Is there a Diesel or Gas break point?
I'm strongly considering upgrading to a 250/2500 or larger truck and I was wondering if there is break point where diesels just make more sense than gas. I know that as a rule diesels are better at p...
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I tow 13,000 pounds with my V10, pretty much full time as it's really a dedicated tow rig at this point. I tow up to 18,000 on occasion, and that's about the max I'd pull in the mountains. I don't think I could hold the speed limit, going any heavier.
To tow well, I did have to upgrade the intake and exhaust, and re-geared it. The lower gears made the biggest difference, but of course carry fuel penalty when not towing. But it improved towing fuel economy, so for me, it works.
I'll probably keep towing with it too, because it can limp home with fairly significant damage. Lose a radiator in a new diesel, and you won't make it far. I've had plenty of diesel work trucks, and having seen the repair bills when they get out of warranty, I have zero desire to own one.
To tow well, I did have to upgrade the intake and exhaust, and re-geared it. The lower gears made the biggest difference, but of course carry fuel penalty when not towing. But it improved towing fuel economy, so for me, it works.
I'll probably keep towing with it too, because it can limp home with fairly significant damage. Lose a radiator in a new diesel, and you won't make it far. I've had plenty of diesel work trucks, and having seen the repair bills when they get out of warranty, I have zero desire to own one.
