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First Time B-Trains

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by Antler, Aug 22, 2012.

  1. Aug 22, 2012 #1
    Antler

    Antler Bobtail Member

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    Well guys I've been driving truck for just a month shy of 5 yrs now, and just started with a new company hauling fluid. After a week with an experienced driver in a tridrive tractor and tri axle pup, they just told me I was on my own, and from now on I'm going to be in a b-train setup.

    Any tips from experienced B-train guys out there?
     
    Antler, Aug 22, 2012
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  3. Aug 22, 2012 #2
    MNdriver

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    It's like driving a 60 foot trailer that bends in the middle.

    Go slow, watch your mirrors and if you have to, adjust them so you can watch that rear trailer as you make the corner. It's going to track a bit inside what you're used to.

    I'd rather pull a Super-B than a set of A-train.
     
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  4. Aug 22, 2012 #3
    GasHauler

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    Just make sure the heavy one is first.
     
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  5. Aug 22, 2012 #4
    Dee1915

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    When you are backing up observe the middle as much as possible to determine how much to turn your steering wheel to control the bending before it bends too far to correct without going forward.
     
    Dee1915, Aug 22, 2012
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    Shaggy Thanks this.
  7. Aug 24, 2012 #5
    Antler

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    Thanks guys. I'll be pulling 2 trailers for the first time tomorrow morning but please keep the tips coming, there greatly appreciated!! This has been a big goal of mine ever since I decided I wanted to be a truck driver 6-7 yrs so I'm very excited to look in that mirror and see 2 pivot points tomorrow!
     
    Antler, Aug 24, 2012
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