Am I too short to drive

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by lilbit68, Apr 3, 2011.

  1. Cajuntruckingbeautync

    Cajuntruckingbeautync Bobtail Member

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    Hello. I am considering going to truck driving school and I am also 4"11" . No shame in my game . Trying something new, and I'm pretty darn excited. Good luck on your journey as well
     
  2. Cajuntruckingbeautync

    Cajuntruckingbeautync Bobtail Member

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    Hello. I am also 4'11" and I am planning on driving trucks. At first I was asking the same questions but my family is very supportive. I have confidence within myself to succeed and so can you.. Good luck on your journey
     
  3. Dave_in_AZ

    Dave_in_AZ Road Train Member

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    Truck stops are now installing toilets specifically designed for Crete drivers.

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  4. Plantfoam

    Plantfoam Medium Load Member

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    My wife teams with me, and she's 5'1". She just gets a lot of annoying comments about how people are surprised she's a truck driver. I resist the urge to comment something back...like "well I'm surprised you got a medical card, you purple-legged potato."
     
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  5. Cajuntruckingbeautync

    Cajuntruckingbeautync Bobtail Member

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    I am quite sure I will be teased but oh well imma make that money
     
  6. REO6205

    REO6205 Trucker Forum STAFF Staff Member

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    If they're teasing you it's because they like you. If they don't say anything and just stare at you then you can start to worry.
    Go for it.
     
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  7. halfburn

    halfburn Medium Load Member

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    Bad analogy. That was one thing I remember having to get used to even as a guy. Lot of people are curious about drivers mostly good but some bad so you get stared at a lot.
     
  8. Mantrasonica

    Mantrasonica Bobtail Member

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    The actor who played the stick-horse riding midget cowboy from the film Happy Gilmore completed the program at the trucking school I attended. I doubt he was much taller that three foot.
     
  9. Cajuntruckingbeautync

    Cajuntruckingbeautync Bobtail Member

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    Thanks that's the plan
     
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  10. Farmerbob1

    Farmerbob1 Road Train Member

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    Chances are pretty good that there won't be a clutch in your truck.

    That said, as others have mentioned, seats in modern trucks are adjustable to a large degree.

    I am short for a man, 5 foot 8 or 9, with short legs for my height. I have a 27 or 28 inch inseam. My seat allows me a very wide range of positions that allows me to easily reach all the foot pedals.
     
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