We ask our drivers for their tips on what to look for when buying your first truck and transitioning into an owner-operator. The answers we received covered quite a large variety of topics and ideas, super informative for those thinking of purchasing their first truck.

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Soundtrack:
Sun Dog - Tiger Gang
Pop Filter - Alternate Endings
Sliver Lining - Brent Wood

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:02 Eventually your truck will break down and you need to have money saved
01:23 Find out how well the truck was maintained before you buy
01:44 Be realistic when choosing your truck
02:50 Take the time to learn the ins and outs of everything
03:53 Be prepared to repair an old truck frequently
04:28 Driver chooses freightliner because it's most popular, more mechanics are familiar
04:56 Used truck may be cheaper but then you could have many problems
06:11 Extra add ons for older trucks
06:50 Get the oil tested and sampled
07:19 Recommended fast trucks are Freightliner or Volvo
07:52 Cost of repairs inside truck, air conditioner cost
08:05 Newer engines in newer trucks- better fuel efficiency
09:00 Every truck needs to be maintained and taken care of regardless of age
09:20 Trucking business vs business of trucking