06 Ford Chassis or Workhorse Same year ??
Was wanting to know if anyone has had the 8.1 Workhorse chassis and the newer 06 Ford chassis with more HP, what one was better as to performance, fuel mileage, handling, transmission, repairs, etc. ...
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I went through the same research before I purchased my 2005 Bounder 32W on a 04 Workhorse W20 chassis. IMHO the 8.1 GM engine with Allison transmission (5spd with grade brake) was superior to the Ford of the same vintage. The 06 ford most likely has the 04/05 engine and tranny as the 3 valve V10 engine was not introduced until 06. (I believe Ford skipped designating a 05 drive train) Workhorse introduced the 6spd Allison in 06. Ford was much more competitive after the 06 upgrades. I have been very happy with the Bounder. Good luck!
Jack H
Jack H
