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DrewE
Mar 10, 2021Explorer II
Engines were the same until the 3 valve V10 was introduced (for the F53, not for the E series).
Transmissions are the same.
Axles and differentials differ, of course--and also differ based on the specific ratings and options of the particular chassis. The suspension designs also differs, most notably in the front axle: a solid axle with leaf springs for the F53, and the (rather basic) twin I-beam independent front suspension setup with coil springs on the E series.
There are a few small Class A's that are built on bare E series chassis rather than the F53 chassis, but they're definitely the exception rather than the rule.
Transmissions are the same.
Axles and differentials differ, of course--and also differ based on the specific ratings and options of the particular chassis. The suspension designs also differs, most notably in the front axle: a solid axle with leaf springs for the F53, and the (rather basic) twin I-beam independent front suspension setup with coil springs on the E series.
There are a few small Class A's that are built on bare E series chassis rather than the F53 chassis, but they're definitely the exception rather than the rule.
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