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DrewE
Apr 24, 2019Explorer II
The top two gear ratios are the same between the two transmissions, I believe, so there's not a whole lot of difference on the highway where it generally is in one of those two gears (and the gap between them is plenty large). That being said, the controller for the five speed is rather more sophisticated and it has tow/haul mode rather than a simple overdrive off, and tow/haul is a definite plus for a motorhome.
Both are pretty reliable transmissions if given appropriate care and feeding. The five speed might be a little bit sturdier overall, possibly.
Both are pretty reliable transmissions if given appropriate care and feeding. The five speed might be a little bit sturdier overall, possibly.
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