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Forum: Diesel Discussion

01-10-2005, 09:34 AM

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Normal performance; or something wrong

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Posted By Brian Carlton

Dave, with 525 lb. in the vehicle, I think it...

Dave, with 525 lb. in the vehicle, I think it should have maintained 60 mph without a forced downshift to third. If not, then definitely check the boost.

Pick up a boost gauge on e-bay for...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

01-09-2005, 06:50 PM

Replies: 15

Normal performance; or something wrong

Views: 1,570

Posted By Brian Carlton

There is normally very little traffic up on that...

There is normally very little traffic up on that mountain. I've passed quite a few trucks going 15 mph and buses doing 40 mph. I've passed some gassers doing 50-55 on the grade.

Nobody has...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

01-08-2005, 09:47 PM

Replies: 15

Normal performance; or something wrong

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Posted By Brian Carlton

You fellows have got to realize this hill. It's...

You fellows have got to realize this hill. It's brutal on the 617. The SD manages to hold 65 mph in high gear all the way up, until the last 1/2 mile. Then the hill gets a bit steeper and it falls...

Forum: Diesel Discussion

01-08-2005, 09:15 PM

Replies: 15

Normal performance; or something wrong

Views: 1,570

Posted By Brian Carlton

Are you talking about that five mile upgrade on...

Are you talking about that five mile upgrade on I-64 about 50 miles east of the I-77 junction? IIRC it is a 5-6% grade?

BTW, how can three adults, luggage, and a 125 lb. dog = 525 lbs. :confused:

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