I’m a breakdown agent for a company out of Kansas, been in it since 1979, you are a refreshing departure from what I normally see , happy trails driver

That Blue International as others have mentioned is a 1955 and in addition is known as a Westcoaster RD 405 Custom.

The first time I saw that truck was out near Utah. I actually thought it was some kind of custom b model Mack. I saw the fella driving it and he made me think of a Santa Claus who was able to still kick my butt! I believe he said it is a 55 but for sure an international. He also told me he built that truck from a junk yard and he did every bit of the work himself! Pretty amazing piece of work. Wasn’t to long later I saw him out around Tennessee. Keep a look out because that fella don’t mind working!

Opie is showing signs of dysplasia in his right front leg. My GSD had signs in her hind legs. I've been giving her NOOTIE brand ADVANCED HIP & JOINT SOFT CHEWS from Amazon. I doubled the recommended amount and it was like magic how she responded. She plays with my younger GSD now, climbs the stairs to the deck and jumps into and out of the car. Losing some weight would help him to. My Vet says its best to show some waistline behind their rib cage. He's your buddy. Keep him healthy as he ages.

My dog would of pawed that blanket around, messed it up circled around then laydown with a sigh😢 miss him terriably

First time viewing a video from this channel. Makes me miss even more my best friend Duke who ran the road with me for 5 1/2 years of his six year life. He died way too young. He was truly the best 😞

Man he is a loyal dog. He's doing what he can and he'll keep doing what he can for you cuz he loves you you treated him well! I love that! Keep being you!!

That 1955 international is all over Reddit and TikTok 😮

Kurt thanks you for showing us the old International, what a cool old truck. The first truck I drove in 1980 when I was just learning was a 1959 International, it had a 220 Cummins with a 5 speed main and a 3 speed browny. The seat was spring ride, when you hit a bump the springs would compress then try to eject you out through the cab. I will never forget that old truck, and the hood on it seemed like it was 50 feet long.

@littlebearrunin66

3 ай бұрын

That's why we ride on the floor now, it's safer lol

Opie is a beautiful pup.Hes getting a few years on him but he aint done yet!YOU are his bestest bud and always will be.

I loved seeing all those Kansas towns in the middle of the night. It's nice that there are still places where people sleep at night instead of being out getting into trouble.

+ Just had a genius idea 💡 for Opie's up and down the truck ; instead of stairs; a ramp ; four 2' X 3' sliding panels: when closed you carry them like a bag when in use you open them to form a ramp that the dog would just walk it up or down, no more jumping. Glued on fabric for traction. 😊

Mr. Schmidt, have you ever considered becoming a movie director? Your video camera placements (compositions) are pretty darn good.

Opie looks like he's having a real hard time walking he's like he's limping on the walk following you.

I'm sure if you talk really, really sweet to your mom that she could stitch that step up better than ever for Opi

He seems like a very special puppy. Good people are animal friendly. You have great content, but your puppy is a bonus.

Opie had the same look I give my better half when she tries kicking me out of bed lol.

I don’t believe that Pete was a long hood? International was a 50’s model.

Schmidt I hit the like button as normal, but today it doesn’t give us a number on the thumbs up.

As others have notated, it looks like the Internet says it’s a 1955 truck. You and Mr. Opie have a safe trip and great trucking.

Morning drivers no doubt. Fedex Linehaul here 8pm to 6-7am m-f

Well there you have it...A gallon of diesel at that flying J (24:03) is higher than a bushel of no 2 yellow corn delivered into Bartlett Grain Corp. in Council Bluffs, Ia. ($4.14)..:( :(

Re: Opie. We have a furry friend, small boy, that had similar joint issues like Okies, put him on pet oriented Glucosamine/ Chondroitin and, limping stopped. He’s a Shi Tzu/ Pomeranian mix. Just a suggestion.

Kurt, in relation to Opies limp which maybe caused by arthritis, my vet. gave me some medicine for out 10 yr. old GSD and it was called Roomadoll. I believe that is the correct spelling. Lady took it for about 5yrs. and acted like a 5 yr. old, I could not keep up with her. Next time at the vet ask him about that medicine.

I owned a 57 West Coaster logging truck many, many years go. Looked just like that one. The 220 Cummins was replaced with a 335 Cummins. 5X4 trans.

Kurt You know any leather workers…they can sew that rip in stairs back up easy in a few minutes. Stop by great falls, Montana and I can fix it for you. Enjoying the video have a safe day!

Now THAT was a hood ! Great 'ol Binder-I'm guessing mid 50's vintage-and yes-a rusty old soul would be the only one able to pilot that there big truck. Bet it is at least 2 if not a 3 stick-and did we mention how big the steering wheel is ?

The reason the morning commute is crazier then evening because American people are always running late for work. A Japanese fellow told me that long ago. I tend to believe that as well. Enjoy your videos and the company you get from the dog. Im long retired from the road, 1993 and had a small dog with me a couple times. The company of a dog is the best therapy. Mans best friend. That international that you seen was nice but not quite as old as you speculated. I have some black and white photos of a couple dad drove right after WWII. Be safe out there and hope your dog treats you well.

You know what they say about combines to fast for the corn fields to slow for the interstate

I have a 1973 long nose Kenworth (dump truck/pup/belly dump/and on the weekends I hauled a walking floor trailer hauling peat moss from Canada to Oregon). I have since converted her to haul my LQ Horsetrailer. There is something special about these old girls loping down the road taking care of us. She still purrs;). Be safe and Love your truck! Classic at her best!

Definitely an early to mid 50's RD 405 I always loved creeping backroads, I found it relaxing. Stayed off the big roads as much as possible.

The question of the day is "How does Opie feel about a moon lander being named after him? I think he might get a swelled head and will have to start signing autographs

I remember when i took my last load to Janesville,WI to the GM plant and seeing the assembly workers crying cause there plant was closing.I grew close to these people when i delivered there engines and transfer cases...just appreciate on what u have today cause theres no guarantee on where ur life will go..

I live in Reno NV, I met the driver at the love's in tonapah Nevada it's a 1962 international with a custom double sleeper with a 5x4 transmission, 5 main and 4 auxiliary making it w 20speed transmission didn't ask about the engine

The year is 1955 Kurt!

1961 IH West Coaster I had one with a Detroit 12V71. I Used it a gin truck in the oil fields Great truck, wore the old sucker plumb out LONG time ago.

i saw that same truck in new mexico. older guy that looks like santa drives it. i saw him change his fuel filters and when he was done ,just threw everything on the ground.

Opie looks like he is having some trouble walking. Long time no see Opie Hopefully you get better.

@janeford218

3 ай бұрын

Agree. Thought the same thing watching him walk. Maybe Opie needs a ramp to get in and out of the truck now.

@truthbetold9923

3 ай бұрын

German shepherds are prone to hip dysplasia as they get older is more evident so a little help in or out of the cab would greatly lessen injury to the hips and Opie would know you are helping.

HELLO BRO. S, BLESSED TRUCKIN TO U & "O", THAT "LONG HOOD", WAS A GREAT, GREAT GREAT ❗🏁ONE😮. UR RIG IS SHARP❗TOP NOTCH 💪💥❗ WELL WE GONNA BACK DOWN. 10-4 WE OUT. 👀😎💯

Truck stop are cool place to eat

Just wondering if you considered getting meloxicam for Opie. It's an arthritis medicine and just might take care of his painful joints.

You may have seen this truck on the road. I was in El Paso in the back row, Pete's and KW's. There was a 50's KW needle nose with 160" sleeper. Color, all white. He had a blue tarp under the front of the truck and a wheelbarrow beside it. Went down to see what's up and could I lend a hand. He was doing a bottom end rebuild in the parking lot, a 400 Cummins. Moved the parts in the wheelbarrow and the tarp for excess oil dripping catcher. Times have changed, there are very few left. I had a 98 W900 72" sleeper,500hp Detroit and 18 spd. pulled lowbed. Best truck I ever owned, and yes I had a 379 6nz.

Have always heard if fog rises rain in three days. If it falls nothing will come. Also didn’t know they would sell one fried pie, I usually end up with a dozen! But the coconut, chocolate, and pecan all good choices.

I drove a 1953 International with a 250 Cummins once. That thing did not know speed but it would pull a mountain down.

It's a 55, I talked to the guy in Port Arthur Texas one day, heck of a nice guy, years ago he had a pete that was red with the double sleeper thing

it has a cat motor,looked pretty new.

We camped E. of the feed lots outside of Dodge City once on a MC trip to Durango. Once you get used to the smell, it’s still bad!

@farmerbill6855

3 ай бұрын

Smells like money.

You can get help for Opie and his arthritis thru your vet. I think it was called Rimadyl and about a buck a pill thru my vet. Helped my 130lb. Dobie/Rottweiler alot.

that truck looks like what they called a west coaster around 1956 was the last of those cabs

'55 CORNBINDER!! Yeah Baby!

40k views in less than 24hrs. I didn’t realize how big you’ve grown even though I watch every upload. Congrats!

That cobra 29 sure looks good on the dash of that w9!!

FYI-in the Truck Paper from Dec. 22 2023 there was an ad for a 1954 International 405-Cummins power-4speed main with a 4 speed aux-4.63 rears. He did adapt air leaf to it. It's down there in Iowa. Gorgeous ol girl.

Man I love to see this man's love for dogs ! Somebody who feels strong about dogs and animals. Is somebody who I can stand with! Thank you man!!!

What you do is one of my biggest dreams, nothing but me, a big rig, and the open road. I'd love to start my journey in trucking one day. I find the idea of long hours behind the wheel of a 18-wheeler very nice. I'd want to take someone, and possibly find me a doggie companion to keep me company around there so I don't truly get lonely. However I simply like the idea of driving trucks all day and night.

The German wasn't to happy about you sorting his bed cover 😊

I like the way you shift the gears that’s the way I shifted as well. It’s called true shift.. keep up with your videos

I’ve been meaning to comment for a while… Kurt you are BY far the BEST manual shifting driver on your tube … no one better sir Safe travels Roland in NY

I think unless you're from that part of the country you really can't see the sheer beauty of the plains. Oh, it's really not as flat as people think. Great presentation.

im 62 now and had a german shepard when i was 15 like opie now i have a 9 year old b1 male goldendoodle standard.hes a big old baby but strong and fast for his age hes 70 percent poodle and rest golden retriever.he is so gentle and nice till you let him out on cable unwatched he turns into the loudest dog i have ever heard he barks so loud his voice box is starting to sound like a wolf.if i rap on walls he stops for a few minutes then starts it again lol

There's an U-tube vid & interview of the custom OL SCHOOL trk that U saw @ the Love's trkstop a few yrs ago

A other awesome video again.

I miss having a real truck, where im at we can't even request a manual been there a long time and they get me home but my first truck was a w900 back when werner had em w900 will always be my favorite truck

HEY KURT YOU DO THE BEST VIDEOS !! BEAUTIFUL RIDE TO DAY !! BEAUTIFUL SUN SET WOW !! BE BLESSED STAY SAFE 🐾🐾🐾❤️🐾🐾🐾

I’m late again, nice to see you guys together, opie looks like he is still hurting, give him a hug for all of us we feel like we know him to,so keep our adventure going, be safe

Slept like a baby. Does that mean you woke up wet or hungry every two hours? It's been such a crazy winter that the moles never quit working my yard. The ground never froze. I hope we don't pay for it later. 1958 would be the earliest for that truck style. Thanks for sharing the scenery. Safe travels. God bless.

I enjoy seeing that old metal on the highways and byways. Didn't happen often enough in years past, certainly not at all nowadays, retirement does that to me. For a while I drove an International 4300, might have been 1972 model, don't recall but it pulled pretty good with a 350 Cummins and a ten speed. Your W900 is a really decent semi, I do admire it and the way it's driven. Thanks for the really swell drive through mostly rural Kansas. Liked that a lot. Be well.

When I see a rig like that International still working, it always brings a smile to my face. I cut my teeth in a 66 Mack B-81 Thermodyne ten wheel dump with a quad box at 18yrs old. You knew you were driving a truck. Everything after that was a step up. 😂

@rogerwestgate4724

3 ай бұрын

@ Robert clark9 one of the first trucks I drove was a b81 concrete mixer definitely not like today’s trucks. I hadn’t seen that truck in 30 years or more but last year my son and I were chasing down parts for my fathers ltl 9000 and the guy had her inside getting ready for restoration still had the number 15 on it was like seeing an old friend

@robertclark9

3 ай бұрын

@@rogerwestgate4724 Great story. And most of those mixers had 12:00 rubber on them as well. Big lug logger tread to get in and out of those holes. They were beasts. It’ll be nice seeing that old girl restored.

@user-ce1ci3uv9g

3 ай бұрын

@@robertclark9you are right 12/24 rubber

Hi Kurt & Opie, I guess the morning commuters are always in a hurry as they probably hit the snooze button one too many times and are running late. 😎🇬🇧

I’ve never seen a hood that long before, thanks for sharing it

Gosh dang hear that turbo? Like music to the ears

I seen him a few days ago heading NB out of NM i was heading south that old truck gets around.

Really good video! I retired in 2015 from 38 years cross country…3 time owner operator until I finally woke up the third time to the fact I could make a really good living driving for a company and not have all the financial headaches. Been a long time since I was able to gander down a long hood, so, I thank you! Safe travels my friend and God bless! ~Jim in Houston,Texas~

I loaded behind him in pueblo, co last week. Its a really cool truck.

Dogs do love big trucks for what ever reason!!! Ad new to the channel!!! You have a really nice o'l truck very nice!!! Just say'n!!!! 😊❤

There is nothing else in the world quite like a good dog. They are amazing animals.

Enjoyed the night ride. Brings back a lot of memories for this old guy.

I enjoyed your viedo, taking the time trip through Kansas. I really like your tr.truck and dog.

your pup is so cool free ride no cdl required hes got it made except for age creping

Thanks for the ride along. Glad your CB is working.... Hope Opie is feeling better. Safe travels & 🙏✌️❤️ to you both & the family & other critters. Pam

Yes we love Opie mainly when he talks lol thanks for the ride Kurt and holding the camera for Opie

I'm good with 75 to 80. maybe warmer if the wind is cool. but i also dont mind 90 degrees. Some say im nuts working outside in the 90s but i love to be warm.

Love those long hood W900s 👍👍👍

Greetings Mr Kurt & Opie!!!! Safe Travels & SUPER SUCCESSFUL TRUCKIN!!!!!!😎🔊🔊🔊🔊🔊🔊🔊🔊👍🏾🙌🏾🇺🇸🎥📹📽💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰💰

thats a 1955 west coast international

You almost looked you had a harder time getting up Opi. Keep trucking.

That fried apple pie looked delicious. How many did you buy? That was a cool looking old International. Thanks for identifying the towns and cities that you travel thru. I have been thru many of them. Safe travels. 😊

Kurt, you need to stand close to the steps about where he jumps off so he has to use the steps all the way down, the jumping off & the landing is what's hurting Opie!

2 LARGECAR K-DUBBS @ the Picnic Park was EPIC

That international is for sure the definition of old school trucking👍👍👍 you and Opie roll easy sir. 🇺🇲

I saw that truck at a Loves in Lamar, CO. I was amazed and had no idea what i was looking at. Wish i woulda got some pictures.

Opie needs a pillow by the way. 😊

That is a beautiful vintage truck and still earns it’s keep. Thanks for sharing this 🇺🇸👍 looks like a late 40’s early 50’s RDF-405 west coaster

Hi Mr. Schmidt, As always just watching your videos and seeing how you enjoy everything you do on the road while you´re driving and videoing, greetings from Dolores Hidalgo Guanajuato México.

Thanks for sharing life on the road, your editing is amazing.

70 degrees year round no humidity ever would be a dream temp

I love the sound of the turbo whistling around the11min mark

Hello from Quebec Canada

Give Opie a pet from me.He’s a good boi.Stay safe.Enjoyed the video as always.The binder looks to be about a 1955-59

i really enjoyed the part of the vid where u and opie were enjoying the sunsun on America's great plains. you have a great buddy in opie and he loves you very much. drive safe.😊