About to head up I-70 in snow for the first time in a rig. Plenty of advice on here that I’ve been reading regarding driving mountains in snow, but what I’m not clear on is:
Is it okay to drive the whole thing with the Interlock on?
Long Distance with Interlock On?
Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by deafaviator, Dec 21, 2017.
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If is slick you can but if you are hitting dry spots like the tunnel switch it off, just let off of the power when switching.
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I've drove many miles on dry parent never heard funny noises. Even going down hill at 96mph once. Just make sure you do not dis engage above 55mph. That is the key.
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Personally, I don't use it going downhill, because I would rather have only one out of four lock up due to jaking than two out of four. But that's just me.
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Clunk. Clunk.
Kinda like a pickup when you engage or unlock at to high of speed.Lepton1 Thanks this. -
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Your fine... if road is slippery or compact drive with it on all winter long.
You can also engage or disengage anytime you like as long as your not spinning out . I usually just lift off throttle and flick on/off.
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Gear guys always say "use it if you need it only". Been hauling logs and chips in and out of woods 18 years now, very rarely do I use it on the highway unless climbing a steep hill, or taking off from being stopped on covered road with snow or ice. Last year given the bad weather I used it a couple times going up Evaro, Lookout Pass and Homestake in MT. In the woods on dirt roads or in a dirt log yard its always on.
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