Automatic Truck
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Adam I don't know of any Paid CDL Training Programs that teaches using an automatic. Eventually that may change since all of the major carriers are transitioning to auto-shift configurations in their trucks.
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Most big companies you will end up being in an automatic. Don't be worried about learning on manual it's not that difficult and having an understanding of shifting will help when you can't use your Jake's in an automatic on a downgrade.
C.R. England is 100% automatics now, and teaches and tests only in automatics.
Don't be worried about learning on manual it's not that difficult and having an understanding of shifting will help when you can't use your Jake's in an automatic on a downgrade.
Why can't I use my Jake with my autoshift on downhill grades?
I think he is referring to downhills in areas where engine brakes are prohibited.
I think he is referring to downhills in areas where engine brakes are prohibited.
More likely Gladhand is referring to NOT using the engine brake (Jake) descending a grade in the rain.
Maybe. I use mine, unless prohibited by local laws or weather conditions, everywhere.
Keep in mind the newer truck retarders are muffled and don't make the loud, window shaking noise. I use the retarder a lot, and, with my windows down, I can hardly hear a difference. So you should be OK.
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