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carringb
Oct 25, 2013Explorer
I would agree with your mechanic. The 6.7L is a terrible in town car. My '08 got terrible "gas milaege" in town, and had numerous problems due to the short trips (big one being carbon buildup causing the turbo to stick which destroyed the transmission, along with cooling system issues).
8500 pounds is light enough to be pulled with any of the newer gas motors. I love my V10 but you don't need that much motor for 8500 pounds. A smaller motor would use less fuel in town, and still be adequate towing.
8500 pounds is light enough to be pulled with any of the newer gas motors. I love my V10 but you don't need that much motor for 8500 pounds. A smaller motor would use less fuel in town, and still be adequate towing.
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