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Joe H. wrote at 2007-01-18 21:15:46
Bob,



Skip the duallies and go right off into a midrange truck!   I recently bought a single axle cabover used with a 4 car trailer and have no problems blowin by those guys in the underpowered duallies.  My saying: "Better to be overpowered than underpowered"



Joe H.

Grand Rapids Michigan


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Bob Stephens

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If you need advice on truck and trailer purchasing, DOT regulations, start up costs, I can help. I also can help new drivers pick a company thats best fits them, what to look for in a company and what to expect if your new to truck driving. If your starting a business, what commodities to haul, working with Brokers and more.

Experience

16 years in the Trucking Industry. 8 years as an over-the-road driver traveling cross country. 4 years as a local driver in Chicago and Tampa, Fl. 4 years as co-owner of a small trucking company.

Organizations
American Trucking Association

Education/Credentials
AA, 1991, Liberal Studies, Purdue University

Awards and Honors
Numerous Safe Drving Awards with the American Trucking Association.

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