I've Been Trucking For 30 Years, Best Advice I Can Give You, Never Lease & Get A CB Radio

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[@squalle83]

Was the email address. I didn't catch it

[@ghostman303]

@@squalle83 yo this guy is off gross 12 to 16 i would freak the f out. For a average week in today market 6k per week and 24 month gross. If all you care about is money 24 to 30 max a month. Stop taking cheap fright and get with a load board.

[@squalle83]

@@ghostman303 I was asking for the guy's email address because i didn't catch it on time.

[@everythingtrucking8949]

@@ghostman303 I do $4000-$5000 to FL.. I go 3 times a week🤷🏾‍♂️not including backhauls.. that usually don't pay what they should.. but you gotta go home right

[@andrewnorris1514]

Thank you Mutha

[@esco1578]

This man is everything American's were meant to be.

[@randolphpinkle4482]

Exactly. I'm not American, but this is what I used to think all Americans were like.

[@wecountingmoneyoverhere2517]

Hell yeah!

[@vmark911]

Yesssir

[@roygoss7556]

I concur

[@edgardomatos6923]

@@randolphpinkle4482 yes well said

[@newsnowadirondacksredux360]

This is the definition of a Man. One who helps others and mentors younger people.

[@samfonov]

He's the Man

[@1611-DaleW]

Imagine if the majority of men on earth was like this guy. We would be living in an unrecognizable world. Awesome guy.

[@cornbread1209]

I've been trucking 25 years and still learn from the old-timers.

[@glennevitt5250]

I'm Been in This For 20 You Are So Right

[@AaronFergFerguson]

Been in 10 and am always talking to ones with many more years than me.

[@glennevitt5250]

@@AaronFergFerguson Here I Am

[@keehn20]

Making that good money like “Justtruckin”?

[@glennevitt5250]

@@keehn20 I do not know what good money he is This business

[@Habitual_Liar]

I here the phrase “Real Truck Driver” thrown around a lot. This is a real trucker. Someone who is willing to help teach new truck drivers.

[@Cheffluff]

This should have been a 2 hour interview bring this brother back & put up his information links etc… the knowledge this brother have & willing to pass down is priceless & that’s why he is so bless.

[@Cp-jv6mf]

I started on my own authority when I was 19 straight out of high school doing dump truck and moved my way up to belly dump to a 48’ flatbed to a 53’ stepdeck now a RGN and I’m 34 years old and I love what I do

[@mosesjohnson7563]

How much were you making fresh out of highschool? I'm planning to get into the industry as soon as I turn 18

[@Cp-jv6mf]

Back then local rates were low so I was doing $2000-$3000 now my stepdad is still doing dump truck and he averages $3500-$4000 a week take in mind with a dump truck you don’t use that much fuel

[@yuriys.4941]

@@Cp-jv6mf what is the name of company where is your stepdad work?!

[@Cp-jv6mf]

@@yuriys.4941 it’s my own company I search the load board but most of the work I get is from previous brokers calling me back

[@Xxhermitxxrs]

@@Cp-jv6mf damn son inspirational if true

[@parkersullivan6372]

This is how gracefully you can age if you don’t work a day in your life. Couldn’t believe he’s 50! Stay safe out there drivers.

[@jaybee5832]

Why couldn't you believe that?

[@gdtimi]

This King is a Treasure. God Bless Him.

[@supermodelatlanta1354]

STEERING WHEEL HOLDER 🤣🤣🤣🤣 No cheap freight ! Have a goal! Turn a wrench! Start broker & own authority! Don't get married! Get a CB!

[@Ken-harris]

You broke it down lol your comment should get pinned at the top

[@everythingtrucking8949]

Maybe not in that order 😁

[@mtnvortex]

When you get a CB, take some time to learn about setting it up properly also. There's a lot more to it than picking up the radio and plugging it in. Grounding, antenna tuning, etc.. You'll use it a lot more when you know it works right.

[@TRANSPORTKING1988]

I buy all my CBs from clays radio out of San Antonio Texas it's probably one of the best radio shops in the USA.... When you buy a new one you definitely have to get it tuned up, you definitely need good antennas and good coaxial cable, if you're lacking one of these items then it won't work good at all, I recommend changing out the CB coaxial every 5 years... CB radio should be mandatory in trucking, it's such a lifesaver in bad weather and road construction...

[@ROLLIN-DUB]

@@TRANSPORTKING1988 noted. Newborn “choke and puke” in Ga got a guy in the back (I forgot his name) does real good with CB’s as well, also the Valero “choke and puke” in Moody Al has good CB shop.

[@davidsmith2065]

Fact

[@michealtyson8081]

You are absolutely right. I'm in the Northeast. But I don't know anyone to help me out with my radio. I have the Cobra 29. I know it's a cheap radio. I don't mind getting a better one. I just want it to work as it should. I want to be able to reach a few miles around me. And not just 100 yards. In other words. If something bad on the road. I would like to hear about it miles before. And not when I'm on top of the problem.

[@Farrell0208]

Most people want to just be able to plug it in and leave it. Like everything else these days. Part of the problem is most these guys who are company drivers are in newer trucks that have horrible grounding and just as horrible coax. Never have understood why when all these manufacturers make these trucks, they ALL throw that thin, cheap coax in the truck.

[@finewine7.5]

That’s a good dude! He inspired me to learn diesel mechanics

[@TRANSPORTKING1988]

CBs should be mandatory in all trucks, it's such a lifesaver in bad weather and road construction, many shippers and receivers on the East Coast demand you to have one, so they can talk to you from the parking lot.... If you don't have one they will make you walk up to the window every hour... Clay's radio shop in San Antonio Texas is probably one of the best CB shops in the USA.

[@jeffreyfarlough8880]

Just ya eyes on the road

[@offroadvehiclelover]

@@jeffreyfarlough8880 yep. I don't mind the extra walk to the shipper or receiver asking for cb or the walk.

[@chrissuggs8521]

Not saying that’s not true. But if you don’t have a CB most companies will ask for your # an call you into a door. An also hate to say it but if you have your google on it will let you know weather an traffic updates.. CB’s are great but it’s a new lifestyle in a truck. You don’t need CB’s anymore. That time isn’t a must anymore. I’m an owner Opp an never had one. You can check weather an as long as you have a phone you can run your truck with no problems.

[@chrissuggs8521]

This man doing heavy hauling ? 15k gross out a week at a time. Coming out of Florida? That’s 595 truck stop.. your not pulling money out of Florida if your dry van.. ain’t happening.

[@jeffreyfarlough8880]

Never seen are heard a shipper say you need a CB

[@yungjones7292]

Much respect to this man! The knowledge this man is dropping is great.

[@mvcapitolllc.7894]

This is proof, the American Dream is still alive! Hard work, ingenuity, and pure heart! This is the attitude that will keep America number 1!

[@mariejane1567]

My step dad had a cb radio in his car when I was little and we used to talk to truckers. It was fun and they gave us info on the road. "Breaker Breaker 1-9"........😂😂🤦🏾‍♀️🤦🏾‍♀️

[@avmiritav83]

This man just give everybody the best advice

[@tksts37]

If you're brand new, learn how to drive the truck, learn how to back up, learn how to work your fuel, learn learn learn before you step out on your own! Don't step into this business blind!

[@jerryforeman4543]

This guy is a god send! People like him built this country!

[@dianneestell6554]

This truck driver is 100% right on point

[@BroadStBully247]

Thx OG's watched this video and just confirmed my date to start school Monday.

[@everythingtrucking8949]

Hey good luck .. and don't worry.. the backing will come to you

[@raymondrose3640]

@@everythingtrucking8949 hey leo I sent an email..I'm looking forward to get into the game but I just dont want to be steered off a cliff..I like your style..school me bro ✌

[@Orphan-mh6db]

love hearing them OGs talk it out , Going into trucking with great advise .

[@lifewitmarkp6011]

Best decision of my life was getting my cdl. And I ain’t even got to where I want to be yet.

[@truckerrickakamanowar]

Hell yeah. Trucking saved my life. Trucking has been good to me. Never be afraid to ask questions especially around a Man like this one. 13 yrs + in this game.

[@jaredjames1989]

Been going through hell the last few years. I start trucking school on Monday. I'm so anxious and excited. Been studying and binging youtube like crazy for months. I can't wait.

[@lifewitmarkp6011]

@@jaredjames1989 I used to be the same way

[@392.jacque]

Any advice for someone who’s there class B ?

[@truckerrickakamanowar]

@@392.jacque If you mean getting a class B my advice would be to get your A and be able to drive anything.

[@musicalgapattack3583]

I was able to get my own truck by lease purchasing at Hirschbach. Not sure if they're still good but I was able to make an average of around 2000 net with their lease purchase program. Walk away at any time. But he's definitely right. Nothing better than working by yourself. I saved for a year with Hirschbach and became and owner operator just a year into my CDL A career.

[@johnmilner6505]

Geesh.. you got screwed if you were lease purchase and averaged 2k..I did that as a company driver.. I'm lease now and I don't make less then 5500.00 wkly..net.. lesson learned

[@musicalgapattack3583]

@@johnmilner6505 yeah, and my mother is Oprah Winfrey. Lol. I'm an owner operator now and my best week net was 6,400 so sorry if I don't buy that b.s. unless of course you're leasing your truck and running it under your own authority and in that case, it's not the same as a lease purchase "program".

[@MantimeHustle]

@@musicalgapattack3583 100% bro I know bullshit when I see it lol

[@underdog7495]

@@johnmilner6505 What company do you lease with?

[@johnmilner6505]

@@underdog7495 us Cargo

[@supermodelatlanta1354]

I love this guy. I could listen to him for HOURS ty 💓

[@coalbucketoutlaw4324]

SPEAKING TRUTH!!!! Concerning 4-wheelers cutting us off! I do overweight at 129,000lbs

[@_aboutsteffanie]

He’s a smart man. Very great advice.

[@cts-video]

Now this is an awesome interview with this brotha....I love it. This brotha is straight-forward and honest. I would love to sit and chat with this brotha about the industry.

[@andrewnorris1514]

This guy is great ! TOO BAD HE'S HAD ENOUGH

[@everythingtrucking8949]

Only enough behind the wheel mr Andrew.. but always in the industry

[@tashafierce6857]

We need more peeps like him who lift others up

[@ljturnbow]

Not even a trucker myself but I love watching these videos and hearing the stories. Great content

[@Gr3ap3r78]

Leo, thanks for being real! God bless you. You're an inspiration to us all.

[@xEchoEaglex]

So thankful for great mentors like this guy. It IS definitely possible to succeed, if you can turn a wrench, and wade through a bit of bureaucracy. I was lucky enough to have a mentor steer me in this direction. It was tough at first, but I have only ever driven my own trucks.

[@Eve3740]

We need more like him... wish he give classes on repairs ;)

[@everythingtrucking8949]

Actually I do. I don't mind helping. Still getting the bugs worked out on the Drivers repair channel.. you can always shoot me an email

[@jaybee5832]

All the information you seek is online

[@quintauisjones2634]

@@everythingtrucking8949 how do I get in contact with you I already have a Cdl permit and some otr driving experience

[@everythingtrucking8949]

@@jaybee5832 oh no its not.. half the people online are guessing.. most don't solve the problem that caused the issue.

[@jaybee5832]

@@everythingtrucking8949 That means half are worth following 👏🏼 . Maybe even your KZbin channel. 👍🏽

[@pauljordan756]

Leo is the definition of a Man’s MAN! I would love to spend some time learning from his wisdom. I am not a trucker but have total respect for them… Leo nailed it when he said “truckers make the country go”…. God speed! 👍💪💯❤️

[@littlekingtrashmouth9219]

My trucking school stopped letting Prime reps come by because the school owner said a couple students got scammed by the lease purchase program. They were pretty predatory about it

[@Ball.Daily11]

There's not scams going on with the lease at prime. As somebody who completed a lease purchase there and now holds the title to a 2018 Peterbilt everything is straight forward there. Alot of people just don't read what there signing up for however I would not recommend leasing there to anybody else tho. You run under 2 bucks a mile most of the time and you have higher expenses than anybody else who financed a truck or outright owns one. I would do my numbers at the end of the year to find out how much I made on all miles for the year and my best year out of 4 was 1.30$ a mile which is awful.

[@sneed915]

@@Ball.Daily11 yeah ive been looking around leases and prime truck payments are like $1100+ a week

[@Ball.Daily11]

@@sneed915 Nah, average payments there for the trucks are 900. Nobody is paying 11000 a week but even then, like I said. I don't recommend leasing there. You can make the solo lease money there as a company driver without the head ache of the truck and being 1099.

[@hillslide]

@@Ball.Daily11 your paying more than 1100 at prime trust me I'm leasing from them now

[@Ball.Daily11]

@@hillslide I completed a 4 years lease purchase there. My truck was brand new with 15 miles when I got it and Peterbilts are the most expensive trucks they buy. My payment was 901 and it goes down every year you lease payment drops.

[@fredzag2452]

I know why Leo is really retiring. He has a recording contract, because he sounds like Barry White. Hey Leo ! Love ya man!

[@kingnoir764]

This man is gem to the trucking business. Wish there was more OG like this

[@CutandShoot5x5]

Truckers are my heroes! These men & women are modern day Cowboys! Thank you to each & everyone of you! ❤️💪

[@roypoulos1378]

Guys like this are a rare breed in our modern world. 👍

[@DangerousDeon11]

He reminds me of my great uncle who was a trucker. Appreciate the wisdom. I start my CDL school on Monday. I got the ball rolling by getting my permit ahead of time. Nervous to learn manual but excited at the same time. From the marines, to nursing, and now excited to join the trucking community! I am turning down a Sparkletts route delivery position (class B) tomorrow to give myself the best opportunities with attempting to obtain the A.

[@mikecaleca5493]

Dont stress about the manual believe me its not even close to as hard as you think it is. And in the winter your going to love being able to drive a manual over an automatic

[@user-wj6kq3xw2g]

Real humble. Informational cat right here. God bless him.

[@fonz112goss4]

You're showing Gods love helping!!!

[@لاتصالح-خ4س]

Maintenance!!!! Oh man it kills, and it’s not just the maintenance itself but the time your truck is down at the dealership yard collecting dust , people reaching out to you they want you to pick up or deliver! The stress you’re going through, If you want to be independent contractor you must be a mechanic, or else you’re out of business or you’re not making money. Good job Leo

[@spiffy_outlaw]

This dude is a legend! Salute to OG!

[@yassina-r6806]

30 years he kept himself in shape. Would have been good to ask him about his habits, food, health

[@martelprayer416]

He reminds me of my grandfather who happens to be the biggest influence on my life to this day. Really appreciate the advice as I'm new to the trucking game. Gem of a video with the "OG"

[@louhawk559]

Retired at 55. After 34 years. LTL and OTR. Dont miss it but had fun. Im in the dumpster rental business today.

[@everythingtrucking8949]

Congratulations on the retirement Mr hawk

[@ghostman303]

Finally one guy I agree with. He cut through the bull shit. He also put fourth the next 5 steps.

[@everythingtrucking8949]

Thanks.. I try... That amount is weekly there ghost man😁

[@ghostman303]

@@everythingtrucking8949 omg week now that is grate man.

[@allenkingsley2600]

This is the best interview of a trucker I have seen. God bless this dude!

[@clmorris3690]

TEACH!!! Wisdom all over this channel! Thanks for this, Mutha and Leo, true examples of real life stories that lead to success.

[@rogdrygreen1921]

Much love to this brother seems like he know a ton about trucks ..Great episodes!!

[@classicvbyzproduction9561]

Got my CDL today ! March 8 2022 , it’s a new day in my life

[@brothercozz9366]

This man is the real deal holyfield! Lol solid advice from a solid true American trucker .God bless him and his family and God bless America on the 4th of July!

[@9to5jackson]

50 years old been here trucking 30 years, I’m thirty and about to start trucking 💯

[@everythingtrucking8949]

Never too late to learn

[@raymondrose3640]

I'm 38 and just now about to get in the game

[@SoloVision42]

Yea I’ve seen this dude before here in Houston off McCarty! Cool ass dude ✊🏽✊🏽

[@Boomer-ce7lj]

This brother dropped some gems and he’s sincere.

[@yahsbelievers6248]

I enjoyed this Experienced trucker... WISDOM IS PRICELESS..THANK YOU

[@swill1317]

This a Good and Wise man. Mad respect for the gems 🙏

[@ROLLIN-DUB]

Damn good content Alex!! Got to be some good talking when the interviewer gets up and leaves the camera🤣🤣!! Real talk, all this talk about autonomous this and electric that, let’s just get back to basics and focus and what we can control cause the government is and will do whatever the hell they want. This was vital and critical info for up and coming drivers out there (shit I wish someone had’ve told me 25yrs ago).

[@Solomonraf]

He knows the true meaning of life which is to help others!

[@cliftonsingletary90]

OG knows the game. Thanks for the info.

[@think4yourself916]

Good advice the man knows his stuff.

[@Andreas_D-Greek]

The ringtone on his phone is awesome like him.

[@claytonmatt4334]

Just interview this guy every week. Wealth of knowledge

[@drewl4762]

I like this dude lol as soon as he said maxxforce and paccar get off the road , we driving cat and Detroit 60 series, I was like hell yeah this guy knows his stuff

[@jamesquinnie7573]

I love this guy!!!!! What a Wonderful Guy,may the Great Lord Continue to BLESS HIM 🙌

[@scoobybleu]

The Lord’s got that man working some serious overtime..!

[@KDuboutdoors19]

My grandfather had coal trucks. I drove my first R Model Mack when I was 9 years old. Grew up working on trucks, now I'm driving them.

[@truckerdudexxl]

Real jewels‼️‼️ These are the things that I had to learn the hard way, I leased a truck a few years back and I'm still suffering the consequences 💔

[@davidmelton6387]

What are the consequences you are suffering from?

[@truckerdudexxl]

@@davidmelton6387 blindly leasing a truck from a company that paid their o/o $1.30 per mile, them keeping terrible books and maintenance on the equipment and learning why leasing is a terrible experience all together

[@carlcameron7826]

Explain what is leading to me please brother,is it like getting a car finance on a car lot and paying monthly,

[@FLEGECHIP18]

This guy is very humble 🙏🙏🙏

[@terrellscaife2411]

We need more people in the world like him

[@ryanpatterson336]

Legend, spitting facts

[@cornbread1209]

Somebody on the CB radio has alerted me many times before Google maps and Waze.

[@TyMapp]

The best interview I’ve seen!!!! I’m reaching out to this guy

[@kawkyee1]

I love this kind of truckers. Always positive and always thinking of ways to pay it forward.

[@zoeboihead]

Definitely A good man can’t wait to be in his position

[@juanantoniocruz2937]

I wish i had an uncle like him

[@everythingtrucking8949]

Hey Juan.. you do😁

[@juanantoniocruz2937]

@@everythingtrucking8949 hey Leo, wasnt really expecting you to see my comment at all, I gotta give props to you, a lot more guys ought to be like you, you seem to be an upstanding man. Wishing you all the best with what you do. i been thinking of moving out of my parent's house to go drive trucks and make something of myself. now is probably the time to do it 😄

[@everythingtrucking8949]

We are all on the same team trying to get to the same goal.. nothing like being out on your own.. driving or otherwise. I'm here if you need me nephew 😁👍

[@t2thek]

I lease with a pretty big company and I generate on average 7-10.5 a week. Of course that’s with training students involved but I knew what I signed up for. Needless to say I make about 12-15k a month take home. Leasing isn’t a scam. Not knowing how to read contracts and not knowing how to run your truck efficiently is what creates the idea you’re being scammed.

[@everythingtrucking8949]

Not bad ..however its about being my own boss.. work when and where I want.. $10-$15,000+ a week potential... per truck.

[@Boomer-ce7lj]

I did the training I’ll pass. You can make some money leasing don’t do it forever though. Learn the ins and outs save up buy your own equipment work and run the lanes you choose.

[@AWesker99]

@@everythingtrucking8949 Keep dreaming buddy. You do realize that fleet owners typically LEASE their trucks right? Of course you didn't.

[@AWesker99]

I remember my flatbed orientation. Out of 40 people at least half of them went lease straight out of the gate. Rookies who barely know how to back let alone secure their loads properly or manage their clock. I just shook my head and wished them the best

[@sultanlife5385]

all this knowledge is free of charge thank you

[@SharkOrDie]

I’m about to buy a truck in February. I’ve been trucking for 7 years. Started driving teams at Swift dedicated TJ Max, car hauling with Hansen & Akins, then I went into the LA Ports & Rails with JB Hunt.

[@timmay2k]

Buy a cash truck don’t get new. Don’t let that so called “warranty” cloud your judgement. Pre emission trucks are the way.

[@hb9554]

@@timmay2k us here in CA only can wish for Pre Emissions these days

[@alexispearson584]

How was your experience with swift?

[@tony6796]

You got this!

[@MantimeHustle]

@@hb9554 man I see them old cranberry haulers with old ass trucks in Cali all the time. Just don’t have blowbuy and you’ll be fine

[@keke7238]

I’m so grateful for ur show I’m a woman trucker & I was about to lease ! I’m so tired of these non consistent mikes going back and forth with my company I only have six months but I come from a family of truckers so I wanted this but now I’m not happy and don’t know what my next move should be

[@DistrictPathways]

I’ve followed your channel for about a year without leaving a comment. I must say this gentleman is inspirational in many ways. Mr Leo Williams isa good man!

[@D20jackson]

I just wanna thank you for all your hard work Alex. I received my license in October, before that I watched as many of your videos as I could to get to this point. Now as a company driver I’m learning the truck drivers life style. After a few years I’ll be ready for o/o

[@iceberg3544]

Congratulations bro!

[@MiniMausTruckerKee]

I love this man!!! I had similar ideas when it comes to the transportation industry. I’m not going to own my authority without learned how to drive and back. All this information was super helpful. 🙏🏽

[@jessewilliams5698]

Without learning Learn English please

[@everythingtrucking8949]

Thanks again keona berry.. if you need any help don't be afraid to reach out

[@sewerdog1011]

Love this guy's attitude and philosophy, " give love get love" as the good Lord made it.

[@mvcapitolllc.7894]

3:40, "Get off your phone", that is by far the best safety advice one can offer. Don't lease, get your own authority, don't be a slave to a company who has control over you.

[@socalrocks9082]

Aye shout out this man. He preaching some old school ish.

[@diyoverhauler5432]

Get this guy a medal

[@billybigrigger6831]

My biggest pet pev wit 4 wheelers is when they camp out in the left lane. It's a passing lane not a hangout lane!!!! If you see me coming up on a vehicle that means I need to get that left lane can't do that wit campers !!!!

[@raglarod]

I am in Houston and own my truck. I am going to give this guy a call about my AC in my truck.

[@everythingtrucking8949]

Yes sir.. im certified in ac repair.. drop me an email and we see if we can't get you some "snow on the go"❄❄

[@reginasavage102]

Great interview again 👍! Love the personal connections you make with the truckers. Great advice, like you Asain Mai, he is giving back, providing a platform helping others. Love this my son will definitely be calling him. He currently drives for Prime Inc. Getting his experience. He did not lease. I told my son find out where Asain Mai is and introduce yourself.. lol 😆. Another great interview 👏 👍

[@MsJcmJcm]

Hands down, the most informative n genuine video. Mr. William’s thank you for sharing. Asian Mai 👍🏽 thanks.

[@smiller3110]

This is a very good guy. In order to do o/o you need to do everything he's saying

[@nfcoley1357]

Old school spittin facts!!! Stay safe driva

[@yesisyesnoisno9828]

This is a good guy....fair, humble and honest. Ain't too many of these left.

[@lucious455]

Da brother is a good dude !!! Helping someone just if they person comes with a permit !!! Big hart !

[@Cato5_0]

The only thing I disagree with is telling someone brand new to trucking to start with there own truck and authority. Not saying it CANT be done,but not the best decision in my opinion.

[@mansamusatheogjr4177]

Thank yall so much for this video. I'm going to cds tractor trailer school in June getting my class A. Plan on retiring from this industry as an O/O. Thanks for trucking