Isn't there space on top of the cab to put something?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by giantmonkey, Sep 11, 2010.

  1. giantmonkey

    giantmonkey Bobtail Member

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    I saw often there is a wind guide (or some other name, anyway, I mean the peice of metal plate cover) on top of the cab so that the truck has better airodynamics. Thus it gives some space between it and the top of the cab. Is it allowed to put something there?
     
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  3. Lilbit

    Lilbit Road Train Member

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    Don't know about being able to put anything up there. Never had the need for that.

    It's called a dunce cap by most drivers, just so ya know.
     
  4. blackw900

    blackw900 The Grandfather of Flatbed

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    How much stuff are you plannin' on carrying with you?
     
  5. Lilbit

    Lilbit Road Train Member

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    If you end up down in the Laredo, TX area, make sure you check that area for uninvited passengers (illegals).
     
  6. Allow Me.

    Allow Me. Trucker Forum STAFF Staff Member

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    I put a bicycle up there when I was hauling furniture one time.
     
  7. Krooser

    Krooser Road Train Member

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    Anything you carry on the truck must be secured according to DOT regulations... so if you DO carry something there must be 'rated' securement devices ...don't think there are many on the top of a tractor.
     
  8. REDD

    REDD The Legend

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    You can put some Mexicans up there at $500 a pop
     
  9. WAG

    WAG Bobtail Member

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    I alway's called it the ATTIC
     
  10. lego1970

    lego1970 Medium Load Member

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    I used to carry a spare tire up there on one truck I drove and had it bungeed to one of the support brackets. Today I would use a strap instead. DOT never said anything, but that's not to say some nit-picky officer won't get all up tight about it.
     
  11. chompi

    chompi Road Train Member

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    A lot of times that is where the satellite is mounted for your qualcomm. It is also going to depend on what truck you have. Some don't have them at all, some are very small. It would definitely be a pain in the butt to get to!
     
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