HELP!!! Tight Spaces

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by Josherd87, Feb 19, 2014.

  1. Josherd87

    Josherd87 Light Load Member

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    So from what i gather
    Use a spotter when available
    G.O.A.L
    Go slow
    and it will get better over time. This all sounds great and thanks for all the help. I start my local route on the 11th so about time i get our and practice
     
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  3. BigBluePeter

    BigBluePeter Heavy Load Member

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    Not caring what anyone else thinks helps. Take as much time as you need and don't be afraid to take trip around the block to reposition
     
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  4. 77smartin

    77smartin Road Train Member

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    Take your time...someone once told me to watch how someone pulls out of a space/dock, then you back in the same way...make sense?
     
  5. Josherd87

    Josherd87 Light Load Member

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    Should i line my truck up straight and 90 degree it in, or is a 45 degree best when i have the room to do it


    Watching somone pull out makes alot of sense. Now making my truck do those moves in reverse will require time lmao
     
  6. yuban

    yuban Medium Load Member

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    Ask for a easier door!

    Also make sure your spotter does not have ADD. Especially if it is a tight blind side.
     
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  7. hardworkinman

    hardworkinman Light Load Member

    If you have the extra time you might be able to get some practice at a abandoned warehouse or a empty dock?
     
  8. Josherd87

    Josherd87 Light Load Member

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    I wouldnt have a problem doing it at a abandonded dock, I more or less concerned about doing it when you have a row of trucks across from the doors and a trailer on either side of your assigned door.
    I guess i dont undestand how to get it in there when you dont have enough room to let your tractor swing out. If that makes sense.
     
  9. 77smartin

    77smartin Road Train Member

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    Get out and ask another driver who is in the docks how...I have done it numerous times...and will do it again.
     
  10. popcorn169

    popcorn169 Road Train Member

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    Can't you use the truck that you drive now and practice with it? If you can then get into a place where you can practice with setting up different types of backing maneuvers and use cones or something to mark as trucks and try it that way. Just a suggestion.
     
  11. Josherd87

    Josherd87 Light Load Member

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    I have not actually started for the company for my new route. I could ask but im not sure how my boss would feel about me doing that with never seeing me drive before.

    But hey, I was honest before he hired me so he knows about my experience and my lack of.
    Im just going to take it slow untill i get the hang of it and over time i hope it gets alot better.
     
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