What kind of manors or skills do most rookies lack?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by TractorGator, Jan 19, 2012.

  1. Lokix

    Lokix Light Load Member

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    They do make a cream for that now..........
     
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  3. JustSonny

    JustSonny Big Dummy

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    When I drove for Swift (not so long ago) I didn't have to put the jake on, blow the air horn, flash my headlights or nothing. Other drivers just seemed to get out of the way automatically! Wasn't that nice of 'em?:biggrin_25524:
     
  4. Krooser

    Krooser Road Train Member

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    Dress like a professional... leave the flip flops and shorts home in January when you are running to Buffalo.

    You will still be a steering wheel holder in 12 months...

    Keep your CB on so we can tell you when you are driving on 4 flat tires.

    Learn what a clutch brake is and use it.

    Don't ask for a "radio check" every morning when you get up... your radio didn't wear out while parked in the Pilot.
     
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  5. Logan76

    Logan76 Crusty In Training

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    hahahahahahaha
     
  6. midnight_trucker_1971

    midnight_trucker_1971 Medium Load Member

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    get on the radio and ask for help or get out and look when backing in a spot so you don't make that drivers day by crashing into them. make sure you have enough space when passing so you don't wind up taking the other drivers mirrors with you.
     
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  7. Big Rigg

    Big Rigg Medium Load Member

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    Had a guy pass me yesterday left headlight out both inside rear tires on trailer were flat. Tried to tell him on CB but no response. He was passing everyone and as he did you could here them trying to tell him. Either the CB was off or he just didn't care.

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