diesel

  1. GA

    Diesel gen auto start on isata3

    Does auto generator start work with diesel on Isata 3? I've seen on some it only works with propane.
  2. RF

    HD Diesel Truck Owners Know This

    Back in Sept 2019 I bought a GMC 2500 HD Denali Duramax to tow my 2018 Rockwood 2902WS travel trailer. Trailer is 33'9" length and around 7500-8000lbs loaded. Fastway E2 1000/10,000lb hitch. 1/3 tank of fresh water, 200lb in the truck bed. A post surgical back issue and Covid delayed any...
  3. SammyB

    New to Diesel - What do I Need to Know?

    Hi all - the Mrs and I just pulled the trigger on a new Ram 2500 diesel. I’ve never owned a diesel truck before, so time to get educated! What do I need to know? Look forward to the discussion! Best wishes, -Sam
  4. UM

    LP vs Diesel Generator

    Hello everyone! I'm looking into purchasing a Forester MBS 2401B and noticed it comes with an LP generator but there is also a diesel option. Does anyone have any thoughts about the pros/cons of each?
  5. DK

    2020 Ram 2500 Tradesman Cummins 6.7 Turbo Diesel

    2020 Ram 2500 Tradesman Cummings 6.7 diesel (2021-05-06 15:42:34)
  6. TowPro-FRF

    Diesel fuel advice SE florida

    I will be coming down the turnpike from central FL heading to Key West. I will be starting on Florida turnpike south, stopping for fuel at Fort Drum Service area. from there the route continues down the Florida Turnpike which turns into Ronald Reagan turnpike and it appears that this ends in...
  7. tamischmidt

    Anyone tow their cc with 2500 diesel?

    I’ve searched this forum to see who’s towing their cc with a 3/4 ton diesel but I haven’t found a thread. If I missed it, I really tried searching. I know there’s a lot of controversy about towing but just curious if anyone has been pulling a 36’ with a Chevy Silverado, 2500 and and how it’s...
  8. AD

    Propex Heater - Install

    So I have decided to give up the fight with my Dometic/Attwood. I am looking at the Propex heater. Has anyone installed one of these in their camper? How has it been working out? https://www.propexheatsource.com/ I'm leaning towards staying with propane as I really don't want to run a line...
  9. Jimbo15

    Late Model 1/2 Ton Diesel Towing MPG

    I've read a few older threads about 1/2 diesel towing but nothing specifically about their real-world MPG. I currently pull a RW Mini-Lite 2109s with a 421 lbs tongue weight and typically just under 5K lbs loaded weight so I don't really have any need or desire to go up to 3/4 ton. That said...
  10. ZU

    2013 Ram 2500 Diesel Flatbed, (camper sold)

    Camper was sold. Truck is still available for $38,000, in Corvallis, OR This truck was built out with with lots of storage. This leaves a lot of capability to carry a large motorcycle or tow a large trailer. Truck 2013 2500 Ram Crew Cab, 4X4, Long Bed Tradesman with Chrome package Cummins...
  11. mandring

    Fuel mileage (gas vs diesel)

    Fuel mileage (gas vs diesel question) Not sure if this is the right spot for this (mods move/delete if need be). Also, not exactly RV related, but applicable. I’ve gone on two, 2500 mile round trips with my 7x16 enclosed trailer (2020 Arising. Pulling with my 2015 Ram 1500 5.7L Crew cab...
  12. LE

    Lifetime diesel May go gas!

    I’ve owned mostly all diesel trucks since 2000 when I got my drivers license I used diesel trucks for my landscaping business because it made sense. Up until the last 10 years they were fairly easy to work on. Now my newest truck is a 2012 ram 3500 and it has nickel and dimed me for the last 2...
  13. MF

    What color is your diesel fuel/ULSD?

    What color is your diesel fuel/ULSD?
  14. DE

    Diesel Furnace for FWC Eagle

    I am looking for a replacement furnace for my Atwood, something that will fit into the same space. I love the Atwood but it is unreliable and repeated attempts to repair have me looking for a replacement. I've researched several and am looking closely at Diesel Furnaces. A friend has a $150...
  15. BO

    2012 MB Sprinter Diesel Oil/Filter Change

    My 2012 MB Sprinter OM642 3.0 Litre Diesel V6 Turbo is in need of an oil/filter change and I want to know if there are good options to having this service performed by other than a Mercedes-Benz dealership? The service manual suggest that using other than Ravenol Motor Oil is not safe for the...
  16. FR

    Opposed piston diesel engine

    Does anyone know if Freightliner has plans to use the new Cumins opposed piston diesel in the future on the M2. It is super efficient and significantly more power.
  17. JB

    What's the best towing truck you have had?

    Either gas or diesel?
  18. doanshop

    Diesel air Heater

    Has anyone installed a diesel air heater in their camper Also known as a diesel parking air heater https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/71%2B7csQGDyL._AC_SL1000_.jpg
  19. Klumph

    Diesel availability

    Part of our travels this fall will include a stretch from Burns OR to Winnemuca. Anyone familiar with that stretch know the availability of #2 diesel
  20. Kcmusa

    Diesel smell, shoes, truck stop

    Traveling around I use truck stops to refuel. But there is so much diesel on everything including the ground. Short of changing shoes every stop, how can one reduce the pickup of the fuel. I use gloves or paper towels on the pump handle. Maybe it’s just me but the smell seems to linger.
  21. baint

    Diesel fuel supplies in western La

    Planned a trip to Louisiana this weekend and just curious if diesel fuel is available around Natchitoches. Don't want to get stranded without fuel to get back home.
  22. NY

    2021 Isata 3 Diesel Generator Exhaust Question

    We have a 2021 Isata 3 24FW with the 3200 Diesel generator option. From the first time we started it up, I've been disappointed in the noise level of this thing. This weekend at the campsite I noticed that the generator was kicking up some dust on the ground. Upon closer inspection, there was...
  23. Andy n Sherrie

    Switching from a fiver to a Class A Diesel Pusher

    My wife and I are planning on switching from our current SOB 40' fiver, to a Coachmen Sportscoach 40 ish Class A Diesel Pusher. Any thoughts about the change in driving, parking, or anything else you may find helpful. I am a retired firefighter/ Driver Engineer/ Paramedic so I have experience...
  24. yukongold

    Washington state wants to ban gas & diesel

    Perhaps this is old news here but I just became aware of it. https://abcnews.go.com/US/washington-state-require-cars-sold-electric-2030/story?id=75639279 In Washington state, bills were introduced last month into both the House and Senate that would require all new vehicle sales - cars and...
  25. AL

    Generator install

    I have typed in several search requests but obviously not typing in the correct key words because I am not getting the answers I need... Have a 369RL 5th wheel. It is pre-plumed for genny (Holes outlined but not cut out). I am looking to buy a used 10k diesel and need to install a fuel tank...

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