Braking

[Chipstien]

Does anyone make a braking system that would go after the trans. like the overdrive units. Maybe something that uses hydralics or the like. Seems that would be alot better than using a exhaust brake on an auto. Probably just wishful thinking though

 

[CPFF]

Yes - there is a company here in Conn. that makes a water cooled electric brake that goes in the driveline behind the trans.

I had their www at one time,but now its in orbit in harddrive #2 or #3. If your interested I can try to find it again. If I recall they were kinda pricey though.



CPFF

 

[Chipstien]

Cool

may be pricey but well worth it if it works. I know that with the trans redone it can survive an exhaust brake, but can't tell me that an exhaust brake won't shorten the life of the trans. (auto) CPFF, if it isn't too much trouble to find that web site, it would really be appreciated.

 

[Whitmore]

I used to drive a big rig that had a jake and a retarder, I never did look to see what this retarder was all about but I think it was some type of a hydrolic unit , but not sure

 

[BigYellowIron]

Caterpillar has a retarder or what they call a Brake saver that is between the engine and transmission. Works just like a TC but only activated when the driver activates it. It also uses engine oil for its oil.



Adam