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20 something driver said she couldn't do the math... convert tons to pounds... height was an issue also.

But she had her BFF riding along with her

She's had her CDL for about 7 months.
I heard there was texting and tweeting involved simultaneously
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20 something driver said she couldn't do the math... convert tons to pounds... height was an issue also.

But she had her BFF riding along with her

She's had her CDL for about 7 months.
the key is to drive as fast as possible and minimize the time the load is on the bridge
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the key is to drive as fast as possible and minimize the time the load is on the bridge
And if you're over-height, do it at night so nobody will see you
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