How I know I'm an Inexperienced Truckdriver

[StarDriver]

Originally Posted by 6point0damn2004

i wish that applied to me, the deliveries I make I have to backup to a convenience store sidewalk 14-16 times a night, we get good at moving in reverse

When I first started driving hauling machinery for a JD dealer, I'd have to back off of the road and up some narrow farm driveways, sometimes up to a 1/4 mile long. Once I got it lined up, I'd get it in HIGH reverse and really roll up a driveway.

[6point0damn2004]

Originally Posted by StarDriver

When I first started driving hauling machinery for a JD dealer, I'd have to back off of the road and up some narrow farm driveways, sometimes up to a 1/4 mile long. Once I got it lined up, I'd get it in HIGH reverse and really roll up a driveway.

that sounds like a pretty good gig. Everytime I see a new JD combine on a lowboy I get a little pride through me, they make 'em in my hometown

[HeavyHauler]

One of the main things to remember when backing up is not to get in a hurry. Take your time and get it right rather than get in a hurry and screw something up.
As far as GPS, I use one but just as a reference, not as a navigator, use maps as well ( my GPS is designed for big trucks but still tries to send me down roads that are load zoned or have low bridges ).

[05_PSD_Erik]

I am SERIOUSLY considering getting my CDLs. My grandfather drove from 55 to 88 with not so much as a ticket! I have always wanted to drive a rig. Can't wait to get it all squared away and do it! These stories make me laugh and I hope I don;t have to many of the 'newb' stories although I know I will lol

[dbkerley]

When you can put a 53' trailer on a dock that only has 57' of pad in front of it on the first try.

[RadarRider]

Well, another day's gone by today without incident. No stories today!

[99Smokin73Stroker]

How does driving pay?

[jaawalke]

Boy I can relate to what everyone is saying, I have had my CDL for over 9 years and I love it. Being part time you get all the leftover runs and the ones others don't want to do. Try backing a pup off a main street in Boston into a building and in between two dumpsters at 6:00 at night.I used to do that twice a week.I still enjoy driving a truck over working in a office all day.

[Rob]

im staying away from your end of town for a long time.. let me know in 20 years when you finally have this down, and maybe ill come visit!

[Rob]

Originally Posted by 99Smokin73Stroker

How does driving pay?

usually in the form of a paycheck, every two weeks i would guess. when you take the check to the bank, it turns into cash money. :