Q's about taking CDL-A test.

I'm so good that I can triple clutch.

 

Ill usually double clutch downshifting and mostly float upshifting.

 

Then you aint floating the gears right, friend.

 

Yes, definately do what the state expects for the test and that's double clutching. Then you can do what you want afterwards.

About the 5th wheel, there should be an an adjustment nut and rod under the front of it. You can take the slack out there as it wears. Don't over tighten it. Leave a little slack.

 

No, not doing it right is what grinds the gears. Learn to float them and you won't go back to dbl clutch.

It is so simple, a cave man can do it! Of course you are going to be nervous during your test. But remember that the person testing you is human too. Don't be afraid to ask questions.

 

thanks guys. ive tried floatin even when getting the right r's but dont seem to work so i just stick to doublin up.

 

Well, at least we can commend you on knowing what you are comfortable with and not beating up you truck to try and prove something. Your transmission thanks you!

 

I have alot of driving time in a 10 speed, but tested in a auto-shifter.

I can't wait to learn to float the gears. But double-clutching is pretty easy. Alot easier than I imagined before I started. I push in the clutch just so far, back out about 1 inch, back in that inch, then all the way out again really quick like a double tap rabbit punch. One of the TA's said I was just feathering the clutch plate. I feel good aobut it cuz I read that double-clutching was one of the most difficult things to master.

One of our TA's roadtest for a major carrier and he said that drivers get fired for floating or skipping gears. Its all right there on the OBC.

 

Mass makes you double clutch for the test, and the trooper will fail us if we dont.