Hey guys ! I been looking for a long time and finally came across a diesel pusher that might fit my life style. I do a lot of racing and traveling so I figured finding something I will be comfortable in while I travel is important. I came across a 1998 Holiday Rambler Endeavor with a Freightliner chassis and a 5.9 ISB cummins ( turned up to 300HP ) and a 6 speed Allison transmission. I tow a 32FT enclosed race trailer that weights in about 8300IBS stocked up with the car and parts. I do intend to u I do understand some hills might be a bit challenging but otherwise will this coach do the job ?
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Couple of things would concern me. Besides the tune on the Cummins can the transmission handle the extra output from engine and a heavy load. I would be concerned going up any hills of major incline with that heavy of a load. What is the hitch rated for on the RV? What is the GCWR of the RV. I would bet a dollar to a donut you will be over.
If not take it for a drive, Take it up some steep hills and see how it takes them. If it struggles some which I suspect it will, imagine how it will do with 8300# behind it.
1998 37WDS Specifications
Sleeps4
Slides1
Length37 ft 10 in
Ext Width8 ft 5 in
Ext Height12 ft
Int Height6 ft 6 in
Hitch Weight4000 lbs
Gross Weight24850 lbs
Cargo Weight2650 lbs
Fresh Water Capacity80 gals
Grey Water Capacity52 gals
Black Water Capacity52 gals
Tire Size22.5
Generator6.5KW Onan LP
Fuel TypeDiesel
EngineCummins ISB 5.9L
ChassisFreightliner
Horsepower275 hp
Fuel Capacity90 gals
Wheelbase242 in
Available Beds2
Torque660 ft-lb
Refrigerator TypeNorcold
Convection CookingYes
Cooktop Burners3
Number of Awnings2
Axle Weight Front9350 lbs
Axle Weight Rear15500 lbs
LP Tank Capacity32
Water Heater TypeElectric and LP
Gross Combined Weight28850 lbs
Shower TypeNeo-Angled
Electrical Service 50 amps