Retarder V Jake
My vote is in favor of the Jake. Descending a steep grade the retarder would have the greatest effect, but then looking at the temp gauge going off the scale, the retarder becomes ineffective as the oil goes beyond the boiling point. Now you are on the brakes to keep the temp down. Over several years I noticed low mile coaches that were advertised with rebuilt transmissions. The only thing that caught my attention was that they all were equipped with retarders. I know you all with retarders wont want to hear this but a Jake is a set and forget it, and with the retarder you must monitor the trans oil temp or face future maintenance problems. IMHO Sorry
Ed
CaptMogul & Sandy
2002 Royale XLII D/S
2013 Toyota Tacoma
PRAY FOR OUR TROOPS & THEIR FAMILIES