Truck Driving Jobs

allan5oh · #11 03-23-2009, 09:53 PM

Been doing pretty good actually. Me and my old man headed south together last trip, he had 17,000 in his box I had 42,000 on my step and we did the exact same fuel mileage. So obviously my setup is much more aerodynamic.

I did over 7 with 54,000 lbs of lumber(86,000 gross). I'll let you know when I fill up.

allan5oh · #12 03-23-2009, 10:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by deep dixie blue

As far as the headache rack, just lose it and put a headboard on your trailer.

Against company policy. Besides I have about 450 feet of chain, where would I put it?

Heavy Duty · #13 03-23-2009, 10:53 PM

Just move to the USA and buy this one 2006 KENWORTH W900L Conventional Truck w/ Sleeper For Sale At TruckPaper.com

allan5oh · #14 03-23-2009, 11:17 PM

From what I hear places like ICT and others have absolutely no business. Trucks like that are going to go on the auction block for very cheap.

I know someone that picked up a pete with a 120" sleeper for 40k at an auction, it was only a few years old. I think it was during the last recession.

Jumbo · #15 03-24-2009, 12:06 AM

You could always man up and buy a cabover. Allan5oh and the Bear.

Heavy Duty · #16 03-24-2009, 01:45 AM

From ARI Legacy Sleepers - ARI - American Reliance Industries, Co.

What length wheelbase do I need for a custom sleeper?

There are many factors affecting the wheelbase length. Our sales staff can easily walk you through the details. Remember, there are many variables to consider, however, to get a general idea review the following:

Sleeper Size Extended Hood Set Back Axle
96" Sleeper 276" Wheel Base 251" Wheel Base
108" Sleeper 288" Wheel Base 263" Wheel Base
120" Sleeper 300" Wheel Base 275" Wheel Base
132" Sleeper 312" Wheel Base 287" Wheel Base
144" Sleeper 324" Wheel Base 299" Wheel Base

Jumbo · #17 03-24-2009, 02:07 AM

If I read that chart right then on a set back 244" w.b. he could have 89" sleeper? Thats a start.

allan5oh · #18 03-24-2009, 02:26 AM

Like I said with the short nose w9 I know you can run the 86" studio up here. Thanks for the link.

allan5oh · #19 03-24-2009, 03:14 AM

http://www.legacysleepers.com/pdf/be...et_for_web.pdf

On the 5th page there's a t800 with a 290 inch wheelbase and 144" bunk. Take off 46" that leaves you with 98 inches.

I think the T800 would be the way to go. Maybe I'll give them a call tomorrow.

Weight : 24,990 lbs! YIKES!

Very next page a T600 with 97" sleeper 265" wheelbase looks like lots of room between the truck and trailer, and the 5th wheel is in the middle.

21,400 lbs. That would work. My Volvo weighs almost that much.

allan5oh · #20 03-24-2009, 03:36 AM

hmmmm

2003 KENWORTH T600 Conventional Truck w/o Sleeper For Sale At TruckPaper.com

Only if it had a pre-egr detroit....