Bro, u da man, u spit game and hustle hard!! I've watched a lot of your videos!!! I can tell u take pride in your work, but your worker didn't have the same mentality as u clearly!!!
I really think you can find a GOOD (NON-chain) auto/marine parts along your route to get parts. I'd even think that truck stops such as Love's would have stuff like your breakaway cable & grease cap. Why take a chance on little stuff attracting DOT? Plus, Learn to replace/adjust your brakes yourself and save some $$
Auto parts stores and truck stops do not have grease caps or break aways. Grease caps are going to come off studs are going to break lights are going to mess up etc. if you stop every time there’s a minor issue your business won’t survive. It’s best to keep a mini parts store with you not count on a store along your route hotshot is a niche market most stores won’t have what you need. I service my own equipment when my down time permits and put my equipment in the shop when it doesn’t I also want to show a service history with a reputable shop should the FMCSA ever choose to do another safety audit
