New Rig

Likes to tow wrote:
The diesel world changed in 2012 models and not for the better!!

If one thinks that the old diesels were better with their low HP, stink, rattle and smoke, there must be a time warp in here.

I took delivery of a 7.3 Superduty last week and have not had the opportunity to tow with it yet but I have made a 300 mile day trip non towing in Eastern Kentucky. I was very impressed with the MPG driving at 55-60. At one point the computer said 18.4 but overall on my return home it read 17.2! Some of this trip was country roads that were hilly and some of it was in stop and go traffic but overall I would say the majority of the trip was on flat terrain. I'm very impressed with this engine. I think it will be a towing beast and should certainly cause those who pay the extra $9000 for a diesel something to consider. This new 7.3 push rod engine is going to be a game changer. My previous truck was a Ram 5.9 so I'm accustomed to the torque of a diesel. My 5th wheel weighs about 10K loaded for a trip. From what I have read towing over 14k would probably give you a reason to consider a modern DEF diesel. The diesel world changed in 2012 models and not for the better!!

Beautiful rig, OP! The Ford 7.3L is going to be a great engine; please let us know how it is after you've towed with it. :C

RVnet photo posting

Nice truck, and 5th wheel.

Great looking combo ! !

Good luck, Happy Camping..

Joe

Thank you for the help and the nice words. Is there a tutorial somewhere for posting the pics?

Let me help post the pic



Looks like a great FW, and a super SuperDuty!

Jerry

Having trouble putting pics in message but did get the new rig in my signature. Towed home about 60 miles cruise set at 65 in 10th gear.....absolutely love the new truck ( so far).

Hope the OP comes back, with another rig pic attempt. That FW will be a good test for the new gasser!

Jerry

no pictures? It didn't happen then..........:B