As a truck mechanic myself, I certainly prefer a clean truck inside and out.

I bet the mechanics can tell which drivers have a sense of pride in their truck and their life by the way their truck look.

I always hope with a clean truck they might say, "hey, this guy really takes care of his truck....I better be careful and not get it all greasy".....

Kurt, you’re not wired wrong. You just possess a trait which is lacking in most people today. I would call that common courtesy and respect.👍👍👍

I don’t always comment but I always watch your videos, I’m a retired driver and always kept a beautiful lorry as it was my home all week. Sadly it didn’t matter how clean your lorry was inside, some mechanics just didn’t bother, I’ve had greasy gloves left on my bed, grease on my curtains, I even got my lorry back one Sunday and the radio didn’t work. After months of arguing Daf trucks supplied a new radio, yes some mechanics are great but others couldn’t give a toss about the lorry. Kind regards to you all, give Opie a big cuddle from me. Johnny (Scotland)

In the start of the video when you're talking to Opie he has a front leg lifted just like our Belgian Malinois does. 😁 Our granddaughter-in-law is a diesel mechanic at the local Kenworth shop and she hates working on the "Ag" trucks as they're usually covered in mud and cow crap. So yes, they do care.

the more you keep it clean means you are picky about your truck and that means the mechanic will take extra care working on it.

Great to have your Dad. I had lost mine when I was 22. 47 years ago and I miss him and what he could had taught me.

KURT GREAT VIDEO YOU KEEP THAT TRUCK NICE LIKE YOUR HOME I GET IT YOU KINDA LIVE IN THERE !!! YOU EXPLAINED THE WORK BEING DONE GOOD ! OPIE IS JUST SO SWEET KURT I SWEAR HE TOTALLY UNDERSTANDS YOUR EVERY WORD 🐾🐾🐾❤️🐾🐾🐾BE BLESSED BE SAFE !! GOD BLESS YOU & FAMILY ❤️🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🐾🐾🐾🐾❤️🐾🐾🐾🙏

@truckingwithschmidt7120

3 ай бұрын

Thanks 👍

Truck is an extension of the person. First class is a fine name for a fine truck

The old trash company I worked for made sure the drivers washed the under the truck before we had to work on them and when I drove over the road I always washed under the truck great video keep up the good work God bless from GA stay safe

I have worked on truck that were so dirty you couldn’t believe. Clean heip the good mechanic do his work, believe me. Not only a better attitude but enables him to see any future problems that may not be apparent with grease and mud all over. Yes they do care. Havagudun trucker and enjoy your time at home till you get cabin fever.

If your head is wired wrong so is mine when i drove a truck even though i drove was a company driver everyone thought i was an owner operated just because i kept my truck spotless on the inside as well as the outside i drove a brand new 13 letter (international 99 long nose with a 13 speed) when your boss gives you a brand new truck you or maybe just me want to keep it looking new

@raymondfegley4120

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the heart like I said you not the only one whose head is wired differently

As a mechanic, does it matter in the end? No. But, I will say, it is greatly appreciated and can make a crummy day just a little brighter.

Kurt ... Take Note how many of those perfumed Evergreen Trees go missing .. More than a couple would Kill my Sinuses , Just Saying.. But hey whatever , have at'er it's your Truck.. Enjoy..

Yes brother, I turn wrenches and I'm telling you it makes it better because 9 times out of 10 we have to power wash it before we touch it. It is much appreciated

Truck looks really clean. And whats up with 3 vehicles needing attention all at the same time ? 💰Ouch.

Yes it helps them tremendously. They dont wanna be laying under a truck wrenching on bolts and having dirt dropping in their eyes. Plus it makes it easier to get wrenches on bolts when their clean. Some machanics will turn trucks away if they are too filthy . Thanks for being considerate, your type is a dying breed.

You have a cord hanging from above your windshield down toward your CB radio. It looks like it is a power cord for your GPS, perhaps. You might want to see if you can find an extension cord and run the power cord around the windshield so that it does not block your view. You may not realize it’s going on, but every time you look past an object like that to look in the distance, your eyes want to try to focus on the closer object instead. That creates extra tension in your eye muscles. I was getting eyestrain in the same kind of situation. My optometrist suggested that I move the stuff out of the way of the windshield. Problem solved overnight! Give it a try.

Glad first class getting fixed. And no I knew who exactly was picking you up, but how can he get exact timing

Being a mechanic, nothing is a bigger downer then a dirty vehicle....thank you to all the drivers that take the time to bring their equipment in clean, inside and out.

When i had my trucking company my mechanics wanted the truck dirty so they could see the leaks.. they would wash the trucks after all the leaks were documented

@truckingwithschmidt7120

3 ай бұрын

That would make sense. Luckily, in this case, we already knew what was bad.

@hughstephenson2957

3 ай бұрын

@@truckingwithschmidt7120 yeah but still sometimes a good mechanic can uncover other problems just looking at drips.. like transmission seals, rear seals etc.

the truck cleaned up great,the repair guys will like working on FIRST CLASS,its clean.🤩👍👍👍

Mechanics love a clean truck. Heck. I was happy when the driver removed the chrome off the wheels. But if you want to pay the shop rate for R&R chrome it's up to you.

Hello, I am wired like you man. Cab needs to be spotless and orgenized. And I know a lot more people who do it our way. Have a nice one and greetings from the Netherlands.

Great videos Kurt you should do one soon of giving first class some love I like seeing it after you get the wheels polished up and looking nice!

Assembled them for years we always called them a “through shaft”

I am a mechanic and I can tell you, Yes, We care. A clean vehicle is always much nicer to work on and subconsciously it lets us know that you care about your vehicle and we take a little extra care because of it. Love the videos, be well..

Doesn't matter a mechanic is going to get dirty anyway what you should keep on top of if they are just putting in a rebuilt exchange you might pick it up yourself and ask if you can pay the rebuilder yourself could save time and money remember cash still talks

Clean is.good and represents the owner's.high standards. That ole girl will go another.2 million. Just.keep pampering her and she is GOLDEN.

Probably not too applicable here, but I remember watching a KZread once about the Isle of Man TT motorcycle races and they just kept emphasizing how important it was to clean your machine. Like take it apart and clean every piece. And the reason for that was not because they are just clean freaks and soap nazis, the reason is because when you go through that exercise, that’s when you’re going to find the little things that can kill you. I doubt there’s anything to find on this KW that will kill anybody, but there definitely could be more serious issues hiding under the road grime. It’s a good philosophy to keep it clean.

Kurt nothin wrong about wanting to clean your truck its pride in your ride!!!😅

At 7:47 the truck seemed to be saying "Thank you Kirk".

Getting a clean vehicle to a shop makes a difference. This is the feedback from countless technicians. They generally appreciate it and will go the extra mile to do something back for you.

Glad i can do 90%of the work on my truck...I couldn't let it just sit waiting on a shop and then paying them labor on top of it

@tommythompson3588

3 ай бұрын

Not to mention going behind some of um to fix what they were supposed to. One thing to have downtime but that’s better than downtime and a high shop bill.

When bringing into the repair shop a clean truck fine mechanics would notice, thin k here is a driver with pride. And so, perhaps they in turn will demonstrate their pride by being extra careful when the repairs are made. Psychology works both ways. Sloppy truck, maybe sloppy cleanup after repairs. I might be mistaken.

You know how strong those trees are? Dogs have 1000x our smell senses. No wonder Opie wants to be in the truck. He’s on an herbal high like an acid trip. Whining at home,He’s tree withdrawing.

I replaced all my torque rod bushings on my MVI last year. That was my most expensive MVI

Thank you for the video. We hope all are doing well, furry kids too. 🙂 I am the one that is very particular about my vehicle being clean. For first class I can completely understand why you would want your workspace to be clean. Thank you for letting us in on your journey 😊🦮🐕‍🦺🐕‍🦺

@truckingwithschmidt7120

3 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching As always

Hey Kurt here in North Carolina at the foot id Blue ridge mtns it was 82 today but it is suppose to be back in 50s next week

Hope all is working out well for ALL vehicles. Prayers to the whole family & Critters. ✌️❤️ As well from Ogden IA Pam

As I said last time yes we care if the frame and motor are clean, body not so much. When I opened up the door I didn't want ten tons of crap to fall out

Those mechanics ðo greatly appreciate a clean truck to work on,especially free of salt,mud anything like that, I remember being in the Air Force as a driver, before turning in a vehicle for repairs it had to be washed and vacuumed cleaned

That is kind of the same thing as my Dad telling us to make sure your underwear is clean in case your in an accident If they found your dead body the last thing anyone would care about is cleanliness. For real

@harleyhawk7959

3 ай бұрын

when a person dies, all muscles relax. most likely crapping in your pants.

You care and that is what matters the most.

Thanks for the video trucking with Schmidt

Surprise, it didn't ruin your drive tires. When I had my freightliner it ruining the inside of my drive tires so i replace all mine bushings and a alignment. Now i have a 2022 peterbuilt 579. Last truck and I'm semi going retired, i hope.

good luck hope that get first class fix and back on road god bless from Ky

Kurt, I love how you show Your Viewers the things that you are going to have replaced and I have been with your channel for about 3 Years now . Just keep it Going I Love you Guys!...xxx

All I know is if that mechanic tryst to sleep in Opie's bed there will be retribution! 😂

@truckingwithschmidt7120

3 ай бұрын

Lol

Love to see the top of bonnet painted!

Nice decision on what parts to fix in a truck

take a rig dirty to a mechanic shop, they have to pressure wash 100 lbs of crap underneath translates to 3 hrs labor.😮😅

You'll actually save time time by getting all the work done at once.

I wish you good luck with your truck repair. Stay safe. God bless you. 🙏🙏🙏🇺🇲🇺🇲

They won’t even touch your truck if you have a hole in the floor and the piss is all over the under side or you have rats. I know my brother used to work for Cummins and the stories he has is disgusting. So yes clean your trucks they do care.

As a truck mechanic, I take more pride in the job I’m doing on a customer’s truck when I see that customer has pride in their trucks appearance even if it’s just going to the shop. It’s great to work on a clean truck, keep up the good work with first class.

Maybe be a pinion bearing in the power divide there not to hard to change .

Best of luck with getting first class fixed and running like a new truck

My late Father was a Service Manager. He taught me to ALWAYS make sure your vehicle is clean when you take it to a shop. He also said it’s better to have a clean vehicle and a little dirty wife. 🤣

O-H-I-O Porter greetings 🇺🇸 Dude, wouldn’t say that you’re wired wrong, but all of those air fresheners are a bit geeky! LOL! At least you still take pride in your old ride & that says it all! Let’s hope that your steering wheel & shifter stay clean & ungreesy! Having your rearends repaired can be a pain in the rear & time consuming! I expected your dad to come to the rescue….that’s what he does…rescue anyone in trouble. I always like to see what you’re trying to explain when it comes to certain parts of the truck. It helps me put everything together & makes more sense to me…and I know some of the parts already from being in a Truckin Family! If that shop treats you & your truck well then by all means bring your truck back to them. Good shops are hard to find…you know that. Keep us posted my friend. Blessings.🤩😎✌️

You are not wired wrong. My grandmother always taught me something similar when I was a young boy. She said to always have clean underwear on because you never know when some doctor or nurse might have to work on me. The same can be said for your living quarters. Always try to keep it clean because you never know when visitors come knocking. Years ago when I was trucking I carried a Doberman with me in the Peterbilt cabover and consequently, I was always cleaning the bunk and the front of the cab to get rid of the short dog hairs that always seemed to find their way into my nose.

It is true if the truck is clean.And well taken care of I try to respect that when I'm working on. Of them thank you

Can’t believe that Cat works on your differential around Ohio they just work on Cat motors

As a retired mechanic it was always better to work on clean vehicle than dirty ones.

First Class looks great Kurt 👍 Hope she’s not out of commission for long 🤞🙏🏻

Yea, I am just as bad or worse than you are, you would like to think that when they see a nice clean truck that they would take pride on working on it just as much as you do, alot of times they would and a few times they didnt, you just never know, stay safe and good luck on First Class!

Maybe if you bring the truck in clean psychologically they'll try harder to keep it clean!

the home of the UP at 10:22

I delivered in Spencer yesterday morning

Some mechanics care but not all of em ✌️

Kurt it's really strange because I've seen Harley many times on your videos and while watching this video I started wondering if Harley was a family member or something cause I know your sister lives close by..and I'll be dog gone if you didn't explain it. Thank you Sir. And it's always great to see Uber Dad your looking well Sir. OH and Kurt I don't know if anyone pointed it out yet but on your last video we did not see Opie or Jax. We heard you yell at Jax but we didn't see him or Opie. Just saying. Y'all have a great weekend.

This is going to be real expensive repair bill im afarid

All trucks should be clean when they are to be worked on , but rarely are they . Most are filthy

🍭SWEET🍭God Bless🙏🏼💖👍🏻🌞

We heard you trying to cut the video before you got to Opie send he told you how you lied to him! In the words of Ricky Ricardo, "You got some splaining to do!" Opie may have to negotiate a second burger next week!

I find a mechanic likes a clean truck to work on. Bring it clean, get it back clean

They don’t like getting inside of a truck that is nasty on the inside. Especially if they have to drive it. My son is a mechanic and he said they have had some trucks come in so nasty on the inside their boss told them not to test drive them.

I kno you don’t talk business but I gotta ask obviously someone is going haul loads you typically always do while your down. So when you start back is it hard get them same routine loads you always do right back?

@truckingwithschmidt7120

3 ай бұрын

Ya im good, but I am thinking about trying to branch back out again.

Hay Kurt travel safe

Now would be a good time to go camping and Harley riding.😊

might be all those chemical;s in the pine trees making you foggy

Hi Kurt and Opie

Your so blessed

Does it make a difference if your differentials locked or not

I admit to looking over your shoulder and wondering if you were going to make your bed.😅 I'm the same with certain things,but I married a total slob. It's much better now that the radio hoard is out of the house and in its own museum. Hopefully, things on the truck get fixed soon.

@truckingwithschmidt7120

3 ай бұрын

Ya ive kinda slacked on the bed here lately, I need to fix that.

For us old guys I had noticed you didn’t mention the estimate cost of what you are having done ?

I also like to take my vehicles in clean.

If searching for a leak of some sort, I prefer to leave that area dirty so they see what I'm looking at. Rest of ride will be cleaned. Parents raised me with the belief, look like a slob treated like a slob. Find its usually beneficial both time and money to keep mechanics happy they aren't working on trash. Better experience and mood for everyone.

I would want all the parts there working on clean at least, that way dirt doesn't fall in to anything that gets opened up. At least you will know if someone was in the back with those perfect lines.

Mechanics love clean trucks and cars.

Does the handling and ride differ much without a trailer?

Tree freshners are great except vanilla. Drove for O.O. and all he bought were vanilla.That aroma for me is god awful!! Another time drove a truck while driver on vacation. Must of had 25 old trees hanging on turn signal. Thought i was doing him favor by getting rid of them. Boy was I wrong!!

The real you're cleaning is you want to make sure the mechanic is not sleeping in the truck or stealing snacks or drinks 🤣😂❤

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Hello , how do I become a channel member , not seeing a link.

You’re not wired wrong. Dude, I’m so particular about being clean, my boots never leave the floor mat at the driver seat. I don’t wear my boots to the bedroom at home, don’t do it in the truck either.

Just your little forest

Hello Kurt. If you don’t mind me asking what is the brand name of your vaccum you use in your truck. Thank you

@truckingwithschmidt7120

3 ай бұрын

It is a shark

Cooking with Schmidt videos when?