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Heading for driving school

Discussion in 'Trucking Schools and CDL Training Forum' started by Rionaltrucking, May 15, 2017.

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  1. Jul 28, 2017 #31
    Rionaltrucking

    Rionaltrucking Bobtail Member

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    nah we dont start working with the truck til this weekend and the first full day is dedicated to pre-trip inspection then we start learning to back and shift..
     
    Rionaltrucking, Jul 28, 2017
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  3. Jul 29, 2017 #32
    Rionaltrucking

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    started pre-trip inspection and backing today.. was scared ####less at first was having problems with clutch control and shifting to first gear, but learned later on to slowly take your foot after clutch. more backing tommorrow
     
    Rionaltrucking, Jul 29, 2017
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  4. Jul 30, 2017 #33
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    so today we did more backing and parallel parking.. was a bit frustration... but made it though
     
    Rionaltrucking, Jul 30, 2017
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  5. Jul 31, 2017 #34
    Danny N Angel

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    I totally understand the frustration, yet in time it will get easier. The thing that helped me most for backing, was to watch my trailer tires. If I started loosing them on the right, I turn slightly towards the left... held it till I seen the tires and straightened the wheel. The other thing that helped when I would get confused... "while looking at the cones" turn towards the problem. For me though, when I watched the cones, I found myself over compensating. So use what helps you more.
    What method are they teaching you to use for parallel parking? I'm still working on getting parallel parking.
     
    Danny N Angel, Jul 31, 2017
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  7. Jul 31, 2017 #35
    Rionaltrucking

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    there using steps to do parallel.. ive got so much information overload from the past two days its hard to member. one thing im struggling with is overthinking when im backing and trying not to think is not something thats easy to turn off and on. i did manage to start doing that at the end of the day but it was hard..
     
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  8. Aug 1, 2017 #36
    Danny N Angel

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    Well we take our school finals this Thursday and Friday. Then next Thursday on the 10th we take our CDL driving test. Then on the 14th we head for orientation with convenant.
     
    Danny N Angel, Aug 1, 2017
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  9. Aug 2, 2017 #37
    Rionaltrucking

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    i thought about going with covenant but not really sure at this point.. im still a bit overwelmed with everything not going to quit.
     
    Rionaltrucking, Aug 2, 2017
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  10. Aug 2, 2017 #38
    Danny N Angel

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    Hang in there, it will get better. Just take one day at a time. By the end, you will look back and be amazed at how far you have came in a short period of time.
     
    Danny N Angel, Aug 2, 2017
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  11. Aug 6, 2017 #39
    Rionaltrucking

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    i need some advice, after 2 weeks on the range here at ait, i feel like im not making any progress or getting any better at backing then i did last week, im not so sure if this was a good idea anymore. what sticks out in my mind is what one of the instructors said to group last week. It was something along the lines of. i dont really care if you listen to what im telling you, im only here for the money. Im kinda at a crossroads of what to do. should i leave and try and get on with a company that can provide better range/road practice or should i stick it out .?
     
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  12. Aug 8, 2017 #40
    Danny N Angel

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    Are you going to weekend classes or week day classes?
    The more you practice. The better you will get. You should be learning other maneuvers that will consist of backing. These will help you get better at backing. Lean to watch your mirrors and trailer tires ON BOTH SIDES.
    options you can use when BACKING:
    Option 1: turn towards the problem. If you see you are getting close to the cones on the right, slightly turn to the right.

    (If you hold your hand in the 12 o'clock position, slight turns means not going past 9 or 3. Depending on which way you need to turn)

    Option 2: if you are loosing the ability to see your trailer tires on one side, turn the wheel towards the one you see.

    I would not quit. If you finish the class and still can not get your CDL. Then look at going to a company sponsored school. If you quit... you may not get your money back.
    Also don't let your teacher discourage you. I think it is also their job to see if you have the guts and determination to see it through.
    Sorry it took me so long to get back to you. I have a lot going on this week.
     
    Danny N Angel, Aug 8, 2017
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