time for a diesel?
Hi all, I've been thinking about switching from our 5er to a motorhome. I really really like our 5er (Forest River Flagstaff 2020 529RLKS uvw 9531). But really we are more, travel to a campground ...
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Crespro wrote:
Hi,
I had a 400ISL on my prior RV, so understand and appreciate diesel engines. We have a 7.3 with 10 speed and 4.30 and it is fine for our 15K fifth wheel. About 10K miles, mostly in California. The tradeoff is 3,500 to 4,000 rpm on hills (perhaps 2% or 3% of towing) versus better operation and ride when not towing (about 45% of miles for us.) I understand why some like diesel engines, but for 15K or less, this is a solid option.
Best,
Charles
Finally a gasser post with realistic numbers.
Gassers tend to rev in the 3500-4000 RPM range diesels generally do not exceed 2500 or so. Ultimately that is the sound, performance, comfort, relaxation difference. It's a different experience at lower RPM
