Dawg I had a load that was a 90 mile drive. Worst load ever😂. It was 4 Mohawk mobile column truck lifts that were heavy and tall and needed to be tarped!! Loader said once they’re on the deck they won’t move! BS!! Had it chained, strapped and everything! Stopped about 5 times because 2 lifts were about to roll off the sides and they were too heavy to pull back. Turned into a wide load! Then I had to be there at a certain time which I didn’t make because the stops and traffic. And I was in them New York streets! When I got it off my trailer I said thank you Jesus😂😂
Broooo 🤣 I know that feeling!! Never heard of them not moving it after it’s on the trailer, thats some bs for real! But damn in NY too! Glad you made it safely but I bet you had some serious weight off your shoulders when you made that drop lol
I went hard for 3 years with a almost new truck. Over the 3 years i paid off the truck and had my commercial insurance down to 400 a month. It was time to double down and get into a new truck after 3 years and over 500k miles on it. I decided to back out and got my cdl and drive for a company for now. In the future i may get my own semi and get back into O/O work again. But i decided the rates sucked so bad and the cost of maintaining two trucks and trailers and the stress of it all wasnt worth it. I dont regret stopping i also dont regrete doing what i did. I made great memories and like i told the boss at the job i quit before hotshot...rather try and fail then never try at all and wonder what woulda happened...i dont look at it as a fail as i came out of it with no debt at all no insurance claims nothing i also stopped with enough in the bank to put myself through cdl school and cover my familys bills for 4 months while i finished school and found a job
Man thanks for the transparency! This is what life is about, the journey. Props to you for everything you did and endured in this industry. Keep pushing and keep striving forward. Thanks again for sharing!
First week I started hotshotting I picked up 2 20 WM yard dumpster containers one stacked sideways in the other one going from ATL to NJ was a hectic drive but after that I knew I could haul anything lol
agreed I did a big roof top ac from missoula montana to Tampa Florida and it needed tarped. I was going crazy wanting it off the deck the relief i felt when they lifted it off and signed that BOL brought so much joy to me. For me, in general, whenever i get that BOL signed i get a lil happy inside knowing that's more $$ to add to the war chest immediately after that is I got to find another load.
Ive done one of those but didn’t have to tarp it. That had to be a headache to tarp ! But hell yeah bro when you make that drop and get that BOL signed and confirmation of that money coming through is everything! Thanks for sharing 🙏🏽🫡💯
Safe travels to you bro! Successful loads after loads is what its about. Always be safe on those ladders in those wet conditions too...anything can happen at any time so we gotta stay mindful of our safety bcuz its our livelyhood
Everytime I drop and grab the bag there is a feeling I'd say it's like a sense of relief and it feels like the weight was on your back not the trailer, noting Like a peaceful drive home with a empty trailer and that money secured
Dawg your channel is soo inspiring 💪🏾, making a career shift from owning my own landscaping company for the last 8 years, you’re bringing our dreams of financial freedom to reality, keep it coming for us underdogs
It’s been some years back back I to drive a concrete pump truck from Baton Rouge to South Georgia it weighed over 132,000 pounds!!! On edge the whole way one of two of largest pump truck on east coast at that time!!!
It was actually 1-31-24 last haul load of the month 9.5 hour drive from the home base in Va- to Philly area . 3 hours alone was dead stop traffic , just letting this 10hr rest time hit so I can get home , that something to talk about how traffic kills the time , being so close to home but can’t make it , that was my 1-31-24
I live about 3 hours north of Houston. This weather has been crazy this winter. Keep looking for the positive because if you're looking for negative you can sure find it. Be safe out there
Definitely got to hustle harder now days. With these rates a lot of people dont know how to adjust to this market they expect to make 4 bucks a mile missing opportunity to make small steps. Small steps will get you to a mile
Hi Tim love the channel I’ve been following you since day 1. Great content. Future reference next time you have freight with doors that open without explanation just use 1 or 2 straps around it to hold the doors close. Remember D.O.T. Officers do not consider bungee’s as securement always use some type of ratcheting securement for ladder, 7 tarp securement. Keep up the fantastic content, and keep the positive vibe going and shout out to your rock the Mrs. Respect!!!
Thanks a ton for the support and for sticking with the channel since day 1! I appreciate the tip about using straps instead of bungees for securing doors and ladders-it’s definitely something I’ll keep in mind for future loads. Also, thanks for the shout-out to the Mrs.! I’ll keep bringing the positive vibes and awesome content. Respect right back at ya!
Still at it brother! It’s going bro, still working on it but it’s been a bit better. Breaking habits are a challenge but we not giving up. Thanks bro 🙏🏽🫡💯
Had to transport giant paper rolls... (Smh)... Immediately felt the weight! The company wouldn't let me go to the shipper to take any of them off either. Super upset, so heated! I always got it back to the yard safely (Fortunately...) and I only had to drive just under a few hours. But that was a very uncomfortable "just under a few hours" every time and couldn't wait to get away from that load as soon as I picked it up.
Pickup up a load of ADS pipe in WA state in route to Saltlake City UT. Booked it at 5000lbs, ended up weighing 9000lbs. Snow and ice storm the whole way. I called up the broker and got $800 on top of original rate. Still wasn't worth it.
Had a load of old rebar cut and put in bags. Crazy to strap down kept moving around and cutting straps left and right. Had scratches all over the place. Plus every time I looked in my mirror seemed the bags were 2 feet outside the trailer rail.
Bro, there's been a hell alot of times when I'm driven with some lumber that don't want to stay together the hell off my trailer, some messed up ass pallets to Midland fr San Antonio lol you know what I'm saying? 😅 So trust me, I feel ya man.. that sheet sux 😂
1:11 hola buenas tardes soy de cuba y me encanta sus videos no los entiendo mucho porque no hablo mucho inglés pero el trabajo que hacen me encanta saludos y sigan haciendo videos así ojalá algún día pudiera vivir en los estados unidos sin pensarlo trabajaría en el hotshot mil bendiciones para usted y su familia
Hola! Muchas gracias por tus buenos deseos y por seguir nuestros videos desde Cuba. Nos alegra saber que disfrutas del trabajo que compartimos. Siempre estamos aquí para apoyarte con contenido útil. ¡Mil bendiciones para ti y tu familia también!
Been following you for a while love what you doing but you seemed a little whiny about the doors on the old piece opening up it's not that difficult only takes a few minutes to put a 2-inch strap around it so nothing gets damaged or a couple of bungees to hold it shut. It's not that big of a deal but be safe out there keep putting out them videos for us
Ive got a load right now that im beyond ready to have off the trailer. Its 8000 pounds heavier than the rate con said it was. Im maxed out. And got 8.9 mpg the entire way to Tennessee from Florida. Im at a quiktrip half a mile from my drop. 8 am cant get here dast enough
@@deephouse2 was able to get a little more but not much. They said I could take it back, but I really didn't want to do that because it was already Friday evening in Florida. I was lucky to even have a load out
I hope you guys are OK... haven't seen any new videos from you guys.... I have lots of questions...I'm ready to get on the road and I'm hoping you guys can help me find a company that I can work non cdl hotshot... I have my own equipment all paid for and I just want to work...
Hey fam, we are good. Just been on a personal journey but I’ll be back with the videos soon. Give the office a call and we should be able to get you leased on with a reputable company. Office #: (832) 500-0043
One time I was hauling a full load of cattle and they kept sticking their heads all the way out the sides of the trailer. A few times I thought they’d get their heads took off by passing trucks, light posts and road signs. A bull kept getting his horns stuck in the openings and other tuckers would signal to me to pull over. I must have stopped 100 times for nothing from Texas to Florida. I hated those damn cows. I came close to just in hooking the trailer and leaving them at a truck stop and call the dispatcher and tell them I QUIT!!! I still think about those smelly as cows in my nightmares.
Sounds like quite the experience! Dealing with livestock can definitely have its challenges. Glad you made it through, even though it was a rough journey.
Had a big ass grinder i picked up in Iowa going to South Carolina. Thing was awkward as hell, 8 foot wife, 10 foot tall, it just completely destroyed my gas mileage 😂
The shipper was talking only about the one that was requested to be tarp for that reason. The one coming back didn’t matter so I paid it no minds. Doors open then they get closed.
If you're staying primarily in TX, why not run the TX hos clock instead of the interstate clock? When you go off duty with the TX clock, the clock stops unlike the interstate clock. Plus you get 1 extra hour drive and 1 extra hour shift.
@@HotshotMacc I understand that. Whether you stay within 150 miles or not, doesn't mean you can't use the TX clock. Within 150 miles means you don't have to run a clock. As long as you don't leave the state more than 8 times a month, you're allowed to run the TX clock. If you leave the state, you switch to the interstate state clock and after your back in the state for 8 consecutive days, you can then switch back to the TX clock. And that is per the fmcsa. Been doing that for years......
Say Mayne how old a truck got to be to start hotshot because I got my CDL and I'm not trying to work for no body but myself if I have to I trade in my car to get a truck
We occasionally hold in-person cargo and load securement classes. If you're interested, you can learn more at www.macctransportandlogistics.com/training
Should’ve just wrapped a ratchet strap around the old compressor and it would’ve secured the doors. Nice video though. I’ve been driving 18 wheelers for 8 years and finally bought me a hotshot setup and my authority just got approved so I’m starting in the next couple weeks hopefully. It’s nice seeing positive videos like yours because most nowadays are talking about how you can’t make it in hotshot anymore… not everyone is the same though so I think with the right mindset and determination you can achieve things that others fail at, like you said keep the good positive things on your mind not the negative things because they will drag you down. I hope you keep getting blessed and I pray I’m working towards my blessings.
Cant leave la casa with that energy bro… love ya but if you want move a side I’m come grab that load for you. Saying it with respect and love… #Motivate #Elevate
Not a comment but a question I have a class a CDL I am a local tri-axle dump truck driver. Also have lowboy experience in dump trailer experience in town driving highway driving rule, 2 Lane Rd. driving but I don’t have any over the road experience do you know of any companies that are looking for just drivers I’d really appreciate it if you could help me out. Thanks I love your content and continue to watch.
Allentown pa. Had 2 big signs made out of pressed foam. Super light should have been a gravy load. An absolute nightmare. Wouldnt stay put couldnt tighten straps down too tight as it would damage the signs eben with edge protectors. Worst 300 miles ever!
Oh man, that sounds rough! Pressed foam signs should’ve been a breeze, but I guess that’s the gamble with lightweight loads. Sometimes the challenges come out of nowhere. Glad you got through it, though! Here’s to smoother hauls ahead! 🚛
Mac, I have watched a lot of your videos, and you seem to be very experienced with the hotshot industry. I live in Texas too. I am very interested in doing what you do. What do need to do to get stared?
Thanks bro I take this seriously so I made it my goal to learn as much as I can over the past 3 years. Do you know if you are looking to lease on or start your own authority?
I agree on that! Super easy to haul, but that wind drag is a killer, and if you have a head wind, say goodbye to your profits, its going into your tank..
@@JasonM-yg7kd I’ve hauled those too catches wind in every corner I’m from west tn so I’ll pick them up out of east St. Louis and bring them down to Memphis when I’m trying to get to the house doesn’t make much profit but it pays fuel home
Love the videos! I’m looking to get into hot shot trucking with no experience but TH-cam videos and was wondering if you be willing to say the company you first leased on with when you started out? Or if you have any other company recommendations. Planning on starting out non CDL but eventually getting my CDL once I have some capital built up
Man I'm up here in Central Texas and I'm fixing to start up the hotshot game I need somebody that can mentor me right now and tell me some of the ins and outs of it I've done a lot of research but I can't get anybody to actually tell me this is what I actually need to do I would love the insight I'm trying to go non CDL right now but I love the video man
Hey bro would love to be that mentor for you. We definitely help others in getting started in the industry. We have different mentorship packages available and we tailer them to your needs. Give our office a call tomorrow and we can talk. (832)500-0043. Thanks for watching bro!
All right seen your TH-cam channel on this why not getting a gooseneck trailer with rubberized sightings like the semi truck have, would this be better for you to get what I am talking about. I think in my opinion it could work out but this is an idea for you to think about
Absolutely, hotshot trucking can be a great choice if you're experienced with various vehicles. Start with proper equipment, know your routes well, and stay flexible. But remember, make sure to do a lot of research and completely understand what you're jumping into. Good luck out there!
@@HotshotMacc no problem brother. It works great there’s lots of different kinds of rain like sprays and shit like ones you use for your front windshields like that rain-x etc whatever brands best now I forget but you just spray it or clay bar it on or whatever on your mirrors and it makes a massive difference. Doesn’t get all speckled and fogged up with mist it just beads up and rolls off and there’s just a couple bigger drops on it at the worst until they roll off too but your mirror visibility will go from like 10% visibility in rain to like 90% haha. I can’t remember where I seen someone else do it or what but I seen your into to the video where your mirror was all misted up and so I figured I’d throw you that idea to help you stay safer on the road man. Hell even if it’s worn off and your in a bad rain pinch you can even spray like WD-40 on the mirror and it’ll do the same thing but doesn’t last as long
Shipper know that wooden crates would be more sufficient for shipping on a open deck but that would be to much like right.But I did see the cargo nets with ratchet ends work pretty good with keeping things like that intact for the most part. So ig it’s up to us drivers to do all the critical thinking for the cheap 😂. Praying for better days for our trucking community @@HotshotMacc
@@HotshotMaccgota have it. I didn’t have one for awhile, killing me, but even that extra tank does nothing in them west coast mountains , burn through it. Do you have it gravity fed? Or you pump it?
@@HotshotMacchow do you feel about taking loads to Mexico? That’s where I live, but I’ve never ran over there. A little nervous but we talking about 5$ a mile all day.
Hi Guys My husband have a Ram 3500 Diesel 8 feet bed. He wants to haul Vehicles, and freight. He was th😅inking to get. 35’5 PjJ Gooseneck trailer. We heard that there is a certain length that has to be. Any feedback on that?
Hi, as long as his total setup doesn’t exceed 65ft then he is good. Anything over is a possible violation unless he has a cab chassis registered as a tractor.
@@HotshotMacc sorry on my feed it was him title hots shots dead then like 3 hours later your video with that title Imma be honest Tim probably should have just thought that and not wrote it but I'm tired and got a 40' and 2 Kaufman 3 cars I can't fill so is what it is.
Yeah I know that would have been the solution but my time was limited to make it back so I just shut them after they opened and secured them better. At least the ones on the side could.
The second one that I picked up I didn’t really care about bc they didn’t. And honestly just didn’t wanna take the time to do it. It was nothing of possible harm.
Moving some 10-11ft water tanks through the Bay Area . It was windy and they just had an awkward shape to them had to stop multiple times to tighten straps and going under a few overpasses was sketchy AF. I was tense every second of that 3hr drive lol
Everyone handles their own situation how they choose. Im good at being positive either way. My truck been down for a month and a half. Nothing to be in a negative mood about bc shit happens. But to each their own.
The rain has been non stop and I’ve definitely seen some high rivers and bayous. Im surprised we didn’t get more serious flooding but thankfully it wasn’t too bad 🙏🏽🫡💯
I had many days like that in the early 2000's when i was doing hotshot delivery ... i had an extended ford E-350 van with a 16' dump trailer hauling pipeline valves...
I know your pain MACC. I’m here in San Antonio and carry those a lot. I’ve started putting two of the two inch staps together around the generator to hold those doors. Thanks for inspiring so many of us 💪🏾
I'm in San Antonio also. Just here trying to learn as much as I can before I get started. I'm leaning towards rv tow away just to get started. I'm a complete noob to this entire industry.
Thanks for watching brother and relating. I should have done that and put the straps or even bungees but my time was extremely tight to make it back lol. Appreciate the support bro 🙏🏽🫡💪🏽
Say bro I had a load coming from Broussard, La going to Port Fourchon. Hwy 90 is a rough stretch of real estate on the north end it will literally shake the fillings out ya teeth. It was an awkward load for me as a rookie I had to stop several times to tighten my binders. A fellow trucker stopped and checked on me to give assistance, God keeps his people together much appreciation to him. Lessons learned were making sure chain was kink free before binding and angle of pull in a greater degree. #God got us through and we still pushing #
Hey, I feel you! Hwy 90 can definitely be a rough ride. As a rookie, it’s tough dealing with awkward loads and constant adjustments. Big shoutout to that fellow trucker for helping out-definitely shows the trucking community looking out for each other. Glad you made it through and learned some valuable lessons. Keep pushing, and stay safe out there!
Hey! For beginners, a good option is to look for a reliable used truck with lower mileage. Models like the Ford F-250/350, Ram 2500/3500 are popular choices that balance affordability with durability. It's essential to consider your specific needs and budget when making your decision. Good luck with your search!
Awesome vídeos ! Would u recommend this as a side gig ? I am a small business owner and I have a truck capable of doing hotshot. Would it be something I could do when my other business isn’t as busy or is it something you need to dedicate 100 percent of the time !
Hey Macc I can’t ever get a straight answer when it comes to federal and state inspections. I’m from TX but I do run out of state so do I need both a federal and state inspection ?? I get people telling me I just need a federal inspection since it cover all states and other people telling me I just need a State inspection.
For federal regulations, your state inspection generally meets the FMCSA standards, so you usually don't need a separate federal inspection. Just make sure your vehicle is compliant with both state and federal rules, especially when running interstate. Hope this clears things up!"
The beginning of this video made me have a flash back to my high school coach in Alabama. He said “the only 2 things in this world you can control is your attitude and effort” I love getting the game from you OG’s man keep doing what you do and being positive ab it. This video has inspired me and ways you wouldn’t imagine. Definitely ab to sub to the channel ASAP!
Dawg I had a load that was a 90 mile drive. Worst load ever😂. It was 4 Mohawk mobile column truck lifts that were heavy and tall and needed to be tarped!! Loader said once they’re on the deck they won’t move! BS!! Had it chained, strapped and everything! Stopped about 5 times because 2 lifts were about to roll off the sides and they were too heavy to pull back. Turned into a wide load! Then I had to be there at a certain time which I didn’t make because the stops and traffic. And I was in them New York streets! When I got it off my trailer I said thank you Jesus😂😂
Broooo 🤣 I know that feeling!! Never heard of them not moving it after it’s on the trailer, thats some bs for real! But damn in NY too! Glad you made it safely but I bet you had some serious weight off your shoulders when you made that drop lol
@@HotshotMacc Let me tell ya!
Respect the movement.
Whats the most weight you can carry?
@@kemaredwards2703 About 9,500lbs
We’ve all been there haha
I went hard for 3 years with a almost new truck. Over the 3 years i paid off the truck and had my commercial insurance down to 400 a month. It was time to double down and get into a new truck after 3 years and over 500k miles on it. I decided to back out and got my cdl and drive for a company for now. In the future i may get my own semi and get back into O/O work again. But i decided the rates sucked so bad and the cost of maintaining two trucks and trailers and the stress of it all wasnt worth it. I dont regret stopping i also dont regrete doing what i did. I made great memories and like i told the boss at the job i quit before hotshot...rather try and fail then never try at all and wonder what woulda happened...i dont look at it as a fail as i came out of it with no debt at all no insurance claims nothing i also stopped with enough in the bank to put myself through cdl school and cover my familys bills for 4 months while i finished school and found a job
Man thanks for the transparency! This is what life is about, the journey. Props to you for everything you did and endured in this industry. Keep pushing and keep striving forward. Thanks again for sharing!
First week I started hotshotting I picked up 2 20 WM yard dumpster containers one stacked sideways in the other one going from ATL to NJ was a hectic drive but after that I knew I could haul anything lol
Love your content my Friend. No drama just the boring stuff that is everyday Hotshot. Please keep it coming!!
No time for drama, only time for the grind 💪
Appreciate that! Thanks for watching
agreed I did a big roof top ac from missoula montana to Tampa Florida and it needed tarped. I was going crazy wanting it off the deck the relief i felt when they lifted it off and signed that BOL brought so much joy to me. For me, in general, whenever i get that BOL signed i get a lil happy inside knowing that's more $$ to add to the war chest immediately after that is I got to find another load.
Ive done one of those but didn’t have to tarp it. That had to be a headache to tarp ! But hell yeah bro when you make that drop and get that BOL signed and confirmation of that money coming through is everything! Thanks for sharing 🙏🏽🫡💯
Safe travels to you bro! Successful loads after loads is what its about. Always be safe on those ladders in those wet conditions too...anything can happen at any time so we gotta stay mindful of our safety bcuz its our livelyhood
That's a fact. You take care too brother.
Everytime I drop and grab the bag there is a feeling I'd say it's like a sense of relief and it feels like the weight was on your back not the trailer, noting Like a peaceful drive home with a empty trailer and that money secured
Hell yeah bro big facts!!!
Top of the Morning Big Macc. Hope all is well and happy to see you still hustling. Big up....
Big up!
Dawg your channel is soo inspiring 💪🏾, making a career shift from owning my own landscaping company for the last 8 years, you’re bringing our dreams of financial freedom to reality, keep it coming for us underdogs
You inspire me too. You got this, brother. 🤜🏽💥🤛🏽
It’s been some years back back I to drive a concrete pump truck from Baton Rouge to South Georgia it weighed over 132,000 pounds!!! On edge the whole way one of two of largest pump truck on east coast at that time!!!
It was actually 1-31-24 last haul load of the month 9.5 hour drive from the home base in Va- to Philly area . 3 hours alone was dead stop traffic , just letting this 10hr rest time hit so I can get home , that something to talk about how traffic kills the time , being so close to home but can’t make it , that was my 1-31-24
I live about 3 hours north of Houston. This weather has been crazy this winter.
Keep looking for the positive because if you're looking for negative you can sure find it.
Be safe out there
Most definitely bro, it’s all a choice 💯
And yeah man Im ready for this weather to be gone for good. Seems like it gets worse every year.
Definitely got to hustle harder now days. With these rates a lot of people dont know how to adjust to this market they expect to make 4 bucks a mile missing opportunity to make small steps. Small steps will get you to a mile
Hi Tim love the channel I’ve been following you since day 1. Great content. Future reference next time you have freight with doors that open without explanation just use 1 or 2 straps around it to hold the doors close. Remember D.O.T. Officers do not consider bungee’s as securement always use some type of ratcheting securement for ladder, 7 tarp securement. Keep up the fantastic content, and keep the positive vibe going and shout out to your rock the Mrs. Respect!!!
Thanks a ton for the support and for sticking with the channel since day 1! I appreciate the tip about using straps instead of bungees for securing doors and ladders-it’s definitely something I’ll keep in mind for future loads. Also, thanks for the shout-out to the Mrs.! I’ll keep bringing the positive vibes and awesome content. Respect right back at ya!
Thanks Bud for continuing your videos, they helped me focus on my goals. You are truly inspirational. And I appreciate you sharing. Thanks.👍😎😎😎
good to see you still on this grind... How is the health stuff going? Stay well!
Still at it brother! It’s going bro, still working on it but it’s been a bit better. Breaking habits are a challenge but we not giving up. Thanks bro 🙏🏽🫡💯
Had to transport giant paper rolls... (Smh)... Immediately felt the weight! The company wouldn't let me go to the shipper to take any of them off either. Super upset, so heated! I always got it back to the yard safely (Fortunately...) and I only had to drive just under a few hours. But that was a very uncomfortable "just under a few hours" every time and couldn't wait to get away from that load as soon as I picked it up.
Look good to see you back
Appreciate fam 🙏🏽🫡💯
Where yall at, my boi!!!
What’s up brother! Man just been dealing with some personal matters. Ill be back soon.
Stay safe, be with God my guy.
Pickup up a load of ADS pipe in WA state in route to Saltlake City UT. Booked it at 5000lbs, ended up weighing 9000lbs. Snow and ice storm the whole way. I called up the broker and got $800 on top of original rate. Still wasn't worth it.
Had a load of old rebar cut and put in bags. Crazy to strap down kept moving around and cutting straps left and right. Had scratches all over the place. Plus every time I looked in my mirror seemed the bags were 2 feet outside the trailer rail.
Man that definitely sounds like one to get off the trailer asap! Hopefully you weren’t going too far with it!
Your gratitute is a good thing to see bro. Keep at it man. Inspirational and shit.
Thanks brother! Gratitude is what brings me abundance so I have to spread it. Much love 🫡
Awesome, thats my hometown!
❤One thing i know about you killa,you both stanz on bizness.Keep pushing
I appreciate it brother.
Bro, there's been a hell alot of times when I'm driven with some lumber that don't want to stay together the hell off my trailer, some messed up ass pallets to Midland fr San Antonio lol you know what I'm saying? 😅 So trust me, I feel ya man.. that sheet sux 😂
It do be like that sometimes, but we gotta do our best always.
U should've put straps over it to keep doors from opening
1:11 hola buenas tardes soy de cuba y me encanta sus videos no los entiendo mucho porque no hablo mucho inglés pero el trabajo que hacen me encanta saludos y sigan haciendo videos así ojalá algún día pudiera vivir en los estados unidos sin pensarlo trabajaría en el hotshot mil bendiciones para usted y su familia
Hola! Muchas gracias por tus buenos deseos y por seguir nuestros videos desde Cuba. Nos alegra saber que disfrutas del trabajo que compartimos. Siempre estamos aquí para apoyarte con contenido útil. ¡Mil bendiciones para ti y tu familia también!
Been following you for a while love what you doing but you seemed a little whiny about the doors on the old piece opening up it's not that difficult only takes a few minutes to put a 2-inch strap around it so nothing gets damaged or a couple of bungees to hold it shut. It's not that big of a deal but be safe out there keep putting out them videos for us
Thanks. I didn’t have time on my clock to do any of that.
What's going on with hotshot youtubers not posting videos anymore...???
Ive got a load right now that im beyond ready to have off the trailer. Its 8000 pounds heavier than the rate con said it was. Im maxed out. And got 8.9 mpg the entire way to Tennessee from Florida. Im at a quiktrip half a mile from my drop. 8 am cant get here dast enough
Hope you renegotiate your rate since load was way heavier than expected.
@@deephouse2 was able to get a little more but not much. They said I could take it back, but I really didn't want to do that because it was already Friday evening in Florida. I was lucky to even have a load out
I hope you guys are OK... haven't seen any new videos from you guys....
I have lots of questions...I'm ready to get on the road and I'm hoping you guys can help me find a company that I can work non cdl hotshot...
I have my own equipment all paid for and I just want to work...
Hey fam, we are good. Just been on a personal journey but I’ll be back with the videos soon.
Give the office a call and we should be able to get you leased on with a reputable company.
Office #: (832) 500-0043
Man I know the feeling.
One time I was hauling a full load of cattle and they kept sticking their heads all the way out the sides of the trailer. A few times I thought they’d get their heads took off by passing trucks, light posts and road signs. A bull kept getting his horns stuck in the openings and other tuckers would signal to me to pull over. I must have stopped 100 times for nothing from Texas to Florida. I hated those damn cows. I came close to just in hooking the trailer and leaving them at a truck stop and call the dispatcher and tell them I QUIT!!! I still think about those smelly as cows in my nightmares.
Sounds like quite the experience! Dealing with livestock can definitely have its challenges. Glad you made it through, even though it was a rough journey.
Dropping the load is allways a good feeling lol hahahaha love you content
Best feeling fr bro!! Appreciate the love 🙏🏽🫡
Had a big ass grinder i picked up in Iowa going to South Carolina. Thing was awkward as hell, 8 foot wife, 10 foot tall, it just completely destroyed my gas mileage 😂
Man those are the worst! Feels like your driving against a wall 🤣🤣 Im dodging those type of loads unless the money talks 😎
@HotshotMacc yeah man, learned my lesson the hard way. Stay safe out there brother
Fam, I had a boat I hauled from VT to Cali last summer, and that joint pulled me the whole time 😅😅. Worst ever! Made it, though! 🙌
There will be days like that but we just keep trucking on🚚🚛
Just got my dot number last night now waiting for the mc to get approved
Slowly but surely 🙏
Looks like the shipper was right about the doors. I would've pulled the bungee cords out and wrapped them all close!
The shipper was talking only about the one that was requested to be tarp for that reason. The one coming back didn’t matter so I paid it no minds. Doors open then they get closed.
Love that setup. 😎
I see ya Yawdie!!! You should have ran 1 strap all the way around for them doors
Man that’s the exact plan I had in kind but they wasn’t with it 😤 but yuh dun know already 🙏🏽🫡🇯🇲
If you're staying primarily in TX, why not run the TX hos clock instead of the interstate clock? When you go off duty with the TX clock, the clock stops unlike the interstate clock. Plus you get 1 extra hour drive and 1 extra hour shift.
Because I don't only stay in Texas, and most of the time i go over the 150 mile radius that the FMCSA allows
@@HotshotMacc I understand that. Whether you stay within 150 miles or not, doesn't mean you can't use the TX clock. Within 150 miles means you don't have to run a clock. As long as you don't leave the state more than 8 times a month, you're allowed to run the TX clock. If you leave the state, you switch to the interstate state clock and after your back in the state for 8 consecutive days, you can then switch back to the TX clock. And that is per the fmcsa. Been doing that for years......
Say Mayne how old a truck got to be to start hotshot because I got my CDL and I'm not trying to work for no body but myself if I have to I trade in my car to get a truck
I love your videos but I’d love to see a little more of your load securement how and why you chain it the way you do. Great video I love your channel
We occasionally hold in-person cargo and load securement classes. If you're interested, you can learn more at www.macctransportandlogistics.com/training
Should’ve just wrapped a ratchet strap around the old compressor and it would’ve secured the doors. Nice video though. I’ve been driving 18 wheelers for 8 years and finally bought me a hotshot setup and my authority just got approved so I’m starting in the next couple weeks hopefully. It’s nice seeing positive videos like yours because most nowadays are talking about how you can’t make it in hotshot anymore… not everyone is the same though so I think with the right mindset and determination you can achieve things that others fail at, like you said keep the good positive things on your mind not the negative things because they will drag you down. I hope you keep getting blessed and I pray I’m working towards my blessings.
Cant leave la casa with that energy bro… love ya but if you want move a side I’m come grab that load for you.
Saying it with respect and love… #Motivate #Elevate
2in strap around the whole load
Not a comment but a question I have a class a CDL I am a local tri-axle dump truck driver. Also have lowboy experience in dump trailer experience in town driving highway driving rule, 2 Lane Rd. driving but I don’t have any over the road experience do you know of any companies that are looking for just drivers I’d really appreciate it if you could help me out. Thanks I love your content and continue to watch.
Allentown pa. Had 2 big signs made out of pressed foam. Super light should have been a gravy load. An absolute nightmare. Wouldnt stay put couldnt tighten straps down too tight as it would damage the signs eben with edge protectors. Worst 300 miles ever!
Oh man, that sounds rough! Pressed foam signs should’ve been a breeze, but I guess that’s the gamble with lightweight loads. Sometimes the challenges come out of nowhere. Glad you got through it, though! Here’s to smoother hauls ahead! 🚛
Mac, I have watched a lot of your videos, and you seem to be very experienced with the hotshot industry. I live in Texas too. I am very interested in doing what you do. What do need to do to get stared?
Thanks bro I take this seriously so I made it my goal to learn as much as I can over the past 3 years. Do you know if you are looking to lease on or start your own authority?
Everytime I load shipping containers I can’t wait to offload them
I agree on that! Super easy to haul, but that wind drag is a killer, and if you have a head wind, say goodbye to your profits, its going into your tank..
Only thing worse then a shipping container is a ISO tank, thats just a damn parachute behind you..
@@JasonM-yg7kd I’ve hauled those too catches wind in every corner I’m from west tn so I’ll pick them up out of east St. Louis and bring them down to Memphis when I’m trying to get to the house doesn’t make much profit but it pays fuel home
I’d just wrap a strap around that machine to keep the doors closed
Good job my friend..now go to la casa.
Haha thanks and that’s exactly what I did!
Love the videos! I’m looking to get into hot shot trucking with no experience but TH-cam videos and was wondering if you be willing to say the company you first leased on with when you started out? Or if you have any other company recommendations. Planning on starting out non CDL but eventually getting my CDL once I have some capital built up
I see you got the good Peerless binders
Yessir 💪🏽
Man I'm up here in Central Texas and I'm fixing to start up the hotshot game I need somebody that can mentor me right now and tell me some of the ins and outs of it I've done a lot of research but I can't get anybody to actually tell me this is what I actually need to do I would love the insight I'm trying to go non CDL right now but I love the video man
@x4x4offroad87 I have all the hotshot securement items for sale in central Texas if interested
Hey bro would love to be that mentor for you. We definitely help others in getting started in the industry. We have different mentorship packages available and we tailer them to your needs. Give our office a call tomorrow and we can talk. (832)500-0043.
Thanks for watching bro!
All right seen your TH-cam channel on this why not getting a gooseneck trailer with rubberized sightings like the semi truck have, would this be better for you to get what I am talking about.
I think in my opinion it could work out but this is an idea for you to think about
Thinking about getting into Hot shot trucking…I’ve driven everything short of a semi so seems like it’s the thing for me to do. Any advice? Tips?
Absolutely, hotshot trucking can be a great choice if you're experienced with various vehicles. Start with proper equipment, know your routes well, and stay flexible. But remember, make sure to do a lot of research and completely understand what you're jumping into. Good luck out there!
How and where can I get a twik (or however it's spelled ) card..?
TSA website will have a list of places you can apply for a TWIC at.
We have a link on our website under resources that will take you to the website to apply.
They also have pop up trailers where u can run right in and get it by appointment of course and identigo does it as well
Hey Mac, could you tell me what the monthly might be if I get trailer from Hotshot107 after sign lease with them?
Hey bro, it’s hard for me to say what that might be. Im not sure of their operations right now.
Every load! Get it off!! 😂
Nah for real!!!!! 💯🤣🤣🤣
I have a question That new replacement trailer can i call Happy trailers and ask for the same trailer you have if possible
That’s definitely possible! Call and ask for Leroy or Randy in Waco, Tx and tell them Macc sent you 🫡
@@HotshotMacc thanks so much
Put that rain shit on your mirrors and they won’t be all blurry in the rain it’ll just run right off so you can still see fine
Idk why I didn’t think of that! Good tip! Thanks bro!
@@HotshotMacc no problem brother. It works great there’s lots of different kinds of rain like sprays and shit like ones you use for your front windshields like that rain-x etc whatever brands best now I forget but you just spray it or clay bar it on or whatever on your mirrors and it makes a massive difference. Doesn’t get all speckled and fogged up with mist it just beads up and rolls off and there’s just a couple bigger drops on it at the worst until they roll off too but your mirror visibility will go from like 10% visibility in rain to like 90% haha. I can’t remember where I seen someone else do it or what but I seen your into to the video where your mirror was all misted up and so I figured I’d throw you that idea to help you stay safer on the road man. Hell even if it’s worn off and your in a bad rain pinch you can even spray like WD-40 on the mirror and it’ll do the same thing but doesn’t last as long
Anything cardboard boxes and shrink wrapped. I hate em🤦🏾♂️ especially in the rain
Man thats a fact! Im tired of cutting off shrink wrap bc I’m looking wild going down that road! And boxes definitely don’t help 💯💯🤣🤣
Shipper know that wooden crates would be more sufficient for shipping on a open deck but that would be to much like right.But I did see the cargo nets with ratchet ends work pretty good with keeping things like that intact for the most part. So ig it’s up to us drivers to do all the critical thinking for the cheap 😂. Praying for better days for our trucking community @@HotshotMacc
You don’t have an auxiliary tank?
Yes I do. 100 Gallon
@@HotshotMaccgota have it. I didn’t have one for awhile, killing me, but even that extra tank does nothing in them west coast mountains , burn through it. Do you have it gravity fed? Or you pump it?
@@HotshotMacchow do you feel about taking loads to Mexico? That’s where I live, but I’ve never ran over there. A little nervous but we talking about 5$ a mile all day.
Hi Guys My husband have a Ram 3500 Diesel 8 feet bed. He wants to haul Vehicles, and freight. He was th😅inking to get. 35’5 PjJ Gooseneck trailer. We heard that there is a certain length that has to be. Any feedback on that?
My husband is asking would that be too long?
Hi, as long as his total setup doesn’t exceed 65ft then he is good. Anything over is a possible violation unless he has a cab chassis registered as a tractor.
Who do you order your merch with?
We have to companies we are partner with. Email us for more details info@macctransportandlogistics.com
Are you running a 3” ball ?
I honestly can’t remember but I believe it is.
If it’s so good where you been?
Been chillin & working outta sight. Ppl really think everything needs to be shown online in order for things to be good smh
Glass 😢
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Was. The title of this aimed at baby lion hotshot
None of what I do is aimed at anyone. That’s not my style. But I’m not even sure why it would be.
@@HotshotMacc sorry on my feed it was him title hots shots dead then like 3 hours later your video with that title
Imma be honest Tim probably should have just thought that and not wrote it but I'm tired and got a 40' and 2 Kaufman 3 cars I can't fill so is what it is.
Bro where did you go
I’ll be back. Dealing with some personal matters.
@@HotshotMacc thanks bro for the reply I hope all is well
why not just strap around them doors
Yeah I know that would have been the solution but my time was limited to make it back so I just shut them after they opened and secured them better. At least the ones on the side could.
Had load of plastic pipe.
I’ve always stayed away from those bc they just look sketchy. Why do you hate them?
Why not put a strap around the unit to keep the doors from opening?
5min job.
The second one that I picked up I didn’t really care about bc they didn’t. And honestly just didn’t wanna take the time to do it. It was nothing of possible harm.
Moving some 10-11ft water tanks through the Bay Area . It was windy and they just had an awkward shape to them had to stop multiple times to tighten straps and going under a few overpasses was sketchy AF. I was tense every second of that 3hr drive lol
It sucks but it’s easy to be positive while your trucks running, once it takes a shit (and it will) the whole story changes
Everyone handles their own situation how they choose. Im good at being positive either way. My truck been down for a month and a half. Nothing to be in a negative mood about bc shit happens. But to each their own.
I live in Austin County tx...I'm out of the city and the Brazos river was pretty high level...
Stay safe out there...!!!!
Good to see another video
The rain has been non stop and I’ve definitely seen some high rivers and bayous. Im surprised we didn’t get more serious flooding but thankfully it wasn’t too bad 🙏🏽🫡💯
I had many days like that in the early 2000's when i was doing hotshot delivery ... i had an extended ford E-350 van with a 16' dump trailer hauling pipeline valves...
I hear that! I think we all have experienced those days lol if someone hasn’t then they aren’t really working 🤷🏽♂️
I know your pain MACC. I’m here in San Antonio and carry those a lot. I’ve started putting two of the two inch staps together around the generator to hold those doors. Thanks for inspiring so many of us 💪🏾
I'm in San Antonio also. Just here trying to learn as much as I can before I get started. I'm leaning towards rv tow away just to get started. I'm a complete noob to this entire industry.
Thanks for watching brother and relating. I should have done that and put the straps or even bungees but my time was extremely tight to make it back lol. Appreciate the support bro 🙏🏽🫡💪🏽
Say bro I had a load coming from Broussard, La going to Port Fourchon. Hwy 90 is a rough stretch of real estate on the north end it will literally shake the fillings out ya teeth. It was an awkward load for me as a rookie I had to stop several times to tighten my binders. A fellow trucker stopped and checked on me to give assistance, God keeps his people together much appreciation to him. Lessons learned were making sure chain was kink free before binding and angle of pull in a greater degree. #God got us through and we still pushing #
Hey, I feel you! Hwy 90 can definitely be a rough ride. As a rookie, it’s tough dealing with awkward loads and constant adjustments. Big shoutout to that fellow trucker for helping out-definitely shows the trucking community looking out for each other. Glad you made it through and learned some valuable lessons. Keep pushing, and stay safe out there!
One of my top THREE hotshot channels. Great content. Great spirit. You’re inspiring. Taking my first load today - Ohio to Fort Worth. Stay frosty.
Appreciate the support fam! Keep doing your thing!
Two 20ft ISO tanks (like containers) from Chicago to Houston. Worst f load ever. Never will I move them again NEVER.
Those ISO tanks are pretty awful, and the fuel efficiency while hauling them is not great at all. I know the feeling.
Yo yo! Love your channel man!
Have 1 question... What eld company or device do you run!
Yo appreciate you tapping in! We are currently using Motive and have been since we started our authority. Been satisfied with it from day 1!
Hey bro whats a good beginner truck something not to expensive?
Hey! For beginners, a good option is to look for a reliable used truck with lower mileage. Models like the Ford F-250/350, Ram 2500/3500 are popular choices that balance affordability with durability. It's essential to consider your specific needs and budget when making your decision. Good luck with your search!
Why you do not use a Atego 1523 M. B ?. it is a lot better for the driver ( more space,webasto heater nice bed )...😊 and bisc air brakes...
No idea what you’re talking about bro
Awesome vídeos ! Would u recommend this as a side gig ? I am a small business owner and I have a truck capable of doing hotshot. Would it be something I could do when my other business isn’t as busy or is it something you need to dedicate 100 percent of the time !
Truckin's overhead its a bit much to do this part-time or as side gig base on my personal experience it will required 100% of your time.
What spread sheet you use to keep up with expenses and load pay
We just created one. You can find templates on google
Al principio y con la pista de fondo pensé que estaba rapeando 😂
Lol
Hay when you had 32ft how often did you use the ramps looking at doing hot shot with flat deck no ramps what you recommend
I used the ramps often bc I did vehicles as well.
Hey Macc I can’t ever get a straight answer when it comes to federal and state inspections. I’m from TX but I do run out of state so do I need both a federal and state inspection ?? I get people telling me I just need a federal inspection since it cover all states and other people telling me I just need a State inspection.
For federal regulations, your state inspection generally meets the FMCSA standards, so you usually don't need a separate federal inspection. Just make sure your vehicle is compliant with both state and federal rules, especially when running interstate. Hope this clears things up!"
What do I do to start? and with no money and a cdl A
More than likely you would need to drive for a company then save up to get your own equipment.
Good man dont cut corners it is what it is I know it sucked to tarp that thing
Most definitely not cutting corners, then next thing you know we have a claim. It did suck tho lol
Most def not "hotshot" tho
Lol ok
The beginning of this video made me have a flash back to my high school coach in Alabama. He said “the only 2 things in this world you can control is your attitude and effort” I love getting the game from you OG’s man keep doing what you do and being positive ab it. This video has inspired me and ways you wouldn’t imagine. Definitely ab to sub to the channel ASAP!
Thank you for the kind words my man. Keep on keepin on 💪
@@HotshotMacc 💯💪
How do i get started?
Theres many ways to get started. Depends on what your looking to do.
Got a cdl now?
Yes Ive had it fora little over 2 years now 🙏🏽
Is your hot shot cdl?
Yes
Great video. What size tarp is that?
20x27 Lumber tarp 14 oz with 6 foot drop : www.myteeproducts.com/?acc=cf9e7c5f147d43b44d34d6e45d516725
Hotshot is dead !
Sorry its dead for you bro
@@HotshotMacc I opened a dumpster business same pay as hot shot except I don’t gotta drive far at all $400 a day .
Nice Rig 👍👍🇺🇸
Thank you!