CDL Learners permit? DOT Physical.
#11
08-24-2007, 02:08 PM
Originally Posted by Fredog
Originally Posted by TERMAGANT
Originally Posted by Bonkers
Where I live they allow you to take the learners test once per day with no strikes. If they allow that there I would suggest taking the test once just to get a feel for what they will look for. Even if you fail it shouldn't count against you.
Most of the questions on my state's test are really common knowledge and basic truck stuff - not overly difficult at all. Our booklet is also 150+ pages, but 90+ of those pages were Hazmat, Passenger, Tanker, and doubles - none of which you need to be concerned with BEFORE getting your CDL. Thanks Bonkers this site has some practice tests online. its free so try it http://www.dmv.org/ga-georgia/practice-tests.php I've been driving 30 years and I still missed 2  ops:
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#12
08-24-2007, 07:12 PM
I was just going to suggest taking an online pratice test when I saw this post. The online tests really helped me out a lot;... so much, that I almost felt guilty of cheating. When I went to take the test at the SP station, some of the questions were almost identical to those on the online test.
Hey Douglas... NICE TRUCK!!! I WANT ONE JUST LIKE THAT!! U are right about the tests... I scored 72% off the cuff on the Georgia link Bonkers sent me, then I tried California (where I'm located) and scored 92%, and a third state scored 100%!!! Unfortunately they are all pretty much the same questions... If they ask me those questions I'll have it aced... most of it's common sense stuff anyway... I'm startin' to think I can do this... Thanks, TERMAGANT
#13
08-25-2007, 06:39 AM
CDL Learners permit? DOT Physical.
{Interstate is a good company. Most of their runs are west coast but they are starting to get more freight in the east and south. Good comapny to start with.}
Support Fred Thompson for President 2008! .................................................. .................................................. ...... Thanks Greg... You have confirmed my feelings... I have checked into alot of them and they are no nonsense, up front and fair... Don't strike me as being so mill like... I am on the west coast but doesn't matter I intend to keep driving as long and as far as they will let me... I don't care about home time. And by the way...Fred Thompson is my choice too... Hope he gets in soon... TERMAGANT POLITICAL CORRECTNESS: Means always having to say you're sorry[/quote]
#14
08-25-2007, 06:53 AM
Freedog wrote:
this site has some practice tests online. its free so try it http://www.dmv.org/ga-georgia/practice-tests.php Thanks sooooo much Freedog... I took the test you sent me from Georgia, without studying I scored 72%, took CA's test (my home state) and scored 92%, took a third test and scored 100%. You helped lower my anxiety level 100% ..... Thanks... (sorry, I gave Bonkers the credit for the site YOU sent me... I am getting used to messaging here...) TERMAGANT
#15
08-25-2007, 07:13 AM
I've been with Interstate since april and it's been a great company. They do take care of their drivers as far as facilities and pay, but as with the whole trucking business so far I've seen, the freight is here and there and you're either there or here. The company will put you otr with local and long haul trainers until you're ready. I had 1 week local and 5 1/2 agonizing weeks with a jerk. That was just his personality. i went solo for 6 weeks and then my brother signed on and we've been a team since. The miles could be better, but that's just the way it is right now. We've been averaging 4,500 a week.
#16
08-25-2007, 08:07 AM
[I've been with Interstate since april and it's been a great company. They do take care of their drivers as far as facilities and pay, but as with the whole trucking business so far I've seen, the freight is here and there and you're either there or here. The company will put you otr with local and long haul trainers until you're ready. I had 1 week local and 5 1/2 agonizing weeks with a jerk. That was just his personality. i went solo for 6 weeks and then my brother signed on and we've been a team since. The miles could be better, but that's just the way it is right now. We've been averaging 4,500 a week.]
Thanks for the feedback Lunker... I guess "you pays yo dolla you takes yo chances" with all of 'em to a degree.. I am limited to working with those that will put me through school. Interstate has impressed me most so far, as well they allow teams to train together, none of the others do... I intend to go through school with a friend of mine and it's a plus to be able to go out with a trainer together...Especially if we get a "jerk" like you did. At least we will have each other to vent to...lol. Thanks again Lunker[/quote]
#17
08-25-2007, 04:12 PM
You must be going to the Tucumcari school? You'll need the permit first and you'll go straight on the road. One thing to consider, almost all of IDC's trucks are autoshift with or without a clutch pedal. You won't get any shifting experience, but you'll have a lot less to worry about while learning to drive. I currently have no clutch pedal and simple love it when stuck in traffic. It takes a little getting used to, but easier on the leg and knee (which I had major patella reconstruction done to) and you have to power brake on the uphills. If you have a pet, IDC also allows them after paying a deposit. Most other companies say no pets.
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