Texas RV Drivers License - Wallace Craig -  03-31-2009 11:54
 
 
Chuck, were you driving a WL when you had to back down  
 
 
Wallace Craig 
95 WLWB 42 
Azle, Texas 
 
--- On Tue, 3/31/09, Chuck Wheeler  wrote: 
 
From: Chuck Wheeler  
Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: Texas RV Drivers License 
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com 
Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2009, 5:46 PM 
 
 
If you have driven semi trucks before it should be no problem. If not get someone to take you somewhere where you can practice a little. I was required to back down a ally to a dock during my last test. 
- Chuck Wheeler- 
1982 FC 31SB Fort Worth TX 
--- In  WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com, ciao70@... wrote: 
> 
> LeRoy..I just took the Ga. CDL test and it was not too difficult..the air brake endorsement was a little tricky..If you are a veteran make sure to show your DD214 as the license is cheaper and you will never have to pay for a renewal..I had to go to a VA clinic to certify the DD214 prior to applying for the license..Jim Barone fulltiming in a 1991 WBWL currently in Savannah
 
Thanks James. I took mine today. Took the General Knowledge Test, the Air Brake Test and the Combination Test. Passed them all. They gave me a Class AP permit and a Class C GA license. Now to find a Semi to get a Class A or if I take it in the bus I will only get a Class B. I prefer an A. That way I can haul chickens around 
here in retirement. lol 
Leroy Eckert 
1990 WB-40 Smoke N Mirrors 
Dahlonega, GA 
Royale Conversion 
>  
>  
> -----Original Message----- 
> From: Leroy Eckert   
> To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> Sent: Mon, 30 Mar 2009 8:37 pm 
> Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
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> Just for the hell of it, I am going to take the written CDL General Knowledge test, the Air Brake endorsement, and the Combination endorsement tomorrow here in GA. If I can scrounge up a semi from a friend I will get a Class A; if not I will get a class B in the BB. Assuming I pass the written. It should not be a problem but the 
mock test questions I have taken in preparation try to trick you. All the way back to College I have never seen the benefit of that. 40 questions on each test; 80% accuracy required. Plus a DOT physical. 
> Leroy Eckert 
> 1990 WB-40 Smoke N Mirrors 
> Dahlonega, GA 
> Royale Conversion 
>  
> --- On Mon, 3/30/09, Chet Geist  wrote: 
>  
>  
> From: Chet Geist  
> Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
> To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> Date: Monday, March 30, 2009, 9:23 PM 
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> Chuck, 
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> When I took the test it was thirteen questions on a computer.? Matter 
covered is on a small number of chapters in the CDL book and they tell you what chapters to study.? Mostly lengths, lights, weights and things like that.? Then I took about a two mile road test with a DPS officer in the Bluebird.? His parting words were "Did you notice I didn't ask you how you got it here without a license".? I real nice officer. 
>  
> ? 
>  
> Chet Geist 
>  
> 1981 FC33, Austin, Texas 
>  
> ? 
>  
> ? 
>  
> ? 
>  
>  
> -----Original Message----- 
> From: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com [mailto:Wanderlodge Forum@yahoogroup s.com]On Behalf Of Chuck Wheeler 
> Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 7:46 PM 
> To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
> Curious what the Texas test consisted of.? I had a CDL until I retired from the 
railroad but never thought about needing something special for the Wanderlodge. 
>  
> ? 
>  
> - Chuck Wheeler- 
>  
> 1982 FC 31SB Fort Worth TX 
>  
> ? 
>  
>  
> From: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com [mailto:Wanderlodge Forum@yahoogroup s.com] On Behalf Of Chet Geist 
> Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 7:36 PM 
> To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
>  
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> Wallace, 
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> I checked this out about three or four years ago and at the time I was given a lot of advise on this forum that I had not read the law correctly.? I also had people tell me that I should just take a chance and not bother to get a correct license.? I did not follow all that free advise and went ahead took the test and got my no restriction class B 
license? My present license is good until 2013 and if I am still driving a coach I will get it renewed. 
>  
> ? 
>  
> Chet Geist 
>  
> 1981/FC33/ Austin, Texas 
>  
> ? 
>  
>  
> -----Original Message----- 
> From: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com [mailto:Wanderlodge Forum@yahoogroup s.com]On Behalf Of Wallace Craig 
> Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 6:33 PM 
> To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> Subject: Re: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
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> Wallace Craig 
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> 95 WLWB 42 
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> Azle, Texas 
>  
>  
> --- On Mon, 3/30/09, Wallace Craig  wrote: 
>  
>  
> From: Wallace Craig  
> Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
> 
To: wanderlodgeforum@ yahoogroups. com, "wanderlodge forum" , "ron marabito" , "Ernie Eckbert" , "Ralph Fullenwider"  
> Date: Monday, March 30, 2009, 6:28 PM 
>  
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> In the April issue of FMCA magazine at page 70 there is a brief article that purports to set forth that motorhomes weighing in excess of 26,000 requires that the operator have a Texas Class B noncommercial license.? It requires a written and driving test and cost $10.? Normally, one might entertain the idea of simply taking ones chances; however I am concerned about the legal ramifications on ones libality insurance coverage.? I can imagine that an insurance carried would take the position that the vehicle was being operated without a? proper license and that such is a violation of the policy terms and would 
void the policy.? I am unaware of the case law (if any) in Texas on this issue but would not care to test the law with the insurance carrier in case of an accident. A spokesperson for the Texas DPS???states? that the test must be in the class vehicle they would like to drive.? Ernie, this may mean that several of us need to get together an go at once in a texas l ic coach.?  
>  
> ? 
>  
> ?Comments??? 
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> Wallace Craig 
>  
> 95 WLWB 42 
>  
> Azle, Texas 
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Texas RV Drivers License - Wallace Craig -  03-31-2009 11:54
 
 
Chuck, were you driving a WL when you had to  
 
 
Wallace Craig 
95 WLWB 42 
Azle, Texas 
 
--- On Tue, 3/31/09, Chuck Wheeler  wrote: 
 
From: Chuck Wheeler  
Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: Texas RV Drivers License 
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com 
Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2009, 5:46 PM 
 
 
If you have driven semi trucks before it should be no problem. If not get someone to take you somewhere where you can practice a little. I was required to back down a ally to a dock during my last test. 
- Chuck Wheeler- 
1982 FC 31SB Fort Worth TX 
--- In  WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com, ciao70@... wrote: 
> 
> LeRoy..I just took the Ga. CDL test and it was not too difficult..the air brake endorsement was a little tricky..If you are a veteran make sure to show your DD214 as the license is cheaper and you will never have to pay for a renewal..I had to go to a VA clinic to certify the DD214 prior to applying for the license..Jim Barone fulltiming in a 1991 WBWL currently in Savannah
 
Thanks James. I took mine today. Took the General Knowledge Test, the Air Brake Test and the Combination Test. Passed them all. They gave me a Class AP permit and a Class C GA license. Now to find a Semi to get a Class A or if I take it in the bus I will only get a Class B. I prefer an A. That way I can haul chickens around 
here in retirement. lol 
Leroy Eckert 
1990 WB-40 Smoke N Mirrors 
Dahlonega, GA 
Royale Conversion 
>  
>  
> -----Original Message----- 
> From: Leroy Eckert   
> To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> Sent: Mon, 30 Mar 2009 8:37 pm 
> Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
> Just for the hell of it, I am going to take the written CDL General Knowledge test, the Air Brake endorsement, and the Combination endorsement tomorrow here in GA. If I can scrounge up a semi from a friend I will get a Class A; if not I will get a class B in the BB. Assuming I pass the written. It should not be a problem but the 
mock test questions I have taken in preparation try to trick you. All the way back to College I have never seen the benefit of that. 40 questions on each test; 80% accuracy required. Plus a DOT physical. 
> Leroy Eckert 
> 1990 WB-40 Smoke N Mirrors 
> Dahlonega, GA 
> Royale Conversion 
>  
> --- On Mon, 3/30/09, Chet Geist  wrote: 
>  
>  
> From: Chet Geist  
> Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
> To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> Date: Monday, March 30, 2009, 9:23 PM 
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
> ? 
>  
> Chuck, 
>  
> ? 
>  
> When I took the test it was thirteen questions on a computer.? Matter 
covered is on a small number of chapters in the CDL book and they tell you what chapters to study.? Mostly lengths, lights, weights and things like that.? Then I took about a two mile road test with a DPS officer in the Bluebird.? His parting words were "Did you notice I didn't ask you how you got it here without a license".? I real nice officer. 
>  
> ? 
>  
> Chet Geist 
>  
> 1981 FC33, Austin, Texas 
>  
> ? 
>  
> ? 
>  
> ? 
>  
>  
> -----Original Message----- 
> From: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com [mailto:Wanderlodge Forum@yahoogroup s.com]On Behalf Of Chuck Wheeler 
> Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 7:46 PM 
> To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
> Curious what the Texas test consisted of.? I had a CDL until I retired from the 
railroad but never thought about needing something special for the Wanderlodge. 
>  
> ? 
>  
> - Chuck Wheeler- 
>  
> 1982 FC 31SB Fort Worth TX 
>  
> ? 
>  
>  
> From: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com [mailto:Wanderlodge Forum@yahoogroup s.com] On Behalf Of Chet Geist 
> Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 7:36 PM 
> To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
> Wallace, 
>  
> ? 
>  
> I checked this out about three or four years ago and at the time I was given a lot of advise on this forum that I had not read the law correctly.? I also had people tell me that I should just take a chance and not bother to get a correct license.? I did not follow all that free advise and went ahead took the test and got my no restriction class B 
license? My present license is good until 2013 and if I am still driving a coach I will get it renewed. 
>  
> ? 
>  
> Chet Geist 
>  
> 1981/FC33/ Austin, Texas 
>  
> ? 
>  
>  
> -----Original Message----- 
> From: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com [mailto:Wanderlodge Forum@yahoogroup s.com]On Behalf Of Wallace Craig 
> Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 6:33 PM 
> To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> Subject: Re: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
> Wallace Craig 
>  
> 95 WLWB 42 
>  
> Azle, Texas 
>  
>  
> --- On Mon, 3/30/09, Wallace Craig  wrote: 
>  
>  
> From: Wallace Craig  
> Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
> 
To: wanderlodgeforum@ yahoogroups. com, "wanderlodge forum" , "ron marabito" , "Ernie Eckbert" , "Ralph Fullenwider"  
> Date: Monday, March 30, 2009, 6:28 PM 
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
> In the April issue of FMCA magazine at page 70 there is a brief article that purports to set forth that motorhomes weighing in excess of 26,000 requires that the operator have a Texas Class B noncommercial license.? It requires a written and driving test and cost $10.? Normally, one might entertain the idea of simply taking ones chances; however I am concerned about the legal ramifications on ones libality insurance coverage.? I can imagine that an insurance carried would take the position that the vehicle was being operated without a? proper license and that such is a violation of the policy terms and would 
void the policy.? I am unaware of the case law (if any) in Texas on this issue but would not care to test the law with the insurance carrier in case of an accident. A spokesperson for the Texas DPS???states? that the test must be in the class vehicle they would like to drive.? Ernie, this may mean that several of us need to get together an go at once in a texas l ic coach.?  
>  
> ? 
>  
> ?Comments??? 
>  
> ? 
>  
> Wallace Craig 
>  
> 95 WLWB 42 
>  
> Azle, Texas 
> 
 
 
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Texas RV Drivers License - Wallace Craig -  03-31-2009 11:54
 
 
Chuck, were you driving a WL when you had to back down the  
 
 
Wallace Craig 
95 WLWB 42 
Azle, Texas 
 
--- On Tue, 3/31/09, Chuck Wheeler  wrote: 
 
From: Chuck Wheeler  
Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: Texas RV Drivers License 
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com 
Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2009, 5:46 PM 
 
 
If you have driven semi trucks before it should be no problem. If not get someone to take you somewhere where you can practice a little. I was required to back down a ally to a dock during my last test. 
- Chuck Wheeler- 
1982 FC 31SB Fort Worth TX 
--- In  WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com, ciao70@... wrote: 
> 
> LeRoy..I just took the Ga. CDL test and it was not too difficult..the air brake endorsement was a little tricky..If you are a veteran make sure to show your DD214 as the license is cheaper and you will never have to pay for a renewal..I had to go to a VA clinic to certify the DD214 prior to applying for the license..Jim Barone fulltiming in a 1991 WBWL currently in Savannah
 
Thanks James. I took mine today. Took the General Knowledge Test, the Air Brake Test and the Combination Test. Passed them all. They gave me a Class AP permit and a Class C GA license. Now to find a Semi to get a Class A or if I take it in the bus I will only get a Class B. I prefer an A. That way I can haul chickens around 
here in retirement. lol 
Leroy Eckert 
1990 WB-40 Smoke N Mirrors 
Dahlonega, GA 
Royale Conversion 
>  
>  
> -----Original Message----- 
> From: Leroy Eckert   
> To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> Sent: Mon, 30 Mar 2009 8:37 pm 
> Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
> Just for the hell of it, I am going to take the written CDL General Knowledge test, the Air Brake endorsement, and the Combination endorsement tomorrow here in GA. If I can scrounge up a semi from a friend I will get a Class A; if not I will get a class B in the BB. Assuming I pass the written. It should not be a problem but the 
mock test questions I have taken in preparation try to trick you. All the way back to College I have never seen the benefit of that. 40 questions on each test; 80% accuracy required. Plus a DOT physical. 
> Leroy Eckert 
> 1990 WB-40 Smoke N Mirrors 
> Dahlonega, GA 
> Royale Conversion 
>  
> --- On Mon, 3/30/09, Chet Geist  wrote: 
>  
>  
> From: Chet Geist  
> Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
> To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> Date: Monday, March 30, 2009, 9:23 PM 
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
> ? 
>  
> Chuck, 
>  
> ? 
>  
> When I took the test it was thirteen questions on a computer.? Matter 
covered is on a small number of chapters in the CDL book and they tell you what chapters to study.? Mostly lengths, lights, weights and things like that.? Then I took about a two mile road test with a DPS officer in the Bluebird.? His parting words were "Did you notice I didn't ask you how you got it here without a license".? I real nice officer. 
>  
> ? 
>  
> Chet Geist 
>  
> 1981 FC33, Austin, Texas 
>  
> ? 
>  
> ? 
>  
> ? 
>  
>  
> -----Original Message----- 
> From: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com [mailto:Wanderlodge Forum@yahoogroup s.com]On Behalf Of Chuck Wheeler 
> Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 7:46 PM 
> To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
> Curious what the Texas test consisted of.? I had a CDL until I retired from the 
railroad but never thought about needing something special for the Wanderlodge. 
>  
> ? 
>  
> - Chuck Wheeler- 
>  
> 1982 FC 31SB Fort Worth TX 
>  
> ? 
>  
>  
> From: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com [mailto:Wanderlodge Forum@yahoogroup s.com] On Behalf Of Chet Geist 
> Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 7:36 PM 
> To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
> Wallace, 
>  
> ? 
>  
> I checked this out about three or four years ago and at the time I was given a lot of advise on this forum that I had not read the law correctly.? I also had people tell me that I should just take a chance and not bother to get a correct license.? I did not follow all that free advise and went ahead took the test and got my no restriction class B 
license? My present license is good until 2013 and if I am still driving a coach I will get it renewed. 
>  
> ? 
>  
> Chet Geist 
>  
> 1981/FC33/ Austin, Texas 
>  
> ? 
>  
>  
> -----Original Message----- 
> From: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com [mailto:Wanderlodge Forum@yahoogroup s.com]On Behalf Of Wallace Craig 
> Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 6:33 PM 
> To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> Subject: Re: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
> Wallace Craig 
>  
> 95 WLWB 42 
>  
> Azle, Texas 
>  
>  
> --- On Mon, 3/30/09, Wallace Craig  wrote: 
>  
>  
> From: Wallace Craig  
> Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
> 
To: wanderlodgeforum@ yahoogroups. com, "wanderlodge forum" , "ron marabito" , "Ernie Eckbert" , "Ralph Fullenwider"  
> Date: Monday, March 30, 2009, 6:28 PM 
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
> In the April issue of FMCA magazine at page 70 there is a brief article that purports to set forth that motorhomes weighing in excess of 26,000 requires that the operator have a Texas Class B noncommercial license.? It requires a written and driving test and cost $10.? Normally, one might entertain the idea of simply taking ones chances; however I am concerned about the legal ramifications on ones libality insurance coverage.? I can imagine that an insurance carried would take the position that the vehicle was being operated without a? proper license and that such is a violation of the policy terms and would 
void the policy.? I am unaware of the case law (if any) in Texas on this issue but would not care to test the law with the insurance carrier in case of an accident. A spokesperson for the Texas DPS???states? that the test must be in the class vehicle they would like to drive.? Ernie, this may mean that several of us need to get together an go at once in a texas l ic coach.?  
>  
> ? 
>  
> ?Comments??? 
>  
> ? 
>  
> Wallace Craig 
>  
> 95 WLWB 42 
>  
> Azle, Texas 
> 
 
 
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Texas RV Drivers License - Wallace Craig -  03-31-2009 11:54
 
 
Chuck, were you driving a WL when you had  
 
 
Wallace Craig 
95 WLWB 42 
Azle, Texas 
 
--- On Tue, 3/31/09, Chuck Wheeler  wrote: 
 
From: Chuck Wheeler  
Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: Texas RV Drivers License 
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com 
Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2009, 5:46 PM 
 
 
If you have driven semi trucks before it should be no problem. If not get someone to take you somewhere where you can practice a little. I was required to back down a ally to a dock during my last test. 
- Chuck Wheeler- 
1982 FC 31SB Fort Worth TX 
--- In  WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com, ciao70@... wrote: 
> 
> LeRoy..I just took the Ga. CDL test and it was not too difficult..the air brake endorsement was a little tricky..If you are a veteran make sure to show your DD214 as the license is cheaper and you will never have to pay for a renewal..I had to go to a VA clinic to certify the DD214 prior to applying for the license..Jim Barone fulltiming in a 1991 WBWL currently in Savannah
 
Thanks James. I took mine today. Took the General Knowledge Test, the Air Brake Test and the Combination Test. Passed them all. They gave me a Class AP permit and a Class C GA license. Now to find a Semi to get a Class A or if I take it in the bus I will only get a Class B. I prefer an A. That way I can haul chickens around 
here in retirement. lol 
Leroy Eckert 
1990 WB-40 Smoke N Mirrors 
Dahlonega, GA 
Royale Conversion 
>  
>  
> -----Original Message----- 
> From: Leroy Eckert   
> To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> Sent: Mon, 30 Mar 2009 8:37 pm 
> Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
> Just for the hell of it, I am going to take the written CDL General Knowledge test, the Air Brake endorsement, and the Combination endorsement tomorrow here in GA. If I can scrounge up a semi from a friend I will get a Class A; if not I will get a class B in the BB. Assuming I pass the written. It should not be a problem but the 
mock test questions I have taken in preparation try to trick you. All the way back to College I have never seen the benefit of that. 40 questions on each test; 80% accuracy required. Plus a DOT physical. 
> Leroy Eckert 
> 1990 WB-40 Smoke N Mirrors 
> Dahlonega, GA 
> Royale Conversion 
>  
> --- On Mon, 3/30/09, Chet Geist  wrote: 
>  
>  
> From: Chet Geist  
> Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
> To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> Date: Monday, March 30, 2009, 9:23 PM 
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
> ? 
>  
> Chuck, 
>  
> ? 
>  
> When I took the test it was thirteen questions on a computer.? Matter 
covered is on a small number of chapters in the CDL book and they tell you what chapters to study.? Mostly lengths, lights, weights and things like that.? Then I took about a two mile road test with a DPS officer in the Bluebird.? His parting words were "Did you notice I didn't ask you how you got it here without a license".? I real nice officer. 
>  
> ? 
>  
> Chet Geist 
>  
> 1981 FC33, Austin, Texas 
>  
> ? 
>  
> ? 
>  
> ? 
>  
>  
> -----Original Message----- 
> From: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com [mailto:Wanderlodge Forum@yahoogroup s.com]On Behalf Of Chuck Wheeler 
> Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 7:46 PM 
> To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
> Curious what the Texas test consisted of.? I had a CDL until I retired from the 
railroad but never thought about needing something special for the Wanderlodge. 
>  
> ? 
>  
> - Chuck Wheeler- 
>  
> 1982 FC 31SB Fort Worth TX 
>  
> ? 
>  
>  
> From: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com [mailto:Wanderlodge Forum@yahoogroup s.com] On Behalf Of Chet Geist 
> Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 7:36 PM 
> To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
> Wallace, 
>  
> ? 
>  
> I checked this out about three or four years ago and at the time I was given a lot of advise on this forum that I had not read the law correctly.? I also had people tell me that I should just take a chance and not bother to get a correct license.? I did not follow all that free advise and went ahead took the test and got my no restriction class B 
license? My present license is good until 2013 and if I am still driving a coach I will get it renewed. 
>  
> ? 
>  
> Chet Geist 
>  
> 1981/FC33/ Austin, Texas 
>  
> ? 
>  
>  
> -----Original Message----- 
> From: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com [mailto:Wanderlodge Forum@yahoogroup s.com]On Behalf Of Wallace Craig 
> Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 6:33 PM 
> To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> Subject: Re: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
> Wallace Craig 
>  
> 95 WLWB 42 
>  
> Azle, Texas 
>  
>  
> --- On Mon, 3/30/09, Wallace Craig  wrote: 
>  
>  
> From: Wallace Craig  
> Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
> 
To: wanderlodgeforum@ yahoogroups. com, "wanderlodge forum" , "ron marabito" , "Ernie Eckbert" , "Ralph Fullenwider"  
> Date: Monday, March 30, 2009, 6:28 PM 
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
> In the April issue of FMCA magazine at page 70 there is a brief article that purports to set forth that motorhomes weighing in excess of 26,000 requires that the operator have a Texas Class B noncommercial license.? It requires a written and driving test and cost $10.? Normally, one might entertain the idea of simply taking ones chances; however I am concerned about the legal ramifications on ones libality insurance coverage.? I can imagine that an insurance carried would take the position that the vehicle was being operated without a? proper license and that such is a violation of the policy terms and would 
void the policy.? I am unaware of the case law (if any) in Texas on this issue but would not care to test the law with the insurance carrier in case of an accident. A spokesperson for the Texas DPS???states? that the test must be in the class vehicle they would like to drive.? Ernie, this may mean that several of us need to get together an go at once in a texas l ic coach.?  
>  
> ? 
>  
> ?Comments??? 
>  
> ? 
>  
> Wallace Craig 
>  
> 95 WLWB 42 
>  
> Azle, Texas 
> 
 
 
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Texas RV Drivers License - Bob Lawrence -  03-31-2009 12:16
 
 
Hi Ryan, 
As a CDL license holder with a P (Passenger)endorsement from Washington state, I 
feel your pain (hate using a Clinton blurb). 
I have found that the boys in blue do cut me some slack when they catch me 
speeding a little over the limit. They know what this does to your Class A 
license. 
The plus side is my insurance for the car and a separate one for the bus have 
earned me a discount. 
Bob Lawrence 
84 PT36 
Los Fresnos, Texas 
 
> You might check to be sure there aren't ramifications... I always 
> wanted to get a CDL, just to have it. Unfortunately, in Washington 
> (and it may be this way everywhere, I don't know), any traffic 
> infractions by a CDL holder result in a doubling of the fine (because 
> you should have known better, apparently). This is true regardless of 
> the vehicle you are driving at the time you are ticketed. 
> 
> As our government agents in blue just love to hand out extortion 
> notices, and as I've been the recipient of enough of them for 
> inadvertant mild speeding (and others for entirely BS, made up 
> reasons), I decided against holding a CDL unless I absolutely needed 
> one - and I don't. 
> 
> -Ryan 
> '86 PT-40 8V92 
> 
> 
> On Tue, Mar 31, 2009 at 2:37 AM, Leroy Eckert  wrote: 
> > Just for the hell of it, I am going to take the written CDL General 
> > Knowledge test, the Air Brake endorsement, and the Combination endorsement 
> > tomorrow here in GA. If I can scrounge up a semi from a friend I will get a 
> > Class A; if not I will get a class B in the BB. Assuming I pass the written. 
> > It should not be a problem but the mock test questions I have taken in 
> > preparation try to trick you. All the way back to College I have never seen 
> > the benefit of that. 40 questions on each test; 80% accuracy required. Plus 
> > a DOT physical. 
> > Leroy Eckert 
> > 1990 WB-40 Smoke N Mirrors 
> > Dahlonega, GA 
> > Royale Conversion 
> > 
>
 
 
 
Texas RV Drivers License - pattypape -  03-31-2009 12:49
 
 
Wallace must have hiccups, 
 
Bill 88 FC  Michigan 
 
--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, Wallace Craig  
wrote: 
> 
> Chuck, were you  driving a WL when you had 
> 
> 
> Wallace Craig 
> 95 WLWB 42 
> Azle, Texas 
> 
> --- On Tue, 3/31/09, Chuck Wheeler  wrote: 
> 
> 
> From: Chuck Wheeler  
> Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: Texas RV Drivers License 
> To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com 
> Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2009, 5:46 PM 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> If you have driven semi trucks before it should be no problem.  If not get 
someone to take you somewhere where you can practice a little.   I was required 
to back down a ally to a dock during my last test. 
> 
> - Chuck Wheeler- 
> 1982 FC 31SB Fort Worth TX 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> From: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com 
[mailto:WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Leroy A. Eckert 
> Sent: Tuesday, March 31, 2009 5:37 PM 
> To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com 
> Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: Texas RV Drivers License 
> 
> 
> 
> 
> --- In WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com, ciao70@ wrote: 
> > 
> > LeRoy..I just took the Ga. CDL test and it was not too difficult..the air 
brake endorsement was a little tricky..If you are a veteran make sure to show 
your DD214 as the license is cheaper and you will never have to pay for a 
renewal..I had to go to a VA clinic to certify the DD214 prior to applying for 
the license..Jim Barone fulltiming in a 1991 WBWL currently in Savannah 
> 
> Thanks James. I took mine today. Took the General Knowledge Test, the Air 
Brake Test and the Combination Test. Passed them all. They gave me a Class AP 
permit and a Class C GA license. Now to find a Semi to get a Class A or if I 
take it in the bus I will only get a Class B. I prefer an A. That way I can haul 
chickens around here in retirement. lol 
> Leroy Eckert 
> 1990 WB-40 Smoke N Mirrors 
> Dahlonega, GA 
> Royale Conversion 
> > 
> > 
> > -----Original Message----- 
> > From: Leroy Eckert  
> > To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> > Sent: Mon, 30 Mar 2009 8:37 pm 
> > Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > Just for the hell of it, I am going to take the written CDL General 
Knowledge test, the Air Brake endorsement, and the Combination endorsement 
tomorrow here in GA. If I can scrounge up a semi from a friend I will get a 
Class A; if not I will get a class B in the BB. Assuming I pass the written. It 
should not be a problem but the mock test questions I have taken in preparation 
try to trick you. All the way back to College I have never seen the benefit of 
that. 40 questions on each test; 80% accuracy required. Plus a DOT physical. 
> > Leroy Eckert 
> > 1990 WB-40 Smoke N Mirrors 
> > Dahlonega, GA 
> > Royale Conversion 
> > 
> > --- On Mon, 3/30/09, Chet Geist  wrote: 
> > 
> > 
> > From: Chet Geist  
> > Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
> > To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> > Date: Monday, March 30, 2009, 9:23 PM 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > ? 
> > 
> > Chuck, 
> > 
> > ? 
> > 
> > When I took the test it was thirteen questions on a computer.? Matter 
covered is on a small number of chapters in the CDL book and they tell you what 
chapters to study.? Mostly lengths, lights, weights and things like that.? Then 
I took about a two mile road test with a DPS officer in the Bluebird.? His 
parting words were "Did you notice I didn't ask you how you got it here without 
a license".? I real nice officer. 
> > 
> > ? 
> > 
> > Chet Geist 
> > 
> > 1981 FC33, Austin, Texas 
> > 
> > ? 
> > 
> > ? 
> > 
> > ? 
> > 
> > 
> > -----Original Message----- 
> > From: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com [mailto:Wanderlodge 
Forum@yahoogroup s.com]On Behalf Of Chuck Wheeler 
> > Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 7:46 PM 
> > To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> > Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > Curious what the Texas test consisted of.? I had a CDL until I retired from 
the railroad but never thought about needing something special for the 
Wanderlodge. 
> > 
> > ? 
> > 
> > - Chuck Wheeler- 
> > 
> > 1982 FC 31SB Fort Worth TX 
> > 
> > ? 
> > 
> > 
> > From: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com [mailto:Wanderlodge 
Forum@yahoogroup s.com] On Behalf Of Chet Geist 
> > Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 7:36 PM 
> > To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> > Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > Wallace, 
> > 
> > ? 
> > 
> > I checked this out about three or four years ago and at the time I was given 
a lot of advise on this forum that I had not read the law correctly.? I also had 
people tell me that I should just take a chance and not bother to get a correct 
license.? I did not follow all that free advise and went ahead took the test and 
got my no restriction class B license? My present license is good until 2013 and 
if I am still driving a coach I will get it renewed. 
> > 
> > ? 
> > 
> > Chet Geist 
> > 
> > 1981/FC33/ Austin, Texas 
> > 
> > ? 
> > 
> > 
> > -----Original Message----- 
> > From: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com [mailto:Wanderlodge 
Forum@yahoogroup s.com]On Behalf Of Wallace Craig 
> > Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 6:33 PM 
> > To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> > Subject: Re: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > Wallace Craig 
> > 
> > 95 WLWB 42 
> > 
> > Azle, Texas 
> > 
> > 
> > --- On Mon, 3/30/09, Wallace Craig  wrote: 
> > 
> > 
> > From: Wallace Craig  
> > Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
> > To: wanderlodgeforum@ yahoogroups. com, "wanderlodge forum" 
, "ron marabito" , "Ernie 
Eckbert" , "Ralph Fullenwider"  
> > Date: Monday, March 30, 2009, 6:28 PM 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > In the April issue of FMCA magazine at page 70 there is a brief article that 
purports to set forth that motorhomes weighing in excess of 26,000 requires that 
the operator have a Texas Class B noncommercial license.? It requires a written 
and driving test and cost $10.? Normally, one might entertain the idea of simply 
taking ones chances; however I am concerned about the legal ramifications on 
ones libality insurance coverage.? I can imagine that an insurance carried would 
take the position that the vehicle was being operated without a? proper license 
and that such is a violation of the policy terms and would void the policy.? I 
am unaware of the case law (if any) in Texas on this issue but would not care to 
test the law with the insurance carrier in case of an accident. A spokesperson 
for the Texas DPS???states? that the test must be in the class vehicle they 
would like to drive.? Ernie, this may mean that several of us need to get 
together an go at 
>  once in a texas l ic coach.? 
> > 
> > ? 
> > 
> > ?Comments??? 
> > 
> > ? 
> > 
> > Wallace Craig 
> > 
> > 95 WLWB 42 
> > 
> > Azle, Texas 
> > 
>
 
 
 
Texas RV Drivers License - Wallace Craig -  03-31-2009 12:57
 
 
 just this japanese computer 
 
 
Wallace Craig 
95 WLWB 42 
Azle, Texas 
 
--- On Tue, 3/31/09, pattypape  wrote: 
 
From: pattypape  
Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: Texas RV Drivers License 
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com 
Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2009, 7:49 PM 
 
 
Wallace must have hiccups, 
Bill 88 FC Michigan
 
--- In  WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, Wallace Craig   wrote: 
> 
> Chuck, were you driving a WL when you had  
>  
>  
> Wallace Craig 
> 95 WLWB 42 
> Azle, Texas 
>  
> --- On Tue, 3/31/09, Chuck Wheeler  wrote: 
>  
>  
> From: Chuck Wheeler  
> Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: Texas RV Drivers License 
> To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com 
> Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2009, 5:46 PM 
>  
>  
>  
>  
>  
> 
 
>  
> If you have driven semi trucks before it should be no problem. If not get someone to take you somewhere where you can practice a little. I was required to back down a ally to a dock during my last test. 
>  
> - Chuck Wheeler- 
> 1982 FC 31SB Fort Worth TX 
>  
>  
>  
>  
> From: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com [mailto:WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Leroy A. Eckert 
> Sent: Tuesday, March 31, 2009 5:37 PM 
> To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com 
> Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: Texas RV Drivers License 
>  
>  
>  
>  
> --- In WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com, ciao70@ wrote: 
> > 
> > LeRoy..I just took the Ga. CDL test and it was not too difficult..the air brake endorsement was a little tricky..If you are a veteran make sure to show your DD214 as the license is cheaper and you will never have to pay for a renewal..I had to go to a VA clinic to certify the DD214 prior to applying for the license..Jim Barone fulltiming in a 1991 WBWL currently in Savannah 
>  
> Thanks James. I took mine today. Took the General Knowledge Test, the Air Brake Test and the Combination Test. Passed them all. They gave me a Class AP permit and a Class C GA license. Now to find a Semi to get a Class A or if I take it in the bus I will only get a Class B. I prefer an A. 
That way I can haul chickens around here in retirement. lol 
> Leroy Eckert 
> 1990 WB-40 Smoke N Mirrors 
> Dahlonega, GA 
> Royale Conversion 
> >  
> >  
> > -----Original Message----- 
> > From: Leroy Eckert  
> > To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> > Sent: Mon, 30 Mar 2009 8:37 pm 
> > Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> > Just for the hell of it, I am going to take the written CDL General Knowledge test, the Air Brake endorsement, and the Combination endorsement tomorrow here in GA. If I can scrounge up a semi from a friend I will get a Class A; if not I will get a class B in the BB. Assuming I pass the written. It should not be a problem but the mock test questions I have 
taken in preparation try to trick you. All the way back to College I have never seen the benefit of that. 40 questions on each test; 80% accuracy required. Plus a DOT physical. 
> > Leroy Eckert 
> > 1990 WB-40 Smoke N Mirrors 
> > Dahlonega, GA 
> > Royale Conversion 
> >  
> > --- On Mon, 3/30/09, Chet Geist  wrote: 
> >  
> >  
> > From: Chet Geist  
> > Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
> > To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> > Date: Monday, March 30, 2009, 9:23 PM 
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> > ? 
> >  
> > Chuck, 
> >  
> > ? 
> >  
> > When I took the test it was thirteen questions on a computer.? Matter covered is on a small number of chapters in the CDL book and they tell you what 
chapters to study.? Mostly lengths, lights, weights and things like that.? Then I took about a two mile road test with a DPS officer in the Bluebird.? His parting words were "Did you notice I didn't ask you how you got it here without a license".? I real nice officer. 
> >  
> > ? 
> >  
> > Chet Geist 
> >  
> > 1981 FC33, Austin, Texas 
> >  
> > ? 
> >  
> > ? 
> >  
> > ? 
> >  
> >  
> > -----Original Message----- 
> > From: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com [mailto:Wanderlodge Forum@yahoogroup s.com]On Behalf Of Chuck Wheeler 
> > Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 7:46 PM 
> > To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> > Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> > Curious what the Texas test 
consisted of.? I had a CDL until I retired from the railroad but never thought about needing something special for the Wanderlodge. 
> >  
> > ? 
> >  
> > - Chuck Wheeler- 
> >  
> > 1982 FC 31SB Fort Worth TX 
> >  
> > ? 
> >  
> >  
> > From: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com [mailto:Wanderlodge Forum@yahoogroup s.com] On Behalf Of Chet Geist 
> > Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 7:36 PM 
> > To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> > Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> > Wallace, 
> >  
> > ? 
> >  
> > I checked this out about three or four years ago and at the time I was given a lot of advise on this forum that I had not read the law correctly.? I also had people 
tell me that I should just take a chance and not bother to get a correct license.? I did not follow all that free advise and went ahead took the test and got my no restriction class B license? My present license is good until 2013 and if I am still driving a coach I will get it renewed. 
> >  
> > ? 
> >  
> > Chet Geist 
> >  
> > 1981/FC33/ Austin, Texas 
> >  
> > ? 
> >  
> >  
> > -----Original Message----- 
> > From: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com [mailto:Wanderlodge Forum@yahoogroup s.com]On Behalf Of Wallace Craig 
> > Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 6:33 PM 
> > To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> > Subject: Re: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> > 
Wallace Craig 
> >  
> > 95 WLWB 42 
> >  
> > Azle, Texas 
> >  
> >  
> > --- On Mon, 3/30/09, Wallace Craig  wrote: 
> >  
> >  
> > From: Wallace Craig  
> > Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
> > To: wanderlodgeforum@ yahoogroups. com, "wanderlodge forum" , "ron marabito" , "Ernie Eckbert" , "Ralph Fullenwider"  
> > Date: Monday, March 30, 2009, 6:28 PM 
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> >  
> > In the April issue of FMCA magazine at page 70 there is a brief article that purports to set forth that motorhomes weighing in excess of 26,000 requires that the operator have a Texas Class B 
noncommercial license.? It requires a written and driving test and cost $10.? Normally, one might entertain the idea of simply taking ones chances; however I am concerned about the legal ramifications on ones libality insurance coverage.? I can imagine that an insurance carried would take the position that the vehicle was being operated without a? proper license and that such is a violation of the policy terms and would void the policy.? I am unaware of the case law (if any) in Texas on this issue but would not care to test the law with the insurance carrier in case of an accident. A spokesperson for the Texas DPS???states? that the test must be in the class vehicle they would like to drive.? Ernie, this may mean that several of us need to get together an go at 
> once in a texas l ic coach.?  
> >  
> > ? 
> >  
> > ?Comments??? 
> >  
> > ? 
> >  
> > Wallace Craig 
> > 
 
> > 95 WLWB 42 
> >  
> > Azle, Texas 
> > 
> 
 
 
 
 
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Texas RV Drivers License - mbulriss -  03-31-2009 13:09
 
 
Oh yeaaah, riiight - blame the machine ...... 
 
 
 
LOL!!! 
 
 
Mike Bulriss 
1991 WB 40 "Texas Minivan" 
San Antonio, TX   also on a japanese computer 
 
 
 
-- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, Wallace Craig  wrote: 
> 
>       just this japanese computer 
> 
> 
> Wallace Craig 
> 95 WLWB 42 
> Azle, Texas 
> 
> --- On Tue, 3/31/09, pattypape  wrote: 
> 
> 
> From: pattypape  
> Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: Texas RV Drivers License 
> To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com 
> Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2009, 7:49 PM 
> 
> 
> Wallace must have hiccups, 
> 
> Bill 88 FC  Michigan 
> 
> --- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, Wallace Craig  wrote: 
> > 
> > Chuck, were you  driving a WL when you had 
> > 
> > 
> > Wallace Craig 
> > 95 WLWB 42 
> > Azle, Texas 
> > 
> > --- On Tue, 3/31/09, Chuck Wheeler  wrote: 
> > 
> > 
> > From: Chuck Wheeler  
> > Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: Texas RV Drivers License 
> > To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com 
> > Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2009, 5:46 PM 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > If you have driven semi trucks before it should be no problem.  If not get 
someone to take you somewhere where you can practice a little.   I was required 
to back down a ally to a dock during my last test. 
> > 
> > - Chuck Wheeler- 
> > 1982 FC 31SB Fort Worth TX 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > From: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com 
[mailto:WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com] On Behalf Of Leroy A. Eckert 
> > Sent: Tuesday, March 31, 2009 5:37 PM 
> > To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com 
> > Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: Texas RV Drivers License 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> > --- In WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com, ciao70@ wrote: 
> > > 
> > > LeRoy..I just took the Ga. CDL test and it was not too difficult..the air 
brake endorsement was a little tricky..If you are a veteran make sure to show 
your DD214 as the license is cheaper and you will never have to pay for a 
renewal..I had to go to a VA clinic to certify the DD214 prior to applying for 
the license..Jim Barone fulltiming in a 1991 WBWL currently in Savannah 
> > 
> > Thanks James. I took mine today. Took the General Knowledge Test, the Air 
Brake Test and the Combination Test. Passed them all. They gave me a Class AP 
permit and a Class C GA license. Now to find a Semi to get a Class A or if I 
take it in the bus I will only get a Class B. I prefer an A. That way I can haul 
chickens around here in retirement. lol 
> > Leroy Eckert 
> > 1990 WB-40 Smoke N Mirrors 
> > Dahlonega, GA 
> > Royale Conversion 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > -----Original Message----- 
> > > From: Leroy Eckert  
> > > To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> > > Sent: Mon, 30 Mar 2009 8:37 pm 
> > > Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > Just for the hell of it, I am going to take the written CDL General 
Knowledge test, the Air Brake endorsement, and the Combination endorsement 
tomorrow here in GA. If I can scrounge up a semi from a friend I will get a 
Class A; if not I will get a class B in the BB. Assuming I pass the written. It 
should not be a problem but the mock test questions I have taken in preparation 
try to trick you. All the way back to College I have never seen the benefit of 
that. 40 questions on each test; 80% accuracy required. Plus a DOT physical. 
> > > Leroy Eckert 
> > > 1990 WB-40 Smoke N Mirrors 
> > > Dahlonega, GA 
> > > Royale Conversion 
> > > 
> > > --- On Mon, 3/30/09, Chet Geist  wrote: 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > From: Chet Geist  
> > > Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
> > > To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> > > Date: Monday, March 30, 2009, 9:23 PM 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > ? 
> > > 
> > > Chuck, 
> > > 
> > > ? 
> > > 
> > > When I took the test it was thirteen questions on a computer.? Matter 
covered is on a small number of chapters in the CDL book and they tell you what 
chapters to study.? Mostly lengths, lights, weights and things like that.? Then 
I took about a two mile road test with a DPS officer in the Bluebird.? His 
parting words were "Did you notice I didn't ask you how you got it here without 
a license".? I real nice officer. 
> > > 
> > > ? 
> > > 
> > > Chet Geist 
> > > 
> > > 1981 FC33, Austin, Texas 
> > > 
> > > ? 
> > > 
> > > ? 
> > > 
> > > ? 
> > > 
> > > 
> > > -----Original Message----- 
> > > From: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com [mailto:Wanderlodge 
Forum@yahoogroup s.com]On Behalf Of Chuck Wheeler 
> > > Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 7:46 PM 
> > > To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> > > Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
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> > > Curious what the Texas test consisted of.? I had a CDL until I retired 
from the railroad but never thought about needing something special for the 
Wanderlodge. 
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> > > ? 
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> > > - Chuck Wheeler- 
> > > 
> > > 1982 FC 31SB Fort Worth TX 
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> > > From: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com [mailto:Wanderlodge 
Forum@yahoogroup s.com] On Behalf Of Chet Geist 
> > > Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 7:36 PM 
> > > To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> > > Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
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> > > Wallace, 
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> > > I checked this out about three or four years ago and at the time I was 
given a lot of advise on this forum that I had not read the law correctly.? I 
also had people tell me that I should just take a chance and not bother to get a 
correct license.? I did not follow all that free advise and went ahead took the 
test and got my no restriction class B license? My present license is good until 
2013 and if I am still driving a coach I will get it renewed. 
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> > > Chet Geist 
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> > > 1981/FC33/ Austin, Texas 
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> > > -----Original Message----- 
> > > From: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com [mailto:Wanderlodge 
Forum@yahoogroup s.com]On Behalf Of Wallace Craig 
> > > Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 6:33 PM 
> > > To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> > > Subject: Re: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
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> > > Wallace Craig 
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> > > 95 WLWB 42 
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> > > Azle, Texas 
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> > > --- On Mon, 3/30/09, Wallace Craig  wrote: 
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> > > From: Wallace Craig  
> > > Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
> > > To: wanderlodgeforum@ yahoogroups. com, "wanderlodge forum" 
, "ron marabito" , "Ernie 
Eckbert" , "Ralph Fullenwider"  
> > > Date: Monday, March 30, 2009, 6:28 PM 
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> > > In the April issue of FMCA magazine at page 70 there is a brief article 
that purports to set forth that motorhomes weighing in excess of 26,000 requires 
that the operator have a Texas Class B noncommercial license.? It requires a 
written and driving test and cost $10.? Normally, one might entertain the idea 
of simply taking ones chances; however I am concerned about the legal 
ramifications on ones libality insurance coverage.? I can imagine that an 
insurance carried would take the position that the vehicle was being operated 
without a? proper license and that such is a violation of the policy terms and 
would void the policy.? I am unaware of the case law (if any) in Texas on this 
issue but would not care to test the law with the insurance carrier in case of 
an accident. A spokesperson for the Texas DPS???states? that the test must be in 
the class vehicle they would like to drive.? Ernie, this may mean that several 
of us need to get together an go at 
> >  once in a texas l ic coach.? 
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> > > ? 
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> > > ?Comments??? 
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> > > Wallace Craig 
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> > > 95 WLWB 42 
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> > > Azle, Texas 
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Texas RV Drivers License - Chuck Wheeler -  03-31-2009 16:56
 
 
 
No, it was a day cab (no sleeper) with a 40' trailer. This was in Oceanside Ca. We later transferred and I was retiring soon so I let it expire and just have a regular Texas license. I drove charter Buses for awhile while in college and was required to make a "Y" turn by backing it into a alley. This later proved useful when I ended up at First and Hope St in LA. Itdead ended into the LA library and I had to back out of that mess.I had to get help from LAPD due to the traffic. I was relying on directions from the pack master of the scouts I was taking to camp in Vista Ca. The kids though it was funny. 
- Chuck Wheeler- 
1982 FC 31SB Fort Worth TX 
 
Chuck, were you driving a WL when you had to back down the  
 
 
Wallace Craig 
95 WLWB 42 
Azle, Texas 
 
--- On Tue, 3/31/09, Chuck Wheeler eeler.com> wrote: 
 
From: Chuck Wheeler eeler.com> 
Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: Texas RV Drivers License 
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com 
Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2009, 5:46 PM 
 
 
If you have driven semi trucks before it should be no problem. If not get someone to take you somewhere where you can practice a little. I was required to back down a ally to a dock during my last test. 
- Chuck Wheeler- 
1982 FC 31SB Fort Worth TX 
--- In  WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com, ciao70@... wrote: 
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> LeRoy..I just took the Ga. CDL test and it was not too difficult..the air brake endorsement was a little tricky..If you are a veteran make sure to show your DD214 as the license is cheaper and you will never have to pay for a renewal..I had to go to a VA clinic to certify the DD214 prior to applying for the license..Jim Barone fulltiming in a 1991 WBWL currently in Savannah
 
Thanks James. I took mine today. Took the General Knowledge Test, the Air Brake Test and the Combination Test. Passed them all. They gave me a Class AP permit and a Class C GA license. Now to find a Semi to get a Class A or if I take it in the bus I will only get a Class B. I prefer an A. That way I can haul chickens around here in retirement. lol 
Leroy Eckert 
1990 WB-40 Smoke N Mirrors 
Dahlonega, GA 
Royale Conversion 
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> -----Original Message----- 
> From: Leroy Eckert   
> To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> Sent: Mon, 30 Mar 2009 8:37 pm 
> Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
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> Just for the hell of it, I am going to take the written CDL General Knowledge test, the Air Brake endorsement, and the Combination endorsement tomorrow here in GA. If I can scrounge up a semi from a friend I will get a Class A; if not I will get a class B in the BB. Assuming I pass the written. It should not be a problem but the mock test questions I have taken in preparation try to trick you. All the way back to College I have never seen the benefit of that. 40 questions on each test; 80% accuracy required. Plus a DOT physical. 
> Leroy Eckert 
> 1990 WB-40 Smoke N Mirrors 
> Dahlonega, GA 
> Royale Conversion 
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> --- On Mon, 3/30/09, Chet Geist  wrote: 
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> From: Chet Geist  
> Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
> To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> Date: Monday, March 30, 2009, 9:23 PM 
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> When I took the test it was thirteen questions on a computer.? Matter covered is on a small number of chapters in the CDL book and they tell you what chapters to study.? Mostly lengths, lights, weights and things like that.? Then I took about a two mile road test with a DPS officer in the Bluebird.? His parting words were "Did you notice I didn't ask you how you got it here without a license".? I real nice officer. 
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> -----Original Message----- 
> From: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com [mailto:Wanderlodge Forum@yahoogroup s.com]On Behalf Of Chuck Wheeler 
> Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 7:46 PM 
> To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
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> Curious what the Texas test consisted of.? I had a CDL until I retired from the railroad but never thought about needing something special for the Wanderlodge. 
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> - Chuck Wheeler- 
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> 1982 FC 31SB Fort Worth TX 
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> From: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com [mailto:Wanderlodge Forum@yahoogroup s.com] On Behalf Of Chet Geist 
> Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 7:36 PM 
> To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> Subject: RE: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
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> Wallace, 
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> I checked this out about three or four years ago and at the time I was given a lot of advise on this forum that I had not read the law correctly.? I also had people tell me that I should just take a chance and not bother to get a correct license.? I did not follow all that free advise and went ahead took the test and got my no restriction class B license? My present license is good until 2013 and if I am still driving a coach I will get it renewed. 
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> Chet Geist 
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> 1981/FC33/ Austin, Texas 
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>  
> -----Original Message----- 
> From: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com [mailto:Wanderlodge Forum@yahoogroup s.com]On Behalf Of Wallace Craig 
> Sent: Monday, March 30, 2009 6:33 PM 
> To: WanderlodgeForum@ yahoogroups. com 
> Subject: Re: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
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> Wallace Craig 
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> 95 WLWB 42 
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> --- On Mon, 3/30/09, Wallace Craig  wrote: 
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> From: Wallace Craig  
> Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Texas RV Drivers License 
> To: wanderlodgeforum@ yahoogroups. com, "wanderlodge forum" , "ron marabito" , "Ernie Eckbert" , "Ralph Fullenwider"  
> Date: Monday, March 30, 2009, 6:28 PM 
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> In the April issue of FMCA magazine at page 70 there is a brief article that purports to set forth that motorhomes weighing in excess of 26,000 requires that the operator have a Texas Class B noncommercial license.? It requires a written and driving test and cost $10.? Normally, one might entertain the idea of simply taking ones chances; however I am concerned about the legal ramifications on ones libality insurance coverage.? I can imagine that an insurance carried would take the position that the vehicle was being operated without a? proper license and that such is a violation of the policy terms and would void the policy.? I am unaware of the case law (if any) in Texas on this issue but would not care to test the law with the insurance carrier in case of an accident. A spokesperson for the Texas DPS???states? that the test must be in the class vehicle they would like to drive.? Ernie, this may mean that several of us need to get together an go at once in a texas l ic coach.?  
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> Wallace Craig 
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> 95 WLWB 42 
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