Jacknife while making a u-turn

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Alkafx, Jun 14, 2023.

  1. Magoo1968

    Magoo1968 Road Train Member

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    Likely you already were jack knifed into trailer before you threw it in reverse which is when you heard or saw the crunch. You basically turned to sharp . This is why a tight trailer to bunk gap can be tricky . If it’s night turn on back up lights and watch behind you not just in front when executing a tight turn.
     
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  3. LtlAnonymous

    LtlAnonymous Road Train Member

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    IMG_20230614_160407_887.jpg

    Here guys, I made a handy illustration.
     
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  4. Magoo1968

    Magoo1968 Road Train Member

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    Is he still around he was funny at times lol
     
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  5. LtlAnonymous

    LtlAnonymous Road Train Member

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    I kinda feel like I unfortunately chased him off the site. He didn't appreciate my ribbing in the last post. Lol
     
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  6. LtlAnonymous

    LtlAnonymous Road Train Member

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    Well, maybe it was me. Maybe not. Lol
     
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  7. keebler13579

    keebler13579 Heavy Load Member

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    That shouldnt be the lesson learned here. The lesaon should be to watch your mirrors and pay attention to where your tractor and trailer are at during the whole turn
     
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  8. Last Call

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    I don't think it was you .. he took a swipe at another member ..
    I get a kick outa the newbies that come on here boo hoo'n how they F'd up looking for advice then get all but hurt when member tell them they should'nt of done something or correct them
    F em let em.learn the hard way ..
     
  9. LtlAnonymous

    LtlAnonymous Road Train Member

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    "I need help, but you're going to do it on MY terms."

    Not how it works, kid.
     
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  10. Last Call

    Last Call Road Train Member

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    Goes back to self entitlement .. and ..Don't pick on my little Johnny cause he is having a identity crisses.
     
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  11. LtlAnonymous

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    Awww. Sounds like a bit of a #####.

    Ya sure he's meant to be a driver? <3
     
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