Getting out of your comfort zone is critical to progress regardless of what industry you work in. Great advice man.

Well said Nick. Your video describes what so many need to do in trucking, but also life in general. I just added a flat to my end dump operation. With my construction background, I hope to be running a RGN under my authority in the near future. "If you keep on doing what you've always done, you'll keep on being what you've always been. Nothing changes unless you make it change." Like my dash plaque says.."Don't settle for NO." Great video, and as always, THANK YOU for your SERVICE. Stay safe, both you and pops.

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it. Good luck with the new equipment!

@charlesxavier3489

4 жыл бұрын

TrucksTalk&Trash awesome comment. I work for an oversize/ heavy haul carrier now and looking to get my own authority on a RGN as well. Tired of working for pennies. How is it working out?

Ive 20 years in driving experience, I'm new to equipment, I'm working local for a national equipment rental company pulling a 48ft dovetail trailer. I feel this is a good starting point to bigger stuff. I do boom lifts, scissors mini excavator, skid steer, front loaders. Having this and knowing how to operate the equipment will be a big help in the future

Great advice, I've been a fan of your videos for some time now, wish you the best.

I’ll say this, having a couple more experienced drivers you can talk to and get help from is very helpful. With today’s technology, it is so easy to text someone some pictures or videos to help you if you’re not sure what to do.

This was good positive advise, encouraging and a good word, thanks Nick...

Awesome attitude, thanks for offering up to share your knowledge as it sounds like many have done for you! Safe travels.

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Well spoken, good advice, and clean. Thank you for being respectful and considerate of yourself and others! Best, h

Dude you'd be a hell of a mentor to anybody tho... Keep on hauling that good stuff and stay safe and thanks for the videos.

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

Phil Sumner I appreciate that. Thanks for the support!

@ghostofcato3052

5 жыл бұрын

You said it man! Nick is a highly squared away individual!

Good stuff Brother! "People don't buy a product, they buy the person.""start with the end in mind" :)

Success= the progressive realization of a worthy ideal :-)

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

I like it.

Glad I watched this video you just answered a lot of questions i had i to work for Landstar and been debating on should I buy me a 7 axles setup

SERGEI DRASNEV Is a heavy hauler out of Canada. He used to haul for Landstar, but for some reason he switched away from them after a few years. I think he was sitting to much He has a fairly popular Vlog. He's currently running 8 axles, pulling a RGN. He's been doing heavy haul a long time very experienced. I never did heavy haul, don't plan too, but it seems getting really big heavy freight is not easy, but it's very cool you try to teach others and answer questions. Not many guys like you around. You don't need to answer me on this as you may be buried with a lot of important questions, but I just wanted to air my opinion an d comment. In my opinion, you have really had some impressive loads that I watch here. Stay Safe both you and Pops!

@ofatjoeo

7 жыл бұрын

Pete_ Hine_Of_PA he didn't switched landstar fired him

@SteelyPaw

7 жыл бұрын

I did not know that, seems odd, but I'll take your word for that until I can confirm that. Sergei seemed to be a knowledgeable Heavy Hauler with good work ethic and good equipment.

@DanielPerryRally

7 жыл бұрын

I'd see him do some sketchy stuff and then some actually good ideas that I've used for my equipment hauling, but his videos kinda went all over the place and he started to see too cocky after a while. (Run on sentence.)

@SteelyPaw

7 жыл бұрын

Yes, I'll grant you Sergei is cocky. I think his attitude is why he does not have more and constant work, or the really big stuff he wants to haul. He's yet to use the new lift axle on his trailer, he makes the payments on it while it sits in the mud at his parking spot in Cambridge. I thought it was kind of brazen to ask viewers to donate toward a new truck I don't think he needs. Wanting and needing are two different things. Anytime I got money for a few car or truck I paid it back with interest, it's called a contract. So,why should Sergei be any different? So yeah, he's very cocky. But that still does not take away that he's skillful at what he does. Thanks for your reply Daniel.

@DanielPerryRally

7 жыл бұрын

Very valid points. We do share a pretty similar outlook on the situation. Thanks for replying.

It'll be alright. Thoughts are things, visualize success.

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

Joe Donovan you got, boss. :)

@lydiaanderson9765

3 жыл бұрын

@Joe How are you doing Hope we get to know each other with time and patience?

thankx for the Intel. planning on making a move this year. tired of oilfield pipe.

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

You got it. Oilfield is about to explode though. Might wanna hang out for a bit.

Nick, I have to applaud you for all of your videos, but especially this one. Trucking isn't what it used to be, and so many truckers these days have this arrogant God complex where they already know everything and any conversation with them turns into a proverbial dick measuring contest rather than trying to help each other. It's obvious you're truly passionate about not on only your job, but helping everyone you meet along the way. Definitely refreshing in today's world.

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks, man. The truth of the world is that very few people can get anywhere in this world without some kind of help / advice along the way. I was given an opportunity that most will never have, and I work with some of the best operators out there...if my little slice of paying it forward comes from just giving some advice, then I'll do it 6 days a week and twice on Sunday.

@EezeeListen

7 жыл бұрын

I agree with you 100%. I was happy (or so I thought) to find a channel with a new, inexperienced haulage driver (the heavy goods vehicles in UK & Ireland are now called LGV - large goods vehicles (!)) who left his job as a chef and was charting his progress from learning to drive a LGV. He was very good at first and was interesting, but about 2 months after qualifying and getting agency work, he turned into an arrogant know it all! I couldn't believe it, what a silly, silly man. He hasn't changed and now thinks he is qualified to give his opinions on world politics and how most other drivers are useless.

@crazytrucker9526

7 жыл бұрын

Eezee Listen who is that??

@EezeeListen

7 жыл бұрын

Hi Crazy Trucker :) Sorry but I won't give out his name/channel, as even though he has gone way down in my estimation I don't want to leave him open to possible abuse (not saying from you, as I am sure you would not do such a thing) and there is plenty of all that nonsense going on in You Tube world as it is. The sad thing is that he really isn't all that good a driver, but appears to be one of those whose talk is bigger than his actions or achievements.

@crazytrucker9526

7 жыл бұрын

yeah there is alot of those people lol i was just wondering cuz i watch a few of them who drive truck but if they are the way u say they are then i wouldn't wanna watch em anyway plus if he's like that he's gonna wreck his own reputation as a you tuber lol and that's a real nice thing your doin by protectin him even though he's like that;)

Great videos, looking forward to more.

Hey Nick. Just subscribed to your channel. I know this is an old video but thanks for the info. I guess my question would be related to what landstar would allow me to do. I am considering going back to specialty/ oversized again and leaving tanker. Basically wanting to get my own truck and possibly work for someone like landstar. I spent 7 years with lowboy/ RGN but mainly hauling oversized boats. However that’s been 10 years ago. So just curious as to what a company like landstar night think of that gap. I feel confident in myself just not sure if I’d be allowed to just jump right back into this type stuff.

Excellent advice Nick! I’m transitioning from UPS freight to specialized freight, specifically, construction/mining equipment. Throughout my research of the oversized trucking sector, the biggest misconception I hear is, “don’t just jump into heavy haul/specialized freight….start with flatbed/step deck and work your way up.” My answer to that…..”ain’t nobody got time for all that!”🤣 Granted, I’m a retired Air Force, aircraft mechanic with experience in hauling crashed aircraft and transporting 90 ton cranes to our crash sites. However, even without that experience…..I wouldn’t succumb to some fictitious career progression. I’m 49 years old now…..I have the financial resources to get into specialized freight; however, I don’t have the resource of time, to play the progression game. Besides, how does running flatbed/step deck even compare to running an 8-axle plus RGN?? Outside of using chain binders and chains; it’s a totally different learning curve. Attitude is EVERYTHING with ANYTHING. If you have the DESIRE to learn and ACTIVELY participate in educating yourself; diving into specialized freight is not outside the realm of possibilities. However, if you’re not the type to study 49 CFR Part 393 and associated regulatory guidance, then, you should probably reconsider if you TRULY want to do “heavy haul” trucking. Chasing the higher pay without the right attitude can turn out very bad; very fast. Take your time…..read, study, watch, think, learn the calculations, permitting processes, learn the required finances…..LEARN THE REQUIRED FINANCES and ASSOCIATED COSTS!! Specialized freight is NOT flatbed/step deck or dry van/reefer; it’s a sector of trucking unto itself and thus, has its own learning curve; no different from a fighter pilot and heavy aircraft pilot. Are they both pilots? Yes. Is the learning curve the same? No. So, to all the aspiring “heavy haulers” out there…..don’t be dissuaded by the naysayers who promote the “progression” myth. I’m not saying that progression is a bad thing; but, it’s not as necessary as many already in the heavy haul/specialized arena would have you believe. Nick…my man; good advice man!

I'm really enjoying your videos as a new driver trying to make my way into the industry supposed to be starting flatbed want to go into Heavy Haul I was kind of curious if you'd be making new videos on the future

In my opinion, Heavy Haul requires a Four axel Tractor that can pull anything down a public highway. Love the videos!

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

That's one small piece to the puzzle. A very small piece. Thanks for watching.

ATS has 4 tiers. They start everyone off in tier 4 that goes to flatbed. One of my friends worked for ATS for years you basically won’t touch a combo or specialized load until you get to level 2 or 3. I work at Mercer. I’ve been pulling flats for a few months. My ultimate goal is to break into heavy haul. I will be pulling my first OD load next week

@tyr4083

5 жыл бұрын

James McClary so whats a good company to get into in order to start heavy haul

@charlesxavier3489

5 жыл бұрын

James Mcclary is ATS a good start ? I’m about to complete an app for them .

To me Heavy Haul has always being pulling a load that requires an overweight permit

10.4....Well said. Thanks for the advice.

I would am aspiring to learn to haul heavy/ specialized freight ..specifically aviation . I am currently hauling shipping containers ..at 2 years experience . Could you offer some advice , for example should I start getting flatbed experience to start working toward it?

The way to learn is ask the rgn people at the truck stops, also find companies that haul the freight you want and ask them there progression. The company I work for said 1 1/2 - years flatbed then you can get set up for rgn with one of there trailers. They will start 1 ft over the rail then up to 2ft and so on over time

I'm a van driver but I want flatbed then heavy haul being the goal thanks for the inspiration keep up the videos

@mrwright9553

5 жыл бұрын

thecowgirl trucker did your ever get into flatbed?

I've always thought one of the barriers to pulling a loader on an RGN, for example, is my total inexperience operating a loader! What do you say to that?

see i like ur videos u are a man with vision I definately see u succeeding even more out here just like they say if u wanna be successful u definately gotta have a good vision and the drive to be the best they can be and I definately see that in u drive safe man!!!!

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you :)

Nick- I know it's different for every driver, but in your case, does the shipper provide you with the over dimensional permits, pilot cars (if required) and establish the police escort in states that require it, or do you do all that leg work yourself after securing the load contact? Thanks

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

We do it all, brotha.

Good video dude, thanks for the advice

Nick, I envy you my friend... As someone with poor eye sight, I can't even get a CDL. I would love to at least try Driving a truck for a while and work my way to the Specialized/Heavy Haul portion of the industry. I have read a lot and watched quite a few videos of what some of the best truck/trailer setups are for their perspective freight types. Honestly I'd like to learn a lot more and maybe become a freight broker? BUT that's something I have no idea how to get into. Thanks for putting out these videos man!

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

I actually have no idea how to get into the brokerage thing. My assumption is you really have to know someone to just get into it.

I run driving my third year in I consider Heavy Haul anything oversized that you need a permit for and/or an escort. I'm sure FMCSA n DOT have a specific definition but that's always been my general assumption

have you ever wanted to pull step after you want more then the raven ? and thanks for the videos. i come from a 3 generation heavy haul family trucking operations and sometimes i forget that some people just don't have any understanding on how it works. So hopefully your video does well and helps lots of people!!

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

Mm. The only time I've wished we had a step was on some of the taller pieces we've done...but even then, I wouldn't give up the Ravens for one. No stepdeck would be as light and as strong as our trailer. We also have the ability (unlike the RGN / SD guys) to overfly barriers and obstructions on the side of the road due to our trailer being 5' off the ground.

ok, heres a question. Are there companies or trainers that will get me there faster?

hey Nick there is one thing that comes from heavy haul is (stress) u guys do a great job. love the videos

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

I wouldn't say there is any more stress in this than anything else. You have to be competent, and confident. Believe in yourself and your abilities...the rest is out of your hands, so just roll with it.

Excellent info. How can I contact you? I transitioned from CDL Hotshot with Medium duty trucks into Semi Flatbed and now want to do Specilized OD freight. Bow do find brokers who specialize in specialized? I don’t want to lease though

Well said Nick! 👍

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

Thanks.

Hey boss I have 3 accidents since January of this year what company would you recommend for me to contact to get hired on

You've got the right attitude.

Just found your channel. I’ve wanted to get into heavy/oversized/long haul. I am new to trucking and in flatbed for a mega carrier. How long should I stay there before trying to find a “oversized” carrier.

@ktanner11

5 жыл бұрын

If they have a specialized fleet asked to be moved over thats what i did

I have three years flatbed stepdeck experience, do you know heavy haul companies in Texas, Illinois or Indiana that will hire and train? I’m from Arizona

How much horsepower do you need to heavy haul and is a triaxle semi Necessary

Hi Nick......Just follow your dream and it will happen......Stay safe !!!!!!!

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

You got it.

I have that same mentality! My goal is to do oversized hauling. Everyday im hungry to learn more. Im doing dry van right now. My next step is flatbed or hopefully heavy haul.

@KoryThraxter

4 жыл бұрын

Own authority?

@xXZodgillaXx

4 жыл бұрын

@@KoryThraxter no just a company driver. Thats the goal eventually.

I'm a flatbedder and haul stepdeck and flatbed, from overlength to over width (oversize). I want to eventually buy my own truck and haul rgn specialized

heavy haul in my opinion is mostly mining and trailer width should reflect the size of the actual load.. If the trailer you have doesn't suite the freight you wish to haul then design the the trailer to suit the application and most important thing if you are going to get into the heavy hauling industry have your own road crew in support vehicles as it is easier having your own pilot vehicles rather than rely on 3rd party escorts.. Now to get to where you want to be within this the heavy haul industry you will need to invest in equipment to haul such .. anything that deems the requirements for the use of beacons and escorts IMHO is heavy haul

love you content and want to get in to trucking what do I need to do and also can you do a video of the trailers y'all use thanks

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

Get your CDL, get in a truck somewhere and get after it.

I think a nice 3 axle rgn would look nice behind that k-dub of yours when you don't have a load for the flat bed

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

Yeah, but aside from construction equipment, there's very little that goes on a RGN that we can't do on our trailer. Trust me when I say we don't haul shit for the rate that Keen does, so we'd never move with an RGN.

Did you start off flatbedding with a company or did you ride along with your father to get the experience? Seems like he molded you and showed you the ropes to get the heavy haul experience. Most companies will require you to start off as a flatbed guy and you will move into heavy haul as your skill level gets better with different loads. I only can recognize maybe 2 companies in the Chicagoland area who offer Heavy haul freight. Everyone else is basic flatbed work maybe some oversized or over demensional freight.

If you want to get experience heavy hauling or get out of your "comfort zone", haul frac sand in the north east region. PA, WV, and Ohio is full of wells. Not only will you haul frac sand, the companies will also put you in a truck & you will pull a 120K pump trailer up a mountain in WV.

Thanks for your video,How does your insurance work ?Is it a different rate per special load or is it a flat rate.I know you haul very very expensive loads.thanks//////

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

Landstar covers the cargo insurance, though they charge us weekly for it. We cover the insurance on the truck itself.

Great advice

Good video, Thanks Nick!!

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

You're welcome. Thanks for watching.

Solid advice...

I seen your eye look right then follow the GTR skyline across the windshield. I was laugh a bit as you just left what you was talking about for a split second. XD But I do have to say, you should drive it. DAmn well have a nice kick to it. I have taken picture of the GTR and this one was custom built and it was on a tow truck flatbed. I was like 6 ft away from it. To the video you was talking about, You sound like my cousin saying the same thing, this applies to many other things as well for what ever you are going for, ether, trucking, producer, film, animation or try to go for something higher then that and etc. But yea, Heavy Haul can be all most anything. You can start out small what ever that works you can grow and learn from then work your self up little by little. It can be flatbed as what you are doing now, RGN, pull 60t to over 100t. Sky is the limit as long you are willing to learn and expend and progress. Like you said Nick, you will not learn if your doing one thing all the time or doing a one type of load all the time. Got to change it up and expend and look for new things to build your skill. Down the road, you can say to your self"damn, I pull that beast of a load on my own and made it to point A to Point B safely". If you have the drive go for it.

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

That factory GTR woulda gotten worked over by my car. None of y'all have met my baby girl yet, but you will soon ;) You got it bud. The pathway is different for everyone because our end goals are all different.

@JrFlexing909

7 жыл бұрын

Oh? well we will see soon enough indeed.

That's what's been driving me crazy. I've been hauling equipment for the past 7 years in the military (not the hets or anything, actual tractors) and people are telling me I need to get experience hauling boxes. I've done flatbed, a bit of box and a bit of tanker. Why would I want to start back at square 1 when it doesn't actually encompass what I'm experienced at?

@acehightower9625

7 жыл бұрын

Daniel Perry... Valley Transportation from Grand Meadow MN... They have steps, rgn 2 to 13 axles.. No tarps.. I work there

@DanielPerryRally

7 жыл бұрын

That sounds a bit more my speed, but if things go to crap with the military I'm looking to buy my own truck and start hauling aggregate. The work scene in NW Florida kinda looks bad for truckers here.

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

Get the heck out of Florida. Especially if you intend to do heavy haul / specialized or whatever. You just gotta pound pavement. Someone will give you a shot somewhere, I guess the trick is deciding whether to wait to find them or just do it on your own.

@DanielPerryRally

7 жыл бұрын

That's where my problem starts with getting stationed here. If anything I'll try running gravel here if I can and then work my way over to a better life. There's actually a guy in this town doing heavy haul so it gives me hope.

what is the widest?Heaviest? ,Longest? loads that you have pulled? (not all the same load), Three different categories

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

Widest - kzread.info/dash/bejne/eH2Y25add7OshaQ.html Heaviest - kzread.info/dash/bejne/mZV6yrR_g8-ofdI.html Longest - kzread.info/dash/bejne/eXefyJR6hKyelLg.html

I was looking at Keen Transport. I like the security of a being a company driver but specialized and heavy haul pays really good and I really want to find a company who'll teach me about what I'm supposed to do. I really don't wanna go into something and be blind cause i know y'all have to run certain routes. Just feel like I need to know more about it

@davidsteckley8846

5 жыл бұрын

You can go local and start off with a equipment rental company like United rental, Sunbelt, etc

@ktanner11

5 жыл бұрын

Permit loads are just that permited they give you a route review it measure everything twice, make sure its within the bounds of your permit and follow the route pretty simple Note: my experience lies with 2 and 3 axle RGN

There r heavy hauls drivers that r showing up secrets on how to secure and tight the loads. Of course it would be mandatory to go flatbed first in order to get the feeling

great video. only thing missing if I may say is please don't haul cheap freight!! to many are out here doing heavy for flatbed rates.

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you, and A-FREAKING-MEN! It makes me sad, it does.

"SQUIRREL"!

Good advice Nick...

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

Nick is right, there is no career path into HH. Let me fix that sentence, there was no career path for me. Started as a dump truck driver then got my class A. I'm 37 with only 4yrs experience and 2 yrs with equipment. I guess I'm one of the lucky ones. Found out 1 of my childhood friends had his own construction company. So I came and worked for him, where I'm still at today. He doesn't have all this special equipment, just a lowboy, and 1 flatbed. I have a 2010 KW T8 HH with a drop axle hauling mulch and different equipment. I also haul a vermeer grinder with its tow dolly. Its definitely and eye opener and experience going down the road at 112,ooolbs. You definitely have to keep your eyes open. So keep searching, and keep getting experience.. Good luck everyone.

Exactly, well said

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

Dexter Montgomery thanks.

So it's OS/OW (oversized / overweight) ? very well put, I like hearing peoples' opinions :) Keep the videos coming, been enjoying all of them.

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

Hence why they call it that on the permits you design ;)

@jfmaniac5118

7 жыл бұрын

Indeed :)

Thank you.

Keep it up bro 🤙

I'm trying to buy a truck but don't know how to go about it I want to lease on with land star just need sone advice

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

T Robbins well, Landstar requires 1 year of OTR experience, which must include winter driving. Do you meet that criteria yet?

@trobbins402

7 жыл бұрын

Yea I do I've been pulling a flatbed an step almost 2 yrs now

@CanConMil

7 жыл бұрын

Nick Mordaunt land star is years OTR in Canada. Lucky bugger with only one. Great video Nick

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

Give 'em a call and see what they have to say. If you like what you hear, go from there. Make sure to ask the prudent questions that pertain to you and your business.

Does 11 axle 158,500lb count as heavy haul?

@madbear3512

5 жыл бұрын

Fuck no if it ain't 400 tons it ain't heavy enough

Well put nick

Do I need an endorsement on my CDL for heavy haul/specialized?? I've been doingv general misc. Freight for Schneider doing dry van

@mrwright9553

5 жыл бұрын

Emperor God Trump I would first do a couple months of flatbed have you thought about that?

@derrickwashington1075

5 жыл бұрын

Emperor God Trump doubles and triples

@kevinguffey1564

5 жыл бұрын

Derrick Washington you do not need doubles and triples endorsement to haul oversize loads

@derrickwashington1075

5 жыл бұрын

The company I worked for told me i did because of the Jeep and booster

@kevinguffey1564

5 жыл бұрын

Derrick Washington if the trailer has more than one point of articulation you need doubles and triples but not for doing regular oversize stuff like on a normal flatbed or drop deck

Hi Nick I need your help

Will be at Landstar with ya soon... Been approved....

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

Awesome man, welcome aboard. Where are you doing your orientation?

@acehightower9625

7 жыл бұрын

Nick Mordaunt Dallas

Great advice! I have to say, it's a bit odd seeing you without the tie.

@joedennis7354

7 жыл бұрын

AceMon2005 I know no tie, I saw him in ohio this week with a dirty truck and also looks like he lost his razor lol its all good he is one of the few young ones that still give us a good name in trucking.

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

Haha. Yeah, we were chillin and heading home. Have to hang the ties up once in a while while we're just relaxing.

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

Lol. Hey now, you're not supposed to tell people my truck was dirty! :-P

I am looking for an owner operator where I can haul stuff tall and wide. no tarps. I know the heavy haul/specialized freight is where I want to be. any advice how I can find an owner operator looking for a driver?

@tonysanders1038

7 жыл бұрын

Sean Brown , why do you say no tarp? What if you were paid $1000 to tarp a load, what if it was $300? Just find the freight and go after it.

@seanbrown5131

7 жыл бұрын

I am not an owner operator. Plus I don't have the back power to lift tarps. I was in an auto accident that messed up my back.

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

Sean Brown it's possible to do this without tarping, just be prepared to pass on a lot of loads. Sad reality is most things that are built this big, are expensive, and people want them protected. Keep in mind that you can use your injury as a part of your negotiating. "Sir/Ma'am, I'm available and have the right equipment to do this. I would love to help move this piece for you, however due to a back injury, cannot lift tarps myself. I will need to be sure that the rigging crew will assist me in getting the tarps atop the piece."

@seanbrown5131

7 жыл бұрын

Never thought of that. Now I just need to find the right company/owner that has an extra truck. Just don't know how to go about that. I have RGN and step deck/flatbed experience.

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

Sean Brown before you buy your truck, make some educated decisions on what you really want to do. That will help guide you to the right truck. 3 or 4 axle, 13 or 18 spd etc.

I pull 3 axle RGN this is the biggest trailer my company has...but making $8-10,000 a week take home being a company driver...I'm fine staying with it

@Livefree902

5 жыл бұрын

Bull shit lol

@Livefree902

5 жыл бұрын

Send me a paystub let me see

@charlesxavier3489

4 жыл бұрын

Aaron Abney what company do you work for?

This is just kinda my opinion, so FWIW... But I see it like this I guess. There are "levels" of what most people just commonly refer to as "heavy haul," which you kind of alluded to. It's commonly a very GENERALIZED term, I think. There's legal loads. Then you have specialized / oversized. This would include SOME of the stuff you guys do, but you guys do way beyond that also. Then, you have Heavy Haul - it's overweight and might need extra axles but otherwise might not be over-dimensional. Then you have "super loads." Which seems to be a good portion of what y'all haul. This can be overweight, over height, length or width (not NECESSARILY in that order), and COULD BE all of the above. And then you get to what I would term as..."project loads." Typically just done by a bunch of people from a company. Or several companies. And outsourced services. And government agencies/departments. And utility companies. Because of the dimensions, and weight, these require engineers. And project managers. And load/route survey teams. You know...those loads that weigh 400k and take 4 months to move like 500 miles or whatever. HH is, as you say, a very subjective term. Though, I'm still reasonably certain 45k of rolled paper doesn't really qualify! LOL

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

Haha, yeah I was kinda being facetious in the fact that people get so caught up in what they call themselves. You broke it down pretty well, but normally that distinction doesn't come to people who aren't in the industry. Thus, it's easier to just kinda combine everything, and I think that's why "Heavy Haul" has the general image that it does.

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That advice fits any goal or biz anyone on the planet would want to pursue. What the title said how to get into heavy haul that’s exactly what most people want to know so maybe it would be nice if u explained exactly how u did it and someone may do exactly that and it will work but this video didn’t teach me anything any inspirational book doesn’t tell anyone out there thanks though I guess.

80,001 lbs is heavy

Wait so what did you do before "heavy hauling"?

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

Pulled a van as an O/O for Werner Enterprises, then spent a VERY short time pulling a general flatbed....literally, a VERY short time. Then just jumped right into the bigger stuff. Got given a couple opportunities that I jumped at, and haven't looked back.

i thought you work with your dad, he was arealdy in the business

@awd4g63ix

7 жыл бұрын

My dad had a lot of heavy haul experience back in the day. After various changes in careers, and such, he started driving again about 10 years ago. He'd been pulling general freight and van until we started doing this together.

Pretty sure the most common understanding of "heavy haul" is over-weight and/or over-dimensional.

@lydiaanderson9765

3 жыл бұрын

@Dan How are you doing Hope we get to know each other with time and patience?

First truck driver I see wearing a nice button down collar shirt. I guess there is money in trucking.

This guy is such an “ EXPERT” that he is a cop now and not a Heavy Hauler” also he was a short termer that never owned a trailer! This is the CRAP that you guys are buying! He talks about “ his” equipment. BS! He WAS just one of “ Joes Minions “

If it ain't 400 tons it ain't heavy haul.

Get to the point

You are too vague