Eco boost and downshifting for grades
Will the Eco boost being a 6 cyl vs a V8 have any impact on using the tranny to control our descent down steep grades?
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Believe me, when on the road the only concern I have is me and mine. I am happy to pull over when I can safely if the cars get piled up behind me but otherwise I go the speed I am comfortable with.
The reason I asked is the Expeditions are going to Eco boost and while getting up the hills the fastest isn't my top priority, I will need to replace one of ours eventually. I actually prefer the slower 03 for towing over the faster 07 because the 07 has a stiffer ride. I notice the difference in the power on the steepest of hills, I notice the difference in ride the whole trip.
The reason I asked is the Expeditions are going to Eco boost and while getting up the hills the fastest isn't my top priority, I will need to replace one of ours eventually. I actually prefer the slower 03 for towing over the faster 07 because the 07 has a stiffer ride. I notice the difference in the power on the steepest of hills, I notice the difference in ride the whole trip.
