2020 Cummins IKE pull
VIDEO What do you think? (other than graphic error at 18:35 that says GMC DENALI :) ) For me, the time is about what I expected as it is missing a 10 speed auto and has slightly less power than ...
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Cummins12V98 wrote:4x4ord wrote:Cummins12V98 wrote:
"Cummins: you need 382 reverse HP at the rear wheels of your truck to keep your 33k lb combined unit from accelerating on a 14% grade at 35 mph."
Something does not jive! I was locked in 2nd right against the redline or close to it. You had mentioned that section varied in grade as does the Ike. Who knows, I just know it did what it did.
Makes ya wonder how accurate these signs are????
Makes me wonder if the computer isn't programmed to apply wheel brakes at the engine red line to prevent over revving the engine.
Who knows. May be as it has to protect its self some how!
The only problem I have with this theory is that I kind of doubt that Ram had auto service braking technology in 2015.
