Exhaust brake thoughts
Anybody using an aftermarket exhaust brake on their third generation Ram Cummins? I'm considering having one installed on my 05. Are there any specific brands that are the best. Any issues with tr...
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Njmurvin wrote:
I installed a Pacbrake on my 2004.5 Dodge 3500 48RE auto about 2 years ago and absolutely love it. They make a specific version for the (pre-2006) auto which includes a trans controller that handles the lockup. It works great. There's also a toggle switch with LED that lets you turn the EB off and tells you when the TC is locked when it's turned on. I leave mine turned on all the time.
Coming down the Sherwin Grade (a 20 mile 6 percent grade on CA395) used to fry my brakes by the time I reached the bottom. With the Pacbrake, I don't even have to touch the brake to maintain a comfortable speed. In fact, I have to speed up occasionally. I won't ever tow heavy again without an EB.
Have to say dittos to this post as I have the same truck and brake. Shifts are a little more abrupt with the brake on and it will hold lock-up to lower rpm's. Agree that it makes towing so much better and safer especially if mountains are on your route. I turn mine off when driving around town. The PacBrake tuns off automatically at speeds less than 24 mph.
