Power that stays cool

[The Whistleworks]

Thanks, Mike. I was told that SPs delivered more useful torque because of not
having the long driveshaft. I'm glad to hear of your positive experience with
the FCs. They seem to provide more bang for the buck, as it were. JOHN B
----- Original Message -----
From: Mike Hohnstein
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wednesday, July 27, 2005 7:18 AM
Subject: Re: [WanderlodgeForum] Power that stays cool


You'll be OK with 300hp FC. I wouldn't want to use a SP for mountain
climbing, all it can do to pull its self.
Make sure the cooling system is in excellent shape, hoses, belts thermostats
and water pump. The fuel system is another area of potential trouble,
particularly the pusher pump
located just ahead of the rear axle on the curb side.
If you mechanically challenged, consider a new unit with a warrantee, not a
jab just a fact. Wanderlodge can be a major money pit if you have to hire out
all work needed.
I have pulled as much as 48,000# total gvw with a 3208 powered vehicle and
10,000# with my FC 250 hp. Got 6 mpg and went kinda slow on the hills.
Mike Hohnstein
Germantown, WI
83FC35
----- Original Message -----
From: johnbarry44
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2005 10:41 PM
Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Power that stays cool


I'm looking for anyone who has had experience pulling a large vehicle
(5500#) behind an FC35 with the 300HP Cat and 5spd tranny in terrain
ranging from 3-8000' at summer temperatures. I have found a nice
looking 1988 FC and don't know how if it can do the job. Are the SPs
more efficient? I've heard the Cats are more fuel efficient, and the
cost is lower, would be the reason I ask.






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