For the gas RV Fifth Wheel Hauler's out here.
Hi everyone, I've been researching for a used 6 sitter truck. That can tow a fifth wheel GVWR 17K. Boy, it is truly a mind blowing experience! I started with diesel. But, from my research. Diesel...
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Funny that everybody here is screaming for diesels.
By far and large, most motorhomes on the road come with the V10. The larger F53s are good for 30,000 combined.The 450 V10 is rated for over 20,000 pounds towing.
I just hauled back another one of our broken diesel trucks (an '08 F550 with only 124,000 miles), from the Bay Area to Portland, using my trusty V10 with 445,000 miles which has never left me stranded.
#1 reason to go with a diesel: *OMG downshifts!!!!*
Granted, towing 17k at elevation frequently would be a good reason to need forced induction. Occasional towing in New England? A gas engine will pull every grade and still keep up with traffic...
By far and large, most motorhomes on the road come with the V10. The larger F53s are good for 30,000 combined.The 450 V10 is rated for over 20,000 pounds towing.
I just hauled back another one of our broken diesel trucks (an '08 F550 with only 124,000 miles), from the Bay Area to Portland, using my trusty V10 with 445,000 miles which has never left me stranded.
#1 reason to go with a diesel: *OMG downshifts!!!!*
Granted, towing 17k at elevation frequently would be a good reason to need forced induction. Occasional towing in New England? A gas engine will pull every grade and still keep up with traffic...
