Newbie seeking info

GerryGA · Dec 19, 2006

Greeting, I am thinking about becoming an OO again, in the expediting side of things. I have talked with 2 companies, Panther and Tri-state. I would like to get thru the Toledo, OH area 3 times a month for a couple of day's if possibe, any info on these companies would be appreciated.

My intentions are to find a truck and take over payments or buy used. Oh I will be running single. I was told that the engines in the straight trucks we not as durable as a tractor engine resulting in an inframe maybe at the 350k miles point, is that accurate information. Also is it worth the extra cost to purchase a tandem and refer.

I have more but dont want to get too long winded, thanks in advance.

Best Regards

Gerry

lanier1 · Dec 19, 2006

I don't have any experience with either of the companies you mentioned. I imagine it would not be too hard to get to the Toledo area when you want to with a little deadhead involved. I have the CAT 3126 that most people hate in my truck with about 600k on it and no problems yet (knock on wood). I would prefer to have a Class 8 but I bought what I could afford as a starter truck and its working out pretty good.

diver5240 · Dec 20, 2006

If you like the toledo area contact mark at try hours, i live in the ann arbor michigan area and am home every weekend, they have alot of freight in oh, mi, and in.

DAN · Dec 20, 2006

This is my 2nd year with Tristate and I am very,very happy.You will find that they are nice and onest people to work for.Good luck!!

mhoy40 · Dec 31, 2006

the toledo area a couple of times a month shouldnt be a problem for any of the carries keppeing in mind this life we have chosen is automotive based and toledo being only 45 mins south not to mention the plants in and around toledo.

GerryGA · Dec 31, 2006

Thanks for the replys, hope yall have a very good 2007.

GerryGA · Dec 31, 2006

>If you like the toledo area contact mark at try hours, i
>live in the ann arbor michigan area and am home every
>weekend, they have alot of freight in oh, mi, and in.

I going to call him this week, I did see they had a lease program have you participated in it. I had hoped to buy a used truck or take over payment but I would consider a lease but its not hight on my list.

I boutht a truck thru NAVL......many years ago....what an experence.

sonseeker · Sep 10, 2007

Hello Dan...wondering if you are still with Tri State?? I am looking at them and considering signing on this month....thx for any information......David

arkjarhead · Sep 13, 2007

When I was with Tri State I was in or thru Toledo every week.

LDB · Sep 13, 2007

Don't ever lease from the people who load the truck. That's a conflict of interest on their part. For every success there are two hands full of failures. If you must lease do it through anyone other than who's booking your loads.

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GeneralPayne · Sep 15, 2007

This is excellent and wise advice Leo for more reasons than I could possibly list. The biggest being if you split up with them it's worse than a marriage divorce and could cost you ALOT of money as well as your truck, insurance, plates, etc...

>Don't ever lease from the people who load the truck. That's
>a conflict of interest on their part. For every success
>there are two hands full of failures. If you must lease do
>it through anyone other than who's booking your loads.
>
>Leo Bricker, 73's K5LDB
>OOIDA Life Member 677319, JOIN NOW
>Owner, Panther trucks 5508, 5509, 5641
>EO Forum Moderator
>----------
>Support the entire Constitution, not just the parts you
>like.