6v92 vs 8v92

[djlcanuck]

I am looking at a 83 PT40 with a 6v92. Probably 330 hp. It has a five
speed alison, does anyone know what model? I like to travel in to the
mountains alot. Will I be happy with the 6v92? Will I be climbing the
grades at 30 - 40 mph? Would those of you with 6v92 coaches let me know
how it does on the hill or should I hold out for the 400 - 500 hp 8v92?

Thanks
Doug Long
Edmonton
Wanabee

[mbulriss]

The 83 PT40 had a 6V92TA. It was the Silver Series with 330hp. The
300hp Red only came in 1982 PT. The 5 speed Allison is a model
MT654CR. You will be happy with the 6V92 in the mountains as long as
you can be happy climbing at the 30-40mph you estimated. Even with a
3:73 rear that I had in mine they will struggle up long hills without
a running start, and most of the 83 PTs had 3:36 rears. You will find
yourself changing your driving style to go as fast as possible
downhill when you see an uphill coming. If you are going to be in
mountains a lot, save for an 8V model.

Mike Bulriss
1983 PT40 "Stagecoach" - sold last year
1991 WB40 "Texas Minivan"
San Antonio, TX

--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "djlcanuck" wrote:
>
> I am looking at a 83 PT40 with a 6v92. Probably 330 hp. It has a five
> speed alison, does anyone know what model? I like to travel in to the
> mountains alot. Will I be happy with the 6v92? Will I be climbing the
> grades at 30 - 40 mph? Would those of you with 6v92 coaches let me know
> how it does on the hill or should I hold out for the 400 - 500 hp 8v92?
>
> Thanks
> Doug Long
> Edmonton
> Wanabee
>

[Ron Faubion]

Sounds like a Detroit Diesel.

I understand the 8V's have more coach to push, making
it doubtful you'd get a great deal more uphill speed,
and they both have about the same great fuel milage
stats. I climbed 7400 feet this weekend and yep, it's
35, 40, and 45 MPH, (that's where I turn my emergency
flashers off). It's OK, you get used to it, but when
a gasser Southwind passes ya, it's a little
embarrassing. Still you had so much more comfort and
enjoyment while parked than that dude.

Ron, No. California
85PT36 w/6V

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[Dan]

Hey Ron, My 38' 8v weighs 41460 with full fuel and has 475hp so that is 1hp for
every 87lbs. Just curious what is the ratio on your coach. It should be good
for a 36pt.
Dan Cen Miss
88 38 8v
----- Original Message -----
From: Ron Faubion
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wednesday, September 06, 2006 12:21 AM
Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: 6v92 vs 8v92


Sounds like a Detroit Diesel.

I understand the 8V's have more coach to push, making
it doubtful you'd get a great deal more uphill speed,
and they both have about the same great fuel milage
stats. I climbed 7400 feet this weekend and yep, it's
35, 40, and 45 MPH, (that's where I turn my emergency
flashers off). It's OK, you get used to it, but when
a gasser Southwind passes ya, it's a little
embarrassing. Still you had so much more comfort and
enjoyment while parked than that dude.

Ron, No. California
85PT36 w/6V

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[Ron Faubion]

Figer'n about 39,500lbs., and a 330HP is approximately
120 lbs. p/each one HP. Save a cuppala pounds if it's
a 335HP? I have changed my driving habits as
mentioned. I love the beast anyway.

Ron, No. Calfornia
85PT36

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[Ron Faubion]

Figer'n about 39,500lbs., and a 330HP is approximately
120 lbs. p/each one HP. Save a cuppala pounds if it's
a 335HP? I have changed my driving habits as
mentioned. I love the beast anyway.

Ron, No. Calfornia
85PT36

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[djlcanuck]

--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "Dan"
wrote:
>
So with 475hp what speed do you climb a 8% grade?
Thanks
Doug Long
Edmonton
Wanabee

> Hey Ron, My 38' 8v weighs 41460 with full fuel and has 475hp so
that is 1hp for every 87lbs. Just curious what is the ratio on your
coach. It should be good for a 36pt.
> Dan Cen Miss
> 88 38 8v
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Ron Faubion
> To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Wednesday, September 06, 2006 12:21 AM
> Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: 6v92 vs 8v92
>
>
> Sounds like a Detroit Diesel.
>
> I understand the 8V's have more coach to push, making
> it doubtful you'd get a great deal more uphill speed,
> and they both have about the same great fuel milage
> stats. I climbed 7400 feet this weekend and yep, it's
> 35, 40, and 45 MPH, (that's where I turn my emergency
> flashers off). It's OK, you get used to it, but when
> a gasser Southwind passes ya, it's a little
> embarrassing. Still you had so much more comfort and
> enjoyment while parked than that dude.
>
> Ron, No. California
> 85PT36 w/6V
>
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[erniecarpet@...]

Coming back from Idaho last weekend, my bird got down to 2nd gear. Kept the
rpm's up to 1900 and thus the oil pressure and water temp was normal. This is
while pulling 8000 pounds of trailer and gear.


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[Dan]

Sorry, I don't know but I can say that on cruise control it rarely loses speed
going up a hill.
Dan
88 38 8v
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Sent: Wednesday, September 06, 2006 3:40 PM
Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: 6v92 vs 8v92


--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "Dan"
wrote:
>
So with 475hp what speed do you climb a 8% grade?
Thanks
Doug Long
Edmonton
Wanabee

> Hey Ron, My 38' 8v weighs 41460 with full fuel and has 475hp so
that is 1hp for every 87lbs. Just curious what is the ratio on your
coach. It should be good for a 36pt.
> Dan Cen Miss
> 88 38 8v
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Ron Faubion
> To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Wednesday, September 06, 2006 12:21 AM
> Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: 6v92 vs 8v92
>
>
> Sounds like a Detroit Diesel.
>
> I understand the 8V's have more coach to push, making
> it doubtful you'd get a great deal more uphill speed,
> and they both have about the same great fuel milage
> stats. I climbed 7400 feet this weekend and yep, it's
> 35, 40, and 45 MPH, (that's where I turn my emergency
> flashers off). It's OK, you get used to it, but when
> a gasser Southwind passes ya, it's a little
> embarrassing. Still you had so much more comfort and
> enjoyment while parked than that dude.
>
> Ron, No. California
> 85PT36 w/6V
>
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[Leroy Eckert]

I agree, it cruises right along.

Leroy Eckert
1990 WB-40
Niceville, FL



----- Original Message -----
From: Dan
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wednesday, September 06, 2006 5:34 PM
Subject: Re: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: 6v92 vs 8v92


Sorry, I don't know but I can say that on cruise control it rarely loses speed
going up a hill.
Dan
88 38 8v
----- Original Message -----
From: djlcanuck
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wednesday, September 06, 2006 3:40 PM
Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: 6v92 vs 8v92

--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "Dan"
wrote:
>
So with 475hp what speed do you climb a 8% grade?
Thanks
Doug Long
Edmonton
Wanabee

> Hey Ron, My 38' 8v weighs 41460 with full fuel and has 475hp so
that is 1hp for every 87lbs. Just curious what is the ratio on your
coach. It should be good for a 36pt.
> Dan Cen Miss
> 88 38 8v
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Ron Faubion
> To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Wednesday, September 06, 2006 12:21 AM
> Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: 6v92 vs 8v92
>
>
> Sounds like a Detroit Diesel.
>
> I understand the 8V's have more coach to push, making
> it doubtful you'd get a great deal more uphill speed,
> and they both have about the same great fuel milage
> stats. I climbed 7400 feet this weekend and yep, it's
> 35, 40, and 45 MPH, (that's where I turn my emergency
> flashers off). It's OK, you get used to it, but when
> a gasser Southwind passes ya, it's a little
> embarrassing. Still you had so much more comfort and
> enjoyment while parked than that dude.
>
> Ron, No. California
> 85PT36 w/6V
>
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