New backing maneuver.... not my cup of tea

Discussion in 'Trucking Schools and CDL Training Forum' started by Gunner75, Jan 8, 2018.

  1. Oldironfan

    Oldironfan Road Train Member

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    Not 79. But class of 79. Umm like a Pete truck.
     
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    I am somewhat familiar with the dam thing.. lol. but I have not seen this particular technique.

    I do appreciate the information, it's valuable.
     
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    I can totally see opening the drivers door, ive even done that, but we arent talking about just opening the door here. Physically removing yourself from the cab and backing in without any control other than steering is straight up retarded
     
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    I hate to say this but I am waiting for someone to chime in about walking next to a truck on thin ice on Ice Roads...
     
  5. Marine_Trucker_77

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    @Gearjammer79 I was talking more about your knowledge of the driving techniques used during the building of the Hoover Dam. Thought maybe you were around to try some of them first hand o_O
     
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    Nope. Just like to learn new things when possible. My nickname is googlestein. Your talking to a dummy that dropped out of 12th grade to party and smoke weed. Than at 21 I received a GED. Now I drive truck. I'm rambling.
     
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    Now, I won't be able to sleep soundly knowing he could be parking next to me during the night. Thanks for the heartburn...
     
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    Reminds me of the JB Hunt driver than ran over himself.
     
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    I do that all the time :p
     
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    But those old open cab trucks look like the didn't have mirrors.