No Speed Limit for Semis in CA?

[Blackmagic94]

While I won’t reveal my personal beliefs... I will say that 70 in a big rig is a misdemeanor, and carries 2 points if convicted.

I’m aware. Just curious if you lifted the speed limit since the hours of service went out the door

 

[wettrthebettr]

Use to be, note use to be....major trucking companies had all their trucks governed to 65 max.

I drove for Interstate Trucking their trucks are governed to 62, I always got in trouble for going 65 on down grades.
It is the private owned truck that are ungoverned.

 

[wettrthebettr]

While I won’t reveal my personal beliefs... I will say that 70 in a big rig is a misdemeanor, and carries 2 points if convicted.

As a Former CDL driver, Truck drivers travel the same Routes over and over and Learn where the bears are set up.
Watkins and Shepard had no Governed speed and paper logs, interstate Trucking had Governed speed and paper logs,
When they all went to Electronic logs I quit.
Also so our CB's warn each other where the bears and Evel knievel are set up, and location.
I never got caught, I could spot the bears and evel knievels anywhere.

 

[FlyByWire]

As a Former CDL driver, Truck drivers travel the same Routes over and over and Learn where the bears are set up.
Also so our CB's warn each other where the bears and Evel knievel are set up, and location.
I never got caught, I could spot the bears and evel knievels anywhere.

I drove OTR for 5 years myself. I know the tricks and used them all, so I may have a better grip or understanding as to what a CDL driver goes through. I’m also a former Evel Knievel. I never got caught, just like you.

Those tricks only work when you use them though, and believe me there’s plenty that don’t. The industry has changed a TON since I drove, in ways that I won’t get into on a public forum. I’m sure you know what I’m talking about.

I’m about as laid back as it gets... Use the tools you have available at your disposal, and you and I will never meet.

I don’t take traffic infractions personally, but I’ve seen all too often what happens when 80,000 lbs meets steel, glass, and human flesh at elevated speeds... so if I can keep you (people, not YOU specifically) on your toes and maybe a little more alert, I’m good with it.

 

[Gelcoater]

All us non essential people are out of their way.
Let em run!

 

[wettrthebettr]

I drove OTR for 5 years myself. I know the tricks and used them all, so I may have a better grip or understanding as to what a CDL driver goes through. I’m also a former Evel Knievel. I never got caught, just like you.

Those tricks only work when you use them though, and believe me there’s plenty that don’t. The industry has changed a TON since I drove, in ways that I won’t get into on a public forum. I’m sure you know what I’m talking about.

I’m about as laid back as it gets... Use the tools you have available at your disposal, and you and I will never meet.

I don’t take traffic infractions personally, but I’ve seen all too often what happens when 80,000 lbs meets steel, glass, and human flesh at elevated speeds... so if I can keep you (people, not YOU specifically) on your toes and maybe a little more alert, I’m good with it.

Right on, Watkins and Shepard had no Governed speed and paper logs, interstate Trucking had Governed speed and paper logs,
When they all went to Electronic logs I quit and went to work for Caltrans, in the winter 12hours Shifts 24/7 during Snow storms is the norm, Caltrans workers own the hwy, When there is a problem CHP is called to assist.

 

[Rvrluvr]

Did you drive the speed limit all the way there? Just keep your slow ass in the right lane and i wont put you in a ditch as I roll by

 

[gqchris]

Coming home today was a different story. 3 units on the 40. @FlyByWire which one is you ? Lol

 

[FlyByWire]

Coming home today was a different story. 3 units on the 40. @FlyByWire which one is you ? Lol

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Haha if the big fireball in the sky can be seen, it’s not me.

 

[gqchris]

Haha if the big fireball in the sky can be seen, it’s not me.

Copy that! I used to work Graves when I worked on an Ambulance. Always loved that shift.

 

[Joker]

Coming home today was a different story. 3 units on the 40. @FlyByWire which one is you ? Lol

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We saw him as well today. Have a feeling we passed you

 

[LazyLavey]

For what its worth a truck driving 55 and you doing 70+ does not equal a happy ending

Stay in your lane

 

[LazyLavey]

Truckers are always crawling up my ass, I stay pretty much around 70

Let me clarify.... most OTR guys are not my issue, usually they are courteous..

It's Those friggin local bottonm loaders, gravel/dirt haulers, whatever you call them are usually driving like dick heads

 

[gqchris]

We saw him as well today. Have a feeling we passed you

Nice! Yea had a good weekend of solo offroading. Although when I arrived to Kevins Cabin,there were about 60 peeps there with kids running around all over! We turned around and social distanced ourselves! LOL

 

[mash on it]

Let me clarify.... most OTR guys are not my issue, usually they are courteous..

It's Those friggin local bottonm loaders, gravel/dirt haulers, whatever you call them are usually driving like dick heads

Sounds like you should have left earlier.

Bottom loaders, lol

You should probably stay in your lane.

Dan'l

 

[Rvrluvr]

Let me clarify.... most OTR guys are not my issue, usually they are courteous..

It's Those friggin local bottonm loaders, gravel/dirt haulers, whatever you call them are usually driving like dick heads

maybe don't take so long washing your pussy and you wont be in such a hurry.

 

[Kachina26]

Let me clarify.... most OTR guys are not my issue, usually they are courteous..

It's Those friggin local bottonm loaders, gravel/dirt haulers, whatever you call them are usually driving like dick heads

Wheel barrow pushers

 

[FlyByWire]

I’m aware. Just curious if you lifted the speed limit since the hours of service went out the door

 

[LazyLavey]

maybe don't take so long washing your pussy and you wont be in such a hurry.

the truckers are in the hurry....

 

[4Waters]

Let me clarify.... most OTR guys are not my issue, usually they are courteous..

It's Those friggin local bottonm loaders, gravel/dirt haulers, whatever you call them are usually driving like dick heads

the truckers are in the hurry....

Those guys are usually paid by the load, not an excuse just the reason why. That's why I got an hourly job, I keep it 60-62.

 

[Rvrluvr]

Those guys are usually paid by the load, not an excuse just the reason why. That's why I got an hourly job, I keep it 60-62.

Im paid by the ton. My truck is always 79,500-80,000. 60 is my avg round town. out on the super slab, i like to bump it up to 65-67. Fuel milage gets killed after that. I like my 7.0-7.2 mpg so i dont mind slower. Outta state i keep it under 75. I did 80 few times in Utah, just doesnt feel right in a truck. Blow a steer and you are DONE imho. 75 in a loaded truck burns a shitload of fuel even on flat ground. I have 3.08’s in the rear end, cant even put it in the big hole loaded.

 

[92 cole]

I kept my speed at 62 till nevada border then 70 max (governed truck) NEVER got a ticket (retired now) and all you bitching about groceries not on the shelf are the same ones bitching about truckers hauling ass.

 

[DRYHEAT]

Mama says truck drivers are the devil.

 

[LazyLavey]

maybe don't take so long washing your pussy and you wont be in such a hurry.

I don't have a cat, and If I did I wouldn't wash it.