scoutcub
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- Aug 19, 2008
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- Yanmar LX4900//Cub 7532//Cub Yanmar SC2400//Komatsu D38//Cub Volunteer//Cub SZ60/CAT 289C/CAT 308
I've been toying with the idea of "profit" hauling somewhere in the future. I have an 06 dually diesel, a 30' gooseneck tandem (25K) and a 30' 14K cargo trailer. Still enjoy driving Xcountry. My primary concerns are.....Insurance - anyone have experience with what type of insurance to get? 100K? 1Mill? Typical cost of insurance?
I have a chauffer's license, but am seriously considering getting a CDL. Also, I spose I would get a DOT tag/number....I think this is free?
If, after doing all this, does this open me up to commercial scrutiny....keeping logbooks, required to stop at scales, etc...I guess I'm looking at all the "cons" to see if it's doable. I've lurked around Uship quite a bit, actually have an account there. Seems like more than a few folks (independants) are doing this full-time.
I think I would concentrate on hauling equipment (tractors/construction equipment, etc) since I've done quite a bit of that on my own, and very comfortable doing it. Also considering using the cargo trailer for "sheltered" loads, or perhaps even household moves...(parking trailer, no loading on my part, just transporting) but in my mind that brings more headaches as well.
As always, any input is appreciated!
I have a chauffer's license, but am seriously considering getting a CDL. Also, I spose I would get a DOT tag/number....I think this is free?
If, after doing all this, does this open me up to commercial scrutiny....keeping logbooks, required to stop at scales, etc...I guess I'm looking at all the "cons" to see if it's doable. I've lurked around Uship quite a bit, actually have an account there. Seems like more than a few folks (independants) are doing this full-time.
I think I would concentrate on hauling equipment (tractors/construction equipment, etc) since I've done quite a bit of that on my own, and very comfortable doing it. Also considering using the cargo trailer for "sheltered" loads, or perhaps even household moves...(parking trailer, no loading on my part, just transporting) but in my mind that brings more headaches as well.
As always, any input is appreciated!