And remember, keep your speed dead slow, slow truck, fast hands and your trailer will be more responsive to steering inputs. The biggest mistake I see drivers making at truck stops and docks is they care to much about the impatience of other drivers. Take your time and you'll get it right the first time!
This is the best answer. just slowly and without haste, no matter how long it takes you, just ignore others, until you are 100% sure that everything is as it should be. and if you need, don’t be lazy to go out and If you nedd 10x to check your right and back side not to hook someone.
I like the tip from all 4 of these comments and for the advice it's appreciated I to will soon be on the road and backing in with a tatiler is one thing I'm I need to work on i only drove tractor/trailers forward in my experiences so far
First time in an artic today, nervous as hell on the way up to Scotland as I knew I'd be reversing onto a bay when I got there. Studied this video in depth beforehand, followed the instructions when I got there and it made it SO much easier getting it onto bay so thank you for doing this vid 💪🏻
At my job I am exposed to a lot of tractor trailers. So e of these guys are really good. Even with trailers on both sides, they pull right up and back in even with not much room to pull forward to try and straighten things. A lot of the other truckers, though, they take 10 minutes or more constantly pulling up and backing up. I remember a lady who was so nervous she almost broke down crying. Another driver from another company spotted her and guided her back into the dock. One of the most heart warming things I've ever seen. ❤️
This is TREMENDOUS I BEEN UP FOR DAYS STUDYING MY SET UPS, this has helped me immensely my man, appreciate you taking time out your day passing on the Knowledge 💯
Awesome setup every time I get new driver for ride along I make sure I make them watch at least 10 of your videos and trust me thay learn more from you then me. Keep up the good work
I wish my trainer taught me backing skills because I’m still scared of backing. It takes me a bit longer but I am learning better by watching these videos!
@@shannonharris9695 Once you realize that if you make it 90 degree the tractor-trailer angle then you can pivot the trailer around one point...(while dragging some tires sideways) to back into tight spaces... And using T junctions to turn around when lost... Life will be easier...
@@seanb2605 For the tires it can be bad...depends how many axels you have, axle spacing, heavy load and road surface...You can get the tires off from the rims with a heavy load high angle manouver on a dry pavement...or you can rip up the pavement if it is more soft...These are the things that you can not teach to an AI...
I second that emotion. After years of drinking doubles. Now retired. I'm the person who backs up and gives you room lots of room. Not fun being stomped by an elephant. And I like my Chevy. The Cummins weighs more than my entire car, with me in it. I have a great skill, I get the hell out of the way. I've found when I do, I stay healthy.
Back in '82 a few older drivers talked about being able to think of an overhead view of your tractor and trailer while your moving and turning , that helped me and others also . Take your time , it's goina work out o k .
🌴☀️thanking you once again (this is where I learn btw) you’ve made backing much more “visible & mathematical” for me as a new female driver who’s alas on the road less than a year now, I appreciate you entirely & have had no incidents…thank YOU!!!☀️🌴
Your videos on backing are the most educational and informative of any I have found after countless searches. I use them as a foundation for the 'Process' of all my backing.
Great video, My trainer taught me how to do a 45, but on my own I find my setup to be Rusty, your videos have been such a help in having a better understanding on how to get yourself backing on the right track.
Good job only video I found that actually answered one of my questions which was the adjustments you should make compared to where your tandems are set
Excellent! Wish they used some drone footage at the UPS hub in Denver when I started driving Feeders. But luckily 60 hours a week for years moving trailers in the hectic cramped ass yard forces you to figure this stuff out.
I do the 45 almost every time and still have to readjust more than once most of the time. But you pointed out something I have forgotten over time. Thank you
I'm a new driver got my license three weeks ago I just got my first job last week it's here in Texas in the Oilfields I find myself on locations with very limited space I just seen this video i'm sure it will help thank you for posting your contents
This is how I was taught. I see so many guys that will Jack knife from the center of the aisle and they're the ones who take 10 minutes to get backed into a spot. I don't know who's teaching this shit but it defies mechanical reasoning. Get as close to your target as possible and 45° it in.
Do you have to worry about trailer tail swing if you do the correct setup I don't think you do what would you do for a day cab dual axle meaning how many trailers after your hole would you turn we can use the mirror for example thank you after you do your first hard initial right turn I take it you fastly immediately hard left until you got the angle is that when you stop so you don't have to keep pulling forward if you do it right in the initial setup some people are saying you have to pull forward another 8 or 10 ft but it does not look like David did this here I like slow movements and steer will straight with little movements then you do not have to worry so much about the stuff in front of you because you made yourself room by getting close to the Target in the beginning and not cranking on the jackknife at the end you know what I mean
@@jakethehitman-187 I have found witha '53 trailer they are easier to maneuver with the tandems slid about half way back. I run mostly '48 spread axle and you have to be a little more aggressive with them as they tend to push around corners. With a short day cab you just start your hard right about '3 sooner.
Once I was in my car and a truck like this one was manoeuvring carefully to do such a move. It was a busy street at rush hour and because of it, there was a long line of cars that were stuck. I was the first in that line. Once he succeeded, the driver looked at me with a face of embarrassment, as if he felt bad for preventing the cars from circulating. Then I clapped and smiled, hoping he would understand I was genuinely impressed by his skills. Then his face lit up and he was happy. Good job, truck drivers!
This is definitely the best video on backing I’ve seen. I’m doing ok right now. I was really good until I started pulling double for seven years. Now I’m bumping docks again. I’m eager to get to backing the way I did it before. This video really helps. Thanks.
When I was in school we called this a 12 and 9. Backing is usually the hardest and most stress inducing thing for a new driver. Like anything though once you practice it enough it get easier until one day you wake up and it makes sense. I always tell new drivers you need to learn the size of your vehicle and the angles needed to accomplish your goal. Unfortunately you won't always have the space for this type of back.
Here in Europe not often we have the space to manoeuvre like that a few yards I go in got to basically Jack knife to get onto bays or even in and out of some yards but still good video to learn basics off even over here
one thing to note is watch your cables when cranking hard, my company locks the 5th wheel all the way to the back position, so if using a continuous supply cable (the curly one) it could get caught under the mudflaps during your first turn
Man thank you so much for this video.. I'm new at this operating yard goat at work and working on my class A and believe me this video has helped me get this down thank you again
Another GREAT video. My brain works in "angles" too so I can totally relate to your teaching style. Thanks for the simple and clear editing as well as the addition of the protractor on the steering wheels. You are the best in my opinion my friend. Thank you.
Been driving for 4 yrs flatbed and somehow I missed this channel this is absolutely perfect thank you for making. I can typically get into right spaces pretty well but with lots of slow calculated adjustments because my set up is a little off, or maybe the space in front is tight or maybe the spread is a little sporadic but these might help me dial it in and get more smooth thanks for the videos this is great
Very precise. By watching you I realized my mistake was turning to the right after going back straight 2-3 feet. I am going to do it your way from now onward. Thanks
After 1.5 million miles backing up is easy. I drive the trailer when doing so. Hand placement on the steering wheel has a lot to do with it. Top or bottom the rear will react a certain way. Small increments in turning it helps. Aim the rear towards the target point and put it there.
What I see most with newer drivers is they try to go to fast. Just slow down and let the trailer glide in there. Slow truck fast hands best advice ever giving to me. Just a thought fellas.
This just came up in my recommendations... I'm an office worker, who will likely never drive anything more complex than a ute with a trailer boat. But if I ever need to reverse a b double, I'll be fucking ready baby!
Great video brother !!!! I went for my road test here in Ontario Canada yesterday and did not pass. I am in the process of notifying the school I'm training with in order to book another road test. They will organize another 3 days of extra training for me as well as get me another road test date. But your videos are really helpful and LOVE the protractor overlay to show how the truck is responding in relation to the trailer. Very informative !!! Oh and BTW I've already subbed with nootifications. ;)
@@Marvlo102 Hey man, YEP I sure did !!! I also got a job with a trucking company out my way. I finished their orientation stuff, and I start driver training on Monday jul 26. Thanks for checking in, I didn't think anyone actually read it. Do you drive truck too ?
@@proudcanadian9816 i recently went from a class B to class A last month & my company already had tractor trailers so I drive a class A route now & love it.
@@Marvlo102 Sorry for the late reply M. I'm glad to hear. I'm in week 3 right now with a company that hired me. I have a great trainer and learning alot. Pretty scary at times when you're hauling 60000 lbs of cargo [in canada we can haul that weight] I learned VERRRRY quickly how not accelerating enough out of a corner turn, the sheer weight of the truck and the drag of the tires WILL stall your truck dead in it's tracks *SMH* but I'm learning. Hit me up on how your doing again ok brother ?
@@proudcanadian9816 great to hear, one thing I have to do is stay off the phone when backing into a very tight dock. I already broke a mirror by doing so, I just gotta stay focus
This does help getting an idea. But every single back is different. Have to take in consideration of the space around you. Please just take your time, don’t worry about other drivers around you. They will talk smack to you over the CB, but they won’t be there when you back into something.
My Grandma Patricia (Covenant transport, PRIME), R.i.p And Uncle Ron Jolly (HARTT) R.i.p My hats off to you both and all truckers reading this. I say FUCK THAT!!!! I can't even get this right in GTA 5 and trust me, I try a LOT! Y'all got balls O' Steel! Thank you all for your hard work!
American trucking sim has taught me well I feel: 1) 8th gear is a bit to fast in a parking lot 2) trucks suck at stopping quick (sorry red car) 3) When you get frustrated backing up a trailer use the curbs and walls as kinda like guidance to the final spot. 😆
And remember, keep your speed dead slow, slow truck, fast hands and your trailer will be more responsive to steering inputs. The biggest mistake I see drivers making at truck stops and docks is they care to much about the impatience of other drivers. Take your time and you'll get it right the first time!
I've hit the hole many times in one shot with no pull-ups. Those times all have the same thing in common: Slow and steady.
Yes, exactly! If people just relax, they will annoy others a lot less because they will get in faster. Slow is fast and fast is slow.
This is the best answer. just slowly and without haste, no matter how long it takes you, just ignore others, until you are 100% sure that everything is as it should be. and if you need, don’t be lazy to go out and If you nedd 10x to check your right and back side not to hook someone.
I like the tip from all 4 of these comments and for the advice it's appreciated I to will soon be on the road and backing in with a tatiler is one thing I'm I need to work on i only drove tractor/trailers forward in my experiences so far
Wtf are you talking about ???
First time in an artic today, nervous as hell on the way up to Scotland as I knew I'd be reversing onto a bay when I got there. Studied this video in depth beforehand, followed the instructions when I got there and it made it SO much easier getting it onto bay so thank you for doing this vid 💪🏻
The set up is everything. If you don’t get a good set up, you are done.
At my job I am exposed to a lot of tractor trailers. So e of these guys are really good. Even with trailers on both sides, they pull right up and back in even with not much room to pull forward to try and straighten things. A lot of the other truckers, though, they take 10 minutes or more constantly pulling up and backing up. I remember a lady who was so nervous she almost broke down crying. Another driver from another company spotted her and guided her back into the dock. One of the most heart warming things I've ever seen. ❤️
I had to help a guy back his truck because he he said he couldn't do it after driving all day and he was very thankful that I helped him.
get out and look. Saved me so many times.
This is TREMENDOUS I BEEN UP FOR DAYS STUDYING MY SET UPS, this has helped me immensely my man, appreciate you taking time out your day passing on the Knowledge 💯
Skilled truckers are greatly under appreciated !! This is a rare skill !
Awesome setup every time I get new driver for ride along I make sure I make them watch at least 10 of your videos and trust me thay learn more from you then me. Keep up the good work
That's brilliant to hear!!
I wish my trainer taught me backing skills because I’m still scared of backing. It takes me a bit longer but I am learning better by watching these videos!
@@shannonharris9695 Once you realize that if you make it 90 degree the tractor-trailer angle then you can pivot the trailer around one point...(while dragging some tires sideways) to back into tight spaces...
And using T junctions to turn around when lost...
Life will be easier...
@@electricaviationchannelvid7863 isn't that bad to do for the truck?
@@seanb2605 For the tires it can be bad...depends how many axels you have, axle spacing, heavy load and road surface...You can get the tires off from the rims with a heavy load high angle manouver on a dry pavement...or you can rip up the pavement if it is more soft...These are the things that you can not teach to an AI...
I second that emotion.
After years of drinking doubles. Now retired.
I'm the person who backs up and gives you room lots of room.
Not fun being stomped by an elephant. And I like my Chevy.
The Cummins weighs more than my entire car, with me in it.
I have a great skill, I get the hell out of the way.
I've found when I do, I stay healthy.
This video helped me a ton. Yesterday I couldn't back up where I wanted the trailer to go. Today I managed to back up 15 times with no issue. Thanks.
Just got my CDL and my company didn't teach me my dedicated backing like they should have. Your channel is a life saver
Me too
All I can say is God bless you for sharing your knowledge with us 🙏🏻 I really appreciate it
Back in '82 a few older drivers talked about being able to think of an overhead view of your tractor and trailer while your moving and turning , that helped me and others also . Take your time , it's goina work out o k .
Great!
I’m a new driver and been learning from you a lot. Thanks for taking the time to teach us how to maneuver and park a trailer
You are very welcome.
Why am I watching this? The largest thing I've driven is a panel van. Great video, like button smashed.
These techniques are VITAL for new drivers to learn as soon as possible!
🌴☀️thanking you once again (this is where I learn btw) you’ve made backing much more “visible & mathematical” for me as a new female driver who’s alas on the road less than a year now, I appreciate you entirely & have had no incidents…thank YOU!!!☀️🌴
Saw this on my recommended page and now I can improve my trucking on ATS. Great video! ;)
Your videos on backing are the most educational and informative of any I have found after countless searches. I use them as a foundation for the 'Process' of all my backing.
Great video, My trainer taught me how to do a 45, but on my own I find my setup to be Rusty, your videos have been such a help in having a better understanding on how to get yourself backing on the right track.
Good job only video I found that actually answered one of my questions which was the adjustments you should make compared to where your tandems are set
Short and sweet and hard to beat! Great video
That was a great setup and back, almost seemed like you didn’t have to pull up. 🔥👍
Excellent! Wish they used some drone footage at the UPS hub in Denver when I started driving Feeders. But luckily 60 hours a week for years moving trailers in the hectic cramped ass yard forces you to figure this stuff out.
I do the 45 almost every time and still have to readjust more than once most of the time. But you pointed out something I have forgotten over time. Thank you
I live in Norway and we have little tiny parking space and they teaching us in a different way, this was easy to learn. 🙏🏻
Great demonstration!! 7 years ago no one articulated properly how to alley dock! Always room to learn, THX!!!
🎯🎯🎯
I'm a new driver got my license three weeks ago I just got my first job last week it's here in Texas in the Oilfields I find myself on locations with very limited space I just seen this video i'm sure it will help thank you for posting your contents
This is how I was taught. I see so many guys that will Jack knife from the center of the aisle and they're the ones who take 10 minutes to get backed into a spot. I don't know who's teaching this shit but it defies mechanical reasoning. Get as close to your target as possible and 45° it in.
Do you have to worry about trailer tail swing if you do the correct setup I don't think you do what would you do for a day cab dual axle meaning how many trailers after your hole would you turn we can use the mirror for example thank you after you do your first hard initial right turn I take it you fastly immediately hard left until you got the angle is that when you stop so you don't have to keep pulling forward if you do it right in the initial setup some people are saying you have to pull forward another 8 or 10 ft but it does not look like David did this here I like slow movements and steer will straight with little movements then you do not have to worry so much about the stuff in front of you because you made yourself room by getting close to the Target in the beginning and not cranking on the jackknife at the end you know what I mean
@@jakethehitman-187 I have found witha '53 trailer they are easier to maneuver with the tandems slid about half way back. I run mostly '48 spread axle and you have to be a little more aggressive with them as they tend to push around corners. With a short day cab you just start your hard right about '3 sooner.
Once I was in my car and a truck like this one was manoeuvring carefully to do such a move. It was a busy street at rush hour and because of it, there was a long line of cars that were stuck. I was the first in that line. Once he succeeded, the driver looked at me with a face of embarrassment, as if he felt bad for preventing the cars from circulating. Then I clapped and smiled, hoping he would understand I was genuinely impressed by his skills. Then his face lit up and he was happy. Good job, truck drivers!
This is definitely the best video on backing I’ve seen. I’m doing ok right now. I was really good until I started pulling double for seven years. Now I’m bumping docks again. I’m eager to get to backing the way I did it before. This video really helps. Thanks.
This is good 👍...great for those pulling trailers.
Needed a refresher. Thanks so much!
Well done!!!
When I was in school we called this a 12 and 9. Backing is usually the hardest and most stress inducing thing for a new driver. Like anything though once you practice it enough it get easier until one day you wake up and it makes sense. I always tell new drivers you need to learn the size of your vehicle and the angles needed to accomplish your goal. Unfortunately you won't always have the space for this type of back.
Here in Europe not often we have the space to manoeuvre like that a few yards I go in got to basically Jack knife to get onto bays or even in and out of some yards but still good video to learn basics off even over here
Thank you, now I can back to eurotruck simulator🔥👌
one thing to note is watch your cables when cranking hard, my company locks the 5th wheel all the way to the back position, so if using a continuous supply cable (the curly one) it could get caught under the mudflaps during your first turn
I guess this only applies to American trucks.
Man thank you so much for this video.. I'm new at this operating yard goat at work and working on my class A and believe me this video has helped me get this down thank you again
Best video yet. The graphics are awesome. You're a great teacher.
nicely done. never be afraid to take a pull up 🙂
Another GREAT video. My brain works in "angles" too so I can totally relate to your teaching style. Thanks for the simple and clear editing as well as the addition of the protractor on the steering wheels. You are the best in my opinion my friend. Thank you.
Thx man!!
So much easier from overhead. 👍
Been driving for 4 yrs flatbed and somehow I missed this channel this is absolutely perfect thank you for making. I can typically get into right spaces pretty well but with lots of slow calculated adjustments because my set up is a little off, or maybe the space in front is tight or maybe the spread is a little sporadic but these might help me dial it in and get more smooth thanks for the videos this is great
Thank you so much bro I just got a job and I’m having to move tankers like no less than 6 inches apart and his video totally helps me
This one is tremendous. It matches what I will need to do on my backing test. The dimensions don't allow for a genuine "alley dock."
One of the best explained videos ive seen so far...thx
Love, love, love these vids. Just downloaded the simulator and took away the pesky ads. Keep doing what you do to help the trucking community
Backing is always my biggest weakness. Thanks to your video I know where to turn and etc.
Funny forget to download my new have, My Trucking Skills on iOS, Android and the PC. It's free to try.
Very precise. By watching you I realized my mistake was turning to the right after going back straight 2-3 feet. I am going to do it your way from now onward. Thanks
Best video I seen on backing for me so far. I like when he tells you what way to turn wheel
I’m a new trucker driver , this vídeos help me a lot , thank you so much
As a former shunter that did atleast 50 moves per shift, this is the way 100%. 1st shot every time.
Thank you!!
Your technic helps a lot, on daily basis,
really a appreciate that Sir!
You are the best. The best on RUclips for trucking hands down.
Thanks man!!😁
Great video for angle backing.....i am in training and have to back in at a angle this morning I believe this will help.
Thank you
Thank you for your excellent teaching skills
All these real truckers here and I am just learning for a sim game.
😆
Learned this and more at Schneider National finishing school in Indianapolis.
Nice videos very informative tutorial Thanks for sharing Sir God bless you always
After 1.5 million miles backing up is easy. I drive the trailer when doing so. Hand placement on the steering wheel has a lot to do with it. Top or bottom the rear will react a certain way. Small increments in turning it helps. Aim the rear towards the target point and put it there.
Thank you so much your video was so helpful to me been driving a year your video was step by step thank you 🙏
From 3 years of OTR with refers and vans I can remember only dozen times I had tandems all the way back.
Bro… this was a life saver!!!
If we can’t get it after watching this we just won’t get it lol perfect man thanks 😊
Thanks for simplifying!
WoW what a great video!!!! Thank you for pisting!!!
What I see most with newer drivers is they try to go to fast. Just slow down and let the trailer glide in there. Slow truck fast hands best advice ever giving to me. Just a thought fellas.
Brilliant. This is very similar to the Swift system.
This just came up in my recommendations... I'm an office worker, who will likely never drive anything more complex than a ute with a trailer boat. But if I ever need to reverse a b double, I'll be fucking ready baby!
Hello i'm Dominican from Pennsylvania if this is not the best video I have seen it is one of the best
Thank you very much!!☺️
@@MyTruckingSkills I'm a recent graduate so I'm trying to perfect my backing up.
Good job man..keep on Rocking !
I looked for truck driving tutorials like this to improve my driving skills at Euro Truck Simulator 2 😍
I do have a couple ets2 tutorials here
@@MyTruckingSkills I would love to see them from your Channel!
This is a great start to artificial intelligence for a dumb ass trucker like myself who could not back up
I like his style of teaching! Very useful and mathematically correct,.
Glad to hear that!
I do this approach, except instead of keeping my wheel straight, I crank all the way to the right to jackknife and then just chase it back.
Great video brother !!!! I went for my road test here in Ontario Canada yesterday and did not pass. I am in the process of notifying the school I'm training with in order to book another road test. They will organize another 3 days of extra training for me as well as get me another road test date.
But your videos are really helpful and LOVE the protractor overlay to show how the truck is responding in relation to the trailer. Very informative !!! Oh and BTW I've already subbed with nootifications. ;)
Did you pass?
@@Marvlo102 Hey man, YEP I sure did !!! I also got a job with a trucking company out my way. I finished their orientation stuff, and I start driver training on Monday jul 26. Thanks for checking in, I didn't think anyone actually read it. Do you drive truck too ?
@@proudcanadian9816 i recently went from a class B to class A last month & my company already had tractor trailers so I drive a class A route now & love it.
@@Marvlo102 Sorry for the late reply M. I'm glad to hear. I'm in week 3 right now with a company that hired me. I have a great trainer and learning alot. Pretty scary at times when you're hauling 60000 lbs of cargo [in canada we can haul that weight] I learned VERRRRY quickly how not accelerating enough out of a corner turn, the sheer weight of the truck and the drag of the tires WILL stall your truck dead in it's tracks *SMH* but I'm learning. Hit me up on how your doing again ok brother ?
@@proudcanadian9816 great to hear, one thing I have to do is stay off the phone when backing into a very tight dock. I already broke a mirror by doing so, I just gotta stay focus
Excellent video, but out at most of the stops I used remove about 15 feet of distance between rows.
Great times but glad I'm not cdl driving anymore
Good tutorial video I let my students watch this before holding the wheel
Thank you very much for those kind words
Yes I got it, thank you very much to share your idea how to Park
Get out and look, always helps.
Love this setup
This does help getting an idea. But every single back is different. Have to take in consideration of the space around you. Please just take your time, don’t worry about other drivers around you. They will talk smack to you over the CB, but they won’t be there when you back into something.
That's why I have made over 100 backing videos.
Brilliant and pure gold....
My Grandma Patricia (Covenant transport, PRIME), R.i.p And Uncle Ron Jolly (HARTT) R.i.p My hats off to you both and all truckers reading this. I say FUCK THAT!!!! I can't even get this right in GTA 5 and trust me, I try a LOT! Y'all got balls O' Steel! Thank you all for your hard work!
Appreciate these videos brother they really help a lot!
Why am I watching this?
I have no idea
Did I enjoy it?
Hell yeah)
Lol, i like how the trailer is sliding in to the spot
Huh?
very well taught. tks u so much.
American trucking sim has taught me well I feel: 1) 8th gear is a bit to fast in a parking lot 2) trucks suck at stopping quick (sorry red car) 3) When you get frustrated backing up a trailer use the curbs and walls as kinda like guidance to the final spot. 😆
Hello handsome you love truck too
@@KrissyLynn-sr8qz what??
I mean I love truck too
@@KrissyLynn-sr8qz Are you a truck driver or gamer??
I’m not a trucker but my late husband was that makes me love truck
Awesome software for trucking 👍👍
Thanks I needed to see this I appreciate the information 💯
Gracias amigo..💪🇨🇴💯🙏
Excellent skills, if a driver can not practice that witch you have shown, I would be skeptical of their driving abilities, well explaned.
Excellent video
Best lessons in world
Lot off sanks
Now I know how to back up a semi if I ever need to back up a semi.
You’re awesome , I SUCK and parking anywhere without a ridiculous amount of space , I’m going to start practicing this method 😊
Nice landmarking. Easy to remember
Thanks for the ETS2 tutorial
tres bien bonne course mercie conducteur
Excellent! Thank u!!