Escort vehicles
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greg334
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I was told that they are there to alert other drivers, to assist the driver and take up space in the lane while I am trying to pass. (the last one really isn't an official purpose but it feels that way sometimes).
Also I know with over height objects, there is a height pole that is used that travels ahead of the truck to prevent the load from hitting a bridge or what ever. I worked with a guy who did the routing for these loads and the horror stories he told me made me wonder who would want the job.
Also I know with over height objects, there is a height pole that is used that travels ahead of the truck to prevent the load from hitting a bridge or what ever. I worked with a guy who did the routing for these loads and the horror stories he told me made me wonder who would want the job.
The rear vehicle is to alert the driver with the load that a vehicle is approaching to possibly pass. With this alert, the driver can watch that a vehicle doesn't get on the side of them in a tight area. Primarily for bridges and construction.
Davekc
owner
22 years
PantherII
EO moderator
Davekc
owner
22 years
PantherII
EO moderator
I believe their primary purpose is to legitimize a higher charge for the shipping.
Leo Bricker, 73's K5LDB, OOIDA 677319
Owner, Panther trucks 5507, 5508, 5509
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Support the entire Constitution, not just the parts you like.
Leo Bricker, 73's K5LDB, OOIDA 677319
Owner, Panther trucks 5507, 5508, 5509
Highway Watch Participant, Truckerbuddy
EO Forum Moderator
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Support the entire Constitution, not just the parts you like.
They're there for safety as well, a common thing that happens with mobile home moves is trailer axles break and/or trailer tires blow out. The guys in back are there to alert the tractor trailer drivers of passing vehicles as well as potential problems, including but not limited to: interior fixtures coming loose and hitting the roadway, plastic coverings coming off the load, the load shifting, and any trailer issues. One of the escort vehicles also may or may not be carrying tools/supplies needed for the load and/or to deliver and set up the load. You'll also notice that all escort vehicles have some kind of flashing amber lights to warn motorists as well. if you blew a tire (or had some other mechanical mishap of any kind) on a trailer carrying a wide water tank or mobile home, that amber light is to warn other motorists to use caution and the escort vehicles are there to help assist the truck driver (and sometimes tow truck driver) with getting the vehicles on and off the road way to safety. The lead car also goes ahead in truckstops and towns to alert the driver of tight turns, obstacles (like curbs, signs, posts, and parked vehicles and more), and view parking area's for the rig. You'll typically notice wide/oversize loads moving toward the center of the road during curves and turns to prevent people from passing them in tight area's... or area's that could potentially become tight areas. They don't do that just for their safety, they do it for the safety of other motorists as well.
I used to live in Ocala, FL where they have 3 mobile home manufacturers. Other things, you'll notice some oversize loads can't go into just any area... due to an issue of ground clearence - so the escort drivers are watching for that as well. They get on our nerves from time to time, but have alot more to do than most think. I get on the CB and try to alert them when exactly I'm passing so the driver of the rig can anticipate me coming and drive accordingly.
You do Not want to surprise Any oversize load driver.
That's all, BBB
I used to live in Ocala, FL where they have 3 mobile home manufacturers. Other things, you'll notice some oversize loads can't go into just any area... due to an issue of ground clearence - so the escort drivers are watching for that as well. They get on our nerves from time to time, but have alot more to do than most think. I get on the CB and try to alert them when exactly I'm passing so the driver of the rig can anticipate me coming and drive accordingly.
You do Not want to surprise Any oversize load driver.
That's all, BBB
Thanks for the info-they've never "gotten on my nerves", I was just wondering. And I know BBB is right: surprising any driver is bad, and surprising a t/t driver is really bad, but surprising an oversize load driver is really, really bad! I imagine they're darn near blind, with the mirrors blocked by the load...
Colonel, I mentioned "getting on my nerves" because BBB said that they sometimes do. And if I require a blinking light to point out that something's happening ahead, I'm not paying attention, and probably ought to get off the road till I can.
Is it your goal here on EO to make people wish they'd kept their opinions to themselves, or what? I ask because your posts often indicate contempt for the thoughts expressed, which surely discourages people from opening their mouths. Even if you think that's a good thing, this is an open forum, and as long as they can express themselves with civility, they deserve to be heard. IMHO.
Is it your goal here on EO to make people wish they'd kept their opinions to themselves, or what? I ask because your posts often indicate contempt for the thoughts expressed, which surely discourages people from opening their mouths. Even if you think that's a good thing, this is an open forum, and as long as they can express themselves with civility, they deserve to be heard. IMHO.
Doggie Daddy
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AWWW cheri,he can't help it if he's crabby all the time.It's just that someone is always s***'n in his wheaties on a daily basis.