Trailer RV Selection
Hi all, First time - soon to be full time - Rv'er here. Sorry to throw another "help me pick an RV" into an already busy forum, however, I'd appreciate, and welcome any feedback. My TV will be m...
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afidel wrote:
Sure, you're well inside all manufacturers specifications. Only you will be able to decide if the screaming 2.7 is something you can put up with long term. Plenty of diesel folks say they can't stand a V8 at 3k RPM due to noise, I hardly notice it, you might be the same with the 2.7 =)
It "should" have to run about the same trans gear and rpms for the same load with a 5.0. Will have more tq at lower rpms and pull a little "thicker" than the 5.0 and give up a little power to the 5.0 on the top end.
Overall, the only "better" options are a 3.5 Eco boost, big V8 from another mfg or a HD diesel.
I qualify with "should" based on the numbers as I haven't driven a 2.7 Eco, but would have zero issue tugging that trailer with a 6 speed 5.0 V8, with many miles doing so.
Bottom line, the truck will pull and handle the OP's trailer considerations safely and with adequate power.
