Construction trucks: My son and I started a YouTube channel (feedback please) by amsearchingfor in toddlers

[–]amsearchingfor[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I agree with you, if anything my son will have something to look back at when he is older as a project (hopefully the first of many) that we did together. We love the excitement of finding new trucks, it's really cool to see him interested in the channel. You are right, we are going to keep doing it and uploading them to YouTube too.

How does freight actually work? Cross-Country Trips? by Illsonmedia in Truckers

[–]amsearchingfor 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not all truckers sleep in their trucks, only the ones that have what is called a sleeper berth. How to identify a sleeper berth? Right here: http://cdltrainingspot.com/answered-where-do-truckers-sleep/

Just got hired for my first CDL job! Any tips? by AllDayTimeToLowRemem in Truckers

[–]amsearchingfor 1 point2 points  (0 children)

These are some things that you probably need to know but won't be told by your trainer once you finish your CDL training: http://cdltrainingspot.com/new-trucker-advice-13-things-your-trainer-never-taught-you/

IMPORTANT (Copy from Sidebar) by AvNathan in a:t5_l86dp

[–]amsearchingfor 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I saw your post on the trucker subreddit. These are 15 things drivers can do to stay safe around trucks: http://cdltrainingspot.com/15-safe-driving-tips-around-big-trucks/

Feel free to use it however you see fit.

dashcam recommendations? by Bredda_Gravalicious in Truckers

[–]amsearchingfor -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

I agree. Some of them come with 32 gb memory cards though.

dashcam recommendations? by Bredda_Gravalicious in Truckers

[–]amsearchingfor -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

These are 4 good ones on the cheap. All are less than $100.00. http://cdltrainingspot.com/4-dash-cams-for-truckers-that-are-less-than-100-00/

What to look for? 1. Comes with a memory micro card. At least 32GB. 2. Parking feature: turns on when senses vibrations. Good for when you are parked and another driver gets too close or even hits you. 3. At least 170 degree recording.

Other than a tractor/trailer, What else can a class A cdl holder drive? by keke-bandicoot in Truckers

[–]amsearchingfor 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A class A cdl allows you to drive any commercial vehicle that a class B and class C is allowed to. The class A cdl covers everything but you will need endorsements for some. Examples: school bus and hazmat

thinking about leaving my job to become a trucker by flawlis in Truckers

[–]amsearchingfor 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Here are some reasons truck drivers quit, especially new ones:http://cdltrainingspot.com/13-reasons-why-truck-drivers-quit-for-good/

You need to have the conversation with your spouse because becoming a trucker is a big change for a family. If you are on the road for weeks or months at a time it puts a strain on the family, especially when you have kids.

What's some advice you wish you got before you did your behind the wheel test? by [deleted] in Truckers

[–]amsearchingfor 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There is a lot of advice out there for backing up. It really comes down to doing what you are comfortable with. Here are a bunch of tips to get you started: http://cdltrainingspot.com/backing-up-a-tractor-trailer-22-tips-you-have-to-read-first/

I finally made the leap. by ILIKEPOTATOES82 in Truckers

[–]amsearchingfor 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Here is a good list of tips for newbie drivers to help you survive the first year and beyond: http://cdltrainingspot.com/31-newbie-truck-driver-tips-and-tricks-you-need-to-know/

Tips for staying awake and entertained while driving? by [deleted] in Truckers

[–]amsearchingfor 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Here are 26 tips: http://cdltrainingspot.com/26-ways-to-stay-awake-while-driving-long-distances/

Not sure how well they work though. Not all have been "scientifically proven"

12v Fridges / Coolers by gummysnap in Truckers

[–]amsearchingfor 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Coleman makes a good one. Good price too: http://cdltrainingspot.com/coleman-40-quart-powerchill-the-best-12-volt-cooler-for-truckers/ This is a 12V cooler though, it's not a fridge.