Muckaway Eats His Hat

UK PROFESSIONAL DRIVERS FORUMS THE UK PROFESSIONAL DRIVERS FORUM (INTERACTIVE)
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I had to drive an 11plate Daf CF auto today after my Foden went sick with an electrical fault; Now pass the salt and pepper please as I’m now eating my hat because I was very impressed with it. :blush: Once I stopped looking for the clutch and gearstick I found it a nice relaxing drive (after getting used to the delay when moving off). I had a lazy day in addition as said Daf also has an automatic tailgate…I might even be persuaded to give up the Foden when new motors turn up :open_mouth:

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Wait till you get your hands on a Volvo i-shift.

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Auto is my fave. It makes your day nicer.

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As you know Muckaway i drive a 61 plate Daf auto its a good motor nice to drive comfy etc etc.But if you ever get the chance try the Volvo I-Shift prepare to have your eyes well and truley opened :smiley:

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aranger:
Wait till you get your hands on a Volvo i-shift.

That’s what I thought. I know autos are a bit slower on the get go but if you’re a relaxed driver it’s no problem.

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You’ll find that you become more relaxed. I shoulda had one before clumping that taxi driver! :blush:

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Muckaway:

aranger:
Wait till you get your hands on a Volvo i-shift.

That’s what I thought. I know autos are a bit slower on the get go but if you’re a relaxed driver it’s no problem.

Thats why Volvo`s are good, no delay.

Used to hate Autos due to trying a Daf years ago but the i-shift is a pleasure to drive, spare hand for your mobile and rolling a ■■■ as well. :laughing:

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Join theclub Muckaway, I was sceptical for about the first 15 mins then loved it! Renault box which Im told is same as I shift ?

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there are a few new renault tippers running in lafarge colours around malton, not sure what box setup they have but one came past me like i was sat still and tbh i was touching 50,

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Muckaway:
I had to drive an 11plate Daf CF auto today after my Foden went sick with an electrical fault; Now pass the salt and pepper please as I’m now eating my hat because I was very impressed with it. :blush: Once I stopped looking for the clutch and gearstick I found it a nice relaxing drive (after getting used to the delay when moving off). I had a lazy day in addition as said Daf also has an automatic tailgate…I might even be persuaded to give up the Foden when new motors turn up :open_mouth:

Does that mean that your Foden gets a Place at “TNuk Vacancy offered” ?

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dle1uk:
there are a few new renault tippers running in lafarge colours around malton, not sure what box setup they have but one came past me like i was sat still and tbh i was touching 50,

We have a 4month old 8 legger Renault auto I wouldnt say it was any faster to drive , just easier

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I’m driving an fm 8 wheeler with I shift and IMO that is the Tipper chasis to beat at the moment.

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Immigrant:

Muckaway:
I had to drive an 11plate Daf CF auto today after my Foden went sick with an electrical fault; Now pass the salt and pepper please as I’m now eating my hat because I was very impressed with it. :blush: Once I stopped looking for the clutch and gearstick I found it a nice relaxing drive (after getting used to the delay when moving off). I had a lazy day in addition as said Daf also has an automatic tailgate…I might even be persuaded to give up the Foden when new motors turn up :open_mouth:

Does that mean that your Foden gets a Place at “TNuk Vacancy offered” ?

Depends on whether a retired driver on our 03 reg gets the new one. It used to be once retired you didn’t new motors incase you decided to retire permanently or license was refused at renewal. I doubt our firm can refuse someone a new lorry on age grounds; they’d probably have to have a fake reason like I’ve been there longer.