CDL Training: Offset Back Maneuver
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- Katlaw shows you how to properly perform the offset back maneuver in a semi tractor trailer in this step-by-step tutorial. Prepare for your CDL Skills Test by utilizing these best practice methods for the offset back maneuver. This CDL training video breaks down each portion of the offset back maneuver using proper terminology.
Katlaw Truck Driving School provides complete truck driver training. Our CDL training programs are designed to get you trained, licensed and safely behind the wheel as quickly as possible so you can begin your new career. Katlaw has provided quality CDL training since 1998. If you have questions, please visit our website at Katlaw.com or call our office at 877-252-8529. Katlaw is located in Austell, Georgia.
I was one of the WORST students in my C.D.L. school. That was approx 2 years ago. Today, I am one of the better drivers on my fleet as far as backing up.
If your not doing too good in school, dont worry. Just keep practicing. I was a nervous wreck and thought it was impossible to reverse one of these "Monsters with a tail"! TODAY I am more comfortable in a truck then my own car! YOU ALL WILL GET IT IF YOU KEEP PRACTICING AND DONT GIVE UP, I PROMISE!!!! PEACE✌️
@poppa slim No Prob man!
Thanks bro
I’m struggling as I type with the offset backing
God bless you
Man
Hello im coming up on 2 years with my CDL A just stopping by to let you guys know to keep going keep strong you will succeed and have a nice rewarding career god bless.
Thanks so much! I'm testing tomorrow and I'm LITERALLY streesing myself out about the offset! Thank God we get 2 free pull ups d
@@chantelleb70 listen your going to do perfectly fine dont ever stop beileveing in yourself YOU GOT THIS !! Of set heres a tip dont turn the steering wheel to much on your turn of the trailer you should be fine please update me
I guess 3's a #CHARM! I PASS ALL THREE PARTS ON June 20th! 🙌🏿💯✔
@@chantelleb70 CONGRATZ !!!!!Welcome to the team Driver do you know who your going with ?
Thsnks brother
There are very few instructors who actually take time teaching students
Facts
I really agree with you
Got my CDL son December 16 I remember watching this video and other videos being frustrated that I couldn’t get it. Trust me if I can do it anybody can do it you just have to keep practicing over and over. good luck to you all👌🏿
This how I feel right now. I’m about ready to quit this school. This backing is driving me crazy
@@thatssonikki626 I feel you there. I'm currently to this backing maneuver in truck driver school and feel like I'm never going to get it. But I'm going to continue trying tho because I'm determined
I'm in the same boat I get so frustrated doing this one... 😤
I'm in school now and frustrated 😞 not steering correctly
@@thatssonikki626 I was doing straight back for three straight days I almost cried because I couldn’t get it and one of the instructors showed me and it finally clicked
Was struggling with offset for a while. But I just passed my test. My best advice would be to set yourself right, pull back out so you can just do a straight back.
And if you’re struggling with it, believe me…you ain’t the only one. I thought some was wrong with me, I just couldn’t process it lol Keep trying, you gonna pass!
Yo I needed this fr thanks
I'm in this position now I'm ready to go
Sh!ts rough I started this morning after finally getting my confidence with straight backs I wanted to take my time build it up felt left behind, some folks left/quit, instructors with no patience straight rough..I love the challenge
Great point! My biggest problem is the 90 degree😩 and I test next week
I test in 2 hours.😬
I just started my class this week and today was my first time ever driving it was exciting and nervous. Life is an adventure and experiences I hope to all that are in a CDL course that we all pass. 💪
Thanks
Congratulations on getting your CDL
thanks
Just received my CDL,a week ago, this video was a huge help ! my instructors sucked and were not patient
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Yeah man, I'm switching classes to a new instructor. This dude's first time teaching. Confusing us with three different strats. Frustrating as hell.
@@cjclark3687 when you test bro?
@@gunnerd686 Not until July. Switched from weekends with the shitty instructor to daily classes with a better one. But not until end of June, mid-July.
I got that same problem Idk why they’re paid to teach someone but don’t want to teach
Adding to everyone else’s stories… There are so many different mental approaches to this maneuver and I think that adds to the initial difficulty. Each of our instructors has a different way of teaching it. From simple directions “left, right, straight” to using landing gear/frame rails as reference, number of turns, turn all the way, number of seconds to hold the turn… I would have one bad day where instructors needed to intervene to help me, followed by a day where I was doing it perfectly, followed by another bad day. There is truth to each method, you just have to make it work for you. Ultimately, it’s all about practice and understanding how steering wheel movements translate to what the trailer does. If you’re struggling and your instructors aren’t helping, use CZcams to find a method that works for you and it’ll start to make sense. Also, I cannot understate how important it is to set up your mirrors properly. I consider myself fairly competent at offset now. Friday, however, I got a different truck where the passenger side mirror was not securely mounted and would tilt itself to the right. Despite knowing the maneuver, it was still a challenge to go into it half blindly and I messed up a few times. I’ve seen people storm out of their trucks, frustrated over not getting it, and give up their practice time. If you’re having a hard time, keep a cool head, breathe, maybe get out to take a break, even ask other students for pointers if your instructor isn’t making sense, but don’t quit.
Hi guys I passed the test in 2000 and was the only female in the class at Katlaw in Georgia and the hardest manuver was straight backing.I was so fusterated i almost cried and gave up but no way once I leerned that every little move you make on the steering wheel one way you have to take out the other way.So much diffetent then driving a car.It was like a danve move once you got the move down you just know it .Keep up the good work love yall.
Wow great. So what about the Katlaw training scool ? Are they acredited by Fedex so ? Tnx
TY, I am so struggling with backing maneuvers!!
@@windyglasgow4458 me too gal and I am supposed to be testing next week😢
Thanks ❤️ needed it.
My wife cried when she failed her CDL test also. I'm glad that she was able to calm down and focus on the basic skills! PRACTICE, PRACTICE, PRACTICE!!!!! ALLEN IVERSON WHAT WE TALKING ABOUT PRACTICE! 😂 My wife almost threw me out of the house on that one!
For anyone needing help do what I did. On the weekend I would rent a uhaul and a car trailer from them, got some cones found a empty parking lot and practiced until I understood. Yes these are bigger but doing this will help you get comfortable with turning and give you more confidence.. 70-80 bucks each weekend to make thousand in the future instead of going out is securing your future… good luck everybody.,
Got my first 3 classes done i was able to get the offset the first two tries, now im struggling with it pretty bad and seeing these comments are very calming
The one turn thing works!! It helped me pass my CDL test. Super simple. Put one turn in it and take the trailer to just about 45 degrees and then straighten out. You can then see both cones in your mirrors. Steer the other way till your close to the cones and then use your GOAL to get out and see where your at. Continue back putting the trailer in the entrance of cones . This is a good time to use your one pull up to straight out and back pretty much straight in.
Having some issue with this my instructor say turn all the way but it don't work for me. It's better to just turn once right not all the way?
@@latashaburrell313 Yes, turn the wheel 1 turn before you even start moving. Cranking it all the way to start is too much and is not necessary. Remember, the back end of the trailer will move in the same direction as the bottom of your steering wheel goes.
@@motorvaderlapstrake7238 thanks so much
The fixes in this video helped me fix everything I was doing wrong! Thank you! All I was getting from my instructor were vague hand motions to steer left, right, right, left, right, right, left and then shaking his head in exasperation while I ended up all over the flippin parking lot EXCEPT where I was supposed to! You just made it so simple for me and IT WORKS!!! THANK YOU!!!
Coming in from Goldsboro NC, I am in the CDL class now. This is easy said than done. But the more practice I get the better I become. I am looking forward on completion of this course!. And to all my ladies out there that's trying to get your CDL'S. Go for it you can do anything you set your mind to!!.
I'm from Winston Salem
I drove from High Point 45mins each way to attend school in Burlington. No regrets whatsoever. In Joplin, MO now doing orientation for CFI. If you're close enough I'd highly recommend them . czcams.com/video/BrBYb2wZW78/video.html. The news clip was made at the old location in Thomasville, new facility is great.
Were u at Wayne? I'm in the class at LCC in Kinston
@Shelby seago coble oh no, whats the problem?
@Shelby seago coble me today! We'll get this
I’m at CDL school right now for my class A. I go to school on weekends. This is the 4th week and today I finally got the hang of straight backing. They wanted to move me on to this in the video but I said after next weekend I will try this. Can’t wait until I finish school.
Currently in cdl school, I have been taught a couple ways to perform this. Best way that worked for me was to crank hard until the front corner of the trailer is about 1/4 into the catwalk area, then crank hard the opposite way until you see the center cone in your mirror and use that reference to guide it in. Use your pull ups and goal if you have to! My instructors say to always get the rear of the trailer into the box before using a pull up. Good luck everyone reading!
I'm in school now practicing offsets for about a week now. Its not hard but its easier said than done. Repetition is key
Where are you training? I'm training in CO
Yea the offset is kicking my ass right now, I passed pretrip though.
Same and it’s hard 😩😩
My test is tomorrow
@@firewwoza4613good luck brotha.
My concern is the school dont give us enough practice. It’s too crowded. 10 minutes a day to practice. Quit my job paid cash for course. Using saving to get through want to be done in 2 months. Way the school operates, I pray I meet my goal
Me too
Same struggles bro only difference is my school offer 20 mins a day… nightmare the drive is there but no assistance
I'm going through the same situation right now too many students at once not enough wheel time
Did You make it ?
@@Rasheeda-zz8hj Yes I finished in 5 months.
Passed my manuvers 12/15 last year. This video helped me greatly! Going to the left lookout right mirror. Going to the right lookout left mirror! Good luck to all! 😀
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Definitely better than what I was a week ago still haven't perfected it yet but that alley doc is absolutely killing me not even close
Got my license today, Thank you 🙏 you guys were way better than my instructor
Congratulation 🎊
@@simonmussie86 thank you 😊
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Im about to get my cdl license test in a week and all maneuvers (offset, parallel, alley dock) only made sense on my last week at school. Most of the time it was just all instinct, but someone explained it to me better and it all became second nature. It all boils down to your reference points. Cone and 5th axle distance, trailer angle, and most importantly trailer-tractor angle/position.
Oh, perfect. Recommended this to me AFTER I passed my test XP
The aerial view is very helpful for me to keep a big picture shape in my mind as I am doing these maneuvers. Thanks
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I I surf youtube looking for backing videos, I found this to be the best and most helpful!
Seeing the two cones in both mirrors really help make it easy thank u so much
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Just renewed my CDL’s after not driving for 2 yrs. I start tomorrow wit a company paying nice bc I’m already experienced... little do they kno I’m relearning all over again 😬... thankhs for this video.
Wow thanks for that. I'm the worst student in my class, I didn't pass my evaluation so my confidence was killed but I'm not going to give up. Thanks for the encouragement. Failure is not an option
How’d it go? And how’s it going?
Wow, it’s been 4 months since this post. I graduated my class with a( B) average , mastered my back up maneuver skills, landed a local job making 1300 a week. Been here for almost 3 months. Thanks to Katlaw 🎉🎉🎉 Best Decision I ever made.
@@Iam_Juelz sweet!! That’s great to hear 😁 thinking about getting mine. That’s cool you started local rather than OTR 🚛 may God bless you and keep you 💕 abide in the Vine, Jesus Christ, Juelz! Much love ❤️🔥
Everything about this school is perfect! I went here for my training and passed on the first time.
This help me to pass my maneuvers test in Tx.
The best video of learning park
Not as bad as I thought it be. Better as days go by. Only took me 30 yrs to get into truck driving. Best thing I’ve ever done!
Keep grinding you’ll get it...it takes reps just like sports the more reps you get the more everything starts to click
This video is soooo perfect 👌🏼 I did it soon as I saw this video thank you so much for this video now I can do offsets thanks to the creator of this video
But why this very low volume?
It has always been my dream to become the best truck driver so help me God
Thanks I passed on this and my 90s now I just have to pass the road test and I am good thanks so much u are a blessing thanks so much
Began working on these maneuvers today.....man talk about frustrating! But thank you so much for this video it really helps put things into perspective!
I was one of the WORST students in my C.D.L. school. That was approx 2 years ago. Today, I am one of the BEST drivers on my fleet. If your not doing too good in school, dont worry. Just keep practicing. I was a nervous wreck and thought it was impossible to reverse one of these "Monsters with a tail"! TODAY I am more comfortable in a truck then my own car! YOU WILL GET IT IF YOU KEEP PRACTICING AND DONT GIVE UP, I PROMISE!!!! PEACE✌️
@@R-BURQUENO Started backing today and thought the same thing. I'm a great driver in a car, but this seems so hard. Thanks for the words man.
@@R-BURQUENO thanks for the advice 🙏bro!
@@R-BURQUENO I needed this thank you! I’m having such a hard time. It’s overwhelming.
I'm taking my State Test tomorrow and these videos are great for refreshments, thank you!
Did you pass?
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Весь интернет перевернула. Самое умное видео! Огромное спасибо!
well illustrated and esoecially with showing the direction of the wheel while back up turning thx!
I’m practicing this at school now. I just competed straight backing last week
Hey truckers no need pull up remember when you start backing you must see one cone in each mirror back towards these cones you see and if you see one in let’s say driver side mirror and don’t see it in your passenger side do this it work every single time just turn one and a half towards the cone you can’t see and it will appear in your mirror then complete the maneuver from there no need to pull up
Thnx
When are you supposed to see both cones in mirrors?
Excellent Thanks
Thank you, I’ve been struggling with offsets and this has helped tremendously
Is this for offset backing?
Thank you Ali! Very helpful video. Thank you so much for being patience during the yard practice too!!
Thanks u so much,I watch this video all week and went to school Saturday on nail it , thanks again.
As the trailer STARTS to line up with the box turn the wheel away from the box. THIS is extremely important. All last week I was turning the wheel away from the lane when my trailer line up with the box. When this happens, by the time the tractor swings around and line up with the trailer, the straight line back is going to be almost impossible without a pull up because the trailer is going to either be on the inside line or outside of it. I could not understand this last week. It's all about timing. It clicked today and I nailed it!
I Test on Friday and I found this video just in time!! The overhead look and wheel turns help a lot
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I loved watching this video and I really believe it’s going to help me with backing.
I am so proud of you you are a great inspiration thank you
It was really a trill for me that I found this video when I needed my CDL the most 😞and I don’t know what I would have done if I didn’t see you guy’s talking about Stray Admin on the comment sessions, I was able to get my license through the recommendation and I got to admit I’m really happy 🙃🙃..
That’s great dear, how’d you get this Stray Admin, really want one at this moment..
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Actually in truck driving academy at the moment. Your explanation is very helpful.
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@@lanamarie3626 Hello Marie. I'm well. How about yourself?
This is a great video because you show what to do in case of not doing it perfect unlike most others 👌 good job
I am in a CDL school in NY now doing these basic skills. Great instruction. Professional style video. Thanks!
Update: I have failed the offset backing after about 19 hours of school training. My training in school was on one lane only.
At DMV test site they placed 2 lanes as seen in this video side by side which confused me. I will take the skills test again. I will keep this tip definetly. Passed the pretrip test.
Hi., I'm from Tunisia, can I train in you school?
If that confused you just wait until you get out here for real. Good luck driver!
That fukn sucks
@@SanDmaNTheFreakTrucker I drive bobtail box trucks... im ready for the 18 wheeler... im ready for money stacks high
Dj Mig I remember when I got into trucking with illusions of grandeur. Good luck to you!
I'm currently in trucking school. I have the straight back down packed currently working on my offset. I haven't did the alley dock yet but I'm determined to get my cdl no matter how long it take
I'm in the same boat. Currently on my 3rd day with offset. Best of luck!!
Me and u in the same boat today was my first day
@@dew8368 I missed all of last week bc I was on my cruise but this week coming up I should be ready to test July 1 hope u are doing well with your schooling
@@diggz1028 hope u are doing good bedt of luck
As an ex-trainer you don't know how many times I have heard that. You're good at straight backing "in school". Real world backing doesn't have cones and markers there for you to help.
This the best one I've watched. You not trying to be too hightech. Sinple and plane. Good Job!!!!
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I just tried learning offset today and I did terrible. So here I am.
My class is only 4 weeks and im stressed I won’t figure it out. Wish me luck.
You figure it out? I’m on the last week of my class still struggling
@@TheFiggy13 I take my test Thursday. I’ve gotten a lot better but it’s not consistent. Ima do my best tho:. I wish you luck on your journey,
@@octaviasamantha I take my test next Tuesday good luck to you too!
Monday will be my 2nd day offset backing. I did pretty well parallel parking. But offset is my weakness.
😭 I never done a parallel
Thank you so much for this it has helped me out so much wear I can pass this now thank you
Just gotta practice. Not hard, I got it down somewhat after a few tries. A tip is when you are gunna turn your wheel stop completely, this will save you space, and if you need to pull up don't just pull up a little, pullup a lot if needed and get the trailer and tractor straight, take your time it's not a race. XPO Logistics baby!
This is a fantastic video. I absolutely love you for for making it. Thanks 👍👍
Thank you 🙏🏻 I pass my road test today 🙏🏻👏🏻
Never had to do this on a test, but I'm sure it will come up later.
I have had to do this at a flour mill and an elevator just to get in to load (at the elevator) and to scale , then unload at the reciever.
Both the elevator and the mill were built in the 20's and were never updated beyond the 70's as far as getting big trucks and trailers in and out.
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This is insanely quiet. Idk how you even got the volume this low.
Yup to low in the volume
Yall really complaing about the volume? Lol turn your volume up. Problem Solved.
@@jfhisjwuIt is turned up, wiseguy. The volume is still low.
Awesome video
Thank you for the video, i love it!
ONE THING IVE REALIZED IS THAT NOT ALL.SCHOOLS HAVE THE SAME.DISTANCE FROM ALLYS TO FRONT BOUNDRY LINE
Awesome I'm in school and learning how to offset now I'm following your steps and see if it's works thanks
Did it work
Did it work
Yeah I’m currently with Covenident transportation. I have my CDL for over 1 year 2 months and this video did help me out tons.
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Great video
Very well explained.
Don’t worry, it’s not too hard. I took my CDL test, having never done this maneuver and had to do it on the test. Passed with no problems.
I dunno. It’s week 3 and I still can’t do it
@@PabloBridge like everything in life some got it others got to work, I struggled too and spent tens of hours and finally got it. I think part of it was being too stubborn to accept how the trailer actually behaves when backing...
Thanks. I’m not giving up!
The test was to easy for me I trained for about a year and passed with flying colors
Big boolin Im starting orientation Tuesday and i want to do the truck driving thing I’m scared nervous and I over think things man any tips for rookies going into cdl like I’m a good lister but I’m not so good with test taking
33 years of driving and I'm telling you it's not rocket science. Just remember to keep the trailer wheels about 10 inches from the near side cones as you push it back. The rest is all experience and getting the feel for timing when to follow the trailer. Easy peasy...
If I did anything for 33 years it would be easy peasy lol
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Been whipping this beast like caddillacs for 16yr..#TRUCKER4LIFE
This video gives me more confidence,I'm gonna do tomorrow this practice I wish I will do the same way inshallaah.
if you're a beginner and you want to know which direction you should turn the wheel, this is how I get it (I'm a beginner also), think in terms of the 'front of the container', if you want it (front of the container) to turn to the right then turn the wheel to the right, the opposite is true, once you can really control the front of the container it's easier to fit the end of the container in the right place knowing that the end of the container moves at opposite direction of the front, I strongly suggest to try on 'truck simulator' games it's so realistic and challenge your self (and my self of course).
@hello Adoola how are you doing?
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i almost can't hear anything
I thought it was my phone??
He has other videos that are quiet also, but this is the most quiet by far.
Didn't even know there was audio
Are you deaf
@@AutoCulture773 having a bad day there champ?
Fantastic guide… thanks
I’m struggling so bad with the offset.. this was very helpful
Thank You
Man this is killing me at school sometimes I can do it most times I can’t it’s killing my confidence 🤣
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I've been driving 2 years now and I've never once had to do an offset back if a company has you pull into a different dock it's not necessarily going to be the one right next to you
Man this video is great!!!! Thanks for showing us how to fix our set up if it’s wrong
Some sound would be great. Moving on
I just started school today, and i couldn’t do it, i was so Frustrated .. Need to Practice, Practice..!
Theoneandonly I actually just started my first week in the yard too. It’s not as easy as it looks. I’ll get it tho
Vaughn Crawford Jr. good luck man, Hopefully we Pass lol...
I had the hardest time on the yard with this when I got to the test yesterday I failed from too many points pulling up
Now I have to practice everyday til I can test again Tuesday 🤦🏽♀️
Dionne Smith i have my test this Sunday 6/23 Hopefully I pass.. I’ve been getting better at the maneuvers
@@tkn24s did you pass?
I’ve started doing off- set backing a week ago for couple hours a day! I’m still struggling!! I wasn’t looking on the right side when I turn one O’clock! let me try this trick and see if that’s going to help! 🙏
V helpful for all new and experienced drivers.....
Which type of help..?
@@aamirhayat434 please watch the video 15 times then might chance you will have something to understand.
I was frustrated that I couldn't do it alone. One week I couldn't do this parallel . I always need a guide. Those trucks are so rustic inside that I cant change the clutches. And I'm used to driving a manual car. I warned you that I'll only get it with practice. Unfortunately, I still don't have a truck to practice on my own in my time. One Day !
When I did my get out and look. I looked at the back of my trailer shook my head and left to go find another job.
😂😂😂😂😂 good one
Ha ha ha ha i felt the exact same way!!!!!
@Keith Smash i said screw this and im taking baby steps and getting my class b
Class B is a truck over 26,001 lbs. Non combination truck. For instance a bus, cement truck and stuff
@Keith The Faith i got my class A but with an automatic truck a lot easier. However i do have a restriction on my license.
Good videos, but why is the volume so low on all of them?
Not low on my phone at all
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Very low volume on my phone as well.
Stfu
It’s not low it’s supper low
Flawless.thank you.
The vid very simple and clear...i hit the button for you and keep up to make another vid please
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I'm professional driver experience 9 year and ilove havey driveng
Will this same technique work on a 28ft trailer??
I'm learning this on a 28ft trailer , and the instructor has taught us the same technique
Nice job👌👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
I'm struggling with this offset backing myself. I just asking that everyone on here send a prayer up for me praying I pass this! Thanks In Advance My Friends!
You got it, I pointed out on mines yesterday listening to my school I’m going to follow this next time
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This is exactly how to do an off-set backing but why his volume is low
I have been driving for 33 years and never encountered the need to do this.
It’s required to pass your CDL test now.
@@hogleg8103 Exactly! I take my skills test tomorrow!
Tests created and proctored by people who never drove a truck
I hear the same thing from a lot of drivers. Reason given by DPS is that it gives the examiner the opportunity to see how well you can maneuver a truck when backing.
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Birds eye offers advantageous learning vs ground level. Nice perspective
That's a great 👍🏾 video I liked it
Volume is so quiet :(
Great video, but the audio is way too low.
Jatin
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I’m Trying Hard To Get My CDL I Will Continue Watching These Videos
Good 2 know, appreciate that
My Problem is I Oversteer to correct!! I see it’s not needed!!
My problem exactly
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