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07-31-2020, 08:41 AM
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More power Please
Hi Folks. I’m looking to up my towing capacity on our E350 (weighs about 8200lbs). Would like to be able to tow 7k-10k. The current 5.4l is gutless and I can’t imagine any mods that would get the torque I would need. V10?, Ford diesel?, Cummins diesel? Any ideas. Thx!
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07-31-2020, 11:17 AM
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Location: Lomita, CA
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My recommendation is to regear the van properly. It's likely the cheapest mod that will yield more capability (likely at the expense of economy but so does more power).
Scott Thompson
Vantage Optics
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07-31-2020, 11:31 AM
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Junior Member
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Quote:
Originally Posted by REDOVAL
My recommendation is to regear the van properly. It's likely the cheapest mod that will yield more capability (likely at the expense of economy but so does more power).
Scott Thompson
Vantage Optics
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Thanks scott. It is running the 4.10 diff now. Can i go more?
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07-31-2020, 12:01 PM
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Senior Member
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Location: Middle of Nevada
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Towing 10,000 lb? Cummins diesel conversion.
I have the V10 with 4.56 gears which I find just adequate for climbing the mountain passes around here. Couldn't imagine towing 10,000 lb with it.
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07-31-2020, 03:25 PM
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Senior Member
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Location: Lomita, CA
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Originally Posted by markalangoldsmith
Thanks scott. It is running the 4.10 diff now. Can i go more?
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You can go lots more, but you have to be realistic that it won't likely be ideal. As mentioned above, towing 10k with a V10 (rated at 10k) would be challenging for sure. I towed about 8000lbs with my van with the v10 and 4.56 and it was decent at best. No races were won towing
Scott Thompson
Vantage Optics
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Vantage Optics Headlights
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07-31-2020, 03:33 PM
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Junior Member
Join Date: Apr 2011
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Quote:
Originally Posted by deserteagle56
Towing 10,000 lb? Cummins diesel conversion.
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That would be awesome. Seems like a lot of work. If there was a kit or company that does the work it would be the way to go.
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07-31-2020, 03:35 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Eugene, Oregon
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7.3 gas conversion? Dunno if its been done yet but they are in the new chassis cab vans so I'm sure it'll fit. Biggest question will be how much you want to spend.
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07-31-2020, 03:58 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: San Francisco, CA
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If you want Cummins check QUICKLY with Mike at ExpoVans - mgmetalworks here on SMB. He is selling his super trick Cummins E350.
https://www.sportsmobileforum.com/fo...ect-10952.html
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Beastie 3: 2002 7.3 EB Cargo: Agile TTB, CCV High Top, Custom Walk Through, Lots of stuff added. www.BlingMyRig.com
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07-31-2020, 05:24 PM
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Site Team
Join Date: May 2007
Location: Southern New Mexico
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Originally Posted by 1der
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Has he actually posted it FS yet?
Herb
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SMB-less as of 02/04/2012. Our savings account is richer, but our adventures are poorer.
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07-31-2020, 05:29 PM
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Senior Member
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: NM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BroncoHauler
Has he actually posted it FS yet?
Herb
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It's not posted yet... and it might not even have to be posted. I'm working with a potential buyer now on a plan for the interior. I wouldn't say it's a 100% done deal but we're close.
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