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timmac
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Mar 21, 2016

2016 F-53 New 6 Speed trans BUT Less HP, Is It Worth It ?

I see the new 2016 F-53 is out with the 6 speed transmission, but is has 42 less HP. WHAT ? 2016 F-53 Motorhome Stripped Chassis and F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis. The dependable 6.8L features a...
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jlud
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Mar 21, 2016
It's not 42 less hp through the curve, it's at the point where measured which I believe is around 3,000 rpms. I believe it's the exact same engine, but either way the benefits from the gear ratio are a plus.

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