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Forum: Engines and Drivetrain

02-08-2008, 11:47 AM

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Diesels and Engine Braking: Ken vs. His Transmission

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Posted By mmocken

As long as your trans temps are OK, you should be...

As long as your trans temps are OK, you should be OK. An overheated brake is a safety issue.

If too hot, you can always pull over and let the trans cool. Also, since your engine is starved for...

Forum: Engines and Drivetrain

02-08-2008, 11:35 AM

Replies: 45

Diesels and Engine Braking: Ken vs. His Transmission

Views: 8,322

Posted By mmocken

Diesel engines have to cut the fuel off, they...

Diesel engines have to cut the fuel off, they have no throttle plate to slow the airflow.

Gas engine must maintain a proper fuel/air ratio (as controlled by the O2 sensor). A closed...

Forum: Engines and Drivetrain

02-06-2008, 09:43 PM

Replies: 45

Diesels and Engine Braking: Ken vs. His Transmission

Views: 8,322

Posted By mmocken

Engines/transmissions are designed for engine...

Engines/transmissions are designed for engine braking...brakes are not designed for continuous usage. A stuck caliper is a fire hazard

Diesels also do not run fuel when braking, so there is no...

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