RPM while towing
Should I be concerned about the RPMs that my motor will be turning? I have a 99 dodge with the 360 v8. I will be pulling from 2800-3000 rpm. The truck currently has 115k miles and pulling at full th...
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OK 99' Dodge 360 gas with unspecified trans. so I will say an auto. with OD and factory gears in rear OK.
First things first. As stated earlier you do have a great engine with that 360 however it is gasoline and they can and will struggle in the hills unless you get a taller gearset which can effect your mileage and cause premature wear to your powertrain as well as your drivetrain. If you are running any big hills on a regular basis then everything is as it should be unless you wish to convert to diesel which will give you the torque required for running heavy through the hills.
Good luck
First things first. As stated earlier you do have a great engine with that 360 however it is gasoline and they can and will struggle in the hills unless you get a taller gearset which can effect your mileage and cause premature wear to your powertrain as well as your drivetrain. If you are running any big hills on a regular basis then everything is as it should be unless you wish to convert to diesel which will give you the torque required for running heavy through the hills.
Good luck
