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pianotuna
Nomad III
Mar 21, 2022

Is it time to "chip" the V-10 in an E-450 class C?

Hi, With fuel prices going through the roof, is it time to "chip" the V-10 engine with the idea of saving fuel? RV is from 2004 so a four speed. I do drive 49 mph (78 kph) and do get 8 to 10 MPG...
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pianotuna
Nomad III
Mar 28, 2022
Mex,

I've increased my tire height and it did make a small improvement. The best part was very little tail dragging on entrances to gas stations.

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