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idle and speed

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by justin8842, Jul 20, 2011.

  1. Jul 20, 2011 #1
    justin8842

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    can highidle affect speed and rpm?
     
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  3. Jul 20, 2011 #2
    American-Trucker

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    some companies link your idle time to your speed governer, so if your MPG's are to low the truck slows down until you get them up, then it'll raise your max speed again....If a company does this (RED FLAG) dont work for them....





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    hammer head mn Thanks this.
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