RV Transporter Reveals ALL!

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  • @umpadeduck5247
    @umpadeduck5247 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1161

    THATS MY DAD!!! HE WAS SO HAPPY THAT HE MADE IT ONTO TH-cam!!!!! Thank you so much man

    • @pjt3887
      @pjt3887 3 ปีที่แล้ว +98

      Your dad needs to start a channel. I'm sure he more tips that everyone would love to hear. He's great.

    • @BTBRVReviews
      @BTBRVReviews  3 ปีที่แล้ว +69

      No problem. Your dad is a Super cool fella.

    • @nathanurick8320
      @nathanurick8320 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      I would like to talk to your dad about the maintenance he has to do on his truck. I have the same truck and I’m always wanting to keep good maintance on it

    • @smoberdeen
      @smoberdeen 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I'm interested in his antenna and mount. Can you please find out what radio, antenna, and mount he is using? Thank you in advance. Also, is the radio barefoot or does it have shoes for walking long distances?

    • @Astrand1
      @Astrand1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@smoberdeen that antenna that’s sticking up on the back should be for the weboost cellular booster I believe. They work very well.

  • @kurtschulmeyer1041
    @kurtschulmeyer1041 3 ปีที่แล้ว +133

    Always nice to get the opinion of a professional hauler.

  • @absi1155
    @absi1155 3 ปีที่แล้ว +460

    Please Get this guy again on video when he completes million miles on his truck.

    • @tlo8646
      @tlo8646 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I 2nd that. Would be a cool follow up video

    • @diyoverhauler5432
      @diyoverhauler5432 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Indeed

    • @pixieboimagic2285
      @pixieboimagic2285 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ditto!!!!

    • @JamesJohnson-gw1yi
      @JamesJohnson-gw1yi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      That truck wouldn't pull a sick greasy horror out of bed

    • @danielgoode3125
      @danielgoode3125 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@JamesJohnson-gw1yi pulling more than you

  • @SBF96
    @SBF96 3 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    I’m glad this guy talked about the positives of working in the industry. I’m a RV transporter myself and I get tired of people talking poorly about it. There are ups and downs like every job. My GMC 2500HD has 730k miles on it and if you take care and maintenance these trucks, they will keep going.
    I have had the same experience as he has as well. There are some brands that are junk and some that are quality. You do get to see it first hand.

    • @TruckerMike089
      @TruckerMike089 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Oh man definitely. I've enjoyed hauling them so far. I've made better money take home than trying to run a lease purchase in a semi. And yeah you definitely have some brands you cringe at hauling.

    • @brentandlinz06
      @brentandlinz06 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Care to share your favorite/least favorite brands?

    • @TruckerMike089
      @TruckerMike089 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@brentandlinz06 I can. For the worst I've hauled so far Jayco has been the absolute worst brand I've hauled. Forest River has been hit or miss on a few of theirs as well.

    • @jefferynelson7195
      @jefferynelson7195 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@brentandlinz06 what are you favorite or recommend brands? Thanks for your input.

    • @brentandlinz06
      @brentandlinz06 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@jefferynelson7195 I am not a transporter. I have owned a few and we just bought a Grand Design Solitude after a couple years of research. Bought it in Indiana and towed it home to So Cal ourselves. No issues with it. We have been really happy.

  • @bkeenan85_outdoorlife
    @bkeenan85_outdoorlife 3 ปีที่แล้ว +76

    I will say that all the episodes I've watched your reviews and how you normally don't show yourself it is refreshing. A lot of reviews are people with the lens constantly on them talking. So appreciate that sir in a good way! 👍😉😎

  • @christopherjilek5467
    @christopherjilek5467 3 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    What a professional classy gentleman. Safe travels!

  • @stacyreid5077
    @stacyreid5077 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I thought about becoming a RV hauler but with the dr prescribed medications I’m on didn’t even ask a transport company about working for them. And I really expected him to have a dually. And plz like so many other people have said get him back again

  • @MattHumms
    @MattHumms 3 ปีที่แล้ว +130

    This man is telling the truth. A lot of stuff is from the manufacturer, not the dealer.

    • @aljones9114
      @aljones9114 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I agree, but the dealer is sailing the product. There is a lot to be said for good dealer customer service.

    • @wsmcook
      @wsmcook 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I honestly don't understand how people don't get that. It's in the name, manufacturer, its literally the maker, how is that a confusing.

    • @mycatumz640
      @mycatumz640 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@wsmcook Maybe the stealerships should look at the better manufacturer for the product they sell. If you have a good product you have less problems. You get what you pay for.

    • @jonathankenton7182
      @jonathankenton7182 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Watch videos of the clowns assembling these things.

    • @melrose9252
      @melrose9252 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@mycatumz640 < When you get ripped off you don’t get what you pay for.

  • @smiller6238
    @smiller6238 3 ปีที่แล้ว +66

    It would be wonderful to hear from your guest about the delivery industry, what's involved, how to get started and what just sucks about it. He is very well spoken, informative and and clear.

    • @Chrisjames925
      @Chrisjames925 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Check out fair winds and following seas, the high mileage helper, weekend truckin and transport bandits pages on here. They have great information on the industry

    • @gregmcnair9444
      @gregmcnair9444 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I agree I wanted to hear more about the industry and less about manufacturer issues

    • @stacyeads1099
      @stacyeads1099 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Money sucks at the moment. People will go buy them a big fancy pickup with a $1500 a month payment thinking they will make big bucks. Yes, you will get loads a first, but then less. They don't tell you about all the fees they charge you. Yeah, times use to be good and you will think $1.50 a mile good till the charge you for this and that. If you do go into it you need a 1 ton dually.
      This guy says you are your own boss. Yes, no home time if ya wanna make the money he says he is making.

    • @mariecasburn3895
      @mariecasburn3895 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@gregmcnair9444 just go to their web pages . Try Indiana Transport, Starfleet, Horizon. It is a fun job . My hubby and I did it for over 10 years and drove roughly 2 and 1/2 million miles.

    • @redcat827
      @redcat827 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@stacyeads1099 Exactly right! My hub and I did it years ago. I'm sure the per mile pay has gone up, but so have the prices of a truck and fuel, etc. It can be a fun industry but it's not all sunshine and rainbows, for sure. If someone is thinking about getting into this, please do your research...talk to drivers, read, ask about backhauls.

  • @diamondhead203
    @diamondhead203 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Solid testament to the Ram truck and the Cummins…..what an engine…what a truck. Cool operator also….lots of good info.

  • @jaysuper8255
    @jaysuper8255 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Outdoors RV and Arctic Fox ( Sister companies) come with the Mor-ryde 3000 suspension, Monroe shocks and 16" Goodyear's. They just tow so smooth over the road.

  • @nanettesquarsich4534
    @nanettesquarsich4534 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    I just bought a 1 ton mega cab ram dually to haul RVs . I can't wait to start my journey. I use to drive a 2 ton truck carrying oilfield equipment

  • @zot7242
    @zot7242 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The driver was awesome and refreshing to hear honest information.

  • @DustinBKerensky97
    @DustinBKerensky97 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    7:49 He's so right, we need to spend more money fixing up our roads.

    • @allysonhanks9159
      @allysonhanks9159 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello Dustin, how are you doing. I hope you are safe and in good health. Looking for a new friend and i saw your pic here. I hope you don't mind thank you.

  • @1bamboy
    @1bamboy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I work at a manufacturer and this man is exactly right. I'm in service and we get brand new units back that is unreal with the issues. But dealerships are notorious for letting a unit sit on their lot and fail to do any preventative maintenance. Which leads to alot of leaks and lot rot

    • @Mike-01234
      @Mike-01234 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just helped a friend buy a small new trailer couldn't believe the number of issues it had. We had to return the thing 2 days in a row. All they needed to do was create a punch list of things to check before customer comes to pick it up. As soon as he signed all the finance stuff the salesmen was nowhere to be found we were turned over to some other guys. The kid who was doing the walk around he had only been working there for a week said he had no experience with RV's. When we got it home the 12V system didn't even work tire sidewall had 2 goughes in it. The door gas shock was lose popped right out of the frame. The electrical lights were so dim turned out the wiring was messed up. They added electric brake controller didn't even calibrate it or show him how to use it. I get RV dealers are so busy that they can just do the minimal customer service but if and when I'm ready to buy I won't be going to that dealer.

    • @mikel9567
      @mikel9567 ปีที่แล้ว

      I think this here is the problem, no accountability. Factories need to stand behind their product rather than point fingers at the dealership and dealers need to step up and take responsibility if damage occurs on their lot. You have to remember that once these trailers arrive on a lot, you got customers walking through them.

  • @DavidBrown-jt7yi
    @DavidBrown-jt7yi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    He said that he likes to haul loads 36 feet or less. For a SRW truck that definitely is a good spot. Anything longer than that a dually would definitely be preferred. Not only that but dually's do have a larger expense in tires. Sounds like his Ram does the job. I was a little surprised to hear that 95% of the haulers use Ram truck. That engine is solid.

    • @jeremyechternach1247
      @jeremyechternach1247 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That number is not accurate at all when talking about all truck manufacturers. When it comes to Dodge only yes there is higher # of dually Dodge compared to SRW Dodge.

    • @SBF96
      @SBF96 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      His number was a little high. I’d say 60% and 40% of Ford and GM. That being said, the guys who have to most breakdowns are the RAM guys and it’s always stupid crap or one massive thing.

    • @dragoonTT
      @dragoonTT 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      A lot of F-350 DRW in the industry as well. I’m not going to throw out a percentage but I’m sure it’s more than 5%.

  • @I_Love_Quokkas
    @I_Love_Quokkas 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    If you run a modern diesel at operating temp properly without lots of short trips the emissions equipment should have a long life. And make sure you stay on top of maintenance.

    • @markbremmer8642
      @markbremmer8642 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Maintenance be is the key word here. I recently saw a RV transport video where the driver had to spend $7,000 on some repairs

  • @bdan3459
    @bdan3459 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I’m on my 2nd Grand design and almost no issues with both. 1st one 4 years of ownership and 2nd for 1 year. The second one hasn’t had one issue which is very rare. I recommend Grand Design as well.

    • @jasonlindstrand7338
      @jasonlindstrand7338 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Great brand but not close to a VanLeigh product.

  • @k7lvo
    @k7lvo 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I enjoyed the video! The illustration using dogs on leashes was great, but I’d like to add one thing: The poodle is controllable because it’s small, but an untrained poodle can still make you work, as it runs and bounces around. A little ~20 footer with a single axle is like that untrained poodle. A trailer with tandem axles, even if a bit longer, is the difference between an untrained poodle and a poodle that has been trained to heel.

  • @beverlyhigh620
    @beverlyhigh620 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    The Beacon is pretty, comfortable, but it's for long term use. Nice to have your advice validated because you do get what you pay for.

    • @allysonhanks9159
      @allysonhanks9159 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello Beverly, how are you doing. I hope you are safe and in good health. Looking for a new friend and i saw your pic here. I hope you don't mind thank you.

  • @RickandDarcirvadventures
    @RickandDarcirvadventures 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    This opened our eyes a lot. We want a motorhome but what that gentleman said could apply to motorhomes not just tt or 5th wheels.

  • @cindykeller9668
    @cindykeller9668 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    My Daddy was a long haul trucker. When he retired, he did this for many years. And loved it. As a matter of fact, he worked for this company.

  • @mariecasburn3895
    @mariecasburn3895 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    We worked for Indiana Transport and Starfleet for many years transporting trailers all over the lower 48 in all kinds of weather. The money is good and some of the trailers are the worst to all because of the rush job of the manufacturer. Walls .vent hoods,microwaves ,tvs.lights,etc. fall all the time. Luckily we were never blamed for any of it. It did teach us a lesson tho on which rvs to avoid like the black plague and which ones to buy. Rv transport is a fun job and a great one for retired people who want to travel.

  • @hansschotterradler3772
    @hansschotterradler3772 3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    Hmm, I plan to retire at 55; hauling trailers might be a nice little side gig until I can collect social security.

    • @georgepurdyiii307
      @georgepurdyiii307 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I retired in Jan. 40 years but I'm going cabin crazy!
      I'm thinking about doing the RV transporting thing.
      Yeah I'm on Social Security after 40 years of working and a job really screws with it but SS doesn't pay enough even after 40 years so a job will do me fine!
      But I'd rather do the powered units and tow my truck or fly back.
      But what would be even better if there are Class A owners that can't handle driving on really curvy roads and have someone experienced drive their unit to wherever they are going. Just pay me under the table! ;) !
      I have a video of where I drove my 74 feet of Freightliner and trailer to go paragliding in here. Feel free to go for a fun ride on a curvy, potholed road!
      Anyone have any ideas let me know.
      Blue skies and safe journey's

    • @ryand4533
      @ryand4533 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It’s is a lot of money in it also but you need a good rig and your own trailers.

    • @georgepurdyiii307
      @georgepurdyiii307 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ryand4533 thats why I'd rather drive As or Cs alone.

  • @jeff1281
    @jeff1281 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Love, how you get the no fluff - bare bones Guys to talk straight about their work and experiences. Great video!

  • @j.l.thomas3912
    @j.l.thomas3912 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Great video. I have my Springdale booked for a suspension upgrade in 2 weeks. I replaced the tires last summer. I have learned a lot from watching your videos.

  • @HailRider
    @HailRider 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Dually would be optimum. I had the longbox 3500 dually in 4x4 and it pulled our 5th wheel 35fter effortlessly. Was so smooth and we have the same hitch. Used to have the same truck in white that he has, but when I went to the dually it was so much better.

  • @badger6472
    @badger6472 ปีที่แล้ว

    I loved his comment about the status of the roads. Constant road construction and it never gets better.

  • @DB-dm6jl
    @DB-dm6jl 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Best set up for making great money in this business is having a semi with flat bed trailer that can take 2-4 trailers or a haul n tow truck. Haul n tow carries one trailer on top and tows the 2nd. trailer.

  • @chrisdanner8080
    @chrisdanner8080 3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    Looks like there was a consensus about the SRW this guy was pulling with. Makes me feel better about my 1 ton SRW

  • @nutmagnet22
    @nutmagnet22 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I wonder about deadhead miles with campers. I hauled heavy/ OD and empty miles really add to the yearly cost per mile. Great interview,he seems to have it together.

  • @daves913
    @daves913 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    My F350 2018 has 500,000 miles zero problems, I’ll keep my fingers crossed 🤞.

    • @Tsch6373
      @Tsch6373 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I may have missed it, is the truck a diesel? They'll run forever.

    • @daves913
      @daves913 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Tsch6373 yes 🙌

    • @JulyWillie
      @JulyWillie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @Dave S Do you have a dually or single? Does having a dulley cause more maintenance issues than a single?

    • @daves913
      @daves913 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@JulyWillie I have a dully, I’m not sure about the difference between a single or a dully, as far as reliability is concerned, from what I hear they’re both pretty good.

  • @darrinway3577
    @darrinway3577 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great discussion on windy conditions. That just set our limit; 25 sustained

  • @Augiebracerofam
    @Augiebracerofam 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Wonderful video and interview. Too bad it is bye to the beacon. Hope you catch him for a million interview on his truck. Have a great day.

  • @samiamcramer4truth
    @samiamcramer4truth 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great informative video. I am a born and raised Hoosier. I’m 63.
    I now spend most of my time in Florida , very Deep South East.
    I have a newer ‘19 Ford dually.
    I come home empty and drive back with near nothing. Couple times a year. I’ve thought about this. I have a commercial trucking company, Dot numbers and commercial insurance on the dually. I have a home in both Florida and Indiana.
    Don’t want to be busy all the time. Just when I want to be. Sounds like the perfect job. Been talking about it lately.

  • @JimmyGrl09
    @JimmyGrl09 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I think the two of you should work together always!!! Awesome info from the both of you!!! 🙂

  • @ronaldpigeon4713
    @ronaldpigeon4713 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I guess you truly are saddened about the Beacon leaving. Another, last of the RV. Chase it down and record it going down the highway...lol the information from the hauler is great. Sort of the other side of the story...thanks.

  • @ericsvalland4417
    @ericsvalland4417 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Just got back last week from a 3 week round trip vacation from NY to Calif and back. The I-90/I-80 cooridor was a frekkin artery of new RV's headed out to points west. Didn't matter if the hauler was pulling a lite TT pop-up, or a monster 5th wheel...they all had 1 ton diesel pickups with drw, and I doubt any of them went above 60mph.

    • @MrRod632
      @MrRod632 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I drive and live near by the manufactures and it's as hot as it gets right now.

    • @Chrisjames925
      @Chrisjames925 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      A lot of guys use 3/4 ton trucks. Unless you have a CDL then you are limiting yourself on what you can haul. Technically I can haul more with my 3/4 ton then a 1 ton dually with no CDL by law.

    • @johnpeters9793
      @johnpeters9793 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Chrisjames925
      What does "technically" mean??
      A 3/4 diesel with a 10k GVWR will have a payload of around 2k....a 10k 5th wheel's pin weight would use up all that.

    • @Chrisjames925
      @Chrisjames925 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@johnpeters9793 if you don’t have a CDL then you are limited to what you can tow. I can pull a 5th wheel with a GVWR of 16K lbs and be perfectly fine. Now if you take a 1 ton dually you will be limited to a 5th wheel/travel trailer with a gvwr of 11K lbs. CDL then you would go by the actual combined weight. So as a said technically a 3/4 ton is ideal for the transport business if you don’t have a CDL

    • @johnpeters9793
      @johnpeters9793 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Chrisjames925
      Lol....a trailer with a 16K GVWR weighs approx. 14k, which is aprox. a 2800 pound pin weight.
      You're "technically" overloading a 3/4 ton trucks payload "by law."

  • @benjaminestep8874
    @benjaminestep8874 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Really appreciate the work you put in to make quality informative videos. It's been a huge help in narrowing down what's the best fit for us. Thx

  • @iglapsu88
    @iglapsu88 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    This guy is good! Excellent interview!

  • @SmithFarmTilton
    @SmithFarmTilton 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I would watch an hour interview with this guy.

    • @Tsch6373
      @Tsch6373 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      You're right he certainly is an excellent speaker.

  • @lanceripplinger8352
    @lanceripplinger8352 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Cool, I always wondered how RV's get transported to dealers. 👍

  • @rbstorms
    @rbstorms 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Good to hear the the 2017 Ram is doing well. I, for one, am concerned with the amount of Fiat in these newer Rams. We have a 2009 that is doing fine at 250,000. We're certainly not piling on the miles, but when we do start looking for a new truck we'll be looking very carefully.

  • @ThankyouJesus3777
    @ThankyouJesus3777 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Vanleigh are the best by far. I'm a hauler and have hauled all of the newer models. Vanleigh models are manufactured in Burnsville Ms. They are pricey but are worth every penny.

  • @silvianyitray6
    @silvianyitray6 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Yes, makes me feel whole lot better as well.. with our 1 ton Ram dually diesel.

  • @FredSanford2003
    @FredSanford2003 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Thanks for the video - would love to know more about this guy and what he does. Does he have a channel as well?

  • @knittiotsavant
    @knittiotsavant 3 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    What a nice guy! Great interview.

  • @dpz9872
    @dpz9872 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    He didn't reveal much, there we're several questions he didn't directly answer.
    But the info he did give was spot on.
    Upgrading the tires and suspension on any rec trailer the day you get it like he said makes all the difference.
    I'd say RV's too.
    I have a 92 Fleetwood on a Ford chassis with 60k original miles and the only reason it's as solid as the day it was built is that the original owner dropped $5k in suspension tire and transmission upgrades into it new to pull his racing trailers.
    I did do a full appliance upgrade on it and reconfigure the rear to a king size bed.
    Kept the original custom 🏁 paint job and had it touched up and detailed.
    I'm second owner.
    Most people can't believe it's over 10 year's old let alone it's true 30.
    And most other's built the same year have rattled apart just going down the highway, mine I take semi off road. 👌
    Yupp. 🍺

  • @zachdoesreviews
    @zachdoesreviews 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    He’s full of it I work for Indiana Transport and since September I’ve added up almost a full months of not being able to work because of no loads lol

    • @KentuckyWindage22
      @KentuckyWindage22 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I drove for Horizon and that was my experience too.

  • @brandtclupper9355
    @brandtclupper9355 3 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    I did this job and it was not even 20% as good as this guy says he makes and yes you put about 100,000 miles a year. I netted about $35,000 but you are killing a $70,000 truck.

    • @robertcowden9484
      @robertcowden9484 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Your right all you do is wear out trucks

    • @Lestergreen77
      @Lestergreen77 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      That’s a pretty terrible payout

    • @Julio-jm8ld
      @Julio-jm8ld 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      So lets say $40,000 a year but you spend $80,000-$90,000 on a good truck and going up as years go by. Now that's 2 years pay and that's saying NO major repairs. The truck will last you 5 years tops if your lucky so unless you pay cash you will kill the truck before you finish paying it.

    • @christopherbeddoe406
      @christopherbeddoe406 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      You have some hardcore levels of depreciation and expenses you could write-off. I can't imagine taking on that much risk and liability with long hours transporting without decent compensation.

    • @SamC379
      @SamC379 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      This guy is claiming over 150,000 miles a year

  • @davesmith4479
    @davesmith4479 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Fascinating insight and perspective from that gentleman! I, too, have a '17 Ram 3500 -- Megacab with Aisin. Love the truck.👍

    • @josephcurreri9289
      @josephcurreri9289 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@davesmith4479 I love my first Gen Dodge, can't beat an inline cummins

  • @fewworddotrick
    @fewworddotrick 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Be interesting to know if he runs fuel additives. If there was ever a case to make for or against them a 500k mile engine with modern emissions systems would be it.

    • @markm0000
      @markm0000 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Just from idling in this video shows me he isn’t going to be needing any additives. That engine is going to be toast in a year.

    • @lesleyboeder1798
      @lesleyboeder1798 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@markm0000
      Right he has no idea what he is doing after putting 500k miles on a 2017 ram..

  • @Falcon-ug5sk
    @Falcon-ug5sk 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Glad he mentioned the best size fifth wheel for traveling in his opinion. I’m going to look into that as we discuss new trailers. What toyhauler does he own? How has it held up?
    Great interview thank you !!!

  • @CountryTesla
    @CountryTesla 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great! (My favorite BTBRV vid so far) More honest, firsthand, experienced interviews please!

  • @DavidSmith-ev1bd
    @DavidSmith-ev1bd 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I did RV transport for years. With Horizon and all of them. After wearing out a 70k truck for what a company driver makes in a semi. I went and bought one. Make 6-7k NET after fuel weekly and home every day. Power only. No logs. No sleeping in a pickup. 10 minutes at load and delivery. Hardly ever get out of the truck. Own several trucks. Couldn't imagine going back to RVs.

    • @Painfulwhale360
      @Painfulwhale360 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      What exactly do you
      Mean? You bought a semi and drive? I would really like to learn more about this. 6-7k weekly net AND home daily
      Is a HUGE deal to me as I have a wife and 4 kids.

  • @user-iu2yb7dd3d
    @user-iu2yb7dd3d 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Great video as always. I really appreciate his honest no bs responses to your questions. Good insights. You should talk with him again.

  • @VolkuhsPride
    @VolkuhsPride 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great interview, guy is right about mileage and gross. You can make more if you want to, depends on how much you want to do and how hard you want to push yourself. The right truck setup will push a million miles easy if maintained correctly.

  • @jos6216
    @jos6216 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great Video!!! great product.
    Am looking at buying a Class A Diesel, BUT if I change my mind, I will for sure look at the Van Leigh, the Luxe and New Horizon.
    Suggestion:
    Look at doing interviews with guys (boots on the ground) like him. Wealth of knowledge and Non Bias for the most part.
    Do interviews from multiple aspects and different brands for towing, service techs, sales, insurance, Camp Ground Owners and so on.
    That is where the rubber hits the road!!!! Thanks!!!!!!

  • @Shredxcam22
    @Shredxcam22 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    There's a reason commercial drivers buy dodges. Most the hot shots we have deliver at work drive them.

    • @earlstacey2709
      @earlstacey2709 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dodge hasn't built trucks in years. If I recall though maybe fiat owns ram??

    • @Shredxcam22
      @Shredxcam22 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@earlstacey2709 it was Mercedes. Fiat and now stellanis

  • @WJ4x4OR
    @WJ4x4OR 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Being on time and knowing what you're doing will always guarantee you a job

  • @blanksender7808
    @blanksender7808 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    WHOA, BREH pulls heavy stuff, we should all look up to him

  • @somemedic
    @somemedic 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have been going to the RV shows for years looking at trends and what the market is offering. I live in NW Indiana just outside Mishawaka where a large portion of the factories are. I've been to Indy, Chicago, and South Bend including the RV museum show.
    I'm glad I ran across this video. What that driver says is absolutely correct.
    The mass produced campers from 5th wheels to high dollar motorhomes aren't well made. How many times I've seen the show units with easy fixes yet they still took them to the show with fitment issues.
    If you don't have an eye for detail before I buy it...
    The saving grace from what I have noticed is that there is a wave of teardrops that are built for off road camping that are solid units. CampInn out of Neceeda WI looks like a small Airstream (those seem to be well made still) and are turned out on an to order basis. Great lil unit. NuCamps teardrops seem well made also along with Bean and Taxa. These campers are a little more expensive than others but you should be able to pass on to your kids with little maintenance.

  • @tomahawksteak6672
    @tomahawksteak6672 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I ve had both drw and currently a srw. I like the srw better for snow and alot better front tire wear over the dually. My ram dually would ruin a front tire every 5k miles. Even alignment jobs didn't fix it. So I went with a srw.

    • @jackpullan9428
      @jackpullan9428 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Weird. I just hit 5k (4k of which towing) with my RAM dually and my front tires are like new, literally. You can even still see the color markings within the treads from the factory.

    • @mikepdx6012
      @mikepdx6012 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      May need to rotate them more often or your ball joints were going out

    • @Christopher-et7bc
      @Christopher-et7bc 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thats a bunch of bs. Why would the front tires wear out on a dually faster than a srw. Sounds like you had front end problems with your dually.

    • @tomahawksteak6672
      @tomahawksteak6672 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah it was bs . Brand new truck and it wore the passenger side tire real bad. Dealer changed ball joints around 27k miles and tires rotated every 5k miles.

  • @Ali-iq4bb
    @Ali-iq4bb 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    F450 you can’t go wrong! They pull and you don’t feel a load. I’ve done dodge. Feels like/sounds like a semi. Pulling capacity is not near the same.

  • @northernlights880
    @northernlights880 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I've been living in a 35' 03 King of the Road 3 axle, still in great condition, I pulled for Synergy Trans. With a 5500 Ram sleeper

    • @timbrown5582
      @timbrown5582 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Did you tow or multi haul and which is better?

  • @XploreAz
    @XploreAz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +113

    This guy didn't know he was subscribed to your channel because nobody has ever seen you. Haha!

  • @mattc3169
    @mattc3169 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    What a beautiful trailer that was. Whoever buys/bought it will be very happy I’m sure.

  • @biglowsd
    @biglowsd 3 ปีที่แล้ว +52

    Interesting he has a SRW, wish he mentioned why with that much hauling

    • @JohnnyAnderson1
      @JohnnyAnderson1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      yup I was wondering the same thing

    • @dedalliance1
      @dedalliance1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      Less tires to buy and it doesn't matter to people who know how to drive.

    • @JohnnyAnderson1
      @JohnnyAnderson1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      @@dedalliance1 buuuuuut it matter when you pull into a scale and your over weight on the rear axle.....??

    • @dedalliance1
      @dedalliance1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

      @@JohnnyAnderson1 You don't overload your truck then. These newer trucks have a lot of payload and typically if you're towing new campers they're not going to be loaded with gear or water or propane and you're only going to have 1 person in the truck with not a whole lot of gear so you're running pretty light.

    • @daviddouglass7662
      @daviddouglass7662 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      95% of guys that do this, drive a Ram. Interesting.

  • @dkgoff
    @dkgoff 3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    What a great, candid interview! No nonsense and great content!

  • @olivergunn2796
    @olivergunn2796 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This has lots of wholesome energy

  • @Blackshirtsguru
    @Blackshirtsguru 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Another reason why I love my Dodge Ram!

  • @gmqz
    @gmqz 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow! We tried to work with Horizon recently, but they only do drive-away for our RV. I was so sad. I really wish the freight industry would do away with the brokers, because the truckers and the shippers deserve better.

  • @crazyprepper5400
    @crazyprepper5400 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    But you wouldn't even know if this dude didn't tell. Just this unit is amazing

  • @PracticallySquared1
    @PracticallySquared1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Would've loved to hear his answer to the brands he's seen good luck with. I'm new to the camping/trailer game and have no idea which route to go. I know I want a fifth wheel and don't want to break the bank per say but I also don't mind spending a little more for something thats built right. I have a 2020 f250 6.7 powerstroke.

    • @jwtrucker
      @jwtrucker 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I transported for Jayco. I never had issues with Jayco. I own a Jayco travel trailer that 10yrs old.

  • @heyRex
    @heyRex 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a cool guy with great insight

  • @casperhoss2952
    @casperhoss2952 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! I'd love to do that for a living. I used to drive tractor trailer and drove fire trucks for 31 years. That would be an awesome job!!!

  • @SlowMomentum
    @SlowMomentum 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Excellent Video Proud of our Drivers at Horizon Transport I’ve been with Horizon for 17 yrs and will answer any questions about getting Started in the Transport Business...Thanks for the Video

  • @colejames8179
    @colejames8179 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dodge pickups made their stand in 2005 and 2006 during the catrina relief debacle. I worked for Lake Country Transport out of Clinton MO. Those dodge diesels kept the tires turning making money the Fords and Chevys well I’ll put it this way we passed a lot of them broke down on the sides of the road but my dodge kept rolling on.

  • @robertlawler1387
    @robertlawler1387 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Great job for someone retired and already owns a truck. Never once got a backhaul. So split your mileage pay in half.

    • @allysonhanks9159
      @allysonhanks9159 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hello Bob, how are you doing. I hope you are safe and in good health. Looking for a new friend and i saw your pic here. I hope you don't mind thank you.

    • @robertlawler1387
      @robertlawler1387 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@allysonhanks9159 Sorry my dad was Bob,I'm just Rob.

    • @allysonhanks9159
      @allysonhanks9159 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@robertlawler1387 Hi Robert nice to meet you here

    • @robertlawler1387
      @robertlawler1387 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@allysonhanks9159 Hi there

    • @allysonhanks9159
      @allysonhanks9159 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@robertlawler1387 how are you

  • @rowlandgray5029
    @rowlandgray5029 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I've owned 10 in my life and been pulling 5th wheels since 1973 and have a 38 ft now (pulled now since i was 16 now 70) and wow the shit that comes out of the factory is amazing and I have owned many different makes. I have never yet bought one yet that hasn't had some major issues and to get em fixed I doing myself. As far as transfer I know several guys that do it and I am not so sure on how much they make as I've heard many horror stories from them and they also own their rigs as well......... vs with maint of your truck etc. Ones like hes talking about agree you need nothing less than a 1 ton and even then my tongue weight empty 2210 lbs so its more than what the DOD recommends/Manufacture suggests. And yes I have a diesel as my gas model would pull it but not like a diesel. ( I have also done alot to my 1 Ton for ride/pulling)

  • @RavensHater007
    @RavensHater007 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Can we get more interviews from folks like this? Awesome vid!

  • @flippinghillbillies5856
    @flippinghillbillies5856 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Been doing this for long time with flat bed. Haul 2-5 campers at once! I’d never do anything else.

    • @650tonyd
      @650tonyd 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Who do you work for? I'm interested

  • @joeylong5489
    @joeylong5489 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just want to say my grandparents bought a 2012 Springdale and payed $21000 in 2012 and still have it today. Had a tire blow but that was.going through a construction zone and just had the electric code replaced because of of faulty wiring was of having it offer 9 years. But more expensive, less produce per year brands do last longer

  • @frankdank7507
    @frankdank7507 3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    “The pay is incredible. I make more money than the VPs of most companies.” So, right off the batt, we know that this guy doesn't let the truth stand in the way of a good story.

    • @b.dwaynearmstrong577
      @b.dwaynearmstrong577 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Then he said that hot shots make 8 times more than him but it more hassle.

    • @lawrencehaugen8894
      @lawrencehaugen8894 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@costaet So a junior software engineer at your company makes over $300k per year?

    • @mennomiller2918
      @mennomiller2918 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I'm not impressed, I hauled rvs and you can't pay the bills with it

  • @leemorales3884
    @leemorales3884 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    36 foot trailer hauled by a either a Dually Ford F350, Chevy/Isuzu 3500, or RAM 3500 Dually... Got it, Thanks buds.

  • @twinchantillytiffanysbenny8852
    @twinchantillytiffanysbenny8852 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love my 2500 cummins! It’s going on 15 years old w/ 108,000 miles so I know I have many many more years with my truck!

    • @andyharman3022
      @andyharman3022 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I don't think my Cummins was broken in until after 200k miles.

    • @MrPland1992
      @MrPland1992 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@andyharman3022 you’re a clown if you believe that

  • @Bigdaddyslasher
    @Bigdaddyslasher 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I couldn't find a Ram SRW 3500 with an Aisin so I went with a DRW after I sold my 2012 SRW. I love my Cummins.

  • @timstrouse9357
    @timstrouse9357 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This guy is correct about the bad roads in our country. My wife and I took a 7 month road trip throughout the USA (pre-covid) when certain congressional leaders were bulking at fixing the infrastructure. I maintained that this California congresswoman really needed to drive to DC to see just how bad the roads are. She didn't, of course, but now you see these same leaders wanting to go more into debt for infrastructure that could have been repaired a couple years ago.

  • @genek121973
    @genek121973 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Unless you're retired with a second income, forget about RV transport for the companies up in Indiana. You're better off delivering units for a dealership. The pay is much better.

  • @lynnwilson1797
    @lynnwilson1797 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    When I got my brand new Montana 5th wheel home I noticed one of the slide-outs wasn't closed all the way. It lacked about 4" from being fully closed. The kitchen island had been mounted 5" too close to the sofa side. I never got an answer as to how that had happened from the dealer or Keystone!

  • @rong180
    @rong180 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I am surprised that he’s not running with rear airbags on the truck.

    • @nooneyouknowhere6148
      @nooneyouknowhere6148 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      The newer Ram trucks in 3/4 and 1 ton have really good load capacity. Of course a dually would be nice.

    • @heariam7557
      @heariam7557 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Agree! We had 7.3 power stroke single real wheel for our 39' but I wanted dually...found an '04 ram 3500 5.9 already with airbags...I believe you need both airbags and dually

  • @ThoseWhoGlampTogether
    @ThoseWhoGlampTogether 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    What a great interview! Appreciate you posting this! Sharing this!!

  • @jonathangreene941
    @jonathangreene941 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Pull over and take a nap when ever you want lol

  • @scottr2224
    @scottr2224 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My 40 ft VL Vilano is pulled full-time with a 2018 Ram 3500 DWR. Great truck-great rig!

  • @franklogan494
    @franklogan494 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great Interview JD!! Real people, telling it the way it is.

  • @Masterchief68a
    @Masterchief68a 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It was a real beauty! Can’t wait to see what you got coming next!

  • @grc5618
    @grc5618 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    That guy is blowing a lot of hot air...😆

  • @eadam2582
    @eadam2582 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just hit 500,000 on my 2012 F350 with no major repairs, only normal maintenance. I'm hoping to hit 1.3 million like that older hot shot Ford guy that I saw on TH-cam, or at least 1 million!

  • @wushock92
    @wushock92 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Thanks for this video, JD. I've been toying with idea of getting into RV transport. One company that actually approached me requires a 1-ton 4x4 dually wiith a 5th wheel minimum for a tow rig.

    • @budirwin9825
      @budirwin9825 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Most do however he maybe one of the long time haulers for the company. Benefit for time served. Also they need owners badly...

    • @KristiLEvans1
      @KristiLEvans1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I got a 1 ton 4x4 dually. Just wish I had the driving skill

    • @markwilliams4525
      @markwilliams4525 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@KristiLEvans1 you'll figure it out

  • @trickmytractor7187
    @trickmytractor7187 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My opinion RV towing will get you 2 things
    Worn out truck & broke
    (50+ years trucking)

    • @KentuckyWindage22
      @KentuckyWindage22 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      From my experience towing travel trailers for a living I can say you are correct.