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Anyone have a legit fear of trucking and still did it?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Quench23, Jan 7, 2017.

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  1. Jan 7, 2017 #1
    Quench23

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    Kinda scared to drive these things tho.. but I'm willing to get over my fear for the dollars.
     
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  3. Jan 7, 2017 #2
    akfisher

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    Fear of the truck or your ability? There is a Difference. Did you grow up driving? Can you drive a stick? Have accidents?
     
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  4. Jan 7, 2017 #3
    Quench23

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    Ability. Trucks I see with a squinted eye.
    Dad is a trucker, been to work with him when I was little. I got my permit and he let me drive his truck around the parking lot once. He also let me back ( or attempt to ). That didn't go well. Can't drive a stick. I've had a car accident before.

    Just trying to find the best route to get my CDL. Strongly considering PRIME and Interstate. Applied already..
     
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  5. Jan 7, 2017 #4
    QuietStorm

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    Be scared, but be brave. It'll make you better.
     
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  7. Jan 7, 2017 #5
    Dumdriver

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    "The dollars" really ain't that great. Certainly not worth scaring yourself over.

    Now, if you truly want to do it, that's another story. Then you'll have no trouble overcoming your fear. The fear is temporary
     
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  8. Jan 7, 2017 #6
    RDBG

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    If you aren't a little scared you aren't paying attention. It does get less and less overwhelming with time though.
     
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  9. Jan 7, 2017 #7
    KillingTime

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    A little bit of fear is good to have, but never let it control you. :)
     
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  10. Jan 7, 2017 #8
    Quench23

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    The dollars aren't great? I sure hope you're just implying it's all about the cents!
     
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  11. Jan 7, 2017 #9
    akfisher

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    Well its a good way to stock pile money if young. Good enough if get into HazMat Tankers or Special Cargo. Like @QuietStorm be brave but scared is great it will keep you alive. Respect the road conditions and watch out for ########
     
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  12. Jan 7, 2017 #10
    ASmallFleetDriver

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    I was nervous at first but I'd say now I feel safer driving my truck than my personal car
     
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