Re: Gearbox 700R4 in Clipper 5647

Posted by Owen_Dyneto On 2016/3/13 8:53:27

The Twin Ultramatic does provide engine compression braking in all forward ranges while the direct drive clutch is engaged.

I'm in sympathy with your concerns about the brakes in exceptionally hilly conditions with long or very steep descents, I had a couple of scary moments in my '56 Caribbean some years back in such country. Since then when driving in such conditions I make use of more engine compression by using "L" more regularly and I haven't had a repeat of that scare since I've changed my driving habits.