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FMF_Doc_B
Explorer
May 20, 2019

2018 Navigator 6mpg when towing 8k lb camper Ecoboost

Hello, First time towing with 18 Navigator L 4x4 Ecoboost with 25k miles. We have a 34' camper that's 8k lb packed (7k on trailer axles, 1k on navi) using a weight distribution hitch. Got it dialed i...
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Groover
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May 29, 2019
1320Fastback wrote:
75mph is 23% less efficient than 55mph. THERE IS NOTHING YOU CAN DO ABOUT THAT.


40% better at 55mph is more realistic. Slowing down to 65 would probably get you up around 8mpg and letting the computer manage shifts is definitely worth a try.

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