My Hotshot Trucking Life | 14 - BUSTED!

First off, I apologize I haven't uploaded in a month! I know you guys have been patiently waiting to see more!!! I have been very busy and because I didn't get time to split these runs up into separate videos it was easier to just throw them all into one video, so I apologize that it's long but just grab some popcorn, sit back, and enjoy! Thanks for watching!!!
Started out with the 2010 Ford F-150 that you saw in the previous episode. Also picked up a golf cart to drop in South Dakota. Dropped the golf cart off in SD, the truck in IA, picked up a 3-point mower and compact utility tractor in Nebraska. From Nebraska I traveled to Wisconsin to drop off the tractor. I ran into some problems as I approached Madison, WI. After getting the tractor dropped off I picked up an ATV in Darlington, WI that was going to Georgia. From WI I traveled to Virginia to pick up a Ford Bronco and drop off the brush mower. After delivering the mower and picking up the Bronco, I traveled to Georgia and delivered the ATV. Once that was delivered I traveled back up to Illinois to drop off the Ford Bronco. After successfully delivering that I made one last stop in Iowa to pick up a set of tractor tire chains for a friend's dad who needed them for his John Deere 60. From Iowa I completed my drive the rest of the way home.
Customer Feedback:
Brush Mower: 5/5 Stars. "Super nice to work with"
Ford Bronco: 5/5 Stars. "Adam is a great shipper. He went above and beyond to make sure we received our shipment despite having equipment issues."
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Distance traveled: 4,647 Miles
Est. Drive Time: 60+ Hours
Days Traveled: 12
Total Payout: $3,510
Expenses: $2,369.80
($1,519.68 total fuel there&home + $120.60 Food + $729.52 Parts/Supplies/Maintenance)
YES, I'm well aware that I did not make much profit at all especially compared to those who can get financing on big fancy new trucks and new trailers, but as long as it covers bills at home, that's all I need. In the meantime, I enjoy what I do and making these videos for you guys. I would have had more room for profit, but due to the maintenance/repairs that really ate into my profit on this run. Fuel is my other biggest expense until I can get a truck with better MPG or an auxiliary tank for the bed to buy cheaper fuel and stop less often. The biggest expenses on this run for maintenance/repairs was having to buy all new trailer suspension/parts (over $250.00) and the axle repair ($100). The rest all comes from things like oil changes ($50-$100 every 5k miles depending on if I change it myself) and other small things like anti-gel as needed, replacing lights, wires, lug nuts, etc.
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Constructive feedback is helpful and appreciated so I can try to improve my content as time/finances allow! I try my best to read and respond to every comment! I hope to keep it that way even as my channel grows.
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Equipment I Use
Disclaimer: **I do not get paid by any of these companies or receive any compensation for sharing their products. I am simply sharing what I use as it's what I purchased personally long ago and used to get started**
Phone Carrier:
T-Mobile
Phone type:
iPhone 11
Truck:
2005 Chevy Silverado 2500HD
Trailer:
28' Gooseneck deckover trailer. 12,000lb capacity
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2 inch x 27 foot Ratcheting Tie Down (Flat Hook)
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12 ft J-Hook Ratchet Tie Down
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Loadbinder Ratchets
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16 Foot G70 Transport Binder Chain
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Wheel/Axle Straps
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Contico Storage Box
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Winch Battery
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[@TowPiglet]

It was long but it was a good video. Thanks for breaking down your expenses at the end of the video

[@lawnboy81SMS]

Tow Piglet I didn’t know you actually watched my videos, but thanks for watching!!!! I really hope I can get everything to work out so that I can get into a nicer setup more like yours one day!

[@douglasbamforth3529]

Nice to see a young man making good decisions and not afraid of work .

[@zalozalo7659]

Fantastic job. I am extremely impressed with your work ethic and positive attitude.

[@lawnboy81SMS]

zalo zalo Thanks! A lot of you guys actually keep me going! Right now I have content for one more episode but I’m not sure if I’ll be able to keep going as money suddenly got really tight and the bank is just about empty.... but reading comments like yours really helps me want to keep on going and get where I need to be!!!

[@HMWCmotorwerks]

Heck yeah man, good to finally get to catch up with ya! Had me worried there for a little bit! I heard you mention a logbook, I see you’re gettin there! One step at a time my friend, keep hustlin, you’re killing it! I’m a huge fan and you’re a huge inspiration!

[@lawnboy81SMS]

Josh Dobin Stay tuned, I have 3 more videos coming up! I just need to find the time to get them edited and posted! I’ve been swamped with work and side projects lately!

[@ericmiller457]

Crazy trip man. Thanks for the video and I’m glad it turned out alright for you. You showed a remarkable ability to stay positive. That was a lot to handle at one time.

[@midnightryder611]

Letter Kenny meets hot shot! Awesome video. Your hard work and honest dealings will steer you on a path to success.

[@jimhawn4072]

I’m a Chevy guy like you but that’s a cool old bronco! Good video, hang in there

[@jonathanhudson9189]

A loader or any hydraulic arm has to be strapped down with strap or chain dot will get you for that but dot is probably going to have a field day with you anyway

[@lawnboy81SMS]

Hm, I was not aware of that, but good to know! I've never heard of that rule before, but I guess now I have. Although I don't see their logic to it, I will certainly make sure I remember that next time I haul something with a loader! Thanks!

[@marksminesvik9263]

Thanks for the video. Just day to day stuff. Just the way it is. Crystal, MN.

[@lawnboy81SMS]

mark sminesvik Definitely. I miss doing this job, I really do, but I couldn’t afford to complete all the legal stuff so I decided it was best to move on to something I can afford to do with less liabilities. I’ve since opened up my own small engine repair shop in New Richmond, WI and enjoy it a lot but I truly do miss traveling all around and making videos that people enjoyed!

[@mojotrinity4927]

Well the old saying is if you are going to be stupid you got to be tuff. I have been trucking for 33 years and to see you working on your own trailer gave me high hopes for you but just remember you need the right equipment to do the job an don’t haul cheap freight. Good luck an say strong ✌️

[@kevinwhitted2147]

Big tip never let your binders hang over the edge of your trailer that will get you a fine

[@lawnboy81SMS]

Kevin Whitted This trailer is only 8’ wide so things can hang off the edge a bit as long as I stay under 8’6” wide

[@lawnboy81SMS]

There was someone who commented asking about what all it takes to get started and if I could do a video on it but I accidentally clicked remove comment by mistake instead of reply to comment. Anyway, This may be a better question for Tow Piglet as he knows more. But for the basics you'll need: - Truck - Trailer - LLC/Sole Proprietorship/D.B.A or some other form of business entity registered with the state you reside in (an LLC is generally around $150 I believe?) - DOT/MC numbers. This is around $300 through the FMCSA website and may take up to 30 days to process. You need the business entity before this, however. - Straps/Chains/Binders/Etc. - Safety Equipment (triangles, cones, reflective vest, road flares, etc.) - Basic tools for on-the-road repairs There's a lot more to go with it that you need, but that would at least get you started. Then you'll want to get onto some loadboards to find loads and/or get on with a dispatch service to help you find loads.

[@lawnboy81SMS]

Motofarm MX if you see this comment, I did not delete your comment! KZbin did automatically! I didn't even get a chance to actually view your comment before KZbin immediately deleted it!!!! I clicked the notification to read it and it showed no comments, only that comments need to follow their community guidelines. Usually if a comment is "bad" they'll flag it for me to personally review. I've never seen them just flat out instantly delete a comment before I could even see it!

[@robertjames6072]

you haev tools on the truck i would have just removed the wheels and the load balance on two wheels would have been fine to get to a better location...what they did to you was horrable...but they thought they had you without 8 wheel dual tandem axils..

[@michaelhartloff3833]

That light load you could have pulled on one axle

[@lawnboy81SMS]

Michael Hartloff Yes, but I felt it was safer to just wait and get it fixed so I wouldn’t need to worry about it later.

[@Lcanino]

How can I contact you? I need someone to ship some equipment I bought in NC to FLA

[@lawnboy81SMS]

Lou GC What type of equipment? Roughly what Size and weight?

[@wirenut003]

How come since you had the complete axle down you didn't just change the other side.

[@lawnboy81SMS]

wirenut003 I was on a bit of a time crunch and also didn’t have all the parts so I worked with what I had available.

[@wirenut003]

@@lawnboy81SMS cool well you got it back on the road that is a good thing.

[@eugenepricillamontgomery7149]

Are you still hauling or have you gave it up

[@lawnboy81SMS]

Truckin and Farmin I have a a couple more videos to make still but haven’t had time. As much as I love doing hotshot, I wasn’t able to afford the proper instances without being able to have the right trailer that’s big enough to haul everything. I decided that it was best if I stopped until I can afford to do it the right way and 100% legally. In the meantime I opened up my own small engine shop back home.