Backing

i got my hands on a copy of a trucking game called

euro truck simulator, it helped out some but you really need hands on to get practice. plus different trucks have different turn radius. this was true when i had to take my skills test at the school I went to, the turn radius was tighter and the trailer was
shorter so i was like wtf, whats up with this truck!

 

The best thing is to just stay calm. Don't worry about the people around you. Take a good look at the area before you start backing to get an idea of how you want to set up to back. That is the biggest key is the set up. Also, like somebody else mentioned, don't be afraid to GET OUT AND LOOK!!! If you gotta get out 30 times, that's much better than hitting something. Always remember that safety is the most important thing for you and for everybody around you. If somebody has to wait for you, let them wait. Most drivers are considerate enough to get out and offer help if they see you struggling. I've been on both sides of that coin.

Just remember to take your time, relax, and think it through. You'll be ok and it does get easier over time!

 

part of it honey, you need to relax...you say you hate it, so you are stressed BEFORE you even get to where you need to back up...so what if people laugh....they dont pay your bills..and who says they can do any better??? i know its not fun to have ppl make fun of you, but you are still TRYING.

take your time...when you have extra time, try to find someplace to practice...i personally would NEVER trust someone to help me back up...i have seen too many times where someone was saying come on back, and then wham..they hit something...if you want someone to help you, then i would still get out and look to make sure i wasnt gonna hit something...

if possible ALWAYS sight side back

aim your trailer...

STOP, GET OUT, and LOOK.....

we ALL had to start somewhere, for some it comes easy, for others not so much....

try to stop worrying about what others think....the main thing is to get in the dock without hitting anything...

there isnt anyone on here (if they are truthful)...will tell you that they still dont have bad days once in a while...

i pull belly dump now..and i spend more time backing that i do going forward some days.....

 

This ^

Very helpful.

 

If u want to do this, get one with steer tires that move.

 

One of those larger remote control models works well. I've taught a few people to back with one. But, always stand behind it, so you keep the driver's perspective.

 

Backing is a lot like picking up women.... Its ALL IN THE SET UP! You will get better at it, trust me. You really will have a much easier time if you focus MORE on the initial set up to your back than the actual backing. At least that is how it began to easier for me. (Backing a truck that is... LOL!) Keep at it.

 

Good deal. Remember, even with 40 years of practice, this year, I still screw up on occassion.