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flyboykuao
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Oct 19, 2018

Air brakes on Class A diesel pusher

Hello, we recently purchased a Fleetwood diesel pusher. We have been on 3 short trips with it. It is equipped with air brakes - when switched on the RV will slow when my foot is off the pedal. I read up, and now understand, how they work. What I am not clear on is WHEN to use them. I assume one scenario is when on a steep downgrade. What about using them during normal travel as a way to save the brakes?

I am interested in your recommendations. Thanks in advance.

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  • It sound like you are not talking about the air brakes but about an exhaust brake. One that blocks the exhaust and thus slowing the coach. This will not stop you but will slow you down.