Coldworld
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So if you had to turn a set to avoid something and hit the breaks would the dolly have enough time to extend so you wouldn’t pinch your set together??
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Covemastah
Hoopah drives the boat Chief !!
That’s my fear !!
Coldworld
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Wonder if they were ever tested for that type of Scenario??
Covemastah
Hoopah drives the boat Chief !!
Idk but to close for comfort
I remember when we had the short containers , if you jacked em to hard They could bang up
I remember when we had the short containers , if you jacked em to hard They could bang up
Covemastah
Hoopah drives the boat Chief !!
I passed a guy on road one nite and saw how close they were , was in my Head first few times I’ve used that , I’m sure @over9five has used them as well
Covemastah
Hoopah drives the boat Chief !!
I’ve takin one a few times wasn’t thrilled
Mugarolla
Light 'em up!
If you had to turn a set and brake that hard going more than 45 mph, to avoid something, pinching the set will be the least of your worries.
The back box will already be in the processes of flipping before they came anywhere close to pinching together.
Nope. I'll try one if there's ever one here when I need it...
Rick Ross
I'm into distribution!!
We still have them in use but I don't think they are buying any new ones. I've seen lots of new regular dollies coming through lately, the ones with the bracket mounted for the hoses just like the retractable ones.
I was told almost all the issues with the retractable dollies was due to them being pulled without air being supplied to them. The mechanic said anything over 45 without air messes up the computer on them.
Was told the same thing, most of the error codes are being generated by guys bobtailing with a dolly or pulling one on the back of a single pup.
35years
Gravy route
Reading the stories on here has changed my mind about going into feeders.
This last peak was totally draining in package working 13.5 to 14 hours for 6 weeks strait. I was ready to make the switch to feeders. We dovetail seniority and I would likely be able to work days at this point. I was not going to switch until I would not have to bounce shifts or work nights.
I have seen many marginal (at best) package drivers who made the switch.
I have heard all the comments about how much easier feeders is. But I definitely have the easiest route out of hundreds in my area. My hours are completely under control using the 9.5 list, except for 6 weeks of peak. It has been a decade since they have even attempted to harass me for production. Could not care less about their warning letters for other piddly stuff.
The thought of pulling all that weight while struggling to stay awake is not something I want to experience. I don't do the kind of miles feeders does but after decades of 200 mile days in package, I have seen driving situations that will scare the crap out of you, no matter how careful you are.
Guess I will finish it out in the brown box or sweep floors until I am done.
This last peak was totally draining in package working 13.5 to 14 hours for 6 weeks strait. I was ready to make the switch to feeders. We dovetail seniority and I would likely be able to work days at this point. I was not going to switch until I would not have to bounce shifts or work nights.
I have seen many marginal (at best) package drivers who made the switch.
I have heard all the comments about how much easier feeders is. But I definitely have the easiest route out of hundreds in my area. My hours are completely under control using the 9.5 list, except for 6 weeks of peak. It has been a decade since they have even attempted to harass me for production. Could not care less about their warning letters for other piddly stuff.
The thought of pulling all that weight while struggling to stay awake is not something I want to experience. I don't do the kind of miles feeders does but after decades of 200 mile days in package, I have seen driving situations that will scare the crap out of you, no matter how careful you are.
Guess I will finish it out in the brown box or sweep floors until I am done.
silenze
Lunch is the best part of the day
Thank you for staying in package. I just ordered more dog food and toilet paper.
Indecisi0n
Well-Known Member
I ordered a foam mattress that I'll be returning in a few days.
35years
Gravy route
Guess I won't have to download the Destination XL big and tall men's clothing app after all. I would post a link but I know you feeda guys are already VIP reward members.
35years
Gravy route
They won't accept stained mattress returns.
The catalog is part of the training packet.
35years
Gravy route
Along with an extra long belt?
