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NewbiusErectus said: ↑ethos said: ↑Yep that's my line in the sand also (esp since I kept it under 29% all winter, even with a broken bunk heater). That and any camera attached to the truck that's pointed at me.
Do you happen to know anything about the upcoming workflow and fuel solution patches? As in, are they going to try to turn us into robots with pre-planned routing and where/how much fuel to put in? It was mentioned in the last QC upgrade notes that those are coming later this year. That's not as big a deal, I can live with that until I get enough exp to go where I wanna go. I really hope they don't screw up bulk, it's a pretty good gig as-is, esp for a new driver.Click to expand...
I can live with workflow and maybe even fueling where they want but them routing me would be a problem. Like did you know van guys can't take any roll road they want? I fear stuff like that would happen. If the routes make sense then okay but we will have to see. Don't get me wrong, I don't want to leave but finding another job would be pretty easy for me. I have experience and a great record so in the end I will be okay.Click to expand...newlife1966 Thanks this. -
Carry a number 9 crowbar to pry your buttcheeks off the seat when you get there (because slick conditions will cause a rear-end clenching suction you wouldn't believe when you are new to trucking)! LOL! Just take it easy, slow down, and try not to travel with the pack. Most bad weather truck accidents I have seen were caused by someone in the pack messing up and sharing their crisis with at least one other truck! Maintain the safest following distance you can, try not to make unneccessary lane changes, do not use the jake brake, and don't do anything suddenly (like hard braking or quick steering maneuvers). Think slow and easy. Take rest breaks to beat the fatigue that the stress caused by driving in adverse weather will cause. You'll be fine, driver! And after a while of dealing with the adverse conditions, you'll realize it isn't as bad as your mind is making it. Don't get me wrong- a lot of people who have been driving a long time still get uptight when the weather is bad! Good luck with your trip! Stay safe out there.
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Lucked out today not much heavy rain made it to SC safetly. I do everthing you mentioned except for breaks not a lot of time when your running late by driving these back wood country roads for the first time. Yes I stay away from the pack and not make to many lane changes but that can bite you in the ### to. Had a lady on an on ramp made me test out kmmy abs works fine lol. Also had that little red triangle go off on me. Being safe on a windy road going to GP in Virginia a 25 mile an hour turn bit me in the ###. Thanks for your post LT.
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Palace37 said: ↑Lucked out today not much heavy rain made it to SC safetly. I do everthing you mentioned except for breaks not a lot of time when your running late by driving these back wood country roads for the first time. Yes I stay away from the pack and not make to many lane changes but that can bite you in the ### to. Had a lady on an on ramp made me test out kmmy abs works fine lol. Also had that little red triangle go off on me. Being safe on a windy road going to GP in Virginia a 25 mile an hour turn bit me in the ###. Thanks for your post LT.Click to expand...
More than 3 hard brakes in a 30 day time period nets you a Commitment To Excellence contract.newlife1966 Thanks this. -
Palace37 said: ↑Lucked out today not much heavy rain made it to SC safetly. I do everthing you mentioned except for breaks not a lot of time when your running late by driving these back wood country roads for the first time. Yes I stay away from the pack and not make to many lane changes but that can bite you in the ### to. Had a lady on an on ramp made me test out kmmy abs works fine lol. Also had that little red triangle go off on me. Being safe on a windy road going to GP in Virginia a 25 mile an hour turn bit me in the ###. Thanks for your post LT.Click to expand...
I'm not sure what backroads Navigo has you going down, but that thing doesn't care about the weather or how many stoplights and little towns there are, it just calculates miles. One thing I learned last winter is I can just say screw that, I'm staying on the interstates where I know roads are plowed and there's plenty of truckstops. Its your option, and if you tell your DBL you feel safer going 50 miles more on that main route vs taking your chances with their route, they will usually be understanding and fix your route with route points so that you dont get dinged for out of route miles. Especially in bad weather, I'd rather take the safer and easier way. And they won't mind, just say the word "safer" when you explain why you want to stay on I30 or whatever it is.Palace37, ethos and newlife1966 Thank this. -
Yeah, I know it does bite... But if they want the load to get there safely, then they will have to be patient. Happy you made it safe!
Palace37 said: ↑Lucked out today not much heavy rain made it to SC safetly. I do everthing you mentioned except for breaks not a lot of time when your running late by driving these back wood country roads for the first time. Yes I stay away from the pack and not make to many lane changes but that can bite you in the ### to. Had a lady on an on ramp made me test out kmmy abs works fine lol. Also had that little red triangle go off on me. Being safe on a windy road going to GP in Virginia a 25 mile an hour turn bit me in the ###. Thanks for your post LT.Click to expand... -
Well I had to push my orientation date back to the 17th. I Had some problems with my truck...can't wait to get back on the road, it's been a year.
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julius said: ↑Hang in there and take it slow, it gets easier. I know I really stressed about the weather and so forth when starting out, I'm sure everyone does. But its not the end of the world if you pull over and end up late. Hell they might be happier to see you in a couple days when things calm down anyway.
I'm not sure what backroads Navigo has you going down, but that thing doesn't care about the weather or how many stoplights and little towns there are, it just calculates miles. One thing I learned last winter is I can just say screw that, I'm staying on the interstates where I know roads are plowed and there's plenty of truckstops. Its your option, and if you tell your DBL you feel safer going 50 miles more on that main route vs taking your chances with their route, they will usually be understanding and fix your route with route points so that you dont get dinged for out of route miles. Especially in bad weather, I'd rather take the safer and easier way. And they won't mind, just say the word "safer" when you explain why you want to stay on I30 or whatever it is.Click to expand...newlife1966 and Palace37 Thank this. -
I'm interested in joining the Schneider team what are the pros and cons ?
lol
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