bugduckley
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- Jun 9, 2013
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OK, I'm new to the forum but not RVing. Over 20 years we started out with a Class A Winnebago, went to a Class C Tioga, towed a 30' travel trailer, and now have a 5th Wheel. Next up is a 36 - 40 foot diesel pusher. Looking at late 90's, early to mid 2000's DP, I like HR, Winn, Itaska, etc., freightliner chassis looks good, the piece of the puzzle is what engine to look for. Older models seem to like Cummins 275's, as the years progress more engine choices appear, and in general, advertised HP increases. Driving will be a mix of flats and mountains, including the Rockies, towing a small car. My main concern is HP, I don't want an underpowered rig that makes me regret it while I'm grinding up some mountain pass nor do I yhink I need the largest engine out there if I'm not going to need the HP at the expense of MPG. I've done some searching here on this vast forum, but still not certain I know what you experienced DPers would advise as an engine choice. Any thoughts would be appreciated.