Upgrade: Day 3 | Setting up LLC | Supplies I have purchased | Prime Inc.

[@jimb3541]

That is a great idea, the erase board. Pilots have them, smaller, to write down call signals and instructions. I never thought of that for trucking, but that will work.

[@scottythetrucker1336]

Let's hope so. Missing your turn in a semi can be a nightmare.

[@txnaf1420]

Congratulations Scotty. I'd be jumping out of my skin I'd be so excited. I'd be around 90% excited and 10% scared to be going solo.

[@scottythetrucker1336]

80/20 here. Lol

[@victoriaramos142]

Awesome!!! Congratulations 🥳 I’m hearing Freightliners is the best way because easy to repair by anybody. Good Luck

[@scottythetrucker1336]

I trained on both a Pete and a Freightliner. Pete's are more comfortable. Smoother ride, little more room, but have the reputation of breaking down more. Freightliners will rattle your bones, but tend to be reliable workhorses. I'd be happy with either.

[@Moondoggy1970]

Outstanding Scotty 👍🏽,Hey you need to get a set of load bars.Load bars will save your A** if your going reefer.When you get loaded from a shippers they’re gonna load you but it’s your responsibility to make sure your product is secure.You can set your load bars both horizontally & vertically so the product your hauling doesn’t shift,or tip over during transport.Also get a bag of green chem sticks so @ night if your doing an alley dock you can put a chem stick on top on each side of the dock & there’s your 2nd set of eyes 👀.Remember once your solo it’s all you & getting in & out of these shippers & receivers is crucial.Again good luck 👍🏽.

[@scottythetrucker1336]

Yeah, this was just the small odds and ends. I'll pick load locks and those supplies from the shop and charge it to the truck. I love the Chem stick idea. Genious!

[@Moondoggy1970]

@@scottythetrucker1336 My dad taught me the chem stick trick you can’t go wrong 😎👍🏽

[@JohnHallgren]

@@Moondoggy1970 the other option that I saw another driver mention was a small waterproof battery operated lantern like Harbor Freight has so it’s reusable and if used with rechargeable AA’s, minimal ongoing cost.

[@Moondoggy1970]

@@JohnHallgren ya that could work also.

[@JohnHallgren]

@@Moondoggy1970 I bought one there for about $6 for use in an outdoor shower that has no lighting. Uses 3 AA’s. Can be hung on hook.

[@scottkimpton2350]

Congrats Scott on the upgrade be patient when choosing a truck don’t get into anything your not 100% in love with because this is your home on wheels and it’s what makes you the $$$ Best of luck brother!

[@scottythetrucker1336]

Thanks, Scott. I got some better news on the truck situation that I will share in the next video.

[@jimb3541]

Midlife trucker drove an international at Cheeseman and liked it. But, I like you theory of riding out a lease. I just wish you good luck. Time must be creeping. Hang in there.

[@scottythetrucker1336]

Yeah, I've enjoyed the motel rest, but ready to get going now. Shouldn't be too much longer

[@ashleybritton2584]

That's a lot of stuff you got there! LOL I'm glad things are moving forward. I'm so excited for you. ❤️ Your Girls

[@scottythetrucker1336]

Yeah. Shouldn't be too much longer.

[@pogveteranar9415]

Congratulations man, glad to hear it’s moving forward. I’m excited to see what truck you end up with. I got issued a lightweight, it’s okay for regional but not ideal. I wouldn’t recommend if you plan to stay out for more than a week at a time.

[@scottythetrucker1336]

I'm excited too. Got some good news on the truck inventory situation which I will share on the next video. Have a good one!

[@an6077]

I think you could have got the dual abloy locks ( big and small) that share the same key and u can use the small one to lock up load locks .. Just an idea

[@scottythetrucker1336]

I believe the abloy for the back doors needs to be this standard size, however I know there is a way to get them keyed the same. Either way, you live and learn. Just didn't want to get caught without one.

[@an6077]

@@scottythetrucker1336 you need a smaller abloy lock for the load locks , they sell them as a set at the company store. The standard one is too big can only be used to lock up trailer ..

[@scottythetrucker1336]

@@an6077 Yeah, these were only for the doors od the trailer. Load locks and other items are supplied after I have the truck and it gets outfitted in the shop.

[@412hwc]

thats cuz you will be fighting to get the full 6 months out of that trucc

[@scottythetrucker1336]

I got some much better news today, on the truck situation, but will share that in the next video.

[@412hwc]

@@scottythetrucker1336 ok im waiting bro,, dont let set u up to fail and it end up being on you cost wise. i wouldnt pay for a trucc with 300k miles let alone an international and the company guys getting brand new freightliners and petes

[@joserocha3684]

How much money did you make during all this time if you don't mind me asking

[@scottythetrucker1336]

During the first PSD phase you get $200/wk, interest free loan, that gets paid back $25 a week. During TNT and upgrade you get $900/week.

[@joserocha3684]

@@scottythetrucker1336 thanks for your response I'm getting closer to making my decision watching your videos thank you very much

[@scottythetrucker1336]

@@joserocha3684 Welcome. Happy to answer anything I can.

[@sharonbritton61]

AWESOME!!!! It sounds like things are coming along. It shouldn't be long before you get your truck now! Some better trucks might come along in one or two days, but who knows; it might be better to take one of the Internationals; it's hard to say. Anyway, whatever happens, we are very excited along with you! M&D

[@scottythetrucker1336]

Yep. Learned some new info on this. Situation has improved.