| Re: [GMCnet] disk brake upgrade [message #234816] |
Thu, 02 January 2014 14:43  |
KB
Messages: 1262
Registered: September 2009
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> Engine braking is the way to control descent.
I try not to argue with Matt because he's far more experienced
than virtually anybody here. But, I've had extensive discussions
with Manny on this topic. Manny is, as far as I can tell,
the world's expert on GMC motorhome transmissions.
Engine braking is fine in a light vehicle, but not, apparently,
in a GMC. It's just too heavy, and you will immediately
start burning up your transmission clutch plates.
Having always been taught to use engine braking,
I tried arguing all sorts of "what if" scenarios, but
the bottom line in all cases was: don't do it in a GMC
(unless it's an emergency).
To paraphrase Manny: use the brakes, that's what they're for,
and they're much cheaper and easier to fix than the tranny.
Karen
1973 23'
1975 26'
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