Was going past the refuse collection station today and decided to put the truck and TC on the scale. Didn't expect it to weigh any less than it did a few years ago but it served as a reminder to mysel...
The exhaust brake is the most useful and cost-effective modification I have made to my entire rig. If you have a diesel, and don't have one, do it; you will not regret it. I often go long distances without ever hitting my brakes and I am sure that the entire cost of the addition will be returned in longevity of the service brakes. Throw in the safety factor and its a no-brainer.