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Mike/Cindi W
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Saw this on IRV2 and wondered if anyone was familiar with the products..

http://www.platinumhorsepower.com


M/C-W

1991 early XL-style (maybe 1 of 2?) Breakaway... but prior to that actual (XL) designation...
2nd Breakaway w/Cat 3208T 250 hp motor 4 spd MT643 Allison trans Gilig Air suspension chassis/brakes
Data Tag: 9010 3694 34-BG-1B
 
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Kevin
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Mike if you are looking to get more power out of your 3208, consider the harder you work the Caterpillar 3208 motor the faster it wears out. I did not notice anything going back to 1990 model 3208 Caterpillar engines anyway.
 
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Mike/Cindi W
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Maybe better mileage...

As a side note, I talked to the other early breakaway XL style owner ( coach #9008 3687 ) who said his ran out at 130K and he had it either rebuilt or new 3208 installed, with sleeves .. Never heard of a 3208 w/ sleeves but he assured me it was done..


M/C-W

1991 early XL-style (maybe 1 of 2?) Breakaway... but prior to that actual (XL) designation...
2nd Breakaway w/Cat 3208T 250 hp motor 4 spd MT643 Allison trans Gilig Air suspension chassis/brakes
Data Tag: 9010 3694 34-BG-1B
 
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Kevin
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Maybe better mileage...

Better mileage is simple. Just slow down. Remember when the speed limit was 55 to save fuel?
 
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Mike/Cindi W
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Sure do....


M/C-W

1991 early XL-style (maybe 1 of 2?) Breakaway... but prior to that actual (XL) designation...
2nd Breakaway w/Cat 3208T 250 hp motor 4 spd MT643 Allison trans Gilig Air suspension chassis/brakes
Data Tag: 9010 3694 34-BG-1B
 
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The 55 MPH limit worked when folks followed the law and it also saved lives.
 
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Kevin
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Originally posted by Mike/Cindi W:
Maybe better mileage...

As a side note, I talked to the other early breakaway XL style owner ( coach #9008 3687 ) who said his ran out at 130K and he had it either rebuilt or new 3208 installed, with sleeves .. Never heard of a 3208 w/ sleeves but he assured me it was done..


Something shortened the life of the 3208 caterpillar that only went 130,000. Mine Caterpillar has 130,000 on it now. I am hoping it is not worn out already. Check out Ray's post about his friend.
 
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