Pacbrake or BD Exhaust Brake?

[Killgore]

Sometime in the near future I plan to purchase an exhaust brake for 'my pride and joy'. I have read enough on here to believe that either the Pacbrake or the similiar BD exhaust brake should be my choice. I can't find dealer representation on the BD in this area. However, I plan to do my own installation so that may not be a factor. Any strong recommendations for one or the other? Thanks for your input - Ed

 

[6speed]

I had a BD and had nothing but issues. The air compressor mounts up under the fender and is hard to get to. The Pacbrake is the only way to go and it works a whole ton better. It will build air in about 30 seconds. Don't even think about, just do it "PACBRAKE"

 

[B.G. Smith]

Just installed PacBrake on mine, haven't towed with it yet but installation was pretty straight forward..... Bought it from a TDR member. bg

 

[6speed]

Another thing I was descending a 4-6% grade in thru Tn and KY with 24K using the PACBRAKE and at times I had to turn it off because I was slowing down going DOWN hill. I have had mine for about 7 years and the only part I have replaced is the cylinder on the valve in the exhaust. It is money well spent. You won't be dissatified.

 

[bcbender]

2cnd on the PAC, nothing but good things to say, I hardly ever use the service brakes, and have 130k on the original pads...

 

[Killgore]

Thanks so much for getting back to me and providing your information. I also called them in Canada and had a very informative discussion. I wasn't aware that they are a major supplier to our military as well as our other Allies. Pacbrake it will be.



Ed