah and you don't feel let me know better not for sale her name is Karen

[@ItsMeYourRealDad]

I'm disappointed that he didn't show the bathroom

[@Statueshop297]

@@ItsMeYourRealDadperhaps had a messy dump earlier. Needs to scrub that pan😂😂😂

[@monkeyb1820]

@@ItsMeYourRealDad yeah, that's one of the main 'money shots' of these vids!

[@pureh2oh92]

@@ItsMeYourRealDadprobs caught a body lol

[@dannysantos1266]

This man is a natural in front of the camera. He’s really an excellent host. Well done.

[@LK-bz9sk]

I really enjoyed this video. I really liked seeing a hard working humble man be so proud of his job and his rig and taking the time to give us a tour.

[@ReliableCarriers]

So true! He’s a really good guy and we’re fortunate to have him on our team.

[@BluePlanetDrone]

@@ReliableCarriershopefully your company also provides him with enough PTO to get some time out of the truck. Employers that romance, their employees have employees that romance your customers. It’s a win win win!!

[@alexl431]

Y’all protect this man/employee at all costs. We need more Ricks!

[@arisaga822]

Ladies and gentlemen, an honest man on his grind for his family. God bless from Japan.

[@diablo2v2]

Y'all can thank Rick for getting everything you own to your destination! Thanks Rick!

[@knightrider693]

Pretty cool rig but what im impressed by is how happy he seems with his job and employer. Must be a well run organization and they probably pay well too. Great to see!

[@spiritrider3348]

The mans humility is Gold. As they say ' An idle mind is the devils workshop'- two hands on the wheel brother, love your work!! Beautiful truck!!

[@PYGolf]

Talk about a refreshing video. No clue how this popped on my feed, but sure glad I got to see a dude happy with his job and appreciative of it all.

[@philthedrill2244]

Same! I’m a white collar yuppie that watches videos of fart jokes and pretentious podcasts on KZbin. This is the best video I’ve seen on KZbin in a long while.

[@bigopishposh8558]

if you know, you know....THIS is the kind of guy you want hauling for you! Someone who is knowledgeable, experienced, and has fun doing the job! Make sure you all learn to flash your lights to let these guys change lanes in front of you on the freeway, they may even blink their lights to thank you!

[@computerjantje]

seems like a nice guy which is the most important thing. How many guys are looking forward to the moment they can take their wives on the job. You have my respect sir.

[@CommandoG331]

Being from the UK I have NEVER seen anything like this on a truck before. I'm amazed. Americans always do things bigger and better (sometimes🤣).

[@boodle4960]

Never thought I’d be watching a video like this, but Rick gives me hope. Man! If the whole world was like Rick it would be a paradise

[@ErikS-]

What I really like about these videos, is that this company puts the spotlight on the life of its employees! This instead of the service the company provides. Great to see people being respected in this way! You got yourself a new subscriber!

[@harrywebsters2318]

A great, wholesome video. We need more Rick's in the world! What a champion.

[@Othis-Morf]

The world needs more Rick's.

[@BluePlanetDrone]

I love how proud he is of his truck. And how hard he worked to gain the experience to get hired with reliable. A pros pro! Congratulations on all of your success. Thank you for taking time out to share your passion with us. Thank you for keeping America moving. Best to you and your wife! Be safe out there on the roads

[@imTHE_INFINITY_]

What a wonderful guy! You can see and hesr the joy and pride he has in drivinf that truck! I hope him and his wife get to see all kinds of cool things when she retires and goes out on the road with him!

[@capt_ramius]

The European mind can’t comprehend this kind of elegance.

[@MG-ll5nw]

honestly i had no idea this optimus prime was real

[@HeartAndHand1688]

lol

[@CaesarConsuloProVita]

Awesome!! This man worked hard for this achievement. How wonderful for him!

[@lobowynn]

I drove for over 30 yrs and never drove a beautiful truck like that awesome ❤

[@bc-guy852]

What a super endorsement of what seems like a pretty neat company. Encouraged enthusiasm is easy to spot. Rick shared not only his personal space but a hint as to what sort of man he is. I'm super pleased to see this opportunity working so well for him and his wife. Way to go Rick! Stay safe!

[@KK10155]

The world needs more people like you

[@FlorentinoRebuildingCo.5644]

My best friend drove for Reliable. He loves trains and had a train nick-name they would refer to him by. I use to ride with him from time to time, I'm a non-trucker.......but Reliable is an impressive outfit. I wish Reliable Carriers, much success and all their drivers, the protection and safety the good lord can provide.

[@ReliableCarriers]

Thank you! 🧡

[@DKJHamp]

God bless Rick!! He seems like such an awesome person who also loves his job. I'm so happy for him that after many years he got the job he worked towards and wanted for so long. Hey employers, see what happens when you take care of your people! Reliable does it right!

[@dumbledont247]

I literally couldn't imagine someone looking more like a truck driver than this guy

[@Blahblahyah]

This guys a freaking American hero. Hell yeah. Thank you!

[@toulow]

As someone who was a drivers-mate for a while in the UK... This blows my mind. There was me thinking I had it good being in a cab with beds. My god this is awesome!

[@joec.9327]

I've seen these trucks all the time, never paid much attention to them. UNTIL THIS VIDEO POPPED UP!! This guy and company look like good people.

[@nicholasdavies6264]

Incredible truck. I can imagine how many miles you do across America. Safe truckin fella from 🇬🇧.

[@SolomonSamson747]

What a cool truck! So glad this gentleman has some comfort on those long hauls. Thank you truckers! Lifeblood of America, you and the Train operators!

[@philthedrill2244]

6:35 “this is my home. I hope you like it.” Rick, I love your home, and love you. You’re a good man and a paragon of Americanism.

[@PhilDiasPJD]

So what you hauling today...... Well 10 cars and litterally the kitchen sink!!. What a machine!

[@jh6031]

I work for an OEM and we use Reliable for all our important vehicle moves. I’ve always wondered what the sleeper cabs looked like inside so thanks for sharing. Very impressive and on par with a well-equipped motor home.

[@jakesnake6007]

What a wholesome human being. I hope everything works out well for you.

[@keithstrutter63]

They haul some nice cars and they haul them in beautiful trucks. What an organization that provides a service that’s first class!!

[@Look_What_You_Did]

Nothing says cheap like orange.

[@PrinceAndrewFucksKids]

​@@Look_What_You_Did nothing says empty woman like a woman covered in a 2 inch layer of make-up to hide your deep insecurities 😂

[@stevecunningham936]

Good for you! It's nice to see someone enjoy what they do

[@jeannemarcinek4575]

In the past I did deal with car haulers everyone was nice. I have never seen an enclosed trailers before and the inside is very nice. If I was lost and saw a car hauler I knew I could get the help I needed. I miss those guys they were like family. This guy is a rare find not many out there. So, stay safe, warm/cool, and blessings.

[@davidmwood560]

We don't have this kind of sleeper here in the UK. It makes trucking so much better. Great video, thanks.

[@BuckfastTonic]

i think its to do with the tight turns on b roads and the length restrictions including trailers. I"m no expert but i think that would be why Im from scotland btw so it defo wouldnt work around here but maybe on m roads

[@Yontess]

@@BuckfastTonicyup, these type of long nose semi trucks are too big for European roads. That's why most European trucks are cabover.

[@calvinnickel9995]

It’s American vs European trucking regulations. Used to be be same.. overall length of the consist.. which is why you had cabovers in the US in the 60s and 70s. Now it’s just the trailer which means that sleepers and long noses don’t need to be counted. And sleepers are essential for the distances American truckers drive and the long nose improves quietness, vibration, and safety. You still see cab overs in the US but they are for short distance inner city jobs.

[@dannyallround]

@@calvinnickel9995 some EU truckers also are away from home for weeks at a time... nothing to do with distance for us, since 2000 miles a week isnt that much... but more of the fact that the bosses make more money if you sleep in the cab so you can work more

[@andrewbennett2044]

​@@dannyallroundsounds like we take trucker safety more seriously.

[@gone4days956]

Rick for President 2024. He’s one of us.

[@KaiSchroder-vk7un]

Nice guy ! All the best for him

[@1_fishin_magician153]

AWESOME RIG !!! * Truckers are the backbone of our economy !!!

[@garyzarbock2739]

When you enjoy going to work and doing what you do then it doesn't feel like work, Thanks for tour inside that monster :)

[@ronshupe9905]

Rick is proof that hard work pays off don't expect to leave driving school and get a vehicle like that off the get go, good work pays off

[@matseklundh8241]

Im a bit of a loner with a cabin in the woods and this truck gives me the same feeling looking at this video and makes me want to be a truck driver 👍

[@bobbowie9350]

Huge respect to guys like Rick! The Heartbeat of America and the free world! Please let them merge when they signal on the highways and by ways

[@jono1432]

That cab and sleeper is roomier and nicer than a lot of NYC apartments! Rick is awesome. I really like his personality and his love for his job and truck!

[@steveholmshaw8702]

I can only imagine the absolute carnage that would be caused driving this on UK roads 😂

[@henrykrinkle5353]

Imagine that on the M6 heading south during the Monday morning commute, just pulling out of the Charnock Richard Services and joining the flow :)

[@billmadison2032]

That is the sweetest living area I have ever seen in a truck, thank you for showing it

[@richtea7868]

That truck is bigger than my first flat!

[@wideslammer]

Thanks for the tour of your home-on-wheels, Rick.

[@mjac8373]

Canton Ohio; grew up there born in 1950. Miss the old haunts. Nice 'home-away-from-home'. Stay safe be happy!

[@kevinmiller7792]

All I can say is WOW!! Thank you for the tour. Happy trails.👍

[@kengyang1908]

When enjoy what you do it shows,, that's a luxurious mini home

[@lawrencesheppard4820]

My grandpa would've loved that truck. He was President of the Louisiana Trucking Association back in the 80's and 90's. His name was Joe or Joseph Jeanson.

[@ThatoneY62]

Thanks, Rick! Sweet rig and amazing job/ company!

[@ProudPapaw88]

Nice ride!! Enjoy!! Thanks for sharing and have a great weekend!!

[@DirectCurrent4u]

I live in a Camper that size! And I love it. So I just need to find away to make a living with it now! Very nice Rig! Thanks for the tour and stay safe out there my friend!🙏🏻👍

[@beachobsession29]

Super cool Big rig. With comfortable living conditions. We didnt see the bathroom. But it must be bug enough to shower in. He seems like he loves his job. Thats nice to see. The company must be great too. He speaks highly of it.

[@fatduc996]

nice rig. cool trucker. i guess a good company with staff so happy

[@Sailor426]

Thanks mate awesome tour magic accomodation ! Hi from New Zealand .

[@billyhouse1943]

Thank you.. Reliable just in last two weeks transported a Corvette from Scottsdale Az to Georgetown Tx for me. Great job by the driver. May 2024..

[@crazypict]

Really nice guy, he knows what he likes! Very nice. I really good video!

[@MetalDrummer_666]

Thank you for sharing your incredible cab and sleeper, Sir. All credit to you for achieving your dream job, Rick. May you have many miles of safe trucking ahead 🤘

[@group9622]

As a fellow driver myself , congrats at Reliable I've seen their rigs at Car events 30 of them and all spotless clean. Dream job for sure ...one day ..one day.

[@YusoSerious23]

Thats a happy driver kudos to y'all

[@dennisminton1964]

What a cool dude. Thank you for inviting us into your home.

[@stemtosternms4438]

Thanks for sharing your rig Rick, we appreciate you!!

[@greglumho4125]

Thank you for the tour, awesome.

[@sleepyfaryna]

Be like Rick, Thank you sir for your dedication and hard work!

[@CrampedGrampy]

Thank you for a most enlightening review of your rig. Beautiful, and you are just so proud of it. Atta-Boy!

[@Mister_MasterzRN]

This genuinely looks like a awesome job! I could appreciate a man who loves his work!

[@davetherave5]

Badass! Thanks for sharing your experience Rick!!! Also, love from Michigan!

[@williamburchard2987]

Very nice tour of you rig. Thank you very much for sharing. Wishing you safety on the road. 👍

[@connellbennett2531]

😊😊😊😊😊

[@colinflood5453]

This man really loves his truck.

[@Poppy101DJ]

Super cool, that truck is sweet!! Glad Rick enjoys his job!

[@BuddhaAfterDark]

This is the most wholesome thing I have seen on KZbin in ages and i loved it thank you 🙏🏻

[@mrdbourke]

Beautiful truck and even more beautiful person! All the best Rick, what a lovely spirit you have.

[@thisisus.504]

Good luck to you fella. You work hard doing a difficult job, why not make it amazing when away from home. Amazing.

[@Smokkedandslammed]

I love getting the hazard lights when I let truckers over on the freeway. Makes me feel like a part of the team 😎

[@joshua646646]

What a humble man. Happy for ya pahdna.

[@constanttraveler]

Thanks for the tour, I really enjoyed it.

[@jasondavidson7307]

That guy seems cool as hell just a nice guy!!!

[@tombkk1322]

Super nice guy. Thanks for the tour.

[@ImzyImz]

That is a beautiful truck. I'm glad you enjoy your work, Rick. 👍👊

[@tahirhussain9907]

Good man, thank you for showing us your truck and explaining your work so well.

[@CasinoMan2005]

God Bless you, Rick! Stay safe and truck on.

[@CongoChango]

45 years retired from trucking, and I know fellow one things absolutely for certain, you dont shape up lose that guy and weight , they going to find you dead in that truck if you don’t have a heart attack driving!!! You better take some good advice and get lighter friend !! That weight and driving with no exercise is a death wish at your age.. Im retired and had same problem, after losing one kidney and now have multiple health problems, Im a witness to what will happen. Good luck but all the bells and whistles on that truck is no good if you’re dead!!

[@ZacharyJensen]

Just a genuine guy! Awesome stuff!

[@V888FAM]

Absolutely legend love the way he spoke from the heart ❤️

[@hansOrf]

Absolute proper human and rig, much respect.

[@mikemiller9346]

What a nice truck and a even nicer driver!!! Man I love them w900!! Best of the best right there!!!!

[@sylpascale7673]

Thanks for sharing with us, I really enjoyed the tour.

[@georgevue8175]

What a great looking rig, I would feel proud driving that baby around it takes serious skills to steer a long wheelbase like that.

[@joewoodchuck3824]

That's one fantastic rig.

[@officialcurtis]

Mate, this truck is absolutely badass. If I had to go back to OTR, I would slap some solar panels on that guy for some extra internal power and never leave the road. Absolutely beautiful build and you seem to love the work.