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BillMFl
Jan 08, 2015Explorer
Having owned 2 F350 Diesel trucks towing large 5th wheels and now owning a 38' V10 Gasser my only significant preference for a diesel powered vehicle is quieter ride and more power for steep grades. In my case, I'm not likely to be going out west every year like I used to and I'm not a full timer. Gassers have been upgraded a lot over the past few years, so under 40' you can have most of the same amenities at a far lower cost. The V10 tho a bit noisy in hill country is a proven reliable drive train based on the same components used in millions of commercial vehicles which is why it now is by far the dominate gas powered drive train for rvs. Ya I used to zoom up Loveland Pass at 70mph towing a 37' Montana but not likely to be doing those kind of grades anymore. The vast majority of my road time is spent on flat land with the occasional steep grade that lasts only minutes. Having said this I also believe that lifestyle is an important factor for many people who want the best coach they can afford and I fully understand why many folks are willing to spend big for a DP. I have a 43' Trawler with TWIN diesels that is a VERY expensive hobby. So I say you only live once so get what you personally want and don't worry about somebody else's opinion. My gasser gets me to/from Maine where I float on the boat in the summer!
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