What if it Snows?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Dave_in_AZ, Mar 19, 2018.

  1. Cattleman84

    Cattleman84 Road Train Member

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    Now I definetally resemble that comment, IMO.
     
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  3. Cattleman84

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    You running US 36??? I've run that road many, many times, way less stress than either 80 or 70.
     
  4. Cattleman84

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    No headache rack...

    I happened to stop for fuel at the same truck stop he parked. I saw him carry a bag inside, I presume for a shower. I didn't follow him to see if his butt cheek was branded with "SWIFT" like the rest of his equipment.
     
  5. Cattleman84

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    First big truck was a '56 5 ton Chevy with a 5×4, then a Ford 9000 with a 13 speed, then a '74 Mack with a Super 10... But of all the trucks ive driven over the years this one was the Crown Jewel...
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    W900L, 3406E, and an 18 speed... Ungoverned wide open it would do 105 on the flats... Maybe a scoshe more.
     
  6. Cattleman84

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    Goodness me... These boys kniw thier way around an axe!!!

     
  7. SoulScream84

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    We are parked for the night in the home of the Massholes. Screenshot_20211028-014416_Maps.jpg
     
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    I used to live in Waltham (2007-2011). That’s actually one of the better towns outside of Boston.lol
     
  10. Rideandrepair

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    Found a good Steakhouse. Looked very accessible on the satellite image. Got there and the driveway was tight, and big incline. Snap decision time. Drive forever down the 2 lane trying to turn around, or go for it. I went for it. Dragged that 45k up there. Drives started spinning. Stopped and Locked them in. Had a couple customers just getting out of their car giving Us dirty looks. He had on a green vest that said DOT on the back. He was one Proud Road Worker. I got distracted and offended by the dirty looks, and had it hopping and stalled it out. They stopped and watched, lips flapping heads shaking. Most excitement they’ve had in a while. Something to talk about after Church on Sunday. I started it up, creeper gear, using the trolley bar, stalled it again. 3rd time was a charm, had to give it some fuel. Got parked, wife was a bit worried, asked what I was going to do if they say something stupid. I told her don’t worry, I’ll tell them mind their Business. She comments, the Lady looked pretty mean, not sure I could whoop her. We went in requested a seat away from them. Had a great meal. Owner came out, was very nice. I assured her I can get out without damaging anything. She said call next time, they’ll pick us up at the Truckstop. Paying their bill, I heard them complain. Lady did the crazy sign to the cashier on her way out. Lol. She has no idea. They can kiss my foot. Just glad I put in a HD clutch. Wonder I didn’t break something. Good times!!
     
  11. kanidana

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    Dave, question, I'm a fellow Phoenician and I'm in the process of applying for Landstar once again. I'd love to mine you for some info but this right here had me wondering: where is the Landstar yard in Phoenix and can you park your car there? From the way you're describing it, probably not.
     
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