Is there money in expediting with an Arecell van?

BobWolf · Jun 27, 2013

I am kicking arround the idea of picking up a Chevy or GMC areocell van 14' or 16' body finnish out the first 4 or 5 feet for a sleeper and have 10 to 12 feet for cargo I figure 6 skid spots. Wanted to know what the avg GVW is on this and how much can I LEAGALY AND SAFELY CARRY. Loading untill the body scuffs the tires is not part of the plan.

Bob Wolf.

Murraycroexp · Jun 27, 2013

I'll certainly be following this threat. I like the trucks but I have no interested in a CMV/log truck.

asjssl · Jun 27, 2013

BobWolf said:
I am kicking arround the idea of picking up a Chevy or GMC areocell van 14' or 16' body finnish out the first 4 or 5 feet for a sleeper and have 10 to 12 feet for cargo I figure 6 skid spots. Wanted to know what the avg GVW is on this and how much can I LEAGALY AND SAFELY CARRY. Loading untill the body scuffs the tires is not part of the plan.

Bob Wolf.

Make sure to add a door pocket for your log book..

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OntarioVanMan · Jun 28, 2013

I don't know why previous posters mentioned log book?... I have 13 feet and can carry 6 skids...what up guys?

CVing is tough act Bob....some former straight drivers can not make the adjustment...

highway star · Jun 28, 2013

OntarioVanMan said:
some former straight drivers can not make the adjustment...

Learning how to cut hot dogs in half isn't as easy as you'd think...

Moot · Jun 28, 2013

Star, you should share your recipe for wiener water soup.

OntarioVanMan · Jun 28, 2013

highway star said:
Learning how to cut hot dogs in half isn't as easy as you'd think...

now doing that whilst driving and not cutting your hand off ...a real professional! LOL

tenntrucker · Jun 28, 2013

Log books is what separates the "real"expediters from the.......well you fill the blank.

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highway star · Jun 28, 2013

Moot said:
Star, you should share your recipe for wiener water soup.

On a good week I cut up actual hot dogs and put them in the water. I save the hot dog packages for bad weeks and throw them in the water to add flavor.

OntarioVanMan · Jun 28, 2013

tenntrucker said:
Log books is what separates the "real"expediters from the.......well you fill the blank.

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there is a log book and the there is the real log book....a book where the pages can not be torn out,,,LOL

OntarioVanMan · Jun 28, 2013

highway star said:
On a good week I cut up actual hot dogs and put them in the water. I save the hot dog packages for bad weeks and throw them in the water to add flavor.

I guess the ink from the package adds colour?....hahaha

OntarioVanMan · Jun 28, 2013

BobWolf said:
I am kicking arround the idea of picking up a Chevy or GMC areocell van 14' or 16' body finnish out the first 4 or 5 feet for a sleeper and have 10 to 12 feet for cargo I figure 6 skid spots. Wanted to know what the avg GVW is on this and how much can I LEAGALY AND SAFELY CARRY. Loading untill the body scuffs the tires is not part of the plan.

Bob Wolf.

Define "any money" Bob.....what do you expect or more importantly what would you NEED to make a go of it....? you have to establish the ground game before the passing starts...

Murraycroexp · Jun 28, 2013

OntarioVanMan said:
I don't know why previous posters mentioned log book?... I have 13 feet and can carry 6 skids...what up guys?

Isn't the Aerocell an >10,000 GVWR truck?

OntarioVanMan · Jun 28, 2013

Murraycroexp said:
Isn't the Aerocell an >10,000 GVWR truck?

the dually can be...SRW is under

Murraycroexp · Jun 28, 2013

Ah ha!! Thanks!!

OntarioVanMan · Jun 28, 2013

Murraycroexp said:
Ah ha!! Thanks!!

maybe it was the 6 skids that threw people off?...

Murraycroexp · Jun 28, 2013

Could be. Maybe they were 6 skids that were 48x24 in dims!! I just need something with more headroom for freight. I've done fine with a XCV but have missed bidding on hundreds of loads at 50"+.

OntarioVanMan · Jun 28, 2013

Murraycroexp said:
Could be. Maybe they were 6 skids that were 48x24 in dims!! I just need something with more headroom for freight. I've done fine with a XCV but have missed bidding on hundreds of loads at 50"+.

that is why I bought a Sprinter...well 1 reason..after about 5 yrs in a CV...no man should be on their knees with their pants around their ankles...LOL....

Murraycroexp · Jun 28, 2013

OntarioVanMan said:
that is why I bought a Sprinter...well 1 reason..after about 5 yrs in a CV...no man should be on their knees with their pants around their ankles...LOL....

LOL!! You are correct, sir!!!! I'm not too proud to hop out of my van in boxers. I usually do the "sit on the side of the bunk to get 'em half way" method. It's that second half that's a beech. And forget tucking in a shirt, properly, while at a 45 degree angle!!!

OntarioVanMan · Jun 28, 2013

Murraycroexp said:
LOL!! You are correct, sir!!!! I'm not too proud to hop out of my van in boxers. I usually do the "sit on the side of the bunk to get 'em half way" method. It's that second half that's a beech. And forget tucking in a shirt, properly, while at a 45 degree angle!!!

on your back, feet to the roof and push...lift your hips and slide them on....LOL