Conversely, I wish UPS Freight Corporate wasn't so ridiculous as to eliminate such a great division! Honestly, was the $800 million sell-off worth it in the end? UPS Freight used to be number one and the second was FedEx Freight. Now, it's the complete opposite. What a waste of great equipment, drivers, and equipment! And like you, I also wanted to become a UPS Freight driver. What a shame!
@@johnb.399 I don't know what to say. You can only control what you can control, if you like the job as a driver who cares. It's just an opportunity at the end of the day.
@@averagebloke4474 Thank you! I was offered an apprentice job with FedEx Freight. Do you think it is a good opportunity? Just asking. I just want to make the right decision, but honestly, I do like your logic. A job is a job and a great opportunity to take advantage of. And if I go by your logic, then the FedEx Freight job is a good opportunity to work somewhere and gain valuable experience, and a good paycheck.
Why do the Ups Dollies and Trailers have such low Pintle Hook Connections. Is it for easier lifting of the Dolly as the Hitch is closer to the ground than traditional trailers?
Good question! I asked that question before, “just designed that way”. My only guess would be less parts to repair ( wheels and post) are always getting ripped off on dollys
I think they designed it that way to locate the pintle hook at the roll center of the trailer to minimize rock steer. That would be so the Dollie tongue doesn't wag as the lead trailer rocks side to side going down the road.
Rewatching this video now that I'm qualified, all I can think is "why was this so complicated for me and why did it take me 3 while days of training to get the hang of it?"
Ups equipment is slightly outdated… new= “snubber” does not exist… safety bar is auto set… dual tires not four(easier to turn)… dolly 5th wheels now adjust instead of solid height on leaf springs… less cotact points against air lines ETC!
Been laid off for almost a year now, but I rewatch these to make sure I’m not forgetting anything. Thanks.
We’re sorry to hear that, hopefully we get volume back and we get you back in the driver seat, thanks for watching!
Ups layoff people ? 🤔
@@I_g_396yea messed up how it all went down
This guy was very good.
He knows his stuff!
Thank you, he’s Noursepower!
Awesome video!! I’m saving this in my archive 😊.
Good video I didn’t know you can activate snubber without getting air into the tank of the dolly,,thanks for the videos they help tremendously.
Finally...someone who knows to underhook the dolly chains. I thought i was only one in America left who did it.
Great video to keep us refresh........ thanksss
I’ve always wondered why the pintle hook doesn’t need grease? Considering all the friction and rubbing when you make turns.
GREAT VIDEO DRIVER
Good job.
Are all UPS dollies that junky?
Wish I can work for ups as a freight driver.
Conversely, I wish UPS Freight Corporate wasn't so ridiculous as to eliminate such a great division! Honestly, was the $800 million sell-off worth it in the end? UPS Freight used to be number one and the second was FedEx Freight. Now, it's the complete opposite. What a waste of great equipment, drivers, and equipment! And like you, I also wanted to become a UPS Freight driver. What a shame!
@@johnb.399 I don't know what to say. You can only control what you can control, if you like the job as a driver who cares. It's just an opportunity at the end of the day.
@@averagebloke4474 Thank you! I was offered an apprentice job with FedEx Freight. Do you think it is a good opportunity? Just asking. I just want to make the right decision, but honestly, I do like your logic. A job is a job and a great opportunity to take advantage of. And if I go by your logic, then the FedEx Freight job is a good opportunity to work somewhere and gain valuable experience, and a good paycheck.
@@johnb.399 Yeah. Sure why not. Idk I'm going to kill myself anyways
Cool Video
Why do the Ups Dollies and Trailers have such low Pintle Hook Connections. Is it for easier lifting of the Dolly as the Hitch is closer to the ground than traditional trailers?
Good question! I asked that question before, “just designed that way”. My only guess would be less parts to repair ( wheels and post) are always getting ripped off on dollys
Fedex ground is much higher
I think they designed it that way to locate the pintle hook at the roll center of the trailer to minimize rock steer. That would be so the Dollie tongue doesn't wag as the lead trailer rocks side to side going down the road.
Rewatching this video now that I'm qualified, all I can think is "why was this so complicated for me and why did it take me 3 while days of training to get the hang of it?"
Same lol
I just finished my training last week. Been lucky enough to have been a back up shifter. The training is crazy intense!!!
Ups equipment is slightly outdated… new= “snubber” does not exist… safety bar is auto set… dual tires not four(easier to turn)… dolly 5th wheels now adjust instead of solid height on leaf springs… less cotact points against air lines ETC!
These dudes are brainwashed robots
I can drop and hook a set in 7 minutes.
Cool. Do mines for me and I'll chill in the cab
Congrats. I do it in 90.
@@giovannicorrea768 paid by the hour eh?
Yes sir. Like a champ 🏆
Diesel demon!
I worked for ups part time in the 90s. Why did they get rid of the pneumatic landing gear on the pups?
Maintenance cost, always breaking
@@UPSLawnsideFeeders thank you!