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Hot Tub
Member Since: 15 Aug 2017
Location: Milton Keynes
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I think if you pass with an auto then only able to tow with an auto 
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 14th Jan 2018 2:50 pm |
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Headtester
Member Since: 06 May 2017
Location: London
Posts: 22
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Quote:I think if you pass with an auto then only able to tow with an auto ?
Yes you are right. The automatic upgrade to manual transmission only applies to categories C, CE, D, DE and not category B+E. This means if you pass your B+E test in an auto you will be restricted to Auto B+E only, even if you have manual cat B entitlement. Take your B+E in a manual and you can drive both.
(Edited to correct typo error)
Last edited by Headtester on 14th Jan 2018 3:21 pm. Edited 1 time in total
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| 14th Jan 2018 2:59 pm |
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biskit
Member Since: 23 Dec 2009
Location: in my Mancave.
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Our Amy practiced in our D3 auto and 6x4 single axle trailer. Then passed using a 110 and box twin axle trailer. She said it was easy reversing the twin axle after our little trailer. So you may be better that way.  good luck. Mantec sump guard.
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| 14th Jan 2018 3:08 pm |
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anglefire
Member Since: 09 Mar 2010
Location: In the Club House
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Quote:Take your B+E in an auto and you can drive both.
You mean Take your B+E in a manual and you can drive both, surely.  Mark.
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| 14th Jan 2018 3:13 pm |
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Headtester
Member Since: 06 May 2017
Location: London
Posts: 22
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Quote:You mean Take your B+E in a manual and you can drive both, surely. Rolling Eyes
Oh bother - yes; - manual to drive both, auto restricted to autos only 
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| 14th Jan 2018 3:20 pm |
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plocker
Member Since: 14 Mar 2016
Location: Preston
Posts: 828
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I've managed to get a 6x4 for a week. I'll give that a whirl first.
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| 14th Jan 2018 4:34 pm |
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zinke
Member Since: 22 Feb 2014
Location: Scunthorpe
Posts: 584
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The bigger the trailer the easier it is to back up, and twin or Tripple axles are easier than single. If you want to lead to reverse quickly then start with a tractor and flatbed trailer, you can clearly see what’s going on and having a very tight steering lock makes it easier to recover when you cock it up lol.
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| 14th Jan 2018 9:24 pm |
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Hot Tub
Member Since: 15 Aug 2017
Location: Milton Keynes
Posts: 1071
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I use low ratio on my D2 not used D3 yet slows things down been advised to use snow mode told gives smooth throttle response. Not sure if you can do this on test?
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| 14th Jan 2018 9:42 pm |
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Headtester
Member Since: 06 May 2017
Location: London
Posts: 22
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Quote:I use low ratio on my D2 not used D3 yet slows things down been advised to use snow mode told gives smooth throttle response. Not sure if you can do this on test?
Yes you can do this if you want to. Headtester
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| 14th Jan 2018 10:56 pm |
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gardendisco
Member Since: 05 Jun 2015
Location: Belfast
Posts: 112
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Did my B+E last year as I didn't want to get in the situation of being pulled over with something slightly too heavy and getting a stack of points.
As has been said larger trailers are easier to reverse but I have a 6x4 which I was good at reversing so the reverse exercise was very manageable. I recommend using a small one to learn as that makes the test easier for the reversing.
I understand that it is handy to use a company who provides everything although I felt that they were taking the biscuit a little when charging £250 to borrow a jeep and trailer for 2 hours. I was able to borrow a trailer and rent a water cube (£10 for a day) as the rules around trailer height, width, length and loading are very strict.
I recommend youtube videos of UK instructors doing hitch/unhitch, reversing etc to show you what the examiner wants to see.
I also agree that doing it in an auto only gives you an auto license but I have never seen an auto only B+E and have known people to do the test in an automatic.
As a final point when you pass and send your license away to be updated, have a photocopy/proof of your current entitlements encase theres any errors as the onus is on you to prove you had a motorcycle license for instance if they accidentally remove it for you.
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| 19th Jan 2018 11:17 pm |
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