Fog question

The trick to driving in the fog is to make sure you can come to a full stop within the distance you can see.

Everyone doesn't have the same sight. And some people drive blind.

 

company wont fix headlite to you get to cali ?

 

What's wrong with the headlight that you can't fix, generally it's just a Bulb.

 

Headlights from oncoming traffic can help you judge visibility distances. You can also use other vehicles as an early warning system. Keep them just barely in your sight, and slow down if they brake.

Above all, stay in your comfort zone. Too many drivers charge full speed ahead, assuming the law of averages will keep them safe.

Also, fix that headlight. They'll reimburse you.

 

I thought the same thing. What is this world coming to? 1st, I don't mean any disrespect, but changing a headlight bulb has to be 1 of easiest things to do on a truck. Generally, you open the hood, behind the headlight, you'll see a plug with wires going to the bulb, take the plug off, there should be a ring you unscrew, and the bulb will come out. When you put the new bulb in, don't touch the bulb, use a clean rag or new vinyl glove, as the oil from your fingers will cause the bulb to get hot and burn out again. There should be a small notch in the base of the bulb, so it fits in the holder right, replace the ring, and plug the wire back on.
As far as driving in the fog, I used to hate the fog, it's like driving with your eyes closed. If you have a headlight out, that increases your chances of not seeing. Let the lunkheads speed by you, go as fast as you feel comfortable, and if you are going slow, put your flashers on. FIX THAT HEADLIGHT NOW, and find a different company to work for!

 

[QUOTE="semi" retired;4402656]I thought the same thing. What is this world coming to? 1st, I don't mean any disrespect, but changing a headlight bulb has to be 1 of easiest things to do on a truck. Generally, you open the hood, behind the headlight, you'll see a plug with wires going to the bulb, take the plug off, there should be a ring you unscrew, and the bulb will come out. When you put the new bulb in, don't touch the bulb, use a clean rag or new vinyl glove, as the oil from your fingers will cause the bulb to get hot and burn out again. There should be a small notch in the base of the bulb, so it fits in the holder right, replace the ring, and plug the wire back on.
As far as driving in the fog, I used to hate the fog, it's like driving with your eyes closed. If you have a headlight out, that increases your chances of not seeing. Let the lunkheads speed by you, go as fast as you feel comfortable, and if you are going slow, put your flashers on. FIX THAT HEADLIGHT NOW, and find a different company to work for![/QUOTE]

amen semi retired !

 

If it's just a bulb, I wouldn't expect the company to pay someone to fix it.
If it's not a Bulb or Fuse or something they should be getting the truck someplace to get it fixed.

I would not be driving the Truck like that for long in the dark/fog.

 

I know, not like years ago with sealed beam headlights, where the screws would always strip out, but still not that hard. I feel bad for TGB, something as simple as changing a bulb to me is unfamiliar to a new driver. But that's OK, TGB, that's something, I feel, should be covered in school. I always kept a spare with me, just in case. And that last line, "you'll learn and and drive faster in the fog". WHAT? Man, (or dear), who the heck are you working for?