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Originally Posted by gearhead
My Ram manual says to be careful using the exhaust brake while towing in slippery conditions. You could jack knife the rig.
I try to brake the truck, and trailer, rather than rely on the exhaust brake in rain.
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Exactly. The exhaust brake could potentially lock up your drive tires on slippery roads. Even braking is more desirable. I live in the snow belt, drive a semi pulling doubles for a living, and trust me when the drives lock up the tractor goes sideways. I ain't telling you not too use it, but I rarely use it in bad weather. It all depends on grip and how much weight is on the wheels. I prefer to control my speed and following distance with proper braking.
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