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Interesting concept, someone would be driving in the cab and someone would be driving in the sleeper;)

B.S. statement , no malice inteaded, was just in response to x06col. I am actually sifting through the majority of the of the postings on this sight making sure I understand the poster's point of view, agenda if any, and the experience level of driving and managing in this biz. With some...

Thanks Phil, Very informative. I am surprised the recruiter I spoke to did not mention the annuual revenue averages spread sheet. I'll definately call to get a copy. Since your in the white glove program I would like to get your opinion on what another O/O said about the program. "I would...

Yes a "D" unit. The mileage was a swag on my part. I couldn't get the recruiter pinned down on how he computated the revenue. An estimate on what a truck would make at 75% avail and 75% acceptance is probably a better target. Thanks

I spoke to a FEDEX CC recruiter and he stated that a 22' straight truck, team operated, available 90% accepting 60% of the loads would make $145,671. I plan on owning the truck and using independent drivers. The following is for the scrutiny of the masses. monthly Rev: 12139 monthly Var cost...

Your right the BS is thick and it's hard to sift to the truth. I do take to heart the consensus that 7 and 7 will not work. I will continue my homework. It looks like this business is a money maker for both the driver and owner if it's managed properly. Darrell A young CW4

Great feedback!! It looks like I won't be able to define an on/off work schedule. for you long time veterans out there what keeps quality people driving for a company, besides great pay? Are there plenty people out there that are willing to be on the road 21 days a pop and then home for 4...

RE: I wonder why you want into this business and what you expect out of it? Most fleet owners have been drivers and either expand to more than one truck or have to get out of the driving part for one reason or the other and find someone to drive for them. If your simply looking to make a few...

Thanks, There are alot of tough decisions to make. Primarily figuring out a way to keep quality people by providing a fair pay scale and getting them home on a regular basis. 7 and 7 may not be the answer. Per my original post ideally I would prefer a dedicated team for my future trucks, but...

The truck would be based in Detroit. To off set the good and bad weeks I would offer quarterly profit sharing with the teams. This would essential equalize the pay. Thanks to all for the feed back. Please keep it coming!

Just to clarify, the truck would always be in service. The truck would be driven by an "A" team for 7 days and a "B" team for 7 days. The better question to ask is, would it be lucrative for the teams to be on that schedule? Thanks for the response.

I will be starting in to the biz next year and looking to contract with FEDEX CC, CON-WAY or LANDSTAR. I am planning on buying a truck and contracting the operators. Optimally I'll be looking for one dedicated team per truck that will be able to accept at least 60% of the loads offered to...