2nd Gen Non-Engine/Transmission PAC or JAKE BRAKE?

[okayred]

I pull a 20K trailer with my dually. I have a 4" exhaust & an onboard aux air system.



What is the best exhaust brake for towing? Pros/Cons of what's out there?



Thanks.

 

[ToolManTimTaylor]

I have a BD 4" remote brake that does really well.

 

[XtremeDiesel]

i will 2nd the BD one, we have great luck w/ them. it comes as a complete direct fit kit. are you still running the stock turbo?

 

[ToolManTimTaylor]

Huh they have changed their website. It is a true 4" remote mount unit that has a tri-bolt flange on either side for awesome sealing. It is an older unit (I have had it on the truch for 4 years now) that has a 3" vacuum actuator that snaps it shut and open quick! The reason I wanted a remote 4 inch is because I did not want to be stuck with a certain turbo design. Having it remote and 4" makes it easier on swapping turbos and exhaust systems.



I don't have all the ecm controls and whatnot as it is/was the only brake out there that I could find that was driver operated ... not ecm assisted. I have a DTT smart controller to keep my trans locked up on decel so I didn't need those controls either. ... Just the brake

 

[SHobbs]

Put a 3rd gen exhaust brake on it they are made for a 4in exhaust.

 

[Pacbrake]

Jake don't make the 4" inline for the dodge, the diect mount is also vacuum opperated. Your now able to get the 4" inline PRXB kit that excludes the compressor, then all you have to do is tap into your air supply and run the electrical.

 

[okayred]

Stock turbo, but considering upgrade. I am not looking for a vacuum operated brake.



Anyone who lives up north had any problems with the electrically operated exhaust brakes?