Why did you decide to become a trucker ?

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  1. Flashdrive7

    Flashdrive7 Medium Load Member

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    Two reasons; one I love to drive. Until gas got too expensive, Sunday driving was my favorite pastime. I'd do it any day. Two, I have what used to be known as itchy feet. I can't stand in one place for long.
     
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  3. S M D

    S M D Road Train Member

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    I drove illegally team cross country from 19-21 to make some temp money until I was off of probation... Well got my Cdl and 7 years later I still love what I do. Thinking about going to the sherrif academy though but I doubt it. I like my job too much to make less and risk more
     
  4. rabbiporkchop

    rabbiporkchop Road Train Member

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    So I could travel around the country looking for the best radio technician.
     
  5. Diesel Dave

    Diesel Dave Last Few of the OUTLAWS

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    So did you find your "Best" radio technician?
     
  6. rabbiporkchop

    rabbiporkchop Road Train Member

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    The best out of 260.
    Always looking for better
     
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  7. Diesel Dave

    Diesel Dave Last Few of the OUTLAWS

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    Is Ron D and Chris H in your "Best" top ten at least ?
     
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  8. poppapump1332

    poppapump1332 Road Train Member

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    My uncle pulling flatbed out of the mills in Pittsburgh.
     
  9. rabbiporkchop

    rabbiporkchop Road Train Member

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    Chris and Ron are fine for repairs. I would never use one of their radios on the air until Mark retuned it.
    Going from #1 to #2 is losing 80% of your performance.
     
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  10. free spirited1

    free spirited1 Heavy Load Member

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    So I could get the real camping experience, and really it's in my blood, Ive been told you must be a gypsy, that's why I drive all 48 and almost all the Provinces of Canada. Hey n I play the guitar and I'm a good cook, so when I have to shutdown due to Interstate winter or other closures, then the real fun begins. Of course I have met some very different people out here over the years.
     
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  11. rawe

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    I been around it all my life with dad we went every were and I just like it a big truck . I did other things before I drove but always thought bout driving 15 yrs ago I did it has it up and downs like all but I still enjoy it everyday . I still like to take different route yo see new things but new stuff is getting harder to see after so long . I miss more of the old mom and pops Truck stops I enjoyed going to them with my pops a great feel to them
     
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