Last Of A Dying Breed I Guess

[@Georgiagreen317]

Dying breeds have been a common thing over the years. Way back in the 50s it was work to drive a truck. They all had big steering wheels because they had to be. Twin screws were not all that common. Cabovers were in vogue in the 60s and 70s. Dad's last truck was a rough riding Emeryville but most of his early driving was done in Farmall's, 180s and 190s. His back ended his driving career. They never made a Bostrom seat that could tame those bucking broncs. Not many sliding tandems back then and the standard trailers usually had them mounted all the way to the rear especially with twin screws pulling them. The cabovers disappeared and the ant eaters came along. Then the fairings, power steering, auto trans and air ride suspensions. The truckers back then were a different breed for sure. Imagine no interstates, fifty MPH was "making good time", shifting at every little hill and muscling that stiff steering around the tight city streets that popped up every ten miles. And when it got cold, the drafty cabs and anemic heaters could barely keep the frost off the windshield. Ice scrappers were an accessory kept close at hand and you tried hard to breath down to keep the windshield from frosting over. And for sure no cozy sleepers. If you did have one, you froze to death if you were dumb enough to try on a cold winter night. I would say "First Class" is exactly in the right time frame. Pretty enough to turn heads and modern enough to get the job done comfortably. That makes you and that truck both first class and a dying breed for sure. Which is why we anxiously wait for your next video.

[@BS-Outdoors1320]

I had a neighbor that was basically like a grandfather to me. Anyway he was always telling me stories from when he was driving back in the day. He mentioned about a GMC truck and a White truck. when he was driving the trucks didn't have sleepers, he said when he got tired he would pull over and sleep on the the floor ,his truck only had a driver's seat. I'm pretty sure he was driving from at least the 1950's but he was probably driving before that.

[@joebert889]

OK I i’m saying this with extreme kindness. If you want to sell more calendars, please ask the wife ,warden if you can put her helping you on that hood on one of the months, I think it would increase sales. Love your videos😂 😂😂😂

[@1208bug]

Thank you Kurt for entertaining me through some tough times. I have been home bound the past six yrs and I very much enjoy your videos!

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

Glad you enjoy them!

[@Jorgeola757]

@@1208bug Hey that's cool. I find his videos take my stress away for a while when watching Kurt's videos. Kinda weird without Opie in the truck. Lol Fine German

[@stevencaka]

@@truckingwithschmidt7120Same here!

[@karenatha7890]

Me as well.

[@karenatha7890]

​Scandinavia much?

[@SamuelManaole]

Super glue a flat magnet on the cabinet & plaque easy and removable.

[@timbertrand632]

Happy to see you over the road again.

[@denniscunningham7021]

There are trucks, and then there is "First Class"!

[@jimbates955]

If you’re using a propane heater in the cab, a CO monitor with an alarm is a must! Get a doggie sweater for Opie…

[@Jorgeola757]

@@jimbates955 Agreed !

[@KevinHarvey-qw5mj]

You'll get it back together just got to get back into routine always enjoy when you post the adventures you go through down to earth family man just stay safe and you'll get it back eventually lol thanks again for posting Kurt have safe travels

[@fredrenberg9596]

Watching you back up to a trailer is like watching a 90 year old great grandma holding a newborn !

[@brianellis869]

What Opie wants Opie gets . He's earned it ! I think we all want Opie to be enjoying his golden years .

[@Jorgeola757]

@@brianellis869 I agree . Fine German Dog. Opies chilling at home. Thanks

[@krishimmel6747]

I've been driving trucks 41 years 27 years in the Union 14 years over the road and local when I get over the road I had a bigger fire extinguish I also had a smoke alarm in the truck and carbon dioxide detector every time I went to sleep I left the truck running but I would leave the vents open on the back by the sleeper or leave the window cracked in every truck I drove over the road I always make sure I had a back door in the sleeper where I can get out in case of a fire but like I said I invested in a smoke alarm and carbon dioxide detector

[@jamesthielen4050]

I know that you can get velcro patches that have the sticky stuff on it. At least you don't have to drill any holes in the cab of the truck. Good video. Safe trucking.

[@jasonbrace3229]

Buy a green spy save on fuel and if you battery drain on main engine. It could charge your batteries up to get turned over.

[@Erinlogan-t4j]

Great video Kurt. Enjoyed the quiet ride with you. Give Opie some extra hugs and kisses..❤❤

[@kjoe29]

Heavy duty Velcro would work for hanging the plaque up. Tyvm for sharing your trucking and family videos.

[@pcs5852]

I promised that I'd never mention this word again (Webasto) but if you had one of them installed, it would not only keep your sleeper nice & toasty, but some models also keep your engine coolant warm. They're not cheap but when you consider that they only use about a gallon of diesel every 8-10 hours, you get your money back pretty quickly. (It's your first step to becoming a member of the White Volvo Mafia...lol).

[@danielyelle1070]

HaHa HaHa. It's not a Volvo thing . Had an Esbar in my Kenworth and I have a Wabasto in my International. I will never run a truck without one . Don't understand why Kurt is so apposed to one .

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

I actually cut that part of the video out where I said I need to start spending money to make money on anti idle stuff.

[@michaelmclachlan4278]

Oh boy :) Let's start a fund !! A gift of warmth from your subscribers! Who's with me ? How can we do this ?

[@pcs5852]

@@truckingwithschmidt7120 : One of the big advantages to running a diesel bunk heater is how it cuts down on engine idle time.which can extend your time between oil changes and, maybe more importantly, time between rebuilds. It's worth looking into.

[@dtincworldnews8922]

​@@michaelmclachlan4278You can do it by yourself.

[@musiccitytransport]

Fewer and fewer of us hood trucks every year. I’m holding out till the end. Ole “Whiskey River” is still in her prime though.

[@williambillwaynerobertson930]

Ya gotta fine ride there driver.

[@musiccitytransport]

@ thank you; I appreciate it.

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

Love the name

[@musiccitytransport]

@@truckingwithschmidt7120 thanks brother. “First Class” was taken. Hope you are staying toasty up that way.

[@Jorgeola757]

@@musiccitytransport That's Cool. I enjoy seeing y'all's long nosed trucks going down the road. Truck on

[@littlebear6767]

Here is something that may work to hang your picture, will hold up to 8 lbs........Wreath Hangers for Front Door (White - 1 Pack) - Damage Free Hanging - ZIPNHANG: Adjustable Door Hanger. Christmas Wreath & Decor Hanger for Front Door. Hooks. Hope this works, Diane

[@reggiehowze1891]

Velcro straps. They sell them in 6 inch strips. 3 in a pack.

[@adwenb]

3M dual lock is a great stickum that will not fail. I’ve had a wireless thermometer taped to the shed window for 6 years now. It has withstood 118* summer temps down here south of Phoenix. We are originally for Sioux Falls , SD. Worked on occasion at War Eagle microwave tower in Sioux City.

[@brettdaniels3606]

Can't wait for the calendar and it is sad u dnt see as many of those kind trucks anymore they are so iconic in the trucking world

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

Should be coming out soon Brett

[@EdmondBouchard-sy3ml]

@@truckingwithschmidt7120 They are out Kurt I just ordered one thanks Uber Dad

[@tabithasalb9903]

Awesome video. Be safe out there.

[@timanglin89]

3m makes an extreme double sided mounting tape. It works great and should get the job done.

[@rockyrossini4419]

good job ..also windshield was spotless

[@alanlanghorn9528]

You are spot on about not burning your truck my insurance covered ours but had pay to get the clean up done joys of trucks most important was walking away tho

[@radarmike6713]

Use magnets. Get some strong magnets. Glue with a strong super glue on the back side of the picture and on the inside of the cabinet door. Then hold the picture to the door. The magnets will hold. That's how I hold my wood plaque and my coat hook up in my 99 XL classic. Has worked for me for almost 6yrs now with ZERO issues. Just use strong magnets and good quality glue.

[@jda72]

I sold my Pete 379 exhd in 2004 and bought a 2000 FLD 120 with a 70 in. midroof sleeper 12.7 430 horse Detroit gained a full 1 mpg and dropped 1800 lbs off the empty weight that was huge because we were paid by the hundred weight, occasionally the only load available was over 50,000 lbs. so the ability to legally scale that much weight got me loads that I had been missing.

[@Jorgeola757]

@@jda72 Good deal.

[@7viewerlogic670]

Good idea with the propane heater. Opie was just cold. No transition this year, mild weather right into very cold.

[@jenniferhintz1750]

Use 3M removable picture hanging tabs, the industrial duty ones, to hang the plaque on the wall. Or the 3M industrial velcro. Both are removable.

[@shellbell2730]

My very favorite has been, and always will be the night driving! ❤

[@sallycripe2697]

They also make command strips for pictures and plaques, but they do need a consistent temp, I think. And it's fine that Opie wants to stay home. Another era begins, even if we do miss him.

[@charlesbutler8057]

Opie needs his own calender. 😊

[@Jorgeola757]

@@charlesbutler8057 For sure !

[@Jorgeola757]

@@charlesbutler8057 You know , that would be easier for me to explain to my wife. I mean , trucking with Schmidt , Dog calendar , rather than , Trucking with Schmidt , then there all 6 '5 of some big trucker dude. Just saying. Lol 😂

[@jasonsampson6132]

Love the long hood trucks. Thanks for the awesome video. I love seeing Iowa and the countryside. I know you sent me a link a long time ago to chat. I was from Iowa back in the 90s till I joined the service. Located in NC now. I grew up in Avoca. Love all your videos. Thank you. Chat with you sometime soon.

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

I appreciate that!

[@GerdaSturwold]

So glad you are back doing highway!

[@kellykonoske91]

Also look for Diesel 911 fuel additive for when you need a little more insurance than the standard anti gel. Take care. Todd the retired trucker.

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

I've used that in the past

[@wirnet2084]

There aren't too many wives that would do that buddy! You got a good one there for sure! Stay safe out there!

[@michellejaquez8809]

Stay warm and stay safe awesome video.

[@margaretbutler9528]

Opie may have decided that those cheeseburgers are not worth the pain of having to go up and down those steps.

[@bradhanson4803]

Stay home

[@Jorgeola757]

@@margaretbutler9528 Lol 😆

[@Knuckles5140]

Velcro straps will help with that frame for sure

[@Jorgeola757]

@@Knuckles5140 Great idea 💡

[@happy2win]

Opie I still miss you. Good to see you doing better Kurt. Trust in God for your health.

[@rogersawyer9265]

I used FTTP total Power fuel additive when trucking.Never😢 had it gel up in the winter when i used that

[@BS-Outdoors1320]

Kurt get you some outdoor rated 3m twosided sticky tape. It'll be a grey color. Use a alcohol wipe to clean where your gonna stick it , on the picture and the wall in the truck. I would try it before i put screws in the wall. Its worth a try

[@cosmo10973ify]

My new favourite saying is "It is what it is". Say it every single day at work! Haha.

[@brucelowe5116]

Opie aint no pup anymore, I imagine his joints hurt like mine do in cold weather!!!!

[@Jorgeola757]

@@brucelowe5116 Mine two

[@keepupwithspeedy]

industrial velcro is your friend for nearly any picture or to secure things in place. a bit of super glue on the velcro will hold it forever. Thats how I kept my bobble heads in my car on the rear dash. Took a lot to get the velcro off after 3 years.

[@seanmcpheejr]

I love your videos Mr Kurt I look forward into watching them everyday honestly 😂please continue to be safe out there and what’s the length of your shift extension?

[@zuranch]

Get a 12 volt electric heating pad for bunk, keeps you warm no fuel. As long as truck starts in real cold weather. Will not pull batteries down in 8 or 9 hours. Best of all cheap.

[@EmptyHandshake]

Glad the chiro gave you a good working over. You needed it. Got your tools in your truck yet? Take care, Kurt

[@RoadieKing]

Thanks Kurt for the great video's. On your quest to hang up the laser etched picture in the truck, I've used some 3M Command Damage Free Hanging strips. They really work great when you clean the surface off with alcohol and let that flash off before adhering them to the surface. I used them at home to hang up some award certificates. And they do hold up to 6 pounds.

[@erichetherington9899]

likes here glad your back up prayers for you and your loved ones kk stay safe. if possible find a push bar just a simple cheap kind for the front it could save the rad from an antelope or more.

[@brianburge3349]

THANKS

[@bigrigbutters187]

Make sure you test out that buddy heater before you need it. I let a couple of mine sit over the summer and I guess the propane oil clogged up the lines in it. Had to take it apart and blow it out. Don't want to have to try and figure that out when you are freezing!

[@scottlambert2949]

3M has some Velcro hook and loops for hanging different things if you want to try them or they also have some strips called command it's removable and it doesn't leave any residue on the surface

[@rickwitczek3152]

Whatever works for you with a fuel additive… FPPF Total Power works for me. I find that it blends with the fuel better than anything else out there.

[@Jorgeola757]

Hey Schmidt , the harvest videos were cool. I reckon your back to trucking. That's cool. Good idea on that fire extinguisher. One day you may need it or you may ride up on someone that does. Thanks for the video.

[@moondog3162]

You should turn those lights on front of bumper in to running lights and outside ones signals.....think it'd be a nice flow with the clearance lights atop sleeper....justa thought

[@RayHenkle]

Grab a 3/4" wide roll of Scotch double sided tape. I use that stuff for many things. It's easy to remove with a putty knife or an ice scrapper.

[@jackiemontgomery113]

I used industrial grade Velcro in a camper it lasted for eight years with no holes or problems

[@dashhoundlover2837]

HELLO KURT SARAH IS JUST TO CUTE ! COOL VIDEO HOLY COLD DANG !! BE BLESSED BE SAFE ❤️❤️🐾🐾❤️❤️🐾🐾

[@Jorgeola757]

@@dashhoundlover2837 We do need more Sarah , I mean Warden in the videos from time to time Kurt

[@monicaricco3392]

Luv you Opie❤

[@Yorickunderscore]

Scosche MAGRKI MagicMount Replacement Metal Plate Kit for your mounting needs.

[@SeanMcGee-h3v]

Velcro strips for hanging in truck. They worked fine for me

[@davidbarnhouse5119]

Maybe Opie looked up there and thought nah! I'm retiring 😅

[@charlestilson4304]

Command also makes some that holds more weight

[@thewatchmen4920]

Safe Travels SCHIMDT. Hey to the wife. 🚛💨💨💨💨

[@davidarmstrong1373]

Hey neighbor 🤗 glue a magnetic strip to the back of your picture 👍

[@randy5766]

Double Sided Tape Heavy Duty Waterproof 3M Tape. With strength of 90 pounds per inch (longitudinal). High strength and durability. The stickiness will gradually increase over time and display perfectly after 24 hours, bonds to a wide variety of smooth and clean surfaces such as glass, metal, plastic, tile, wood, marble and more. Can be purchased at automotive parts stores and on Amazon.

[@UnknownDestiny]

hi i absolutely loved this video its sad to hear that some of the older trucks are getting retired from a British persons pov i dont notice it obviously because im over the pond but i do love the oldschool long nose trucks because they are what i think of when i think of american truck great video i will defo try to be more active as i loved this video

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

Thank you

[@Jorgeola757]

@@UnknownDestiny Cool 😎

[@dennismcguire2392]

try 3m double sided trim tape. we used it for a lot of applications

[@tracywood8676]

Use command strips they have different ones that hold more weight.

[@daneng5015]

velcro tape strips hold well in the truck

[@joycedellinger2528]

First thing I want to say, I love the hat with First Class on it. Is it offered in the merch store? I wear hats all through winter as my head gets cold. Opie has the right idea of it being cold. Here in eastern Washington State, we've been cold in the 30's during the day. Lots of low clouds and fog.

[@jeangorter5457]

Strong magnets

[@bobsymonds208]

Missed ya brother. Hope the hollidays well for u n family. Mom n Dad too. Oh Opie most important. Do you prefer the short hops.? Over the longer runs?

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

A little of both works good for me. Short ones are more on the go vs the Indiana is usually more laid back.

[@paulferguson4610]

😅double sided tape or glue magnet to back of wood

[@panderson3657]

Industrial grade Velcro, four 2” wide strips.

[@janrozemaaus]

3M double sided, fasade foam tape 😊 different thickness/weight rating's Kg/cm2

[@dtincworldnews8922]

I'm happy with just first class.

[@johnfedyna4807]

Try Alien Tape for your picture.

[@toddvaughan3709]

I come here for the driving part

[@janrobinson328]

You lucky son of a gun! I just waved at you tues. Dec 3 at the cherokee water tower. Hard a hard time being able to see first class & you!!

[@thomaspetroff9117]

Get you some 3M double sided tape. Yup were Old School and a dying breed, but we will be that way until we die, or the Gov. forces our Antiques off the road. Love Your Videos. Opie is a Smarter than even you thought. Tom

[@kevint6672]

Kurt try using heavy duty velcro. I've had good luck with that.

[@TA.Davisoutdoors]

Campbell's Chunky soup the best. Is your son going to hunt this season ? Enjoy watching his hunts. Safe travels.

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

Yup he is

[@Jorgeola757]

@@TA.Davisoutdoors That's good soup right there now

[@lifewithabluetickcoonhound7116]

Velcro is your answer Kert 3 inch wide strips

[@truckerjim7933]

Don't forget your tools. I ain't seen the whole clip yet.😁

[@SeanMcGee-h3v]

Opie doesn’t realize you insulated floor with new carpet.

[@Jorgeola757]

@@SeanMcGee-h3v Oh yeah , Kurt , you must tell Opie

[@pearlsaphier3458]

They sell fixtures for pictures that tape on the surface.😊

[@TomHeid1]

3M brand double sided tape for your nick naks. Expensive but it is the best there is out there.

[@davidbrown6353]

Velcro works best for hanging pictures

[@GerryHelfrick]

Did ya remember to load your tools

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

Yup

[@EDLaw-wo5it]

It is hard watching your dog get older. I have a 16 year old that is deaf and stove up some. Yea it’s hard I wondered if you ever tried airing your seat up a little or if you would rather enjoy the pain. It might help you know. I’m glad to set you doing better though Havagudun and stay safe friend.

[@PrivateCaller-i1f]

Martin @trucking together sold fancy his w-900. He's working on a Pete 579 All about the MPG.

[@HighOctane-wo6cm]

He was saying it was getting to be a rough riding truck , probably doesn’t miss it that much.

[@PrivateCaller-i1f]

@HighOctane-wo6cm as you get older you like a smoother ride no shifting less noise and much more room

[@HighOctane-wo6cm]

@@PrivateCaller-i1f Most definitely! I’m driving a Western Star now , I’m impressed ,very smooth ride .

[@gary770se]

double sided emblem tape from auto parts store to hang your plack!

[@reggiehowze1891]

I have a Big Buddy heater in my deer blind. Roll Tide

[@Lostagain9859]

Did the new door seal help the cold air intrusion?? I have a hood style also and won’t let it go is the plan until retirement time. Mine is a 4900 star car

[@adambennett2176]

3m tape or velcro tape thing

[@fredrenberg9596]

Velcro tape.will hold it up!

[@AlanHite-o6j]

Should've took Jack with you to make him really famous so Opie got jealous.

[@brucewoodward4062]

Could use 3M Velcro 3 inch wide