So about three weeks ago I did successfully get my class A license but still had more hoops and issues to get through.
1. Went in to take the written test they told me I did not need the combinations test. I asked to take it anyway because I knew they were wrong and they said you do not need it so I didn't take it.
2. Day before appointment, get a call from the other DPS office where I had appointment scheduled calling to let me know that I cannot take test until I pass the combinations test. I told them I knew that and tried to take it but they wouldn't let me at the other office. She said she could reschedule for later in the week but I already had the rental paid for an everything so I said I have to do this as scheduled and would drive up there immediately to take the test. They expedited me when I got there and let me study before I took it. I passed.
3. They said ok show up as scheduled and someone would be out at 2, park all the way to the right. No one would be out before 2 so didn't matter if I showed up early.
4. Get up early, drive an hour away to pick up 44' Fifth Wheel and drove it an hour to the DPS location. I had to learn quick and on the fly haha. Get there and pull into a nearby parking lot to practice backing up one time. Drive over to DPS and wait. Someone comes out and asks what I'm there for. I tell them and they say did you check in. I said no I was told to come here, park to the right, and wait til 2 and someone would be out at 2. She said ok and said she'd let them know I was there. 2 comes, 2:15, 2:30, someone comes out and says someone will be out here soon for you. Almost 3 pm and hour late lady comes out and says I'm so sorry I thought I was testing a farm truck and have been looking for a farm truck this whole time.
5. I'm pissed but am nice because I want the license. We check papers, lights, horn, back up in straight line, go for a pretty long drive I thought, then get back and she passes me.
6. Drive an hour to drop off rented RV, drive an hour home. About 7:30pm when I get home... long day. Finally license after all that and four trips to DPS.
The person I rented RV from said Class A license wasn't needed because it's for personal use. Told them they did and showed the papers but they didn't seem interested in getting it.
Attached is a picture of my truck and RV after the test. Quite the rig to drive an RV for the first time ever and then get tested.
This thread really helped me figure it all out so thank you! Now buying the RV has turned into another nightmare that I never expected. My credit union and dealers cannot agree to the transaction process.
Jeff