Posted: 10 years, 2 months ago
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As far as the maximum RPM you want to turn that engine with the Jake Brakes on, I'll let you guys ask your mechanics about that so I don't get a bill for $10k from a blown engine. My rule of thumb was to keep it about 100-200 RPM below the maximum governed RPM. So if the engine would rev to 1900 I would use the Jake up to about 1700.
But every engine & Jake Brake combination can be different so it's best to find out from your company's mechanics what the safe ranges are for that kind of stuff.
You are right on the money Brett (no surprise there lol). As long as you keep it at least 100 rpm off the governor on the way down, you should be fine. Just remember not all engine and Jake combinations will react the same!
Lastly- this is my personal advice as a diesel tech, your company's policies should ALWAYS be followed, and I'm not responsible if you grenade your engine/ tranny.
Posted: 10 years, 2 months ago
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There is a system called a clutch brake that activates when you fully depress the clutch in a rig. It's purpose is to stop the rotation of the input shaft assembly so that the driver can smoothly shift the truck into either first or reverse. Fully depressing the clutch while shifting a rig can wreak some nasty havoc on that clutch brake.
Hope that helps answer your question!
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Have Any of Y'all Heard of This Program?
Thanks again Brett.
Posted: 10 years, 2 months ago
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Have Any of Y'all Heard of This Program?
As you may or may not know, I am an army combat veteran looking to transition into truck driving. I stumbled upon this program, and I am curious to know whether or not anyone here has dealt with them.
LMK your opinion please!
-John
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Braking Question
It was originally a trade name for the Jacobs brand of engine brakes. The name kinda just stuck.
For some more knowledge on the subject:
Wikipedia article on Jake Brakes