8100 Vortex in a Motorhome

[Scarab0088]

Originally Posted by harleyjt

Actually, Ford doesn't make the V10 Viper, Chrysler (Dodge Division) does. Its currently 8.4 L.
jt

Yep...and wouldn't it be a hoot to have a 640HP big block 8.4L V10 in an RV. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Viper_engine

I know the idea will give the DP crowd the hives (yes, I know torque is king for slow going) but wow!

Safe travels

[harleyjt]

Originally Posted by Scarab0088

Yep...and wouldn't it be a hoot to have a 640HP big block 8.4L V10 in an RV. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Viper_engine

I know the idea will give the DP crowd the hives (yes, I know torque is king for slow going) but wow!

Safe travels

Viper engine probably isn't that well suited for RV use. However, I am a little surprised that no one ever used the Dodge V10 that was used in some of the 3/4 and 1 ton trucks for several years. It was a real hoss.
jt

[dieselclacker]

Cause its a Chrysler product, probably.

[WeatherTodd]

Originally Posted by harleyjt

I've only had my MH about 6 mos now and have only been on 2 trips. I have been impressed with how quiet the 8.1 engine is. It does get noisy however, when the cooling fans kick on. I've been very pleased so far with how well it runs and how quiet and very smooth it is.
jt

Have you changed the coolant and thermostat? It was a night & day difference for me running in the Southeast in 100% humidity & 90 degree temps. Rarely does my rig go over 190 degrees except in stop/go traffic. Highest Ive see is 208 degrees then. I run ~30% glycol content as well.