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NC CDL Permit

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by localguy65, Jul 25, 2018.

  1. Jul 25, 2018 #1
    localguy65

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    I just went to the DMV to get my CDL permit and after passing the General Knowledge Test the attendant tells me I have to take and pass the air brake and combination vehicle tests to receive my permit...

    Is this true? I know combination is an endorsement. Not sure about the air brakes.

    I tried calling the NC DOT office but it was too late in the day.

    Thank you.
     
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  3. Jul 25, 2018 #2
    Knoff1

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    Yes, you need air brake
     
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  4. Jul 25, 2018 #3
    kemosabi49

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    You need combination if you are going to pull a trailer too.
     
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  5. Jul 25, 2018 #4
    buddyd157

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    to get a full Class A , CDL permit you need..

    1) general knowledge

    2) air brakes

    3) Combination vehicles


    you can get your hazmat, doubles/triples/tanker, at a later time.
     
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  7. Jul 25, 2018 #5
    localguy65

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    Thank you.

    I had no idea about the Air brakes and combination vehicle. Just missed this info somewhere.

    Studying now for the other 2 tests.
     
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  8. Jul 25, 2018 #6
    ncmickey

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    Yea... you have to take all 3.
    One thing to remember... if you don’t know an answer hit SKIP. You have to answer a certain number right to pass the test. Once you hit that number, the test stops and you passed. So if you don’t know an answer hit skip and hopefully you will pass before that question comes back around!!
     
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  9. Jul 25, 2018 #7
    tscottme

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    What the DMV person told you is correct, assuming you are trying to eventually drive an 18-wheeler.
     
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  10. Jul 25, 2018 #8
    localguy65

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    Yes, I am.
     
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  11. Jul 25, 2018 #9
    kemosabi49

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    The tests are not hard. You should consider taking the tanker and double/triples tests at the same time. They aren't hard either and even if you don't plan on pulling them the more endorsements you have the more marketable you make yourself. And there are practice tests here on TTR that will help you too. Good luck.
     
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