Hotshot Trucking Equipment | Everything You Need To Start | Non-CDL Hotshot Trucking
ฝัง
- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 6 ก.พ. 2025
- Hotshot Trucking Equipment | Everything You Need To Start | Non-CDL Hotshot Trucking
Support the channel by subscribing, sharing, and leaving your feedback in the comments 💯
Macc Transport and Logistics website:
www.macctransp...
MTL Lease-On Inquiry
www.macctransp...
1-on-1 Consultation
www.macctransp...
Dispatching Services
form.jotform.c...
Some of the links in this video/description are affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links and make a purchase, I may receive a small commission. This helps support the channel and allows me to continue to make videos like this. Thank you for your support!
Factoring (Get Paid Fast)
otrsolutions.c...
HotShot Trucking Essentials
www.amazon.com...
Securement Items with Mytee Products
shorturl.at/dfoAM
Truck Stop Load board
partners.truck...
DAT Load Board First 30 Days Free (Choose your option)
www.truckersed...
www.dat.com/exp...
www.dat.com/pow...
Fuel Card
www.rtsinc.com...
Motive ELD
blue.mbsy.co/6...
Cobra electronics (CB radio)
shareasale.com...
Company Swag: Queensboro
www.queensboro...
Virtual Address:
ipostal1.com/?...
1800- Accountant (CPA)
shareasale.com...
Incfile: Get your LLC here
shareasale.com...
Hotshot Macc social media:
Get connected zaap.bio/hotsh...
Instagram / hotshot_macc
Facebook / hotshotmacc
TikTok / hotshot_macc
Mrs. Hotshot Macc social media:
Get connected zaap.bio/MilaMacc
Instagram / mrs.hotshotmacc
Facebook / mrs.hotshotmacc
TikTok / mrs.hotshotmacc
Community Resources:
Facebook Group / hotshottrucking101
Clubhouse www.clubhouse....
*Serious Business Inquiries Contact me*
Email: admin@hotshotmacc.com
*I am a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
#dayinthelife #owneroperator #hotshottrucking #roadlife #hotshot #hotshothauling #ramtrucks #ram2500cummins #cummins #diy #diytruckcamper #truckconversion #trucks #trucklife #cargo #freight #pjtrailers #hotshotlife #hotshottruckinglife #womenintrucking #womeninlogistics #dispatching #frenchbulldog #truckingbusiness #noncdlhotshot
I just bought everything you suggested (plus a couple other items) from Amazon and it was almost $3k as of 6-17-22 incase anyone was wondering about the investment cost. Thank you for your advice and sharing your knowledge. I’m getting on the road soon here as well!
Is Amazon the most cost efficient
@@blaquespan5316no search around I bought c channel on ebay for 75 shipped vs 100 shipped amazon, same seller , same item
Thanks brother for helping all of us and educating us in this industry
I learn something new everyday watching your videos I appreciate 🙏🏾
That’s what’s up bro! 🙏🏽
About to get rolling using this stuff as well as a few other items for specialty I’ll need from a customer of mine. Very much appreciated!!
Glad to help! Good luck
Hey brother I work in a Rigging company and we use flatbed. If u dont have enough velcro tie ups, or they break and u dont want to spend the money on new ones u don't need dem..once u hook up the straps and begin to ratchet stop before they get tight. Grab the ends of your excess strap and fold them over , and over until u get near the end. Then take that excess strap and tuck them into the hole underneath the ratchet and then finish tightening the ratchet. It will stay put without flapping and look very uniformed.wish I could give u a visual but u look like a smart cat and I think will get it with just the description. Subbed by the way. Looking to start hot shotting in two years after im finished stacking my dough. Keep up the great content homi💪
Man I appreciate you explaining this to me. I think I know exactly what your talking about with how to secure the excess strap. I was showed how to do it the other day. Thanks for the support brotha. Keep grinding and stacking. You doing the right thing!
Seen a lot of hotshot TH-cam videos. You're the best in my opinion. Very informative 👏 👌
Man I appreciate that feedback brother. Much love homie!
Spare fuses is a must aswell..
Most definitely!
Good information my brother, I just got my CDL license so in a few months I’ll be starting on the HotShot business.
Thanks!
Hey bro thanks for your support! It means a lot!
Starting out is expensive. I am managing with most of that gear. Bought near another 1000 worth last minute.
Chains Ain't cheap . I have smaller straps for stupid things to be held out of the way.
I have six 2 inch straps, five 4 inch 10 edge protectors, 40 bungies in 15" and 30"
Four varying size tarps.
Four 8 foot 4x4
Two 4 foot 4x4
4 2x6 . Glad I brought them found a use.
4 10 foot chains
6 binders
Two 20 foot chains.
And the wife keeping everything in order even though it drives me crazy. .
Get tarps and moving blankets from Harbor Freight. They are cheap and easy to get on the road when needed. They also have some chains and straps.
Thanks for the tip but I’ll rather mine from Myteeproducts much better quality
Thanks, Tim. All you showed very helpfull. Respect your effort.
Glad it was helpful! Your welcome!
You made everything a lot clearer. Thanks very much for the live video. You help me out a lot appreciate you.
Appreciate you watching and supporting the channel!
wonderful wonderful video...much thanks. need more concise and to the point vids on hotshotting like this. kudos
You’re welcome brother! Planning on getting back to doing more videos like this again!
Thank you so much this is extremely helpful. Bravo🙏😊.
Please make a video on truck maintenance even if its a 2 min video, but would like to see and hear on your opinion such as when to change oil, fuel filters, air filter, tires and many more things that many truck drivers run into. That would also be helpful. Thanks.
Hey bro glad you found the video helpful! I’ll definitely take that into consideration, that’s actually a great idea for a video. Coming soon!
@@HotshotMacc 🙏
Man what an awesome video thank you for another great video and giving back. Us new guys appreciate the golden nuggets of information!
WOW you are a pro.i love yals videos I always watch your videos thank you.
Thanks for watching! Here's to more videos 🔥
Love your video. Thanks for the help. Look forward to checking out your other videos!
Thanks so much for the support! I’m glad the video was helpful. I appreciate you checking out my other content-hope you find more useful info and tips there. Stay tuned and take care!
Great info for the newbie like me
I needed this info so I can start to build my trailer over the winter while driving for my son
Keep the videos coming
Just listed and priced out everything you displayed, thanks bro this helps big time
Glad I could help!
Hotshot Mac, you're on a good tract ! Thank you for sharing and caring. Hebrews 13:16.
I appreciate that
Thank you so much!!! This video was so informative. I'm in the process of starting my hotshot company now.
Thanks for watching 🙏🏽💯
I really like the way you teach
Thank you! I'm glad you find the teaching style helpful.
Hey buddy… good video and thanks. How about equipment for inside your truck? Inverter? Fax machine? Fridge? 1-2kw generator? ELD? TV? Sleeping arrangements? Where you mount the fire extinguisher? Etc etc…
I did a video like that not too long ago. Its the tour video of my cdl set up.
Hot shot is all I'm seeing on the load board! I'm looking into getting my LLC and getting into the non CDL trucking industry. And I've been looking for box truck load boards just to see the demand and they all want hot shot for their loads so far. Is there load apps just for box trucks or should I just get a truck
Amazing vid bro! I've been thinking about starting this non cdl driver and been watching all your vids and this one helps outs the most on what tools we need to start off thanks
Appreciate the support bro and glad this one helps out!
Beautiful setup!
Thank you
Thanks man big help.
We appreciate all these helpful and informative videos bro! Keep them coming and stay safe out there!
No doubt bro! Appreciate the support 💯
Hey broth, I’m new subscriber 🇭🇳 🇭🇳🇭🇳
Welcome to the channel 🙏🏽
What about the truck can you do a video with like what vehicle you use the gooseneck and everything else
Love your videos! very informative, well-made, and helpful. Keep 'em coming!
Thanks, will do!
Love to watch your videos.
Glad you like them!
Hayyy M&M! Thanks for another awesome video! From Chris & Slim!
🔥
Very helpful starting up out of Utah
How did it go?
Thank U Tim, good example of success!
🙏🏽
6 straps is a good minimum for a 30 ft trailer. Dot Minimum is 1 every 10ft I believe but you should definitely double up.
You can never have enough in my opinion just bc commodities can vary often. And 2 straps within the first 5ft then 1 every 10ft.
Thank you once again my brother. I’m definitely looking at this industry.
No problem bro. Thanks for watching
Thank You! Karga Transport just beginning 🙏🏼❤️
Your welcome! You’ll do great out there! Thanks for the support!
Very good video. Very informative, thanks
Thanks for watching! Glad it helps
Nice. You should do vid of how you store all that stuff.
Great Idea!
Thank you so much for the info you are giving! is their any way you can make a video on the legal side (licenses, certificates, medical card etc?,.) of the hotshot truck industry? tahnk you for taking your time on giving details!
Your welcome. I did a similar video to your request as well. It’s from when I was leased on and what you need but I should do an updated video on it. Thanks for watching!
Absolutely awesome about the safety equipment and tiedowns perfect I like the idea I’m looking forward to more information it has been years work and now I’m back in it and I want to stay there thank you very much you’re awesome
Appreciate that bro
Appreciate you, great video!
I appreciate it man.
Thank you, HUGE. HELP!
Glad it helped!
Thanks so much man this helped out so much .. stay safe bro
Glad it was helpful brotha!!
Great stuff brother, although I do have my CDL I’m still considering all the advice and suggestions. Peace and blessings Sir 🤞🏿
Appreciate that bro! Getting my CDL soon bro 💪🏽💯
Great video bro. You can see the growth. I should have my truck n trailer buy the end of this yr or beginning of next. 2 hrs of hou but also got a spot n Sugarland if ya ever wanted to expand....
I have my cdl and need some help trying to get started in the H
Good infor. Thank you
Glad it was helpful!
Great video, very helpful 👍🏾
Glad it was helpful!
This was a great video!! Thanks
Thanks for the informational video!
Thanks bro for your videos amazing more blessings for you
Hey Tim I noticed you use a 2500 with a 35 ft trailer is it possible for me to use a 3500 Dodge with a 40 ft trailer 35 + 5 I'm trying to get into this business
Appreciate the video really a lot of help explaining what’s involved
Most definitely!
Awesome video man, I only have 2" straps and have been denied a load because they required 4" straps so definitely need to grab some of those. Also great tip on the Velcro, I've just been using the zip ties and carry my snips religiously haha. On a personal note I just got off the phone with the DOT officer and I officially just passed my new entrant safety audit so I'm super stoked on that. Its only been two months since my numbers went live so they weren't waiting around to give me that haha
Man I appreciate that bro and huge congrats on passing the new entrant audit! That 🔥 bro! Lol I used to walk around with the snips myself too until I lost them and said there’s gotta be another way lol. But good stuff bro I love to hear this good news. Appreciate your support 💪🏽💯
@@HotshotMacc where in the Caribbean you from?!
Hey Tim. Great walkthru of your securement items. Very helpful We are wondering why you qualify this at the beginning as a non-CDL setup. Won't we need mostly all the same things as one who has their CDL if they are operating the same setup (32' trailer)? I guess if you're at 40', then maybe you need some more 4' straps? Once again, awesome set of videos you produce.
Appreciate the feedback. I mentioned this for a non cdl setup similar to mine bc this is what worked for me and I was never short and needed more. I know for a cdl setup that more chains would be needed to maximize the additional freight you can haul. More 4’ straps for a longer trailer etc. but just my experience 🫡💯
@@HotshotMacc Thanks for the reply Tim. Just what I thought. We’re in the process of getting our CDL (skills test on Saturday.) Have the 40’ trailer and Ram 3500 ready to roll. Need to fill out the rest of the securement items, get the DOT inspection and complete all the rest of the details such as the IRP, IFTA, install the decals, etc. You know, the devil is in the details.
As to you, hope your staying after your pressure.
Also wanted to say that I know the amount of time and effort that goes into producing your channel, and I can say for most of us that we really appreciate what you do for the hotshot community by chronicling your journey. Thanks!!!
Florida CDL company team driver 18 wheeler 3 day trips otr $1200 each , 10 day trips to Florida to California and back $2400 each ....all miles payed
Armellini Express
Like your jive brah keep safe at ya from the other side of the world NEW ZEALAND
That’s what’s up bro.. Thanks for flowing the journey
Great information.. thank you Mac!! You are the man..
Thanks bro 🔥
Great video my man!! Thanks for sharing!!!
Thanks bro
Thanks for sharing this very helpful information…… KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK….!!!!
🙏🏽
GREAT VIDEO!!! Thank you very much for this it is much needed fa sho.
Thanks for watching
I found this video to be very helpful. Thanks.
Glad it was helpful.
What's up Macc it's me from tiktok my name is or picture is BUILT thanks for all this info ! Watched all your YT vlogs in one day . 👋😊
That’s what’s up bro! Welcome to the macc fam
Thanks bro for the video I would have never know how many moving blankets that is needed so I'm adding that to my list of things to get
Glad I could help!
Greetings...I'm learning something new on every video u put out. Note taking...which is good.
I did notice on another video u used a black tarp with ring midside..where u buy that and size? What size are ur blankets
Hi, thank you for following the journey.
The tarp size is 27x16 super light weight 14 oz. I have the links for the blanket (Amazon) and tarps on my description.
What size truck do you have bro? I’m new to this and this was very informative.
3/4 ton truck. Ram 2500 Lonestar is the truck in this video. I’ve upgraded to a 5500 since them
I was just watching your video on TH-cam
Thanks!
What store are you recommending that offers the discount when mentioning your name?
What's dunnage for? @6:40
Appreciate these tip videos, thanks G!
Dunnage is wood that they use to place freight on in order to help with loading and unloading with a forklift. You’re welcome fam! Glad it helps 🫡
New subscriber - great content!
Thank you for watching
Hot Shot Mac
Thank you.
🙏🏽
Trying to start up with hot shot soon . Any Advice?
Macc, whats the difference, between non cdl and cdl set up? Ken!! Oh!!
The difference is the amount of weight you can scale, the different taxes and permits you may need to pay, as well as regulations.
Copy that!! Thanks!! Macc!!Ken!! Oh!!✌🏿
My tee has the best cost and extremely fast shipping!!
Yes they do!
@@HotshotMacc great stuff, got my “stuff” together! CDL hotshot, F350 w 40’ trailer. Awaiting IPR and IFTA registration next week. Just out of Army and hitting the road July 1. See you out there!
Very informative video brotha thank you!!
Thanks for watching!
I just watched your equipment video. I am wondering how you are doing NON CDL hotshot with a 40" trailer and the size of truck you have in the video. I am just starting out, but from everything I have found, that truck and trailer would put you over the 26001 weight limit for NON CDL. Any information would be very much appreciated.
I run a big Tex 33. Truck and Trailer is over 13000 . My GCVWR is 24,700, and am under 26000
It all depends on the type of equipment you purchased. You have to due your due diligence to understand the GVWR and Combine rating. I have a video explaining me the non-cdl in depth.
Hi, why would you carry straps ratchets when you have your ratchet winch already installed on your trailer? Sorry i don't understand
Because sometimes I may need more than the winches already installed.
@@HotshotMacc thank you
Thanks very helpful
Glad it helped!
Great video appreciate the breakdown. I'm in the process of starting a owner operator hauling business myself. Just waiting on my trailer to be finished. Do you work under someone's authority? Or you have your own?
A very good video, listing the prices would of taken it to another level.
Thanks bro! True maybe next time
Hello sir u mentioned we should have Dunnage how much the dimensioned? Are u encourage me to start hotshot now?the best size and market demand how long should be the trailer ?thank u brother I will buy from ur website
Im doing some research for a project. What are some of the biggest operational headaches you guys deal with daily? Ive heard BOL generation, and sending invoices is a headache.
Absolutely, managing Bills of Lading (BOLs) and sending invoices can indeed be challenging. Additionally, coordinating timely deliveries, navigating traffic and road conditions, and ensuring compliance with regulations are also significant operational headaches in our daily operations. Each day brings its challenges!
How much weight the trailer? No CDL requires? Nice video. Thanks
Thanks! The trailer is about 7k lbs. No CDL required
Hey brother, your trailer GVWR is over 10k lbs. Why is everyone telling me of you tow over 10k GVW you're required to have a CDL? I'm very confused on this and can't get a straight answer! You look like you know what you're doing and are very organized. Thanks for sharing!
Are you in California by any chance? The federal CDL requirements only mention trailer GVWR with regards to pulling a trailer under a Class B CDL...if the power unit is greater than 26k GVWR but the trailer is 10k GVWR or under, you only need a Class B, but if the trailer is any heavier you need a Class A. California appears to require a Class A any time a trailer over 10K GVWR is used for hire
@@keithmerryfield8935 thanks for the reply. No I'm in Florida, but I travel midwest and NY. No Cali though. But everyone tells me I'm supposed to have a cdl for anything towing over 10k gvwr if it's commercial. If it's personal then 14k gvw for the trailer. Obviously total is 26k, but the 10k gvwr trailer rule applies first if you are commercial. I'm just trying to figure out how he doesn't need a CDL, if I'm missing something
www.fmcsa.dot.gov/regulations/title49/section/383.5
I operate a GCVWR of
Any enhancement to the brakes on the truck?
I didn’t have any enhancements.
Quick ? You pay the same money for insurance if you had cdl commercial?
Cool video driver,thank you.
Thanks for the support l!
I’m shopping for a used F450. I realize that a 2x4 would get better mileage… but all i can find are 4x4’s. Is there an advantage to just going with a 4x4??
I personally prefer 4x4 since you don't know what type of terrain you will be driving through especially while hauling. It can save you from getting stuck
What's the cost to enter this kinda work. To get get start and information of how to get started. I'm a disabled combat vet and can't do normal kind of work. I am really interested in this if anyone could help with advice
Hey! The cost to get started in hotshot trucking can vary, but you'll need to consider expenses for a truck, trailer, insurance, and licensing. If you're a disabled combat vet, there are resources and programs that might help with funding and support. I'd recommend checking out veteran support organizations and local trucking associations for more detailed advice and assistance. Keep pushing forward-there’s a lot of support out there to help you get started! THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE!
Where do you store all your equipment when not in use?
In the trailer toolbox and a few bin in the bed of my truck
Thank you for this brother
You bet!
What kind of truck and trailer do u got?
What truck do you drive? Great post 🛐
I used to drive the Red Ram 2500 you see in this video but now I drive a Ram 5500 CDL setup
@@HotshotMacc thanks buddy🫡
Is it a certain type of winchI need for my sliding winch.. if so do you know the size and good brand?! I’m setting the sliding c rail on my big tex
myteeproducts has them or a trailer shop.
Who you use for insurance and how much cargo insurance you got ?
We have Progressive as our Commercial insurance. Rate will vary by state
If your a non cdl driver is it the same idea as just driving like your hauling a boat rather then a simi?
Do need to still get medical card, EDL, truck/ trailer inspection?
No, non cdl hotshot still needs almost everything a semi does. It’s still a commercial vehicle. There are a few things you don’t have to worry about like a CDL operator like a drug consortium and ifta.
I want start my business how you can recommend truck and trailer non cdl
Great video and information.