TBatcho07 Posted July 7, 2008 Share Posted July 7, 2008 I've had my permit for 6 months and tomorrow I am FINALLY taking my driver's test...My parental units didnt want me to get my license for some odd reason..But anyone,wish me luck because I am terrified of taking this test lol...Anything I should know or look out for? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nicayotte Posted July 7, 2008 Share Posted July 7, 2008 look out for things to hit such as people, young children and housepets Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AKammenzind Posted July 7, 2008 Share Posted July 7, 2008 QUOTE (TBatcho07 @ Jul 7 2008, 07:53 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>My parental units didnt want me to get my license for some odd reason..Probably the insurance. Insurance for teenagers is raep, and even worse if you're male.But yeah, when I took my tests I screwed up the paralell parking. Might wanna practice that. And don't call the test-giver a douchebag for bitching about how you didn't unlock his door magically before you got in. That'll help too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fineout Posted July 7, 2008 Share Posted July 7, 2008 (edited) you still have to have a permit after 18? here if youre over 18, im pretty sure you can just take your drivers test and get a license. Edited July 7, 2008 by fineout Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBatcho07 Posted July 7, 2008 Author Share Posted July 7, 2008 Well if you are under the age of 18 you have to have a permit for at least 6 months...Ill be 19 day after tomorrow..My parents just didnt want to pay for insurance...That is why I waited.I'm thinking twice about taking it tomorrow..I need to learn maneuverability(sp?) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuburbanSmoker Posted July 7, 2008 Share Posted July 7, 2008 QUOTE (TBatcho07 @ Jul 7 2008, 09:41 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>Well if you are under the age of 18 you have to have a permit for at least 6 months...Ill be 19 day after tomorrow..My parents just didnt want to pay for insurance...That is why I waited.I'm thinking twice about taking it tomorrow..I need to learn maneuverability(sp?)i took my test in california and got a dude named "scary lary" and i barely passedBasically dont wear sun glasses (youll get docked almost garunteed)Over emphasize looking over your shoulder and checking your mirrors.Drive like there is a frail old women in your car.turn lights on if its raining-test is over if you forgetsweet talk your instructor (cant hurt)dont hit a curb-test is over if you do Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Boss Posted July 7, 2008 Share Posted July 7, 2008 I failed my first driving test (I ran a stop sign ) Don't go over the speed limit. Not even one mph over or you'll get docked. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
srawas89 Posted July 8, 2008 Share Posted July 8, 2008 Maneuverability is not that difficult. I thought it was kind of hard at first but if you practice a bit you will be fine. What I learned from my instructor before I took the test was that when you are going forward the general rule is once your side view mirror is is starting to pass by the second pair of cones start turning the direction you were told to go. When going backward if your mirrors are angled how they normally should be you should start turning when the middle cone starts to disappear in your mirror. However if you are comfortable backing up in your car while looking through the back windshield directly go ahead and do that as well. You basically just need to learn the limits of your car, where you perceive the edge of your car and where the actual edge is. Don't worry I live in Ohio as well and it really wasn't that bad and I took it at one of the most notoriously hard license bureaus. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBatcho07 Posted July 8, 2008 Author Share Posted July 8, 2008 GO FU**ING DIE!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Boss Posted July 8, 2008 Share Posted July 8, 2008 Haha! I know you responded to the spammer, TBatcho, but now that its right below srawas89's... It's just classic! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom1 Posted July 8, 2008 Share Posted July 8, 2008 QUOTE (SuburbanSmoker @ Jul 7 2008, 11:47 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>dont hit a curb-test is over if you do Not true!Unfourtantly I know this firsthand. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBatcho07 Posted July 8, 2008 Author Share Posted July 8, 2008 QUOTE (Tom16689 @ Jul 7 2008, 08:55 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>Not true!Unfourtantly I know this firsthand. EPIC WIN! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Giant Ninja Robot Posted July 8, 2008 Share Posted July 8, 2008 I say pretend it's a Voltron Lion, yell "Dynotherms connected, Megathrusters are GO!" and peel that sucka out. If you're repremanded threaten to pull out your blazing sword and drop your pants. Worked for me.Really though, the worst part is the nerves. Exagerate all your head movements, keep 1-3 mph below the speed limit, and always come to a full stop. Juss relaaax. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
liquidglass Posted July 8, 2008 Share Posted July 8, 2008 Disagree with Ninja, keep the speedlimit, 5 miles over or 5 miles under and they'll notice, just keep right around it, it's not that hard. -watch for school zones-you'll do a 3 point turn-you'll have to back up: make sure you put your arm on the passenger seat and look all the way back Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobosap Posted July 8, 2008 Share Posted July 8, 2008 took me 5 tries (hawaii is super strict, ive known people that have taken it over 10 times)Passed the first time ever driving my dads Land Cruiser =pIf you go down a steep hill down shift, even if its an automatic. DO NOT look down, they will dock points.always headcheck and signal when changing lanes.once you start backing up DO NOT look forward again until you have come to a comlpete stop.Practice parallell parking Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
esheg4ever23 Posted July 8, 2008 Share Posted July 8, 2008 Wow, I remember my license test day. The second an Asian instructor walked over to my car, I was like wow man I'm so fucked, because all my friends have had bad luck with Asian instructors. Turns out I passed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pigpen Posted July 9, 2008 Share Posted July 9, 2008 I am way older than you all - but I did not drive until I was 32.Anyway -During my test another driver backed out of a driveway and into the lane I was travelling in. The car nearly hit us. I threw my arm out in front of the instructor (like I could keep her in her seat) and hit the breaks hard. I nearly hyperventilated! I thought I was screwed for sure.I think my instructor was so greatful to get back in one piece she passed me just so I woud never come back!My best advice: Pee before you drive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBatcho07 Posted July 9, 2008 Author Share Posted July 9, 2008 To everyone who has been giving me advice,thank you!..I am for certain that I will pass my drivers test either the first or the second time that I take it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mobbed Posted July 10, 2008 Share Posted July 10, 2008 youre 18 with a permit?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBatcho07 Posted July 13, 2008 Author Share Posted July 13, 2008 What's the problem? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Boss Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 Pass your drivers test? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
melanko Posted July 14, 2008 Share Posted July 14, 2008 The lack of a response must mean he drove off a cliff.I mourn: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBatcho07 Posted July 16, 2008 Author Share Posted July 16, 2008 hahah no I've just been busy failing my programming class lol....I haven't had a chance to take my test yet.Have yet to learn to parallel park. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuburbanSmoker Posted July 16, 2008 Share Posted July 16, 2008 that sucks, didnt have to paralel park for my test, but practice makes perfect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willbb123 Posted July 19, 2008 Share Posted July 19, 2008 I hate parallel parking, and it doesn't help that I drive a ford f-150 (pickup truck). Also I live close to down town and one one of my jobs is in the center of down town so I have to parallel park cause of that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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