Ecodiesel: 19.46 MPG Towing 7,020 lbs.
dieselpowermag.com: Ram 1500 Ecodiesel vs. Ram 2500 CTD comparison (dated Feb 24,2014). dieselpowermag.com link In this comparison the Ram 1500 Ecodiesel got 19.46 MPG towing a 7,020 lb. load on...
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Hybridhunter wrote:
They are running hot partially because they aren't very powerful engines, they are running "WOT", actually fully fueled and full boost would be more accurate.
Probably not the end of the world, but the old theory that running the nuts off of something is bound to reduce its lifespan.
Well that could be said for the Ford Eco-Boost engines also. A V-6 gas with twin turbos towing a 7-10,000# TT will be at WOT and full boost also. But everyone is OK with that and claim they will run for ever. So why would this be an issue in a diesel that is built for this?
Don
