Originally Posted by
9299Fords
I was hoping to find an engine that would tow my 8000# boat decently and not kill my wallet with low MPG. This looks like neither the 5.0 or the ECO is the answer. Bigger v8 or diesel but the diesel fuel price is a killer.
Mytravel trialer is between 7500-8000lbs when loaded and i average between 10-10.6mpg while towing.