OJT: Ag Doubles

Hi all-

First, the sample tests you have are AWESOME. I used them and now have my A permit with doubles , tanker, airbrake. My message to others just starting out is to use them. And if you can't visualize what the regs are talking about, look up the subject on youtube. Very helpful for the airbrakes testing and for me the doubles/triples hookup protocol.

I'm in NorCal, and will be receiving OJT (On the job training) with Valley Farm Transport in Dixon CA. The obligation is to haul tomatoes during the 4-month season (paid), and then I'm all good. Season runs late June-Nov. It's ag, so HOS regs are relaxed to accommodate the harvest. Should be a grinder, but it's only 4 months. I plan to take it steady, rest and hydrate, and follow the rules of the road. They are cool about me taking Sundays off for Church.

I start on Monday. So stoked. Been wanting to drive a truck for a long time. I've gotten to mid life and heck, I'm running out of time to do the things I always wanted to do since being a kid. So glad your website was here for me to get all the info. I'll keep you all posted on how it goes.

Great job getting your permit! I don't know anything about your line of trucking, but it sounds like you're going to get good experience and work very, very hard. Should set you up nicely for whatever you decide to do afterwards. Drive safe: I don't want my 'mators bruised when I buy them!

Been driving around the yard with the trainer the past 2 days. Doing pretty good on upshift; downshifting was trickier but I am getting it. Wow, HEAVY clutch! Getting the feel of the straight line backing. Small adjustments are best. Studying the inspection part at home then practicing on the rig. So far doing OK.