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Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Dave_in_AZ, Jun 16, 2018.

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  1. Jun 16, 2018 #1
    Dave_in_AZ

    Dave_in_AZ Road Train Member

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    How is it possible that I ALWAYS pick the wrong line at the truck wash?

    I try and avoid the line that has any flat bed in it.

    Yet, I'm always in the one that does 1 truck to the other lines 2.

    What is the secret to picking the correct line?
     
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  3. Jun 16, 2018 #2
    not4hire

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    Don't think like Dave.
     
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  4. Jun 16, 2018 #3
    Just passing by

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    If I told you, wouldn't be a secret anymore.

    :hal
     
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  5. Jun 16, 2018 #4
    Freddy57

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    I get my washes at about 4am, I don't wait in lines.
     
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  7. Jun 16, 2018 #5
    Dave_in_AZ

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    These responses are not helping.
     
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  8. Jun 16, 2018 #6
    Dave_in_AZ

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    I do that in Phoenix at Danny's when I do the undercarriage.
    I've found it's better to wait for day crew though. Much, much better job.
     
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  9. Jun 16, 2018 #7
    s0231198

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    Just park sideways at the entrance so no one else can get in, then wait for whichever bay opens first, then you'll never have to worry about picking the wrong line again!:p
     
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  10. Jun 16, 2018 #8
    Suspect Zero

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    It's really very simple Dave, just go to a Beacon that has only 1 lane, that way the other one won't outrun you because it won t be there.
     
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  11. Jun 16, 2018 #9
    Dave_in_AZ

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    Tha cats have decided the truck wash is just as evil a place as the mechanics shop.

    $61.50 Truck, engine, undercarriage. Looks brand new.
     
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  12. Jun 16, 2018 #10
    SteveScott

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    The secret is realizing that no matter which line you choose, it will be the slowest one. I accepted that reality many years ago and I don't let it bother me any more. BUT, at Blue Beacon the only time I ever try to get in is very early morning, like 4 or 5 am. If there are more than 3 trucks in front of you, kiss 2 hours goodbye.
     
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