“STOPPED AT THE SCALE HOUSE” | Real Life Trucking - Episode

[@anthony1636]

Its times like this YOU have to learn " CHILL OUT ". What you cannot change, do not stress about.

[@TruckingTogether]

Yep. Agreed

[@buynsell365]

All that snow........it is SO BEAUTIFUL !!!! ........cold but beautiful. Keep it rolling guys.

[@WilliamJones-ru9xd]

Those mountains look so beautiful, but I wouldn't want to be driving in it.

[@kopenhagenkid]

Safe travels trucking Martin and Alice

[@williamozment8303]

Hey, Alice and Martin, be careful on the snowy roads, watch the other truck drivers that don’t slow down Glen Canyon was beautiful with the snow covered mountains. Y’all drive through some amazing country. I’m glad you put safety first stay safe out there. Love your videos.

[@30041946]

Alice. I used to be a "fan" of manual gear changing. Today the modern auto / manual selector that is / are available are very good and you can control the selection electronically which is a consideration factor when it comes to driver fatigue. Trust me when the age factor in inputted on long distance travelling in UK at my age (76) my ability to keep travelling is more relaxed .

[@jessgibson4790]

Hi Roger, like you I was pro manual until I started bumping into auto driving agency. Then I realized how much less strain played on me just from changing gears. You get so much less knackered with driving an auto. Retired now, but I don't even drive manual cars now, just don't see the point.

[@tomh9807]

The only thing what is annoying with the automated trucks in the US is that the lever is mounted at the steering column. That is causing fatigue more than anything else. The factor that you are in the UK I assume you have it in the right arm rest which you can swivel out of the way . Another problem here in the US is that manufacturers especially Eaton simply are not capable to find a proper shift speed . These trucks here shift too slow and at too low RPM in the full auto mode. The reason is allegedly to safe fuel but it really does not help in the mountains when I am forced to shift manually because otherwise i unnecessary loose power. Very bad is the new Freightliner which short of the top of a hill additionally cuts power and speed , so again i am forced to put my foot on the pedal to get over that hill. What crap engineering is that?

[@dodgerpage]

@@tomh9807 Hello Tom. First of all I now am 76 year "young" and I gave up UK HGV License 4 years ago as there was a time when you leave to the younger generation so my knowledge is somewhat not up to date. I spent my latter working years Testing Vehicles for Emissions Standards and Advance Fuels to see if they were as were "claimed to be by the product producer / supplier. Rule of thumb being that when you sat in a vehicle no matter what type if your hands and feet felt comfortable the fatigue factor was reduced considerably. You are I believe you are correct about the arm rest and for what manufactures perceive as the best position as the best layout and the ergonomics of their layout plus easy of manufacture. To my mind Paddle shifts are good as opposed to button pressing on the side of the stalk and you do not have to take your hands off the steering wheel but you still need to manually select the correct gear if required - so you have another selector to deal with and you need to be able to lock in that gear according the driving conditions. The problem is that we all drive different and the ECU is set for Fuel Economy and Vehicle Emissions on what they perceive the customer wants plus the power curve in the engine design. I know from experience in the UK Volvo took seriously Driver in put into design as were the "real" customer when a driver input was valued in purchase and preference. Today I have not idea to back that up if that is still true. I can well appreciate your frustration where you are climbing long hills and descending the same. It may be simplistic but the ECU can be programmed to multiple modes so why don't they do it in the USA just the same as adaptive cruise controls. OK so how - well you should be able to select say two other driving modes that are available to the driver where the programing allows you adapt to the terrain and load plus conditions. .e.g Holding on a higher RPM longer and a faster change shift. (Sport mode style) The other solution is to get your ECU Remapped as long as you keep your vehicle within that vehicle emissions certified limits!! Looks like Eaton need a rethink in more ways than one!! Well Tom that is the way I see it no doubt many other will not agree. Rog

[@tomh9807]

@@dodgerpage Good day to the UK. You wrote a lot which was not about the fatique so it is irrelevant. I drove all kinds of trucks in Germany since 89, have been regularly to truck fairs in order to stay updated with all kinds of new techniques and since 07 here in US and Canada. I understand your point with the stick (not pedal, not a race car) shifting at the right side of the steering column and one constantly has to move its arm back to the steering wheel in order to shift. And that's exactly my point where i think it is better and easier to rest the arm on the arm rest where the (european trucks) have the shifter. In the case of an emergency one simply pushes a button or moves the lever for shifting instantly and no need to move the arm up to the stick near the steering wheel loosing split seconds. These can make a difference. U know what i am saying? But the the thing here with the trucks and more with the truckers and those little differences in my opinion is lazyness in general. Little example is the still unsychronised clutching. And by the way the thing with fuel consumption is another topic what is branded into peoples mind. I mean i, too check frequently where it is a bit cheaper but when the tank is empty and i need to fuel i top it up, no matter what. As a driver here overseas i already have to watch so many things like regulations ec that i don't care where and when I fuel. I have a dedicated route of 3100 miles in 4.5 days, so it's usually the same spots where I fuel which is twice on the road and one more time back near my home terminal for the next trip. All the best to you and the UK and leave Harry and Meagan alone. 🤣✌️👍

[@bigolgoose9239]

Hey Alice & Martin: We just love your videos! The scenery is amazing and your attention to detail about trucking life is so insightful. Keep up the great work!

[@TruckingTogether]

Thanks goose.

[@kennethives2517]

I love the way you put the road sign in the corner of your video, it makes it easier to follow along! Even thou you're running the same point A to point B you don't always take the same route.

[@kopenhagenkid]

Beautiful scenery on your drive Martin and Alice

[@joep1698]

Good Morning! Thanks for another great video. Safe Travels.

[@kopenhagenkid]

Great video Martin and Alice

[@darcyjane1704]

I loved the soundtrack on this one. And I'm with you Alice, cold drinks should be super cold.

[@danhalpert2284]

Great winter scenery, amazing cinematography and the music brings it all together. Well done. Happy holidays to you all.

[@darylthisdelle7702]

Winter will always show who’s who in trucking. Is safety first or it’s all about them. Ditches and medians are a great place for those guys to slide into. Martin great explanation on the difference between an automatic and a automated transmission. I drove Allison type transmissions years ago and hated them. Nice explanation on how to go in manual mode and how to manually go 19:15 down and up shift. Well guys or should I saw Over The Road Professional Pavement Pounders, you have a great and a safe day, happy trails and happy motoring.

[@TruckingTogether]

Stay safe as well Daryl.

[@williamconway1287]

When I saw the “It’s Snowing “ caption at about the 14 minute mark, I half expected to see “Oh Goodie “ after it . Keep on Truckin’ Together !

[@RichardBoulard]

Great video and narrative. I'm from Canada and I ran I-80 and I 70. Wyoming is a real treat and the hills. I ran an automatic in a 12 speed M-drive MP8 505 HP pulling a 5 axle grossing 139000 lbs in Northern Ontario. WE haul heavy up here and winter is a challenge. The automatic is nice but takes gettting used to and 4 wheel lock is an option you need. Take cane and be safe out there. '

[@francisgallozzi2595]

Beautiful scenery and sky.

[@donnakuykendall5402]

Wow ! Awesome scenery with all that snow . Its fun to watch it on a video and let you do the driving. Me ??? Nope. I could not be on the road in that mess. Glad you two are level headed awesome drivers !

[@TruckingTogether]

Gotta do the man’s job if you want the man’s money lol

[@raymondbradley6788]

Hey, you too be careful later in the week. Thursday nights low in Austin is -17°. I can only imagine what it’s like in your lane. Supposed to be below freezing here all the way through Monday. Luckily, no precipitation though.

[@TruckingTogether]

not running our route this week, on a special mission. Currently -9 with wind chill right now

[@raymondbradley6788]

@@TruckingTogether That is a good thing. Just worried about you too out there. I know it’s cold where you go but when it’s that cold down here it’s gotta be brutal up there. God bless and you guys have a merry Christmas. Give the truck a rest🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@mikecook5749]

I always try to convey how much I truly enjoy your videos. I hope that is not lost in my sarcasm. Can't wait till your next video

[@TruckingTogether]

Not at all Mike. We appreciate it!

[@Pizzaman9843156]

I went from a kw t680 13 speed to a mack anthem with the i-shift and I like it. It shifts so smooth, I do miss my 14 speed but for an auto shift this is awesome. Does pretty good on ice and snow better than I was expecting. Thanks for the great scenery Glenwood canyon was awesome.

[@TruckingTogether]

You’re welcome. Yeah that’s a Volvo ishift. They’re the crispest out of all the autos.

[@Skullitor]

I really like your video style. The scenery on I-70 in Colorado is beautiful.

[@Azztek1]

When I was driving I remember winding through the bottom of Glen Canyon around the pillars for the elevated freeway that you guys travel on today. The old road was 2 lane in places and in winter it was very treacherous.

[@TruckingTogether]

It’s till crappy because it’s elevated, freezes easily.

[@raymondbradley6788]

Alice, you’re just like my wife. She won’t drink water without ice cubes in it I don’t get that. I can have a bottle of water sitting outside in the winter at 30° and she still says it needs ice. I don’t understand all that.😂😂😂

[@denisryle6410]

This has be a very snowy year . Snow and Glenwood canyon are a Bad Mix Today’s trucks are about fuel mileage now . I started trucking in the 70’s I learned on twin stick Macks and Fords Shifting just raised the bar when trying to qualify to be a truck driver. Enjoy the videos stay safe ✌️

[@JohnWaid6Plus]

Love that view thru Colorado thanks for the awesome ride along

[@southwestiowacattlefeeding6720]

We always keep a Porta potty and all the trucks they are not that much of a pain to keep clean.

[@robertclubs9908]

My uncle was a Trucker all his life . Long hauler.

[@phochmann8376]

really do enjoy that music

[@sparksalot4950]

Nice safe day on the road with all the hazards available if one needs to boost the heart rate quickly !

[@terryperrott8567]

Another great video, that's right, this time of year you go down a hill a little to fast it may be your last trip.Any load noth worth loosen your life over.

[@Jesse-le9bh]

Thanks for another good one. Beautiful country. Hope y’all have a Blessed Christmas.

[@TruckingTogether]

Thanks Jesse. Merry Christmas

[@LT.X380]

Another great video today. It's ok with me if you roll out some more of that good Blues music. Be safe on those dangerous roads. God bless you both. 🙏🙏🙏 ( OH yes, I hope you are feeling better today. )

[@TruckingTogether]

She’s doing good now Lynn. Thanks and god bless

[@patrickorourke152]

Wow the manners of some people US Express taking his break in front of you like that blocking you in like hello that’s crazy loving your videos

[@brianjennings9484]

Hey you guys are the best 👌 love you guys keep up the good work Alice and Mr Martin

[@mitchellis6221]

I love you I love your music you listen to when you're you know sometimes when you plan the music makes my day

[@TruckingTogether]

❤️ thanks Mitch.

[@charlesbrown6925]

Good day from Maine. My hat is off to you guys. I love your route as it is so scenic(I70,&6), but, I don't think I could do it as a trucker. White knuckles and yellow glasses. Alice you seem much better,( over the cold). Big thanks for the highly informative information about the automatic trans. I was under the impression that if you were heavy that it might force you into another higher gear. I understand it now a grat deal better. Stay safe.

[@TruckingTogether]

Thanks Charles. Yes alice is doing better. Stay safe.

[@raymondbradley6788]

I think it’s an ice fetish😂😂😂👍👍👍

[@larrylehman751]

That was very well documented ad you photograph well

[@theamerican7131]

peace, mar10 and alice

[@williamtuton6178]

Hey guys I love the automatic transmission in the mountains Loved it but to say Truck drivers are the back bone too this country with our truckers there would be totally havoc more power to you all

[@Dodis_Page]

Be Safe Guys! You’re in my Rockies I Love those mountains I knew exactly where you filmed your vid That’s where I learned how to drive 30 years ago I lived in Colorado for almost 30 years. Trust me, you’ll be sooo happy to finally see the California line I remember those days Good video Love You Both ✨♥️♥️✨

[@TruckingTogether]

Thank you Edgewood. Glad we can bring some memories back. Stay safe out there.

[@phillipcleveland5207]

I just love the references to the airplane movies that Martin has said in a couple of videos. Classic!

[@TruckingTogether]

Best movie ever!

[@adamdeutchman138]

My KW 990L has a true automatic (allison)...and its a true heavy haul truck

[@TruckingTogether]

Do you have deep reduction hubs too? I see they like them for slow speed off road type stuff.

[@adamdeutchman138]

@@TruckingTogether not that i know of.. But i can lock all axles together or individual.. But with the 600 cummins in front of it... It pulls 150k - 200k like nothing

[@charlieober388]

I like two thumbs up and no hands in the steering wheel when the truck is moving

[@augustusshook2881]

Love your videos. No better job in the world. I loved trucking back in the day but had to give it up due to cancer. I sure miss it. I love the view rhru the windshield. God Bless you guys. Your video blessed my day. Merry Christmas and be safe out there.

[@TruckingTogether]

Sorry to hear, hope you’re doing better now Augustus. Merry Christmas

[@mmirl9859]

It's amazing. I live in Michigan, Ohio and Wisconsin and never get stopped for snow. Unless accident Never seen a detour or nothing

[@TruckingTogether]

It’s different in the mountains, we’re almost at 11,000 feet above sea level in Colorado.

[@mmirl9859]

@Trucking Together your 100% right. We are aboit as flat as a pancake. Keep on truckin!

[@louieysursa5996]

Looking great Alice, all that healthy eating is working out.

[@francisgallozzi2595]

As a team highway driver, I prefer driving an automatic truck with cruise control in conjunction with engine braking. But I miss the manual transmission for acceleration and backing, since I have more control.

[@georgejungle2255]

Yeah don’t check the weather… Be surprised… Great advice

[@TruckingTogether]

I like surprises.. also Martin tells me it daily at the start of my shift

[@Grebig]

I love the scenery out in the west. I'm hoping to get out there to see it for myself someday... great video, stay safe, and have a good one.

[@colinbarnes5850]

Hi guys another top video full of content and well informed all the best stay safe out there and keep on trucking from 🇬🇧

[@DaddyyCrab]

Trucking with Schmidt sent me over. Looks like a good channel. 😎

[@TruckingTogether]

Welcome! Thanks for checking us out.

[@DaddyyCrab]

@@TruckingTogether enjoying it! 🦀

[@michaelrocker9000]

Busted huh? What happened to Drivewyze? Alice you sounded like you were back to your chipper self. I take it you kicked the bug. At the 4:00 mark it looked like the SUV on the left was going to rear end the pickup. An other video with a freight train..Just glad you didn't have to go potty when you were sitting in traffic on I-70. When you were talking about the transmission I have a DCT in my car. It's a 6 speed. Some of the buses I used to drive had the Aztronics ZF 10 & 12 speed electronic/manual transmission. There were times when doing multi bus road trips the ZF was getting better MPG than the buses with the Allison 500 6 speed automatics. You guys stay safe out there. Don't forget to crank Fancy Hawk up to keep his batteries and juices flowing. Love you guys Bracing for the cold.here. It got to 18* here last night. Who knows what the WCF was.

[@TruckingTogether]

i accidentally had my drivewyze still on Fancy’s profile so we been getting pulled in and I couldn’t figure out why 😂 new phone so the app defaulted back to Fancy I guess - fixed now back to Tiny

[@tammynewport5655]

You two are so sweet love watching y’all videos

[@bnelson313braveheart]

Stay safe y’all!!!

[@alswearengen0000]

I've never driven an Automated. I understand it a little better now.

[@Al_Nunnery]

Hello Hey Hi and Howdy Yall....

[@davidwolstenholme4676]

at least he keeps his eyes on the road when talking and driving.

[@daryn_Canada_1066]

In the winter the scenery is amazing. It's great to see you both put safety in front of everything. I think you had new music in this video, don't know what the time was in the video but it went well with the drive. Great explanation of the transmission. How do you find the seats in Tiny if you compare them to the chairs in Fancy? The chairs in Tiny seem to have a higher back? Cheers

[@TruckingTogether]

Yes they’re higher, both comfortable. Tiny might be a bit better since they’re not aftermarket.

[@daryn_Canada_1066]

@@TruckingTogether Thanks 😀

[@davidanddiana7173]

Cool stuff man 👍

[@mutt1256]

Y'all be careful with the weather coming especially in the mountains.

[@TruckingTogether]

We’re “home” this week. But currently in Nebraska west bound. We should beat the arctic blast before it hits the middle of the country.

[@brandonmezzell4921]

Everyone is allowed their preference, but I definitely prefer automatic. I had manual for a while and auto is just so much easier.

[@TruckingTogether]

Definitely makes you less tired.

[@troy9834]

Nice banjo music )

[@normanmurphy4060]

I like watching your videos. You both be safe out there and have a Merry Christmas

[@TruckingTogether]

Thanks Norman. Merry Christmas

[@2aamerica867]

yep, that`s right........ MUSTANG LIFE !!!!!🥰

[@richardpelley430]

I just subscribed to your channel I really enjoy it and you guys are awesome just be safe out there

[@CVS819]

Oh one more thing , if I see your truck in the docks , and your load is a Live Load , I got you guy. I'll unload you guys off within 25min top. And have you guys out in no time 🤙🏽

[@talltrucker2682]

I think I’d have to follow Velox, pick up my roots and transfer to Tennessee, run Atlanta to El Paso, Chicago to New Orleans, I couldn’t deal with all that west coast stress this time of the year lol

[@TruckingTogether]

I would pick up and move to the Midwest, not sure if I could do Tennessee

[@curiousgeorge5992]

You're in for some fun if you're stopped on a incli'm and your tires are warm and melting a nice glass patch to slip on when you try to move forward again🙄 Hope you have a bag of the purple crystals with you to at least get yourself a momentum making ramp

[@TruckingTogether]

Never had a problem, usually dumping the bags and locking the power divider in and we’re off. If it got to that point I’d quickly throw chains.

[@michaelkuhns416]

Looks like your horse necklace is made by Jeni at Greenbrier resort in Lewisburg WV.

[@richardwells9738]

I use to drive a 2004 Mack with a 10 speed automatic with a clutch.It was fine when it worked but seldom worked properly.lol

[@TruckingTogether]

I hear ya.

[@Dinoxt12]

Keep those fuel tanks full on that route no place to run low in one of those traffic jams...for sure. Brrrr out there.

[@TruckingTogether]

With this new truck we hardly ever have to worry, it has plenty of range.

[@jimsiran9652]

Hi guys ! I got same Cobra cb as you guys have. I need a new mic for it, and was wondering what you have brand wise..

[@TruckingTogether]

it’s an Astatic brand

[@stevejoramo8013]

Glenwood Canyon reduced speed for trucks is year around. I was amazed how many trucks passed me in the reduced zone. Hiring drivers is easier if you go through an employment agency, That way they are responsible for workman's comp, etc, and you personally have no liability. I would try to hire out of Nevada, not California.

[@TruckingTogether]

Can’t. Because we’re in California, and we have to pay workman’s comp. Which with ceva is nice because they provide it and it’s not much $. Hard to find someone from Nevada that wants to commute that for for work.

[@davidmooremoore1918]

Scott bim me up. Are you making light go crazy

[@rickylong2768]

Alice u should go into sales of trucks. I bet u would sell the crap out of them cause u talk about the main parts. Love the videos

[@markescartin1915]

Trucks AND Trucking has evolved enormously in the last thirty years. I had a relative who drove for a living and TEAM driving was still considered a novelty! They had a Kenworth with a manual. In those days you had to teach the truck who was the boss. Today's trucks are a lot more women friendly because women are an integral part of the trucking scene. The cab designs are surely based on the input of women and the interiors are NOT as garish!

[@ole-magnusbendiktsen4711]

Volvo i-shift is a real automatic gearbox, For semi. Just fore info. Happy holidays 🥳

[@TruckingTogether]

It’s a decent trans. Happy new year.

[@rodneydonahue]

Y'all be careful out there

[@richardsilva3915]

I'm retired truck driver and I did the same run up and down these highway right here during the winter whatever for 12 years I tell you I don't miss it not now you guys be safe out there.

[@TruckingTogether]

Richard, I love it. Wouldn’t trade it for the world.

[@jamestroy9625]

I tried the automatic, nope, will never do it again. My trucking days are about done. Be retiring very shortly anyway.

[@TruckingTogether]

They’re not for everyone.

[@robertallen3133]

Great video

[@DCU963]

Drama on I-70 stay tuned!

[@davidw8727]

I love my water really cold too; I can't drink luke warm water.

[@stevesykes7431]

I'm watching on KZbin this video. I want to tell you that I like fantasy better. My uncle is driving a 2000; frieghtliner classic with a 144 inch sleepe studio. He got divorced and had this truck built. This is his home on the road.

[@tomh9807]

I LMAO how you explain the automatic transmission. Like a little kid which experience its first Christmas. For you americans a lot of things really must be not from this world because you are still 20 to 25 years behind with lots of truck technique. My first automated truck transmission I already drove in the 80's. Safe travels you guys.🤣🤣👍

[@TruckingTogether]

We don’t take kindly to technology here. Tried and true is where it’s at. Lol

[@tomh9807]

@@TruckingTogether Yes I see that on a daily basis. Training and knowledge a lot of times is missing, too. No chrome and all the crap is good when a driver does not know not to turn the foglights on when there is no fog. They honestly believe these are daylight driving lights. And always drive with your lights on, no matter the weather conditions. Just two of those things where it starts and one should know I order to really drive its truck. Be safe put there.

[@scottfarnum8714]

PS Little Wolf wants a ceva hat

[@lwrefrigeratedexpress5698]

Happens every day

[@kennysmith1840]

They just wanted to check you out Alice

[@TruckingTogether]

Who wouldn’t lol.

[@LocdnlogistixMisha2023]

Lol they know us ladies bring the potties lol

[@3177288]

The Detroit automated transmission can be converted to a manual, or so I was told.

[@TruckingTogether]

It can’t. Neither can the ishift.

[@truckinfool3550]

That one camera angle sure shows that grimy gear shift stalk, lol…

[@TruckingTogether]

🌚🌚 sure does.

[@ItzzOzzyy]

Just got my unrestricted class A cdl, how much experience would I need to drive for you two

[@TruckingTogether]

Ceva requires 6 months. Congratulations! That’s an accomplishment!

[@danielyoder3396]

Saw a CEVA 🚛 in Kansas City Mo.

[@TruckingTogether]

They’re everywhere.

[@richardnewman5981]

Alice, can you have Martin explain the engine retarder on Tiny? Fancy has Jake's, but with the "Automated " Trans on Tiny it has to be different. Thanks, Richard.

[@TruckingTogether]

It’s the same. Cummins uses a engine brake aka Jake brake.

[@richardnewman5981]

Thanks Alice. I thought it might be different. Safe travels and Merry Christmas to you and your family.

[@ReconMW]

Was that a Dixxon I saw?? JCT?

[@TruckingTogether]

yes!! love our Dixxons

[@Jc50gt]

does your lower back and ass hurt sitting and driving for so many hours? how do you guys deal with it? do you have persistent back pain from the sitting?

[@TruckingTogether]

No, sometimes if the seat sucks. But eventually you just get used to it.

[@tonyjackson4382]

Hey just subscribed to your channel, Love your truck looks really good. I watched one of your video and you wanted a name for your rig, How about "Perseverance Freedom" Or just "Perseverance" Something you both commit to everyday day. Let me know your thoughts wish You all the best be safe out there Happy trucking.

[@TruckingTogether]

Which truck?

[@WagnerTrucking]

Just tuning into the channel. Why don’t you guys drive the w9?

[@TruckingTogether]

oh we will be! if you watch the video Spilling The Beans we explain why we are running this truck right now