Going downhill in a tractor trailer can seem intimidating, but it doesn't have to be that way! This video covers the Jake Brake System extensively, which is sometimes confusing or overwhelming for newer operators. The video being by explaining the basics of the jakes, the benefits and drawbacks, a strategy for using them and then offers an example in the beautiful Ozark Hills using the AACAA technique on a Freightliner truck. The final section recaps the system and gives slide prevention tips.
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⬇️⬇️⬇️ What's in this video ⬇️⬇️⬇️
0:00 Intro & Welcome
0:55 Freightliner Cascadia
1:30 Three Jake Brake System
2:00 What are Jake Brakes ?
2:30 The Benefits of Jake Brakes
3:40 The Drawbacks of Jake Brakes
4:36 Have a Plan
5:00 Target Speed Window
6:44 Strategy for Descent Control
7:00 What is AACAA ?
8:36 Anticipate, Act, Control, Anticipate, Act
9:18 Real Example of Jake Braking
11:00 Using the Jake Brakes Explained
11:20 Different Hills, Different Strategies
11:55 How to Paddle Shift
12:22 Traction Warning
12:55 How to Stop a Slide in a Semi Truck
14:00 Reach out with Questions
14:24 Goofing Around
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5 авг 2024
