Engine Speed

[Eric Johnson]

Hello Bill,
On our Colorado trip this summer I found early downshifting, as suggested by
others, was
critical to preventing overheating. Since that time, I've added a manual switch
to engage
the radiator fan while the water temperature is still around 185-190 and it's
worked very
well to keep temperatures in check. We normally cruise on the flats at 2600 -
2700 RPM.
It may be obvious, but another point worth mentioning is watching your rpm on
the
downhill runs. Diesel engines aren't that great for braking and judicious use
of retarder
and brakes are necessary to keep from overspeeding the engine/drivetrain. In
our early
days, I let it get over 3,000 a few times before I realized that wasn't a good
idea.
Regards, Eric in San Antonio
84FC35SBWL2

--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, Wilhelmus Schreurs
wrote:
>
> I have read a lot of the posts about engine speed for the 3208 NA, and wow, I
never
realized that you would wind them up so high, 3000rpm.
> What about the 3208 TA, the manual says do not let it lug lower than 1400
rpm, but it
does not say anything about the top rpm. What would it be?
>
> Also, I will be towing a 24' trailer, and when going uphills, what is the
rpm range that I
should try to maintain.
>
> This is all with Randy's ex BB and Crit's ex trailer. I know these guys will
also give me
all sorts of tips.
>
> Thanks
> Bill
> 84FC35SB
> Terrace, B.C.
> (Maiden voyage in Oct.)
>
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