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@xSPLOOMPHx

11 ай бұрын

You missed a couple of frames when blurring your truck number at the start of the video.

@forzafan92

11 ай бұрын

hey, ive been wondering, why do you change companies so often?

@najibulmolla5000

11 ай бұрын

❤❤❤

@TruckingForHermes

11 ай бұрын

Do you know the make/model of the fridge? Looking for one for my truck.

@richardofori7396

11 ай бұрын

$❤😊😢😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

Got to love how Alex is so excited about such little things like a matching trailer. When I drove for a company I was happy to have functioning brakes and a defroster that worked.

@phillipbaritone3843

11 ай бұрын

Lol. So true, not looking forward to paying my dues but nonetheless looking forward to getting started! We all must start somewhere, just not swift lol

@ElusiveConcept205

10 ай бұрын

@@phillipbaritone3843 OR CR ENGLAND. Lol they are just as bad as swift!

@daMillenialTrucker

9 ай бұрын

lol forreal

@daMillenialTrucker

9 ай бұрын

@@ElusiveConcept205 ive been driving for 8 years, started with a company called celadon and they went under, swift is not a bad company. ive never worked for them i always strongly suggesat swift or prime inc for people who are trying to get into trucking, swift has a lot of clients that'll keep you bouncing around all OVER the country and as a trucker thats what you want, nice 1000+ mile trips, i worked for a company called crete and these clowns could barely give me 500 mile trips. swift is a meme but not a bad company to get your toes wet with.

@wmullet88

5 ай бұрын

Am I the only one who’s a little worried he identified his parking brake as his main brake system!

😂😂😂 the way Alex was giving a tour of his truck almost seemed like it was just some random guy who jumped in a semi and started talking about what he is seeing 😂😂😂😂😂

@rrosen85

6 ай бұрын

Ok I thought it was me, I was looking for this comment, like is this even his, he don't have know work a helmet, don't know what a cb radio is, put back the ladder, the temperature gages I was so lost

@dracula4573

5 ай бұрын

Same😂

@HappyTimes024

3 ай бұрын

@@rrosen85this is my brakes lmao sometimes in a car you have that lever 💀🫠 this guy surely knows nothing lmao and just steering wheel holder

@youlikeitiloveit3747

2 ай бұрын

I was thinking the same thing, like is this satire? He really didn’t seem to know what he was talking about.

@nickkimball3204

2 ай бұрын

Everyone watch out for the big blue semi in the rearview mirror because this guy might not actually know what the brake is!

To make your fridge last longer, put the Styrofoam from the packaging under it. It helps absorb all the abuse from the roads. These fridges aren't designed for trucks. They're made for dorms mostly.

@austingee238

8 ай бұрын

I’ve never had issues with fridges from driving the trucks. It’s always been from people switching them from truck to truck and dropping them and shit.

@jaxithfox

7 ай бұрын

The one in my Pete lasted for 484,000 miles before I swapped trucks with zero issues. The ones they put in the trucks from factory are far more durable than you think.

Hey fella. I absolutely love your enthusiasm in this business. I’ve seen comments on social media slamming you for being so proud of your truck. Don’t listen to the hate. Being proud means you will take care of it and that’s a great thing. I’ve been in the business for 15 years now and I remember how excited I was when I got my first truck so seeing your videos let’s me relive that a little. Thank you and keep on Rollin brother. Maybe we will run in to each other one day.

"This is my brake button. It has something to do with the air brakes or something." Id love to know what state your CDL was issued in. Ill be sure to stay far far away. That statement was mind blowing.

@defaultwoodsman

5 ай бұрын

I came here to say the same thing. As a fleet manager I would not be putting this guy anywhere near my trucks

@jeffreycrowther1374

5 ай бұрын

His mind is gone regardless

@lada3264

5 ай бұрын

I clicked on this to see your truck and maybe get some specs, I think I got the wrong channel. Just curious how it is that you have a CDL and your unsure of your air brake system, I know when I got my license the written exam was General knowledge, then in addition to drive a tractor trailer you need to pass the Air brake and Combination vehicles test as well. The next time your pulling a heavy load going downhill you damn well better know how to use your brakes.

@Mr_JollyRoger

4 ай бұрын

It's a sharp looking truck, but how did this guy get his CDL-A without knowing how the brakes work? The scary thing is, there have to be more like him all over the road.

@evolblackcloud

2 ай бұрын

I was like 200k truck and don’t know why the brakes are different from cars 😭😭 uhhhhhhh

Alex - you are probably in the top 1% of trucking diets. Good job!

@knoxvillepredatorcatcher3459

11 ай бұрын

This man cooks better in a semi than I do at home 😂

@stevepackard8542

11 ай бұрын

@@knoxvillepredatorcatcher3459 That's how he makes his KZread money!

@avvid007

11 ай бұрын

I make my food at home for the week ! Im too tired to cook and dont want the cooking smell in my truck haha ! Its always chicken and rice with some veggies!

Great video! Just a heads up. Carbon monoxide is heavier than air while smoke is lighter than air. I don't recommend combo units because one will always be at a disadvantage. I would recommend a smoke detector to keep up high and a separate carbon monoxide detector to keep down low. It's most important to keep your carbon monoxide detector below the level of your head when sleeping.

@kTribb

11 ай бұрын

thanks for this

@bakarikonte

11 ай бұрын

This is false, carbon monoxyde is slightly lighter than air, very easy to find this with a simple google search

@keithrowell8895

11 ай бұрын

35 years over the road .never had one

@bakarikonte

5 ай бұрын

@@castandcultivate23 I agree

The way he talks about the stuff, when talking about his brake’s he’s so nonchalant not calling it as it is lol sounds like he doesn’t know what the hell he’s talking about. Love this video!!

@ohSyder

9 ай бұрын

yea he said he had a “trucker radio” like uhm it’s a CB what are you on about.

@anthonyplanzo1082

6 ай бұрын

He said he "thinks" the air brake knob "controls the air brakes or something" 🤯🤯

Dude literally sounds like he started trucking yesterday lol

I’ve always wondered what the interior of semi trucks look like. Thank you for giving us your tour. So interesting, very cool. Thank you.

@SteveSmith-lo2wd

11 ай бұрын

Alex is a pretty good guy. The simple things in life thrill him!! I am older and enjoy watching someone young who is not cursing, also keeping his nose out of people's business.

@lltendos9046

11 ай бұрын

npc

@austingee238

8 ай бұрын

@@SteveSmith-lo2wdas a younger man, it’s refreshing to see someone closer to my age not making a fool of himself on camera like so many do. I can’t stand all that “f this and f that, mf gd, on and on” kids need punched in the mouth for that more often.

You need to change the title of the video to "Tour of my company truck".

@scottied67

11 ай бұрын

Would not get any views

Dude you crack me up,every time I watch even if I’m having a bad day you make me feel better. Thank you.

I love the presentation. this guy is extremely simple and down to earth. good luck Alex , the trucker.

Too cute, your setup! I hope you are blessed with safety and good fortune wherever you may go and whatever you may do.

I love your truck bro. I've been a chef for 24 years and I'm considering long haul trucking. You kinda sealed the deal for me . Thank you and est wishes my friend 👊🏻

I owned a CH613 double bunk all maxed out back in 1999. I always had my seat all the way down to the floor. Rode like a Cadillac.

Nice video and tour of your truck Alex, it was really interesting to see all that exists in such a small space. You've made it a comfortable home on wheels , are you going to put up the lights you had before ? the different colors gave a soothing ambiance. Stay safe out there 🙏🥰🌟✌️

@lltendos9046

11 ай бұрын

npc

Oh yes, the freightliner cascadias has dual screen dashboards that are sick AF. IMO they're on of the best trucks out there. Although I'm personally a kenworth kind of guy... don't judge me.

$200k?? So it came with at least $50k in cash tucked away somewhere inside it? It’s a fleet spec Cascadia. Nice but there’s not a single thing “custom” about it.

@scottied67

11 ай бұрын

Custom clickbait video title

You know less about Tractor trailers than I do and you own your rig!! This is scary! Your on the road!!

One can hear in your voice how proud you are of your truck :) Looks amazing, I've never seen a truck like this.

bro, it's nice to see someone else doing this, I'm a driver from Serbia, have you heard of Serbia, we're probably very popular because of Nikola Jokić and Novak Djokovic, it's a little different with us, the main difference is that we can drive at 10:00 a.m. twice a week the rest 9 and our weekend breaks are 45 h and the main difference is that you have your own trucks and we drive for companies and we are paid much less. Europe, even some countries that do not belong to the European Union. Big greetings for brother Trucker

That's scary that a professional truck driver doesn't have a clear understanding of the braking system. How can you do a proper pretrip without knowledge of how your truck operates?

@dannyboy4929

17 күн бұрын

Doesn't even know how to use his hard hat... lol.

Hey Alex, loving your videos. My dad use to work in a sleeper and I remember riding with him all the time as a kid so this brings back some memories. I know you probably get questions like this all the time but I remember in a few videos you bringing up how trucking can be a lonely job at times. So, I'm curious what are some things that you do to help overcome that loneliness?

Raw meat goes on the bottom drawers to prevent cross contamination.

5:09 I’m laughing so hard right now because until you showed me this I never thought about that or the fridge popping open you really do learn something everyday 😂Thankyou

Great videos! It’d be a great convenience if trucks had an easy option for removing the passenger seat, when solo driving. That’d give you that much more space.

@bengiarraputo9357

10 ай бұрын

Yes like the mail truck, has a counter top,

200k for a Cascadia? I don’t know what’s worse, someone asking that much for it or someone paying that much for it.

Need to fix the liner in your hard hat, that's why it's hurting

Thanks for the tour Alex, stay safe and keep well! Catch you on the flip side (something my driver uncle always said 😂)

"Here's my freezer" *Puts camera in freezer, and then removes it* "Now lets move on"

7:47 The two white plastic pieces on the front of your head should be flipped to the inside. The size adjustable piece behind your head should be fully or partially showing.

Custom !?!? WTF is CUSTOM about a FLEET package tractor !?!? 🤯

@theopportunityininvesting3447

Ай бұрын

Paint job

Alex, on my Kansas property I have a nice pond and a canoe It's so relaxing . I did have to shoot a water moccasin last week , but oh well no venomous snakes in my canoe with me allowed!

Love your videos Alex and keep up the good work

Love these 2023’s I am on a waiting list for one of these, they are hard to get. My sales guy thinks that it will be January before I can get my hands on one.

I’m in a 23 freightliner cascadia as well and you gave me some better storage ideas.

Great vid Alex!!! In the future, when vlogging, can you include all merging? I love it!!!

Good video on living. The table eating thing food going down , it all goes ok. Everytime.

I never knew CDL trucking can be like this. It's like a whole dorm room in the back of the truck. Wow!

@waterboycallofduty

6 ай бұрын

It’s not called “CDL Trucking” it’s just called “Trucking” 🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️

@professional.commentator

6 ай бұрын

@@waterboycallofduty My bad. I guess I was trying to differentiate it from small truck drivers.

Should place large plastic containers with your stuff on the upper bunk. Fit it right it will look neat.

@imoverhere8327

11 ай бұрын

I do that too. So much more storage space

@wanghaf_Gl0yper

11 ай бұрын

True. But I like the open area above me while I’m chilling in bed, feels cramped with the bed down all the time. Those single bed trucks with the shelf where the top bunk would be are pretty dope

Great looking rig, Alex. Be safe.

I know nothing of semi trucks. But it’s cool to see someone talking about something they are excited about and think it’s cool. So what if there are “better trucks” he’s happy with his truck so there’s no better truck than this to this guy. Let people be happy.

bro why he put us in the freezer like that 😂😂

Respect man, the guys are sleeping so no horn.

Nice custom truck it looks like all the Freightliners in the world 😱

Show us on your middle console where you check to see how much air pressure you have in the primary and secondary tanks

I was thinking about applying with GP but once I read the reviews, I quickly changed my mind, wasn't suprised though, the trucking industry has gone to hell in a hand basket, cant trust any of them unfortunately.

13:40 Omg I use that EXACT spray to clean interior of my car!

Like a boat, everything has a place, and a place for everything😉

Where did you get that hanging closet thing with the drawers???? Please I need to know. I can never find those drawers. Thanks. Also, I just started this past Wednesday with GP. Currently running my second load. 👍👍👍

Congrats your truck is very nice please have a wonderful career

Thanks for the fun tour Alex, in a new tractor...

Alex, I've had several calls wanting my guys to try out those electric smi trucks. I was polite the first 2 or 3 times, but they kept up to the point I had Brian take care of them.

They have to fix this with trucking both trucks and truck stops need rev style electrical hookups so you don’t have idle all night. It would save sooooo much emissions on a large scale.(I’m aware sometime truckers don’t stay at truck stops) but wouldn’t that just save so much hassle. No to mention the reduced wear on the engines.

Looks cozy. But a lot of hard work. Be safe.

About what you said about truck stop food, I agree its not the best for you with a teucking job I do it myself either way but I try to make up for my crappy eating habits by working out every morning when I wake up and every night right after I park up for the night

Why not just sit on the trash can and eat at the pull out table? Pretty much exactly where you put it now but turn to the left 90°, you'd be facing the pull out table with a bit more privacy (heck, you might be able to close the curtain and eat 🤷‍♂)

That looks so cozy.

This young boy is genuinely charismatic & charming, I hope he goes into a different field. I hate to see such a beautiful innocent boy becoming a mark at a truck stop, or in the trucking industry. I drove a 102”X53’ Wilson full cattle pot & a Pete w/425 Cat 13 spd 60” sleeper since 1982 I’ve always drove Peterbuilts w/Cat engines, everyone stayed away from livestock trucks even at weigh stations. Godspeed & God Bless young man, please be extremely careful, always lock your cab, wear jeans long sleeve shirts & steel toe work boots in case you get into something & always keep a good folding knife in your pocket & a pistol in your boot. I was given a 870 Remington shotgun in 1983 by my dad, and I always kept it under the sleeper.😂

Cool video, where did you get the seat cushions you have on your truck, they look different from the one you have on the link

You're very organized and very knowledgeable about trucks and how to survive driving 18 wheelers. But, it's highly recommended that defrosting meats, and other frozen products in the fridge. Bacteria can become a problem by defrosting outside of the fridge. A microwave can sometimes help. Just a healthy suggestion!

@dannyboy4929

17 күн бұрын

He's not very knowledgeable about trucks.... he doesn't know anything about his air brakes, he literally said something to do with brakes or something... like come on, doesn't know what's on his screen for oil Temps and pressure.... if he don't know that then he doesn't even know how to do a pretrip and thats fuckin scary mannn

Love the tour!!

What brand refrigerator straps do you use, and where did you get them ?

Has anyone became a truck driver already since watching this guy ? If so let me know I plan on getting my CDL too

Keep up the good work Alex

Alex, what job did you have just prior to becoming a trucker? Have you always been an over the road trucker, or have you done local deliveries? Do you want to bring a pet (dog, for example) with you on the truck?

@wanghaf_Gl0yper

11 ай бұрын

I bring my dog and I love having her. It’s tough sometimes but it’s pretty cool

@lltendos9046

11 ай бұрын

bro u a npc

I’m surprised that you haven’t invested in an E bike that you could somehow mount to the back of your cabinet between the truck and the trailer so that when you get a different cities you could maybe get around on a day and a half or 30+ hours that you have. I have to be not driving the truck so occasionally you can get your new or interesting places?

WOW this guy has the potential of driving 80,000lbs down the road and is clueless about air brakes? Aren't air brakes part of the driving test? WTF

@lada3264

5 ай бұрын

Yes, 3 parts, Generally Knowledge, Air Brakes and Combination Vehicle

Where did you get the electric stove at?? I like that. All I can seem to find is the propane fueled ones.

Your hardhat insert is backwards. Turn it 180° and adjust to fit your head properly.

My favorite was the Century back when I drove

Any plans to redecorate the sleeper with LED lights like the other one you had?

ALex ur a dam legend its nice to se how a legend lives by his day 😍

Be safe out there man you have a positive attitude that will take you a long ways with that being said don't put up with no bulshit

lmao ya you need to take the webbing back out of your hardhat and redo it its all messed up haha how do you like gp transco? I was considering applying there but have heard a lot of not so great things about em so I didn't. Curious if your experience has been good there

Im really familiar with that digital pads. I used to work on Mercedes Actros and they changed analog gages to digital (in my opinion worse) And then when you talk about the breaks, got little confused. The yellow button is parking brake, not to turn on the brakes... instead of a handbrake.... right? It's also good to get to know every function of the buttons you have, why are they there and what do they do, and in what circumstances do I press them.

I love your videos Alex ...I'm writing this from my home country Greece.. I recently got my CDL Class B license in Massachusetts and now I'm Back in Greece... but when I get back home I'm going to go for my class A... I just want you to know I watch every single video of yours and I think you're absolutely amazing ...the only gripe I do have is when you can't make a turn and you edit it out and you don't show us what you do to counter that problem

@anthonyplanzo1082

6 ай бұрын

The first issue is the fact that he clearly doesn't know how his air brakes work lol. Nevermind editing out turning mistakes.

Freightliner Cascadia is literally the shit truck they give to rookies. 😂😂😂

@drowssapma

11 ай бұрын

...or that's what the company buys. They are everywhere.

@manco828

11 ай бұрын

@@drowssapma Vets gets Kenworth, Peterbilt, Volvo. Alex will have to join another company in a couple of years to get into the White Volvo Mafia.

@manco828

11 ай бұрын

It's called the Freightshaker for a reason people.!

@truckercowboyed2638

11 ай бұрын

They're reliable and proven who cares what the make is you older truckers are ignorant

I’ve always wondered what the interior of semi trucks look like.)))

You remind me of my sister so much with all her lil creative ways to fix pet peeves hahahaha its wholesome.

I have that same table in my truck & I tuck it behind the passenger seat too 😂

Gorgeous 😍 Great job alex

Where did you get your mattress at Alex I’m wanting to replace mine in my team truck

Where did U get your seat insert for your drivers seat AND those child locks on the fridge...Thx...GB

Thank you for the video. I got called for a job at GPT. Maybe we’ll cross paths some day. 🎉😊

13:35 good catch

One to remember... always be at the top of your game whenever in a big city. Preplan and expect the unexpected

Is it possible to install solar panels on trailer rooftop? And battery docks between truck and trailer?

Perhaps when he says custom, he is referring to the trolley brake, matching paint scheme, and digital dash, etc. None of those are standard on a Freightliner Cascadia. Matching paint on bumpers, extended fairing, aerodynamic package, battery powered HVAC, air ride suspension, and interior upgrades add to the cost. He never showed what’s under the hood, he could have a DD16 or have opted for more torque and horsepower. The list of what is considered custom can go on and on. From the looks, it could appear like a standard company spec truck but be in fact a custom truck. When I ordered my 2021 Freightliner Cascadia, I had it customized for what I specialize in. From the outside, it appears like a standard company spec truck, sort of. But their are some differences on the outside that would give it away that I don’t have a company specked truck. I chose to skip the digital dash until my next new customized Freightliner. What I wish that I didn’t skip out on was the air suspension, driver lane keeper, and perhaps the battery powered HVAC system, although I have a battery powered AC mini split system which cost way less and works a lot better than Freightliner’s battery powered HVAC system. And lastly, what I really want customized is to add a wet bath. It can be done and has been done. There’s a shop down here in Texas that installs them. You lose the left shelf space, but hey, drop the top bunk, install some Walmart ben’s and I’d be a happy camper.

yea yea yea your carrier buys the nice trucks great for you... the rest of us get non led lights and a regular dash and no door locks haha..(oh yea i have to supply my own invertor fridge ect..)

@tubevideoguy762

11 ай бұрын

Yeah buddy we out here strugglin but ever since theyve made those fridge/freezer combos that use the 12v barrel plus the struggles gotten just a tad easier 😂

Just enrolled in school to get my CDL in January.. it’s amazing how much this guy DOESN’T know and he’s behind the wheel of a truck. Guys definitely got an auto restriction that’s for sure.

Love when you cook, it’s my favorite part.

@AaronDaniel-gp7qz

11 ай бұрын

Hello

@419roofing

11 ай бұрын

Lol when did he cook in this video?

@AaronDaniel-gp7qz

11 ай бұрын

You tell me

@wetsitfamily3

11 ай бұрын

@colenye5697 exactly my point!

semi truck... WITH 2 BEDS!!!!! - so cool!

OMG Alex!! You have the helmet headband on incorrectly. No wonder it hurts!!!

The censor misses from 0:01-0:06

That radio is a citizen band radio, which is pre cell phone. You should have 360 Camaras on your truck.

Idk if anyone has said anything yet but I'm pretty sure you put the cage in the hard hat in backwards lol

13:34 I do the same thing daily lololol