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CarlAda · 02-07-2020, 07:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Jean n Steve

Got that right. We get 6 MPG on ours. We've only had it for a year, though, so maybe there's hope.

We've averaged about 5.8 mpg over the life of the coach. I've found that I get near 7 when driving on the flats, but it's the hills and mountains that kill us. I don't worry too much about it anymore. It's just part of enjoying our coach.

Jean n Steve · 02-12-2020, 04:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CarlAda

We've averaged about 5.8 mpg over the life of the coach. I've found that I get near 7 when driving on the flats, but it's the hills and mountains that kill us. I don't worry too much about it anymore. It's just part of enjoying our coach.

Yep, the mileage was no surprise and you just budget for it and drive on!

garbear1 · 02-23-2020, 02:30 AM

Go with Cummins 600, stay away from 650. Get a pre 2009, no later than 08 because it's the ones with the emissions that are causing all the problems

HJLowell · 02-23-2020, 03:08 AM

Detroit's
CATS
Cummins
Stick with 450 plus HP.
Big Blocks
Millions of all 3 in boats, trucks, generator 's
Around the world running 24 /7 in all conditions.
Properly systematically serviced they are all very dependable.

RVs
Many owners buying a DP have no clue as to operating and maintaining a Commercial Diesel.

#1 basic
Clean fuel
#2. Basic
Never skimp on fuel filters.
Many post about , didnt know to chang filters?
Where are my fuel filters ?
How many do I have ?
Got towed or stranded because I didn't know ? To check radiator cleanliness, coolant level. Air filter ? #1 Fuel filters
Or I didn't want to spend $80. ??? On fuel filters.
Or
I never changed a fuel filter on my car.
Why a Diesel???

Buy the big blocks
Spend the $$$$ to service.
Enjoy.

Yes
There are exceptions
Cooling is a issue in some units, manufacturers ??? Lack of quality.
Going cheap on radiator size and quality.
Lack of R&D concerning air flow and engine cooling.
Engine quality control at times ?
It happens.
But as the above posters say.
Research.
Overall, they are all good.
You only read about the rare faults.failures.
Again
Service , maintenance = Happy trouble free miles.
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