Engine Braking?
In the jumping off the diesel bandwagon someone mentioned the lack of the ability to brake with the engine on diesels. 1. Is this true? 2. How do you control your speed on descents without the eng...
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jspence1 wrote:
I have a diesel and I'm positive I don't have an exhaust brake. Do I need to be concerned about controlling my speeds? I live in a fairly flat area but am going to be traveling through the Rockies this summer and want to be prepared. I don't want to be making my brakes glow on the way down.
You always need to be concerned about controlling speed in the mountains. What you are towing? I towed a 10k 5th wheel with a 2001 Dodge CTD auto for 10 years in the mountains with no exhaust brake. Never felt I needed one but you have to drive accordingly. Slow down, gear down and don't ride the brakes. Make firm applications then give them some cooling time.
Love the EB on my present truck though. Makes a big difference on dry roads but could get you in trouble if it is slippery.
