The Kenworth Has A New Sound + Broken Records & CB Troubles Ep512

[@AlpineWarren]

We don't want a pretty truck - We're here for a humble hard working man and his adventures with his dog...

[@donaldmickunas8552]

Hey Kurt, You've got me shaking my head. How long have you been driving truck? Now, after all this time, you start caring about what people think? No matter how much you try, you will never be perfect nor will you please everyone. So, do your best and let the cards fall where they may. 🤣 Next, I have a great name for that area with the "fruit trees" which Opie seemed to enjoy. Opies Retreat!! I got more news for you. Your truck is not the only reason why people follow your videos. It is a combination of things all put together. Opie is part of it. You are part of it. Don't act surprised. Your family is part of it. Yes, your truck is part of it. It is all of that and probably a bunch of other stuff we would never even consider. Just keep doing what you are doing and have fun. 😃

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

Thank you

[@jackson_68]

I would add a few points that I like about your videos. You do not talk about how great you are nor do you brag about how much money you make. Also, you keep politics and religion out of your videos.

[@brucekoster9253]

Opie's Oasis sounds better ;-)

[@donaldmickunas8552]

@@brucekoster9253 I agree 👍💯

[@peter1256]

You got that right magnitude of different reasons I watch tracking with Schmitz.

[@swolff5]

If it takes 5, or 10 or 15 times to back into a spot, to me it means that the driver is a professional driver and would rather take the time to do it right and not damage the other trucks. Good for you for being a great driver and a professional. Keep up the great work!

[@michalhavlik1127]

Absolutely love your channel and the truck. I started laughing when you mentioned Steve Wallis and his stealth camping. Both of you guys make lot of peoples days better.

[@swolff5]

If it takes you 5, 10, 15 times to back into a spot, it tells me that you are a good and professional driver that doesn’t wasn’t to damage any other truck. Good for you for being such a good person!

[@lukuscarter3563]

Your truck videos are nice while a trucker is off the road. The sounds of that whistling diesel Cat 600 rolling down the highways and byways are soothing to a fella like me. Man I miss the road and I only been off a week and a day. Thank you sir for putting it out there. That W900 is a nice truck I don’t care what you say.

[@marvinelder3828]

Your truck looks just as good as the rest of them. You have Opie for a traveling companion, bet they wish they were that lucky. He sure gives the eye when you are fixing his food, it's like can you hurry a little bit. Stay safe.

[@lindahollister5530]

You have a very nice truck😅😅😅😅😅😅. He is a beautiful dog❤❤.

[@jenniferestep798]

You keep that precious truck a shinning😀

[@SRTSyed]

I started watching when you had 21k subscribers, I wish you had over 100k subscribers because you truly do deserve all the hard work you put in and uploading daily. Thank you so much for the dedication. We watch this channel because we see potential of you blowing up one day ☝️

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

Thank you for the kind words

[@donho5818]

F. As.

[@mikeeaton251]

Hey Kurt do you ever think that people like watching you. Ya first class is a nice truck and opie is the cutest dog. Your just a genuine kind of guy. Love your videos. Be safe out there.

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

Thank you

[@tonydavies5283]

That was a great laugh out Loud moment with the broken sunglasses .😂 another enjoyable video 👍

[@paulson6270]

I like Watching your videos. Sure it's about Trucking but also family and a talking dog. LoL That's what makes me smile. Plus a lot of funny moments. Keep on Trucking.

[@lindahollister5530]

Yes, you have a great channel. Keep it up. ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@claudemir3656]

Hey Schmidt, I'm from Brazil. I love your videos . your puppy very beautiful. Grant's man. God blessed you and your families.

[@moekhatib1728]

Hey Kurt, I’m the fella your seen down in Indianapolis, me and the truck (white jacket) appreciate the compliment and was our pleasure. But I think first class is far surpassed mine in beauty and growl 😂

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

Thank you and keep that beast moving.

[@deniseshephard3347]

A pretty truck is one thing but your dedication to your family and the hardworking job that you do your kind honest and true and you share your adventures with your cute dog thats why we are here your choice of music is very touching I will allways be a subscriber because of what you stand for

[@lyleloomis3493]

I drove an International Eagle with a wet line in it , long nose , no sleeper had to sleep on pice of plywood and 3” foam from seat to seat seat . My pipes sounded the same as yours . I love that deep throaty sound, especially going down hills in the Pocono’s when had rock wall’s both sides of the road. J brake talking sound bouncing off the walls , then pulling the hills with no problem.

[@armandoestrada9752]

Kurt my young friend, I started watching you because you remind me of my young self. First your a family man, second I never co uld drive a truck because of my health. One day I pray that God will bless you with a new truck. Keep making your videos, that's how I'm traveling now. God bless you.

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

Thank you

[@SireDragonChester]

Hah you looked like a pirate when you showed the missing glass for the sun glasses hah. Your just missing pirate hat hah. Yeah new sound does sound like it has more bigger bark when you use J.Brake. You still ever consider getting exhaust to quite the truck down some along with j.brake? Hope the truck is running better now after spent all that money on First Class. Hey when did McDonald’s start offering pizza? We don’t have pizza here Canada Donald’s lol Good videos as always. Stay warm and safe.

[@saras4181]

Great place for Opie to explore! Glad your channel continues to grow, you have just the right combination of content going. Stay safe out there!

[@chucklester9822]

You are the best Kurt! So honest! You need to re-engine and get a 1693 CAT! That my friend shall definitely give first class a new sound!

[@Dibubba]

Darn you! Darn you to heck!! 👍 I bought a CDL Training manual today, because of you!! 😂🎵🙏

[@saltydog3714]

Hey Kurt, sure enjoyed your video! Best wishes for you and Opie! I have been trucking since the early seventies and really appreciate the way you ease through the gears. So many drivers today have the truck hopping up and down and it makes me cringe. Thank you for being old school. Keep up the great work! Doug Baird.

[@brianbelt7919]

I swear every video there’s always a train I find it funny as hell lol keep the shiny side up and safe travels

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

They are stalking me lol

[@usavtwin2003]

I remember Super Trucker Dan riding around on a skateboard a couple of times. Stay safe.

[@Blackwolf42991]

Kurt, one of the first videos I watched of this channel, YOU taught me, that getting into Trucking was about having Pride in what you do. And your pride in First Class is on point. She is a beautiful Truck. Other's trucks may be nice too. But, I watch you because I'm new in the industry and currently work for a mega carrier, but my goal is to be OO, and learning from the more experienced will make me a better Driver. Watching your videos has given me a sense of pride to make sure even my company truck looks clean inside and out.

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

Thank you and good luck on your goals

[@Blackwolf42991]

@@truckingwithschmidt7120 Thank you.

[@Tinytraveler]

Just recently found your channel, been really enjoying watching all your older videos!

[@frankmantione3268]

You are great just the way you are. We all have our days. We also have some embaressing moments. One time a trooper nailed me going behind a tree. Gave me a lecture and sent me on my way.. YOU AND YOUR FAMILY STAY WELL FRANKIE L.I.

[@Alan302-05]

Great video, I swept up half a puppy from my Deutscher Schäferhund, they can shed.. Be safe. Nice "CB" .. 73 OM hi hi..👍

[@racheld8843]

Not perfect and sure don't expect it from you or anyone! Watch you because you're a fellow Iowan who seems smart, honest, hardworking, and treats your family well. Travel isn't in the cards for me right now so getting it by watching you and a few other truckers. Way better entertainment than anything on Netflix! Thanks!!!

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

Thank you

[@peterhorn6951]

It’s been a long time to see someone that nows how to be real driver. I watch your Chanel I am very impressed. That knows keep up the good work and I’m buddy thank you.

[@meangenemiller3362]

The Mississippi river can’t keep us apart theirs too much love in this Louisiana heart!😂🇨🇱

[@Kawiboy]

I dig First Class 👏 She b one of the Good Ones 💪👊.. Always enjoy the train's on ur routes Kurt.. You do a fantastic job out there and it's Appreciated Brother 🔥B safe u 2 ✌️😉

[@meangenemiller3362]

It’s not about the truck. It’s about YOU !!!!👍🇨🇱

[@garybisme2]

@8:30, I laughed out load, now THAT was funny. Thanks for the levity.

[@fredtotal33]

I hope someday to see you and Opie on one of my trips from where I live southern NJ to visit my son and his family in Hastings Nebraska. Its interesting to see many of the roads I travel on from the viewpoint of a professional truck driver. Stay safe and well in you vocation and travels.

[@paullarkin8536]

Kurt, Think of your Jake Brake as your new horn for 4 wheelers.... Just use what you were given... It's a blessing!

[@randyalger6057]

Well mr. Schmitt I like you too🇨🇦🇨🇦🙏👍

[@madwookie3084]

The camera angle from the drivers mirror looking back is great! Nice perspective.

[@VanIperenTrucking]

I was just in front of you on my way to Goshen IN. I recognized vehicles in your last video leaving the rest area in Illinios. Then you were right behind me on my way back to Marcus.

[@danielmangan7617]

Stumbled onto your channel today. So far so good. Living the realistic content. Watching this trip I recognize the landmarks. I ran Aurora IL. when I was yanking doubles for Conway at the time.

[@051rocket]

It’s not all about Firstclass Kurt. People/truckers watch because of you’re personally & Opie. I’m not a trucker but I like em👍🏼

[@vickied9593]

Ok, the bit showing you with one lens in your sunglasses was funny. I laughed out loud!🤣😂

[@richardmosher6602]

Thank you you rock and a cool truck driver buddy

[@truckin_life8597]

Just found your channel about 2 weeks ago and I’m hooked lol

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

Thank you

[@steelhorsetravels9791]

Way to go Kurt, nice to see they got the parking lot concreted in at Hy-Vee, last time I was there it was white rock. Arizona this week,as always Kurt stay safe brother.

[@davidmitchell9048]

This is the best channel I subscribe to. First class, is well first class. Opie and your family are awesome. But the main reason I love this channel is you are just a humble, hard working and genuine individual. Be safe!

[@fregilcy8119]

Hey , greetings from Belgium, i follow you now a long time but i don't hear your cb , lol. But i loved your vlogs bay

[@geneharden9265]

I've been here for awhile watching your channel & your videos of your daily routine. Either on the road, spending time with your family & friends or just working on your truck & etc. Me and my granddaughter are fan & will continue to be a fan. Because we might know each other personally. But I do believe that you should have over a lot of subscribers to your channel. But hang in there it will change. Continue what you love to do & continue making your videos. Never give up & never stop. God bless.

[@alvinjenkins8005]

Interesting video. Thanks for the ride guys. Stay Safe

[@stevevandine8592]

Just a suggestion from an old trucker and long ago cat mechanic check your harness for your Jake's both in and out could have one not making good connection or fallen off it happens when you've had them apart and back together

[@DJPLAST2]

More important than spending on “pretty”, you are doing a good job keeping a roof over your families heads, as well as keeping the gang fed each day, those are the things that are important, those pretty steps won’t move that truck down the road any better than what is does right now! Take care, stay safe!

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

Thank you

[@jeepfish15]

You know evertime I clean my jeep I see the dings and scratches and laugh thinking that was a fun trip. My brother "truck driver" always said chrome don't get you home. It's first class because of the driver and copilot.

[@kirktitgen7453]

Truck does sound great and healthy ...now lets hear it pulling into the truckwash 😆☝️👊🤣

[@Blackwolf42991]

All Truck manufacturers must think alike... My restroom was built right behind the cab too🤣.

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

Lol

[@slamma2556]

We have zingers in Delaware. One of my favorites 👍🏻

[@duanesmeal1160]

Hey Kurt n Opie, 1st class sounds good, I thought something happened to ur eye at first till I realized it was ur sun glasses. U both stay safe n see ya both next time n tell everyone hi

[@ralgith]

If your CB does die on you, time to get a Cobra 29LTD :D My dad had one when he drove, and I have one now. I love it.

[@glenndelaney9640]

If you and the family ever get a chance you need to visit the cape breton highlands and the cabot trail in nova scotia. Keep the great videos coming.

[@MAX999MAX]

Amazing as always thanks . God bless you

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

You as well

[@DDD-us6uu]

First Class is hard working provider for you and family with help from you and Opie, she happens to look beautiful doing it, nuf said. You guys rock. 🤗🤗😎

[@lonesonestarcattlecompanyj408]

My lab loves cheeseburgers so much he knows what the Golden Arches means.

[@juliosantiago2603]

My brother first class looks good for her age and she sounds great rolling down the road Stay blessed and the German

[@michaelselman9885]

Hi Kurt & Opie. Another great vlog. That wind was brutal today. 50 mph gusts. I had 2 cruised up & down 6-80 north & south today in a Dodge Caravan. It was both hands on the wheel kind of day. 🌬 Thankful the weekend is here.👍🏼 Have a blessed night & weekend ahead.🙏🏼💕😬

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

It was horrible

[@michaelselman9885]

You got that right. Thank goodness you were loaded with all those pallets of Gatorade.👍🏼

[@williamtuton6178]

Oh hell you alright just do like you do and that there makes me appreciate your channel , and a lot times it's funny you nobody is perfect I made those mistakes when I was driving and drove for 20 years but not no longer because of injuries.

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

Thank you

[@LT.X380]

Another great video. I love the new style sunglasses. Drive safely my friend. God bless you 🙏.

[@tophand9571]

Great ended!!! Keep up great videos.

[@Thefarewayslayer]

I just found your channel and watched this video and saw you get on 80 and run through Cedar Rapids up to the center point McDonald’s your truck is beautiful hope to see you out and about

[@caliboyz8314]

Good night from Waterloo Iowa

[@tracywood8676]

I love sparkys when I ran us 20 from le mars Iowa heading to Illinois when I worked for Schuster transportation .

[@moondog3162]

Your videos are 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@TwiztidPain]

Honestly I started watching for the truck adventure but stayed because of youer personality. I love trucks my dad drove a frightshaker back up untill the yearly 2000s then stopped driving long haul and started back local driving a mack. Honestly the truck is a work truck, aslong as she can pull mauntains and keeps you on the road she sounds good enough., Stay save out therre.

[@kenhofer8063]

Drove a 120 classic for 12 years didn’t shake what so ever wish people would stop calling them shaker

[@1256giff]

We got those in the Family Dollar store in Phoenix.

[@railsnrods7156]

to try to aim your headlights park about 30 feet from a wall on flat ground and measure the height from the ground to the center of your headlight on the truck and set the top of the beam on the wall to that height on the wall

[@curtisfrease946]

Thanks Kurt!

[@garyw8481]

Good man, Opie got his cheeseburger. Jake sounds GREAT! We need to see that new steering wheel cover you teased us with.

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

Lol I keep telling myself to remember.

[@garyw8481]

@@truckingwithschmidt7120 I have the same problem, except I'm older than dirt.

[@Cinchy2017]

Your truck sounds good ,don’t let those headlights get the best of ya

[@michellejaquez8809]

Loved the video so awesome. Hi opie

[@anthonymissirlis3710]

the story till now, epic family road trip.... 2 great canadian overland/jeep camping channels ...

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

Yup they are

[@the.porter.productions]

Porter greetings! 🇺🇸 Love the BNSF train! We love those kinds of catches, but that’s what we go for as well…TRAINS! 🥰 Here’s my train of thought… 1) Even when I’m driving I always assume that someone is watching me that might even know of me, so I like to drive like a professional that I consider myself to be, or at least courteous as I try to be. 2) When I make a video I use words that fit my character, no vulgar or derogatory stuff. 3) Even if no one who knows me is watching me, I know that I’m accountable to God for my actions. If someone does know me and sees me doing something odd, then they can think that something wild must be going on, otherwise I wouldn’t be doing it. That did happen once…a friend saw me flying down the road with my 4 ways on. He approved me on Sunday and asked what had happened. I explained & he guessed that something had to be HOT for me to be behaving that way. I still asked for his forgiveness cause that’s just how I am. Some things are just ridiculous pet peeves that people can just get over. Either way, I just try to always be approachable and humble. That should cover things. I think the KW sounds rather good! 🤩 I’m glad that it wasn’t any worse! Hey, if Opie ever decides he doesn’t want to ride with you, just let me know so I can be the copilot. 😎 I rather enjoyed this one. It’s good to be able,to ride along and experience the wild rides. Take care! 🥰😎✌️

[@GreyBeard1641]

A couple things on your cb , 1. Check to make sure you don't have salt inside the center load make sure the weep hole on the bottom of the load is clear . 2. Make sure the coax connectors ( PL 259s ) hasn't corroded because of salt build up .

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

Will check them out

[@jessebeasley4562]

As I was watching your video the train part I hear a train horn out in the distance where I'm parked at the shipper

[@That-Dude-Felton]

Kurt, not the one eyed shades. 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@donaldsmitson2096]

Kurt you make me want to put a radio and antenna back in the car.

[@rodgerscoular730]

You should use the yellow tinted night glasses....cuts all glare

[@thunderrode1744]

Sending up prayers 4 yall and plz remember to chk ur brakes at them docks make sure u set ur parking brakes and always use the whl chunks at the docks there was a driver in Illinois crushed couple days ago something happened and he was crushed between the dock and trlr 😔 brothers and sisters be safe out there slow dwn just little bit and be safe thank u all 4 driving and hauling what everyone needs not many may realize how dangerous truckers lives r yall be safe and catch yall on the flip side keep walking tall and bless great healthy peaceful safe journeys travels and hauling u could buy a cheaper mic as a bk up to see if the problem with ur cb is the mic or not just a idea many blessings keep walking tall 🚌⛺🌅🌌🌄🏞💪🙂

[@truckingwithschmidt7120]

Always do

[@airwolf3385]

I thought this is Opie you tube channel I was watching, just kidding 😂. You have a great channel, maybe 1 day I'll see you around Indiana. I stay local/regional out from Ohio and still make a great living $$$. Opie has 1 cheeseburger and you get 2 slices. God bless and safe travels

[@doowah512]

What are the round electronic items mounted on the mirror brackets close to the cab?

[@NorthernMichiganSaweyer]

I use to deliver flowers and trees to Sioux City once a week. I would pick up in Michigan and my deliveries were all in Iowa. Oh ya that's why I had a new sleeper built it is 90" with a bathroom and kitchen

[@jerryhubbard4461]

You have to put the boots on Oppie. Will be fun to watch him in the snow hight stepping.

[@terryskaggs2024]

Those zingers are everywhere in MI. I love them

[@11begood31]

Oh gads yes that sounds good

[@OscarMikeF150]

I could listen to that CAT music for hours on end

[@sirrepairsalot4189]

Hey Kurt! Your clutch pedal travel on the last video seemed to have a little bit more free play then I'd like to see, but if it ain't broken don't fix it right!? LoL Canada is the shit man! Love your videos man. Pm me with any questions about anything truck like related!

[@bobberg3010]

The new sounds, when they changed the sleeper air bags is it possible that the bellows/ flex joints are cracked. Ive had something similar when deceleration the exhaust would start popping

[@bigclark63000]

Look forward to get my Stryker a the Stryker antennas

[@EDLaw-wo5it]

I thought the regular exhaust popped more too. Sounds good to me. I got stopped right outside the Eisenhower Tunnel and was told not to use the jakes headed east by the Seven Sisters slide area. It was Icy so wasn't using them much anyway, Stay safe and havagudun trucker.

[@1206redpwr]

Kurt you are right, the truck is still in the containment at Sparky's. I heard a 15 million lawsuit against the company because the driver pulled in with his brakes on fire and knew it. Lumber is there for a temporary building it looks like.

[@peter1256]

Hi Kurt I enjoy all of what transpires during your trips. I couldn't tell you what I enjoy the most just say enjoy it all the German when you bring your kids along for a trip or your lovely wife. The way your whole family including Mum and Dad put your welfare first and foremost. Anyway safe travels hope the CB is working we can get it fixed real cheap take care cuz we care⛽⛟🐕🇦🇺👍👌

[@timothygala1583]

We got zingers here in northeast ohio. One of my favorites.

[@michaelkawich6319]

That's an awesome look for you Kurt. Terminator.