058 | How to EASILY do a straight back in a semi truck - first person view

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  • Опубликовано: 12 сен 2024
  • In this video, I will teach you how to perform a straight back maneuver in a semi-truck. You may or may not be surprised how difficult this can be for some drivers!
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  • @darklight4815
    @darklight4815 3 года назад +419

    you taught more in ten minutes than my loud mouthed 'instructor' taught in two weeks....THANK YOU

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  3 года назад +19

      You're welcome 😊😎

    • @RobCozz
      @RobCozz 2 года назад +16

      Facts I think I got it I. 10 minutes too… thanks bro

    • @hotepmillz6149
      @hotepmillz6149 2 года назад +30

      We must have the same instructor. I was doing straight back today at school & this short video was way more informative.

    • @darklight4815
      @darklight4815 2 года назад +14

      @@hotepmillz6149 you'll get it soon...I straight back in high gear now ,it'll get far easier I promise..just takes time.

    • @donielle1531
      @donielle1531 2 года назад +18

      Wow! Too easy! My instructor using way too many directions for this SiMPLE move!

  • @hectoribarra3124
    @hectoribarra3124 3 года назад +150

    I’m at trucking school right at this moment and I was getting frustrated with backings up, looked at your video and all of sudden everything became clear! You are a life saver, thank you

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  3 года назад +2

      😊😎

    • @213krm
      @213krm 3 года назад +5

      That would’ve been a huge help when I was first learning! I was oversteering & finally had someone else let me know why I was having such a hard time. I know this is old but your explanation would’ve made that so much easier. I’ll be watching & subscribing as I’m going for my first job next week and can use all help with backing maneuvers!

    • @mariomonzon7473
      @mariomonzon7473 2 года назад +5

      Same here man but I’m not planning on giving up !

    • @Tastytwix435
      @Tastytwix435 Год назад +2

      Me too I’m going from a nurse to trucker and this is harder

    • @Jehovahmusic
      @Jehovahmusic 6 месяцев назад

      Lb her to zue, you don't 😂z,se😢?😢 9:12 😮

  • @calebbasped3434
    @calebbasped3434 Год назад +5

    Got yelled at my 1st day backing because my “instructor” could not tell me how never go past 9:00 or 3:00 on Correcting REALLY!!!! You are the best Subscribed thanks

  • @thelead1565
    @thelead1565 3 года назад +70

    I’m at school, my fourth day. My straight back was horrendous, I couldn’t keep my combo straight. I just got out of the truck after watching your video, and got every straight back in between the cones for the first time. Thanks

  • @willpoweredlogisticsllc6839
    @willpoweredlogisticsllc6839 3 года назад +104

    Thanks so much for explaining it how you did. The trainers here don’t teach anything, watch me struggle, and laugh at me. I’m not going to give up. You’re much appreciated!

    • @witchkitty6212
      @witchkitty6212 2 года назад +6

      I was a whole less frustrated when they stopped trying to teach me and let me have the truck and watched from a distance

    • @LadyLo_
      @LadyLo_ 2 года назад +5

      I’m sorry that happened to you. I’m in school and nervous about this

    • @timmyblock6785
      @timmyblock6785 Год назад +1

      First day at cdl school can't even do this. No instructor care any tips.

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  Год назад +3

      Watch the video?? Lol

    • @zoieworld1861
      @zoieworld1861 Год назад +3

      I'm telling you they will laugh at you knowing you struggling when it's all new to you

  • @josephdaley1720
    @josephdaley1720 3 года назад +27

    You explained that way better than my CDL school instructors.

  • @aruss843
    @aruss843 2 года назад +40

    I was at my Longshoreman training for 6 hours yesterday trying to back the freaking yard dog truck back. I kept drifting off not understanding why. My trainer watched me screw up the whole time. I went to my car for a break frustrated went to RUclips and came across your video. After watching I was able to get it done in 30 minutes. You are God sent

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  2 года назад +2

      😎

    • @TanachSpot
      @TanachSpot 2 месяца назад +1

      I’m in trucking school I feel like instructors don’t truly teach you how to drive just enough to passs the dmv

    • @geraldking9385
      @geraldking9385 21 день назад +1

      ​@@TanachSpot at all

  • @driftlesshunter9200
    @driftlesshunter9200 4 года назад +32

    After a couple days in class & in a semi truck, I developed a profound respect for truck drivers! We have to perform a straight back, offset back, & 90 degree alley dock in my state. A good straight back is an essential part of all three maneuvers. Even though I was learning how to do this through a CDL class, I felt this video was extremely helpful. Using small steering motions to slowly move the trailer over is crucial. I went from thinking I couldn't do this to I can do this! I passed all three of my CDL tests (pre-trip inspection, backing maneuvers, & road test) on my first try this past Saturday. Moving my 12 o'clock hand towards the drift & then back really helped me get through the backing maneuvers. I thought that I could have done better with my backing, but the third party CDL tester actually complimented me. He's said, "It's been quite some time since he had someone do so well." I wasn't expecting to hear that, but I was thrilled just the same! Regardless of the maneuver - once I got those rows of cones in both mirrors, I knew I had it! Thanks again for your help offered in this video clip.

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  4 года назад +1

      That’s awesome! Congrats!

    • @mistymiller7028
      @mistymiller7028 2 года назад

      That is great 👍 I am about to test soon I am so nervous about the yard test any pointers did you get thr 90 alley dock?

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  2 года назад +3

      The alley dock is very difficult to explain
      via text but I'll try.
      Start with your tandems at the 43' mark
      and your trailer bumper 10' out and 10'
      away from the closest corner of the spot
      you want to put it in. Before moving at all,
      turn your wheels all the way to the right.
      Roll back slowly holding the wheels there.
      Watch the trailer tires. The second they go
      from rolling backwards to sliding only,
      STOP! Cut the wheels all the way to the left
      to straighten things out.
      This is where it gets very difficult to
      explain... timing and corrections. Each
      trucks turning radius is slightly different
      which means they straighten out quicker
      or slower than the other.
      At this point, your trailer tires should be in
      1/4
      line with the opening of the spot. Now you
      need to pay attention to your tail swing.
      *this is where experience and practice
      come into play to be able to anticipate
      what's going to happen and how/when to
      correct it.*
      Problem scenario 1 and how to fix it: if you
      notice the nearest corner of the trailer is
      turning too much and is going to cross over
      the boundary line (ie hit the truck in the
      spot next to you), STOP! Turn your wheels
      all the way to the right then slowly move
      forward about 6' then STOP. Turn your
      wheels all the way to the left then slowly
      back up again. What this does is reduce the
      jack knife angle. If done correctly, you
      should only have to do this once, twice
      max!
      Problem scenario 2: you notice your trailer
      2/4
      isn't turning enough and will cross over the
      far boundary (ie hit the truck in spot on the
      other side of the trailer), STOP! With the
      wheels still turned all the way to the left,
      pull forward 4'-6', STOP, turn your wheels
      all the way to the right then back up 1' NO
      FURTHER! Turn your wheels all the way to
      left and slowly back up. What this does is
      increase the jack knife angle to get the
      trailer to turn quicker.
      Using the above information, you should be
      able to compete the maneuver. VERIFY
      with the person giving you the cdl test but
      I believe you get 3 goals and 3 or more pull
      ups (depending if you used any on your
      previous maneuvers)
      You only have 70' from the opening of the
      spot which may not sound like a lot but it's
      plenty.
      I hope this is clear enough for you to
      understand

    • @mistymiller7028
      @mistymiller7028 2 года назад

      Thank you thank you I am going to practice 😊

    • @mistymiller7028
      @mistymiller7028 2 года назад

      I will get on the test 90 off set right or left side or parallel right or left side and straight back

  • @h2anthony
    @h2anthony 4 года назад +54

    My trainer sucks big time!
    I just started school yesterday and I was having the hardest time straight and all he could do was yell and not give me any pointers and, he told me don't use both mirrors and then I was confused!!!
    So with being said I will do exactly what you said and go there in the morning and kick butt!!
    Thank you so much
    Mark

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  4 года назад +10

      h2anthony sorry your trainer is no good but I hope this video really helped. Lemme know!

    • @h2anthony
      @h2anthony 4 года назад +20

      @@RushinTruckin I kicked butt just using the technique you taught and it worked so well that I was able to move to my offset backing and aced that to!!!
      Thank you so much

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  4 года назад +4

      h2anthony love it!!!

    • @pippystanley490
      @pippystanley490 4 года назад +2

      @@h2anthony Is there a video that helped you with offset? I am struggling with that currently.

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  4 года назад +1

      No, I learned it in the school I went to

  • @michelle5687
    @michelle5687 6 месяцев назад +5

    4 years later your video is still helping people. You helped me too. I felt so bad that my straight line back was horrible now I can correct it.

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  6 месяцев назад +2

      Yeah, it is! When I made and posted it, I had no clue it would help so many people. Love it

  • @DC-nc9cn
    @DC-nc9cn 2 года назад +17

    My instructor told me to look at the numbers on the bulkhead instead of tail of the trailer and he never told me how long I need to wait and how much to turn when manuvering.
    You taught me way more in just 10 minutes than my instructor did in 3 days. Thank you!

    • @MrDawg122
      @MrDawg122 7 месяцев назад

      Man that’s what got me so screwed up. I’m trying it this way Monday

    • @darianperry424
      @darianperry424 2 месяца назад +1

      They the same lol the numbers just go the opposite the trailer u turn towards the trailer away from numbers

  • @Cathrope1
    @Cathrope1 Год назад +11

    Oh, I know all about the snake. Passed My CDL Exam 7-27-23

  • @darklight4815
    @darklight4815 10 месяцев назад +7

    I still use this to this day....I always tell people to "turn towards the problem" meaning if your trailer is drifting to the right,then turn the wheel to the right to straighten it out.... drifting to the left,turn the wheel to the left and it'll straighten out.....whatever helps you remember it easier will work...to all the CDL students,youll get it! I promise.

    • @tigerhoods7927
      @tigerhoods7927 19 дней назад +1

      My instructor told me the same phrase turn towards your problem it’s always in my head

  • @jaimesantiago7423
    @jaimesantiago7423 3 года назад +21

    Currently in cdl school and I’m struggling with my straight back ! This video gives me some sense of assurance. Thank you

  • @bantuchild8984
    @bantuchild8984 4 года назад +58

    I'm struggling with backing str8 line but your technique /explaining is much make sense. I will try it tomorrow and tell you about it. Thanks

    • @Tremmane
      @Tremmane 4 года назад +4

      How did it go??

    • @marioherrera9820
      @marioherrera9820 4 года назад +6

      I had a backup straight intro today and I struggled to keep it straight, this video just made much more sense. I will try in my next class this Monday. Thank you for the video 👍

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  4 года назад +1

      Love it! Lemme know how it works out

    • @mac4trump381
      @mac4trump381 4 года назад +6

      Bro okay I'm like right there with you. I'm in CDL school and I just learned to "rock the baby" when your going straight back. Just rock the wheel slowly back and fourth, never turning the wheel past 3 and 9 o'clock, and don't forget if the trailer is going left turn right. Another thing that helped me is putting my right hand at 12 o'clock and leaving it so that way I always know where 100% straight is at.

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  4 года назад +8

      Mac McKewin 99% accurate. If you turn right when the trailers going left, the trailer will turn to the left quicker, not straighten out

  • @kamilafernando7971
    @kamilafernando7971 Год назад +5

    Wow that's amazing, I'm practicing straight back today and I spent more than1 hr. couldn't get it I'm trying that tomorrow thanks!!!!

  • @kortiz5282
    @kortiz5282 4 года назад +195

    This man belongs as a trainer in much needed CDL schools

    • @cynthiabrooks6482
      @cynthiabrooks6482 4 года назад +3

      I agree

    • @ManoloPluas
      @ManoloPluas 4 года назад +5

      The school Mtc in Elizabethtown,Kentucky REALLY needs an instructor like him. Those instructors at that school SUCk. And, Do NOT care NEVERTHELESS have the patience to teach students

    • @yolandacarnes6666
      @yolandacarnes6666 4 года назад +15

      All so true I don't understand but am glad that I can RUclips dam near everything NEW TRUCKERS WE GOT THIS.....YEAH I JUST STARTED 2WKS AGO

    • @triston5515
      @triston5515 4 года назад +13

      OMG! I’m so stressed, I got a headache...
      I could not get this right all day today! 95 degrees with no AC or help from the school trainer. I truly believe with these techniques. I’ll be successful during tomorrow’s training. A nice shower & a good nights rest.
      Reset for the morning!

    • @mac4trump381
      @mac4trump381 4 года назад +7

      Agreed, I'm struggling doing my backing because the instructor just stands there doing nothing with me yet helps the other kid, straight hanging off his truck walking him thru it. Very thankful for this video!

  • @Electric-Air-Service
    @Electric-Air-Service 18 дней назад +2

    Easy and fast instructions..
    Chingon Compa!!!

  • @afathersjourney13
    @afathersjourney13 4 года назад +56

    Thanks, I’m in school now training and that’s exactly what I did the first time and couldn’t understand why the trailer was moving from left to right so fast. I turned the wheel too much. Thanks for the tips.

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  4 года назад +2

      Do it yourself Under Dog very easy to do! You’re welcome

    • @terrancethomassr8947
      @terrancethomassr8947 4 года назад +13

      I am going through the same thing man I never knew it was this hard to control something like this

    • @chrisgm5001
      @chrisgm5001 3 года назад +1

      Note: empty trailers at truck schools turn faster than loaded trailers like in this video, so school's trailers will bob and weave when straight back reverse parking.

    • @motorman1700
      @motorman1700 3 года назад +2

      I was doing the same thing. My instructor is no help. So I hope this video will help.

    • @eddyeddy8761
      @eddyeddy8761 2 года назад

      Lol ya you will see when to stop in the other mirror when it's lined up with the mirror

  • @rambo-ke6jk
    @rambo-ke6jk Год назад +1

    Just found yo video I just got outta school a hour ago doing straight backing I’m the only one in my class that couldn’t move on to the next step I’m stuck on straight backing I pray yo technique work for me on Tuesday you got me ready to go try it rn thank you doe

  • @hughwellington2304
    @hughwellington2304 2 года назад +6

    Had I watched this before going to class yesterday, i think my instructor would have moved on to parallel parking with me. Thanks dude, just what I neeeded.

  • @alister9221
    @alister9221 5 месяцев назад +2

    Thank you sooo much my practice straight back got me so frustrated that I had to step out of the truck for a while I do another practice today may God bless you and all the families that work for your company

    • @melaniechambers4127
      @melaniechambers4127 3 месяца назад

      Glad to know I'm not alone. I'm in school now, and I am very frustrated with my backing maneuvers.

  • @uzo9887
    @uzo9887 4 года назад +13

    Sir it is because of you I rocked my straight backing today! Thank you so very much my man 💪

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  4 года назад +2

      UZO 9 that’s awesome!! Congrats! You’re very welcome

  • @keithcannon6220
    @keithcannon6220 11 месяцев назад +3

    Awesome Job Rushin you're teaching rookie drivers to become good truck driver.

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  11 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks

    • @keithcannon6220
      @keithcannon6220 11 месяцев назад +2

      @@RushinTruckin I have a road course jobs tomorrow those straight back tips are going to help tremendously.

  • @coj1mo75
    @coj1mo75 2 года назад +4

    This is by far the best explanation that I've seen so far. Thank you so much.

  • @BecomingTrailero
    @BecomingTrailero 2 года назад +3

    Best video on how straight backs with simple explanation! Thank you from Mexico!

  • @ivorietuitafao
    @ivorietuitafao 3 года назад +8

    I’m so happy I came across your RUclips. Straight backup has been a nightmare. You explained it perfectly, now I have the confidence to back a semi trailer.

  • @geoffbartlett5944
    @geoffbartlett5944 9 месяцев назад +1

    “Turn to the Trouble” steering, I like it. Thank you for the video👍🏻👍🏻

  • @kenabell4978
    @kenabell4978 2 года назад +6

    You need to do more tutorials man, you are so clear and understandable, great views with the headcam

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  2 года назад +1

      Preciate it

    • @vide0sgal0re2011
      @vide0sgal0re2011 2 года назад

      please do alley dock

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  2 года назад +1

      The alley dock is very difficult to explain
      via text but I'll try.
      Start with your tandems at the 43' mark
      and your trailer bumper 10' out and 10'
      away from the closest corner of the spot
      you want to put it in. Before moving at all,
      turn your wheels all the way to the right.
      Roll back slowly holding the wheels there.
      Watch the trailer tires. The second they go
      from rolling backwards to sliding only,
      STOP! Cut the wheels all the way to the left
      to straighten things out.
      This is where it gets very difficult to
      explain... timing and corrections. Each
      trucks turning radius is slightly different
      which means they straighten out quicker
      or slower than the other.
      At this point, your trailer tires should be in
      1/4
      line with the opening of the spot. Now you
      need to pay attention to your tail swing.
      *this is where experience and practice
      come into play to be able to anticipate
      what's going to happen and how/when to
      correct it.*
      Problem scenario 1 and how to fix it: if you
      notice the nearest corner of the trailer is
      turning too much and is going to cross over
      the boundary line (ie hit the truck in the
      spot next to you), STOP! Turn your wheels
      all the way to the right then slowly move
      forward about 6' then STOP. Turn your
      wheels all the way to the left then slowly
      back up again. What this does is reduce the
      jack knife angle. If done correctly, you
      should only have to do this once, twice
      max!
      Problem scenario 2: you notice your trailer
      2/4
      isn't turning enough and will cross over the
      far boundary (ie hit the truck in spot on the
      other side of the trailer), STOP! With the
      wheels still turned all the way to the left,
      pull forward 4'-6', STOP, turn your wheels
      all the way to the right then back up 1' NO
      FURTHER! Turn your wheels all the way to
      left and slowly back up. What this does is
      increase the jack knife angle to get the
      trailer to turn quicker.
      Using the above information, you should be
      able to compete the maneuver. VERIFY
      with the person giving you the cdl test but
      I believe you get 3 goals and 3 or more pull
      ups (depending if you used any on your
      previous maneuvers)
      You only have 70' from the opening of the
      spot which may not sound like a lot but it's
      plenty.
      I hope this is clear enough for you to
      understand

  • @kelli1970
    @kelli1970 Год назад +1

    This is the best straight line backing video I've ever seen! Thank you so much for simplifying it & esp the steering. The clock steering will really help. Thanks again! 🙏

  • @homelessmessiah2797
    @homelessmessiah2797 3 года назад +9

    Just seen it now and I know it's an old vid but this really made me feel more comfortable on keeping the trailer straight and parking . Thank you!

  • @driftlesshunter9200
    @driftlesshunter9200 4 года назад +9

    I watched this video during my lunch break knowing I would be backing a semi trailer for the first time this afternoon. This clip was a huge help to me. My backing up straight went better than expected. When I saw the rear trailer wheels appear out further, I turned towards them to move them back in. This is the only backing that I have done so far, but this was huge help! Not a fan of double clutching yet, but I will get there! Thanks for helping us new drivers!

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  4 года назад

      M B you’re welcome! I’m glad it went well. Keep up the good work

    • @lil_wooddale44
      @lil_wooddale44 3 года назад

      Doing the same on my lunch lol

    • @driftlesshunter9200
      @driftlesshunter9200 3 года назад

      @@lil_wooddale44 Good luck to you!

  • @PeaceMakerny1
    @PeaceMakerny1 4 года назад +24

    Omg !!!Thank you so much I'm in class and this is my second day and I have been doing exactly what you said the snake and eating cones. Lol So disappointed with myself but your method seems so much more easier compared to how stressed I am. I will definitely do this tommorrow and let you know how it goes again thanks so much.

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  4 года назад +4

      Tamiko Tolliver you’re welcome! I look forward to hearing how it goes tomorrow!

    • @PeaceMakerny1
      @PeaceMakerny1 4 года назад +17

      I'm back I did so great today thank you soooooo much. I back with no issues thanks to you video and advice I'm so excited even my instructor was impressed with me. Thanks again cant wait to keep learning and watching your videos. One happy Lady😁😁😁😁

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  4 года назад +3

      Tamiko Tolliver that’s amazing!! Great job in applying it!

    • @chirino09
      @chirino09 4 года назад +7

      my 1st day today n couldnt back straight to save my life ~~~~ lol, trying this tomorrow!

    • @Mr-E.
      @Mr-E. 2 года назад +1

      @@PeaceMakerny1 Hi Tamiko, today was my first day of truck school and I did terrible with straight backs, tons of snaking... good to know this worked for you since I'm in the exact situation as you were last year! I can't wait to try this tomorrow morning lol.

  • @johnbnguyen73
    @johnbnguyen73 3 года назад +5

    Wish my instructor told me this sooner. Great job brother and thank you🙏

  • @adamnawid6366
    @adamnawid6366 3 года назад +9

    It’s my 3rd day in school and I’m having a hard time backing up, I’m so excited to try your tactics. I’m sure it will help me a lot. Thank you 🙏🏼

  • @yardmanfishingamerica5987
    @yardmanfishingamerica5987 29 дней назад

    This is platinum, right here. This is the best backing up I ever seen. Thanks again!

  • @Birdsiviewer7760
    @Birdsiviewer7760 4 года назад +6

    This is my biggest problem, thank you for that approach...👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @komandantekomandante7466
    @komandantekomandante7466 6 месяцев назад +1

    The BEST explanation, MARVELOUSE!!!!!!!
    I appreciate your work THANKS A LOT.

  • @andresnoneya
    @andresnoneya 4 года назад +20

    Today was my first day at the yard and backing was giving me the most problems. We're also parallel parking and alley docking but I just did str8 backing ten times and was def oversteering and making things worse so tomorrow I am definitely going to try this!

    • @mariomonzon7473
      @mariomonzon7473 2 года назад +1

      Just started school myself and I was really struggling as well I’m looking forward for school tomorrow!

    • @sanric4076
      @sanric4076 2 года назад +1

      @@mariomonzon7473 yesterday was my first day and I’m not doing good I hope it will get better! Good luck

    • @mariomonzon7473
      @mariomonzon7473 2 года назад +2

      @@sanric4076 it’ll definitely get better just takes practice! I’m doing a lot better on my straight back, I’m on lane change and it’s going good ! Next will be the alley dock I can’t wait !

    • @sanric4076
      @sanric4076 2 года назад +1

      @@mariomonzon7473 I’m doing much better too omg I’m going on the road tomorrow I never drove manual before lord help me

    • @mariomonzon7473
      @mariomonzon7473 2 года назад

      @@sanric4076 you’ll be fine you just gotta remember to not let that clutch go and always give it gas !

  • @COOPER1524
    @COOPER1524 Год назад

    OMG, I failed my maneuvers twice, the straight back was my first maneuver , and I couldn't pass it, I watched your video a day before my third time testing, I use to turn into the drift like I'm supposed to, but I didn't wait for 1 and a half to 2 seconds to bump it back, this time I did what you said and I couldn't believe how well that I did, I was so comfortable, I don't know how I ever failed, thanks to you I finally past my maneuvers test, now just waiting on a scheduled road test, thank you SO much, I'm finally out of the yard, I even gave my classmates your advice. Once again A BIG THANK YOU , I'm so happy, you just don't know, and yes I did subscribe to your channel.

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  Год назад

      I love this! I’m glad it helped! Thank you for sharing. Good luck on your road test.

  • @brianholton4460
    @brianholton4460 2 года назад +4

    Thank you very much for this video. I Had my first day of yard training at CDL school today and it was a struggle. I did exactly what you said new students do. I believe this is going to help a lot. Thanks again, much appreciated.

  • @reneefleming4852
    @reneefleming4852 10 часов назад

    I just started straight line backing at truck school and your method and words made sense to me. I'm going to try that tomorrow. Thank u ❤️

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  7 часов назад

      You’re welcome. Lemme know how it goes

  • @sheldonmcdowell9344
    @sheldonmcdowell9344 4 года назад +5

    This is the best demo I’ve seen yet; simple, and very effective! Thanks Sir!

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  4 года назад

      Sheldon McDowell you’re welcome! 😎😊👍🏼

  • @scape2932
    @scape2932 2 года назад +1

    Best video teaching straight back up by far!!! earned my sub

  • @handsomeassstruckdriver388
    @handsomeassstruckdriver388 3 года назад +5

    Thanks man. I just started straight line backing n My instructor talks to the other students who have finished more than he helps us. This video gives me more confidence to go out and do actually what you’re showing. You just got a new subscriber

  • @jay312productions3
    @jay312productions3 2 месяца назад

    Bro you helped me more than my instructor! You need to teach people for a living!

  • @UnapologeticMel
    @UnapologeticMel 2 года назад +3

    Thank you so much. I was in school today doing my straight line backing and did terrible. I actually wanted to give up but after watching this video, I’m going to give it another shot.

  • @Losttribes712
    @Losttribes712 Год назад

    My instructor had me turning the wheel a whole half turn to fix corrections. This video helped a lot.

  • @emogin9684
    @emogin9684 5 лет назад +6

    We thank you for the heads up Rush. These Jewels are Priceless!

  • @michaelcrone2333
    @michaelcrone2333 11 месяцев назад

    I'm no longer a trucker. I wish I had seen this when I was trying to learn backing. You don't know how many times I heard "you just gotta get a feel for it." I finally heard of "righty tighty, lefty loosie" for one trailer ( was normally pulling tandems, but you gotta get hooked up, don't you.Keep up the good work.

  • @jasonbird3296
    @jasonbird3296 3 года назад +3

    This guys backing lesson is PERFECT! Disregard all other videos and watch this one and I guarantee you'll master backing and pass your test! I just passed because of this video, THANK YOU!!!

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  3 года назад +1

      Thanks, Jason! Congrats on passing

  • @DuragAllDay
    @DuragAllDay 22 дня назад

    This is a massive help. I've been struggling the last two days. Thank you.

  • @snownight7
    @snownight7 5 лет назад +10

    Love this Vid. Would be cool if you can eventually do one for how do an alley dock and 90. They way you explained made it easy for us to comprehend.

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  5 лет назад +3

      The same day I recorded this, I was thinking of how best to do it. I could've gotten it done but it started raining 😔

  • @bluefire10169
    @bluefire10169 2 года назад

    My gosh, I have the dreaded snake issue in the straight back. You are god-sent. Thanks 🙏

  • @infamousmusickproductions3973
    @infamousmusickproductions3973 4 года назад +3

    Thanks!! I'm in CDL school now and I'm about to try this technique. Seems like it will be perfect to use.

  • @edgarmaris3332
    @edgarmaris3332 Месяц назад

    Excellent information! In fact, I agree that you explained the maneuvers clearly and concisely, better than the school that I am attending! Thank you! 🙏
    EMaris.

  • @jeffs.7052
    @jeffs.7052 5 лет назад +6

    Another great video! Definitely keep them coming. You do a great job explaining things in your descriptions, teaching and use or the video. Always learn something new from your videos whether it be $ wise or procedure or misc stuff.

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  5 лет назад

      I appreciate that! Thanks for the continued support!

  • @samuelsesay1158
    @samuelsesay1158 2 года назад

    I am in cdl training schools right now watching your video open my eyes
    Thank you

  • @chrispolka5883
    @chrispolka5883 5 лет назад +3

    Really good video Scott, very helpful, you would make a great trainer, be safe out there

  • @no1nestandsalone387
    @no1nestandsalone387 5 месяцев назад

    I am in CDL school right now and totally failed the straight back. This method will help me so much! So glad I came across the video! Thanks for the help! ❤🎉

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  5 месяцев назад

      You’re welcome! Best of luck

  • @mamaga1afua16
    @mamaga1afua16 2 года назад +3

    Why do these CDL schools tell us not to be watching RUclips videos on backing a semi truck. Watching this video I think is going to help me. At the school, no instructor has time for you. I failed my test two times already, but I told myself I’m not giving up.

  • @teefields
    @teefields Год назад

    Just started today! Clutch, no problem, shifting no problem, but straight back I didn't get it today. The technique taught is "turn your steering wheel towards the problem" and it just doesn't click with me. Watching your video just gave me a different perspective that I know will aid me in conqueroring this maneuver tmrw! Ty!!💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿

  • @stormtrooper_kveasty
    @stormtrooper_kveasty 4 года назад +9

    I’m currently In a school and I have a hard time backing up in a straight line

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  4 года назад +3

      Stormtrooper 24 you’re definitely not alone, just read through the comments. Give these thoughts in the video a try and see how they work for you. Come back and lemme know how it goes!

    • @user-zg1mk5co4z
      @user-zg1mk5co4z 3 года назад

      @@RushinTruckin
      I swear to God me too just today I was struggling 😭
      And my instructor was yelling at me

  • @TheDeedee8511
    @TheDeedee8511 Год назад

    God bless you… I’ve been oversteering & overthinking for a week now.. tomorrow I’m gonna use your method

  • @michaelrains2268
    @michaelrains2268 5 лет назад +10

    Looking like you would make a good trainer. What ya tink ? 👍

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  5 лет назад +5

      Possibly. We'll see what the future holds 😎

  • @MrDawg122
    @MrDawg122 7 месяцев назад

    You actually break down the steps I love this video 👍🏾

  • @tass4592
    @tass4592 Год назад +1

    I am learning back up this week, and am really struggling. Tomorrow when I go I am gonna practice this lesson. You made my concept very clear thanks. God bless you my brother.

  • @catmeme4life220
    @catmeme4life220 2 года назад

    Thank you, I was looking for someone who can teach me the visual cue (how to read mirror) to turn my wheel. This is the perfect thing I need.

  • @freddy2064
    @freddy2064 3 месяца назад

    I'm 2 weeks to getting my CDL and I can't thank you enough!!! Thank you sir.

  • @KeepingHopeAlive
    @KeepingHopeAlive Год назад

    Thank you! This should help a lot. I'm training to be a switcher at Fedex and the guys they have training me aren't able to explain to me how to correct the issue. You've explained it perfectly and demonstrated it very well. All I need to do now is practice it.

  • @patricklancaster8684
    @patricklancaster8684 2 года назад +2

    Man I’m in class now sitting in the car with the Aircondintion on and couldn’t figure this out hopefully this works and I’m already subscribed all the instructors never explained that or I missed that 10 min makes so much sense! Hopefully this works and solves everything me and a few guys need this!

  • @necolyon
    @necolyon Год назад

    Am
    In CDL school and am having the same problem and this video had open my eyes thanks for the help

  • @TradeU4it
    @TradeU4it 2 года назад +2

    This is the best technique video I've seen for hand positioning and how the movements influence the trailer. I haul boats and typically have great visibility when backing. Driving a TT for the CDL test was a very different experience relying exclusively on side mirrors and flying blind on offsets. With two days left until test day, you saved me. My sincere thanks for posting this. 🤜🤛

  • @sannf005
    @sannf005 3 месяца назад

    Omg, thank you!!! So much better and helpful than what I've been shown in class.

  • @jaluepo
    @jaluepo 2 года назад +1

    Great vid, well explained in 10 min, school teaches in 4 days.

  • @alexvega5929
    @alexvega5929 Год назад

    Today was my first attempt at the training site and how u explained the part where beginners go wrong panic and move the steering wheel too fast and create a snake is exactly what i was going through my instructor a great guy was all laughs and smiles but after watching these i feel ready for tomorrow thanks man

  • @kgabomanamela23
    @kgabomanamela23 3 года назад +2

    Wow! This is the simplest explanation EVER! I started this today and I was such a failure because my instructor sucks 😔

  • @jaysun813
    @jaysun813 Год назад

    This video has opened my mind for the straight backing test at school, I was frustrated that I couldn't keep my trailer straight. The simple clock positions, what to notice in the big mirror's and minimal wheel movement is key. Pov reference is a game changer. Thank you for this video.

  • @teresamichele4747
    @teresamichele4747 Год назад

    Saved this video! I start CDL school in 3 weeks and this looks easy with some practice! Thank you!!

  • @creolemusiclyrics
    @creolemusiclyrics Год назад

    Awesome tutorial. Thank you very much. I spent the whole week trying to understand the concept but couldn't. Thanks to your video, now I have a clearer idea.

  • @Jj-hx2yg
    @Jj-hx2yg 23 дня назад

    He described exactly what Ive been doing wrong 😅, gives me some relief that I’m not the only one, thank you for your tips 😁

  • @Sammy_Travels
    @Sammy_Travels 8 месяцев назад

    Thank you so much man. I just started truck driving school and I am struggling with straight back. This really helped. Please keep posting more content

  • @Trucknfit87
    @Trucknfit87 3 месяца назад

    This helped me understand so much. I was definitely one of those students turning my wheel hard. Thanks

  • @COOPER1524
    @COOPER1524 Год назад

    Thank you so much for the video, I'm that student that your talking about, I was totally oversteering, so I should focus on, 12 o'clock 9 and 3 only, and no more than 2 seconds when the trailer starts to drift. Thank you.

  • @Mixxmuff777
    @Mixxmuff777 11 месяцев назад

    Oh my gosh…. I get it straight backing now.
    I’m in lineman school learning to do this on a line truck and I’m having the toughest time it isn’t clicking for me but learning that maneuver is helping so much! Thank you

  • @oliviag3184
    @oliviag3184 Год назад +1

    Thank you so much!!!! This video really helped me. The time reference was key for me.

  • @cameycuts
    @cameycuts 15 дней назад

    Make it look so easy, and very good at explaining most definitely will be trying this out at trucking school tomorrow because I’m struggling 😅

  • @freemygrandma8752
    @freemygrandma8752 Год назад

    Something so simple helps. This was very good.

  • @nicholewinstead7598
    @nicholewinstead7598 Год назад

    it clearly makes sense now. lightbulb went off and you are awesome. Thanks!

  • @daryalali5015
    @daryalali5015 Год назад

    This is the best video I have ever watched. Thank you so much it really helped me a lot.

  • @cimmeronbrooks9430
    @cimmeronbrooks9430 3 года назад

    My second day at the C.D.L Class was 12-11-20 and man that straight back is giving me hell !!!!! can't wait til Monday morning to try this THANK YOU SO MUCH

  • @thesonofdeforever1138
    @thesonofdeforever1138 2 года назад

    In all honesty, The world of trucking would be a lot more safer if you became an instructor. My first 4 days I couldn't get this corrected until I watched your video, and then got it dead on. Thanks so much.

  • @tonyaflegler9620
    @tonyaflegler9620 Год назад

    For the life of me I couldn’t figure out why I was having so much trouble just doing a straight back…. Thank u so much, I will try this tomorrow

  • @kozuki_kami472
    @kozuki_kami472 2 года назад

    Im currently in a trucking school and this made it way more clear thank you

  • @TriniS2k
    @TriniS2k Месяц назад

    Thank you , this help me i started monday and i would get this then lose the concept , and it because of over turning , thank you man appreciate it stay blessed.

  • @Phoenix1008
    @Phoenix1008 2 года назад

    Thank you for taking the time to make this video...I get the concept much better now. GOD bless you👍👍

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  2 года назад

      You’re welcome! I’m happy it helped you

  • @Sean-ng5jt
    @Sean-ng5jt 3 года назад

    Best instructor EVER🙏🙏🙏

  • @samhenry4891
    @samhenry4891 Год назад

    Good job Scott. Glad to see you are helping so many people.

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  Год назад

      Thanks, bud! Hope you and the fam are doing well

  • @tywright2219
    @tywright2219 7 месяцев назад

    This is the 5th video I’ve come across this evening and I am appalled with how many students come to the comments to state that their instructors did a poor job explaining to them what you guys come on RUclips and do an AMAZING job with. I’m in trucking school right now and my instructors are not making it any easier for me with how impatient they are with my backing. After watching this video, I am far more confident that I will do better tomorrow! Thank you!

    • @RushinTruckin
      @RushinTruckin  7 месяцев назад

      You're welcome. I hope it helps

  • @lisahughes7053
    @lisahughes7053 2 года назад +1

    I've sat here and watch this video about 10 times hopefully it helps me today