My Hotshot truck setup 2022 Ram 3500 /sleeper/ external fuel tank / fifth wheel

[@wmg33]

This dude is a mans man. Straight forward. All business. Hard working trucker. Still in great shape. Much respect.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you my friend 🙏really appreciate ya!

[@betobsbf]

Couldn't agree more, brother.

[@betobsbf]

He reminds me of drummer Eloy Casagrande.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

@@betobsbf there might be a slight resemblance.

[@jamescapps6201]

The tint will have to come off two front windows to do hot shots

[@KwesiSly]

This video basically answered all that I needed to know about the setup. Thanks 🙏 bro. I will get in touch for more couching.

[@gusfernandez8486]

Great video ,perfect explanation on the little details real life content!!! Thanks man keep doing great!!!!

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thanks Gus! Appreciate the positive comments. 👍🏻

[@ElleRichElle-oq5wn]

Man that’s a beauty. Well thought out and useful upgrades. Love your setup!!!

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you! 🙂👍🏻

[@alexhernandez2725]

awesome set up... really enjoying your videos and your laid back vibe... keep on truckin!!

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you!🙏 appreciate the positive comment and happy to hear you are enjoying the videos 👍🏻

[@rogeriomoraes4578]

I loved this configuration, I believe it is one of the best I have seen so far.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you my friend ! Appreciate ya.

[@HotshotAngel]

Thank you for your motivational videos. I wish I had the knowledge you have in the hotspot world. I’m just resigned from my operation management salary job and going to dive into the hotshot world. Thank you for not being negative and hope we meet.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thanks for the positive comments. When I started I knew nothing about this job. You ask others questions and KZbin videos and learn that way and when you start, you’ll start getting the hang of it. It comes with time. I’m by no means a pro. I Lear new thing everyday still. We all do. No one is perfect. Yeah would be nice to meet one day 👍🏻good luck getting started.

[@wmg33]

Why do some of the best channels like this one have such low subscription numbers? This man should be at 100k

[@TheIncredibleHoosier]

Why don’t I have a billion dollars and some people do?

[@WhiteLNF09]

​@@TheIncredibleHoosierbecause you dont have enougj uncles. Its proven the more uncles you have the richer youll become

[@richardbarkley9909]

VERY NICE Alex!! Your sleeper setup is the best I've seen!

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you!

[@Pete-from-Tn]

That extra plug spot. Should be for the trailer rear Camara. Also oreded my 22 3500 with the factory trailer tire sensors. 50 gallon fuel tank. Also if your ever looking for a new truck. Ordered mine from the ram dealer in lake charles la. Saved me 10k drove down one day. Picked the truck up the next am. All done online. Never buy a truck any other way again.

[@TheWilco00]

Alex, you did things right. I do hope traffic picks up for you. Will be looking for you when you come thru Enterprise, Al.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you!

[@fordmuscleluis9710]

Awesome hotshot truck setup includes 5th wheel external fuel tank love it

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you!

[@user-wv3si2lq8r]

Thanks for this detailed view and explanation of the added accessories. I'm basically copying your set up. I ended up with a Bighorn with fab seats. The Laramie / Limited with the 410 is very hard to come by. I'll be watching you!

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

You’re welcome! Thank you for watching and supporting. Big Horn is also a good one. Just a different trim level. The HO with Aisin is a bit harder to find. Would be interesting to see your setup when you are done.

[@eddyfalquez3689]

Nice truck nice trailer overall nice setup. Keep on trucking. I know times are hard but got to keep your faith things will get better

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you! You are 100% correct. 👍🏻🙏

[@betobsbf]

Man, this truck is a beast!

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

It is. Thank you! Love the truck. It’s a work horse.

[@dionbraddy]

Great and very professional setup.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you!

[@user-xl7wk7od8r]

Your brother is the coolest, neatest and most complete car. Good luck to you, Alex

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you!

[@harleyhoracio1]

You’re in too good of shape and that truck is way too nice to be in hotshot. 😂 Great content, keep up the good work and I hope the rates improve for you. Hard to do everything first class on low rates, but I can appreciate your dedication and pride in what you do. Keep grinding, the strong survive! Subscribed!

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you 🙏 Appreciate the positive feedback and thank you for subscribing. You are correct it is hard to do everything first class with the awful rates these days. I sure hope they change in the positive direction. Let me know if there are certain things that interest you that I may incorporate into my videos because sometimes it’s hard to remember everything I may want to record while trying to rush and load and strap everything 😆

[@danielwatt4783]

@@Mr.AlexKogantoo many locals jumping in on the game with non-cdl being allowed for it. Everyone got a Cummins these days to take bad rates for fun and ruin the economy.

[@WillBeTraveling]

Great video! Thank you sir

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thanks, I appreciate the positive comment👍🏻🙂

[@aaronkelley8909]

Beautiful truck! I have a 22 SRW but with SO. Looking forward to seeing more of your content.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you! They are great looking trucks. What color is yours?

[@aaronkelley8909]

@@Mr.AlexKogan mine is a 3500 long bed crew cab. Color is silver metallic, night edition.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

@@aaronkelley8909 very nice! Night edition is the way to go.

[@kingbekoo]

started out researching box trucks now I'm here

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Ahh, nice. I don’t know much about box truck business but I think hotshot is better.

[@Adnan-tz5jl]

Amaizing.. In my life first time to see Truck with Beuty set up On RAM.. Jope u enjoy ur works

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you!🙏

[@nandoah001]

If you're planning on using a webasto heating system, i would consider adding at least one auxiliary deep cycle battery, so you're certain your truck would start comes morning time.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

I heard about that. Adding an additional battery. My truck has two batteries under the hood. Will that not be enough?

[@tg9388]

Absolutely beautiful Truck well set up and the sleeper section is probably the best I’ve ever seen on KZbin

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you! 🙏

[@tg9388]

@@Mr.AlexKogan still watching all your videos I’m catching up but I’m having a hard time finding a trailer that somewhat affordable that has air ride on it and I think you said that’s definitely something that you want to have starting out so that you have better odds of getting those loads

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

@@tg9388 you don’t have to have an air ride but there are certain loads that require it. It’s an overall better ride vs regular leaf springs. An air ride trailer will be no less than $30-35k unfortunately. They are pricy. Look at app trailers at Nationwide trailers. Nationwide has a good website with many locations in the country. You can bargain a little too.

[@tg9388]

@@Mr.AlexKogan thanks again

[@eldar_windycity]

I like your bed frame concept

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you! I prefer metal vs wood because it’s stronger, bolts to factory holes where seats were bolted down to and it looks like it belongs on the truck vs wooden frames.

[@nandoah001]

Thing is that regular batteries are not meant to be discharged and recharge on a regular basis, but deep cycle ones are designed that way, so on the good side your starting batteries will a longer working life, and the deep cycle are meant to give you a longer use while the truck is not running to keep accessories working, like a cab heater. In my truck i have a set of deep cycles just to keep the heater and the smart air running. I have a full ten hours of running time on aux, having the two sets separate insures me that no matter what, the truck will always fire up after a prolonged parked time. That way i save on idling, and keep the dpf cleaner.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

What type of battery did you get for your accessories?

[@michael_grey]

wtf bro. that thing is amazing. I have a 2015 and obviously I need a ton of upgrades lol

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thanks man! I had to splurge and get all the goodies. Need to enjoy my job since I’m on the road always and I’m a car guy, I love cars and the toys in them 🤪

[@happylindeen3225]

Nice job on yer bed frame! You can probably pick up some adhesive backed 1/16 inch thick foam to stick on the frame. Would keep the rattle and paint damage to a minimum. Just an idea.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you! Yes I tried that but then I doesn’t close all the way down because the center of the hinges is now lower Tran the sides that open up. If that makes sense.

[@leonanderson7569]

Thank you for the response back. I've already sent out to get my LLC and I should be receiving in by the end of this month and I already have my equipment on hold(Amazon). I know I need to get my DOT# and MC# but I'm not finding the right information. I have also talk to someone about the Motive ELD( formerly Keep Truckin). I haven't picked a Truck yet waiting to get my LLC Paperwork to put it under the company name

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Motive eld is what ai use. I believe they are the most popular company. DOT is easy to get through the state website and MC number will take about 30-45 days to get after you apply. Unfortunately you have to get commercial insurance prior to obtaining an MC number/authotity. They will not give it to you without it. So pretty much you’ll pay for a month of insurance and not even start working yet. It sucks but we all go through that.

[@brandonp5656]

For the diesel heater, could you drill through the floorboard where the rear right passenger is? Through those ‘storage bins’

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

I was thinking about that but I don’t think that storage bin is large enough to put the heater in it.

[@giorgiotribastone7070]

That truck is bad ass.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you! 😁👍🏻

[@AcadiaHaulers]

Your content is great and I enjoy the videos as well as tips that I notice. I was wondering, can you give advice on finding a trustworthy dispatcher? Thank you and be safe!!

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you! Message me on Instagram.

[@mackharris6536]

My dream truck

[@KimariEnzo]

Love the truck, love RAM 🐏, you should put a link to the sleeping bag and a video on the heater when you’re setting it up

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thanks Kimari! The Ram trucks are very nice. I’ll post a link to the sleeping bag which is awesome if you have no way of heating the vehicle during the night. I’ve slept in this bag in minus 10 degrees weather and stayed warm all night until you come out of the bag. lol. The heater I am definitely getting this year. Soon. I’ll do an install video for sure. TETON Sports Celsius XL Sleeping Bags - All-Weather Sleeping Bags for Adults and Kids- Camping Made Easy and Warm - Compression Sack Included a.co/d/iGbYO9f

[@KimariEnzo]

@@Mr.AlexKogan Thanks a lot Alex! Keep up the good work!

[@WyattEarp833]

Well done.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you!

[@marvinjones3920]

Well done

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you!

[@Tesla99]

Truck look like a beast

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you! I love this truck. It really is a powerful beast. Some big wide wheels would really make it look aggressive. 😁

[@badass1g]

Love it!

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you!

[@mikemartinsr5350]

Beautiful truck

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you!

[@user-gs4en5lg1e]

Love that 5 star Bedroom setup I'm going to try that, I'm doing just the seat. that's not comfortable at all.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you! Give it a try. Works well for me.

[@notme5909]

Really nice truck..

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you!!!

[@johndlouhy4]

Nice set up…can’t beat the Rams..you mention price at the end of your video. I have a 2022 3500 Laramie dually HO that I ordered Dec 21. Took delivery in March 22. Sticker was $87,987 and paid $80k. Built a 2024 a few weeks ago, only item not available anymore was the electric steps. Total build price was $107,579. Absolutely CRAZY. I had a habit of trading in every 28-32 months, but looks like I’m keeping this one for a while.,

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you! Rams are awesome. Not sure how you ordered a 22 Laramie at that time that snickered for $87k that unheard of. They all snickered high $90 to over $100. You got lucky there.

[@wichovr6]

Clean truck

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you!

[@robrod2782]

Great videos man! Just finished watching your last 2, I’m looking into doing this myself I also have a wife and my son, any advice you have for me? I got a video suggestion maybe talking about the numbers it cost to get started from nothing to where you are now, thank you again for your content. 🙏🏼💪🏼😎

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thanks bro! I appreciate the positive feedback. There’s definitely a lot to talk about when it comes to getting started. I should probably make a video about it like you suggested. Until then, are there any specific things you want to ask? As for a family, I have a wife and a 6 year old daughter and it does make it tough to be away from them for a long time but you get used to it and it becomes normal. Luckily we live in an era with video calling 😁

[@robrod2782]

@@Mr.AlexKogan I actually do have lots of questions like, 1: how much was your amazing truck set up? And what are the payments like? 2:how much did you get your flatbed for? Do you like it the way it is or did you wanna get something else later on? 3:how much do you pay for insurance? 4:how do you find the loads to pick up? And how do you choose the ones you choose? 5:Did you get Your CDL license before you started? 6:What Did you do for work before this? 7:what is your monthly profit after all the expenses you have from payments? 8:Do you Love what you do? These are all out of order ahahaha, but yeah man I am really interested in jumping into this business, I’ve been pipe fitting for the naval shipyards for 4 years and getting tired of it, I wanna jump the gun and learn something different I am 1 month away from getting my cdl and leaving my job for cdl job to gain some experience before I buy all the things necessary for hotshot. I also wanted to know what are your thoughts about owning a semi for the hotshot business? Thanks again man, stay safe out there 🙏🏼💪🏼

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

@@robrod2782 That is definitely a lot of writing to answer all of those. Better yet I will try to make a video and answer all of these questions within the next week. Does that work?

[@robrod2782]

@@Mr.AlexKogan sounds perfect Thts why I wrote a lot, for a good video thank you

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

@@robrod2782 you are definitely helping me with making a video for sure 😁 I appreciate your patience. Will try to make a good one.

[@MasterslayerG]

Beauty truck.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you!🙏

[@jameswbarry9576]

Ya good video nice truck I have a 2022 Chevy work truck 4 doors it's all right ya it's on the plane side for a truck but that's what Wanted I look at it the less things to go wrong great idea of the bed in the back there is a you tubers he made two frames to hold E two E bikes they fold up ya alot of good ideas

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you! You are correct about the more plain the truck is the less things can go wrong. I wish mine didn’t have a sunroof which ai never use but I do enjoy the big radio screen since I’m always in the truck.

[@jameswbarry9576]

@Mr.AlexKogan you say a sleeping bag you use great idea do you have a remote start on the truck to get heat in the truck ya I have the remote start but it goes for 10 minutes there is a way to get more time I do live in upper part of Illinois almost in Wisconsin ya it does get cold

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

@@jameswbarry9576 I do have remote start but I do t like to idle the truck since I have all my emissions on it and it’s not good to idle because it clogs the dpf filter. I think it also runs for 10 min but in freezing weather that does nothing. A diesel heater is a good thing to have. Webasto and Espar make one of the better ones. I’ll be looking into getting one of those. Taps in to your diesel line and uses minimal diesel.

[@kanaletumlinson]

What a gorgeous truck brother!! Keep on trucking, idk like to get one of these 2500 Cummins single rear wheel is all I need when my 2015 2500 Laramie 6.4 Hemi is ready to go away, my truck has same exact same paint color, my buddie has same truck with the Cummins mine is rated to tow more with gas over diesel… did she say hello ding ding pie? Lol

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you! 🙏 The truck is a beast and I love it. The little Chinese lady that lives in my dash cam says DDPAI but it sounds like ding ding pie🤣 I turned it off because it’s annoying. It just chimes now with no talking. 😁

[@dougfremder7742]

Alex, inspiring video man!. I am excited to follow you. I am working to set up our LLC Hotshot business. Currently in deep dive research. I have my DOT medical scheduled next week, then will begin forming our LLC, then DOT, banking, etc. A couple of questions. Can you further elaborate on the construction of the steel bed frame and how you mounted to the floor? I also did not follow how you mounted the seat bottoms. Do you use tools like Quickbooks to manage the financial component or just spreadsheets. I have drafted a pretty elaborate spreadsheet but looking for your advice. I am super excited to get out on the road and start learning and earning. I want to do it right so taking the time now to ensure I am prepared as possible. Like your perspective I see the truck as my office so I am going to get the best I can. Non CDL and just starting out I will pull a Big-Tex 28/5 with mega ramps with either a GMC or Dodge 1 ton. Not a dually.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Hey Doug. Happy you are enjoying the videos. If you want to message me on instagram, I can send you some photos of the mounting locations. Kinda hard to explain by text. I thought I showed it in the video. I pretty much used the bolt location where the seat bottoms mounted to. I took the seat bottoms out and only kept the backs in the truck. As for keeping track of my finances, I do it on paper. Good luck getting everything setup with the business. I was excited and anxious when I was going through that process 🙃

[@dougfremder7742]

@@Mr.AlexKogan Thanks for the installation tips, that helps greatly. Now I am seriously considering getting my CDL, it costs $4,500 for the training. Local company starts classes every Monday with 4-5 week duration. I feel like it would be a good investment as I have no real experience but I can go non cdl with my set up and learn on the job. Not sure. Appreciate your videos and your calm approach. Thanks Alex!

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

@@dougfremder7742 you are welcome! I’d start non CDL at first and get the feel for it before investing that much money in CDL class. My opinion.

[@dougfremder7742]

@@Mr.AlexKogan Agreed on non CDL. Went to the school and checked it out and did not feel like it added any value to Hotshot.

[@hiltonray4461]

Just FYI, i run a predator 3500 generator, mainly for my cpap, for the summer i use a zero breeze 2300 btu ac, it was $1k but runs off the generator that i already had, keeps the interior of the truck very comfortable, I highly recommend it. In the winter I use an electric blanket that plugs into the same generator, keeps me very warm, and i could run a heater if I wanted to. I also carry an electric impact wrench that Ive used to change a flat trailer tire, its a great combination .

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

I was considering zero breeze. I don’t want to deal with setting up vents every night. I do t know where I would store it either. My truck is always pretty full with stuff in it. Where did you mount your generator and us it gas powered or diesel? I’m considering a diesel heater for winter. It’s like $1-1.5k.

[@hiltonray4461]

@@Mr.AlexKogan my generator just stays in the bed of my truck, during the day the zero breeze sits in my passenger floorboard, it takes about 5 minutes to have it all set up. As for the vents, I have them mounted to a piece of plexiglass, i roll the window up and it seals it off. works great

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

@@hiltonray4461 that is definitely a good setup for summer. I have an external fuel tank in my bed and my 5th wheel hook up so I don’t have much room. Is the generator small? And if it rains can it get damaged?

[@hiltonray4461]

@@Mr.AlexKogan yeah i have the same fuel tank you do, however, i do use the goosneck so i have more room. I've been considering mounting the generator under my trailer where you have your rack for your tarps, I have 750 hours on this generator, it stays in the bed of my truck uncovered, like anything it would be best to keep it dry but i lost the cover i bought so ....

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

@@hiltonray4461 nice. Is it gas powered?

[@mbisslogical]

Alex have you ran into any issues with the overall length of your Truck and trailer combination?

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

No. Never. It’s the most popular combination on the road. I can’t imagine everyone having issues with that.

[@HazelDaYellowLab]

Hey I see you put the continental on..just replaced mine with the Bridgestone Duravis..was on the fence between the two…how to you like those Continentals?

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Continentals were good tires. Got over 60k miles outbid them. Running Michelins now.

[@user-ne2lw2kd5m]

Good morning. Video good beautiful.🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you! 👍🏻😁

[@polelock4116]

Get yourself a military wool blanket, they're way warm too

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

That will not keep you warm in negative temperature weather.

[@kalwillis8717]

A ranchhand would look amazing 🔥

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

What is a ranchland?

[@kalwillis8717]

@@Mr.AlexKogan it’s a brand of brush guards

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

@@kalwillis8717 oh I see. I’m mot a fan of those on trucks but everyone has their own flavor 😁👍🏻

[@kalwillis8717]

@@Mr.AlexKogan yesirr 😎

[@wacekembugua6020]

Hi. I totally love your videos. I am from Kenya. Kindly explain to me what is hot shot?

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Hi. Thank you! Hotshot is same as semi trucking except it’s a smaller size truck with a gooseneck trailer.

[@NoName-xf2nf]

Nice video

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you!

[@leonanderson7569]

I live in Va and I am planning on starting my on business. Me and my was planning to do in 2017 but he became sick and passed away in 2018. We both worked for a company doing Hotshot in 2015, I have the experience but i need to know everything I need to have to put myself in a good position

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Leon, sorry for your loss. If I can answer any questions, let me know. Will be happy to help.

[@LivinLife2DFullest]

Nice truck I have the same one. Do you ever get any trouble for the tint on the front windows?

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you! I have not gotten in trouble for it yet and hopefully I will not. It’s only 35%. I hope DOT will understand that it’s uncomfortable to drive with the sun baking you through the windows 😁

[@LivinLife2DFullest]

@@Mr.AlexKogan I agree brother my legs and arms are toasted from this summer

[@LivinLife2DFullest]

@@Mr.AlexKogan I’m asking because I’m getting mine done today and I just didn’t want no trouble myself.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

@@LivinLife2DFullest I think you should be ok as long as it’s not dark. There’s always that chance of getting a DOT officer that’s having a bad day. You know?

[@user-ju3yc5sl8j]

Hey mate new sub here - Im getting started in Canada and Im Trying to buy this exact truck - I am just wondering did you go with 3.73 ratio or the 4.10 and what would you suggest is teh best and why ? Thank you for your time to answer

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you for the support. Mine is 4.10. You’ll get better fuel mileage with the 3.73 by a little but you will have more pull power with the 4.10

[@user-ju3yc5sl8j]

@@Mr.AlexKogan Would you ever get the 3.73 or is the 4.10 just better , and is the fuel a huge difference, with Fuel always on the rise I was just wondering if the 3.73 is much of a savings . I was talking to the dealer here and I was asking about the 2025 model and he told me that Chrysler might stop all diesel all v8 and go with a twin turbo inline 6 Gas. I told him well I might have to look at Chevy next lol. I love watching your videos it has inspired me to make this work up here in Canada.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

@@user-ju3yc5sl8j Thank you! Honestly I don’t have experience with ram trucks other than 4.10 gears. That’s all I’ve ever driven. Can’t compare the two different ones. 4.10 comes with max tow package and I’m happy with it. As for new trucks being gas powered I just don’t see that happening. They will lose business because no one can tow a 40 ft trailer and fill up regular gas at a regular gas station. You won’t be able to drive in there. I think your guy at the dealer didn’t know what the was talking about. 😁

[@nicholasjoly4816]

DOT doesn't hassle you on the tint at 35% on the front doors?

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

So far they haven’t. It’s pretty uncomfortable to drive with naked windows.

[@P1MP1NP]

I'm very interested in doin my own work. Been driving three yrs. What would you recommend?? Been back and forth on the hotshot and and tractor set up. Hopefully I can get some feed back. New to your channel but like your approach to the business and health aspect. Stay safe bro! Safe travels!

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you! I think working for yourself is the best option. I’d pick hotshot over semi any day. Way easier to get around in a smaller truck and trailer. Income is the same I’d say. Sometimes less sometimes more.

[@P1MP1NP]

@@Mr.AlexKogan thank you for replying, I'm trying to make the switch soon. I'm already out here doin most the work. Thank you again happy new year!!

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

@@P1MP1NP Thank you! Happy New Year!

[@PowerlifterRich]

Awesome setup! I got a 2500 now im thinking i should have gotten 3500! Lol. So when the day comes and you need a new engine would you swap engines and keep truck or get a whole new truck? I imagine they can go around 500k+ miles before serious problems start to happen. So about 4 or 5 yeara of driving! Seems like it would be expensive buying an 80k truck every 5 years.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you! Honestly depends how much Instill owe for the truck but I would imagine it’s cheaper to swap an engine vs buying a new truck. I believe as long as you keep up with maintenance, the truck should last you a long time. I don’t know if there’s a certain lifespan for these engines before major problems start happening but sure don’t want to find out. lol

[@PowerlifterRich]

Yeah I feel ya! I did a little research awhile back it's definitely cheaper just to swap engines as long as the rest of the truck is tip top! And you keep yours prestine so I imagine your truck will still be good to go!

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

@@PowerlifterRich Well I hope as long as I maintain it, the engine will go on for a long time. We will see with time.

[@Sunny22445]

Hi Alex 👋🏾 Your truck is beautiful. A dream truck for many. $103 k it’s definitely not a cheap truck but where i live this same configuration truck gonna cost $350 k

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you! Wow! $350k? Where is this?

[@Sunny22445]

@@Mr.AlexKogan yeah in India we got a few imported and converted to rhd selling alongside Rolls- Rolls😁. There's one silverado playing around in one of the city and 100's of People gathering in a parking lot to check it out.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

@@Sunny22445 wow. That’s interesting.

[@guillermocarbajal5551]

Fucken nice man

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thanks bro!!!

[@user-ut8jt7hl4z]

I'm curious but do you ever get your DEF at the pumps in the truck stops? If not, what's your take on it? Great video by the way and a beautiful truck!

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you! I buy my def at Walmart. I get the $11 super tech brand. I used to get pump def at truck stops last winter but then my def injector had the crystallization built up around it that I was getting def messages. Had to take injector off and clean it. After that I started to only use bottled def. It’s a little more hassle to go to Walmart and buy it but we’ll worth it not having problems from using cheap quality pump def.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

@@grwup7047 I may have to disagree. I’ve used both and I can’t say truck stop def lasts longer. I can say it’s not as good quality because I’ve used it last winter and it clogged my def injector. Caked it all up. I’ve never used truck stop def after and haven’t had any issues.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

@@grwup7047 I know I got the service def system see dealer message and I got the check engine light on so I took the injector off and saw it was all caked up. Cleaned it off with some hot water.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

@@grwup7047 No no. The def injector.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

@@grwup7047 I hope I never have to experience that. lol.

[@Trucker89dude]

How often do you refill DEF when towing? Every 500 miles?

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

It depends on the load. One bottle every 500-700 miles.

[@tnjxsleepy5219]

Would you do the bed delete or is it necessary?

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

I mostly see trucks that pull car hauler trailers without beds but I prefer to keep my bed. I think the truck looks nicer and you don’t have to add the necessary equipment like you do in trucks that come without beds. You’d have to weld metal plates to cover everything up, add wheel covers and etc. not worth getting rid of it.

[@Garrisonrios]

I've heard its not good to let the DEF be exposed to the sun or have a lot of temp changes. I'm not positive its true but something to keep in mind if you develop issues.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Havent heard anything about that.

[@brianmorey3226]

How long is the mattress? Did you have to order one to a specific size?

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

I bought a twin size memory foam and trimmed it down to fit. I used an electric knife which made trimming super easy.

[@Sunny22445]

Rear door to door length is 60 inches. Can’t fit the entire mattress.

[@homerguerrero]

Why not fold the back seat down? There are mods that are quite nice and simple. Factory looking… check it out :)

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Cause the seat bottoms fold up towards the seat backs. Leaves no room for a bed. In my opinion.

[@miguelg9943]

I have a 2021 3500 tradesman 8 k miles, need to put this truck to work,i have my own llc,but i dont know nothing about hot shot.i use dat ,but they dont have the hot shot option.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Truckstop is a good loadboard but to be able to book loads you have to have authority. You have to apply for a DOt number and then apply for authority with FMCSA.

[@miguelg9943]

@@Mr.AlexKogan i do have autority, i guess i just need to add the 3500 to my company, get the insurance and if it works like the big rigs, i guess thats all i need, or find another company to lease for.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

@@miguelg9943 I thought in your first comment you said you don’t know anything about hotshot. That’s why I thought you didn’t have authority. You also mentioned you already have a 3500. I’m confused 😁

[@wmg33]

Do you put up curtains while sleeping to keep the cab dark and have privacy ?

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Yes but not curtains. They are cutouts that are formed to fit on the windows.

[@wmg33]

@@Mr.AlexKogan That’s cool man. I was a Class A trucker for 23 years. I always looked at hot shot guys with the same respect as truck drivers. You face the same challenges as we do. Dealing with DOT. Shippers and receivers. Weather. Parking. It goes on an on. Just out to make a living. The truck may be a little smaller but the job is the same.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

@@wmg33 you are 100% correct. 👍🏻

[@sagagh3475]

Hi Alex, I have couple of points on my license….do I still stand a chance as a owner operator??

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Sure but your insurance will most likely be expensive.

[@dogman807]

Is that sleeper legal? Will dot ask for a motel receipt?

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

For a single driver any sleeper is legal. It’s when you have a team then they regulate the type of sleepers you have. Dot will kit ask for motel receipt because we are not stopping at motels.

[@Jason.Cruise]

What brand is the tablet holder ?

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Arkon Mounts off Amazon. Arkon Mounts TAB188L22 Car or... www.amazon.com/dp/B00F3F09NU?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

[@slowmotion7147]

Have fun with the cp4 injection pump

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

As far as I am aware the 22 Rams have a CP3 pump.

[@justinsecrist1130]

Ram only had cp4 for 2019 2020.

[@vanross2814]

How long is your truck bed?

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

8ft

[@iamOAKland]

if they can make a carbon copy of his truck but in white, im first in line......😁

[@RollingWithOscar]

is there a way to tell the high output engine?

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Look under the hood. High output engine with Aisin transmission will have the transmission dipstick on the right of the engine and the standard engine with 68RFE transmission will have the transmission dipstick on the left side of the engine.

[@glennjukes5581]

Is that external fuel tank connected to your regular truck tank?

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

It’s tapped into the filler tube to the main tank and it drips down into it. Gravity flow.

[@MintMonte87ACSS312]

@@Mr.AlexKoganso your truck just stays on full until the external stops adding to it?

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

@@MintMonte87ACSS312 Yes. That is exactly how it works. While stock tank is sipping the fuel to the engine, the external is constantly dripping down into the factory. When there is no more fuel to drip, that’s when the fuel gauge starts going down.

[@paullaughton3031]

Hi how long is your trl and can you pull any size trl .

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Hey. My trailer is a 40ft. That’s the deck space alone. There’s a certain length you have to be under truck and trailer combined. I can’t remember what it is. The 40 ft trailer is the most popular in this business though. Not worth getting a shorter one because you’ll be missing out on loads.

[@paullaughton3031]

@Mr.AlexKogan thanks we live in UK don't see anything like you have we have 7.5ton Lorries which is a car licence .keep uptrend great videos. Cheers .

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

@@paullaughton3031 Thank you!!! 👍🏻

[@TheIncredibleHoosier]

Did you pay cash for the truck?

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

No sir. If I had $100k cash to pay for the truck, I’d probably wouldn’t be doing this business. I put a good down payment and financed the rest.

[@gusfernandez8486]

Wath diesel discount card you have?

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

I use one from my factoring company RTS Financial which gives me great discounts at a pilot truck stops and many others and I also have one called Open Roads which has Loves discounts and others as well.

[@armobyzantine5881]

Never seems subwoofers under seats why ?

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Almost all vehicles these days come with factory subwoofers. Because it makes your audio listening experience much more enjoyable.

[@Demirreis-20]

Hi dude, how much did you pay for the pickup truck and the trailer you attached to the back Can I get information about the price😊

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Hey what’s up. Truck was $100k and trailer $35k.

[@Demirreis-20]

​@@Mr.AlexKogan Thank you for the answer my friend 👍😊

[@user-ex4pw1lu4t]

what color is that?

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Granite crystal metallic

[@kc2thabay]

i’m in missouri how can i get started

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Do you have at least $15-20k to invest? Truck and trailer will need a good deposit. Commercial insurance isn’t cheap either. If you do then you need to register your company with Missouri state. Then you’ll need to apply for dot number then apply for authority.

[@mloml41]

Link to mudflaps?

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Unfortunately I don’t have the link. I googled oem Mopar mudflaps for my year truck. Be sure to pay attention to which ones you get because some are made for fenders with flares and some without flares.

[@Asian578]

Whats the difference between the 2023 and the 2022

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

I’m not 100% sure on all the differences but I think it’s mainly cosmetic changes. Different side view mirrors, hoods different. I think powertrain is the same. Maybe slightly more power but don’t quote me on it. I haven’t researched the 2023 models.

[@christopherbassit2757]

Higher msrp and interest rate

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

@@christopherbassit2757 that is very true.

[@medicchester]

Digital cluster gauges in 2023. I prefer needle gauges 2022 and under, like on my 2021 2500 power wagon.

[@rodolfoguerrero8345]

Is this a commercial truck if it is don't get Louisiana or Colorado don't get caught in this States they will give you a violation and I had 28 percent of tint in the front Rudy G.

[@vasilmark1880]

Sweet truck, are you Russian? Live in Missouri?

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Thank you! I’m from Belarus. Used to live in Missouri but live in Florida now.

[@Nerdsfromdahood]

Are you CDL OR NON-CDL ?

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

CDL 👍🏻

[@diannaallmaras3540]

Is you truck 8 ft bed?

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Yes.

[@diannaallmaras3540]

Thanks! Be safe. Love your straight up honesty. I'm going to start soon. Purchasing my truck now. Happy Thanksgiving!!

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

@@diannaallmaras3540 Thank you! Happy Thanksgiving to you as well. Let me know if I can answer anymore questions regarding the truck, maybe I can help you with making a decision on certain options.

[@tanmilne]

Hello ding ding pie

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

lol. That is too funny. I actually messed with the settings and turned off that annoying greeting. It actually says DDPAI but sounds like ding ding pie 🤣

[@NTM2009]

You said it had aisin transmission and that dipstick would be on right side and 68 would be on left side. So if that's correct you have the 68 not aisin because your dipstick is on left side of engine. Mopar hitch is made by curt and restickered Mopar

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

When I said right side, I meant standing in front of your truck and looking at the engine. The Aisin dipstick is on the drivers side. That’s where mine is. Yes. You are correct about the fifth wheel.

[@NTM2009]

@@Mr.AlexKogan sides of vehicles are always as if you are sitting in drivers seat

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

@@NTM2009 well yes if you’re in the vehicle but looking at the engine bay you’d be standing in front of the truck. That’s why it makes more sense when I say on the right side of the engine.

[@NTM2009]

@Mr.AlexKogan doesn't matter were you are left is always drivers side and right is always passenger side. You call and tell shop dipstick is on right your getting 68rfe parts not aisin

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

@@NTM2009 You would never tell a shop to order parts based on what side your dipstick is on. lol. Come on bro, you’ve taken it too far to prove your point. Let me ask you this, do you check your dipsticks from inside of your truck or from standing in front of your truck and looking at the engine bay? I thought so. That’s why I said on the right side of the engine.

[@Bryan-li8qi]

sleeping set up looks good. but doesn't need to look presentable to anybody. you're the only one who needs to be concerned with it. therefore, functionality over of looks. for instance, i'd rather build a frame over the seats that can just be instantly removed to have full functionality of the backseat without removing frames and reinstalling seats. also gives more immediate access to the under floor storage. I agree, you're set up looks great and it works for you. but in my opinion, which i know doesn't mean anything here, presentability would be very low on my list of priorities for the backseat sleeping accommodations. truck looks awesome though. good luck and stay safe out there. additionally, team driving or solo, your truck as is doesn't qualify as a sleeper. you need to log off duty. as soon as you log sleeper birth in it's current configuration, you'll be in violation. to meet DOT standards, you'd have to remove those door panels like you said and also remove your front passenger seat to give you unimpeded access to the "cab".

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

Hey, thank you. As far as I am aware the only time you need to replace door panels and install a longer mattress is only in a team driving situation. If you are solo there is no requirement by dot to have a longer mattress because no one is sleeping while driving. If I’m sleeping while parked, why would dot care what size mattress I have? They don’t. Your idea with building a frame over back seat without removing the back seat wouldn’t work because you’d have no access to under seat storage compartment as the seat bottoms need to be raised to access it. I’m picky and am a perfectionist when it comes to vehicles so to me it’s important to be presentable. It makes me feel better and I have never heard of dot requiring you to remove your front passenger seat to be legal. Where are you coming up with this false information?

[@Bryan-li8qi]

​@@Mr.AlexKogan ​ It's not false information lmao. FMCSA requires a sleeper "built" after 1975 to be at least 75"x24"x24". The ram 3500 is 65.5" from door panel to door panel. Being the reason people remove them and replace with the recessed door panel (which unfortunately disables the use of the windows) to gain the needed clearance. Additionally 49 CFR 393.76 Paragraph A, Section 3 regarding cab access states "Access must be constructed so that an occupant's ready entrance to the cab and exit from is not unduly hindered (A.K.A. seats and a center console that requires you to awkwardly climb over). Exiting the vehicle via the back door to re-enter the drivers seat does not qualify for cab access. Additionally paragraph C section 1 states "there must be a direct and ready means of exit from a sleeper berth into the driver's seat or compartment. If the sleeper berth was installed on or after January 1, 1963, the exit must be a doorway or opening at least 18 inches high and 36 inches wide". This 36" is accomplished by removing the passenger seat, as you can gain the 36 inches between the right side of the drivers seat and passenger door panel with more than 18 inches of clearance above the center console....Nobody does this, which is exactly why in your ELD if you log sleeper birth and don't meet those provisions, DOT can give you an OOS. People log "Off Duty" to circumvent it. I gave you the regulation numbers, feel free to check for yourself. There's a ton more literature in the forums such as truckingtruth.com and truckersreport.com well as videos on youtube talking about this in detail. It couldn't be further from "false information". you also mentioned my frame preference as hindering access to under seat storage. That's why I specifically mentioned in the comment a frame that can be easily removed. I.E. a wooden frame not bolted that can be removed in less that 30 seconds to gain instant access to seat or storage if needed. all a matter of preference in that department, no right or wrong way over the other. Like I said, beautiful truck, great set up and drive safe.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

@@Bryan-li8qi I strongly doubt DOT cares how I sleep. Especially since I’m a one man team. In 3 years dot hasn’t looked inside my truck or the company truck I used to drive. On my personal truck I had 2 inspections done by DOT officer and passed both. They don’t care what’s inside your truck. As long as you have a fire extinguisher in there. Who in their right mind is going to remove the passenger front seat? Are you serious? lol

[@Bryan-li8qi]

@@Mr.AlexKogan I completely agree with you. They generally don't care at all. And almost nobody removes the seat, including myself (which is why I log off duty and not sleeper berth). I only provided the info on how/why they can't get you. I agree with you 1000 percent. The point I made is that regardless of them not citing us for how we currently do it, doesn't mean that they won't ever. Never hurts to have that information on your side. There's a couple dozen ppl I've seen on YT that have removed their seat to become compliant. It's not for me, but they do it.

[@Mr.AlexKogan]

@@Bryan-li8qi I always go off duty. Have never used the sleeper button.