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Explorer

Oct 27, 2020

Another 6.6 gas question

I've really been curious about this engine. I know they should have put the ten speed with it but I'd bet the six speed works pretty good. I don't see any indications that the ten will be hooked to it at least through 2021. I'm thinking by now there would be a number of folks here running this engine.
So what do you think? How's the power and mileage. I don't really care if you've had the 6.o since I've had a couple. Just digging for any info on the new 6.6.
Thanks!

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25 Replies

kellem
Explorer
Oct 27, 2020
Chevy ain't letting Ford run away.
6.6 is a great engine and 10sp coming.
LITEPHIL
Explorer
Oct 27, 2020
Geo*Boy wrote:
Wait for the 10 speed transmission and 4.10 rear gears.

I don't think they'll ever go back to a 4.10 gear since even the 6 speed has a 4.030 1st gear as compared to the 4L80 with a 2.4 1st gear that needed a 4.10
Geo_Boy
Explorer II
Oct 27, 2020
Wait for the 10 speed transmission and 4.10 rear gears.
LITEPHIL
Explorer
Oct 27, 2020
Would have to wait and hope for a 2022. May end up doing that.But, I'd bet that six is about as reliable as they come.
Lwiddis
Explorer II
Oct 27, 2020
Regarding transmissions, the 10 is really nice. I'd wait for it if you can.