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Power that stays cool
07-27-2005, 06:44
Post: #13
Power that stays cool
Yep, 83 rear bath shows 31,100 on the Cat scales, half full water and fuel
tanks. Went down the road to the other truck stop and their scale showed 500#
more on the steer. I'll go with the Cat scale. I do know the under carriage on
the 87 and up FCs look a little lighter duty compared to the older units I've
inspected but I don't know what they weigh out at, but one less air, smaller gen
set, plain interiors. I expect under 31k.
Mike Hohnstein
----- Original Message -----
From: fred89sp
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Sent: Wednesday, July 27, 2005 8:56 AM
Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: Power that stays cool


Why would a 34,00lb SP with 300hp be any different on hills than a FC
with 300hp, does the FC weigh less?


--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "Mike Hohnstein"
<MHOHNSTEIN@w...> wrote:
> 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 -----
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> Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2005 10:41 PM
> Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Power that stays cool
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> 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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Messages In This Thread
Power that stays cool - The Whistleworks - 07-24-2005, 02:47
Power that stays cool - The Whistleworks - 07-24-2005, 02:50
Power that stays cool - The Whistleworks - 07-24-2005, 02:53
Power that stays cool - The Whistleworks - 07-24-2005, 05:10
Power that stays cool - The Whistleworks - 07-24-2005, 05:56
Power that stays cool - johnbarry44 - 07-26-2005, 15:41
Power that stays cool - Mike Hohnstein - 07-27-2005, 01:18
Power that stays cool - fred89sp - 07-27-2005, 01:56
Power that stays cool - Ralph L. Fullenwider - 07-27-2005, 03:20
Power that stays cool - Ralph L. Fullenwider - 07-27-2005, 04:25
Power that stays cool - Ralph L. Fullenwider - 07-27-2005, 05:37
Power that stays cool - Ralph L. Fullenwider - 07-27-2005, 06:02
Power that stays cool - Mike Hohnstein - 07-27-2005 06:44
Power that stays cool - fred89sp - 07-30-2005, 00:09
Power that stays cool - The Whistleworks - 07-30-2005, 02:43



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