Is there any problem for using engine brakes in winter

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by alex35, Feb 23, 2012.

  1. alex35

    alex35 Bobtail Member

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    is there posible to drive with enging braakes in winter time during the snow , if i push the service brakes it may jacknap pls give me a good tipes
     
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  3. Pablo-UA

    Pablo-UA Road Train Member

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    do all carefully, becouse when it is really skiddy JB at low gears may lock trucktor wheels. service brake works with ABS. Use trailer brake stick too, but do all gently
     
  4. Allow Me.

    Allow Me. Trucker Forum STAFF Staff Member

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    No, Pardner.....no jake on ice/snow/wet road. Slow and easy, get the feel and experience.
     
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  5. Caterpillar Cowboy

    Caterpillar Cowboy Heavy Load Member

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    Depends on how much grip ya got.
     
  6. American-Trucker

    American-Trucker Road Train Member

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    Reading post #1 and #2 make my head hurt




    American Trucker
     
  7. MSheets

    MSheets Light Load Member

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    If you want to have the trailer come around on you do that! The skidding wheel will lead all others. Right into the ditch.
     
  8. dave26027

    dave26027 Road Train Member

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    When it's slippery you should be pushing in the clutch, never the brake or throttle. Don't ever get boxed in in slippery weather- steer out of collisions when other trucks and cars start spinning and sliding off the road. You're in control as long as you don't brake or try to turn too sharp. Avoid collisions by steering your way through accidents, not by braking hard.
     
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  9. Starline

    Starline Medium Load Member

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    And people wonder why I park it in the winter months
     
  10. ProduceHauler

    ProduceHauler Light Load Member

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    Here is something to think about, comrades. Pulling inadequate handles, pushing wrong pedals and jerking that big wheel erraticly will get you into animal catcher (no pun intended) :biggrin_2559:

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  11. Shaggy76

    Shaggy76 Heavy Load Member

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    lol! Agreed.
     
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