Opinions on diesel vs. gasoline
Asking advice/opinions: Considering getting a Class C motorhome. We have had diesel truck with fifth wheel for many years. Diesel=power/torque. We travel a lot in the mountains-especially Colorado...
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Drew wrote "From a maintenance and repair and engine life perspective, the gas engines are just fine. They're unlikely to be worn out in a motorhome, and certainly not before the house part is very very tired and well-used."
Absolutely. The V-10 has been a proven engine that can easily take 300K with regular maintenance. I personally would not go with the new engine Ford put out until it proves itself. As always the public becomes the testing grounds for what works and what doesn't.
Don't spend $$ on a diesel because you see the difference in mileage ratings. As soon as it goes in for service your $$ saved goes to the mechanic. My Cambria ,30ft. towed either my Jeep or a 16 ft. trailer loaded heavy with no problem. Hills are hills, as was said, how fast do you want to go up hills.
I had my eye on a super C but never drove one to see what the engine noise would be like. That vehicle would need to go to a truck shop for maintenance. Tires? How much are they alone.
Rent what you have in mind for a weekend, money well spent.
Absolutely. The V-10 has been a proven engine that can easily take 300K with regular maintenance. I personally would not go with the new engine Ford put out until it proves itself. As always the public becomes the testing grounds for what works and what doesn't.
Don't spend $$ on a diesel because you see the difference in mileage ratings. As soon as it goes in for service your $$ saved goes to the mechanic. My Cambria ,30ft. towed either my Jeep or a 16 ft. trailer loaded heavy with no problem. Hills are hills, as was said, how fast do you want to go up hills.
I had my eye on a super C but never drove one to see what the engine noise would be like. That vehicle would need to go to a truck shop for maintenance. Tires? How much are they alone.
Rent what you have in mind for a weekend, money well spent.
