Danattherock wrote:
I'm going with the 6.4 Hemi. Thanks for your insights. Saw your YouTube video just now and I'm certain I will have no issues pulling a 6-7k lb Airstream after seeing you get up to speed with your 5th wheeler that doubles my weight. Thanks. I will spend that $11k on beer, firewood, and marshmallows for the kids. Hah.
Dan
ib516's posts and video were a big influence in my decision to go with a 6.4L Hemi for my own truck. My overall experience mirrors his pretty well.
I tow a TT about the same weight as your Aistream will be, but less aerodynamic than an Airstream. I've never struggled on a grade, and I've been extremely pleased with mine as a daily driver as well.
I've had a Cummins before, but my extremely short daily driver routine was a bad match for a diesel (although bigger real-life factors prompted the change, not the engine). The Hemi is easier to live with for my situation. I'll absolutely go back to a diesel someday when I work less, and tow more. Until then, the 6.4L is a pretty easy compromise. It gets the job done with no drama at all.
I hope you enjoy yours as much as I like mine.
