Gas or Diesel?? which is better
We are planning to upgrade our travel trailer to a Class A motorhome and plan to travel extensively around the United States. We have been told by folks with diesel pushers that we "must" purchase a ...
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MRUSA wrote:
But if having the best driving and camping experience is the goal, you can’t beat a diesel pusher.
The diesel drives, rides and handles better, but it is also usually better even when parked. The diesel will normally have bigger water and waste tanks and more batteries so you can boondock longer. More storage. And the creature comforts such as heating, air conditioning, entertainment etc. are generally upgraded on the diesels as well.
So if you want the most in comfort and convenience, its the diesel. The gasser will get you there, but the diesel does it with more comfort, convenience, and style.
If you are interested in replacing your stock fuel tank on your truck for a larger tank i.e.50, 60, 75 gallons, you need to go with diesel. The larger auxiliary or replcement fuel tanks are not available for gas engines. There are some tanks available to carry in the back of your truck bed but you have to siphon or pump the fuel into your regular fuel tank. Diesel engines have more power when towing RV's, which is better when climbing hills and you have an exhaust brake or can have one installed. I would not tow an RV without an exhaust brake!
