Wanderlodge Gurus - The Member Funded Wanderlodge Forum

Thanks, Mike. I was told that SPs delivered more useful torque because of not
having the long driveshaft. I'm glad to hear of your positive experience with
the FCs. They seem to provide more bang for the buck, as it were. JOHN B
----- Original Message -----
From: Mike Hohnstein
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wednesday, July 27, 2005 7:18 AM
Subject: Re: [WanderlodgeForum] Power that stays cool


You'll be OK with 300hp FC. I wouldn't want to use a SP for mountain
climbing, all it can do to pull its self.
Make sure the cooling system is in excellent shape, hoses, belts thermostats
and water pump. The fuel system is another area of potential trouble,
particularly the pusher pump
located just ahead of the rear axle on the curb side.
If you mechanically challenged, consider a new unit with a warrantee, not a
jab just a fact. Wanderlodge can be a major money pit if you have to hire out
all work needed.
I have pulled as much as 48,000# total gvw with a 3208 powered vehicle and
10,000# with my FC 250 hp. Got 6 mpg and went kinda slow on the hills.
Mike Hohnstein
Germantown, WI
83FC35
----- Original Message -----
From: johnbarry44
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2005 10:41 PM
Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Power that stays cool


I'm looking for anyone who has had experience pulling a large vehicle
(5500#) behind an FC35 with the 300HP Cat and 5spd tranny in terrain
ranging from 3-8000' at summer temperatures. I have found a nice
looking 1988 FC and don't know how if it can do the job. Are the SPs
more efficient? I've heard the Cats are more fuel efficient, and the
cost is lower, would be the reason I ask.






SPONSORED LINKS Recreational vehicles Wanderlodge Automotive maintenance
Recreational vehicle dealer Used recreational vehicles Automotive
radiators


------------------------------------------------------------------------------
YAHOO! GROUPS LINKS

a.. Visit your group "WanderlodgeForum" on the web.

b.. To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:
WanderlodgeForum-unsubscribe@yahoogroups.com

c.. Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to the Yahoo! Terms of Service.


------------------------------------------------------------------------------



[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]



SPONSORED LINKS Recreational vehicles Wanderlodge Automotive maintenance
Recreational vehicle dealer Used recreational vehicles Automotive
radiators


------------------------------------------------------------------------------
YAHOO! GROUPS LINKS

a.. Visit your group "WanderlodgeForum" on the web.

b.. To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:
WanderlodgeForum-unsubscribe@yahoogroups.com

c.. Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to the Yahoo! Terms of Service.


------------------------------------------------------------------------------



[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

I was told SP delivers more useable torque because of short driveshaft, I think
they weigh about the same, have you had experience towing in an FC? John B
----- Original Message -----
From: fred89sp
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wednesday, July 27, 2005 7:56 AM
Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Re: Power that stays cool


Why would a 34,00lb SP with 300hp be any different on hills than a FC
with 300hp, does the FC weigh less?


--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "Mike Hohnstein"
<MHOHNSTEIN@w...> wrote:
> You'll be OK with 300hp FC. I wouldn't want to use a SP for
mountain climbing, all it can do to pull its self.
> Make sure the cooling system is in excellent shape, hoses, belts
thermostats and water pump. The fuel system is another area of
potential trouble, particularly the pusher pump
> located just ahead of the rear axle on the curb side.
> If you mechanically challenged, consider a new unit with a
warrantee, not a jab just a fact. Wanderlodge can be a major money
pit if you have to hire out all work needed.
> I have pulled as much as 48,000# total gvw with a 3208 powered
vehicle and 10,000# with my FC 250 hp. Got 6 mpg and went kinda slow
on the hills.
> Mike Hohnstein
> Germantown, WI
> 83FC35
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: johnbarry44
> To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2005 10:41 PM
> Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Power that stays cool
>
>
> I'm looking for anyone who has had experience pulling a large vehicle
> (5500#) behind an FC35 with the 300HP Cat and 5spd tranny in terrain
> ranging from 3-8000' at summer temperatures. I have found a nice
> looking 1988 FC and don't know how if it can do the job. Are the SPs
> more efficient? I've heard the Cats are more fuel efficient, and the
> cost is lower, would be the reason I ask.
>
>
>
>
>
>
> SPONSORED LINKS Recreational vehicles Wanderlodge Automotive
maintenance
> Recreational vehicle dealer Used recreational vehicles
Automotive radiators
>
>
>
------------------------------------------------------------------------------
> YAHOO! GROUPS LINKS
>
> a.. Visit your group "WanderlodgeForum" on the web.
>
> b.. To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:
> WanderlodgeForum-unsubscribe@yahoogroups.com
>
> c.. Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to the Yahoo! Terms of
Service.
>
>
>
------------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
>
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]




------------------------------------------------------------------------------
YAHOO! GROUPS LINKS

a.. Visit your group "WanderlodgeForum" on the web.

b.. To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:
WanderlodgeForum-unsubscribe@yahoogroups.com

c.. Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to the Yahoo! Terms of Service.


------------------------------------------------------------------------------



[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

By the way, what is the pusher pump's function? Are they problematic in any
particular year model? I'm interested in an 88 FC35.
----- Original Message -----
From: Mike Hohnstein
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wednesday, July 27, 2005 7:18 AM
Subject: Re: [WanderlodgeForum] Power that stays cool


You'll be OK with 300hp FC. I wouldn't want to use a SP for mountain
climbing, all it can do to pull its self.
Make sure the cooling system is in excellent shape, hoses, belts thermostats
and water pump. The fuel system is another area of potential trouble,
particularly the pusher pump
located just ahead of the rear axle on the curb side.
If you mechanically challenged, consider a new unit with a warrantee, not a
jab just a fact. Wanderlodge can be a major money pit if you have to hire out
all work needed.
I have pulled as much as 48,000# total gvw with a 3208 powered vehicle and
10,000# with my FC 250 hp. Got 6 mpg and went kinda slow on the hills.
Mike Hohnstein
Germantown, WI
83FC35
----- Original Message -----
From: johnbarry44
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2005 10:41 PM
Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Power that stays cool


I'm looking for anyone who has had experience pulling a large vehicle
(5500#) behind an FC35 with the 300HP Cat and 5spd tranny in terrain
ranging from 3-8000' at summer temperatures. I have found a nice
looking 1988 FC and don't know how if it can do the job. Are the SPs
more efficient? I've heard the Cats are more fuel efficient, and the
cost is lower, would be the reason I ask.






SPONSORED LINKS Recreational vehicles Wanderlodge Automotive maintenance
Recreational vehicle dealer Used recreational vehicles Automotive
radiators


------------------------------------------------------------------------------
YAHOO! GROUPS LINKS

a.. Visit your group "WanderlodgeForum" on the web.

b.. To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:
WanderlodgeForum-unsubscribe@yahoogroups.com

c.. Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to the Yahoo! Terms of Service.


------------------------------------------------------------------------------



[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]



SPONSORED LINKS Recreational vehicles Wanderlodge Automotive maintenance
Recreational vehicle dealer Used recreational vehicles Automotive
radiators


------------------------------------------------------------------------------
YAHOO! GROUPS LINKS

a.. Visit your group "WanderlodgeForum" on the web.

b.. To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:
WanderlodgeForum-unsubscribe@yahoogroups.com

c.. Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to the Yahoo! Terms of Service.


------------------------------------------------------------------------------



[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

Thanks Ralph @ Charolette! Do you know anyone with the FC 300HP that I could
pick on? John B
----- Original Message -----
From: Ralph L. Fullenwider
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wednesday, July 27, 2005 10:25 AM
Subject: Re: [WanderlodgeForum] Power that stays cool


Oops, typo on the weight, it was 10,100 pounds

Safe travels,

Ralph and Charolette Fullenwider
Ralph's RV Solutions,, Oklahoma

At 10:20 AM 7/27/2005 -0500, you wrote:
>John:
>
>When I had my service trailer, it weighed 11000 pound loaded with tools and
>with the Jeep GC in it as well. My '85FC with the 250 T pulled it nicely
>on the flats but really slowed on the hills. In truth, it was a little too
>much for the 250 T in the hills on grades. The 300 with the 5 spd would not
>have had a problem with that weight. I made grades like the Grapevine at a
>whopping 15 to 20 mph and she got warm but not overly.
>
>Good luck
>
>Safe travels,
>
>Ralph and Charolette Fullenwider
>Ralph's RV Solutions,, Oklahoma
>
>At 08:47 AM 7/24/2005 -0600, you wrote:
> >Thanks, Mike. I was told that SPs delivered more useful torque because of
> >not having the long driveshaft. I'm glad to hear of your positive
> >experience with the FCs. They seem to provide more bang for the buck, as
> >it were. JOHN B
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: Mike Hohnstein
> > To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
> > Sent: Wednesday, July 27, 2005 7:18 AM
> > Subject: Re: [WanderlodgeForum] Power that stays cool
> >
>



------------------------------------------------------------------------------
YAHOO! GROUPS LINKS

a.. Visit your group "WanderlodgeForum" on the web.

b.. To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:
WanderlodgeForum-unsubscribe@yahoogroups.com

c.. Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to the Yahoo! Terms of Service.


------------------------------------------------------------------------------



[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

Do you by chance know Robert Brittons email address??
----- Original Message -----
From: Ralph L. Fullenwider
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Wednesday, July 27, 2005 11:37 AM
Subject: Re: [WanderlodgeForum] Power that stays cool


John:

Try dropping a note to Robert Britton out in Calif. He has a sweet FC out
there and a darn nice guy.

Safe travels,

Ralph and Charolette Fullenwider
Ralph's RV Solutions,, Oklahoma

At 11:10 AM 7/24/2005 -0600, you wrote:
>Thanks Ralph @ Charolette! Do you know anyone with the FC 300HP that I
>could pick on? John B
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Ralph L. Fullenwider
> To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Wednesday, July 27, 2005 10:25 AM
> Subject: Re: [WanderlodgeForum] Power that stays cool
>
>
> Oops, typo on the weight, it was 10,100 pounds
>
> Safe travels,
>
> Ralph and Charolette Fullenwider
> Ralph's RV Solutions,, Oklahoma





SPONSORED LINKS Recreational vehicles Wanderlodge Automotive maintenance
Recreational vehicle dealer Used recreational vehicles Automotive
radiators


------------------------------------------------------------------------------
YAHOO! GROUPS LINKS

a.. Visit your group "WanderlodgeForum" on the web.

b.. To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:
WanderlodgeForum-unsubscribe@yahoogroups.com

c.. Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to the Yahoo! Terms of Service.


------------------------------------------------------------------------------



[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

I'm looking for anyone who has had experience pulling a large vehicle
(5500#) behind an FC35 with the 300HP Cat and 5spd tranny in terrain
ranging from 3-8000' at summer temperatures. I have found a nice
looking 1988 FC and don't know how if it can do the job. Are the SPs
more efficient? I've heard the Cats are more fuel efficient, and the
cost is lower, would be the reason I ask.

You'll be OK with 300hp FC. I wouldn't want to use a SP for mountain climbing,
all it can do to pull its self.
Make sure the cooling system is in excellent shape, hoses, belts thermostats and
water pump. The fuel system is another area of potential trouble, particularly
the pusher pump
located just ahead of the rear axle on the curb side.
If you mechanically challenged, consider a new unit with a warrantee, not a jab
just a fact. Wanderlodge can be a major money pit if you have to hire out all
work needed.
I have pulled as much as 48,000# total gvw with a 3208 powered vehicle and
10,000# with my FC 250 hp. Got 6 mpg and went kinda slow on the hills.
Mike Hohnstein
Germantown, WI
83FC35
----- Original Message -----
From: johnbarry44
To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2005 10:41 PM
Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Power that stays cool


I'm looking for anyone who has had experience pulling a large vehicle
(5500#) behind an FC35 with the 300HP Cat and 5spd tranny in terrain
ranging from 3-8000' at summer temperatures. I have found a nice
looking 1988 FC and don't know how if it can do the job. Are the SPs
more efficient? I've heard the Cats are more fuel efficient, and the
cost is lower, would be the reason I ask.






SPONSORED LINKS Recreational vehicles Wanderlodge Automotive maintenance
Recreational vehicle dealer Used recreational vehicles Automotive
radiators


------------------------------------------------------------------------------
YAHOO! GROUPS LINKS

a.. Visit your group "WanderlodgeForum" on the web.

b.. To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:
WanderlodgeForum-unsubscribe@yahoogroups.com

c.. Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to the Yahoo! Terms of Service.


------------------------------------------------------------------------------



[Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

Why would a 34,00lb SP with 300hp be any different on hills than a FC
with 300hp, does the FC weigh less?


--- In WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com, "Mike Hohnstein"
<MHOHNSTEIN@w...> wrote:
> You'll be OK with 300hp FC. I wouldn't want to use a SP for
mountain climbing, all it can do to pull its self.
> Make sure the cooling system is in excellent shape, hoses, belts
thermostats and water pump. The fuel system is another area of
potential trouble, particularly the pusher pump
> located just ahead of the rear axle on the curb side.
> If you mechanically challenged, consider a new unit with a
warrantee, not a jab just a fact. Wanderlodge can be a major money
pit if you have to hire out all work needed.
> I have pulled as much as 48,000# total gvw with a 3208 powered
vehicle and 10,000# with my FC 250 hp. Got 6 mpg and went kinda slow
on the hills.
> Mike Hohnstein
> Germantown, WI
> 83FC35
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: johnbarry44
> To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2005 10:41 PM
> Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Power that stays cool
>
>
> I'm looking for anyone who has had experience pulling a large vehicle
> (5500#) behind an FC35 with the 300HP Cat and 5spd tranny in terrain
> ranging from 3-8000' at summer temperatures. I have found a nice
> looking 1988 FC and don't know how if it can do the job. Are the SPs
> more efficient? I've heard the Cats are more fuel efficient, and the
> cost is lower, would be the reason I ask.
>
>
>
>
>
>
> SPONSORED LINKS Recreational vehicles Wanderlodge Automotive
maintenance
> Recreational vehicle dealer Used recreational vehicles
Automotive radiators
>
>
>
------------------------------------------------------------------------------
> YAHOO! GROUPS LINKS
>
> a.. Visit your group "WanderlodgeForum" on the web.
>
> b.. To unsubscribe from this group, send an email to:
> WanderlodgeForum-unsubscribe@yahoogroups.com
>
> c.. Your use of Yahoo! Groups is subject to the Yahoo! Terms of
Service.
>
>
>
------------------------------------------------------------------------------
>
>
>
> [Non-text portions of this message have been removed]

John:

When I had my service trailer, it weighed 11000 pound loaded with tools and
with the Jeep GC in it as well. My '85FC with the 250 T pulled it nicely
on the flats but really slowed on the hills. In truth, it was a little too
much for the 250 T in the hills on grades. The 300 with the 5 spd would not
have had a problem with that weight. I made grades like the Grapevine at a
whopping 15 to 20 mph and she got warm but not overly.

Good luck

Safe travels,

Ralph and Charolette Fullenwider
Ralph's RV Solutions,, Oklahoma

At 08:47 AM 7/24/2005 -0600, you wrote:
>Thanks, Mike. I was told that SPs delivered more useful torque because of
>not having the long driveshaft. I'm glad to hear of your positive
>experience with the FCs. They seem to provide more bang for the buck, as
>it were. JOHN B
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Mike Hohnstein
> To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Wednesday, July 27, 2005 7:18 AM
> Subject: Re: [WanderlodgeForum] Power that stays cool
>
>
> You'll be OK with 300hp FC. I wouldn't want to use a SP for mountain
> climbing, all it can do to pull its self.
> Make sure the cooling system is in excellent shape, hoses, belts
> thermostats and water pump. The fuel system is another area of potential
> trouble, particularly the pusher pump
> located just ahead of the rear axle on the curb side.
> If you mechanically challenged, consider a new unit with a warrantee,
> not a jab just a fact. Wanderlodge can be a major money pit if you have
> to hire out all work needed.
> I have pulled as much as 48,000# total gvw with a 3208 powered vehicle
> and 10,000# with my FC 250 hp. Got 6 mpg and went kinda slow on the hills.
> Mike Hohnstein
> Germantown, WI
> 83FC35
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: johnbarry44
> To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
> Sent: Tuesday, July 26, 2005 10:41 PM
> Subject: [WanderlodgeForum] Power that stays cool
>
>
> I'm looking for anyone who has had experience pulling a large vehicle
> (5500#) behind an FC35 with the 300HP Cat and 5spd tranny in terrain
> ranging from 3-8000' at summer temperatures. I have found a nice
> looking 1988 FC and don't know how if it can do the job. Are the SPs
> more efficient? I've heard the Cats are more fuel efficient, and the
> cost is lower, would be the reason I ask.
>
>
>
>

Oops, typo on the weight, it was 10,100 pounds

Safe travels,

Ralph and Charolette Fullenwider
Ralph's RV Solutions,, Oklahoma

At 10:20 AM 7/27/2005 -0500, you wrote:
>John:
>
>When I had my service trailer, it weighed 11000 pound loaded with tools and
>with the Jeep GC in it as well. My '85FC with the 250 T pulled it nicely
>on the flats but really slowed on the hills. In truth, it was a little too
>much for the 250 T in the hills on grades. The 300 with the 5 spd would not
>have had a problem with that weight. I made grades like the Grapevine at a
>whopping 15 to 20 mph and she got warm but not overly.
>
>Good luck
>
>Safe travels,
>
>Ralph and Charolette Fullenwider
>Ralph's RV Solutions,, Oklahoma
>
>At 08:47 AM 7/24/2005 -0600, you wrote:
> >Thanks, Mike. I was told that SPs delivered more useful torque because of
> >not having the long driveshaft. I'm glad to hear of your positive
> >experience with the FCs. They seem to provide more bang for the buck, as
> >it were. JOHN B
> > ----- Original Message -----
> > From: Mike Hohnstein
> > To: WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com
> > Sent: Wednesday, July 27, 2005 7:18 AM
> > Subject: Re: [WanderlodgeForum] Power that stays cool
> >
>