Staying cool in summer

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Friz, Mar 17, 2014.

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  1. madman118

    madman118 Light Load Member

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    I'm so glad my truck has an APU. Unless they're offering you tons on that fuel bonus, they can shove it. Idle.
     
    madman118, Mar 18, 2014
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  2. Ann Eiffel

    Ann Eiffel Light Load Member

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    Yup, idle. You busted your ### all day and need to rest comfortably. Companies that usually ##### about it are toning it down as the driver market tightens up.
     
    Ann Eiffel, Mar 18, 2014
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    It it's too hot to sleep idle. If it's not don't. It will work out in the end. I ran primarily west coast and southwest and my idle time was never over about 20%. I however had very little down time other than my 10's. I also never had idle restrictions or bonuses for not staying comfortable. These bonuses just keep the guys that idle every time they stop from wasting fuel.
     
    MNoutkast, Mar 19, 2014
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    How about idle air at some truck stops ....seen em never used one..company driver wise I think youd be better off idleing.since they charge. I am curious to know how cold they put out tho...
     
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