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Neweller · 10-21-2012, 05:56 AM

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635 6/17/2002 6:27:39 PM 6/18/2002 Bob Marlatt InsideGolf@cablespeed.com 1972 Newell Motor Coac h Leon, the Jake Brake you refer to is actually a transmission retarder. It is essentially a series of fins that spread out in the transmission and works against the transmission fluid. On your dash is heat-gauge for your transmission which is quite important when using the retarder because of the heat build-up from the friction between the fluid and the retarder fins.
Your's may actually work. The next time you're coasting down a hill, press the peddle and hold it for a while, it's slow in taking ffect, and see if it has an effect. I also have a '72 and have found this device to be quite a blessing coming off mountain passes.

10-21-2012, 05:56 AM	#43
Neweller Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Heartland Posts: 3,563	A 635 6/17/2002 6:27:39 PM 6/18/2002 Bob Marlatt InsideGolf@cablespeed.com 1972 Newell Motor Coac h Leon, the Jake Brake you refer to is actually a transmission retarder. It is essentially a series of fins that spread out in the transmission and works against the transmission fluid. On your dash is heat-gauge for your transmission which is quite important when using the retarder because of the heat build-up from the friction between the fluid and the retarder fins. Your's may actually work. The next time you're coasting down a hill, press the peddle and hold it for a while, it's slow in taking ffect, and see if it has an effect. I also have a '72 and have found this device to be quite a blessing coming off mountain passes. __________________ Ken Previous Owner of 3 Newell's Wanted: Newell Coach Needing Engine Replacement! If you want to sell, PM or Private Message me. Thanks! "I know I’m not perfect, and I don't live to be. But before you start pointing fingers, make sure your hands are clean." -Bob Marley