GM 4.8 V8, 2500 series van
Will the 4.8 Chevrolet V-8 engine in the 2500 series vans pull a travel trailer OK? Of Gross Weight rating is over 8000 lbs on most of the vans I have seen but, a 4.8 seems a bit small for the job.
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Just a data point. Our Class C with the 6.0 and 6 speed is ~12,000 lbs loaded for bear. I think the rear end is 4.10. The motor handles it easily with no strain, including in the mountains. BUT that's 60HP more than a 4.8. I sure would not think the 4.8 is the right choice for your application.
