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I was chased by wild donkeys. New steer tires probably saved my life | Trucking life lessons
Many of you know I am not just a Truck Driver who makes videos on RU-vid. I have job duties far too numerous for me to ever get done all by myself so I am generally always playing some form of catch-up.
We have a good team of people who work for Bright Mountain and Happiness By The Mile, but just like the seasons, lives and situations change, so we have to adjust. Trying to run a trucking company in these times has taken almost everything out of me.
The pain of the diesel crisis hit home quite hard. Idling my truck was not on my list of to-do’s, but I had Dakota with me out here. We spent a lot of time outside of the truck to try and stay away from the heat of the summer. It started to become too much because when I could comfortably sleep with the truck off some nights, she could not. So I had to take her and drop her off at home to be watched. I honestly just couldn’t afford it.
Not only that our loads were sparse and we needed to make a change so all the people that rely on Bright Mountain for a job, had a job to come back to. That took priority. I would be lying if I said I was not just hunkering down and being strictly a driver and business owner since the beginning of this year.
So to begin, let me explain the changes we’ve made recently. We are no longer with any faction of FedEx. It’s not that FedEx is not a good opportunity, but it wasn’t the right fit for us.
Now we are with a company called Panther, under ArcBest, and have been doing much better. I have also been dealing with personal issues as well as business issues. This has led me to just bury myself in work so I didn’t have to experience my mental turmoil. I think we are now to the point of this healing journey where I can come back to making videos. So here is my first video in a while.
Thank you for your continued support. Keep on truckin’
-Shelby
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00:00 Introduction
02:45 Memphis Texas
06:15 Wild donkeys
07:53 Tires look terrible
12:35 New tires

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@crazy55rider7
@crazy55rider7 Год назад
I applaud you for not being Lazy. And as long as your growing and learning that’s what matters.
@norahc.
@norahc. Год назад
Tires, brakes and steering are the 3 things I never mess with or skimp on the truck. One needs replaced, then the matching one on the other side gets replaced...no debate. Glad to see you making vids again. Stay safe!
@josephalexander3884
@josephalexander3884 Год назад
I watch you for just this reason. You are a master. Thank you.
@josephalexander3884
@josephalexander3884 Год назад
Dakota is always nice to me. Hello Dakota. I’m not a huge animal person, but Dakota is important for me.
@ShelbyHBTM
@ShelbyHBTM Год назад
Awwwww thank you! She will take all the love she can get 🖤🐺
@tonnielstrickland3925
@tonnielstrickland3925 Год назад
As a lady trucker myself I just love your videos. Glad to see you back. I’ve learned so much from you. Keep up the excellent work 😊
@ShelbyHBTM
@ShelbyHBTM Год назад
Awww thank you for watching and commenting 💛
@SFDearing1
@SFDearing1 Год назад
Retired from the BNSF Railway...engineer/conductor...don't envy heavy truck operators, especially independents like yourself in this market. Don't know how you make a profit with the high overhead. Rail life is much like trucking in that home is wherever you hang your hat at the end of a long day. Appreciate you taking the time to take us along on the open road...be safe out there and keep the shiny side up! God Bless!
@ShelbyHBTM
@ShelbyHBTM Год назад
It is a rough road right now. I think regulations will be the death of us before rates and fuel does us in. I'm holding my breath.
@pullerofspikes
@pullerofspikes Год назад
Railroader here. It’s really cool that you have an affinity toward trains! Most of the public hates us because crossing delays. Glad someone has our back!
@ShelbyHBTM
@ShelbyHBTM Год назад
Oh I love trains. I’ll sit patiently and just smile at them 😊
@ryanhutchinson9657
@ryanhutchinson9657 Год назад
@@ShelbyHBTM I love watching your trucking videos on Your RU-vid channel Keep up the great work
@michellej7734
@michellej7734 Год назад
There are more of us than you think. I ABSOLUTELY LOVE TRAINS SO MUCH SO THAT WHEN STRESSED O TAKE THE SUBWAY TO UNION STATION ON LA it is the closest I can come that is near me in Los Angeles but when I travel, I get excited when I hear a train whistle blow, IT IS THE BEST!!!!
@zenofthemoment
@zenofthemoment Год назад
I tend to blow my truck horn at trains. We’re all doing the same job, just using different tools. Roll on!
@alkennedy1124
@alkennedy1124 Год назад
You love trains like I do and my family works in the rails so take a looks at my freinds channel Ccrx6700 on RU-vid,he works on a rail road hauling coal Cumberland mine coal train I think it’s in Virginia , and he is the rail boss of maintenance , any there are some more railroads you can watch on RU-vid too thanks BigAl California praise Jesus Christ grace grace grace amen 🙏
@marktrvls1218
@marktrvls1218 Год назад
I’m a train driver in Europe and often the best part of my day is stopping for coffee half way through the day, looks like a really nice spot wherever you stopped there, super nice vid, thanks 👍
@phil8742
@phil8742 Год назад
Our company will change both steer tires when one goes bad. Good call.
@peggyudden8814
@peggyudden8814 Год назад
Shelby... the donkeys was pretty funny! It's nice to see you laugh! I'm glad that you keep the truck maintained so well! It keeps you and Dakota safe on the roads! I don't drive a truck - just a car - but I am fascinated by your travels! I admire your ability to drive trucks and keep them running! You are a hero!
@garyreimer6791
@garyreimer6791 Год назад
Thanks for sharing, always enjoy see you on here. I believe the indentations on your steering tire , is called cupping, but not really sure what causes it. Glad to see you can down from the North Pole to Gods country. You be safe. Give Dakota a hug for me
@davidbrown5251
@davidbrown5251 Год назад
So glad to see you’re doing good! Missed seeing that smiling beautiful face of yours!
@thegreatzman
@thegreatzman Год назад
Donkeys are coming! That cracked me up. Hi, Dakota.
@janvandenhurk3251
@janvandenhurk3251 Год назад
Shelby .... I'm glad Dakota is back with you .... she must have missed you so much ....
@FriedShrimpPoBoy
@FriedShrimpPoBoy Год назад
Heartbreaking to see many of those historic American brick downtowns boarded up closed.
@THEMissouriRattery
@THEMissouriRattery Год назад
Shelby, check your Ply rating for the steers. If you have a higher ply it will be a different air pressure. Keep that old right steer as a spare. Keep moving forward, your doing fine!
@ShelbyHBTM
@ShelbyHBTM Год назад
I will look into that, thank you!
@josephalexander3884
@josephalexander3884 Год назад
I’m thankful for anything you can produce. You’r videography is astounding. Thank you for your efforts.
@sadiesmom274
@sadiesmom274 Год назад
So good to see you and Dakota . You’ve been missed.
@randycarter7288
@randycarter7288 Год назад
Good to see you and Dakota Beautiful
@frankbernotimm3031
@frankbernotimm3031 Год назад
Take care of You, Lady!
@tonydupont4378
@tonydupont4378 Год назад
You just keep doing your best. Never give up & Never give in! Keep on truckin.
@jonathanwilliams4501
@jonathanwilliams4501 Год назад
She is really beautiful...20 yrs of driving under my belt so far at 43
@alpine7840
@alpine7840 Год назад
We all have missed your videos!
@MythLeatherCo
@MythLeatherCo Год назад
The dome light problem is a known issue with the door switches. Check with FL with your VIN to see if your tractor is affected. s/b covered under warranty. 👍
@ShelbyHBTM
@ShelbyHBTM Год назад
Sweet I’ll roll it in there
@richardhanley3411
@richardhanley3411 Год назад
Please don't worry about the content of your videos. Just following and watching your travels are way cool. I mean who else gets chased by donkeys. Anyway yall have a great wonderful trip. Peace out
@incarsus
@incarsus Год назад
Glad to see someone else uses the proper technical term zig-zags.
@randyhopkins9114
@randyhopkins9114 9 месяцев назад
Those little zigzag thingies!...🤗💖🫣🤭👍
@danlindberg4849
@danlindberg4849 Год назад
No worries about the videos, they are great!
@DaisyPurpleFlower
@DaisyPurpleFlower Год назад
Hi Shelby! About your light, you should unplugged it. You have to remove the cover and then you will see the wires. I did it with mine, last year. You could also go to your dealer to fix it because it is a bad electrical grounded.
@dennisonline9680
@dennisonline9680 Год назад
Thank you for the video!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@jd450lh
@jd450lh Год назад
Good to see you back and making videos again...glad you got new steers because the right one was an accident waiting to happen (I'm retired now, but I was a trucker for 29yrs, so I've "been there, done that" a few times)...looking forward to your next video...take care 🙂 God Bless, Jeff
@ShelbyHBTM
@ShelbyHBTM Год назад
I had to cancel my loads to take care of it but I agree that right one was not looking like it was going to take much more
@kopenhagenkid
@kopenhagenkid Год назад
Great tour Shelby
@kopenhagenkid
@kopenhagenkid Год назад
Beautiful dog Shelby
@jaykay8702
@jaykay8702 Год назад
Check the tire pressure often, millage increases with proper pressure, edge wear can mean too low pressure,middle wear too high; perhaps you already know this,but could not resist restating. Cheers and keep the good attitude! Your work is important to all of us and your every day needs.
@salorjim1000
@salorjim1000 Год назад
Always love seeing your videos Shelby. I know you are a busy girl so we will all just enjoy your videos when you get the time to do them. You always post someting on FB or IG so we can see you are still out there and doing ok.
@ShelbyHBTM
@ShelbyHBTM Год назад
Thank you for the kind words. I’m doing my best to put out more 😁
@scottm15067
@scottm15067 Год назад
You’re so beautiful! It least you got new steers for winter!
@damonisatdamon_x333
@damonisatdamon_x333 Год назад
Glad you're back
@GHarris218
@GHarris218 Год назад
Glad to see you posting videos again!
@stanbrow
@stanbrow Год назад
Nice seeing you back
@allenmason8288
@allenmason8288 Год назад
Thank you for the update. I admire your courage in these trying times. It is even more difficult when you have other people depending on you. Hope all continues to improve for you.
@ShelbyHBTM
@ShelbyHBTM Год назад
Thank you. I am doing my best to put out more videos as quickly as I can 😁
@arthurfricchione8119
@arthurfricchione8119 Год назад
I’ll stick around for all of them ❤
@johnstroud8682
@johnstroud8682 Год назад
Welcome back missed your videos stay safe out on the road.
@levirobertson4183
@levirobertson4183 Год назад
You are truly an amazing gem, keep following your hearts desire girl. You're going places regularly and deserve the very best in life I want so badly for you.
@laronwoods1633
@laronwoods1633 Год назад
Glad to see you up and going again. I have missed seeing you on. I sincerely hope you can get things worked out in your personal life.😀 Be safe abd be well.
@curtishelfrich1943
@curtishelfrich1943 Год назад
Glad to see you back on.
@Inferlogist
@Inferlogist Год назад
please don't disappear for too long time .
@theANGRIERone
@theANGRIERone Год назад
Usually when you get those peaks and valleys in the tires it's a balancing issue. At least on regular cars/SUVs. Hope you've got it sorted after the new ones went on! Nice to see you back on here as well. Roll easy! 😁
@redwolf6724
@redwolf6724 Год назад
It’s The Same On Semi’s and Sometimes They Even Need An All Wheel Axle Alinement. I Had A Tractor That Was Tracking Sideways A Little And They Found The Axles Needed Aligning
@eep6837
@eep6837 Год назад
You’re back! Yay!! 👋👋
@petgranny194
@petgranny194 Год назад
Thanks for taking us to Memphis! Cute town.
@timbergen8526
@timbergen8526 Год назад
Thanks for the update. Please stay safe !
@sjeffreyw
@sjeffreyw Год назад
Been thru Memphis, Tx. many times didn't realize that cool little cafe was there.
@Navajo-man
@Navajo-man Год назад
Hi Shelby and Dakota it’s awesome seeing your video back on you’re strong young lady what ever you’re struggle you will succeed and be successful and as always you both be safe 🇺🇸🇺🇸
@garysimons1608
@garysimons1608 Год назад
Good to see you and Dakota again. Love your videos!
@MOTrav
@MOTrav Год назад
Good to see a new video from you and Dakota. Have a great holiday season and roll on! 😎
@Jenna19861
@Jenna19861 Год назад
Glad to see you back with another video Shelby!! Stay safe out there and thank you!! 😊
@thekingofafrican7771
@thekingofafrican7771 Год назад
Welcom Back Beautiful ❤
@bradputnam3905
@bradputnam3905 Год назад
Blessings to you and Dakota
@lorraine2260
@lorraine2260 Год назад
Have a beautiful and blessed journey!You and Dakota are loved!🤗❤️🫶🏼
@josephalexander3884
@josephalexander3884 Год назад
Your appreciation for humanity is astounding. Thank you.
@npvj5687
@npvj5687 Год назад
Sooooo happy to hear and see from you again !💕
@russ9803
@russ9803 Год назад
Hi Shelby, so good to see you and Dakota are safe and well. Great video of another great town on your road trips.. like you say they have such great character and the train was perfect coming through at the perfect time. Can't wait to see you on the next one and as always you and Dakota have safe travels 👍🏻😎
@brucepeppinck9988
@brucepeppinck9988 Год назад
Looking forward great 👍 truck 😊
@michaelwright4525
@michaelwright4525 Год назад
Nice to see you posting vid's again! Dakota is awesome! Love the filming of you truck'n down the scenic highways!
@janebeuten6071
@janebeuten6071 Год назад
Great video Shelby! Can't wait for the next one 👍 Safe travels. Hi Dakota 🐕🐾🤩
@ShelbyHBTM
@ShelbyHBTM Год назад
Thank you. We appreciate you taking the time to watch our videos.
@maramahiroti5218
@maramahiroti5218 Год назад
Good to see ya back and hug dakota all the best from Sydney Australia for Xmas
@georgehasler142
@georgehasler142 Год назад
Thanks for the update glad you are back I also really enjoy trains as always drive safe
@ShelbyHBTM
@ShelbyHBTM Год назад
They are the best! 🚂🚂
@charlesbumpus5321
@charlesbumpus5321 Год назад
Glad to see you and Dakota back miss these videos from you
@FutureGPTranscoDriver
@FutureGPTranscoDriver Год назад
Yay your back! Remember they are YOUR trucks so run them how YOU want! Keep up the good videos coming and be safe out on the road!
@charlesrobinson2423
@charlesrobinson2423 Год назад
Great to see you again Shelby, missed you. Hi Dakota.
@davidjohns1884
@davidjohns1884 Год назад
Shelby and Dakota, so glad to see your video missed you on RU-vid. Scenery was beautiful and like small towns , so peaceful and nostalgic. I don’t know where this saying comes from : “ If you take care of your truck it will take care of you “. Corny I guess but , please take care on road and be safe 😊🌷👍
@ShelbyHBTM
@ShelbyHBTM Год назад
I agree with your statement it’s not corny 😁
@thousandthreads3842
@thousandthreads3842 Год назад
I can’t get enough of your videos! Stay safe and we are looking forward to seeing you again!
@ShelbyHBTM
@ShelbyHBTM Год назад
Thank you so much for your kind words! I will keep posting.
@desktopdiddies5530
@desktopdiddies5530 Год назад
These videos are cool, get to see parts of the country that might otherwise never be seen from us in other parts of the world. Nice to see all seems well with you Shelby, and there were some snips of Dakota too. Safe travels ahead
@kentr2424
@kentr2424 Год назад
Glad to see you back Shelby - and Dakota too!!! As far as your tires go - speaking as a former tire guy - both are shot and good only for the tire shredder. You said it's not an alignment issue, but it may be - just not what you're thinking. Your steering kingpin bushings may need replacing. Those little "zig-zaggy things" you mentioned on your drives are called "sipes", and they're in tires for traction help and they also help dissipate water - making it harder to hydroplane.
@joshuab9793
@joshuab9793 Год назад
Miss the vlogs so much, stay safe out there!
@TheAesirGod246
@TheAesirGod246 Год назад
Finally your back, hope you had a great birthday 🥳 🎂
@jeffgoodenough9932
@jeffgoodenough9932 Год назад
Hello Shelby I'm Jeff from Michigan thank you for sharing your videos with us I love them and you.
@kopenhagenkid
@kopenhagenkid Год назад
Great video Shelby
@MrLonghorn34
@MrLonghorn34 Год назад
Hey Shelby I'm so glad to see that you're making videos again. I hope you had a good Thanksgiving and if you don't make another video before Christmas I hope you have a Merry Christmas.
@ShelbyHBTM
@ShelbyHBTM Год назад
I will put another one out this week 🤫
@derekgilbert2884
@derekgilbert2884 Год назад
I'm happy you make video's again and always look for new video's of you, your puppy 🐶 . I hope to see more of your video's. You help me though rough times since I had heart attack just thank you make me feel better take care Shelby 🙂
@Mr_Texas19
@Mr_Texas19 Год назад
Trains, animals, and a beautiful small town. This is the best vlog ever
@Lpsb232
@Lpsb232 Год назад
By far one of my favorite videos! Trains, Dakota, donkey and awesome scenic views from the dash cam! I love to see the countryside while you are driving. I see places I will probably otherwise never experience. I’m glad you got new steer tires. They look a lot better than the previous set and will be better for winter. Keep safe. ❤
@JJKHaywood
@JJKHaywood Год назад
Aye Youngster, good to see you again.
@swagalishes3457
@swagalishes3457 Год назад
Ey, you’re back! 🤠🙌 its not a bad idea to keep that tyre as a spare👍 Might just save you one day🤔 Anyways, keep trucking and filming ✌️🤩
@npvj5687
@npvj5687 Год назад
Awesome scenery on the way, yes girl safety first 🙏🏻
@mysticstarhf9265
@mysticstarhf9265 Год назад
For the first time, I could actually identify what roads you were on. I've driven that same stretch across AZ, across the Colorado River into NV and then up HWY95 past Walker Lake in NV on the way to Falllon over to I-80 to Reno. I love the in-cab camera view of the road; what a beautiful world to look at everyday while working.
@markshearer1420
@markshearer1420 Год назад
What a fantastic video. Nice to see you back making videos can't wait for the next one ❤️
@richardpatterer644
@richardpatterer644 Год назад
Really good to see you back!!!!!
@paulvice4710
@paulvice4710 Год назад
Good to see you Shelby! Enjoyed your video!
@petucker548
@petucker548 Год назад
Welcome back!
@johnsandell4501
@johnsandell4501 Год назад
Keep'em coming.
@johncunningham4820
@johncunningham4820 Год назад
Welcome back Shelby . Haven't seen you on RU-vid in ages . I hope you've been well . And Dakota also . That Demon light STILL ! You need to get someone who KNOWS what they're doing put a Scan-tool on the Truck and identify the bad control module . Keep both those steer Tyres for Re-Cap carcasses . And there IS a Problem with the Alignment somewhere to be causing that wear pattern on Steer . Could be Tramming from the Drive Group . Anyway Darling , stay well and Stay Safe .
@ronheadley6141
@ronheadley6141 Год назад
Good thing you changed that steer tire ,your sweet smile is great , hope you make more videos and watch that winter driving be safe take best of care 😀😊
@EarthWatcher736
@EarthWatcher736 Год назад
Great weather !
@keliilanilopes8820
@keliilanilopes8820 Год назад
Welcome back 😊 it’s been awhile
@truckerlittledebbie2603
@truckerlittledebbie2603 Год назад
Hugs hun! Happy and Merry Christmas to you!
@kensbarbeau6224
@kensbarbeau6224 Год назад
Shelby, one of the things I like most about your videos is seeing all the familiar roads you drive. For instance, one segment showed you driving north out of Hawthorn along Walker Lake. I know this road well because the family ranch lies over the other side of the mountains to the west in the Smith valley. pbwy, Ken
@gregdiamond6023
@gregdiamond6023 Год назад
That town looks pretty cool. Please post more of it on IG. Good to see your riding partner with you.😊
@ShelbyHBTM
@ShelbyHBTM Год назад
I'm going to definitely post some more about it. There is still so much I did not share in this video or my Instagram post.
@TheCoyote808
@TheCoyote808 Год назад
Keep on being awesome, Shelby. Mahalo for being a positive inspiration out here! Finally solo driving OTR on the mainland and having a blast. :D
@ShelbyHBTM
@ShelbyHBTM Год назад
That's awesome! Hope it continues to work out for you, and if not you find passion where ever you chose to go from here.
@TheCoyote808
@TheCoyote808 Год назад
@@ShelbyHBTM Thanks! I've been having a blast seeing so much of the country after living nearly my entire life on an island. Only downside has been how my current company treats me since my family that lives up here (and where my residence is at) is outside of their normal business area and that wasn't relayed on hiring. But that's why we have so many choices out here so I just keep enjoying all the sights and sounds (and food!) of the mainland USA. Again, thanks so much for the encouragement and for being an excellent role model for us newbies up here to follow. edit for clarification: I do live on the mainland now, but where my family that lives up here is outside of the company's usual hiring/business area and they were desperately trying to fill seats by hiring outside the area.
@ShelbyHBTM
@ShelbyHBTM Год назад
@@TheCoyote808 I don’t know about role model but I appreciate the kind words. There are many opportunities so don’t get discouraged 😁
@kendrickkx
@kendrickkx Год назад
Great video. Stay safe out there. Keep video coming.
@coreyekum1972
@coreyekum1972 Год назад
I think ditch the bad tire, too risky too keep. Safety first is always best. Fyi I liked hearing you laugh when the donkeys were coming too get you.
@chrisdesroches8268
@chrisdesroches8268 Год назад
Hello from PEI Canada. Nice to see you on Video again. Trucking here is tough as well. One of our firms here has rebranded to SFX transport and has been looking as far as Dubai for employees. Congratulations on your switch to Panther. Nice to see your "travelling partner too!" All the best going forward and I look with anticipation to your next Happiness by the Mile video. Cheers PEI Chris
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