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Re: Cummins Hit with 1.7Billion for Emissions Defeat Devices
My guess is that Cummins did what got VW in trouble, that is detect whether the truck was on the road or on the test dyno and then adjust the engine settings accordingly. It is a lot more challenging to measure emissions on the highway than on the test dyno so it is rarely done. It could be that a programmer put in the code for that without many people knowing, figuring that no one would notice. That is what happened at VW Computer code can be hard to read and I am sure that there is quite a lot of for that engine. So nobody else noticed until they went looking for it.2.1KViews0likes5CommentsRe: Surge or Electric brake tow dolly
You might be surprised how far I have backed mine up. A high mounted camera on the back of a motorhome makes is possible to see much more how the car and tow dolly are positioned and what steering actions are required. Backing up an empty tow dolly is a piece of cake with that eye in the sky. Try it sometime.1.9KViews0likes0CommentsRe: Ford f150 Payload
The max payload package came with a frame that was about 200lbs heavier and a sturdier rear axle. For years the 3.73 rear axle and the max payload package came together. The miniscule difference in the gearing between 3.55 and 3.73 axles doesn't justify having a different axle, it is the weight capacity of each that is important. "why would you want a 9klb 8 lug? Lol" Simple. I actually prefer the F150 EcoBoost over a 3/4 ton for my business but the IRS won't let me write of an F150 as a business expense. Go 8,800 lbs or more and it is no problem. Actually, the PowerBoost would be very attractive. I have tried both diesel and gas 3/4 ton trucks pulling my 12,000lb trailer and wasn't impressed with either on for the short trips that I do.3KViews0likes13CommentsRe: Ford f150 Payload
Ford is no longer accepting orders for 2023 F150's and it seems that the max payload package is not going to offered in 2024. The 2024 towing guide has not been released yet but the some dealers are publishing the following specs for the 2024 F150: Best-in-class maximum towing capacity of 13,500 pounds Best-in-class available payload of 2,455 pounds Ford has copyrighted the F200 moniker. Nothing is certain other than that but I am hoping for 9,000lb gvwr truck with 8 lug wheels and a hybrid engine. The LT265/70R18C tires are no longer available either. To get maximum towing you have been required to get 20" tires anyway. I have the LT265/70R18C tires on my 2016 F150 and really like them. I don't understand why they are no longer offered.2.9KViews0likes16Comments
