ron.dittmer
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mumkin wrote:ron.dittmer wrote:I have observed on this forum, posted mpg between Ford and Chevy is more like 1 mpg, not 2 to 3 mpg. Really? From my reading, it seems the 2-3 is accurate. But perhaps your reading covers more boards than mine. No other boards. I observed that here on rv.net. I read this based on similar length/weight motor homes and whether or not they were towing another vehicle. Admittedly not a serious focus of mine so my accuracy is well to be questioned.
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Paoli
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We own a Ford (Triple E motorhome), the fuel use we are getting is 1 liter for every 5 km.
(We'r in Canada: Metric) Not sure how that converts to miles/gallons.
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TyroneandGladys
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http://www.rv.net/forums/index.cfm/fuseaction/thread/tid/26017925.cfm
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bsinmich
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Paoli wrote:We own a Ford (Triple E motorhome), the fuel use we are getting is 1 liter for every 5 km.
(We'r in Canada: Metric) Not sure how that converts to miles/gallons.
That figures to 11.78 per US gallon. What do you drive to get that mileage.
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Ivylog
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I'm new to Class C as I'm delivering one to AK. It's a 30', 8 year old E450 with a V10 and I'll have to say I'm impressed. At 6' 4" the seat is very comfortable, partly because it will recline into the MH. Yes, it's a little tight getting into the seat from the back but if that's a issue, go around. I'm surprised how well it handles and after 3500 miles of some interesting roads it gets 9.3 MPG. I'm happy with that as I run in 65 +/- MPH range as I'm used to 7.0 in the DP below. Guy next door with a new 25' E350 is getting 11 MPG with a V8.
You can find my report on the Alcan Hwy and AK here.
This post is my opinion (free advice). It is not intended to influence anyone's judgment nor do I advocate anyone do what I propose.
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Handbasket wrote:Be sure you sit in the cab of each before deciding. Generally, a GM or Ford dealer will have full-body vans on their lot, which are similar enough in the cab area to the cutaways to give you a good idea of comfort.
Jim, "Mo' coffee!"
Like Jim said. Sit in them both. Make sure your copilot does too to see if they can handle the passenger side.
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mlts22
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The one thing I like about newer Fords is the availablity of the remote keypad. This can be mounted by the driver door or other locations. It is a major boon when you realize your keys are locked inside.
The Ford V-10 is tried and true. It has had its share of issues in the past (the two piece spark plugs in the mid 2000s), but it definitely is a stable, well-made, mature engine these days.
Nothing wrong with Chevies, as they do definitely have less space in the doghouse area, so a tad more legroom, but Fords are just a personal preference for me.
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ron.dittmer
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The Chevy interior is more roomy which translates to a bit more comfort than the Ford, but the Ford isn't a torture chamber. Unfortunately the discussions over this topic can come across as such.
My brother and his wife traveled many years in a full size Chevy Express conversion van. When shopping for their first motor home, they too complained about the Ford being less roomy and initially ruled out many rigs because of it. When they found the perfect motor home built on a Ford, they clenched their teeth and bought it. They quickly adjusted and the subject died quickly. They love their motor home, period. They are not youngsters either.
If the passenger needs to stretch a bit, it's a motor home so just get up and go elsewhere. You will likely be doing that regardless getting food & refreshments, and even the occasional bathroom visit.
I advise to shop for a motor home, not a chassis. If you have two rigs in the running, one on a Chevy and the other on a Ford, then think about it. But don't get hung up on this subject as you run a high risk of ruling out the perfect motor home.
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torquelover
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mlts22 wrote:The one thing I like about newer Fords is the availablity of the remote keypad. This can be mounted by the driver door or other locations. It is a major boon when you realize your keys are locked inside.
This can be added to any vehicle with power door locks to a certain extent. Ford even sells it as a dealer installed option for cars without it. You can buy it over the counter.
We had the GM/Workhorse and liked it for the reasons mentioned before. One thing to note is the chassis has less camber and toe change in relation to ride height compared to the Ford which mattered for us a bit as we were never at the same weight on any of our trips.
I don't know about the Ford, but the GM/Workhorse chassis is also very easy to change the oil in. The filter and pan plug are right next to each other, and the pan plug faces the rear of the coach making pulling it and not dropping it or getting oil on yourself a lot easier.
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rjstractor
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torquelover wrote:I don't know about the Ford, but the GM/Workhorse chassis is also very easy to change the oil in. The filter and pan plug are right next to each other, and the pan plug faces the rear of the coach making pulling it and not dropping it or getting oil on yourself a lot easier.
Ford is very easy too. The filter is a remote mounting making it very easy to remove and install.
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