WATCH THIS BEFORE BECOMING AN OWNER OPERATOR (In-depth guide, leasing strategy, beginner pitfalls)

[@darcyhiggs9292]

Awesome video thank you. I just bought an ‘09 International day cab, with a 12 month 160,000km warranty. No payments first, years insurance paid up and $25,000 in my business account. Coming back to trucking after 15 years away. I am also 50 and I have recently recovered from prostate cancer, my kids are grown and I’m divorced, so this is for me.

[@basharalhasan4050]

Wishing you all the Best

[@philhartman6036]

You are definitely prepared. Good work! Wish you the best!

[@gustavoguidor156]

You'll do great!

[@darrenhanson7696]

I hope you bought a international with the Cummins engine? Not the max force. 😬😬

[@darcyhiggs9292]

@@darrenhanson7696 , yes I bought one with an ISM410

[@chucktoltzman6333]

I been in the trucking industry for almost forty years. Eighteen of them as an owner operator. I am now just a company man again. I must say sir that you are spot on with your numbers. After owning three different trucks and specking them for what I was going to do with the truck, the mistake I made was that I should have specked the truck bigger for operations that arose unexpectedly. Good job on your explanations.

[@certifiedrodgers]

I need advice please

[@CTX50]

I met a successful O/O many years ago who gave me this valuable advice. To succeed do these 3 things: Keep your truck clean, keep yourself clean and show up everyday. To this day it amazes me how many will not do these 3 simple things. I'll be retiring soon and my truck has provided my family and I a wonderful life. Best wishes for all my fellow drivers and those that aspire to become O/O's

[@JTDyer21]

Why retire? I thought you would run at least part time to keep your sanity.

[@rayban5737]

Sage advice

[@regab364936]

Yes, the only way to really grow is by taking responsibility for ourself. It is not about external things, it is not about cleaning outside, it is not about helping others even, it is always about ourself, about cleaning the inner world that will be unequivocally reflected on the outside as a by-product, that is, those that have been cleaned internally themselves from the inner disorder they will bring good things into the world: love and compassion, understanding and dedication in everything they do.

[@vladimirzhirov3716]

@@regab364936 Nothing to add to your comment. I love the eternal wisdom in your words. Yet I would humbly propose to say that we need not to rely upon our own strength and moral, but be coworkers with the Lord Jesus in perfecting our souls, hearts and minds. This strategy never fails. Blessings to you , guys.

[@regab364936]

@@vladimirzhirov3716 ❤️🙏

[@kc_stunna]

As an aspiring o/o, I needed this video. I just recently passed school for my CDL Class A. I’m going to be driving for a company within 2 weeks. My plan already was to be a company driver for 3-5 years. Learn the ropes, run different regions, gain the proper experience & save money. I’m looking to have at least $30k saved before making the transition. I say $30k because having that cushion is a blessing in the long run. The more cushion, the safer the fall in my eyes. Thank you for the video, I hope it reaches more & more viewers!!

[@rondalejohnson2065]

Good luck bro

[@Peckerwood420]

Well said

[@hnaf6279]

3 years is such a long time...get out in 6 months

[@ninonicebx]

Congratulations man. I'm gonna start school once I find a good one in Florida.

[@dominant_male5605]

Bro that is exactly my plan got my cdl in January and been driving company will wait a couple years become o/o.

[@jlawrence0181]

As a retired CPA and controller of a company with nine OTR trucks, your advice is solid. I would add that if you are a OO, you need to avoid unprofitable loads and unprofitable routes. What money are you going to make if you can't get backhauls out of a location. When we subcontracted loads, we could always tell the smart operators from those who had no clue. BTW, I would want US$30-50k in the bank, as it seems that Canadian expenses seem to be a lot higher.

[@garypierce7380]

After 15 years as a company driver my impression of the trucking business is that the O/O's who are successful could have been successful starting a taco stand, yard service, convenience store or any small business, and the rest would go broke no matter what they did.

[@bctw9004]

Well said. I’m almost 50. Been independent (own authority) since 1994. Debt free since 2000. Started my first DBA business at age 12. It hasn’t been all roses but have done pretty well. Despite this business basically getting much harder every year.

[@flh5959]

Exactly Gary. Cream will always rise to the top. No matter the situation.

[@eckdoggie]

THIS!

[@shekharprabhakar4957]

Well said.

[@skid3339]

Was looking for this comment lol

[@Tymothic]

I’m not a trucker but it’s apparent that he is sharing valuable knowledge and wisdom in trucking. Aspiring owner ops it’ll be wise to listen

[@edwinramirez5850]

Except buying a Volvo lol

[@TheHappySmileyFace12]

I got my CDL at 21, purchased my first truck at 22 it was a 2015 t680 had it for almost a year

[@kendrickmason2577]

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[@marthajones1450]

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[@lucagiovanni658]

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[@julianmark8866]

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[@frankmarston8417]

I am interested in investing in the digital asset market, but I have no knowledge about it.

[@maryblake2203]

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[@bctw9004]

Independent owner op here with own authority since 1994. Biggest part is CPM. Cost Per Mile. How much it costs you every single mile. It’s basic math that nobody seems to figure out.

[@samhagins941]

Agreed, any business, it is about the math.

[@carlwilliams1570]

My Dad knew Walter Pool of Poole Trucking Evergreen,Al. He wouldn’t take on an lease operator unless that driver knew his cost per mile! He said if they don’t know their cost how will they stay in business!

[@ryanjackson5461]

Exactly what I was thinking the entire video. Former operations manager at a service company. You can figure out rather accurately what your cost per mile is. Sounds like this is the same as any other business. Pay yourself the bare minimum for the first few years. Keep 40-50k minimum in an operations account. Whatever you would make working for someone else doing your same job, pay yourself less at first until you have accurate P&Ls figured out

[@ChipVorhies]

I am freshly retired after driving company trucks mostly company trucks for the last 20 years. However when I did drive for owners I always ran the truck paying attention to all the numbers as if it was mine. All the ups all the downs and where we ended at the end with them. I have to say. Lost my uncle has 55 years of driving himself as well as a small company where I've watched him and he does fantastic. Buddy I have to say your numbers are absolutely spot-on and your information is extremely valuable for these people. They do not understand the change in your life when you sign the dotted line! Great job great info. One thing my uncle always said he either run with one truck or 3 you never run with just two because otherwise one truck has to take care of the bills for two trucks when one truck breaks down if you have three trucks you have two trucks to try to cover the expenses. It makes life much easier food for thought just his opinion and I believe it to be true myself.

[@jrwhitehurst5411]

You got that right....chrome don't get you home. I love to hear drivers argue about what truck is the best. I say it every time "the best truck on the road is the most profitable truck on the road". This video is very informative and many should find it useful and insightful.

[@JohnSwan44]

Fantastic video. I've been a truck driver for 7 years and an owner op for one of them and I can say this guy is bang on.

[@mikerod1864]

Im 52 yrs old been driving for 27 yrs. I always considered to be an owner op but always had second thought. I am a company driver so when the truck do breakdown i have no worry for any expenses just call road service an go in my bunk.

[@Bidness100]

I Know The Feeling 😀

[@Greg3070]

That's why I shove 20 cents a mile into my maintenence account faithfully, and take 1/3 of what my business receives as driver salary. All that extra money isn't really mine. It's already taken by the mechanics, insurance co, fuel stops and the government. I'm not gonna kid myself. But I love having no boss. Best thing ever.

[@OgiJun]

@@Greg3070 sone folks aren't wired for the extra responsibility and stress. There's nothing wrong with that. BUT their earnings are capped and their employment is at the whim of others...others that collect most of the money that truck is bring in. The owner ops i know would never in a million years return to being company drivers. They are all successful in their endeavors.

[@cityboyb8205]

That's why u will never become what u want to become.

[@sergeclaude20]

This is great, May God bless this man.

[@radiuscollins1144]

Great video I’m definitely starting small with a. Daycab. Just right now trying to see if I want to run the load board or find a company that offers dedicated

[@Aventuramt]

Hi, Just out nowhere this video showed up, and I watched it. If it helps, I have always respected Lorry drivers and I never thought they were looked down. We owe a lot deal to you AND your families, that have to go a lot of time without you. Keep up the good work! And just for the record, to me you guys are heroes

[@Puzzle_Dust]

Wow thank you so much for sharing. Very insightful!

[@bonnieanderson429]

This is by far the best KZbin informational video on Trucking that I have found! We are brand new to the business and researching as much information as we can find! Just subscribed to your channel! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR YOUR HELP! God bless!

[@Greg3070]

If you tell the truck dealership the DOT number of where you plan to lease to, you are exempt from sales tax. But all the rest is right on. 2 years so far, maintenance account is building well and profit is good.

[@davidkattan1275]

In that state, but if you're like me and buy your truck out of state, go back to Florida, boom 5k in taxes.

[@garypierce7380]

Great advice about seeing the country as a company driver, then when you start your owner-op business you'll have your vacations out of the way and make money by staying in your wheelhouse where the good money is and you can deal with people you know.

[@DCR021682]

I’m so proud of my self as an o/o for 16 years. I can’t be wrong. God bless you.

[@frankgoodnight7131]

i'm going to trucking school next month..I know I'll be okay...but, listening to this..is intimidating.

[@DanielGarcia-zz9eg]

. Its always great to have a mechanic take a look at your rig every now and then. Where I'm lease on, they require a 90 day inspection. I tell you this, they have saved me thousands and avoid roadside break down. They performed level 1 inspection. They been able to catch things that I missed. If possible, find a good mechanic that can help keep your rig going. I believe that's what most owner operator lack. 1 year inspection doesn't help. Most of them just run till it breaks. Gotta do those PM

[@josephlewis5614]

Schneider?

[@sexmachine95]

The 1st truck I had were a 1996 International Eagle with a 60 series Detroit engine (OTR) rated. With 150 gallon fuel tanks. I had just 6 months to pay it off doing a lease purchase; The company dispatch, safety director, and the o/o company manager all ok me to haul a unsafe load. I got it all recorded, drove 3 miles from the shipper and rolled over the truck. Once the company wouldn't reimburse me for my truck, because they received the insurance check but wanted to cut me out as a lose (so many drivers just walk away) I hired a attorney, once the company after avoiding me for 2 months found out about the lawyer my truck were replaced, I received a settlement, and I had a better truck and had it played off in 6months. 2and truck were more expensive and more dependable and I drove th@ truck for 2 more years with low expanses. 😁🤑👍👏

[@scotthooper5127]

The way I heard it was "chrome don't get you home." I'm on my second truck now and 4 years into being an owner operator and love my job. (first truck was a Maxxforce powered Prostar) Now that I have a truck that inspires confidence and a history of reliability I actually have a small bank account saved up. Beware of the brand of truck you buy, don't take the first persons opinion you hear but after dozens of people warn you of the same thing maybe it's time to listen. I would never buy another International. New (slightly used) truck is T680.

[@RaulGarcia-cg3vn]

Because of the max force..I think a cummins would of done you better

[@BabylonGateLA]

Which truck you have now?

[@thisismagacountry1318]

He said a T680

[@sixtusokpala4907]

My best video ever on trucking … I now have confidence to take on the next big step ❤

[@CheddarCheeseBandit]

I like to think of being an owner operator as being a starship captain, except your really the only person on the ship, so you have to cover the whole ship. Starfleet tells you where to drive, everything......everything else is up to you. If you didn't get the starfleet reference sorry not sorry.

[@thisismagacountry1318]

Kirk has green space herpes😂

[@rubyloera4500]

This was incredibly helpful. I am trying to help my husband reach his trucking goals and this was informative to get my research started. Thank you for this! Excited to start this journey alongside my husband.

[@michaelwright1602]

Fantastic video... Fuel is your biggest expense, and then maintanence. Shops normally charge around $165 an hour, so it is best to have the proper tools and diagnostic equipment on hand, along with the ability to learn all of the systems on the truck and how to properly diagnose and repair. And I am not talking about brake jobs. I am speaking of emissions. If you cannot work on these systems, or at least diagnose on the roadside, you will be in a world of financial hurt in short order. Than, you need to know how to drive the truck for fuel economy and motor longevity. Lug the motor, you will be out of business in short order when one of the liners drop. Drive 70+ mph, abusing the truck and motor, you will be out of business in short order. Picking a truck, this is where everyone seems to screw up. They get the wrong rear end and transmission gearing for what they intend to use the truck for. Delete, do not buy a truck with a delete, they are rarely if ever done properly and when they fail, it normally entails a complete rebuild of the motor. Again, buy tools, diagnostics, learn how to maintain the tuck properly. Learn how to do EGR tuneups, service the truck every 10,000 to 18,000 miles as conditions dictate. The emission filters, the DOC/DPF/SCR systems, you need to be able to maintain these systems, and that may entail crawling under the truck and removing them yourself. Learn the sensors, how to properly clean an EGR valve, how to rebuild a fuel pump, the list goes on and on. When you own an EPA truck, you are the warranty center, depend on a dealer for this work, you will be in the poor house in short order. I have been there and done that... I had to rebuild my motor twice, because the licensed Cummins shop botched the job by skipping several crucial steps. The motor lasted 70,000 miles and was shot, cylinder liner broke loose. I ended up doing the second rebuild at a friends house, in his driveway under a Home Depot picnic canopy. This industry is not for the faint of heart or weak minded. If you think a dealer will maintain your truck with an expensive warranty, you are being a fool, a damn fool. You are the warranty station and ultimately the head mechanic if you want to survive out here. thank God I was able to pay cash for this truck, it has served me, drained my wallet twice to the tune of $80,000+, but if I would have followed my own advice on that first motor rebuild, I would have some bragging rights. I'm still digging out from that, and then Covid hit. If I had a payment on this truck, I would have been out of business in short order.

[@thisismagacountry1318]

You can get a CDL and run as a team if you’re interested.

[@belemsantillan826]

HI Ruby, I am in same bottle, my husband just got his truck last year and now we are learning. Are you helping him with he booking?

[@michaelwright1602]

Good video, it covers pretty much all of the bases. One thing that needs to be stressed, YOU ARE the warranty center. You better have the tools and diagnostics to work on these new EPA motors. Know what an EGR tuneup is, how to diagnose properly, etc. If you think a warranty is going to save your butt, you are being a fool, no, a damn fool. There are very few shops in this country, or Canada, that can properly diagnose and properly fix an EPA motor or emission system. Drill that into your head, do not buy that warranty, you are the warranty if you are going to keep the truck past 3 years. These emission trucks have a 500,000 mile cycle, not the 1 million miles of of the old iron. Why do you think you see all of those trucks for sale with 300,000 to 500,000 miles on them? Because they are slap wore out, that is why! Many will require an in frame the minute you drive them off the lot. Don't laugh, that is a true statement. You better know what the hell you are doing when you buy a used truck, and for God's sake, pick the appropriate gearing and transmission for what YOU intend to do with it! And stay away from these trucks with automatic and 2:20 rear ends, those trucks have been beaten to death being lugged around their entire life. Try and find a manual transmission with at least 3:42 gears or lower, 3:55 is ideal for most applications out here. Do your due diligence, don't be that guy.

[@yooooooootube]

Spot on information a must watch for first time owner operators.

[@serj390]

this guy opens his eyes to many who will watch this video...

[@fernandocontreras9228]

A business mentality avoids chrome and nice stuff in the truck. Great video. I'm starting this year I hope. Reading basic business books & trucking business books help a ton.

[@christianschauderna4411]

Respect man, these are exactly my words. I just had bad luck on my private side that puts me in a situation with my company which caused 5 months with no cash flow. This results in bankruptcy after 7 yrs of being a o/o. Like you said 50k!!!!!!! The engine went with 1.4 mio km. All said

[@bigzachful]

Damb so your wngine blew and then you didn't have work for 5 months..?

[@arminius3808]

3-5 yrs as a co driver before oo is best advice, I see ppl say they drove 3 months as co before thinking they know everything there is to know about trucking, I bet they don't last, I've asked a few that put up comments 3 or more years ago, asking if they still operating. None answered

[@jeremysmith3348]

Very informative video . I’ve been driving 16 years and decided to become a owner operator. Terrified doesn’t describe how I’m feeling . I pick up the truck in a couple days with the 2 year red oval warranty so a little insurance.

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Best of luck Jeremy! You can do it!

[@Greg3070]

Keep a good maintenance account and consider that money already owed. I put 20 cents a mile in mine. Otherwise, you're gonna wanna cry when you get that $3000 bill your weren't expecting.

[@Tazz92SHKing]

Still absolutely green and wet behind the ears when it come to the trucking industry. A fast learner i can say but I definitely learned at from this video. My goal is to own my own truck in the future. My first obstacle is finding the correct pay far as company driver. I'm on my 2nd company now cause the first were only paying 500-700 a week beginning a regional driver. So now I'm patiently waiting to see what other opportunities are out there while building up my experience behind the trucks/over the road. But I was always told that the sky is the limit with owning your own truck. To everyone God Bless.

[@callmetestarossa]

Are you looking to stay regional?

[@richbreimann9823]

Thank you for sharing your experience, knowledge & wisdom about the trucking industry.

[@CenobiteBeldar]

I once read from a blog that before you become an O/O, you better have AT LEAST $50,000 in your bank account to cover lack of loads or maintenance, etc.

[@shaniqueowens894]

Very informative video and very knowledgeable. Considering becoming a owner operator one day I’m glad I viewed this video first and now know how to better prepare myself.

[@georgex5130]

Don't know how I came across your video? Not interested in trucking, but I can listen to you all day. Great video on for people getting into trucking.

[@JohnnyScumbagg]

I don’t drive trucks or have much interest in it but got recommended this video and found this fascinating. Thanks for the info

[@mizuno291]

Very informative video! Im in the early stages of putting things together to buy a truck and go on my own. It's a scary step, but a necessary stepI truly believe!

[@oscarrowland9480]

I'm doing my research on becoming an owner operator. Have read and watched videos on becoming an owner operator. And so far a lot of negative. Now your video here, has let's call it educational information for the guy that has no clue at all of becoming an owner operator, such as I. I subscribed to your channel, and will be watching more of your videos.

[@orlandowiebe9371]

I needed this! Love the honesty and hard truth! Gonna keep this in my prayers and really evaluate everything you mentioned. Thank you sir

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Thanks for checking out the video Orlando!

[@michaelswartwood]

I did this instead of that and it cost me a motor. So don't do that or you will blow a motor too! Extremely informative information

[@brandonb5818]

I'm just starting out, scared as hell to even be a company driver but I'm taking the plunge. Maybe O/O is in the cards later but I've never even sat in a semi before, let alone driven one

[@BoiseStateFan101]

Are you working for a company? Driving there trucks?

[@socalnsx]

@@harrisn9783 what area? thinking of changing careers and being an O/O someday soon but might want to start as a company driver to make sure I will like it...

[@joseflores1335]

Wow 😯 the way you explained in the video is really good 👍 , Dow payments, APR , breakdowns , payments . Good information

[@barnkieth3857]

The way u explain trucking is excellent 👌

[@stratmaster5]

Alot of important information was not even touched on to be an owner operator. This is great advice for a lease owner operator

[@rafaelalvarez4846]

God bless you sir. No everyone tell this, they just tell financial changes.

[@IAM76999]

New Company Driver here learning everything I can paying dues to get where I need to go. Thanks for your videos. Needed this 🚛 experience & advice💯

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Welcome to the industry! We’re glad you enjoy watching our videos.

[@callmetestarossa]

What company are you currently driving for?

[@sammypooh9646]

thank yall for making these videos your making me think and ask more questions before i dive to deep into being a owner operator. i will start with a company first.

[@kgeganjrify]

Any truck, 475 to 500 hp, 13 speed transmission, 3.73 rear-end. That spec will do any type of pulling you want.

[@fbgmonkey]

General freight ?

[@kgeganjrify]

@@fbgmonkey General Freight, Doubles/Triples, tanker, flatbed hauling steel...

[@Harley.6.0]

Man im just a young gun myself who is super interested in trucking and plan to do it and i appreciate your seriousness and honesty in these videos makes it way easier to understand and plan for because nothin in this life comes free. Keep it up ET!

[@TheBestMan77777]

Very very good video. I’m one year in and about to buy my first truck. I do the dollar general and thank God I’m young, fit, and focused. I’m going to do well, but I also truly hear what you’ve said in the video and not afraid to ask questions and research. Thank you for the advice, it’s been received. ✌️

[@GrdDog]

Man I wish video's like this were around when I was doing OTR; y'all are doing a fantastic job !!!!

[@NorthAmerican-Trucking-News]

Thank you!

[@manvinderjuttla3392]

VERY INFORMATIVE . YOU R A GOOD MAN. AND U R RIGHT.

[@chevasechols6327]

Thank you so much for the valuable info about becoming an Owner Opt. I now have a Blueprint on how to proceed further in my pursuit of becoming an Owner Opt.

[@basharalhasan4050]

One of the best Videos about trucking In US by the way im not even a trucker or willing to be but I love Love trucks and hearing the News and how you run ur businesses + i following alot of trackers and Also im not Even in USA or any around LOL xD

[@melvinjohnson6898]

I like this guy. No BS but straight talk.

[@everettreed3207]

I've personally seen lease operators and owners operators go weeks without pay,because they didn't maintain a maintenance account.

[@ModernMessiah]

Yeah you need $20k minimum. Even with a warranty you'd need about $8k out of pocket to cover a complete rebuild.

[@mr.butterworth]

I’ve saved enough in less than a year to buy a good used truck. Now I’m just building funds for maintenance and expenses, including a generous down payment on a flatbed trailer.

[@farkhodazizov4199]

This specific channel... I love it. They all saying truth. Truth. This is how they getting respect from subscribers. ET transportation will grow very fast, unless they start lying.

[@cedthetruth1311]

Point blank if you’re going to survive as an owner operator you better have some very good mechanical skills as well..

[@domingofernandez4359]

You guy’s should break down speaks for us new driver’s who don’t know anything about truck’s and just got the license recently please 🙏. I absolutely love your Chanel guy’s

[@Oliver79us]

Thank you sir for these infos , I just got my first truck after 2years cdl experience driving for my employer. Am really hoping by God's grace to succeed 🙏. Thanks again

[@arisk.ramosbautista1283]

Thanks master, from boston ma. Good explanation 🙌

[@augustineramospodcast5021]

Very insightful thank you. I hear tons of students at my trucking school saying they wana be owner operator, they talk about it like it's cake.

[@tflores925]

very informative, thank you

[@victorchirchir6724]

This couldn’t be explained any better. Fantastic content right here.

[@samhagins941]

I retired as a company driver, nice pension and a fat 401k. O/Os do not work for themselves, they work for brokers. But not many GREAT companies to work for.

[@daneblackburn613]

Have you owned a truck. My grandpa and uncle retired as millionaires. A lot of work. But they did it

[@samhagins941]

@@daneblackburn613 Great for them, I always said, "I am not a truck driver, I drive a truck". Driving make me a great living (and retirement) but it did not consume my life. Slept in my own bed (with my wife) most nights and every Saturday and Sunday off. I was paid by the "run" and not by the hour. 30 hours driving was a long week for me.

[@daneblackburn613]

We run day cabs. Your idea of working for a broker is terrible. Direct freight is the way to go

[@samhagins941]

@@daneblackburn613 LOL, if you do not want a life.

[@samtrinidad217]

Looking to buy a truck and be an o/o been driving for 3 years and if I’m gonna be riding hard might as well put that time and ambition into someone who will appreciate it the most at the end of the day… myself.

[@rickyd.r2288]

I never common on KZbin But this guy is amazing God-bless you Sir

[@ricksomething]

My semi truck is speced for offroad. It has 46 inch off road tires and I've lifted it about ten feet.

[@deanpahl8591]

Being an o/o your a business person, driving truck is just the side job, be ready to lose everything. Find a good mechanic, and a loan officer that knows you.

[@edwinramirez5850]

I’m glad you opted for a freight liner

[@mariosantamaria1991]

all what that gentlemen talk about is the true he knows the bussiness

[@B_rett_B]

my father was an owner operator for many years, and at one point owned a logging business up in BC with my uncle and grandfather. my dream is to become an owner operator in the near future. but unfortunately my dad passed away before I got my cdl so I cant really use his years of knowledge and experience to guide me. thank you for this video its very helpful.

[@jk6854]

Great Info brother.

[@SmarchitectMann]

After trucking across America, you are the only person speaking favorably for Volvo trucks. The ONLY one. Lol but if it works for you! For me, comfort is superseded by reliability. I'll lease a perfect truck before I buy/invest in a used truck. My first break down was a nightmare, heart ache, headache, and wallet ache. I now keep all my warranties in a binder.

[@darrelltinsley3384]

This is a great video! This dude really breaks it down. Thank you for taking the time bro.

[@mobileapp9056]

Thank you brother, I’ve been thinking about making the transition to owner operator for a few years. Solid information.

[@GM_YYC]

Very informative and....Canadian :-) Thank you

[@mayday2312]

I appreciate your honesty about your record with the truck and why it's just not a good deal to use equipment not designed for certain workl. Learning from your mistakes

[@ikaiatransportservices6710]

I really appreciated your insights, experience and knowledge 👌

[@gerardocontreras1236]

Thanks for all the information given us, because there is a lot more things people don't inspected, so clear you sprained , nothig it's hide, and cheap, goodnight and wait for more videos, Thanks again

[@pointnIaugh]

I'm an owner operator and I'm also a diesel mechanic. Repairs don't really have much of an impact on my finances.

[@1iota1420]

Learn something new each time I watch this, stopped counting, thanks for the vid & channel 👍

[@eightpoint]

y not go 5 years and pay extra for a 3 year pay off and not be commited to that big payment if u have problems one or 2 months

[@terrillmartin2557]

Straight jewel... Thanks very helpful

[@michaelboyle9512]

I'd like to know more about truck specs. I'm running a turned down Cummins with an allison trans in a pete as a company driver. I'm considering buying o/o. What setup should I be looking at for different terrain? I'll subscribe. No one talks about that.

[@hvyhaultruckingwithshuee]

If I bought the truck im im now. The chrome would be minimal. maybe some interior dash stuff and the gear shift cover/knob. maybe a bug shield on the hood and that would be about it. simple cheap and easy to maintain and perhaps an after market captians chair thats a bit more comfy

[@mohamedlamineremli4566]

I just wanna appreciate everything you have mentioned I take your advice seriously and it’s always nice to hear, learn from an experience drivers out there. Again thank you and god bless.

[@michaelpeacock351]

As an owner op, I couldn't make it past 7min 29sec mark. These guys are scaring people into being voluntary servants. Practice due diligence. Being an owner op isn't as complicated as this company makes it out to be. Fuck Lease/Purchase... NEVER fall for the Lease/Purchase Burmese Tiger Trap. You're better off refinancing your home to cover a "used truck" than to buy a new one. Pick a 2014-16 with less than 600k, it's rough, but they ARE out there... If looking for truck-load, shoot for around 500hp, if less than truck load, stick with 400-450 hp. Me personally, I'm LTL, 450 cummins with an eaton ultrashift 13, waaay more power and transmission than I need. Anything more than truck-load, like heavy haul, you'll certainly need 600hp or more with an Eaton 13 or 18 manual. Don't let this guy scare you into submission.

[@j.lemare]

How you doing boss, I messaging you to see if you have a dispatcher for your business?

[@johnm5855]

Being OO is not for everyone some people rather be enslaved to someone els no guts and no brains I worked 1.5 years and bought my own and got my authority now I drive regional and home on the weekend and at least 3 evenings a week and make $5 k a week clean I would just say have some money for backup about 20k and get a truck with some warranty that way you're covered if a major breakdown happens but most of all go and do it work hard I don't like to work for any company

[@4real775]

THIS INFORMATION IS A GOLD MIND!! thank you sir! I've watch 10 times and taking notes 📝

[@GeorgeBP81]

Thanks! Very insightful.

[@michaelchason7863]

The godly way. You came up little by little, not all at once. APU, even if it has 2/ 2000 repairsbin 2 months. Saves 35 a day, and comfort and rare to need to idle. Sleeps better because hardly no noise or vibration from idling

[@armybeef68]

You know what would really be cool is if one of these companies, or even an Owner Operator, would be willing to give someone a ride along, sign a non liability waiver, and hop on board for a month or so, that way you can see if you actually want to do it.

[@blueridgeocean]

I'm getting 8.9 mpg from a 19'international crazy. 10 speed auto with the a26 insane! Granted it's not great for the mountains but I'm only up there 40% of the time and don't mind going abit slow

[@scottpool4777]

80s trucks that’s all for me KW Peterbilt freight shaker I love those those trucks it’s in my blood have mercy👍👍👍👍👍