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Hi JJ!! That is awesome that you got to surprise your brother and his family!! I am glad it was fun and it is wonderful when you get to spend time with the family !! Be safe brother!!😎👍🏼
I haven’t been to Vegas since 1987. Our places to hit were Circus Circus for free shows. Riviera for an awesome buffet then Old Vegas for gambling. Good times for sure. I’m so glad you got family time. The look on your brothers face was priceless. It was great that you got to enjoy Christmas with them.
Nice video, Vegas is my backyard. ! Lol....each truck brand has it's pros and cons. If only a manufacturer could produce the perfect truck....but then that would kill the competition. It's a no win deal 😏
What a great video JJ. Thank you for sharing that insight into your life! Wonderful. I Loved the Superman Tee shirt on your brother! That reciever should just close on the day after Christmas. I mean...why bother? One employee shows up for work..management needs to get a clue. Cool Vegas drive thru - I have never been to Vegas. See you Friday!
Another great video. It was so nice you get to spend time with your family. I really like the look on your brothers face when you walked in LOL. You caught him by surprise and he didn’t know what to say. That is so wrong that the shipper does not allow you to stay there if you run out of hours. Especially when everyone except for one person calls out sick the day after Christmas. I think they really need to rethink that. I noticed in one of your comments that you went to Corrine Utah. Was that the Walmart distribution center? I don’t know if they do the water show still at the Bellagio, but that is pretty nice at night with the lights. I don’t know how to set a reminder on this for a live event, but I definitely can’t wait to see what it is. Be safe out there
Yep, it was the Walmart DC. Ended up dropping that trailer off at the Salt Lake Prime Terminal and grabbed another load. When yiu see my post for the live event, clock or tap on it. It'll tell you when it is and allow you to set a reminder so you get a notification
I will definitely do that. Also very glad that you didn’t get stuck with that trailer. You were able to grab another trailer from Salt Lake City. Be safe out there
hi jj we miss your videos for few days love your videos be safe on the road truck 🚚 driving but stay safe of the road have fun be safe on the road enjoy your hometown vegas amazing videos
Hi JJ it was great to see you made it to see family , its always special at this time of the year . have prime started to have more volvos in the fleet now , was it an option to have a volvo when you decicded to have the pete , stay safe , keep the great vlogs coming and wishing you a happy and peacfull new year from Great Britan
Thanks Dardie, it was really nice to see them. They are still testing the Volvo's but I'm not sure how it's going. It will be quite a while before testing is complete. I don't think I really had a choice of getting a Volvo because there were so few, however I did not look into it. I was really wanting to get a Peterbilt. Merry Christmas to you too.
@@JJtheTrucker I'm not an expert, but if you're burning through a lot of DEF, you could either have a CAT issue or engine is regenerating for too long thus burning through your DEF. Could even be sensors. I'd definitely consider having someone look at it to see if it's normal.
It is, but there are hotels off the strip that'll let you park if you're staying there. During home time, my trailer will get dropped at a Prime customer or taken by someone coming off home time, so I can Bobtail around. Then I can park nearly anywhere.
If your mom was younger you too could pass as twins. I would carry a large container of DEF you never know when your situation can occur. Getting a larger DEF tank isn’t an option on the 579? You’d think it would be, or maybe with enough feedback by drivers they’d make the tank bigger.
I don't know if it is an option or not, hadn't thought about it tbh. I can look into it, but is the cost going to be worth it? I'll keep ya posted. And let's face it, I coulda stopped at any one of a hundred places along the 1400 mile route and topped it off... I was just trying to be efficient (and maybe a smidge lazy 😁) lol. And as for my mom, I'm so glad I look like her. Imagine how awkward it would be if I looked like the housekeeper 🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂
Ah, but you can still do an 8/2. As long as the sleeper time is between 7 and 8 hours, and that added with the corresponding off duty time adds up to 10 hours, it's all good. 7/3, 7.5/1.5, 8/2 and anything in between.
You look just like your mom. And here a update for you. Made it to Missouri last night hanging out at the GF place intill this weakend so I can check in to the hotel for prime.
Excellent! Not sure how your financials are, but if you got the dough, check out Fire & Ice (Prime employees and drivers get a discount. You may get it if you tell them you're in training). Jose Locos. Black Sheep. 3 amazing places to eat. The GF may enjoy Studio 417 Salon (book with Katrina or Taylor), and Rainbow Nails across the street for a mani pedi.
Hey JJ.HOW YA BEEN? THE VULVA AND THE NEW TRAILER ARE DOING GREAT. BUY AN ALTERNATIVE OR LARGER TANK. HOPE YOU HAD A GREAT X MAS. HOW IS YOUR TIRE WEAR LOOKING SO FAR?
Been doing OK. Glad you're doing well. I haven't noticed any tire wear issues so far, but it's only been 30k miles. Those things are good for about 200,000 to 300,000 miles. Got a ways to go.
JJ, you are on the road all the time. Do you rent a place in Vegas? I only ask because I’m going to be moving from Hawaii to Vegas and then applying to Prime. Just trying to figure the best option.
Yep I rent a room from a friend. Vegas is good because there's no state income tax in NV. You'll love the inexpensive cost of living in Vegas (compared to Hawaii lol).
Not sure about the bigger tank. Fir the def, I'd have to strap it to the catwalk, which would get in my way, and they're inside cardboard boxes for some reason. And not sure why, but they're really expensive when you buy them that way. Doesn't seem worth it to me.
@@JJtheTrucker i was thinking of those red plastic petrol containers , get a couple of those and fill them at the pump next time you fill it up with def.then just hold them incase.
Technically not allowed to do that. The red ones are for gasoline only. Yellow for diesel. Blue for water. Def would need to be in a clear container with noticeable markings to indicate what it is. It'd never really get to that though. I had plenty of opportunities to fill it up during those 1200 miles. Just didn't wanna 😁😁😁
I really like making them and watching them, but we're a rare breed apparently. My driving videos have some of the lowest viewer numbers out of all of my videos. 😢
Dude! Was really hopin for a Golden Knights shout-out! Only a smidge disappointed. Enjoy your trip, and hope to catch you live Friday...Travel safely!!
I’m just venting here as an update to a previous comment on an earlier vid of urs. Not sure if u remember but I’ve been in the 2021 cascadia 126 day cab for around a month and holy sh#*% i have a new appreciation for Volvo’s & I never thought I’d say that. The cascadia is absolute garbage with nothing but issues. Haven’t even hit 5,000 miles yet.. smh. I was in my volvo for 4 yrs, 120k miles (city/short haul) & never had a major issue. Only very minor/usual stuff. Also the cascadia IS a much softer ride than the Volvo but the cascadia feels almost like top heavy and very wobbly so I’m assuming that’s what u meant by gettin thrown around. It just feels very loose is the best way I can describe it. I also hate this eaton ultrashift auto. The Allison in my volvo was waaaaay better. Oh & my wheel is not centered correctly either lmao
That's the first time I've heard anyone say a FL was smoother than a Volvo lol, but maybe the day cab is different than the condo? But head, definitely feels top heavy. That's due to the air ride cab. The cab isn't solidly attached to the chassis, it's got air bags in between them, so it wobbles. I've heard that about the Eaton transmission. The Detroit DT15 is much better, even better than the Peterbilt by far. Thanks for the feedback 😊👍
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Vegas! Can't wait to visit the m&m factory eventually.
Glad you saw the family JJ!
Thanks. Yeah, that place is really cool. Lots of colors to choose from!
Glad I saw them too, and hoping I can make it out your way soon. 😊
Hi JJ!! That is awesome that you got to surprise your brother and his family!! I am glad it was fun and it is wonderful when you get to spend time with the family !! Be safe brother!!😎👍🏼
Thanks Richard.
I haven’t been to Vegas since 1987. Our places to hit were Circus Circus for free shows. Riviera for an awesome buffet then Old Vegas for gambling. Good times for sure.
I’m so glad you got family time. The look on your brothers face was priceless. It was great that you got to enjoy Christmas with them.
Amazingly, you can do all the same things. 😁 But sooooo much has changed. Gotta get out there again. Bring your comfy walking shoes!
Very cool surprise!!! Good that you family doesn’t mind the publicity 🙂 Nice to meet them 👋
Lol right???
😊👍
Leaving for Vegas in a week can’t wait to go back
Nice! You're gonna love it! It'll get chilly at night, so be prepared.
@@JJtheTrucker Thanks but I live in Michigan we’ve already had snow I see the forecast is warmer than us
Great Family Stay Blessed All🙏
You make an excellent spokesperson for Las Vegas
Lol thanks. I moved there from Socal, made the mistake of moving away for 10 years for a job, and was so happy when I moved back.
J.J.
Great Family time
Can’t wait until the big announcement on Friday. Are you getting a dog? Interesting tour of Vegas. Drive safe.
Thanks Mark... I just might be! Or maybe a unicorn! 🦄🤣😂🤣😂🤣
Nice video, Vegas is my backyard. ! Lol....each truck brand has it's pros and cons. If only a manufacturer could produce the perfect truck....but then that would kill the competition. It's a no win deal 😏
Yeah, you're right lol.
We have hot and cold..our two seasons here. The strip has changed alot. Seems like there something new everyday. Just got to keep your eyes 👀 open.💯
No doubt! Lol
That was beautiful JJ!
Awesome JJ, great to be with family during the holidays. I'm glad it all worked out for you
Thanks Jim, same here 😁👍
Congratulations on the family time.
Thanks Christopher.
What a great video JJ. Thank you for sharing that insight into your life! Wonderful. I Loved the Superman Tee shirt on your brother!
That reciever should just close on the day after Christmas. I mean...why bother? One employee shows up for work..management needs to get a clue. Cool Vegas drive thru - I have never been to Vegas.
See you Friday!
Thanks Brian, and I agree. I think it was them making it a 3 day weekend.
Ya gotta go to Vegas. It's on everyone's bucket list for a reason.
@@JJtheTrucker I'll get there...will def wait until this bug passes tho.
JJ!!! Best video ever!!! Lived that fam video!!!
Thanks Justin
Hi jj watching all your vids here in England really enjoy them find them real interesting keep on trucking regards Darren 👍
Thanks Darren
Another great video. It was so nice you get to spend time with your family. I really like the look on your brothers face when you walked in LOL. You caught him by surprise and he didn’t know what to say. That is so wrong that the shipper does not allow you to stay there if you run out of hours. Especially when everyone except for one person calls out sick the day after Christmas. I think they really need to rethink that. I noticed in one of your comments that you went to Corrine Utah. Was that the Walmart distribution center? I don’t know if they do the water show still at the Bellagio, but that is pretty nice at night with the lights. I don’t know how to set a reminder on this for a live event, but I definitely can’t wait to see what it is. Be safe out there
Yep, it was the Walmart DC. Ended up dropping that trailer off at the Salt Lake Prime Terminal and grabbed another load.
When yiu see my post for the live event, clock or tap on it. It'll tell you when it is and allow you to set a reminder so you get a notification
I will definitely do that. Also very glad that you didn’t get stuck with that trailer. You were able to grab another trailer from Salt Lake City. Be safe out there
I think I saw you this morning heading north on I-55, north of Springfield, Illinois. I was heading south. Stay safe!
Nope, wasn't me. I was heading south this morning in WY then East on 80 the rest of the day.
Stay safe in the storms!
Hello from Vegas!! Great Video!
Thanks Joe
Hi JJ...Happy New Year!!
I loved our Freightliner. What job can you have and see this beautiful country free??
Exactly! Thanks Puff1n2, happy NY to you too. Hope to see you during the live event.
How I love places that require you to deliver at late hours, run your clock out and then tell you to leave. 😂
Right??? Lol
Awesom video off VegaS.
Thanks Brent
I'm in northern utah. I wanted to know where you went!
I was going to go to Corinne, but ended up dropping that off in SLC instead.
hi jj we miss your videos for few days love your videos be safe on the road truck 🚚 driving but stay safe of the road have fun be safe on the road enjoy your hometown vegas amazing videos
Thanks Ioanna.
I hope you and your family have a happy and healthy new year and stay safe on on the road.
Thanks John.
@@JJtheTrucker HOW CAN I GET SOME OF YOUR MERCH ?
How to get free JJ the Trucker merch.
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What a great video JJ as always
Thanks Robert
Hi JJ it was great to see you made it to see family , its always special at this time of the year . have prime started to have more volvos in the fleet now , was it an option to have a volvo when you decicded to have the pete , stay safe , keep the great vlogs coming and wishing you a happy and peacfull new year from Great Britan
Thanks Dardie, it was really nice to see them. They are still testing the Volvo's but I'm not sure how it's going. It will be quite a while before testing is complete. I don't think I really had a choice of getting a Volvo because there were so few, however I did not look into it. I was really wanting to get a Peterbilt.
Merry Christmas to you too.
It’s was good you got to see your family
Great video 🤩
Thanks Sam.
Late but I want to wish you am yours a merry Christmas an a happy New Year be safe
Thanks Glenda, happy holidays to you too.
Wow
My 2020 Pete uses between 1/4 to 1/2 tank of def to 3\4 tank of fuel
Really?
How much fuel can you hold?
How big is the def tank?
Maybe mine is using too much or something?
@@JJtheTrucker I'm not an expert, but if you're burning through a lot of DEF, you could either have a CAT issue or engine is regenerating for too long thus burning through your DEF. Could even be sensors. I'd definitely consider having someone look at it to see if it's normal.
That's the thing... I don't know if it's burning through more than normal. Need more data.
Great vid as usual
Thanks Big foot.
Its got to be tuff to park your truck here in vegas besides at a truck stop
It is, but there are hotels off the strip that'll let you park if you're staying there.
During home time, my trailer will get dropped at a Prime customer or taken by someone coming off home time, so I can Bobtail around. Then I can park nearly anywhere.
Family matters
If your mom was younger you too could pass as twins. I would carry a large container of DEF you never know when your situation can occur. Getting a larger DEF tank isn’t an option on the 579? You’d think it would be, or maybe with enough feedback by drivers they’d make the tank bigger.
I don't know if it is an option or not, hadn't thought about it tbh. I can look into it, but is the cost going to be worth it? I'll keep ya posted. And let's face it, I coulda stopped at any one of a hundred places along the 1400 mile route and topped it off... I was just trying to be efficient (and maybe a smidge lazy 😁) lol.
And as for my mom, I'm so glad I look like her. Imagine how awkward it would be if I looked like the housekeeper 🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂
It’s now 7/3 JJ
What is?
@@JJtheTrucker seven in the sleeper and 2 hours off duty the 7/3 split
Ah, but you can still do an 8/2. As long as the sleeper time is between 7 and 8 hours, and that added with the corresponding off duty time adds up to 10 hours, it's all good.
7/3, 7.5/1.5, 8/2 and anything in between.
@@JJtheTrucker oh okay cool thanks good to know you do amazing and I Learned something new today
@@JJtheTrucker That is true good video
Everytime I think of cezars palace I think of the hangover movie
😁😁😁
I think of that movie every time I flip my mattress too 😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣
Loved the ride along you did a while back in the freightliner, is it possible to do it again with a peterbilt?
I've done a few ride alongs. Can you reply with the link to the one you're referring to?
@@JJtheTrucker th-cam.com/video/kZi4o3eFmeE/w-d-xo.html
You look just like your mom. And here a update for you. Made it to Missouri last night hanging out at the GF place intill this weakend so I can check in to the hotel for prime.
Excellent!
Not sure how your financials are, but if you got the dough, check out Fire & Ice (Prime employees and drivers get a discount. You may get it if you tell them you're in training). Jose Locos. Black Sheep. 3 amazing places to eat.
The GF may enjoy Studio 417 Salon (book with Katrina or Taylor), and Rainbow Nails across the street for a mani pedi.
And don't worry if you can't afford it now, you'll be able to once you're driving 😁😁😁
She gets paid fryday so I might get her to take me to fire and ice lol I saw it online and really wanna try it.
Hey JJ.HOW YA BEEN? THE VULVA AND THE NEW TRAILER ARE DOING GREAT. BUY AN ALTERNATIVE OR LARGER TANK. HOPE YOU HAD A GREAT X MAS. HOW IS YOUR TIRE WEAR LOOKING SO FAR?
Been doing OK. Glad you're doing well. I haven't noticed any tire wear issues so far, but it's only been 30k miles. Those things are good for about 200,000 to 300,000 miles. Got a ways to go.
@@JJtheTrucker Oh I know. Some trucks wear differently. Difference between the trucks breaking in tires is what I meant.lol
Nah, no difference yet.
JJ, you are on the road all the time. Do you rent a place in Vegas? I only ask because I’m going to be moving from Hawaii to Vegas and then applying to Prime. Just trying to figure the best option.
Yep I rent a room from a friend. Vegas is good because there's no state income tax in NV. You'll love the inexpensive cost of living in Vegas (compared to Hawaii lol).
I hope you got paid for the wait time.. #VegasStrong
I hope I het paid for it too! I'll know in about a month or 3. 😔
can't you just swap out the def tank for a bigger one or just carry a couple of spare containers of def in the back ?
Not sure about the bigger tank. Fir the def, I'd have to strap it to the catwalk, which would get in my way, and they're inside cardboard boxes for some reason. And not sure why, but they're really expensive when you buy them that way. Doesn't seem worth it to me.
@@JJtheTrucker i was thinking of those red plastic petrol containers , get a couple of those and fill them at the pump next time you fill it up with def.then just hold them incase.
Technically not allowed to do that. The red ones are for gasoline only. Yellow for diesel. Blue for water. Def would need to be in a clear container with noticeable markings to indicate what it is.
It'd never really get to that though. I had plenty of opportunities to fill it up during those 1200 miles. Just didn't wanna 😁😁😁
@@JJtheTrucker in Italy there is only 2 colours ..Red and white for wine..lol
Roflmao!
Point taken 😁
Please can you make 30 min driving videos please like once a week i love driving videos and long once
I really like making them and watching them, but we're a rare breed apparently. My driving videos have some of the lowest viewer numbers out of all of my videos. 😢
Mate you look like your Mum 😲👍
I hope so! It'd be awkward if I looked like the housekeeper 😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣
@@JJtheTrucker that it would 😂
Beltran Moving getting some nice advertising on this video...😂
Lol yeah, was thinking the same 🤣
Dude! Was really hopin for a Golden Knights shout-out! Only a smidge disappointed. Enjoy your trip, and hope to catch you live Friday...Travel safely!!
Awwww, man, I should have! Totally spaced it.
@@JJtheTrucker I ain't mad at ya!😂
Oh owo
My thoughts exactly! 😁
I’m just venting here as an update to a previous comment on an earlier vid of urs. Not sure if u remember but I’ve been in the 2021 cascadia 126 day cab for around a month and holy sh#*% i have a new appreciation for Volvo’s & I never thought I’d say that. The cascadia is absolute garbage with nothing but issues. Haven’t even hit 5,000 miles yet.. smh. I was in my volvo for 4 yrs, 120k miles (city/short haul) & never had a major issue. Only very minor/usual stuff. Also the cascadia IS a much softer ride than the Volvo but the cascadia feels almost like top heavy and very wobbly so I’m assuming that’s what u meant by gettin thrown around. It just feels very loose is the best way I can describe it. I also hate this eaton ultrashift auto. The Allison in my volvo was waaaaay better. Oh & my wheel is not centered correctly either lmao
That's the first time I've heard anyone say a FL was smoother than a Volvo lol, but maybe the day cab is different than the condo? But head, definitely feels top heavy. That's due to the air ride cab. The cab isn't solidly attached to the chassis, it's got air bags in between them, so it wobbles.
I've heard that about the Eaton transmission. The Detroit DT15 is much better, even better than the Peterbilt by far.
Thanks for the feedback 😊👍