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Forum: General Sportsmobile 02-27-2014, 07:17 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,304
Posted By Chance
Re: Transit updates from SMB?

Regarding the low tow ratings, which are not official yet as far as I know, I think two factors could be making a considerable difference relative to Econoline.

As mentioned above, a light weight...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 02-23-2014, 04:40 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,304
Posted By Chance
Re: Transit updates from SMB?

As some may have noticed from different sources, additional information for the new Transit continues to roll out slowly. I'm updating info in the OP because part of it has been revised.

Std V6 -...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 02-17-2014, 11:27 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,304
Posted By Chance
Re: Transit updates from SMB?

The fuel-economy comparison between naturally aspirated (NA) versus Eco-Boost (EB) engines interested me on both practical and technical levels, so I looked a little deeper to see if what Ford...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 02-15-2014, 12:47 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,304
Posted By Chance
Re: Transit updates from SMB?

I get that, but everything else being equal we all want improved fuel economy.

One of the least expensive ways to reduce fuel consumption is to reduce engine displacement (to a point). ...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 02-15-2014, 10:49 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,304
Posted By Chance
Re: Transit updates from SMB?

I'd seen the information below before but it took me a while to find it. Hopefully it answers your questions without being too technical to the point of being confusing.

The data here (on left)...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 02-13-2014, 06:43 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,304
Posted By Chance
Re: Transit updates from SMB?

In my opinion this is a very poor example on which to base relative fuel consumption. I say this because both engines are producing around 200 HP, which means a typical driver spends very little...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 02-12-2014, 12:36 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,304
Posted By Chance
Re: Transit updates from SMB?

Rob, I'm not sure if this will help or not. I couldn’t find a much better real-world example so let’s look at the one already mentioned above that caused some confusion. It’s fairly straight...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 02-11-2014, 09:57 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,304
Posted By Chance
Re: Transit updates from SMB?

As I implied above, all vehicles transfer weight back when accelerating and or pulling a load forward. In the case of RWD it adds weight (and thus traction) to driven wheels. With a FWD vehicle the...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 02-11-2014, 07:45 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,304
Posted By Chance
Re: Transit updates from SMB?

No problem Rob, I enjoy technical discussions as long as they don't turn into arguments.

The thing to remember is that the vehicle's transmission changes (or converts) both engine torque and...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 02-11-2014, 07:17 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,304
Posted By Chance
Re: Transit updates from SMB?

Good think that's noting like putting $120K into a van. :b1:

I know apples and oranges, but I couldn't resist.


Herb[/quote]

Touché

A good one Herb.
Forum: General Sportsmobile 02-11-2014, 07:15 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,304
Posted By Chance
Re: Transit updates from SMB?

Agreed 100%. That's why I said "van". For towing, the EcoBoost is the way to go for sure (or of course a cutaway E-series with the V10).

I don't think the ProMaster would benefit from more power...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 02-11-2014, 03:41 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,304
Posted By Chance
Re: Transit updates from SMB?

In my opinion whether it's enough for a lot of prospective buyers will depend on what tow ratings Ford gives all three engines.

I haven't seen Transit Tow Ratings yet, but if I look at the F-150...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 02-11-2014, 09:27 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,304
Posted By Chance
Re: Transit updates from SMB?

That's a great point because many modern turbo engines have a flat torque curve at maximum rating that is due to computer-imposed limits (to limit stresses, temperature, and maybe pollution). The...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 02-11-2014, 08:01 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,304
Posted By Chance
Re: Transit updates from SMB?

For some reason video link doesn't come up on my iPad.
Forum: General Sportsmobile 02-11-2014, 07:51 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,304
Posted By Chance
Re: Transit updates from SMB?

Not a chance. :a3: (Just kidding)

What exactly are you not following, and or think I'm mixing up?

I didn't mean to start a power and torque discussion, but will gladly consider and respond...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 02-10-2014, 07:06 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,304
Posted By Chance
Re: Transit updates from SMB?

Turbos, which means no power loss at elevation. Other than that, none. The EcoBoost 3.5L compares better performance wise with the 6.2L, and the Eco certainly bests that. But if you stuck the...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 02-10-2014, 09:43 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,304
Posted By Chance
Re: Transit updates from SMB?

If a driver plans to use the available power, in your opinion what is the advantage of the EcoBoost versus a larger naturally aspirated engine?

The 5.0L V8 in truck tune is comparable in power to...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 02-09-2014, 01:13 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,304
Posted By Chance
Re: Transit updates from SMB?

Exactly right. As far as I know, EPA test has a predetermined schedule of speed and acceleration. Since the base 3.7L V6 can accelerate fast enough to complete the test, it's doubtful the EcoBoost...
Forum: General Sportsmobile 02-09-2014, 10:05 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,304
Posted By Chance
Transit updates from SMB?

Information on new USA Transit is starting to come out in advance of Ford starting to take orders. Of interest to me were pricing, preliminary engine ratings, and available options/packages,...
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