Retarded Truck??
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Retarded Truck??
I just bought a F-350 with the 7.3L Diesel. It came with a BD Torq Loc and a BD Retarded switch. I think I understand the exhaust brake and torq loc function but the retarded switch has me puzzled. Anyone know what this does and when I should use it?
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Originally Posted by robertsmau
I just bought a F-350 with the 7.3L Diesel. It came with a BD Torq Loc and a BD Retarded switch. I think I understand the exhaust brake and torq loc function but the retarded switch has me puzzled. Anyone know what this does and when I should use it?
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I have never heard of a engine retarder for a 7.3 I wanted one for my 2000 F350 but I could not get any answers on that issue. So if any one knows any thing about it please speak up so I can buy one for my truck.
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If it's what I'm thinking it is, it's like a jake brake on a semi tractor, it uses the compression in the cylinders and back pressure from the exhaust to slow down the semi, instead of using the brakes. So instead of braking to slow down, you can flip the switch and use your "retarded" switch to turn on your exhaust brake, slowing your truck down. It'll help your brakes last a lot longer. And on the big rigs, it just sounds cool!! 
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