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  • čas přidán 24. 06. 2019
  • Chris and Ruth Smith showing their new 389 conventional Peterbilt. #trucking #trucks #overtheroad #diesel #dieseltrucks #customrigs #largecar #peterbilt #truckporn #welovetrucks
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  • @namuhtsuj4025
    @namuhtsuj4025 Před rokem +403

    This is what happens when you become a truck driver, you’re wife wants to go with you, you both like RVs, you both like to travel, and you’ve got the money to do this kind of thing. Huge props to them for doing what they enjoy! I hope the ride is smooth as butter!

    • @stevedirdochegal6568
      @stevedirdochegal6568 Před rokem +11

      For what it costs it damn right better be a smooth ride!

    • @usncorpsman7966
      @usncorpsman7966 Před rokem +1

      Nice...nice

    • @Voltomess
      @Voltomess Před rokem +1

      @@stevedirdochegal6568 how much?

    • @oreally8605
      @oreally8605 Před rokem +4

      Well, if you're not raising kids and they're grown and gone of course my wife is coming with me that goes without saying.

    • @ChrisSmith-ec1ju
      @ChrisSmith-ec1ju Před rokem +2

      Thank you sir, we do love what we do and we enjoy our life when at work, we do like going home as well

  • @Chicagocubs21
    @Chicagocubs21 Před 3 lety +2848

    This has more space than a New York City apartment

    • @timothyaldridge1236
      @timothyaldridge1236 Před 3 lety +178

      At 1/4th the price and it makes you money

    • @legionact
      @legionact Před 3 lety +67

      @@timothyaldridge1236 a fu** ton of money

    • @pg8220
      @pg8220 Před 3 lety +22

      Or English house.

    • @SpinningSidekick
      @SpinningSidekick Před 3 lety +88

      My keyboard has more space than an NYC apartment.

    • @Robo-xk4jm
      @Robo-xk4jm Před 3 lety +32

      The engine bay is probably the size of your average 1600/month no utilities Manhattan room (i say room because if you have no bathroom other than one shared by the whole building its not an apartment)

  • @Johnny53kgb-nsa
    @Johnny53kgb-nsa Před 6 měsíci +11

    I'm not a truck driver, but wow what a gorgeous truck! These folks seem to be down to Earth friendly people. I wish them both the very best, and save travels. Thanks. John.

  • @Jamiered18
    @Jamiered18 Před rokem +4

    This tractor alone looks as big as most British lorries with their trailers included

  • @jws2
    @jws2 Před 4 lety +2488

    Please understand the freight they are carrying before you leave ignorant comments. They haul jet engines basically airport to airport they will never be backing into tight spots. This truck is perfect for what they are using it for. If you listened to them they said they are out for 8 to 9 months then take the winter off. This type of hauling is not for everyone but perfect for the ones that like it. This is a perfect job for husband & wife teams.

    • @eleganceoneighteenwheelsma7922
      @eleganceoneighteenwheelsma7922  Před 4 lety +303

      J W oh my goodness, please tell them again!!! They must have watched this with the volume off!

    • @inftube
      @inftube Před 4 lety +41

      thanks. is there a video with that or similar truck in action?

    • @eleganceoneighteenwheelsma7922
      @eleganceoneighteenwheelsma7922  Před 4 lety +47

      inftube subscribe and check out the channel for yourself it’s a host of big rig videos to watch.

    • @LegendaryWoke
      @LegendaryWoke Před 4 lety +10

      Ahh great points!

    • @davidforslund2640
      @davidforslund2640 Před 4 lety +50

      But still. Your telling me that they don't ever need to turn@ a small intersection? I would love to see this with a trailer on it threw a drive course.

  • @marchill3353
    @marchill3353 Před 2 lety +409

    This is beautiful. As a truck driver, I love seeing my fellow truckers do it big like this.

    • @PutsOnSneakers
      @PutsOnSneakers Před rokem

      Nah... this is ugly and stupid

    • @oreally8605
      @oreally8605 Před rokem +2

      It's a Truck you don't use for work almost. Just cruising.

  • @Gunners_Mate_Guns
    @Gunners_Mate_Guns Před rokem +242

    I occasionally see extended tractors of this sort on the road, for some reason nearly always pulling trailers for moving companies (Mayflower is one I definitely remember), and it amazes me how the drivers can maneuver these monsters.
    It's damn shocking to consider that this truck had to set the Smiths back well beyond a half a million when brand new.

    • @casey6556
      @casey6556 Před rokem +71

      From what I’ve read, the reason that they’re usually moving company trucks is that these trucks are limited as to their total weight as well as the trailer size, so the only time you have the spare weight to put into a giant cab like this is when your cargo isn’t very dense (as is the case with moving personal possessions or parcels).

    • @Gunners_Mate_Guns
      @Gunners_Mate_Guns Před rokem +12

      @@casey6556 That would explain a lot.
      Thanks for the insight.

    • @joeg5414
      @joeg5414 Před rokem +7

      @@casey6556 makes sense. Yeah I remember always seeing them on mayflower and united van lines trucks when I was a kid

    • @kw900lkevin
      @kw900lkevin Před rokem +4

      @@casey6556 moving companies are not limited on weight all 5 axle tractor trailers can go to 80,000 pounds moving companies household goods usually cube out before grossing out on weight, the moving company's special products side will also cube it out before they get to max weight, these bunks are for convenience when waiting on loading and unloading times

    • @philliphols
      @philliphols Před rokem +14

      @@kw900lkevin I think you missed his point while stating it at the same time. You’re in agreement that a moving companies load could be less dense therefore working within this vehicles GVWR. Its not the moving company that’s limited, that was never stated by anyone. The limits were in reference to the tow rig due to its massive size relative to a more standard rig

  • @_shotswithspeed
    @_shotswithspeed Před rokem

    Saw this truck yesterday in delray florida getting off the turnpike.. Yes the wife was driving I gave her a thumbs up. In person this truck is huge ! Beautiful truck !!

  • @torinhansen6719
    @torinhansen6719 Před 3 lety +678

    Instead of “sleeper cab” how about “apartment cab”

  • @truckerray9634
    @truckerray9634 Před 3 lety +476

    The best looking rig I've ever seen. I'd love to see this house on wheels rolling down the interstate at night, it's got to be a rolling Christmas tree all lit up. Bravo to the Smith's.

    • @dreamlinetruckingaroundame3397
      @dreamlinetruckingaroundame3397 Před 3 lety +6

      Thank you

    • @peterbelanger4094
      @peterbelanger4094 Před 2 lety +10

      Pull a stocked refrigerated trailer, and you have a restaurant on wheels. Home cooked meals on the road.

    • @ictpilot
      @ictpilot Před 2 lety +6

      Saw one like this years ago, they called it "Size Matters".

    • @Aria432
      @Aria432 Před rokem

      Looks like shit.. Americans have 0 sense of taste.

    • @Aria432
      @Aria432 Před rokem +4

      The interior is from the 80's

  • @poloska9471
    @poloska9471 Před rokem +5

    What an incredible and beautiful beast of a truck. A true masterpiece!

  • @tmangamingx
    @tmangamingx Před 4 měsíci

    That is the most amazing truck I have every seen ! Simply beautiful ! Safe travels to y'all !

  • @marc.wrutgers6704
    @marc.wrutgers6704 Před rokem +87

    I am not a Trucker but these kind of Trucks are sooo awesome , Congrats on a rig like this .

  • @JH-812
    @JH-812 Před 3 lety +300

    I work at the Peterbilt in Denton in the "sleepers" department, and I can't imagine how much detail went into making this.

    • @donnaviestenz7773
      @donnaviestenz7773 Před 3 lety +3

      Beautiful rig!!!

    • @blackoutkr8183
      @blackoutkr8183 Před 3 lety +1

      how hard is it to get into a dealership? I was just around there a few weeks ago lol

    • @JH-812
      @JH-812 Před 3 lety +10

      @@blackoutkr8183 From what I know we don't make the trucks until they are paid for. Each one is custom built to the customers liking and they drive them out the warehouse once finished. But there isn't a dealership of finished trucks for sale.

    • @tonym8765
      @tonym8765 Před 3 lety +4

      This is a work of art ! Ferrari or Bugatti of peter-built

    • @jmchinch
      @jmchinch Před 3 lety +4

      @@tonym8765 probably cost more

  • @josephdaut103
    @josephdaut103 Před 8 měsíci

    Awesome! Congratulations!
    Thanks for sharing.

  • @clintsummers2704
    @clintsummers2704 Před rokem +1

    That thing is a beast! More than I need, I like minimal on my hauls, but that’s just me. 100% appreciate that beauty.

  • @RadioSnivins
    @RadioSnivins Před 4 lety +258

    Rig will require a Mullet Class registration - business in the front, party at the back.

  • @jeffstone7912
    @jeffstone7912 Před 3 lety +628

    The Truck for the guy that never wants to go home to his wife and kids. The only thing that needs is a lawn and water feature. 🤣

    • @omardominguez2044
      @omardominguez2044 Před 3 lety +2

      I agree 💯

    • @thachosenjuan216
      @thachosenjuan216 Před 3 lety +8

      Driving green with fountains on top of the truck 👌

    • @PunkSolar22x
      @PunkSolar22x Před 3 lety +10

      No joke, that a house all by itself.

    • @l.a.thetrucca845
      @l.a.thetrucca845 Před 3 lety +10

      They are provided for that’s all that matter quality time is over rated

    • @quikzMVp
      @quikzMVp Před 3 lety +5

      You can drive with your wife together but then you can only have one child because the space should be enough for only three.

  • @betsymess8532
    @betsymess8532 Před rokem +1

    I’ve never seen a cab this large! Amazable!

  • @minomokwa744
    @minomokwa744 Před rokem

    This is a dream come true ... what an awesome truck. So very beautiful ... would be a lifedream to drive (not even considering to own). Thanks for sharing this sight ....👋👋👋👋👋👋👋👋👋👋

  • @DavidPaulGatineau
    @DavidPaulGatineau Před 2 lety +59

    Had the pleasure of meeting this couple down in Phoenix. We had a good conversation and I admired their rig in person and now on this video. Safe travels my friends. Cheers from Canada 🇨🇦

    • @mauricioabrego2200
      @mauricioabrego2200 Před rokem

      que pedaso de camion es casilla rodante implementado sobre la cabina es modificado o ya viene de fabrica en que pais es esto lo del camion me rrefiero en que pais se encuentra este camion?

  • @elrobo3568
    @elrobo3568 Před 3 lety +84

    As an old owner operator that has a Mack with a "sleeper" so small that my feet had to stick out of the open fire ext door I am in awe! Great job, use it in safety and good health.

    • @emmanuelofori869
      @emmanuelofori869 Před rokem

      Also very grateful someone sliced off those feet as they stuck out of the open fire exit door.

    • @savagewaygames9365
      @savagewaygames9365 Před rokem +6

      So u tellin me a random person could come and slap ur feet while u sleepin💀

  • @MobfiaEnt
    @MobfiaEnt Před rokem +1

    I’m not into trucks or big rigs but this right here is very impressive I must say ✊🏾🔥🔥

  • @ferdterguson124
    @ferdterguson124 Před rokem +1

    No words for how awesome that is

  • @HugsBach
    @HugsBach Před 4 lety +71

    Beautifully crafted Peterbilt! Love the bright yellow. Very well thought through living space. Well done Peterbilt and custom builders to put this truck together 👍👏

  • @davidbrackin7927
    @davidbrackin7927 Před 4 lety +7

    I have seen this type of truck on the road and have always been in awe! Thank you for letting me see what the trucking good life looks like 👍

  • @stevecroucher9447
    @stevecroucher9447 Před rokem

    Awesome couple ,Beautiful Rig .

  • @GorVala
    @GorVala Před rokem +1

    Awesome folks all around.. great color of truck.

  • @Bythebartalk
    @Bythebartalk Před 3 lety +194

    Just imagine the truck breaking down and you can just go back to sleep and worry about it next week lol

    • @GeneralZap
      @GeneralZap Před 2 lety +6

      Yep!
      "Can I get a bonus stipend for security work in your shop? If anyone tries to steal tools I'll stop'em!"

    • @bells1739
      @bells1739 Před 2 lety +6

      Just imagine cummins breaking down 🤣

  • @johnwhohasanopinion7939
    @johnwhohasanopinion7939 Před 3 lety +47

    Thank you for letting us see your rig. If I saw you driving down the road I’d probably go off the road trying to catch a glimpse before you drove past. Absolutely beautiful. Was dying to see in the living quarters. Keep it between the lines and stay safe. John from cape cod.

    • @Shaun_Jones
      @Shaun_Jones Před 4 měsíci

      I’ve seen a few super sleepers on the freeway and I concur, the rubbernecking is real.

  • @zouhirnc7288
    @zouhirnc7288 Před 7 měsíci

    Amazing truck

  • @bekkerthesokuangeldragon68

    What a nice and big beautiful Semi truck! And Bright Bee yellow color too and nice big beefy tires and rims etc

  • @keithk8698
    @keithk8698 Před 4 lety +27

    That is 1 Beautiful truck! Congratulations to the new owner 👍🏼🤙🏼

  • @prestonpowers7376
    @prestonpowers7376 Před 3 lety +32

    You don't gotta be a big rig trucker to appreciate this beauty!

  • @thedeplorable8370
    @thedeplorable8370 Před rokem +9

    Amazing design. Beautiful work for the rig. Intelligent setup with minimal space. And the people are just awesome. I know they they are running jet engines, but the thing that scares me would be the weight and fuel consumption. Still, it really is a gorgeous rig.

  • @sangra8561
    @sangra8561 Před 9 měsíci

    Awesome Truck 😎🚒

  • @g.pearson4726
    @g.pearson4726 Před 2 lety +4

    I love how his truck honors they’re family
    That’s what I plan to do
    My trucks will be named after my uncle
    Who passed
    He was a truck driver for over 30 yrs
    Great interview
    Thank you for. Sharing

  • @bigticket9302
    @bigticket9302 Před 4 lety +73

    Haters gonna hate. All of these negative comments are amazing. There are lot of big bunk trucks on the road. Most of these trucks don't bump docks. They don't worry about 90-degree backs into a tiny alley off some trashy street in downtown LA. These owners haul $$$ freight and can afford these incredible rigs. As with anything in life, people that can't, complain and put down other people's accomplishments. Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Smith on your beautiful rig and safe travels. I hope to own one in the near future. God bless.

    • @kenmtb
      @kenmtb Před 4 lety +2

      This is the best comment by far!

    • @TalsmaEric
      @TalsmaEric Před 4 lety +1

      True shit that.

    • @waltlovegren5937
      @waltlovegren5937 Před 4 lety +1

      All the shit talkers are probably driving some off lot base model and are jealous of someone who has such an amazing truck.

    • @karlbell9312
      @karlbell9312 Před 4 lety +1

      Most people can't even Afford one. It's a dam good Looking truck.

    • @williamshird4253
      @williamshird4253 Před 4 lety

      I dont hate ,,just dont see it for me,is all,.still a need truckers we all do,,,,,TEACH and tell me more about 300,000$trucks! Now,race a truck,, WOW WEE!.

  • @IulianGrigoriu
    @IulianGrigoriu Před rokem

    Let`s go to world ! Thank you for Home TRK ! 👌👍

  • @GhostDrummer
    @GhostDrummer Před rokem +3

    I worked at a Kenworth dealership/repair shop years ago. We occasionally had some extended sleepers come through. The longest one had three rear axles and a tag axle that was under the sleeper. It had slide outs, full-size washer/dryer, shower, bathroom, kitchen (with stove, fridge, freezer), and a master bedroom.
    The back deck plate was a patio with a grill and smoker. The couple said they spent close to $2 million for the custom tractor and matching trailer. They hauled exotic cars and could fit up to 9 in the trailer. 4 down and 4 up using the lift, plus their personal subcompact that was loaded at the back of the trailer.

  • @jacksonk5326
    @jacksonk5326 Před 3 lety +80

    He doesn't just have a "sleeper" in the back. Dude has a full on RV in the back 😂

  • @keyboard101101
    @keyboard101101 Před 2 lety +6

    What a unique couple with a beautiful truck and story. Great videos brother, keep ‘em coming!

  • @MattyIcecubes
    @MattyIcecubes Před rokem +1

    Now that's living large on the road. If I had that rig I'd just live in it. Have me a PO box in my hometown but that rig would be my home.

  • @williamblakeley2495
    @williamblakeley2495 Před rokem

    This is Awesome thank you

  • @JustinSmithPYRO
    @JustinSmithPYRO Před 3 lety +24

    As a parts guy in the trucking business. This is absolutely awesome. I used to work for a peterbilt dealer. Now at a freightliner dealer. Man i miss working for peterbilt. Thank god it has an isx in it instead of a paccar motor. Awesome job. Much respect to you guys.

    • @Jasiel.95
      @Jasiel.95 Před rokem

      What’s wrong with parcar?

  • @michaelprosperity3420
    @michaelprosperity3420 Před 4 lety +36

    Great video. Specialty hauling is the way to go. Every time I see the Reliable trucks hauling collector cars I think how cool it would be to have a job like that.

    • @Romans--bo7br
      @Romans--bo7br Před 3 lety +1

      Michael Prosperity..... You Can, have a "job like that".... here's what it takes.... If you have a minimum of three years over the road commercial driving experience, and meet the criteria listed below.....
      Previous auto transport, HHG, HVP, car carrier driving jobs or similar specialized experience
      Dedicated to customer satisfaction and good company relations
      Compliance with FMCSR, company safety policy and tax regulations
      Clean motor vehicle record
      Have verifiable experience in driver safety and cargo securement
      Qualified drivers candidates are rewarded with strong revenue, and full administrative support for your operation.
      Individual and team car carrier drivers with specialized auto hauling driving experience are encouraged to apply.
      You can tell from the wording, that you would not be just a driver... re: pay close attention to the 3rd line down in the "criteria" list and the last three words in that sentence. Good luck.... here's their website - reliablecarriers dot com. They have 5 or 6 different divisions including the enclosed vehicle transport division.

    • @caseyhill5261
      @caseyhill5261 Před 3 lety +1

      Yes what he said, I am looking for people that have these qualifications. Very good job!

  • @cobyporschifer221
    @cobyporschifer221 Před rokem +21

    I drove OTR for 10 years. I can't imagine trying to maneuver that Beast in NYC. Or turning a corner in any major city.

    • @richardscathouse
      @richardscathouse Před rokem +5

      Most truck stops, you'd have trouble parking

    • @Johnny_RB
      @Johnny_RB Před rokem +1

      I'm thinking the same thing! Some of the places I've been it would have been impossible.

  • @brettbull5238
    @brettbull5238 Před rokem +1

    Beeeeautiful, makes the little green monster come out!!

  • @DvjLuna
    @DvjLuna Před 3 lety +54

    This rig is ABSOLUTELY stunning! One of the best looking one I have seen in a while and it would be one that I would be proud to drive.

    • @gordonnorris4202
      @gordonnorris4202 Před 2 lety +1

      You mean truck? what is a rig?

    • @kristinlanders1481
      @kristinlanders1481 Před 2 lety +1

      @@gordonnorris4202 ur obviously not a trucker are u? 😂

    • @IeeIee778
      @IeeIee778 Před rokem

      @@gordonnorris4202 a rig is what people what people call semi trailers a rig is basically another name for semis

    • @SWC44
      @SWC44 Před rokem

      DITTO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    • @frznrrfan.frznrrfan102
      @frznrrfan.frznrrfan102 Před rokem

      I have a pickup truck with a camper on back and it is also referred to as a "rig" in the camping community.

  • @terra2805
    @terra2805 Před 3 lety +6

    That's one hell of a wheelbase!! Like you say though, perfect for what they need it for. Beautiful looking truck! A real piece of art.

  • @LeoNardo-og6mk
    @LeoNardo-og6mk Před rokem

    Wow! Absolutely stunning monster and beauty at the same time...

  • @johndemler653
    @johndemler653 Před 7 měsíci

    Southern pride always had the nicest rigs. Even in the 90’s

  • @mattvega6941
    @mattvega6941 Před 3 lety +14

    that truck is NICE! congrats to the owners. I love all the lights on it.

  • @vatoloco2066
    @vatoloco2066 Před 4 lety +71

    At 7:40 When they showed the tv going up I thought it was stairs to an attic. 😂😂😂

  • @chromeinox
    @chromeinox Před rokem

    These awesome and sacrificing people keep the world turning.
    God bless.

  • @sxmolin
    @sxmolin Před 9 měsíci

    Wow amazing truck, beautiful!!

  • @joshuaweiser459
    @joshuaweiser459 Před 4 lety +6

    Thank you for letting us see this truck

  • @gamblinggal778
    @gamblinggal778 Před 4 lety +5

    What a gorgeous truck! Reminds me of the good ol days when my husband and I drove OTR

  • @cliffterrell5785
    @cliffterrell5785 Před 7 měsíci

    Fantastic looking rig !!

  • @grigorirazumovski1012
    @grigorirazumovski1012 Před rokem +1

    That is hardcore commitment right there.

  • @snoopu2601
    @snoopu2601 Před 3 lety +40

    I want to thank you for sharing your home with us. Letting the younger generation to see how they can have a career in the hauling business.

    • @exever_
      @exever_ Před 2 lety +3

      No they will professional snapchatters lmao

    • @narutouchiha4236
      @narutouchiha4236 Před 2 lety +1

      It ain't a future in this bro, self driving it's gonna come it's just when

    • @snoopu2601
      @snoopu2601 Před 2 lety +2

      @@narutouchiha4236 there's always going to have to have someone in the driver seat no matter what. I hear you they might have a self driven big rig driving across country but not anytime soon.

    • @travisbryan663
      @travisbryan663 Před 2 lety +3

      @@narutouchiha4236 they have self flying planes. Guess who’s still in the cockpit. Pilots. I’d love to see a automated truck try and back into some of these tight docks.

    • @uttamjeetsingh7451
      @uttamjeetsingh7451 Před rokem

      @@travisbryan663 It'll do a far better job than a human.

  • @dkroen17
    @dkroen17 Před 4 lety +5

    What a lovely couple. I love the truck have elements of his family. Godspeed!

  • @joshanderson7358
    @joshanderson7358 Před rokem +1

    This truck shines bright like a diamond.

  • @user-jt7yj2nr5t
    @user-jt7yj2nr5t Před 2 měsíci

    😂❤ I LOVE THAT truck. That's SUPER CRAAAZY. Nice, I LOVE your story❤😊❤😊 I Love your seats😂❤❤❤❤❤❤❤.

  • @mrhookups
    @mrhookups Před 4 lety +25

    Coolest Couple.....Humble folks !
    Should make another video of them on the everyday life on the road.
    Cheers from Compton CA.

  • @mickyg1953
    @mickyg1953 Před 4 lety +9

    Its amazing how people must comment without watching the whole video and the interview when it is all explained. Good trucking 👍

  • @TruckinTrokero
    @TruckinTrokero Před rokem

    This is amazing!

  • @LukeHellwalker
    @LukeHellwalker Před rokem +1

    Damn, what a beautiful machine.

  • @jennangel122397
    @jennangel122397 Před 3 lety +5

    My goodness! This rig is gorgeous!

  • @burtlay7552
    @burtlay7552 Před 4 lety +6

    I love it there's nothing like a peterbuilt to me I miss mine I cry sometimes cause I can't drive one anymore I got hurt unloading my truck in 2004 now I got more screws an bolts than that Pete y'all are lucky to have you earned it an God bless an happy trails 🔫💪🇺🇸

  • @terryhawkins5585
    @terryhawkins5585 Před 4 měsíci

    THAT'S ONE GORGEOUS LOOKING TRUCK ❤❤

  • @enriqueangel747
    @enriqueangel747 Před rokem

    That beast is directly to live on the road, amazing.

  • @purplepixi18
    @purplepixi18 Před 4 lety +17

    This is very interesting. I love that they are adding comfort to the trucking experience. More and more freight haulers are necessary in order to provide goods and services that we love and enjoy every single day. It's nice to know that the job doesn't have to suck all of the time.

  • @Romans--bo7br
    @Romans--bo7br Před 4 lety +379

    Thank you for this video... great interview. I've reading many of the comments and replies below, 85% of it is ignorant BS. I'm a retired owner operator with 51 yrs of trucking behind me.... so I do know a little about trucking. This couple is leased to Southern Pride, which is primarily a Very Specialized carrier in the transporting of Military and commercial jet aircraft engines... which generally only weigh between 3,000 to 8,000 lbs (depending on type and application) and they rarely haul more than One engine per trip... though, occasionally will have Two or Three depending on engine size, so weight is NOT a big concern as far as the truck is concerned.
    Also, they generally haul engines that are scheduled for overhaul on the eastbound run... usually to either General Electric's Jet Engine division or to Pratt & Whitney, and return westbound with a "fresh" engine(s) and the time factor from point "A" to point "B" in either direction is Very "tight" and there is NO time for sitting around truck stops or anywhere else en-route... which is why ALL of Southern Prides Owner/Operators have "Large Cars", Not "just" the Smiths here in this video... though some are Not as long in the wheelbase as this one.
    Southern Pride also does GSE moves (Ground Support Equipment) which also includes Over-dimensional as well as aircraft parts, not only in the contiguous lower 48, but also internationally.... I think that in the now 40+ years in business.... they probably have things figured out a bit better than some of the "expert" nay sayers on here.
    Southern Pride Only accepts the Very Best of the Best for Owner/Operators with Years of proven experience behind them and with impeccable credentials, both as previous long term Owner/Operators and in personal character.... which would exclude At Least 85% of the "wanna be" (re: Phony) truck drivers I see climbing out of trucks these days, with nose rings, spandex, tattoo's from head to toe, pajamas, etc, etc, etc, ad nauseum... and no real integrity to speak of.
    Over 90% of Southern Prides Owner/Operator teams are Husband & Wife (as in Male & Female), and most of them have been married for Many years with no prior marriages..... they are "Solid" people. The Owner/Operators who have what it takes to "make the grade" and are excepted to run for Southern Pride... make a Very Nice living, close to $300,000 per year... Minimum.
    As Chris Smith stated... they spend most of the year, on the road... straight out with very time sensitive, High Value loads, the rigs that SP's O/O's have... are built for what they do (though there are some that have bought "2nd hand", but are very suitable for the running and loading conditions with SP, so all this garbage I'm reading on here about "they're too heavy" - "too long" - "can't back up a trailer" - "very impractical", etc, etc, etc, ad-nauseam.... is pure BS, written by a bunch of faceless "keyboard cowboy experts" who are completely ignorant of the subject at hand.

    • @eleganceoneighteenwheelsma7922
      @eleganceoneighteenwheelsma7922  Před 4 lety +28

      2Stroke Diesel Power thank you for this comment!

    • @jacquesferhaniarnaut3524
      @jacquesferhaniarnaut3524 Před 4 lety +16

      Great comment that explains well what it's all about.

    • @Romans--bo7br
      @Romans--bo7br Před 4 lety +22

      @End this police corruption..... I do Not recall discussing the overall length, not their trailer length - individually. If you're looking for an argument, or trying to just be insinuative... I'm not playing that game with you, nor anyone else.... nor do I need to give a detailed report to you on my years of experience.... which is now approaching 51 years, over 30 years as an O/O... and just so you know... my longest load was 287' 9" long... a refinery vessel hauled to the refinery way up in Yellow Knife, NWT. You don't need 53 nor 48' trailers to haul jet engines... SP is legal in All 48 states.
      PS: I will say one thing.... I agree with your "handle" here on YT.

    • @ChrisSmith-ec1ju
      @ChrisSmith-ec1ju Před 4 lety +7

      2Stroke Diesel Power very well said Sir. Love it

    • @ChrisSmith-ec1ju
      @ChrisSmith-ec1ju Před 4 lety +11

      End this police corruption You are an ignorant moron that knows dick about length because I go into every state without permits. If you want to talk about romper room then you will know more then

  • @The_PaleHorseman
    @The_PaleHorseman Před rokem +1

    I've always loved the 389s

  • @thomasw95
    @thomasw95 Před rokem +1

    That’s a beautiful truck!

  • @mosierboy3631
    @mosierboy3631 Před 4 lety +8

    New to your channel! This rig is amazing!! A small house on wheels AT work!! That is beautiful sir!

  • @arneservatius8686
    @arneservatius8686 Před 3 lety +7

    Excellent craftsmanship. It’s totally amazing. I’d be a slave to it keeping it perfect. Michigan

  • @SquidFart747
    @SquidFart747 Před rokem

    Absolute beast. Love it.

  • @darebear2438
    @darebear2438 Před rokem

    That’s one hell of a rig! Takes some serious skill to pull a trailer with that thing

  • @turbotonye-4124
    @turbotonye-4124 Před 3 lety +18

    Thank you for letting us see your home. Absolutely amazing. Perfectly built for what you haul. Good thing you deliver to airports, you need an airport to turn around. Or else you be stuck doing a 3,000 point turn with 1,500 pull-ups. God bless she is gorgeous. I’m sure she will last you forever. 🇺🇸💪🏼

  • @rtazman2004
    @rtazman2004 Před 4 lety +4

    That is a Sweet Ride I am a Retired Diesel Mechanic and I can say that is a Beautiful Ride all thou it is probably a bugger to work on it is still a Nice Truck Love it.

  • @djprentowalker8878
    @djprentowalker8878 Před rokem +1

    I love this wow the full works

  • @InnerHacking
    @InnerHacking Před rokem +1

    What a beauty, and those seats.. woah

  • @annkelley6813
    @annkelley6813 Před 3 lety +8

    Absolutely gorgeous cab!!

  • @paulskoglund1757
    @paulskoglund1757 Před 2 lety +5

    Thank you for showing your beautiful rig.

  • @lestalbot5996
    @lestalbot5996 Před 11 měsíci

    They should all be like this. Fantastic ❤️

  • @cliffordwarner7852
    @cliffordwarner7852 Před 2 měsíci

    Amazing work

  • @bigdogbulldog9912
    @bigdogbulldog9912 Před 4 lety +11

    Great truck, great story behind it

  • @Healitnow
    @Healitnow Před 4 lety +21

    As a retired truck driver all I can say about the sleeper is WOW!

    • @MichaelJones1527
      @MichaelJones1527 Před 4 lety

      Hi, I have a small youtube channel and I’m trying to reach and get help from other small channels like myself. I am subscribing to your channel now and would hope you would return the favor and subscribe to mine. Thanks in advance. I'm in the parts and trucking business.

    • @lydiaanderson623gmaillydia6
      @lydiaanderson623gmaillydia6 Před 2 lety

      @Hello Harvey how are you doing

  • @Nicholas44566
    @Nicholas44566 Před rokem

    im not super into to the truck world but im just getting into engines and cars,thanks for letting me know what these are used for,i was wondering who in the world would be able to drive these in tight spots. Apreaciate it!

  • @p.k.953
    @p.k.953 Před rokem +1

    0:21 I was waiting for it to transform into an Autobot 🔥😅🤣

  • @corinnerobinson4949
    @corinnerobinson4949 Před 4 lety +6

    Beautiful truck!,,I'm glad you both are out and enjoying it,,,looks comfy too....😎😊🤗

  • @derekstocker6661
    @derekstocker6661 Před 4 lety +3

    Absolute work of art, good luck to these folks, great truck and does what they want, a whole lot of people out there would love to own or just have a drive of this so why so many dis-likes I wonder...

  • @davidobrien3897
    @davidobrien3897 Před rokem

    GO FOR IT. Livin the dream. Way to go folks.

  • @neverneverlandsandman

    Wonderful craftsmanship

  • @simoncollins86
    @simoncollins86 Před 3 lety +15

    Wow that’s simply stunning. Our English trucks have nothing on these. I remember the daf 500 that had a Cummins engine in it with twin eminox stack pipes. Sounded awesome. Amazing piece of engineering.

    • @Blibby-Blobby
      @Blibby-Blobby Před rokem +3

      You don't have roads in the UK or Europe that can handle the turning circle of this tractor alone plus the legal requirements so these monsters will never been seen over the pond.

    • @kristoffer3000
      @kristoffer3000 Před rokem

      We don't have monsters like this in Europe because they're ridiculously stupid.
      Sorta cool but stupid.

  • @biggin5434
    @biggin5434 Před 4 lety +15

    I'm in love with that Banana, lol.
    Glad to see its a manual transmission and what a beautiful machine.

    • @sgtpepper6379
      @sgtpepper6379 Před 3 lety

      Something like this would come in automatic?

    • @biggin5434
      @biggin5434 Před 3 lety

      @@sgtpepper6379 your choice of auto or manual.

  • @justin11726
    @justin11726 Před rokem

    Now, this is a rig!! 🤩

  • @kevinworley1254
    @kevinworley1254 Před rokem +1

    Nice ride. Love the seat’s