Typical Class C GAS mileage
All, I am sure this question has been asked many times. But, I could not find anything using 'SEARCH' that was pertinent. We considered a Class A. But, maneuverability and gas mileage consider...
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Desert Captain wrote:The E350 with the latest 6-speed transmission includes another change. It comes with the same rear axle gear ratio as the E450. So if he has an E350, he might be okay with the tow-haul off because of his naturally lighter load along with that change.The Logans wrote:If you are not using Tow haul you are slowly but surely cooking your transmission. Engaging TH even on relatively minor grades will drop your trans fluid temps by 12 - 14 degrees. Not much of an issue now but come summer.... Not only does the use of TH provide for a cooler running trans it also makes it much more efficient.
We drive by the tach, with the 6 speed tranny, 2,200 RPM gets us about 58 MPH, and 11.2 MPG. We never have to use tow/haul anymore, since we got the V10 / 6 speed combination.
Tow Haul is there for a number of very good reasons and should be used most of the time the exception being if you are running nearly empty, well under your GVWR. Add a Scan Gauge {or comparable display}, and start monitoring your trans fluid temps and you will quickly see the damage you have been doing by leaving TH off. Your owners manual will have additional TH usage tips was well.
