waltblackburn
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I live here in Western Colorado, so any where I go I have to go over major mountain passes. Having driven trucks all my life in Colorado I had my allison pre-select changed from 2nd gear to 6th. This way I can control the gear selection on the e-brake with the RPM's of the engine. I agree with the posts brakeing solution of using hard brake to slow down and not use continuelly. If your not knowledgeable or have truck driving experience this may not be a good option for a newbi.
Alaska/Yukon Highway
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We drove the road last summer (2010). It is gravel the entire way. 30mph most of the way. Watch your step and no problem. I would recommend crossing the ferry EARLY morning-- 0700. We went over at 8:30 and didn't get across till after lunch.