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nothermark · 11-02-2018, 06:16 AM

When I'm seated either cab is fine as far as I am concerned. I seldom even try to go back through the cab as I am almost always getting out the side door so I can walk around the unit to check things or go about my business. That is so much of a habit that I am leery of an A because of the lack of a drivers door. The odd times I head for the rear without going out I find it manageable as I just slide my inside foot into the center aisle and stand up enough to get out of the seat. That's for a mid sized overweight fellow with replaced knees and hips.

Ret.LEO · 11-22-2018, 10:15 AM

The J-Ride that's on Jayco's Class C's along with the Entegra Class C's takes care of the suspension add-ons

mikeh2obury · 11-22-2018, 02:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Michael1955

Are there known RV Manufacturers that have addressed the Heat, Noise and Cramped Quarters to at least alleviate some of those issues that the Ford E450 is known for? From all the posts pointing out the POSITIVES of the increased towing and carrying capacity, it seems folks just accept the tradeoff.

Also does the Ford E350 have the same issues, just less muscle for the towing?

I've not purchased yet, still researching, and leaning towards the Chevy Chassis for the improved cabin room, even though there are fewer RV models available with the Chevy.

Any and all comments are appreciated.

Thanks! Michael

We have the chevy chassis on the 24RS with great storage out and in and comfortable room in cabin. Chevy engine is great for anything under 27’ but I would suggest the ford engine for anything over that length and I am a chevy guy.

mparus1 · 12-18-2018, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Harvard

E350/E450 Caster should be set in the range of +5 to +6.

I have heard it both ways?

NRR · 12-18-2018, 02:57 PM

I did what Harvard suggested to my last class C on an E350 chassis. He is right. It made a world of difference on the highway.

Harvard · 12-18-2018, 03:06 PM

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Originally Posted by mparus1

I have heard it both ways?

Caster is always + and only +, camber is + or - of 0.0 degrees

EdInArk · 12-18-2018, 03:13 PM

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Originally Posted by BFL

My wife and I are waiting on delivery of our new class C which has a Ford 450 V10 in it.
I would like to hear the pro and cons from experienced rivers out there.
Thanks, Ben

That's probably an E450 chassis with a 6.8 liter V-10. We had a class C on that chassis for a while and liked it. It drives kind of like a pickup, has a driver and passenger door with roll-down windows, etc.

carlsojr · 12-20-2018, 01:26 PM

It's been a coupla months since you posted, I know, but I want to tell you that we are on our 3rd Ford chassis. #1 was a '98 30 ft C, Ford "E-Type" a precursor to the Titan, 10cyl. #2 was a '07 31' A on the F53 chassis with a larger Titan V10. #3 is a '18 E450 V10 carrying a 25" C. ALL were/are monster power plants. They have an extra fan for when your demanding more, kinda sounds like an airplane engine when it kicks in, but then it shuts down when it's no longer needed. The 1st was pretty slow going up our Colorado passes, but could not be stopped! the 2nd way more powerful but a lot more coach to haul, but Tow/Haul was then in place (indispensable for down hill!). the 3rd is a smaller coach so more peppy, with more than enough power to keep up speed, except that we have always towed a Wrangler, which weighs 4500 lbs, and yet we make much better time up the same passes we drove the other 2 over for years. (Tow/Haul works uphill, too, it shifts down sooner so helps to keep your speed up).
So, bottom line: I prefer the Ford powerplant. Reliability: NEVER had an engine repair required. Granted, we drive someplace & it sits while we Jeep off and up and down, so not excessive miles. But we just put 4100 miles on #3 since April, and the only problem was my mechanic left the lid on the coolant loose so that splashed out some, and I had to add some. Human error, and the Ford still ran like always, which is that once up to temperature, it never wavers. Up 6% grades, down 8% grades, that needle stays put. Using Tow/haul or not, mountains or flatland, desert or mountains. Just get the oil/lube done on a regular basis that fits your travel schedule. Always before storage, & usually after, at least. (If stored for only 2-3 months, not really necessary after, but if you're looking at 6 months, for sure). When we bought #3 I wouldn't even look at a Chevy, because we'd driven 2 rigs all over the mountain west and desert west with nothing going wrong with the Ford. The motorhome coach? That's another story, they're always spoiled brats that need constant attention. But the Ford? Doesn't care about anything except going and going.

avfordguy · 12-21-2018, 10:11 PM

I agree with carlsojr, had multiple v10 fords one with 4r100 trans 2 with 5r110 torque shift with tow haul, awesome been out west and at max gcwr, and in 110 degree heat, never a problem the v10 will get you there no matter what, it's been around for 30 years in super duty,F53 and E350/450's as they say tried and proven for 30 years, its bulletproof both engine,trans and chassis.