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Down Hill Switch Backs = 4x4 Low range
I just completed the drive from Coarsegold, CA to Jackson on CA 49. It has some multiple S curves and switch backs. pluse the grade that goes with them. Al Stevens remind me that I lose my exhaust brake at 1000 rpm. When I started down the Bagby section I was in first gear and pushed to my max RPM forcing a shift into second. I applied my brakes, pulled to a turn out and shifted into 4x4 low range. Back on the road in 3rd gear at 15 mph and about 2000 rpm. Exhaust brake active but not engaged. As soon as I released the throttle the exhaust brake engaged and I was down to 10 mph. What a sweet relaxed drive.
Just another reason for 4x4 besides snow and wet grass.
Safe travels all.
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