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driving a low boy

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by ACH1130, Dec 1, 2011.

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  1. Dec 1, 2011 #1
    ACH1130

    ACH1130 Road Train Member

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    I applied to a job that uses a low boy. They didnt require any experience with it so i figured id give it a shot. How is it driving a low boy trailer around?
     
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  3. Dec 1, 2011 #2
    jeff1981

    jeff1981 Light Load Member

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    Very similar to driving anything else around. With a lowboy, you have to watch out for rr crossings, humps in the road, etc, and you have to know how to attach and detach the trailer, but the skills to drive it are essentially the same.
     
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  4. Dec 1, 2011 #3
    Allow Me.

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    I'm curious, you applied at ABF and are having an interview. Next you got hired on at Carlile, then next, you are applying to drive a low-boy. And I'm only on the first 5 threads ! Now I'm anxious to see where you'll show up next.
     
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  5. Dec 1, 2011 #4
    U4EA

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    While the general control and maneuverability of a lowboy may be the same as any other trailer; there is one HUGE difference that wasn't mentioned.

    Loading, securing and unloading the heavy equipment that is usually hauled on lowboys.

    Besides the challenges of securing unusual/oversized loads, just simply moving/operating and positioning the equipment on the lowboy requires basic operating knowledge of all the equipment being moved.

    Oh, and don't hit any curbs when loaded. Not only can you hang up the trailer, you'll probably blow out a tire.
     
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  7. Dec 1, 2011 #5
    123456

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    Perhaps you really meant,

    pulling a lowboy !!!!!

    :biggrin_255:
     
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  8. Dec 1, 2011 #6
    sharpshooter

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    LOL..and he's anxious to drive just about everything!!
    Ice and snow CAN be fun if your good...if you suck, it's a nightmare
    Lowboy can be challenging but, it's usually something you get into from a construction background...putting a pan (scraper) on a lowboy can be an ### pucker moment if you've never operated a pan :biggrin_2559:
     
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  9. Dec 1, 2011 #7
    ACH1130

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    Next time you shod READ my threads more thorough.
    1. I turned down the ABF job because I refuse to be on an extra/flex board because I lost a ton of money at con-way
    2. I applied to Carlile and a recruiter emailed me back saying they will see what they can do for me.
    3. I applied for the low-boy position because it's close to my house and they are willing to train so I wanted to get an idea on what it's like
    4. I've applied to everything because I haven't been guaranteed a job yet so I'm trying to keep my options open!!!!
    5. If you got a ####### problem or don't like something then don't say anything or try to make like look like an idiot
     
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  10. Dec 1, 2011 #8
    RickG

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    I think only an idiot would respond to staff that way . :biggrin_2559:
     
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  11. Dec 1, 2011 #9
    ACH1130

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    I could care less if it's the site owner. I have freedom of speech and this person doesn't even know me and is trying to make me seem stupid. This is what the forum is for to find out information and that's what I am doing and I help out people when I can and know something.
     
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  12. Dec 1, 2011 #10
    bucksplitter

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    lowboys are fun especially when is raining and what you are picking up is at the far side of the mud site, i mean job site
     
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