My FIRST load experience with WS!!!!!

Try keeping the trailer brakes locked, put it reverse and push against the trailer. Don't let the tractor roll forward again. Then re-apply the tractor brakes and see if you can pull out the release lever.

Make sure you have the tractor keys in your pocket when you try pulling the release arm. Saftey first.

 

What kind of 5th wheel.............

may need to lift up or sideways when pulling the handle.

 

I grew up in Warren, do you know where you're picking up ?

 

Unfortunately these are the little tricks you learn with your trainer. You need a king pin puller, that will give you a little more leverage. Also a hammer to the backside of the pin and spring. Volvo's typically do this! Also, dump and inflate the bags a few times.

 

Sounds like the first week has went well! Congrats man!

Does that Volvo have the 2 switches on the dash to unlock the fifth wheel?
It takes some getting used to but if it has that feature they work well.
This unlocks the king pin so you can dump the air bags and just pull out..

 

That figures! Well that's how it goes in the world of trucking sometimes. The Volvo's are notorious for being a pain to unhook! Make sure to keep plenty of grease on your fifth wheel and if it does stick tap the back of the pin with the spring with a hammer. That usually does the trick.

 

Sounds like your running good. Waiting on the phone call in the morning, but passed the HPE and Safety so it looks like the 6th I'll be in Conover.

 

You are off to an excellent start! Keep it up! Great job man! Drive safely!