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There was a tower controller at the airport where I did my pilot training, He was one of those - a miserable SOB that just needed to find a new job. Trouble was he was a few years from retirement and was not going anywhere. So for 2 or 3 years, he made everyone at the airport miserable along with him. When he finally retired, the local pilots through a retirement party and didn't invite him.
The most sound advice I ever received was from a sociology teacher I had in college. The only person who can ruin my day is me and after thinking that over, it's amazing how many rectal pores there are in the world who waste good energy trying to ruin an individual's day.
I walked into a receiver with my tanker load and I don’t normally pull on scales at the receiver until I’m told to,the guy came out yelling and screaming pull your friggin truck on the scale. I told him please don’t talk to me that way. He told me I’ll talk to you however I want. I returned the load back to the yard. They sent the load back with another driver driver lost his job because he punched a guy in the mouth for being a smart ass.. Our safety department called the customer and spoke with the boss and they were told he’s always like that and they can’t control him. Tells me they don’t care. Typical NJ Attitude.
I've got a story about a receiver that was beyond rude. I'll keep this as short as I can. I had a load going to one of the big paper companies in Seattle. My boss warned me that the guy would be an ass and it didn't matter how nice you were to him... The load I had was extremely hot so I got there as fast as I could. I was about two hours earlier than my appointment time. I walked in and saw the receiving office. The door was open and there were four or five guys sitting in there talking and laughing. One guy looked at me and asked me what I wanted ? I told him what I had and what time my appointment was, and told him I didn't know what he wanted me to do because I hadn't been there before... This clown scoots his chair over to me and tells me that he will get to me whenever he feels like it, and then literally slams the door in my face, and it just barely touched the end of my nose. Well, I opened the door back up and the first thing I told him was, It will take me about two minutes to walk out to my truck, and then I am leaving, and if I leave, your boss is going to be very unhappy. The second thing I told him was, if you ever slam the door in my face again, I will drag you and that chair out into the parking lot and you will end up wearing that chair... I had just got my truck started and he came running out and asked me politely if I would back into a door , so I did. We ended up talking while he was unloading me, and he apologized for the way he acted. As I was getting ready to leave he told me that if I ever came back there that I didn't need to go into the office. Just pick a door and back in and he would make sure that somebody got me unloaded as fast as they could. I ended up taking loads into them at least 3-4 times a month for about three years after that, and we always got along great.
There’s a lot of really overstressed crazy people out there right now, you made the right choice to walk away. You’re a good guy Kurt, be safe out there.
I've been retired a long time, but the best place I ever loaded, ever, was Sauder Furniture in Archbold OH. Friendly beyond any expectations. Showers and sleeping rooms for drivers, plus a cafe-style eating area. Yep, they would feed you too. Long gone hospitality, I'm sure, but back in the day it was a welcome and little-known secret.
I feel u on people being rude I deal with it everyday at the hotel lol but I hope things get better with u bud and be happy when u opie gets go with u again so u and him can be the Kurt and opie duo returns again
I hear ya. I work at a private country club and those individuals take it to a whole another level. There is one constant in this world and that is 'complain about something.'
I just wanted to say I'm happy that you reported on the floods in NW IA because that's how we found you. I am really enjoying your content and presentation. Thanks for the great content
We do a bunch of drop-and-hooks at the Shelby DC. I have never had a problem there. As you said, we can not know what someone has going on in their life.
I dont let others dictate me or my emotions. Ive learned that getting mad and angry is letting them control you. Im not gonna let someone miserable make me or my day miserable
Kurt, I live in Indy. This was just posted tonight. Sr 32 between Crawfordsville and Lebanon is being paved again. Shannon Dale is halfway between the two. A new construction project focused on resurfacing State Road 32 is beginning this week and is expected to last through next summer spanning 10.3 miles from I-65 in Lebanon to Shannondale.
It's nice to see some scenery in the daylight. Next time you need a ride, Sarah is going to "leave your ass".😂 I would, too. Thanks for the ride. Safe travels, and God bless.
Back in the 60’s and 70’s, no cell phones, when dad was on the road, stay off the phone, answer the phone by the 3rd ring. Short conversations. Keep it simple. Remember, no cell phones, dad was calling on a pay phone or from a shop someplace. #1 priority! Stay safe.
Man I love that truck !! Me and my wife really enjoy watching your videos! I drive a truck for a power company pulling a lowboy. Be careful on the rd and if you ever get close to Alexandria Louisiana and need something give me a holla !
I agree. I've allowed shippers and receivers to get me to lose my temper. But I always stand my ground, move on quickly, and never allowed them to ruin my day. In fact I would rate them and pass it on to my dispatchers to never send me back.
Joe from New Jersey!! Kurt as a former driver i've been there before many times after my bills were signed and ready to go i gave people like that a piece of my mind!!be safe Kurt!!😮
+ That ear thing is very serious especially after outdoors camping , some flies get inside the ear permanently , some even attack the brain ( in some cases !! ) 😊
I remember back in the 90’s I had a fan clutch go out on a Cummins. Same Deal. Went to KW at Kennesaw, Georgia. Waited two days. After I had gotten back out on the road I had noticed my A/C wasn’t putting out good. After I got to the terminal I was talking to the mechanic about it. He went out and looked and said they didn’t get a wire from the fan clutch to the computer hooked right. When your compressor for the A/C kicks in the computer tells the fan clutch to engage to pull air the the Condenser/Radiator. Also check the wires to the switches in the lines especially since they put that radiator in. They might have unplugged one or more and didn’t get it tight.
I feel the same way about rude people. I refuse to argue with them or stoop to their level of stupidity. Sometimes people think I'm meek, but I'm good with a coneback line. That shuts them up fast! Loved seeing Opie again. I think he's mad at you for being gone so long.
I couldn't agree with you more; I had one employee that had a management change 6 months before I was fully vested into both the pension and 401K match; those last four months were hell on earth. I confirmed with HR that I had my time in plus 1 day and put in my resignation. I made a promise to myself that I would never do that to my mental well being ever again. No amount of money is worth it.
Some people are happy being miserable, and if they can make someone else miserable I am sure it makes their day, I follow you because your, (I'm having a bad day or rant) lightens my day, stay safe, and where is OPIE? regards John
I worked with the public for 35 years. Was absolutely the best thing I could have done because I met some amazing people. It was also the worst thing I could have ever done because I met some folks who were close to the dregs of society. Am I glad I did it? Sure! Do I want to go back? HAIL NO!!! You have Opie - you’re a lucky man. 😁 Safe travels, Kurt
It used to really irritate me when I would call someone in my immediate family, and nobody would answer their phones. I know things happen, and people could be in the middle of doing something, but this was a fairly common thing. So, one day when we were all in the living room I made an announcement. I calmly said, I work 60-70 hours a week, and I am the one that pays the bills. If you people don't start answering your phones, I will have them disconnected and sell them on ebay. It was really weird because everyone started answering their phones most of the time LOL.
Enjoyed the ride Kurt. I like to see the small towns. Ya i cant stand rude people either. Safe travels to ya, hope you get that ac at 100% would hate to have the big dog overheated. You can drive shirtless, he cant. ❤❤
Whenever a radiator gets replaced, guarantee freon is low. My friend with a k100 added a 2nd condenser to hold more freon. I believe he added another filter and dryer.
I just stopped at the Love's in Shelby, IA a couple of days ago for a pitstop and gasoline on my way back to sw WA from Pennsylvania, I-70 in Indiana seemed like a disaster scene; what a shame!!!!
Hey Kurt, love your videos keep up the good work me and my dad are owner operators in Australia my dad drives a peterbilt 379 and I drive a Kenworth t650 I was a diesel mechanic before I started driving trucks, I noticed when you were reversing when you got back home while you applied the brakes that your front drive axle was moving forward like you have a worn bush on the suspension or something, hopefully I am wrong especially after all the repairs you have had lately and I know the feeling. Wish all the best from down under
I live in Iowa near that very distribution center. We Iowans have an UNJUSTIFIABLE need to be rude for some reason. It took me YEARS to get away from that attitude. We are all out here trying to support our families, and make a living. No reason for anyone to be crotches with anyone else.
Used to run alot of two lane roads in Ohio,Indiana,Michigan and Texas. The only thing worse than getting stuck behind a combine is getting stuck behind a caravan of Amish. Always worried about spooking one of the horses.
Kurt, I seriously doubt that. I can’t see you being in a mad mood most ever. The world is full of pricks brother. Once in a while we run into them sad but true. They like to take out other people if they’re miserable, they want you to be miserable. 60 years old and I try not to ever act like that to other people it ain’t worth it.🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
Went to a place years ago that was really tight. Instructions were to OBEY the guy at the dock. Wondered what that could mean. Well, this guy was barking orders like he was Gunny Sgt. Hartman from Full Metal Jacket, "MOVE YOUR TRUCK! OVER THERE! RIGHT NOW!" This was apparently the job the shipper wanted him to do. I ignored him and moved when I was GD good and ready, and at my pace. I was ready to defend myself to my company, about how no one talks to me like that since the day I left basic training. But they never called.
Hey Schmidt, some folks can be very rude, which is sad. Life is way too short for having to deal with disrespectful people. It happens to me, and all I can do is smile and say, "I hope your day gets better. Love your videos brother, hang in there cause you are blessed! God be with you sir!
Thanks for the ride/scenery, Kurt. Yeah, some people have no respect for others these days. You have the best luck like I do when it comes to rides. First Sarah, then UberDad, 😁👍 Hope you have a nice weekend my friend. Talk to you soon.
Im sorry there was tension when you delivered to the Menards DC, i delivered to one in Elgin, Illinois recently and the folks there were really nice. I spent the bulk of my trip today on 2 lanes between NOLA & Crockett Texas.
So I am looking at getting my CDL I like your videos cause I like to see what life as a trucker is like I think you're a great guy and honestly I love to learn from you.
Enjoyed the drive coming into town. I haven't been on that highway south of town in ages. Has the same nasty turns, but I think a few of the homes that were there then, are no longer there.
WAY before Maynard's got big-think mid 1990's-the original DC for them was in Eau Claire WI just off I-94 @ Exit 61 or so-there was a gal in the shipping/receiving office-and I use that term very loosely-that lived for making all the drivers hauling their trash in & out of the DC VERY MISERABLE. That "woman" had a mouth that rivaled in sheer nastiness my DI's in Marine boot camp way back in 1980. Always found it odd-they were always looking for trucks to haul to their stores-and it really wasn't a bad place to go into-I do recall they didn't want you headed out unless you were right at max weight-ya scaled & if you were not at least 78K gross-the forklift would go & grab more "stuff" to get ya right up there.
Super good advice. I have 12,000 followers on Facebook and do a lot of business from the page. My business and my personal is life are operated with one simple philosophy: The Golden Rule. It works over and over and will make a success out of you in everything you do.
Consider yourself blessed, I watch another trucking youtuber that has his peterbilt in the shop for an extensive period. He is having to drive a rental automatic Volvo day cab in the mean time. He's Canadian and pulls b trains if that gives hints.
Both the Missouri river valley on the west side and also the Mississippi river valley on the east side of Iowa are quite possibly the most scenic in the state.
It's called tinnitus, there is no cure. Probably your inner ear readjusting from the high altitudes of CO. Time will tell. Stay safe. Regards to Sara, Tater Tot, and Bud. Looking forward to seeing Opie. From the Caribbean, all the best..
The company I worked at for several years had 10:28 loads of paper coming in every day as well as goods going out. The four guys that worked days back in Shipping & Receiving all had attitudes. I hated the way the treated truckers, especially because my dad and two uncles were truck drivers. I saw a couple of these guys after they left the company, they were still jerks.
Was watching a Livestream on Brandon copic's channel and he was storm chasing in Mapleton,IA and I mentioned you UA-cam channel and that he was in your hometown and he gave you a shoutout on his channel.
Sorry you had to deal with one of those types. I have a coworker that is like that all the time. Complains constantly about the same things. Thought for sure he would have quit a couple years ago. Still there, same story every time I work with him. Can be hard to deal with. I just try to be nice and ignore the best I can.
It seems like I’ve been getting a lot of NASTY rude people at shippers and receivers lately too. Mostly in Minnesota and Iowa. I don’t know what’s going on??? There’s no obligation for customer service to deal with truck drivers I guess.
with todays prices, sadly some people have to work jobs they dont like for the paycheck. but like you said maybe he was just having a bad day. love your videos, hope the ac is a easy fix for you
Sadly some people aren't happy unless they complain and whine about any little thing they can
There was a tower controller at the airport where I did my pilot training, He was one of those - a miserable SOB that just needed to find a new job. Trouble was he was a few years from retirement and was not going anywhere. So for 2 or 3 years, he made everyone at the airport miserable along with him. When he finally retired, the local pilots through a retirement party and didn't invite him.
LOL beautiful way to get rid of all that negative energy he put in the air for three years.😂❤
💀💀💀💀💀💀💀💀 the irony of it all
The most sound advice I ever received was from a sociology teacher I had in college. The only person who can ruin my day is me and after thinking that over, it's amazing how many rectal pores there are in the world who waste good energy trying to ruin an individual's day.
Well said!!!!!Thank you
Respect needs to be shown in this country, that would possibly make this country a better country
I walked into a receiver with my tanker load and I don’t normally pull on scales at the receiver until I’m told to,the guy came out yelling and screaming pull your friggin truck on the scale. I told him please don’t talk to me that way. He told me I’ll talk to you however I want. I returned the load back to the yard. They sent the load back with another driver driver lost his job because he punched a guy in the mouth for being a smart ass.. Our safety department called the customer and spoke with the boss and they were told he’s always like that and they can’t control him. Tells me they don’t care. Typical NJ Attitude.
I often ask myself why people have to be so rude 🤨 That’s why I say I like dogs more than people 😂 Hi Opie! 🐾
I've got a story about a receiver that was beyond rude. I'll keep this as short as I can.
I had a load going to one of the big paper companies in Seattle. My boss warned me
that the guy would be an ass and it didn't matter how nice you were to him...
The load I had was extremely hot so I got there as fast as I could. I was about two hours
earlier than my appointment time. I walked in and saw the receiving office. The door was open
and there were four or five guys sitting in there talking and laughing. One guy looked at me and
asked me what I wanted ? I told him what I had and what time my appointment was,
and told him I didn't know what he wanted me to do because I hadn't been there before...
This clown scoots his chair over to me and tells me that he will get to me whenever he feels like it,
and then literally slams the door in my face, and it just barely touched the end of my nose.
Well, I opened the door back up and the first thing I told him was, It will take me about two minutes to
walk out to my truck, and then I am leaving, and if I leave, your boss is going to be very unhappy.
The second thing I told him was, if you ever slam the door in my face again, I will drag you and that chair
out into the parking lot and you will end up wearing that chair...
I had just got my truck started and he came running out and asked me politely if I would back into a door ,
so I did.
We ended up talking while he was unloading me, and he apologized for the way he acted.
As I was getting ready to leave he told me that if I ever came back there that I didn't need to go
into the office. Just pick a door and back in and he would make sure that somebody got me unloaded
as fast as they could. I ended up taking loads into them at least 3-4 times a month for about three years after that,
and we always got along great.
That’s an awesome story Mike sometimes you just gotta talk to people. God bless you, man🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
@@raymondbradley6788 Thanks Raymond. You as well.
There’s a lot of really overstressed crazy people out there right now, you made the right choice to walk away. You’re a good guy Kurt, be safe out there.
Some people are just miserable pricks no matter what.
I call it "a permanently lousy disposition."
I've been retired a long time, but the best place I ever loaded, ever, was Sauder Furniture in Archbold OH. Friendly beyond any expectations. Showers and sleeping rooms for drivers, plus a cafe-style eating area. Yep, they would feed you too. Long gone hospitality, I'm sure, but back in the day it was a welcome and little-known secret.
Been there, great company
Opie is angry. Now he is starting his own YT channel. 😂
Thank you for the ride Kurt😊
I feel u on people being rude I deal with it everyday at the hotel lol but I hope things get better with u bud and be happy when u opie gets go with u again so u and him can be the Kurt and opie duo returns again
I hear ya. I work at a private country club and those individuals take it to a whole another level. There is one constant in this world and that is 'complain about something.'
Opie is definitely a comfort dog
@@truckingwithschmidt7120 But he can be the exclamation point on the verbal statement you wish to leave someone with.
I totally agree. If you hate your job, just quit.
I was so miserable at one job due to total ASs ofa boss, they fired me,I left happy AND my next job I got a 10K raise ha
I just wanted to say I'm happy that you reported on the floods in NW IA because that's how we found you.
I am really enjoying your content and presentation. Thanks for the great content
We do a bunch of drop-and-hooks at the Shelby DC. I have never had a problem there.
As you said, we can not know what someone has going on in their life.
I dont let others dictate me or my emotions. Ive learned that getting mad and angry is letting them control you. Im not gonna let someone miserable make me or my day miserable
A lot of very stressed out people right now, it’s better to just walk away. You made the right choice Kurt, you’re a good man stay safe out there.
Kurt, I live in Indy. This was just posted tonight. Sr 32 between Crawfordsville and Lebanon is being paved again. Shannon Dale is halfway between the two.
A new construction project focused on resurfacing State Road 32 is beginning this week and is expected to last through next summer spanning 10.3 miles from I-65 in Lebanon to Shannondale.
Awesome video, Kurt. Y’all have a blessed one.🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
It's nice to see some scenery in the daylight. Next time you need a ride, Sarah is going to "leave your ass".😂 I would, too. Thanks for the ride. Safe travels, and God bless.
Lol ya she would definitely
Opie was acting like some cats we have had, letting you know their displeasure at your absence.
Back in the 60’s and 70’s, no cell phones, when dad was on the road, stay off the phone, answer the phone by the 3rd ring. Short conversations. Keep it simple. Remember, no cell phones, dad was calling on a pay phone or from a shop someplace. #1 priority! Stay safe.
Happiness loves company. I do my best to be nice to people because if we all get along the world will be a better place
Man I love that truck !! Me and my wife really enjoy watching your videos! I drive a truck for a power company pulling a lowboy. Be careful on the rd and if you ever get close to Alexandria Louisiana and need something give me a holla !
I agree. I've allowed shippers and receivers to get me to lose my temper. But I always stand my ground, move on quickly, and never allowed them to ruin my day. In fact I would rate them and pass it on to my dispatchers to never send me back.
Joe from New Jersey!! Kurt as a former driver i've been there before many times after my bills were signed and ready to go i gave people like that a piece of my mind!!be safe Kurt!!😮
You nailed it! You were exactly right in saying, “if you are miserable, quit.” I told my wife the same thing and she is much happier.
+ That ear thing is very serious especially after outdoors camping , some flies get inside the ear permanently , some even attack the brain ( in some cases !! ) 😊
Thanks for the video trucking with Schmidt
I remember back in the 90’s I had a fan clutch go out on a Cummins. Same Deal. Went to KW at Kennesaw, Georgia. Waited two days. After I had gotten back out on the road I had noticed my A/C wasn’t putting out good. After I got to the terminal I was talking to the mechanic about it. He went out and looked and said they didn’t get a wire from the fan clutch to the computer hooked right. When your compressor for the A/C kicks in the computer tells the fan clutch to engage to pull air the the Condenser/Radiator. Also check the wires to the switches in the lines especially since they put that radiator in. They might have unplugged one or more and didn’t get it tight.
Brother you are TWISTED. Your pressure must of been boiling. Lol
As soon as you said Shelby,IA i KNEW where you were heading. Been there...experienced that. Swore to NEVER go back.
I feel the same way about rude people. I refuse to argue with them or stoop to their level of stupidity. Sometimes people think I'm meek, but I'm good with a coneback line. That shuts them up fast! Loved seeing Opie again. I think he's mad at you for being gone so long.
I couldn't agree with you more; I had one employee that had a management change 6 months before I was fully vested into both the pension and 401K match; those last four months were hell on earth. I confirmed with HR that I had my time in plus 1 day and put in my resignation. I made a promise to myself that I would never do that to my mental well being ever again. No amount of money is worth it.
Some people are happy being miserable, and if they can make someone else miserable I am sure it makes their day, I follow you because your, (I'm having a bad day or rant) lightens my day, stay safe, and where is OPIE? regards John
Way to go Kurt, Keep calm and chive on. Thanks man.
That looked like a “20” series JD. Like a 7720 or an 8820 I am guessing. Early-mid-80’s vintage.
I worked with the public for 35 years. Was absolutely the best thing I could have done because I met some amazing people. It was also the worst thing I could have ever done because I met some folks who were close to the dregs of society. Am I glad I did it? Sure! Do I want to go back? HAIL NO!!! You have Opie - you’re a lucky man. 😁 Safe travels, Kurt
Good for you for not being rude. Thanks for being a Patriot!
I am shocked about a Menard's employee being rude
I agree with you 100%. I think you handled it correctly. Keep on keeping on brother!
It used to really irritate me when I would call someone in my immediate family, and nobody would answer
their phones. I know things happen, and people could be in the middle of doing something, but this was a
fairly common thing. So, one day when we were all in the living room I made an announcement.
I calmly said, I work 60-70 hours a week, and I am the one that pays the bills. If you people don't start answering
your phones, I will have them disconnected and sell them on ebay.
It was really weird because everyone started answering their phones most of the time LOL.
Enjoyed the ride Kurt. I like to see the small towns. Ya i cant stand rude people either. Safe travels to ya, hope you get that ac at 100% would hate to have the big dog overheated. You can drive shirtless, he cant. ❤❤
Whenever a radiator gets replaced, guarantee freon is low. My friend with a k100 added a 2nd condenser to hold more freon. I believe he added another filter and dryer.
You left Opie, so he transferred his allegiance, probably to Troy.
Take care.
I just stopped at the Love's in Shelby, IA a couple of days ago for a pitstop and gasoline on my way back to sw WA from Pennsylvania, I-70 in Indiana seemed like a disaster scene; what a shame!!!!
Hey Kurt, love your videos keep up the good work me and my dad are owner operators in Australia my dad drives a peterbilt 379 and I drive a Kenworth t650 I was a diesel mechanic before I started driving trucks, I noticed when you were reversing when you got back home while you applied the brakes that your front drive axle was moving forward like you have a worn bush on the suspension or something, hopefully I am wrong especially after all the repairs you have had lately and I know the feeling. Wish all the best from down under
Love the back roads.Thank you for the ride
Just wait till the ringing stops & you start getting busy signals. 🤣
Dow City how like the roads of England (narrow and bumpy). OH dear, bad books with Mum and Opie, you 'll need to do some crawling .lol
I live in Iowa near that very distribution center. We Iowans have an UNJUSTIFIABLE need to be rude for some reason. It took me YEARS to get away from that attitude. We are all out here trying to support our families, and make a living. No reason for anyone to be crotches with anyone else.
Used to run alot of two lane roads in Ohio,Indiana,Michigan and Texas. The only thing worse than getting stuck behind a combine is getting stuck behind a caravan of Amish. Always worried about spooking one of the horses.
Only 2 things will spook you a horses 🐎 something they see 👀 or something they don't see 😅
Kurt, I seriously doubt that. I can’t see you being in a mad mood most ever. The world is full of pricks brother. Once in a while we run into them sad but true. They like to take out other people if they’re miserable, they want you to be miserable. 60 years old and I try not to ever act like that to other people it ain’t worth it.🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽
If someone can't be friendly, the least they can do is be civil.
Went to a place years ago that was really tight. Instructions were to OBEY the guy at the dock. Wondered what that could mean. Well, this guy was barking orders like he was Gunny Sgt. Hartman from Full Metal Jacket, "MOVE YOUR TRUCK! OVER THERE! RIGHT NOW!" This was apparently the job the shipper wanted him to do. I ignored him and moved when I was GD good and ready, and at my pace. I was ready to defend myself to my company, about how no one talks to me like that since the day I left basic training. But they never called.
First class would look so good pulling a cattle pot
Hey Schmidt, some folks can be very rude, which is sad. Life is way too short for having to deal with disrespectful people. It happens to me, and all I can do is smile and say, "I hope your day gets better. Love your videos brother, hang in there cause you are blessed! God be with you sir!
I’m sure she hit a curb on the way home😂
Thanks for the ride/scenery, Kurt. Yeah, some people have no respect for others these days. You have the best luck like I do when it comes to rides. First Sarah, then UberDad, 😁👍 Hope you have a nice weekend my friend. Talk to you soon.
Safe Travels out there Mr Kurt
Good advice. Sometimes change is good. The jobs are everywhere, even if you think you are too old for consideration.
I thoroughly enjoy your videos, especially the pov when driving. It brings me back to when I drove for
Stevens Transport. Safe travels Kurt
Im sorry there was tension when you delivered to the Menards DC, i delivered to one in Elgin, Illinois recently and the folks there were really nice.
I spent the bulk of my trip today on 2 lanes between NOLA & Crockett Texas.
So I am looking at getting my CDL I like your videos cause I like to see what life as a trucker is like I think you're a great guy and honestly I love to learn from you.
Enjoyed the drive coming into town. I haven't been on that highway south of town in ages. Has the same nasty turns, but I think a few of the homes that were there then, are no longer there.
Just have patience and just be nice to them.that what I was told by momma and daddy and the company told me the same
If you used I-35 more often, you could eat Coconut Cream Pie in Cameron, MO Exit 54 HWY 36 Nelles Restaurant.
Uber Dad does NOT need a beard.
WAY before Maynard's got big-think mid 1990's-the original DC for them was in Eau Claire WI just off I-94 @ Exit 61 or so-there was a gal in the shipping/receiving office-and I use that term very loosely-that lived for making all the drivers hauling their trash in & out of the DC VERY MISERABLE. That "woman" had a mouth that rivaled in sheer nastiness my DI's in Marine boot camp way back in 1980.
Always found it odd-they were always looking for trucks to haul to their stores-and it really wasn't a bad place to go into-I do recall they didn't want you headed out unless you were right at max weight-ya scaled & if you were not at least 78K gross-the forklift would go & grab more "stuff" to get ya right up there.
Super good advice. I have 12,000 followers on Facebook and do a lot of business from the page. My business and my personal is life are operated with one simple philosophy: The Golden Rule. It works over and over and will make a success out of you in everything you do.
Kurt, you meet grumpy for 10 minutes.
He has to deal with it for the rest of his life!
Gr8 FOOTAGE Mr Kurt
Consider yourself blessed, I watch another trucking youtuber that has his peterbilt in the shop for an extensive period. He is having to drive a rental automatic Volvo day cab in the mean time. He's Canadian and pulls b trains if that gives hints.
the fact that we transport everything these people need in life to survive and they don't show us any respect is infact insanely sad....
Preach driver!
Good evening Kurt
Opie needs a cheeseburger and all will be fine. If he eats it in the truck. He eats first class ya know!
Both the Missouri river valley on the west side and also the Mississippi river valley on the east side of Iowa are quite possibly the most scenic in the state.
Good evening Kurt hope all's well? That Menards you delivered to I not too long got a load from there and took it over to cedar falls Iowa
Hey Kurt what happened to the needle on your tachometer? And yes I agree 100%. If you hate your job just quit and don’t make other people miserable.
I understand what you are saying Kurt, but no matter how bad of a day someone might be having you do not treat customers that way period.
It's called tinnitus, there is no cure. Probably your inner ear readjusting from the high altitudes of CO.
Time will tell.
Stay safe. Regards to Sara, Tater Tot, and Bud.
Looking forward to seeing Opie.
From the Caribbean, all the best..
The company I worked at for several years had 10:28 loads of paper coming in every day as well as goods going out. The four guys that worked days back in Shipping & Receiving all had attitudes. I hated the way the treated truckers, especially because my dad and two uncles were truck drivers. I saw a couple of these guys after they left the company, they were still jerks.
Good Saturday afternoon
Dame to you Delila
Was watching a Livestream on Brandon copic's channel and he was storm chasing in Mapleton,IA and I mentioned you UA-cam channel and that he was in your hometown and he gave you a shoutout on his channel.
When people are like that I just act really really nice and smile. Makes them even more mad and I just get nicer. 👍👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
I'm with you, I can't stand miserable people.
Keep on truckin!
I had to double take. That looked almost identical to the town I live in. I guess Iowa small towns are a lot alike.
Sorry you had to deal with one of those types. I have a coworker that is like that all the time. Complains constantly about the same things. Thought for sure he would have quit a couple years ago. Still there, same story every time I work with him. Can be hard to deal with. I just try to be nice and ignore the best I can.
Looks like a 7720 John Deere, very good combines
So true. So true. God bless you from Atlanta. Subscribed 👍👍
It seems like I’ve been getting a lot of NASTY rude people at shippers and receivers lately too. Mostly in Minnesota and Iowa. I don’t know what’s going on??? There’s no obligation for customer service to deal with truck drivers I guess.
You’re a good soul Kurt!
I delivered there also and that place sucks not only the people but the environment is crap
Was a 20 series combine.
1979 to 1987ish time frame. I might be off by couple years either way
with todays prices, sadly some people have to work jobs they dont like for the paycheck. but like you said maybe he was just having a bad day. love your videos, hope the ac is a easy fix for you
I had my A/C go out down in Louisiana. Was not a good trip.
Its way to hot to take out the old German if the AC Fails especially but the dog days of summer are not a time to take pets on excursions.😮