to save a few bucks. Engine has to be wound up a bit to cool &
lubricate when it's under that type of load.
When towing, I always use tow mode, less strain on everything.
On Sat, 02 Feb 2008 12:03:12 -0000, you wrote:
>
>I pull a 28 foot 5th wheel trailer with my 2004 Dodge/Cummin HO
>engine. I have a question about "gas mileage." Often, while driving
>in only slightly hilly country, the transmission will down shift going
>up a slight incline. Often, when I see the little rise coming, I
>disengage the cruse control and just keep my foot steady on the
>accelerator which lets the truck slow slightly and keeps it from down
>shifting. Then, after I am over the hill, I turn the cruse control
>back on. Should I always drive with the "tow mode" on? This gives the
>engine more power and increases the rpm's some. I always assumed that
>the increased rpm's would decrease my mpg? Is this right? Should I
>just always drive with the "tow mode" on? Would this be better on my
>engine? Would it cause me to get less mpg?
>
>C. S.
--
Regards,
Peter T. Arnold
NCT 13990
The Masonic Family Camping Association
1995 F-250 PSD
1998 Prowler 31' 5th
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