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Tell this RV'er how to be nice to all the truckers he's sharing the road with

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Cory Klein, Oct 9, 2017.

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  1. Oct 10, 2017 #51
    mslashbar

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    If your tires are only rated for 50psi, they are probably only 6 ply. Get some 10 ply rated at 80psi (which is what is supposed to be on that truck) and it should handle better.
     
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  3. Oct 10, 2017 #52
    LGarrison

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    Correct
     
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  4. Oct 10, 2017 #53
    Ridgeline

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    hey I have to be a smart *** some time.
     
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  5. Oct 10, 2017 #54
    Lepton1

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    ^^^ THIS ^^^

    Beef up your tires. I hadn't thought about this, but all the "hotshots" in our company are required to do this. They pull up to 45' gooseneck flats with dually's.
     
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  7. Oct 10, 2017 #55
    WesternPlains

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    Forgot to mention to you. Don't choose the 'reefer' fuel for your truck at the pump. Uncle Sam will bop you over the head.
     
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  8. Oct 10, 2017 #56
    jammer910Z

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    @TripleSix nailed it. Well said.

    @corey Klein .. it depends upon the size of your fuel receptacle. For a general rule, the truck nozzles are larger and don't fit in normal fill holes. If your truck has a receptacle large enough to handle the nozzle and your camper is 40ft.. you probably need to fuel in the truck lanes for the extra room and maneuverability.
    Just be courteous and move up as soon as you finish filling to allow another driver access.
    You'll see other jerks NOT following this unwritten rule, but we all give them the stink eye and a tongue lashing.
    The biggest thing out here is it's not a race track. Check mirrors often. Make sure you have clearance before you make a move.
    In inclement weather, slow way down, or park it, as soon as you feel yourself getting anxious.

    This is a great forum. Some snarky answers to be dished out , for certain, but you'll be answered promptly and correctly.

    Be safe.
     
    jammer910Z, Oct 10, 2017
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  9. Oct 10, 2017 #57
    tscottme

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    DONT TAKE A TRUCK PARKING SPOT AT THE TRUCK STOP.

    Generally RVers do pretty well. I will move over so you can merge onto the big roads, PLEASE DON'T MATCH MY SPEED when I just tried to help you. Let me back into the right lane or it'll be the last time I extend that courtesy.

    Maintain your speed as much as possible. Dont speed up once I am passing you. Please?

    Watch out for those texting, drugging & drinking 4-wheelers. Safe travels.
     
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  10. Oct 10, 2017 #58
    MACK E-6

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    Haven't read through the whole thread yet so forgive me if this was already mentioned.

    Seems to me that should be plenty of truck, especially with a 6.7 Cummins and an Aisin transmission. He's looking at 380 hp and about 900 lbs of torque. That should be more than enough to get the job done. How much do those trailers typically weigh?

    Also, I noticed that @Cory Klein mentioned he's only running 50 psi in the rear tires. That might be where his fishtailling is coming from. I have a similar truck and mine calls for 80 psi in the rear tires.
     
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  11. Oct 10, 2017 #59
    MACK E-6

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    That doesn't work very well with the high rate pumps. I tried that once with mine. Sure, the nozzle fit, but it made an awful mess.
     
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  12. Oct 10, 2017 #60
    LGarrison

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    don't you mean off-road fuel the red stuff
     
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