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72 Hour DOT this week...... HOW BAD IS IT???

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by newtrucker2011, Jun 3, 2011.

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  1. Jun 3, 2011 #1
    newtrucker2011

    newtrucker2011 Light Load Member

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    Ok, so word is out - the 72 Hour DOT is going on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. (June 7th, 8th, and 9th)

    Looks like I will be stuck out there during this hooplah - so my question is this..... How bad is it ?
     
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  3. Jun 3, 2011 #2
    REDD

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    The word has been out for years....


    Every year at the same time.
     
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  4. Jun 3, 2011 #3
    Roadmedic

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    Looks to be the first year for the op.
     
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  5. Jun 3, 2011 #4
    outerspacehillbilly

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    It's not that bad just be sure to wear loose fitting clothing and have plenty of KY Jelly available for the cavity searches. Remember just relax and it won't hurt near as bad! :biggrin_25525:
     
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  7. Jun 3, 2011 #5
    lobes1985

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    It's just another day on the road. They inspect the same as any other, they just set up in more places. If your truck is up to par then you dont have to worry about anything.
     
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  8. Jun 3, 2011 #6
    newtrucker2011

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    Yeah, I am screwed.........:biggrin_25513:
     
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  9. Jun 3, 2011 #7
    outerspacehillbilly

    outerspacehillbilly "Instigator of the Legend"

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    Well in that case hopefully you get shutdown and put OOS permanently if your equipment is that bad.
     
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  10. Jun 3, 2011 #8
    REDD

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    Then why are you driving equipment that you don't think will pass? You have the power to say no!
     
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  11. Jun 3, 2011 #9
    ronin

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    Make sure everything is good to go, your logbook is accurate and CURRENT... and you have your permit book current, and handy. No different than going into any scale.
     
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  12. Jun 3, 2011 #10
    Svoray

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    Another new driver here, what is the 72hr DOT...some type of beefed up fundraiser?
     
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