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Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 09-19-2009, 05:17 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 16,228
Posted By RodeWorthy
Solar System and Boondocking

Glenn,
The solar panels and controller are new this year. The batteries and inverter were optional factory install. We did some boondocking last winter (pre-solar install) in the SW and we...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 09-13-2009, 09:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 16,228
Posted By RodeWorthy
Mike, not sure who you are addressing your...

Mike, not sure who you are addressing your remarks to. For me, there is no 'hunting' or continuous shifting. The transmission will eventually drop down out of 6th gear if the grade is steep enough...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 09-12-2009, 10:02 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 16,228
Posted By RodeWorthy
You did not provide direct references but my...

You did not provide direct references but my guess is "everyone" on the forums knows better than the people who make and test the powertrains. Think about it -- who in their right mind would want a...
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 09-11-2009, 07:40 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 16,228
Posted By RodeWorthy
Duramax LMM develops maximum torque - 660 ft-lb @...

Duramax LMM develops maximum torque - 660 ft-lb @ 1600 RPM -- my stated cruising RPM. In any case I let the transmission decide. That's why we buy automatics.
Forum: DRV | Formerly Doubletree 09-10-2009, 07:59 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 16,228
Posted By RodeWorthy
Poor mileage with Duramax

For comparison I get just under 10 MPG towing my 36RS3 with an '08 Chevy 3500 dually with all the exhaust filters --- DPF et al. Always under 60 MPH except on some extreme downhill grades. Unless...
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