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To the Tech's. Have you ever seen a 6.0 psd with an exhaust brake? In particular the BD brake. If so did the motor have problems because of the brake? I have heard not to use one but have never heard from anyone that is actually using one. So I am looking for facts not fiction. I know this subject has been discussed but I still need some more info. The BD brake talks to the turbo and sensors so I would think it should be safe to use. I just wonder if the excess exhaust would coke up the motor?
Thanks Mike
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The brake will only cause problems if you were to leave it on 100% of the time. Once the brake is opened and you get on it you clean out any build up. I installed one on a customers truck and it worked well.
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I have a regular customer hear that has the bd brake on his and he doesnt have any problems it at all.
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Does it make that great jake brake sound?
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An exhaust brake and a Jake Brake are 2 different things so I'd say no, if you're looking for that true "Jake Brake" sound a rig with one makes.
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I know they are to diffrent things, I love the sound of a jake brake, but they dont make them for a 6.0 so I was woundering if the exhaust brake had a loud sound to it like a jake brake, or close to one?
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Well, it seems not many use an exhaust brake. In my research it seems safe to use one. I have yet to hear from any one that has had any motor fail-er related to the brake. Since the BD brake releases exhaust back pressure way before what the motor can handle I would assume that it is safe on the valves and heads and all. I am thinking its time to get one installed. If and or when I do I will report back on my experience with it.
Mike
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2005 F350 6.0 PSD srw lb sc Zf6 speed
mods: BD exhaust brake- Dura flap mud flaps-Piaa back up lights-Wilson cell amp and antenna-Midwest short throw shifter--C-Betr mirrors-Burning B100
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