Looking at 24’ Class C’s with diesels...
Coming from TT and 5th wheels I’m now looking at 24’ Class C’s with the Mercedes motors and chassis. So far I’ve checked out Tiffin, Winnebago and the Jayco models. All seem quite similar as if they w...
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ron.dittmer wrote:
There are three main reasons to get a Mercedes Sprinter or Ford Transit diesel in the shorter lengths.
1) You plan to rack up many many miles, ..
2) The rig you love most is offered only in a diesel.
3) You simply like the idea of owning a diesel
Otherwise I feel you would be better off with a Ford E350 chassis, or the Chevy 3500 chassis.
Concur !
I guess the 4th would be you are planning on towing a large vehicle or heavy trailer and need the extra power.
Other than some additional power and maybe better resale, there really is no justification to buy a diesel these days with all of the emission controls that have ruined the fuel economy.
