Jake Braking A 5er Down Long Steep Incline
Just arrived at our vacation destination yesterday. I had my factory “jake”brake set and the cruise control on when I crested the top of the largest hill going into this part of the country. I’ve ...
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Auto mode is useless unless you are towing a lighter RV and smaller grades at least with RAM trucks.
I also set my cruise control at a lower speed to maintain the actual speed I want. It varies depending on how steep the grade is. I also on steep grades select the gear that puts me up near the redline for best braking.
I am glad I don't have the ability for the truck to apply my trailer brakes. I like controlling me descent with cruise and proper gear selection for the grade. I never use Auto mode, I have tried but found it useless for my large load.
I also set my cruise control at a lower speed to maintain the actual speed I want. It varies depending on how steep the grade is. I also on steep grades select the gear that puts me up near the redline for best braking.
I am glad I don't have the ability for the truck to apply my trailer brakes. I like controlling me descent with cruise and proper gear selection for the grade. I never use Auto mode, I have tried but found it useless for my large load.
