Gas vs Diesel (I've read the FAQs!!)
Hello to All, We *still* have the Thor Jazz in my sig, and it's still a going concern, but the wife is up for a change and "we" are wondering if a Class A would fit the bill. Many of our trips are ...
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bluwtr49 wrote:
In an earlier comment someone brought up the going doing the hill once you've gotten to the top.....and that is a valid point since eventually you will go down.
Now, I don't know what a gasser does for engine braking but if you have never had the experience of a 2 or 3 speed Jake brake...that is something you need to try. Besides the cool sound you may never need to touch the service brakes on even the steepest grade.
On my Cat, I can't even keep in high all the time as it slows down to much. Need to toggle between low and high as needed.
Just something to think about.
A gas engine powered coach can descend just fine but it certainly isn't the same as having an exhaust brake. You just have to downshift properly and sometimes be ok with going a bit slower than you would like, just like on the way up the hill! You have to use the real brakes here and there as well but if you have a head on your shoulders, it's not bad.
