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Empty_Nest__Soo
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Jul 15, 2013

Tell me about your pre-EPA Cat C12 engine experience

We are considering a motorhome that is a little older (1999 model) and a little larger (nominally 40 feet, actually 41 feet and a couple of inches) than we had planned on, but it seems very nice and w...
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Ivylog
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Jul 16, 2013
Sounds like a Beaver Patriot Thunder... a great MH with 3406/425 HP Cat engine. Agree the Silver Leaf should know for sure and with a easy right foot, 55 mph cruise, and no big mountains, 12 might be possible. Not sure why we worry so much about MPG as the a difference of 1 MPG will be less than $300/year based on 7500 miles/year. If it has air over hydraulic brakes check for any recalls.

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