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Snickdriver

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  1. Took the Class B Exempt Skills (driving) test yesterday, 5-19-20 at the Commercial Driver's License facility in Kilgore, (East) TX. Very small facility. Counted 4 people total, working when I was there. Lady that did my test couldn't have been more nice. She walked me through the airbrake test. Then she had me back up 20' in a straight line. Then she said we were just going on a drive to make sure I knew how to handle the large vehicle. Down a 2 lane county road, right turn, onto the interstate for 1 mile, exit back to the facility. Done. If you've already been driving your Class A, and are safe and don't break any laws, you won't have a problem. Ask me any questions, while I still have it fresh in my mind! OP David did great job on the post and all of his material was really helpful. Thanks again David!
  2. Well, I passed the written, class B exempt. Just the 20 questions from the the Commercial Rules, (aka Special Regulations or Chap 14). Did this at the CDL center in Kilgore, TX. Small place, nice folks. The clerk scheduled me for the Skills test on May 19 at their location. I did tell the clerk that specifically what the Exempt applicant will be tested on for the written test or the skills test, is not mentioned in the CDL handbook. It delineates what the CDL Class B applicant should study, but not the Exempt Class B applicant. She looked puzzled, opened the book and started looking. She looked the whole time I was taking the test... she never found this information in the book. Ugh. Obviously a disconnect here, but at least she knew exactly what test I was supposed to take! I also asked about the skills test. She said that the only aspect that would be different from when I got my Class C was the airbrake test. Although, she said that I did not have to demonstrate the test, the examiner would walk me through it. So, this is almost exactly what the other posters have said, so many thanks to everyone for accurate information!
  3. I'm going to take my Class B Exempt knowledge test tomorrow, Fri May 1, at the DPS CDL center in Kilgore, TX. The location is small and close to me, and they didn't have a problem giving my knowledge test even though it is for an Exempt license. This will be for my motorhome and I'm not sure if they'll let me take the skills test here or not. I'm going to try, since the other driver's license offices are currently closed due to the virus. We'll see. Wish me luck.
  4. Yes, thanks everyone! My motorhome, has a GVWR of 51,000# plus I'm towing a Jeep Grand Cherokee. Not sure of it's weight, but I know it's less than 10k#! So, I know I need an exempt class B. I just wasn't sure about the need for the combination endorsement. I'm thinking that I won't need that because of the weight of the towed vehicle. David and Cheryl truly did an extraordinary job with the original post! Many thanks. However, I'm still a little anxious about what to study. Yes, I've read all the post, but the CDL Handbook says study Chap. 1, 2, 3, 5, 11, 12, 13. and it doesn't say that we DON'T have to perform the pre-trip inspection. I really wish it was more clear in their documentation, but from those who have taken the tests, it sounds much simpler than what the book makes it out to be. I was able to schedule my knowledge test for Friday, in Texas, at a 'CDL only' test facility. The 'regular' DL offices are still closed (virus) and with my full disclosure, they said it was fine. Sooooo, I'm thinking that maybe they'll let me take the skills test there as well? They may be tougher, since they are a CDL facility. Oh well, we'll see. Thanks again everyone! I really appreciate it.
  5. ..."In addition, if your rig is a combination--for example, a truck towing a trailer--several members have reported that the Texas CDL Combinations Test is now also required, effective April 18, 2018." Does the 'Combinations Test requirement' apply to me if I'm driving a Class A Motorhome towing a car? Thanks!
  6. I've been following the site and learning all that I can for several months now. What a great, helpful group of folks! My wife and I have bought a 2009 Volvo 780 which is now being converted. We are very happy about the possibilities and capabilities of this rig. I'm an avid photographer and dog lover and my wife and I can't wait to get out on the road.
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