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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If you are shopping for the van, then look for the 6.0 and 6 speed transmission.
It will be much better for towing, and "practically" the same when not towing. I spent a week with a 4.8, and it may have achieved 1-2 mpg better over the week.
It will be much better for towing, and "practically" the same when not towing. I spent a week with a 4.8, and it may have achieved 1-2 mpg better over the week.
