Chevrolet Based Class C *UPDATED AGAIN*
I do not want to start a war or a bunch of flaming, but I have to ask. What are the problems with a Chevrolet Based Class C? Other than they are hard to find. They are easier to find now I have rea...
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dleslie125 wrote:Mich F wrote:
I believe for 2013 the Chevy 3500 has a GVWR of 12,300# with a GCWR of 15,800#. The Ford E350 has a GVWR of 11,500# with a GCWR of 18,500#.
Yes, those are the numbers reported by Winnebago for specs of one of their C Minnie Winnies.
The 15,800 GCWR could leave one with a very minimal selection of toads. From what I could see Forest River/Coachmen and Thor are no longer using the 3500 and that is likely the reason. The 4500 makes more sense if one wants a GM chassis.
Forest River rates the E350 at a GVWR of 12,500# with the same 18,500# GCWR.
Whichever numbers one goes with the Fords seem to have a higher tow rating.
