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Chapter 03

Backing & Tandem Control

Slide your tandems, manage tail-swing, and back into the tightest dock without a spotter.

Summary

What you'll learn

  • Slide tandems to balance your axle weights.
  • Know your bridge laws before you cross the line.
  • Watch your tail-swing in tight turns.
  • Set up wide for a blindside back. Pull up if needed.
  • G.O.A.L. — Get Out And Look. No exceptions.
Watch

From the road

Backing into a dock — slow, deliberate, and always G.O.A.L.

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