How Car Hauler Lives on the Road! Inside Truckers Custom 156" ARI Sleeper | Reliable Cribs S4E2

[@Joe_Hunt_Music]

Back in the 90’s when I was still a fairly new driver, I was heading south on 75 and had just made it through Detroit when I blew a radiator hose and lost all my coolant. This was before cell phones so I was kinda stuck on the side of the road. One of these Reliable large cars pull up behind me and the driver asked if I needed some help. I told him what happened and he said “come on, I’ll take ya down to the Detroiter truck stop and we’ll see if you can get a new hose. I got what I needed and told the driver how much I appreciated the ride and the help and that I’d call a cab to take me back to my truck. He said oh don’t do that. Come on I’ll take ya back to your truck. He drove north to the exit past where I was parked, turned that big rig around in a Kroger parking lot and then proceeded to help me splice the old hose and fill up my radiator. I offered to pay him for his time and he wouldn’t even consider it. We shook hands and he went on his way. In the past 25+ years, I have yet to run into him anywhere. I wish I had got his name. He was driving a long hood Pete with one of the giant sleepers and I recall his truck was the first I had seen with hardwood floors. I’d love to know who he is and if he happens to still be out on the road I’d love to buy him dinner. Just a fantastic human being

[@ReliableCarriers]

This is so nice!!!!! What a great story, thank you for sharing. Our drivers are what make our company so great.

[@williamyekin8639]

Live down the road from the Detroiter truck stop!

[@johnblyth9787]

This is a great story, and a true trucker. Not what is known as a cowboy in Australia. Hope you do catch up with him one day. Stay safe out there and keep the shiny side up.

[@anewthoughteveryday4592]

​So I guess you are the guy from and in that nice story 😊​@williamyekin8639

[@jonthomassings5003]

That's old school trucker

[@truthteller1951]

Protect this man at all cost! A real, humble hard working human.

[@KosherFinance]

Low iq❤

[@jumpinjojo]

*Costs

[@roslynbeckham437]

Absolutely protect this man, Wonderful person.

[@NoLefTurnUnStoned.]

Protect him from what?!😂

[@pbpx]

The most impressive thing here is how much respect he has for his job and employer. Yall must treat them right.

[@weezyyeswes]

That's because he is fairly new to the job, give it a few years. Lol I'm just joking around, he is lucky to have such a great job. Not too many of those anymore. Plus since he owns his own house on wheels he's probably banking too.

[@wtfmanicanthaveaname]

Notice the name of the uploader? Of course hes respectful or he would be unemployed.

[@derrickforeal]

​@@weezyyesweshe owns a home as well. He's been in Ling enough and was able to seed his life correctly. Guys starting after 2006 dint make or get to keep as much.

[@deweyseymour4268]

Only been a few months check back in 3 months 😢

[@goodluck2522]

This is what I'm gonna do when my wife leaves me

[@metalcavy33]

Rick is an old school, hard working American. Thank you Rick.

[@DING00069]

Phantom 309

[@NoLefTurnUnStoned.]

Of course he’s “American”, he was born there. Unless you think American means something more?

[@moog247]

Rick seems like a good guy and he’s happy in his job. We need more Rick’s.

[@SolomonSamson747]

So say we all!

[@1stupidgenius]

& who R u?

[@scottowens8474]

We need more better places to work as well!!!

[@Boric78]

Yeah totally - seemed very happy to be there and seemed a nice guy. We need more chilled big rig drivers.

[@mikejanacone8328]

These guys are the backbone of America they drive heavy dangerous trucks so we can have the amenities and society we have. I’m glad they’re getting a little bit of the respect. They deserve that’s far overdue.

[@dannysantos1266]

This man is a natural in front of the camera. He’s really an excellent host. Well done.

[@thereissomecoolstuff]

Very Sincere.. Good man

[@markamd1]

Calm down 😂

[@Ghosky-cr9dl]

@@markamd1 He's not wrong, not the kind of quality you'd expect to find on someone that drives trucks by himself for days on end

[@WhatsCookingTime]

Rick seems like a great guy and it's nice to see a company that takes care of their people

[@michaelwoffindin]

Good men like Rick are rare and it's nice to see him happy and well taken care of. I'm glad he's getting what he wants. Truckers like him are invaluable to society.

[@philthedrill2244]

Very well said. I’m a white collar yuppie that can’t relate to Rick’s life or profession, but damnit I appreciate his kind demeanor and pride in his work.

[@DeziigSuperstar]

❤❤❤❤

[@osmanyreyes8373]

Having a shower in the cab is THE MOST convenient part of that entire truck.

[@johnled4375]

Are reliable the owner of reliable transport John Ledford Senior well I'll say hi to him you want a new one or you going to yeah let me know yeah we'll find will finance it for you hey okay Delon yeah I'll buy it from you Michael trucks how many miles you got on that now well yeah it takes about 6 to 8 weeks yeah how about 11:20 here in last 2 weeks yeah it's a yeah I'm very nice lady yeah pretty nice deal though yeah just John Ledford Senior if somebody's not doing something yeah and you don't feel let me know better not for sale her name is Karen

[@ItsMeYourRealDad]

I'm disappointed that he didn't show the bathroom

[@Statueshop297]

@@ItsMeYourRealDadperhaps had a messy dump earlier. Needs to scrub that pan😂😂😂

[@monkeyb1820]

@@ItsMeYourRealDad yeah, that's one of the main 'money shots' of these vids!

[@pureh2oh92]

@@ItsMeYourRealDadprobs caught a body lol

[@PYGolf]

Talk about a refreshing video. No clue how this popped on my feed, but sure glad I got to see a dude happy with his job and appreciative of it all.

[@philthedrill2244]

Same! I’m a white collar yuppie that watches videos of fart jokes and pretentious podcasts on KZbin. This is the best video I’ve seen on KZbin in a long while.

[@LK-bz9sk]

I really enjoyed this video. I really liked seeing a hard working humble man be so proud of his job and his rig and taking the time to give us a tour.

[@ReliableCarriers]

So true! He’s a really good guy and we’re fortunate to have him on our team.

[@BluePlanetDrone]

@@ReliableCarriershopefully your company also provides him with enough PTO to get some time out of the truck. Employers that romance, their employees have employees that romance your customers. It’s a win win win!!

[@bigzachful]

PTO 4-6 weeks is one of the most important things. Time to go on vacations with family and friends

[@benjackson6260]

Grandpa max be smiling... 😂

[@EffieG-ez9tf]

When I was just a little girl, my family took a trip to see my uncle’s family at Christmas time. There was a huge blizzard that came out of nowhere but my parents said we were already more than halfway there, so we kept going. The only way we stayed on the road was following the big rig truckers’ tire marks. Unfortunately, some time after dark, our car spun out of control on a particularly icy patch and we landed in a ditch. No one was hurt, but we were nearly up to our necks in a huge snow drift, barely visible, and couldn’t get out. We sat there with the car stalled and no likelihood of anyone coming to help on such a cold windy night, and even if a car did come by, they wouldn’t see us. This was long before cell phones or GPS. As my parents discussed the options, I started to think what an exciting adventure-not realizing how serious the situation really was. There are stories about people trying to walk for help in a blizzard and never being found, but I was an innocent kid and it never occurred to me. Anyway, an hour or two went by and suddenly an enormous truck with lots of lights rolled up to a stop above the ditch and out comes a guy heading straight for us. My dad got out and went to talk to him, then before I knew what was happening, they had hooked up a long chain and the trucker pulled us right out of that ditch. Between the two of them, they got out car started again, and my dad asked the trucker to go slow enough for us to follow him to the next town, which he was more than happy to do. Needless to say, that kindhearted man became our hero. We asked our dad how the driver happened to see us way down in that ditch and Dad said because truckers in big rigs sit up much higher than a car and their headlights shine out much farther. To this day, I have had so much respect for big rig drivers and hold them in awe. That man saved my family that night.

[@AndyN.Jamesii001]

Wowwwy ❤️❤️💯

[@matthewpeterson3329]

Humble, genuine and grateful for the opportunity. This man has the attitude most employers would hope for in their staff. He's a total stranger, but I feel happy that he's happy.

[@steveowens398]

A job you dreamed of, a truck with all the comforts of home, and a wife willing to travel with you. You've done all right Rick! Thanks for the tour.

[@kateyy_xxo]

that’s the main goal ..i miss my deceased husband who was a truck driver

[@knightrider693]

Pretty cool rig but what im impressed by is how happy he seems with his job and employer. Must be a well run organization and they probably pay well too. Great to see!

[@chadreibold5280]

Truckers deserve all the credit in the world. What a solid and genuine guy.

[@arisaga822]

Ladies and gentlemen, an honest man on his grind for his family. God bless from Japan.

[@N5LUY1]

What a great down to earth hard working man that enjoys what he does. These kind of people are what makes America a great place to be proud to say I’m an American! Excellent!!!

[@alexl431]

Y’all protect this man/employee at all costs. We need more Ricks!

[@skipcantor868]

I'm really happy for you that you stuck out the years, proved your worth, and found a forever home with Reliable. What an incredible rig. Safe travels my friend.

[@Johnsmith-zi9pu]

This bloke has a good attitude and it's contagious.

[@shawnthomas444]

Love hearing someone speak who truly loves what he does and who he works for. Heck yes

[@marcusware4586]

Thankful for all of the truckers like Rick that keep this country running!

[@kateyy_xxo]

that’s so adorable i miss my husband who passed away last year whiles traveling in a truck

[@barryinn1778]

It's great that we have people like Rick. Every time my Wife complains about some issue with truckers on the road I tell her you wouldn't have what you got if it wasn't for truckers. Trucking industry is a very valuable necessity , we cannot live without them.

[@boodle4960]

Never thought I’d be watching a video like this, but Rick gives me hope. Man! If the whole world was like Rick it would be a paradise

[@realhelathylifestyle]

I'm in Ireland. Such a huge truck wouldn't work in Europe. But I appreciate that America is Continent sized and these drivers do enormous distances. Sounds like this company treats it people well. Best wishes.

[@iGermoRtis]

This was great! Good to see a hard working man who loves his wife!

[@theicecavalier342]

I've been driving for 5 years now, and I am still looking for a job that makes me as happy as he is. I'm glad it's not an impossible dream. 😊

[@pool_noodle420]

I love a good company employee relationship, he genuinely seems happy to be working there and loves trucking. Glad yall gave him a platform to speak on.

[@vicolin6126]

Guys like this makes the world work, and lets the rest of us have easier lives going to our favorite stores to buy things, rather than collect stuff in some central location 300 miles away. Good to see that they can have nice living conditions even on the road, they deserve it!

[@psycho4agY]

I have wonderful memories of my Granddad waking me up at 5am to go to the truck stop to eat breakfast when I was little. It was so much fun!❤

[@jono1432]

That cab and sleeper is roomier and nicer than a lot of NYC apartments! Rick is awesome. I really like his personality and his love for his job and truck!

[@kaibahnemann8049]

What a pleasant guy, so much joy listening to him and participating in his joy, Thank you very much for your video.

[@robertf863]

That guy seems like genuinely nice and good guy. Wish him many more years of happiness. Hope him and his wife get to travel as much as they want in that rig.

[@ErikS-]

What I really like about these videos, is that this company puts the spotlight on the life of its employees! This instead of the service the company provides. Great to see people being respected in this way! You got yourself a new subscriber!

[@jefff6167]

Wonderful to meet a person who loves their job and the company they work for. 👍🇺🇸

[@AndrewUSA]

I literally couldn't imagine someone looking more like a truck driver than this guy

[@lobowynnTV]

I drove for over 30 yrs and never drove a beautiful truck like that awesome ❤

[@BluePlanetDrone]

I love how proud he is of his truck. And how hard he worked to gain the experience to get hired with reliable. A pros pro! Congratulations on all of your success. Thank you for taking time out to share your passion with us. Thank you for keeping America moving. Best to you and your wife! Be safe out there on the roads

[@computerjantje]

seems like a nice guy which is the most important thing. How many guys are looking forward to the moment they can take their wives on the job. You have my respect sir.

[@DeziigSuperstar]

Love you ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@spiritrider3348]

The mans humility is Gold. As they say ' An idle mind is the devils workshop'- two hands on the wheel brother, love your work!! Beautiful truck!!

[@harrywebsters2318]

A great, wholesome video. We need more Rick's in the world! What a champion.

[@DKJHamp]

God bless Rick!! He seems like such an awesome person who also loves his job. I'm so happy for him that after many years he got the job he worked towards and wanted for so long. Hey employers, see what happens when you take care of your people! Reliable does it right!

[@joec.9327]

I've seen these trucks all the time, never paid much attention to them. UNTIL THIS VIDEO POPPED UP!! This guy and company look like good people.

[@bigopishposh8558]

if you know, you know....THIS is the kind of guy you want hauling for you! Someone who is knowledgeable, experienced, and has fun doing the job! Make sure you all learn to flash your lights to let these guys change lanes in front of you on the freeway, they may even blink their lights to thank you!

[@imTHE_INFINITY_]

What a wonderful guy! You can see and hesr the joy and pride he has in drivinf that truck! I hope him and his wife get to see all kinds of cool things when she retires and goes out on the road with him!

[@valeriebridge7305]

What a lovely man. Thankyou for showing your rig. It's great and I am sure you will enjoy life even more when your wife joins you. God bless you both.

[@Blahblahyah]

This guys a freaking American hero. Hell yeah. Thank you!

[@javierrosadojr.6379]

Huge respect for Rick. He is the backbone of America.

[@SolomonSamson747]

What a cool truck! So glad this gentleman has some comfort on those long hauls. Thank you truckers! Lifeblood of America, you and the Train operators!

[@bc-guy852]

What a super endorsement of what seems like a pretty neat company. Encouraged enthusiasm is easy to spot. Rick shared not only his personal space but a hint as to what sort of man he is. I'm super pleased to see this opportunity working so well for him and his wife. Way to go Rick! Stay safe!

[@jeannemarcinek4575]

In the past I did deal with car haulers everyone was nice. I have never seen an enclosed trailers before and the inside is very nice. If I was lost and saw a car hauler I knew I could get the help I needed. I miss those guys they were like family. This guy is a rare find not many out there. So, stay safe, warm/cool, and blessings.

[@christiangonzalez9979]

The world needs more people like you. Thank you for your kindness!

[@Jasonnj732]

If I ever need to ship a car, I hope this guy shows up.

[@laughincoffin9l223]

It's gonna cost you we are not cheap

[@bigdaddyroy5382]

U could always call him. I'm sure he would do cash only jobs off the books

[@erforscher]

People like you is why I love America❤

[@CommandoG331]

Being from the UK I have NEVER seen anything like this on a truck before. I'm amazed. Americans always do things bigger and better (sometimes🤣).

[@thetexassaint6571]

Respect

[@Othis-Morf]

The world needs more Rick's.

[@FlorentinoRebuildingCo.5644]

My best friend drove for Reliable. He loves trains and had a train nick-name they would refer to him by. I use to ride with him from time to time, I'm a non-trucker.......but Reliable is an impressive outfit. I wish Reliable Carriers, much success and all their drivers, the protection and safety the good lord can provide.

[@ReliableCarriers]

Thank you! 🧡

[@aimpointrod]

That truck's cab is awfully sweet. A studio apartment on wheels.

[@johnshelby7973]

When I was a kid I wanted to be a cop or a truck driver. Favorite shows were Adam 12 and BJ and the Bear. Ended up going the cop route but I still love trucks. When I go to the auctions and historic races in Monterey Im always checking out the Reliable carriers as close as the 20 million dollar Ferraris. Rick you are the man!

[@jakesnake6007]

What a wholesome human being. I hope everything works out well for you.

[@marcturner3647]

Wow that is one hell of a machine 👍👍👍

[@keithstrutter63]

They haul some nice cars and they haul them in beautiful trucks. What an organization that provides a service that’s first class!!

[@Look_What_You_Did]

Nothing says cheap like orange.

[@PrinceAndrewFucksKids]

​@@Look_What_You_Did nothing says empty woman like a woman covered in a 2 inch layer of make-up to hide your deep insecurities 😂

[@stock_glock-9710]

@@Look_What_You_Did so what color is considered “expensive” to you 😂

[@diablo2v2]

Y'all can thank Rick for getting everything you own to your destination! Thanks Rick!

[@kyleshootsthingsphotograph2226]

Thank you, Rick, for delivering my groceries to Walmart.

[@kateyy_xxo]

thanks for my underwears at the victoria’s secret store

[@PhilDiasPJD]

So what you hauling today...... Well 10 cars and litterally the kitchen sink!!. What a machine!

[@billyhouse1943]

Thank you.. Reliable just in last two weeks transported a Corvette from Scottsdale Az to Georgetown Tx for me. Great job by the driver. May 2024..

[@ReliableCarriers]

Thank you very much for your business!

[@CaesarConsuloProVita]

Awesome!! This man worked hard for this achievement. How wonderful for him!

[@williammccarthy1042]

Rick seems like a guy we could enjoy hanging with. Cheers Rick!

[@jh6031]

I work for an OEM and we use Reliable for all our important vehicle moves. I’ve always wondered what the sleeper cabs looked like inside so thanks for sharing. Very impressive and on par with a well-equipped motor home.

[@adamcrook7603]

For starters, this truck is really cool. But how appreciative is the guy towards his employers. You don’t hear that much anymore. Top man.

[@billmadison2032]

That is the sweetest living area I have ever seen in a truck, thank you for showing it

[@nickthetoycollector3360]

I see these trucks from time to time, and I always wondered what they look like on the inside. I suspected that they are very comfortable and RV-like, and I am not wrong after watching this video. Thank you to all you brave truckers out there for all you do.

[@garyzarbock]

When you enjoy going to work and doing what you do then it doesn't feel like work, Thanks for tour inside that monster :)

[@TheHersheyr]

Looking at the inside and dash...you drive the space shuttle. DAMN! You had to work your ass off for this with conviction and dedication. God bless you! You sure earned this.

[@stevecunningham936]

Good for you! It's nice to see someone enjoy what they do

[@richardo6357]

Worked for Ford back in the 90’s and ran a lot of vehicle test trips. Shipped vehicles with Reliable and my favorite part of my trips was checking out all the trucks. The drivers were always on time and super nice and proud of their trucks, always let me take a look inside.

[@brealistic3542]

I am so glad true hardworking people like you can manage to carry along your own little apt to make your job a lot better when your out on the road. I wish all truckers could.

[@Billy_Rizzle]

He is carrying around a portable home that is bigger than my bedroom. Damn that man is living

[@AndyN.Jamesii001]

Hahahahahah 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@RaymondScullion]

Really enjoyed this 👍 a hard working decent man that mentioned his wife many times and sharing his work and time with her, when I think of American truckers and great companies, this is what I think of! Great job Rick!

[@danrosario2888]

God bless this man on the road.

[@roysam2710]

Sir, you have the most beautiful truck on this planet. Doesnot matter where you are, you have your home with you. The colour of your truck has the colour of our King. Godspee and have a blessed life. Greetings and Blessings from the Netherlands

[@matseklundh8241]

Im a bit of a loner with a cabin in the woods and this truck gives me the same feeling looking at this video and makes me want to be a truck driver 👍

[@manoalex6575]

Fabulous..I just loved his tour talk of the Truck...Boy its really a home away from home..His ambitions are just on Target.. God's blessed him...he lives well..

[@mjac8373]

Canton Ohio; grew up there born in 1950. Miss the old haunts. Nice 'home-away-from-home'. Stay safe be happy!

[@SV-ec2gq]

I trucked for 27 years I passed you or saw you heading the opposite way many times. Never had the pleasure of meeting you or your truck but it’s a beauty…

[@fatduc996]

nice rig. cool trucker. i guess a good company with staff so happy

[@justjane2070]

As a teenager many years ago I used to hitchhike around Europe with a friend or boyfriend. We often were picked up by truckers and never, ever, had a problem with any of them. Always friendly and gentlemen like. ❤️

[@gandalfkenobi007]

This man is so happy about his job and his employer. Please give him a raise

[@KosherFinance]

No.

[@tallblonde1976]

That is so much nicer than what I expected! The little kitchen has everything you need.

[@nicholasdavies6264]

Incredible truck. I can imagine how many miles you do across America. Safe truckin fella from 🇬🇧.

[@lewbaxter243]

Congratulations on achieving your goal, Driver! Who said hard work and determination doesn’t pay off? I spent years on the road as both a Company Driver and an O/O and it never gets old seeing a brother succeed in his profession. Smooth roads and safe travels to you!

[@davidmwood560]

We don't have this kind of sleeper here in the UK. It makes trucking so much better. Great video, thanks.

[@BuckfastTonic]

i think its to do with the tight turns on b roads and the length restrictions including trailers. I"m no expert but i think that would be why Im from scotland btw so it defo wouldnt work around here but maybe on m roads

[@Yontess]

@@BuckfastTonicyup, these type of long nose semi trucks are too big for European roads. That's why most European trucks are cabover.

[@calvinnickel9995]

It’s American vs European trucking regulations. Used to be be same.. overall length of the consist.. which is why you had cabovers in the US in the 60s and 70s. Now it’s just the trailer which means that sleepers and long noses don’t need to be counted. And sleepers are essential for the distances American truckers drive and the long nose improves quietness, vibration, and safety. You still see cab overs in the US but they are for short distance inner city jobs.

[@dannyallround]

@@calvinnickel9995 some EU truckers also are away from home for weeks at a time... nothing to do with distance for us, since 2000 miles a week isnt that much... but more of the fact that the bosses make more money if you sleep in the cab so you can work more

[@rollingfinn2044]

​@@dannyallroundsounds like we take trucker safety more seriously.

[@sm6jesse]

This video warms my heart. Cool sleeper but mostly Rick seems awesome and Reliable Carriers must be a great company to work for. All the best to Rick and his wife!!!

[@KaiSchroder-vk7un]

Nice guy ! All the best for him

[@JarheadCrayonEater]

When I worked for Lockheed at Stennis Space Center, we had a satellite delivered to work on, and the trucker had a truck just like this one. So, naturally we all needed a tour, and glad we did!

[@1_fishin_magician153]

AWESOME RIG !!! * Truckers are the backbone of our economy !!!

[@elscruffomcscruffy8371]

What a cool, humble, enthusiastic guy. Neat setup! The little things that make life comfortable

[@njochara]

Me & husband watch KZbin befowe go to sleep. Well, we’ve just decided to cancel our dream of going Opal hunting in Australia in favour of coming to America & working for Reliable! What fantastic trucks, the staff & truckers & everything about this company seem absolutely wonderful. Not often you see workers enjoying their jobs so much. Just shows if you manage a company well & look after your staff you'll rewarded. Well done Reliable.

[@ricksomething]

Stay away.

[@ValHemi265]

It was a pleasure to watch you enjoy your rig and all the home away from home set up. A man who loves his job and wife. Solid.

[@RasmusDyhrFrederiksen]

Surprisingly nice mobile home. And he seems like a nice and pleasant person.