Good deal on your setup. Put a pool noodle on the top of the sleeper pass thru. They are cheap and cost much less than stitches in you scalp.
@steadytrucker
2 жыл бұрын
I'm on a continual search for the perfect cap for that metal surface. I might end up using a small water hose split open
@phoenixarizona8441
2 ай бұрын
Nice i started with a GMC Yukon XL and a 20ft single car Trailer made a sleeping area in back of the Yukon also had a Dodge B250 conversion van use the bed in back with a 20ft flatbed Both perfect small hotshot setups a buddy of mine runs Chevy Suburban 2500's with 20ft flatbed trailer and a ford excursion
@user-mx8rn6tj8h
Ай бұрын
How is that going for you? I have the money to get into the industry and I’m just trying to find the best route. I’m located in Dallas.
@larry1414nyc
Жыл бұрын
Very good idea with the sleeper you save thousands from hotels!!!!
@jamarroyster1484
2 жыл бұрын
I respect your intelligence and your drive to succeed!!!!!
@steadytrucker
2 жыл бұрын
Lol, don't know about the intelligence part but much appreciated
@fikalaredo5762
Жыл бұрын
That’s a nice set up you have there. Great idea using the duct on your cab’s vents
@XNick291X
Жыл бұрын
Great set up you got here, I want to run something similar but with the smaller Penske box trucks built on the GMC Savana platform. They're only rated for a maximum of 9000lbs IIRC.
@steadytrucker
Жыл бұрын
U probably know this but just in case, , as soon as you connect a trailer to it you will jump over the 10k gvwr and will need an eld
@gbuilds2736
Жыл бұрын
Thanks a bunch very helpful!!
@rami5986
2 жыл бұрын
Keep it up 👍🏻
@landonladontwinworld3623
7 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing with us. I’m interested in getting a box truck to go into business for myself.
@markstevens1729
6 ай бұрын
Being a big fan of irony, I enjoyed the diss on the quality of other YT channels and the subsequent state of the “sleeper” and the “remote climate control” system. A good one, for sure.
@JeremyChrisScott1026
Жыл бұрын
I have the same truck I love it man
@steadytrucker
Жыл бұрын
Lol, she's ugly but she makes money
@Showyouaroundme
10 ай бұрын
Nice!
@darrelturner9760
2 жыл бұрын
i use to run the same size truck,i built ramps the same width as the duals to back up on when dock high was required,back up to the dock,mark where your tires are with a piece of pallet wood or soda can,pull out then set the ramps,after awhile you wont need to mark,youll know were to set the ramps by eye
@steadytrucker
Жыл бұрын
I do have ramps but haven't used them yet
@larry1414nyc
Жыл бұрын
Those are the only trucks I use!!!! The penski,the best quality.make money!!! larry nyc.
@steadytrucker
Жыл бұрын
It's been a good one.
@Grandpa_RLP
8 ай бұрын
I have that outlet in my Chevy 2500 Express and I have 3 battery chargers running on it for my power tools.
@bradtaylor6139
Жыл бұрын
I imagine just some duct tape on the outside of your sleeper would seal it better from dust and if u have to close her up just peel it off and repeat haha. I like how detailed your videos are btw. Great job.
@steadytrucker
Жыл бұрын
That would work. I've gotten lucky , Iguassu, most of the loads I've picked up have been fairly clean. A couple of the hotshot loads did bring in some dust and dirt.
@richdouglas8969
2 жыл бұрын
I wish iwas healthy.. I'd like to start my own gig... Omaha
@alvinakorchak5770
11 ай бұрын
I think they make ‘em under 10000, you can preorder them straight from GM
@familymantrucking2131
2 жыл бұрын
Looks good. Have you thought in using a blow up mattress. Seems it would be easier to move around when needed.
@steadytrucker
Жыл бұрын
That might work for smaller folks, lol
@georgewashington1106
4 ай бұрын
This is the first video of yours I've seen, so this question my be answered in another video, but I haven't got there yet. You mentioned that you used to hotshot. I'm looking at your video list and you have hotshot videos posted about the same time you've posted box van videos. I assume you were doing both at one point? Are you no longer doing hotshot, and just doing the box? What made you switch?
@steadytrucker
3 ай бұрын
Lol. I've done some switching back and forth. Several years ago I had a 40ft hotshot but recently I had the small box truck with a 20ft hotshot trailer. I did that for several months but the small box loads were few and cheap so I just did hotshot with my pickup and the 20ft trailer. That actually worked out well.
@Nash7.62
Жыл бұрын
I was worried about getting my e450 uhaul truck. Interior floor is 10'9" only but I'm very happy that I have a 6190 payload capacity!
@steadytrucker
Жыл бұрын
Yeah its a give and take for sure. No truck is perfect. I find that my height limits me more than anything
@Nash7.62
Жыл бұрын
@@steadytrucker I'm still learning I literally just bought my truck last week still got to set up my insurance. I'm sure I'm going to run into load problems I'm unaware of right now! Super excited to get started
@steadytrucker
Жыл бұрын
@@Nash7.62 good luck to you. There's a little learning curve but you should be able to make a few bucks along the way.
@girlietrucker180
Жыл бұрын
You’re a cool dude for this❤you mine telling me what size D-rings are those?
@steadytrucker
Жыл бұрын
Not sure of the size. I think they are about 1 inch. Real cheap from harbor freight.
@richdouglas8969
2 жыл бұрын
Maintenance is the biggest problem... Because it is sometimes a surprise
@steadytrucker
2 жыл бұрын
Yes indeed. Everything I think things are rolling good I'm reminded that good maintenance doesn't prevent breakdowns
@truckinfool3550
Жыл бұрын
You don’t need to keep the pallet jack on it’s side like that, makes you have to pump the handle a bunch of times once you set it in its wheels to bleed the air out before it starts to lift. Get a rubber pallet jack stopper. The big wheels roll onto it and, in over 15 years of using one every day, I’ve only seen it move during a panic stop. You can leave the jack inserted into the last pallet with the stopper.
@steadytrucker
Жыл бұрын
I've actually needed to have it on its side for several loads. In my little box it takes up a pretty good bit of floor space. Especially when I have my sleeper all the way out
@truckinfool3550
Жыл бұрын
Looks like it protrudes into the space even on it’s side. Just saying that you can leave it on its wheels, and it only protrudes about 12 inches when left in a pallet. Letting you know from experience that there’s another option, wishing you continued success.
@steadytrucker
Жыл бұрын
@@truckinfool3550 thanks. Same to you
@steadytrucker
Жыл бұрын
@@truckinfool3550 I do need to order one of those donuts though. I go into harbor freight a lot but there never in stock
@abiiimartinez
5 ай бұрын
Hey, I have a couple of 26’box trucks running locally under contract and I’ve been thinking about buying a 20 foot Isuzu box truck another gas can I get your advice on them?
@steadytrucker
5 ай бұрын
I don't know anything about Isuzu in particular. I think you can make money with any box truck. As long as you maximize your opportunities; dock high, larger the better, lift gate.
@zart3374
Жыл бұрын
smart sleeper setup! I am wanting to get a 2011 Mercedes sprinter box truck and was wondering what I can expect in terms of monthly expenses. Will I have to worry about scrapping money together to cover costs or do you normally stay pretty busy?
@steadytrucker
Жыл бұрын
Tough question. The market is pretty bad right now but you can still make good money. Just depends on what type of running you're willing to do. Staying in the right lanes etc. A good sprinter van is pretty low maintenance cost so pretty easy to turn a profit. $2000 net a week isn't hard if you are otr
@reidmediaproductionsllc4044
Жыл бұрын
That a Cube Box Truck...
@steadytrucker
Жыл бұрын
Cube and box are different things. If all sides were equal it would be a cube. Never heard of a cube truck.
@bryonsusedautos
Жыл бұрын
How hard is it to find loads for the truck! Also you run DAT loadboard dont you?
@chloeconniecarlton
Жыл бұрын
Same question I wanted to ask.....
@steadytrucker
Жыл бұрын
I'm going to do my next video on this. I am using dat and truckstop mostly. Loads aren't difficult to find but decent rates are.
@PatriotCanadian
2 жыл бұрын
No stress at D.O.T. inspections, how many miles on yir new truck ?
@steadytrucker
2 жыл бұрын
160k
@DrivingByBraille
2 жыл бұрын
Could you maximize your income by pulling a 10’ single axle enclosed trailer? Or would that be too specialized?
@HeyItsJonny
Жыл бұрын
It would increase the amount of cargo he could haul, but he would be limited to bumper pulls.
@jerroddooley374
Жыл бұрын
Why do you have to stop at the scales and be inspected? Your truck is still considered a cargo van and not CDL, right. I did the sprinter van gig for 7 years and am getting back into it next summer. I was wanting get a truck like yours, but if all the DOT crap comes with it, I'll go back in a van
@steadytrucker
Жыл бұрын
Unfortunately anything with a gvwr over 10k has to do all the DOT stuff, eld, weigh stations. Sprinter vans stay under that 10k mark.
@jerroddooley374
Жыл бұрын
@@steadytrucker man, I'm glad I came across your page. I'll go back with a sprinter. Thanks man. Be safe out therw
@Weldeador0813
Жыл бұрын
Your vehicle is less 10000 lb gross weigth im having problems finding 1 under 10000 lb. All of those said 14000 12000
@steadytrucker
Жыл бұрын
Mine is over 12000 gvwr. I have to run eld. I couldn't find any under 10k with as much space as I wanted
@Weldeador0813
Жыл бұрын
@@steadytrucker thankyou
@Weldeador0813
Жыл бұрын
@@steadytrucker i found a 14 ft. 9900lb you think i can find loads on that after welding for 16 years im ready to move to something else your videos helpme thanks
@steadytrucker
Жыл бұрын
@Jose Ayala you should do ok with that truck. On top of cargo van loads you'll be able to do expediting
@poorhandz4007
Жыл бұрын
I know who you speak of ... how he still has a driver's license is beyond me.
@alvinakorchak5770
11 ай бұрын
What’s his channel name?
@warrenjohnson9164
5 ай бұрын
This guy don't know what he talking about what is Sprinter van you can go in there from the front seat and some of them if they're not closed off. That truck he have do not have t to go through no weigh station.
@steadytrucker
5 ай бұрын
Yes you do have to go thru weigh stations because of the gvwr. Do your homework.
@beezytalkingshit9319
Жыл бұрын
You're talkin about Small Box Trucking. His videos are entertaining but yea I doubt his box truck is under 10,000 lbs.
@steadytrucker
Жыл бұрын
After buying my small box truck it's unbelievable how many guys are out here breaking the law.
@beezytalkingshit9319
Жыл бұрын
@@steadytrucker How do they get away with it? What ELD do you use?
@steadytrucker
Жыл бұрын
@@beezytalkingshit9319 idk, lol. I use motive for my eld
@beezytalkingshit9319
Жыл бұрын
@@steadytrucker I heard you have to sign up for 3 years if you use them? I'm looking for something else. I don't want to be held accountable if I don't like them or if im not using them. I heard they still charge you even if you're not using them anymore.
@steadytrucker
Жыл бұрын
@@beezytalkingshit9319 i signed up for 1 year. they do try to up sell you on length of contract and cameras but you don't have to
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