Top Class Bs for towing?
I enjoyed reading this thread about the top three Bs ( Top three Class B). Since it only focused on build quality I wonder if or how the list would change if you added the variable of towing into the...
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magicbus wrote:
I'm impressed with to Sprinter torque. It does really well in hilly country without a lot of automatic downshifting so I suspect it would tow well. BTW, the paddle shift is nice for using the engine to brake coming down hills.
Dave
I am converting long and tall Sprinter into ClassB and when everybody is amazed with torque my 4-cylinder delivers and even more with 22 mpg, the van doesn't have strong frame for lot of hitch weight.
On Sprinter forum you will find report that when hitch-equipped Sprinter was rear-ended, without excessive damage to rear door, the uniframe bend over the axle.
From what I read, the 5000 lb rated hitch is derated to 3500lb for the application.
MB also has "hill descent" programs who will keep the speed set on CC. It used turbo fins as exhaust brake. Did not try it on Sprinter yet, but all cars from 20 years have it.
