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Originally Posted by richfaa
Yes we have the complete system checked every year clamps , hose, etc
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In addition to the yearly checks and replacing all clamps with heavier duty clamps we run by our after market guage monitoring Pre turbo EGT among other things. We keep or EGT temps under 1200 degrees which of course keeps our boost down. Our gauge will alarm at 1200 degrees which usually occurs on steep hills. Yes we slow down and let all the other trucks pass us but we are protecting our turbo. By slowing down I mean we may be doing 45 or 50 on the steep grades while others are doing 65/70 or more to show they can do it. We can do it but what is the hurry and we do not like loud explosions under the hood along with the time down and the expense.