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КОМЕНТАРІ • 136

  • @TheRustyCracker
    @TheRustyCracker  2 роки тому +7

    Who knows of a good bumper guard? For the Volvo?

    • @Khmtravelvlog
      @Khmtravelvlog 2 роки тому +1

      The Ex-guard bumper. I really like my Rand McNally headset battery that lasts 34 hours. Great sound.

    • @alexborishkevich4054
      @alexborishkevich4054 Рік тому +1

      Ex-guard. It’s pricey but it’s worth the money.

  • @wendelldolittle5063
    @wendelldolittle5063 2 роки тому +2

    Ritchie bros auction starts Monday in Orlando and online. Buy, Buy, Buy!

  • @HermannTheGreat
    @HermannTheGreat 2 роки тому +53

    Don't always focus on the destination of being rich etc or having everything paid and good, try to see the good in the journey, the weather, Thank God/Jesus for his blessings, you have a fully paid truck at like 30 years old? Skills that most people don't have with mechanic work, a father you connect with and work with. Time flies in life, and before you know it you'll be 50 or 60 etc.

    • @TheTruthseeker707
      @TheTruthseeker707 2 роки тому +2

      100% true

    • @didafm
      @didafm 2 роки тому +3

      Its more important to live smart. Have a low cost of living. No car payment.

    • @ky.gambler5281
      @ky.gambler5281 2 роки тому +2

      After 50 it's 75 before you know it.

    • @danpitzel5900
      @danpitzel5900 Рік тому

      Hey Rusty it's Dano. How come your latest videos have a much lower contrast then your earlier ones did?

  • @Mark-zi2og
    @Mark-zi2og 2 роки тому +17

    Love your videos bro. I’ve got no ties to the trucking industry but love learning about it and seeing the country (especially Florida). Keep grinding man. Respect!

    • @dmitryn.4403
      @dmitryn.4403 2 роки тому

      Apple air pods hands down the best

  • @janwikstedt8404
    @janwikstedt8404 2 роки тому +8

    I get about 4,7 - 4,9 mpg with my truck in Sweden, but my truck pretty much always weighs 141k+ pounds (64000kg) when it's loaded too.

  • @mohamedmuneem5730
    @mohamedmuneem5730 2 роки тому +2

    Like your truck I am from Canada look at your video always I have a 2015 volvo d13 for 8 years and still running like a charm 😀

  • @sandzonp4017
    @sandzonp4017 2 роки тому +9

    tire sensor, great thing and as you said, it can save many lives, great purchase! and as always great video👌

  • @brianherron5400
    @brianherron5400 2 роки тому +7

    Stay safe out there, Rusty. Happy day is when you don't have a truck payment.

  • @humadeesaleh4917
    @humadeesaleh4917 2 роки тому +2

    Might as well got a day cab

  • @joestamper5649
    @joestamper5649 2 роки тому +3

    good to see you back! nice looking truck

  • @matthewromano8801
    @matthewromano8801 Рік тому +1

    2.20 a mile is tough. Especially hauling heavy loads, beats the axles/frame up and just general wear and tear. As Justin from Justtruckin would say, Know Your Worth. Get a dry-van, get established as the go to guy and you'll start getting better loads. All it takes is one wheel seal failure to eat up a hub and all that hard earned profit you made is gone and then some fixing it, even with a paid off truck at $2.20 a mile. Need to get over $3 and I know that's hard in FL.

  • @sterlingstreamliner
    @sterlingstreamliner Рік тому +1

    I really look forward to watching your videos. All of the ups and downs. The changes in your work as the industry changes. I've watched almost all of them. Your shooting and editing skills, choice of music are first rate. In this video you briefly make a passing reference to talking politics. I am grateful you generally do not discuss politics. We all get too much of that elsewhere. Your use of the law enforcement flag for awhile was a passing distraction. You stated your reasons for using which was as expected. I greatly admire your positive attitude and sense of humor / irony. It is fine to discuss and share the problems you encounter. One video I would like to see is a breakdown of the total cost investment in your Volvo rebuild. What you did with that is truly impressive. The fact that it is now running as well as it is should silence all of the doubters. 2 yrs ago I was diagnosed with stage 3 cancer. After I was released from hospital during my recovery I watched the Rusty Cracker criss-crossing the USA. You helped me alot. What you are documenting in your travels is important. Keep up the excellent work.

  • @neteaadrian1654
    @neteaadrian1654 2 роки тому +2

    Thank you for your video, it was interesting like always. Take care of you and wish you safe trips

  • @robertfortier4359
    @robertfortier4359 2 роки тому +2

    Hy rusty u need to get a batter disposer so he can get u more money for the lode either more money or less miles for more money .

  • @fire-fox
    @fire-fox 2 роки тому +5

    Cannot believe people say that your truck is junk. Its thè ultimate truck by far of all trucks and, much more importantly, in you case, its totally paid for... no installments, and all those other costs you mentioned when you were hiring that one.. You Rusty, certainly have your head screwed on the right way. ... no dought about that. You need negative comments, like you need a hole in the head... Not one of your videos is boring or, the video on your face all the time like other truckers.. Keep up the good work. We love your videos.

    • @TheRustyCracker
      @TheRustyCracker  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you

    • @Kevin_10225
      @Kevin_10225 Рік тому

      There will always be fanboys(especially Kenworth and Peterbilt fans). I do not drive or work on semi trucks, but I really like the Volvo VNL. Really sweet looking rig. The Mack Titan looks great too. Not a fan of the other brands.

  • @crashbug4343
    @crashbug4343 2 роки тому +5

    Hey Rusty have u made a video about the total cost of rebuild yet? I really want to see that!

  • @mohamedmuneem5730
    @mohamedmuneem5730 2 роки тому +1

    My 2015 I am getting 8.1 at 60 miles since I tune it up

  • @dustbat
    @dustbat 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks again. Each video brings memories when I was pullin em up and down the Eastern Seaboard!

  • @daewooparts
    @daewooparts 2 роки тому +1

    @8:37 got you hauling a garbage load 🗑 😁 just as long as they pay good 👍

  • @deealjibouri9681
    @deealjibouri9681 Рік тому +2

    Hi brother don’t worry about the hub leaks i had a brand new zero mile and i changed the hub 5 times between zero miles to 250000 miles it’s normal on the volvo my first time was on my first week out 😅 it’s crazy

  • @ldz7777
    @ldz7777 2 роки тому +5

    Awesome intro brother! Glad to see you doing good in this trucking mess!

  • @Cherokeelion
    @Cherokeelion 2 роки тому +2

    Im getting 4.2 mpg 😆 but I never haul less than 100,000lbs over mountains so I cant dream of 8.

  • @TEXASTRUCKER87
    @TEXASTRUCKER87 2 роки тому +2

    Ya I’m gonna start running texas regional only.

  • @alexborishkevich4054
    @alexborishkevich4054 Рік тому +1

    Try doing intermodal, I’m doing that right now

  • @medrepug1680
    @medrepug1680 2 роки тому +1

    Hey am a big fan from🇺🇬 am always fascinated by American big rigs

  • @rolfsinkgraven
    @rolfsinkgraven Рік тому +1

    Great video again Rusty thnx.

  • @ehcatsfaneric2211
    @ehcatsfaneric2211 2 роки тому +1

    That mileage is incredible buddy..most are getting 4.5-5.5 MAX van prices are coming down up here in upper east tennessee

  • @rv7352
    @rv7352 2 роки тому +3

    Hi like your videos ... I'm from India Say Hi

  • @kormatetirepressuremonitor530
    @kormatetirepressuremonitor530 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome

  • @MrDulfer
    @MrDulfer Рік тому

    finaly find you back greetings from the netherlands😁

  • @JasonSmith-vd1sz
    @JasonSmith-vd1sz 2 роки тому +7

    Getting 8 miles per gallon on a truck that’s paid off is phenomenal! You’re doing good keep up the good work!

  • @GrdDog
    @GrdDog 2 роки тому +2

    Regional is Def the way to go; getting in with the right people so you have the loads is another thing, I love drop and hook operations.

  • @adriannicholson8819
    @adriannicholson8819 2 роки тому +1

    bro all good no one has life easy we all having struggles bro say safe love you bro later

  • @andre83411
    @andre83411 2 роки тому +1

    Really close to my house clicked on the video so fast love the vids man

  • @mudderman8620
    @mudderman8620 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for sharing your trials and tribulations Rusty. It gives us a peek into the life of a truck driver. It appears glamorous but glad I jobbed at something else. Stay safe.😮😅😊

  • @6582rg
    @6582rg Рік тому

    I use TPMS on my dually and 5th wheel. An absolute life saver.

  • @BF-qt2wp
    @BF-qt2wp 2 роки тому +2

    Awesome video keep up with a great work and be safe out there.

  • @louislatti1123
    @louislatti1123 2 роки тому +1

    Hi my friend like you videos keep it up drive safe my friend 🤠

  • @johnniblueeyes2786
    @johnniblueeyes2786 Рік тому

    I have a TPMS it is called my right boot.Cheapest out there.

  • @bryonnegrete9402
    @bryonnegrete9402 2 роки тому +1

    U like your videos stay safe out there

  • @rogerstaum9180
    @rogerstaum9180 2 роки тому +1

    As always, great video.

  • @Jaree0
    @Jaree0 2 роки тому +2

    Priviet! And nice video again, keep on trucking😎

  • @gregorystewart6539
    @gregorystewart6539 2 роки тому +1

    most important here is what is YOUR COST PER MILE of operation. Every different vocation has variables. At the end of your video you show revenue but it means nothing unless related to... how much capital have you got tied up to earn the revenue; insurance cost short haul power only VS out of State longer haul; having your own trailer VS using one owned by someone else; all general maintenance and truck consumables; then the big one is set aside for tires, engine ( non budget items ) transmission ( non budget items ) Also, the fuel. You used 66 gallons for 550 miles @ 8.3. Save a dollar save $66 back in your pocket or budget. SUGGESTION: At end of video a basic spreadsheet overview. I really like your videos!

    • @TheRustyCracker
      @TheRustyCracker  2 роки тому

      I would do all that cost per mile stuff but that’s too much for my type of videos, I’m just showing people just a taste of this industry… thanks for the comment

    • @gregorystewart6539
      @gregorystewart6539 2 роки тому

      @@TheRustyCracker Thanks for the reply. Found the truck rebuild series really interesting. I could take one apart too but that would be the end of it. A pile of parts!!

  • @stovebolt448
    @stovebolt448 2 роки тому +2

    Hi Rusty🙃Thanks for the video. Yep haters gonna hate Rusty, just grab the Lords hand and go for it.....otherwise keep the faith baby!

  • @trailboss78
    @trailboss78 Рік тому

    Hang in there hopefully it will get better ☺️

  • @Angel-bq4db
    @Angel-bq4db 2 роки тому +3

    What is all about the check engine light?

    • @TheRustyCracker
      @TheRustyCracker  2 роки тому +1

      Lol if you watched my rebuild process of this beast you would know. Check it out!

  • @mirzafarrukhishtiaqbaig
    @mirzafarrukhishtiaqbaig 2 роки тому +1

    Great.👍

  • @tonyb8205
    @tonyb8205 Рік тому

    I really like your video keep doing good work

  • @randomvideoguy5277
    @randomvideoguy5277 Рік тому

    Volvo 💪 I thought you did a great job rebuilding it You did rebuild right

  • @h2houssem523
    @h2houssem523 2 роки тому +1

    Love your vidéos keep up ✌️

  • @acourierfromtheuk
    @acourierfromtheuk 2 роки тому

    Hey Rusty, I do deliveries over here in the UK for WestRock. I tend to do the Pharmaceutical Leaflets all over the UK. They came out the other week and gave me like 20 box edges lol

  • @D-TRIL
    @D-TRIL 2 роки тому +1

    😎

  • @NVK85
    @NVK85 2 роки тому +2

    Hahah, when will you fix this "check engine" light?))) Thx for video, liked it.

    • @TheRustyCracker
      @TheRustyCracker  2 роки тому +2

      It’s a reminder for me to check if my engine is still there.

    • @NVK85
      @NVK85 2 роки тому

      @@TheRustyCracker :D

  • @chriswalsh2312
    @chriswalsh2312 2 роки тому +1

    Doesn't the Volvo have a tire monitoring system built in?

  • @kearyleon2955
    @kearyleon2955 2 роки тому +1

    I get 6.2 , day cab 2021 Cascadia freightliner

  • @samr5075
    @samr5075 Рік тому

    Aw come on, come over to flatbed man! 😂. It's horrible and awesome at the same time!!

  • @mavroprovatoGR
    @mavroprovatoGR 2 роки тому +1

    bro plz check your equipment/camera cause your last 3videos are coming out kind of darkish/greyish?duno butthey are kind of funny..as always ty for the ride.. cheers from greece

  • @railfanjk8964
    @railfanjk8964 2 роки тому +2

    nice video

  • @brtalk9997
    @brtalk9997 2 роки тому +2

    those airpods made the side of my head feel weird id get a headache after wearing them i think they were giving me a tumor

    • @calebmanuel17
      @calebmanuel17 2 роки тому +1

      Same too, lf l wear 2 pods in ear it gives me severe headache so lm using only 1 earbud on my right, so you can try that method

  • @DropDeckTrucker
    @DropDeckTrucker 2 роки тому

    I do a lot westrock. Normally I drop and hook another one.. normally I don't have eny problem just make sure trailer is clean dry and floor is very good .

  • @TranslatedAssumption
    @TranslatedAssumption 2 роки тому +2

    Live long and Volvo 🖖

  • @Truckergregg
    @Truckergregg 2 роки тому +1

    I love PO !!!

  • @mattkat1016
    @mattkat1016 Рік тому +1

    Power Unit Itself is called a Tractor

  • @davidmcknlght2700
    @davidmcknlght2700 2 роки тому +1

    👍

  • @AkulaII
    @AkulaII 2 роки тому +1

    Nice truck Volvo rules

  • @ImrealKapil
    @ImrealKapil 2 роки тому +1

    Long time no see Rusty.... 🙌

  • @henrytamsi2875
    @henrytamsi2875 2 роки тому +1

    Так ти з неньки, земляче? По прапарцям только такое предположение. Я ещё когда в европе был, подписался на канал. Инглиш у тебя реально зачётный. Добра удачи, хороших дорог и грузов. А главное, снйфти фёрст и не едь больше в ураганы или снегопады безумные, оно того не стоит.

  • @roythousand13
    @roythousand13 Рік тому

    If I was ever to get into trucking, I would do local or regional, no OTR!

  • @Bosshawg614
    @Bosshawg614 2 роки тому +2

    Thinking about moving to the Sarasota/Bradenton in next year or two and getting a truck to drive owner operator how are the local loads out of Florida are they getting better?

    • @randyhome1544
      @randyhome1544 2 роки тому +1

      Word is the Florida loads never have been and still aren’t that great. Northern Midwest is better in rates.

  • @Bossdon305
    @Bossdon305 2 роки тому +1

    Sign up for us Xpress we pay decent

  • @riyadhcanplayanygames
    @riyadhcanplayanygames 2 роки тому +1

    NEW VIDEO AMAZING 👍

  • @CDJCBMWOGJRIOGUFHDFLM
    @CDJCBMWOGJRIOGUFHDFLM 2 роки тому +1

    Hey what’s up bro how are you

  • @yamahavstar950
    @yamahavstar950 Рік тому

    Hello. Are you going south on 95 today with a Ups rail container?

  • @biringifredrick
    @biringifredrick 2 роки тому +2

    Hyy bro have been waiting

  • @johnbell6854
    @johnbell6854 2 роки тому +1

    Just keep them wheels spinning earn them dollars 💵

  • @lilyandmike
    @lilyandmike Рік тому

    Does blackrock have dedicated lanes?

  • @RD-nz4zc
    @RD-nz4zc 2 роки тому +1

    So you just focus on the southeast regions? What states do you try and stay in?

    • @TheRustyCracker
      @TheRustyCracker  2 роки тому +2

      I try not to go past 700 miles from from. Which is 1 day run. Thanks for your question

    • @RD-nz4zc
      @RD-nz4zc 2 роки тому

      From from? 700 one way or round trip?
      I hear crap all the time about not being able get it done focusing in the south east. Do you of some decent companys..I would like to be running landscape or a similar gig in a few years

  • @matthewlittle1455
    @matthewlittle1455 Рік тому

    As a driver in Australia I can feel your pain with traffic
    I do as fair amount of work in and around Sydney some days I can take 2.5 hours to get there some days it’s 3.5 hours
    Do you not have the options for curtain side trailers in the states

  • @ericsmith-07
    @ericsmith-07 2 роки тому +2

    Rusty sell the Volvo and work as a dump truck driver good money and pays by hour not by mile

  • @kildonplays636
    @kildonplays636 Рік тому

    Love to vids but I have an issue not a big one but the way you place your camera I would like if you center it of like mount it on your head that's all.
    KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK👍

  • @theawesome48fanhunter
    @theawesome48fanhunter 2 роки тому +1

    Will you ever go back otr even just in the south eastern us

  • @gustavomontero2207
    @gustavomontero2207 2 роки тому +1

    Hi Body, did you explore the Container buisness.....they are busy always....and Jacksonville has a big container /Train terminal...you don't need a trailer..or replace trailer tires....about the diesel filters....dosent last more then 5.000 miles lately....I run midwest...and need a lot of condtioners...to avoid gel....but even runing south ...last the same

  • @truckingwithab2411
    @truckingwithab2411 2 роки тому +1

    Great vid like always !
    What mic do you use for your videos ?

  • @martinmayende1897
    @martinmayende1897 Рік тому

    Just a quick question, do you dispatch yourself or someone else does it for you.

  • @daewooparts
    @daewooparts 2 роки тому +1

    @14:50 some of my cars get worse gas mileage than your truck

  • @xunxiangsu7092
    @xunxiangsu7092 2 роки тому +1

    2018 volvo 780 500hp+3.08 6.1😂

  • @balanthsbarkas118
    @balanthsbarkas118 2 роки тому +1

    Why your check engine light is on.

  • @PB_657
    @PB_657 2 роки тому +1

    Would be interesting to know if owner operator is still paying more than you would have been getting driving for the company you started with? I guess rates for drivers have dropped too?

    • @321gates
      @321gates Рік тому +2

      I was born into the industry, now 50, and in my opinion, being a company driver is the way to go. After expenses, our owner operators aren't making much more than our company drivers, and while our company drivers are relaxing at home on their days off, our owner operators are working on their trucks. I guess you just have to decide whether or not all of the extra hassle is worth a little bit more money. Another thing to consider is the extra legal liability that you will be taking on by operating your own rig.

    • @PB_657
      @PB_657 Рік тому

      @@321gates yeah that's what I suspected. Thanks for the reply

  • @darnellharrison3883
    @darnellharrison3883 2 роки тому

    You probably put 2.5 times more fuel than you actually needed. If you can average 1000 - 1200$ a day 5/6 days a week and be home at the end of the day. I’ll take that. Every week.

  • @kdp1943
    @kdp1943 Рік тому

    Florida traffic is always bad

  • @Michael.....
    @Michael..... 2 роки тому +1

    Rusty can you finally figure out & fix that engine light in your dashboard? Yeah you mentioned it in your previous videos but man you already ran more miles when you bought that truck, so fixed it dude.

  • @wilE6764
    @wilE6764 2 роки тому +1

    Dude you should run produce out of Florida to NYC ..big bucks!!

    • @wilE6764
      @wilE6764 2 роки тому

      @Happy News If you say so! 😆

    • @TheRustyCracker
      @TheRustyCracker  2 роки тому +2

      Sorry but I don’t go up to the north east. They don’t like us truckers so they won’t have me up there,

    • @wilE6764
      @wilE6764 2 роки тому

      @TheRustyCracker c'mon they love you! Lol

  • @nocaptv4212
    @nocaptv4212 Рік тому

    U go home everyday?

  • @theonejm15
    @theonejm15 Рік тому

    Why your video so dark?

  • @michaellleb2843
    @michaellleb2843 2 роки тому +2

    As a biker, appreciate if you take those knifes off your front tires... Be safe out there!

    • @TheRustyCracker
      @TheRustyCracker  2 роки тому

      As a fellow “biker” myself also, I don’t understand?

  • @gord2358
    @gord2358 Рік тому +1

    Haters are lonely people looking for attention.

  • @dhex7097
    @dhex7097 Рік тому

    Hey got a question
    Why don't you have a partner?

  • @justjolangaming784
    @justjolangaming784 Рік тому

    Buy a reefer

  • @davidcarter8897
    @davidcarter8897 Рік тому

    No way you make any money staying in the state of FL!!! Post your settlement sheets or shut up!

  • @cotymahar34
    @cotymahar34 Рік тому

    You got a really bad truck. We had one once it hits 100k to 200k electrical problems like crazy