Taking road test

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by prodrumernate, Mar 11, 2018.

  1. prodrumernate

    prodrumernate Bobtail Member

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    i currently have my permit for class A. instead of driving semi.i want to use a pickup med size..when taking the road skills test.does it have to be in a semi or would i be able to actually test in a med size pickup?i am no longer with the family business and was training in a 10 speed with a 48' flatbed but i would prefer to use a pickup and trailer and do my own hauls.just not sure on road test.either to keep practicing and find somewhere that will train me or ask if my brother in law will finish my training,though i doubt he will at this time and of course i only have a few months until my permit expires.oh and if it has to be semi..anyone know a company that will train me.i know i would end up having to sign a paper saying id stay with them 6 months or a year.but if i get my cdl thats whats important.
    thanks all.
     
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  3. prodrumernate

    prodrumernate Bobtail Member

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    i am in the Phoenix AZ area if that helps
     
  4. buddyd157

    buddyd157 Road Train Member

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    i am not sure it that'll get you a class B instead of an A.
     
  5. prodrumernate

    prodrumernate Bobtail Member

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    that is something i had thought about and i think i can switch over but not 100% sure.now that i think about it.i think i need to research on that.i glanced at it but didnt pay much attention earlier.
     
  6. Chinatown

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    Freymiller - www.drive4freymiller is one example that has tuition reimbursement.
    Contract Freighters - www.cfidrive.com - also has tuition reimbursement and will hire you from that school. Also has their own cdl school if you prefer that.
    Stevens Transport - www.stevenstransport.com - probably ship you to Denver for their cdl school.
    Roehl Transport - may still have their cdl school in Phoenix.
     
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  7. Dave_in_AZ

    Dave_in_AZ Road Train Member

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    For a class A CDL, has to be big truck. Think you can get by with a 40 foot trailer.

    You want to be confident as well. You will demonstrate all skills, they are tough, fair though.

    Good news is Arizona is one of 5 states you can take your CDL if you move to another state, and just get a new one without taking the test all over.
     
  8. Ezrider_48501

    Ezrider_48501 Road Train Member

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    i believe you have to road test in a air break vehicle or you get a air break restriction. you can certainly get a pickup to qualify as a class a with a big enough trailer though.
     
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  9. Slim51

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    My old boss at a timber frame company had got his cdl a with a one ton dually and a 26’ goose neck he had to haul equipment and what not. He used that truck and trailer. Here in Maine they said if he wanted the air brake endorsement he just had to go through the motions....
     
  10. Emgee

    Emgee Light Load Member

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    You have to use I believe any tractor/truck over 26000gvw and I think the trailer has to be 10k or something.. Also if you don't use a truck with air brakes or a manual you will be stuck restricted driving trucks without airbrakes and automatics.
     
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  11. buddyd157

    buddyd157 Road Train Member

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    yes, you can switch over at a later time, but you will need another road test in a class A truck.

    which "might mean" more training in a class A truck....that can be costly.

    is there a CDL school with in say a 50 mile radius of you?

    if so, can you at least inquire as to what it'll cost for say a refresher course AND a road test with their truck?
     
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