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Originally Posted by aardvarcus
Engine-From an engine standpoint, it is hard to argue that the 5.0l Cummins is fairly technologically advanced, but along with the new technology comes the baggage of the newest emissions requirements. I am sure there are some MPG being left on the table to reduce emissions, the most apparent of which is when the vehicle goes into regeneration of the exhaust.
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From my third-world perspective, I'd rather get the overseas-bound ISF3.8 instead of the ISV5.0 fitted to the Titan. I know it might seem an apples-to-oranges comparison, since the ISF3.8 is a 4-cylinder and relies on an OHV valvetrain. Once again, the perception of the amount of cylinders as a premium feature seems to affect the fuel-efficiency.
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Stick Shift- This would be the hardest thing suggested, but swapping in a handshaker would allow for much better control and driving style of the vehicle. A ZF6 or similar would be a good choice, and obviously lots of computer programming and custom fitting would have to go along with it.
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Even a ZF5 might be enought, BTW there are some forward-control Volkswagen trucks made in Brazil and Mexico fitted with the ZF5 behind the Cummins ISF3.8 engine.