Brad's New Truck
From another thread: NRALIFR wrote: I want to hear about the new truck you're going to order, Brad! We all need to argue and fuss about brands, engines, trannys and such like they do over o...
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Farmerjon wrote:bighatnohorse wrote:
The newer Ford automatic six-speed combined with the exhaust brake make it essentially a 12-speed. (not that you'll ever need that much gearing)
You're going to love the new PowerStroke - it's light years ahead of the old 2006 models.
I agree that the Exhaust brake is terrific but I don't know how it makes it essentially a 12-speed??
Perhaps I exaggerate? But for example, in tow haul 3rd gear going down hill - if needed, 2nd will really pull it low - but if in 3rd and activating the exhaust brake, it creates an action that feels like a "low" 3rd gear but not as low a 2nd gear.
Same for the other gears combined with exhaust brake usage.
Hope that makes sense as to what I meant. . .
