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I-15 Cajon pass

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Kolorado, Sep 17, 2021.

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  1. Sep 17, 2021 #1
    Kolorado

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    Is the down grade going north or south bound i have never done a grade with a auto truck kinda worried
     
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  3. Sep 17, 2021 #2
    TheLoadOut

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    Southbound. Choose a gear and set the engine brake.
     
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  4. Sep 17, 2021 #3
    Kolorado

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    Alright i'm going northbound
     
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  5. Sep 17, 2021 #4
    BunBaoPho88

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    Slow down early. Let your engine down shift a couple gears before the decent, just like you would downshift a couple gears in a manual before starting the hill. Use your jake brake on full if heavy. Lightly use the air brakes only as needed. Never slam the brakes or jerk the wheel.

    I find taking it slow with the right gear and the jake brake on, the truck will keep it under control for me.

    But I've only been driving 3 years so feel free to correct me if I'm off base
     
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  7. Sep 17, 2021 #5
    Diesel Dave

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    Southbound Cajón pass has a hill ? Never paid attention, but they sure have those chicken coops on an odd place by the 138. :p:D:rolleyes:
     
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  8. Sep 17, 2021 #6
    Wasted Thyme

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    Don't be nervous. It's the first mountain I traveled. Pick your speed. Set Jake. Little bit of brakes. Here and there. You'll be fine.
     
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  9. Sep 17, 2021 #7
    JC1971

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    The southbound coop burned down in a wildfire a few years ago.
     
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    Frank Speak

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    There is a God!
     
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    Diesel Dave

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    And it’s been rebuild and up and running once again.
     
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    Diesel Dave

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    It’s been rebuild. Open for business and making up for lose of time.
     
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