Refusing to go into NYC

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by duckman028, Mar 5, 2014.

  1. Green-eyed Lady

    Green-eyed Lady Light Load Member

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    If he can't find his way back to his post, maybe he SHOULDN'T go to NYC. buddum-dum.
     
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    Tell your company that you need an EZ-Pass and a NYC map book and an extra $100 for each time you go. Oh, and don't forget "stop" pay.
    Then follow the advice of some of these responders.
    We're on our way to NYC for about the 6th time and we enjoy the adventure
     
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    I've been to Long Island (outside the city) about 20-30 times. I've been to Brooklyn or Queens for deliveries (and a pick up) about another dozen or so times. Not much different to me than Elizabeth, Jersey City, etc. Sure, tolls suck. But, just get enough on your load to justify paying them.

    And yes, I've gotten lost in NYC several times. It's easy to happen. Miss your turn. Can't turn due to parked cars at the corner illegally, etc. NYC, slow and steady wins the race.
     
    allniter Thanks this.
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    Not entirely true. There are truck stops off the TRUCK U.S. 1-9 ("One and Nine" for the uninitiated...) the service plazas would be like a last resort.
     
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    Try and stay off I-278 in Staten Island and Brooklyn if you can. I come through there with a set every Saturday and Sunday and let me tell ya...not a good time.
     
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    Comboy up kido napkins will come handy wipe that steering wheel from that sweet good luck let me know if you get fired because u refused to go
     
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    Lol you forgot over priced fast food resort
     
  8. Infosaur

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    Just bring it to my shop, I'll run it in for you. $5.50 per mile. :evil3:
     
  9. ‘Olhand

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    there ya go bein cheap again--when u gonna learn you forgot the $200 NYC surcharge---
     
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    $200? That'll barely get you onto the island now. Don't forget to add in your outbound toll for the inner bridges (Triboro/Whitestone/Throgs Neck).