Devocamper wrote:
Ductape wrote:
Our coach scales around 19k and the toad 6k. With the larger coach and small toad you'll be close to that. 30-35 mph is what we have been down to on some of the worst western grades in 2nd gear. It still has some reserve power at that speed.
Haven't yet been passed under such conditions by a 40k lb diesel rig, but maybe someday it will happen.
Thanks for the replies. Ductape When you encounter these conditions 30-35 mph what range of rpm is the V10 turning? I know I am not going to like the high RPM on the gas engines after so long with the diesel truck it will take some getting used to. Are there any past issues with over heating on the Ford chassis with the V10? I know the overheating can be related to the manufactures front end design but looking for any history
Thanks
mike
Note a 6K toad is over capacity for his motor home - on our V10 ford we stayed under 5K on the toad and all was fine - I think I passed a truck going up hill once. If you stick to the interstate highways the grade is a maximum of 6-7 % grade in the rules
