whitechocolet
Seasoned Expediter
No mater what GPS or hi tech router you get nothing replaces the Rand McNally Motor Carriers Road Atlas. It shows designated truck routes, has a list of low bridges by state and route, state speed limits (did you know that the Haz Mat speed limit in AL is 55? I didn’t until another driver told me, the Rand McNally confirmed). The atlas also has some good information on DOT regs. We use Microsoft Trips & Streets and rarely have any problems. It doesn’t talk to you so if you are a solo driver with a bad memory that could be a problem.
As for the cold weather layers are always best. You know, tee shirt, then flannel, then hooded sweat shirt, then vest, then coat. You can always peal off the coat, the vest, the sweat shirt and the flannel as needed. Don’t forget the stocking hat. Same with the lower half, light weight socks, long johns with socks covered, heavy socks, pants, boots (you don’t want to pack it on too much and remember it’s easier to remove layers from the upper half than it is from the bottom). Gloves are a must for fueling. You may want two pair one for fueling and one for not fueling as they do get diesel saturated.
Being a coffee lover too I can relate. For about $10 I got a one cup unit that has a reusable basket. The cup is plastic so I don’t worry about breaking the coffee pot when I get on some of the “better roadsâ€. I got mine at Meijer a one stop store like Wal-mart found in MI, OH, IN, and I think IL. It does use AC so it may not work for you wait and see what’s in your truck.
I’d wait to get an inverter until you find out what is in the truck you will be driving. Our truck came with a X Power 1750 + watt inverter already mounted for 110 usage in the sleeper.
I wish you good luck and don’t get discouraged. It would be nice to hear how things go for ya.
As for the cold weather layers are always best. You know, tee shirt, then flannel, then hooded sweat shirt, then vest, then coat. You can always peal off the coat, the vest, the sweat shirt and the flannel as needed. Don’t forget the stocking hat. Same with the lower half, light weight socks, long johns with socks covered, heavy socks, pants, boots (you don’t want to pack it on too much and remember it’s easier to remove layers from the upper half than it is from the bottom). Gloves are a must for fueling. You may want two pair one for fueling and one for not fueling as they do get diesel saturated.
Being a coffee lover too I can relate. For about $10 I got a one cup unit that has a reusable basket. The cup is plastic so I don’t worry about breaking the coffee pot when I get on some of the “better roadsâ€. I got mine at Meijer a one stop store like Wal-mart found in MI, OH, IN, and I think IL. It does use AC so it may not work for you wait and see what’s in your truck.
I’d wait to get an inverter until you find out what is in the truck you will be driving. Our truck came with a X Power 1750 + watt inverter already mounted for 110 usage in the sleeper.
I wish you good luck and don’t get discouraged. It would be nice to hear how things go for ya.