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RE: time for a diesel?
Hi,
I had a 400ISL on my prior RV, so understand and appreciate diesel engines. We have a 7.3 with 10 speed and 4.30 and it is fine for our 15K fifth wheel. About 10K miles, mostly in California. The tradeoff is 3,500 to 4,000 rpm on hills (perhaps 2% or 3% of towing) versus better operation and ride when not towing (about 45% of miles for us.) I understand why some like diesel engines, but for 15K or less, this is a solid option.
Best,
Charles
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Crespro
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04/14/23 12:47pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: New Super Duty on order
Hi,
The 7.3 with the ten speed works fine for me with about 15K fifth wheel. If I were to go larger, I would suggest a diesel, but up to 15K, even with the 3.73, you are fine.
Charles
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Crespro
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02/12/23 06:39pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: DISCUSSION: 8 ft + crew cab vs. SUV
Changed from a Buick Enclave to an F-250 with long bed. 22 feet long, but able to go into parking ramps and parking lots. Good choice for towing with 48 gallon tank. Yes, when I fill up and pay the CA gas tax, I feel patriotic!
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Crespro
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01/23/23 03:36pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Then what?
The energy density of a battery needs to about double for the 3/4 ton or one ton pickup to be competitive. Perhaps by 2032 or 2035 it will happen. There is worldwide research underway to do that.
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Crespro
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12/29/22 05:55pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Exhaust brake quit working
Lets try this again! Need some help. Cummins 400 isl, spartan chasis 2006 travel supreme.
I guess next will be taking it to a tech!
First, Brett and Larry know much more about exhaust brakes than I do. That said, when my 2005 400ISL exhaust brake failed after about ten years, on the theory that brakes are important, I replaced it with an upgraded model.
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Crespro
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10/28/22 10:01am |
Class A Motorhomes
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