New Member Finkstr

[FINKSTR]

One thought ? With 3.73's, try running @ 62 MPH, 1850 RPM ? Let your torque pull the load.... anticipate the hills by building some boost.

I think yul find the Downshifts to be Much less ??

Long or steep hills (?) do the OD lockout.. before you get there. (duh )

Joe

Joe,
Thanks for the advice. I'll give it a try next time I hook up the trailer. Hopefully I can take advantage of the torque curve and stay in OD as much as possible. When I lock out the OD, the engine noise is nearly unbearable. Hopefully I can find some suggestions in the forum on insulating the cab, particularly in the firewall area.

 

[BIG JOE]

Mine is a 6 spd.. but, IMO 5th & D=lockout are similar in a alota PULL situations.

Hope I'm not Preach'n to the Choir here (Retired Ford Engineer n'all ) but 1850 for torque, and 2400 for HP are the 7.3 "sweet spots".. when towing & pulling hills.. respectively.

You have the Banks set-up, but can you monitor Boost & EGT ? Stock intake & Exhaust ?

If you go to the Quick Links, top right of this page.. and go to Edit Signature'n fill it out with any add-ons or Mods.. It' sure helps with answering any questions.

What area of Engineering expertise were you in ????

Joe

 

[WD40]

What's the weight of your fifth wheel? You all most need the 4:10's for the hills and for towing.
We have a lot of 7.3 guys on here that can help you. There is a sound proofing that you can
get for your truck that may help with some of the nosie.
We also like pictures so post up some.
Doug